Devotionals – Page 9 – Dr. Michael Oyedokun II

Day 5: Choosing Trust Over the Fear of Man

By admin on November 14, 2025

Day 5: Choosing Trust Over the Fear of Man

The fear of people and their opinions can become a snare, but God calls us to place our trust in Him above all else. When we prioritize God’s power and promises over the threats or judgments of others, we find true security and freedom. Even when facing opposition, criticism, or uncertainty, we can stand boldly on God’s word, knowing that He is for us and will turn our enemies away, granting us peace and confidence in His steadfast love.

Proverbs 29:25 (ESV)
The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.

Reflection: Is there a situation where you are more concerned about what people think than what God says? What would it look like to trust God’s opinion and promises above all others today?

DevotionalsLeave a comment

Day 4: God Knows Every Tear and Trial

By admin on November 13, 2025

Day 4: God Knows Every Tear and Trial

God is intimately aware of every struggle, every tear, and every burden you carry. He does not allow more weight than you can bear, and when the load feels too heavy, He is your spiritual spotter—ready to help, comfort, and sustain you. Trusting in God means believing that He sees your pain, records your tears, and will never leave you to face your trials alone, but will walk with you through every valley and storm.

Psalm 56:8 (ESV)
You have kept count of my tossings; put my tears in your bottle. Are they not in your book?

Reflection: Recall a time when you felt overwhelmed—how did you experience God’s presence or comfort, and how can you invite Him into your current struggles?

DevotionalsLeave a comment

Day 3: Praising God Before the Breakthrough

By admin on November 12, 2025

Day 3: Praising God Before the Breakthrough

David models a faith that praises God not just after deliverance, but in anticipation of it—celebrating God’s faithfulness even before the outcome is known. True praise is not based on circumstances, but on the character and promises of God. When we choose to worship in the midst of uncertainty, we declare our confidence in God’s word and His power to bring us through, allowing praise to become a weapon against despair and a declaration of trust in His unfailing love.

Psalm 56:10 (ESV)
In God, whose word I praise, in the Lord, whose word I praise,

Reflection: What is one area of your life where you are waiting for God to move? How can you offer Him genuine praise today, even before you see the answer?

DevotionalsLeave a comment

Day 2: The Reliability of God’s Ability

By admin on November 11, 2025

Day 2: The Reliability of God’s Ability

Unlike the things of this world that fade, break down, or disappoint, God’s character and power remain unchanging and utterly reliable. He is sovereign, omnipotent, and able to do exceedingly and abundantly above all we ask or think. When we put our trust in God, we are anchoring ourselves to the One whose ability is not limited by human constraints, whose promises never deteriorate, and whose faithfulness endures through every season of life.

Ephesians 3:20-21 (ESV)
Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.

Reflection: Where have you been relying on something or someone other than God for security, and how can you shift your trust to God’s unchanging ability this week?

DevotionalsLeave a comment

Day 1: Trusting God in the Face of Fear

By admin on November 10, 2025

Day 1: Trusting God in the Face of Fear

When fear comes—and it will—God invites us to respond not by denying our emotions, but by choosing to trust Him in the midst of uncertainty. David, though a man after God’s own heart, admitted his fear when surrounded by enemies, yet he shifted his focus from his circumstances to the Lord. Trusting God does not mean the absence of fear, but rather a deliberate act of the will to look to the Redeemer, believing that He is able to deliver, heal, and sustain us no matter what we face.

Psalm 56:3-4 (ESV)
When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?

Reflection: What is one specific fear you are facing right now, and how can you intentionally shift your focus from that fear to trusting God with it today?

DevotionalsLeave a comment

Day 5: Persistent Prayer and Trust in God’s Sovereignty

By admin on November 7, 2025

Day 5: Persistent Prayer and Trust in God’s Sovereignty

God invites His people to pray without ceasing, trusting that He is able to do exceedingly and abundantly above all we ask or think. Even when the trials of life seem overwhelming and the answers are slow in coming, persistent prayer keeps us connected to God’s heart and reminds us of His power. He is not distant or indifferent; He is present, able to heal, deliver, and provide. No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and all things work together for good to those who love Him. Keep praying, keep trusting, and watch God move in ways beyond your imagination.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 (KJV)
Pray without ceasing.

