REVELATIONS FOR TODAY
by Pastor Michael Obata
- July 26, 2026
Sanctified By Truth
John 17:17
New King James Version (NKJV)
17 Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.
Truth is often defined as a proven or verified statement of fact. It is also defined as that which is the supreme reality and has the ultimate meaning and value of existence. The word of GOD found in the bible is truth. GOD designed us to function and rely on HIS word which is infallible. The truth of the word of GOD is in different levels, and as we mature spiritually, we grow from one level to higher levels. We begin to understand the difference between the facts of science and the revealed knowledge of GOD’s truth. This causes grace and peace to be multiplied in our lives (2 Peter 1:2).
The bible in Hosea 4:6 says, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also will reject you from being priest for Me; ………” If Christians and people all over the world took GOD’s word seriously, they would fulfil their purpose in life, prosper and have good success (Joshua 1:8). GOD’s Word is the embodiment of knowledge and wisdom. The Word of GOD makes us whole, holy and purified. This activates the physical manifestation of every spiritual blessing that we have, for we are already been blessed in CHRIST JESUS. GOD is interested in the true worshippers. That is those that worship HIM in spirit and in truth (John 4:23-24). To worship the FATHER in truth is to rely fully on the integrity of HIS word. The truth is so important that in the bible it is described as one of the weapons of our warfare. The HOLY SPIRIT describes it through the apostle Paul, in Ephesians 6:14, which says “Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, …….” The belt holds together most of the other weapons. A Christians reliance and belief in the truth causes the Christian to be indestructible, to walk in wisdom, in Christian moral courage, and integrity.
A Christian can make confessions, quote the scriptures from Genesis to Revelation, but if the Word of GOD is not held in their hearts (spirit) as truth, it will be impossible to function in the blessings of GOD. We shouldn’t be Christians that live based on the knowledge of the world, or science or whatever traditions/cultures handed down to us, which is inconsistent with the truth of GOD’s Word. To worship the FATHER in truth is to accept the truth of HIS word and put that truth, HIS WORD, into practice in our everyday living. Not relying on the Word of GOD as truth causes a Christian to respond in fear and selfishness. Relying on the Word of GOD as truth makes us a doer of the Word and not just a hearer (James 1:22-25).
Our LORD Jesus Christ in HIS teachings in the book of John 8:32, says “………. “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” When we meditate and practice the word of GOD diligently and consistently, we are made free from the shackles of poverty, disappointment, stagnancy, failure, sicknesses, and every negativity in this world. Put the truth – the Word of GOD to practice. Let it be your lifestyle, and you will be sanctified, and in turn begin to experience the supernatural: GOD doing exceedingly abundantly above your expectations, asking and imaginations, in ways beyond human comprehension. Praise GOD!
Scripture meditation:
James 1:18, 22-25; 2 Timothy 3:16; John 15:3; Matthew 13:15; John 8:32; & Psalms 1:1-3.
Prayer:
Glorious FATHER, thank You for the truth of Your word that causes me to prosper and fulfil Your will and purpose for my life. I receive the grace to walk consistently in the integrity of Your WORD that shall cause me to bear fruit worthy of Your Kingdom. In JESUS’ NAME.
Confession:
The Word of GOD is truth; I am cleansed, sanctified, and glorified by the Word of GOD.
REVELATIONS FOR TODAY
by Pastor Michael Obata
- July 19, 2026
Reconciliation: Your Responsibility
2 Corinthians 5:18
New King James Version (NKJV)
18 Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation,
GOD has reconciled us to Himself, no longer imputing our sins against us (2 Corinthians 5:19). In Christ Jesus, GOD gave us HIS righteousness. We now have eternal life. Glory to GOD! It does not end there, but GOD has given us the ministry of reconciliation to go into the world telling those who do not know the great manifold of HIS love in Christ Jesus.