Reflection: Who is one person or situation you are tempted to give up praying for? Commit today to lift them up to God again, trusting in His timing and power.

DevotionalsLeave a comment

Day 4: The Power of Self-Examination and Communion

By admin on November 6, 2025

Day 4: The Power of Self-Examination and Communion

Before partaking in the Lord’s Supper, believers are called to examine themselves, remembering the sacrifice of Jesus and the new covenant in His blood. This act is not just a ritual, but a sacred moment to reflect on Christ’s love, confess our shortcomings, and renew our commitment to Him. As you remember His body broken and His blood shed for you, let it lead you to gratitude, humility, and a deeper desire to live in a way that honors Him. Communion is a reminder that, no matter our failures, God’s grace is available and His love endures.

1 Corinthians 11:23-29 (KJV)
For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread:
And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me.
After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me.
For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do shew the Lord’s death till he come.
Wherefore whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of the Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord.
But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup.
For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord’s body.

Reflection: As you prepare your heart for communion, what is one area where you need to seek God’s forgiveness or renew your gratitude for Christ’s sacrifice?

DevotionalsLeave a comment

Day 3: Remembering God’s Faithfulness in the Past

By admin on November 5, 2025

Day 3: Remembering God’s Faithfulness in the Past

In times of trouble, it is vital to look back and remember how God has worked in your life and in the lives of His people. Habakkuk, in his prayer, recalled God’s mighty acts and faithfulness, which gave him hope for the present and future. When you are tempted to despair, take time to review the ways God has provided, protected, and delivered you before. This remembrance fuels faith and enables you to trust Him even when you cannot see the way forward. God’s past faithfulness is a guarantee of His future provision.

Psalm 30:5,11-12 (KJV)
For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.
Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness;
To the end that my glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give thanks unto thee for ever.

Reflection: Take a few minutes to write down three specific times God has come through for you in the past—how does remembering these moments encourage you to trust Him with your current struggles?

DevotionalsLeave a comment

Day 2: God Is Our Unchanging Strength

By admin on November 4, 2025

Day 2: God Is Our Unchanging Strength

When everything else is unstable—when people change, resources fail, and the future is uncertain—God remains steadfast and unchanging. Habakkuk realized that his strength was not in crops, livestock, or outward blessings, but in the Lord God Himself. Like the sure-footed deer that climbs high places, God gives His people the ability to rise above their circumstances and stand firm. No matter what you lose or what storms you face, if your strength is tied to God, you will not be shaken. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever, and He will empower you to dance on your difficulties and walk in victory.

Habakkuk 3:19 (KJV)
The Lord God is my strength, and he will make my feet like hinds’ feet, and he will make me to walk upon mine high places. To the chief singer on my stringed instruments.

Reflection: Where do you usually look for strength when life gets hard, and how can you intentionally anchor your strength in God today?

DevotionalsLeave a comment

Day 1: Rejoicing in God Despite Loss and Hardship

By admin on November 3, 2025

Day 1: Rejoicing in God Despite Loss and Hardship

Even when everything seems to be falling apart—when resources dry up, relationships falter, and hope feels distant—God calls His people to a deeper kind of praise. Habakkuk faced a time when the fig tree did not blossom, the vines bore no fruit, and the fields yielded no food, yet he declared, “Yet I will rejoice in the Lord.” This is a praise that is not dependent on circumstances but is rooted in the unchanging character of God. When you find yourself on the “front side of your yet,” weighed down by burdens and disappointments, remember that authentic worship often springs from the valley, not the mountaintop. God is worthy of praise, not because of what He gives, but because of who He is.

Habakkuk 3:17-18 (KJV)
Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines; the labour of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, and there shall be no herd in the stalls: Yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation.

Reflection: What is one area of loss or disappointment in your life where you can choose today to say, “Yet I will rejoice in the Lord,” and offer Him praise in the midst of your pain?

DevotionalsLeave a comment