Our primary duty as Christians is to proclaim the excellencies of GOD who called us out of darkness into his marvellous light (1 Peter 2:9). The most important thing to GOD is HIS children; that is why HE sent CHRIST JESUS, HIS only begotten son, to die and reconcile us back to Himself. We are co-workers with God, and as such, we have been given the ministry of reconciliation. This ministry of reconciliation is what is commonly referred to as the Great Commission. This is the responsibility of every Christian; it is not a choice, and it is not optional. Our duty is clearly described in the scriptures according to Mark 16:15-18 “And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature 16 ……… 17 And these signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues; 18 ….; they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.” This scripture makes us understand that the great commission is a lot more than preaching the gospel. It involves the continuation of the work CHRIST did while on this earth. As Christians, we are to go about doing good, proclaiming, exclaiming, declaring the praises, wonderful deeds, the virtues, the perfections, the righteousness, the glory, the power, the love of the Father Almighty. Let your desire be for the glory, power and majesty of the Lord to flood the earth. CHRIST JESUS said, “As the FATHER sent me, so I send you” (John 20:17). Do not be Christians who are afraid to declare their identity. Do not be Christians only in church. CHRIST said if you deny me, I will deny you before the FATHER. You are the light and salt of the earth, one born to fix situations, and make your sphere of influence know and see the impact of GOD through you (Matthew 5:13-16).
Today, make that decision to be more than just a Christian in church – Be a minister of reconciliation. Study the scriptures and do your best to present yourself to GOD approved, a workman [tested by trial] who has no reason to be ashamed, accurately handling and skilfully teaching the word of truth (2 Timothy 2:15). This way you will save yourself and those around you. GOD wants to be glorified in your life, and this starts with your obedience to HIS commands. Walk in this consciousness and your success will be true, eternal and your name will not cease from the lips of generations. Most importantly, they will recognise CHRIST in you, and nations shall come to your light, kings to your glory. And they will say indeed this one is CHRIST-LIKE.
Scripture meditation:
2 Corinthians 5:17-21; Mark 16:14-20; Matthew 28:16-20; & Ephesians 2:10.
Prayer:
Righteous FATHER, thank you for bringing me out of darkness into your marvellous light and putting your HOLY SPIRIT in me as a guarantee for achieving your purpose for my life as a minister of reconciliation. I know my success is eternal, and I make a great impact in this generation and beyond. In JESUS’ NAME. Amen!
Confession:
I am a tree of righteousness spreading the love and power of GOD in all the earth!
REVELATIONS FOR TODAY
by Pastor Michael Obata
- July 12, 2026
Handle The Word Of Truth!
2 Timothy 2:15
New American Standard Bible (NASB)
15Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a worker who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth.
In CHRIST JESUS, every Christian has received a new kind of life, a life of the Spirit. You are now a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17) – you operate by different set of rules. GOD has blessed you with every blessing and has given you all that pertains to life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3). The big question is why some Christians still go through this life not having the joy of the LORD, not fulfilled, and missing the promised victorious life in CHRIST. In most cases, they are ignorant of the truth that the WORD of GOD in their spirit and the fellowship with the HOLY SPIRIT is what brings to manifestation these blessings in the physical realm. The WORD of GOD is not for fancy. GOD gave us HIS WORD and SPIRIT for us to obtain HIS promises. We must therefore know the WORD of GOD and HANDLE THE WORD ACCURATELY & DILIGENTLY.
You are the product of GOD’s WORD. Your existence in this new life is determined, orchestrated, refined and productive only by the Word of God. Your spirit, which is the real you, thrives on the WORD of GOD. Do not be carnal Christians who, although they are born again, react or respond (live) by the principles of this world, their profession and wisdom is of unbelievers instead of GOD’s word. The bible admonishes us to receive the WORD of GOD with joy, eagerness, and a pure heart like children. Christ Jesus in John15:7 says, “If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you[b] will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.”
Secondly, we are to be steadfast and adhere strictly to the word irrespective of the challenges that arise due to the word we have received. A Christian is never to compromise on the word of GOD. In the first place, how can you receive the promises when you are not knowledgeable of the word of GOD (Hosea 4:6)? There are Christians who believe in the word but just do not know how to receive the WORD in their spirit man. Just as physical food nourishes your physical body, in the same manner, your spirit is nourished with the WORD of GOD. Our study and meditation are like the digestive process of the human body. Nutrients from physical food get into our blood, which gives life to the body, so also the WORD gets into our spirit and gives life to our spirit.
John 17:17 says “Sanctify[i] them by Your truth. Your WORD is truth.” Rightly handling the WORD of GOD is the connection between the blessings you have received in the spirit realm (Ephesians 1:3) and these blessings manifesting in this physical world. Our handling of the WORD of truth is what brings our desires into manifestation. Satan and his demons would do anything to make you ignorant and disobedient to the WORD of GOD. Now that we have received the HOLYSPIRIT and the WORD of truth, let us, with the Grace of GOD given to us, handle this WORD of truth that shall make us live a successful and victorious Christian life. Glory to GOD!
Scripture meditation:
1 Corinthians 12:13; 1 Peter 1:23; Acts 17:11 & Matthew 13.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your incorruptible WORD that dwells in me. I receive Your undiluted Word into my spirit, which causes me to receive the inheritance among the sanctified. FATHER, help me to handle Your WORD of truth diligently and accurately in JESUS’ NAME.
Confession:
I am born of the WORD of GOD – the WORD makes me a success!
REVELATIONS FOR TODAY
by Pastor Michael Obata
- July 05, 2026
Redeem The Times
Ephesians 5:16-17
New King James Version (NKJV)
16redeeming the time because the days are evil. 17Therefore do not be unwise but understand what the will of the Lord is.
Jeremiah 17:5-7 – This is what the LORD says: “Cursed is the man who trusts in mankind, who makes the flesh his strength and turns his heart from the LORD. He will be like a shrub in the desert; he will not see when prosperity comes. He will dwell in the parched places of the desert, in a salt land where no one lives. But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him. He is like a tree planted by the waters that sends out its roots toward the stream. It does not fear when the heat comes, and its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year of drought, nor does it cease to produce fruit”. We live in a challenging world, and it will only get worse. However, in Christ we have overcome the negativity of this world, and our Heavenly FATHER has guaranteed a life of good success and prosperity. Every challenge is only temporary, and it is working together for our good if indeed we love GOD.
Psalms 68:19 says, “Blessed be the Lord, who daily loads us with benefits, the God of our salvation!” Our heavenly Father has prepared opportunities daily and in every season for us to experience HIS Glory. However, it is up to us, His children, to recognise and take advantage of each opportunity and using it with wisdom and diligence.
This world is not going to get any better. However, just like the sons of Issachar (1 Chronicles 12:32 – of the sons of Issachar who had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do …) – we have the SPIRIT of GOD in us and with us. This gives us the advantage to know and understand the times, prepare, and take advantage of opportunities that shall cause us to experience the Glory of the LORD and shine brighter as the world gets darker. We do not rely on the economics, politics, and social conditions of the world. The LORD OUR GOD IS OUR SOURCE. We are born of GOD; we belong to HIM and have already overcome this world, because HIS SPIRIT (the HOLY SPIRIT) in us is greater than he (Satan) who is in the world (1 John 4:4 AMP). Bearing in mind that the GOD-kind of success is not in the abundance of our possessions (Luke 12:15) but in fulfilling our GOD-giving purpose here on earth.
Some Christians fail to experience the Glory of GOD because they do not put first the agenda and objectives of GOD, nor do they employ HIS principles. The scriptures in Romans 8:14 say, “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.” A faithful child of GOD seeks God’s objectives and goals for his life. In fulfilling God’s purpose for your life, everything you need or want is then added to you (Matthew 6:33). You will not struggle in life. Constant fellowship with the LORD in prayer and meditating on HIS WORD shall constantly refresh you and make you achieve HIS will and purpose every season and throughout your mortal journey, irrespective of any challenges that will arise. Let your desire be GOD’s objectives and purpose for your life, and you will be amazed at how the power of GOD at work in you shall cause you to live a glorious Christian life. Redeem the times – TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GOD’s TIMING & OPPORTUNITIES – operate in the power of HIS might. Praise GOD!
Scripture meditation:
Ephesians 5:14-21; Joshua 1:8; Psalms 32:8; Psalms 68:19, & Zechariah 4:6.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for a glorious life in CHRIST JESUS that has made me victorious in life. Father, I surrender myself to your will and purpose, and I receive the Grace to accomplish your plans for my life in every season. In JESUS’ NAME.
Confession:
I fulfil GOD’s plan for my life for the SPIRIT of GOD is at work in me!
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