THE UTMOST POSTURE (7)

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Introduction
this busy life where the competition for one’s
In
is huge it is important to be able to grab hold
time
the "Bite-Size Series" which provides you
of
topical devotionals.
with
Bite-Size Series is unique as it is topical
The
made up of three elements, acronyms, quotes
and
scriptures. The acronyms are derived from
and
words from which the associated
everyday
bring an in depth alternate meaning. In
quotes
instances, quoting from the acronym may be
some
by adverbs for example
supported
Disobey (the) Omnipotent (through)
D.O.U.B.T,
(and) Belittling Truth whilst in others,
Unbelief
as M.I.N.D, the quotation, Memory In
such
Drive does not have adverbs to
Negotiating
its full meaning.
support
to these acronyms, quotes and scriptures,
Added
Bite-Size Series is filled with contemporary and
the
provoking devotionals to inspire and
thought
you in the seasons of life. Finally,
encourage
Bite-Size Series titled, The Utmost Posture will
this
you up by providing scriptural truths
build
that inspire and strengthen you when needed.

Author's notes
have helped generations study facts in
Acronyms
subjects. This method enabled one to
various
long list of facts and more importantly
memorise
to focus what is immediately needed to
bring
answer questions or solve a problem at hand.
the Bite-Size series, Topical Devotional, the
In
format has been adopted
following
1:The everyday word e.g MIND
2:The acronym from the word is M.I.N.D
3:The quote derived : Memory In Negotiating Drive
scripture that supports the word: "Let this
4:The
be in you which was also in Christ Jesus
mind
(Philippians 2:5)
This is followed by a contemporary and thought
5:
devotional written to inspire and
provoking
you in the seasons of life and concludes
encourage
a with
Prayer of Self Reflection deduced from the
6:
and quotes
acronyms

S.T.A.N.D
Surrender Totally to Almighty when Navigating
Destiny
Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and
having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet
shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all,
taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to
quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet
of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of
God: Ephesians 6:14-17 (KJV)

Lord assures us in the quoted scripture that we should
The
the upright posture, a position of hope. To
maintain
this posture as per the quote, is to Surrender
maintain
to the Almighty when Navigating through Destiny.
Totally
is a commanding position and a position of authority.
Stand
authority not in the things you have or the people you
An
but an authority based on your knowledge and
know
with Christ, the Lord.
relationship
is time to stand girding your loin with TRUTH. Christ is
It
truth (John 14:6). It is time to stand in RIGHTEOUSNESS.
the
need the righteousness which is by faith in Jesus Christ
We
3:22) as our righteousness is as filthy rags (Isaiah
(Romans
It is time to stand by the GOSPEL of peace which has
64:6).
to save (Romans 1:16). It is time to stand in FAITH.
power
is Faith:“Looking unto Jesus the founder and perfecter
Christ
our faith (Hebrews 12:2). It is time to stand in the
of
we have. Christ is our savior as there is no
SALVATION
name by which a man may be saved (Acts 4:11-12). It is
other
to stand by the WORD of God. Christ is the word (John
time
and the Word became flesh and dwelt among us (John
1:1),
is time to focus on Jesus Christ as you take stock of your
It
Whatever your conclusion, just S.T.A.N.D knowing that
life.
is Lord over all and will never fail to deliver. His timing
He
time are the best because all things will work together
and
your good (Romans 8:28). Be encouraged as you
for
totally. Amen
surrender
in life, one takes stock of plans and events that have
Periodically
People draw different conclusions based on
occurred.
failures or difficulties that may have been
achievements,
Stand is an upright position supported by the feet
experienced.
in humans and structures for object.
1:14)

R.H.Y.T.H.M
Righteous Harmonisation of Yahweh's Truth in
Humble Manifestation
Open the gates, and let the righteous nation come
in, the nation that remains faithful. With perfect
peace you will protect those whose minds cannot
be changed because they trust you. Trust the Lord
always, because the Lord, the Lord alone, is an
everlasting rock. Isaiah 26:2-4 (GW)

is, “The systematic arrangement of musical sounds,
Rhythm
according to duration and periodical stress” The
principally
of life follows a similar pattern of arrangement of
rhythm
and situations with varied duration and periodical
events
The quote from the acronym RHYTHM is Righteous
stresses.
of Yahweh’s Truths and Humbly Manifesting
Harmonization
reach the deeper recesses of our soul accompanied by it’s
these
and joy.
beauty
typifies the way one can be in rhythm with the Father:
Christ
he says, “He can do only what he sees the Father doing”
First
5:19 GW) and as He listens to the Father, He makes
(John
judgments (John 5:30 GW).This is RHYTHM, doing exactly
his
the Father expects. It requires the diligent and steadfast
what
to His manifested truths. What truths are guiding
adherence
we adhere to the truths, his promise to come and abode
As
us will be experienced (John 14:23). Oh, what a scenario,
with
and Jesus making their home with you! Can you imagine
God
Resolve to be in rhythm with the Father as you trust Him
this!
Let us hang on to what is Godly and not what appears
wholly.
be good or convenient. As we do this God will open the
to
the flood gates of heaven and pour out so much blessing
gates,
3:10b NIV)
(Malachi
of faith were in rhythm with God and the floodgates of
Men
were opened unto them. Remain blessed as you enjoy
heaven
stated, “Music and Rhythm find their way into the secret
Plato
of the soul” Life is rhythmic with periods of highs or lows
places
a combination of both. When the rhythm is harmonious
or
the music melodious, the dancing is beautiful. In such state
and
there is no pain.
you?
your rhythmic dance with the Lord, Amen

P.E.A.C.E
Problems Eased by the Authority Christ Exerts
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not
as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart
be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
John 14:27 (KJV)

what is going to happen? At such times, one seeks the
and
of peace.
assurance
if we follow the worlds’ definition of peace, freedom from
Truly,
we will not have that experience. Christ states, His
disturbance,
is not as the world gives. His peace in the face of
peace
is the assurance His presence give. This is found in
uncertainties
quote from the acronym p.e.a.c.e “Problems Eased by the
the
Christ Exerts” Christ did not promise us a life devoid
Authority
uncertainties. He knew disturbances are part of our journey
of
life and assures us of His peace.
in
therefore need to view uncertainties differently because
We
our heart and mind are stayed on Christ we will be free
when
anxieties and the related diseases such as high blood
from
or premature aging. Let uncertainties be the platforms
pressure
progress with their resolution revealing the glorious order of
of
No wonder James tells us to be joyful when we fall into
God.
temptations as this will work our patiences and when this
divers
we will become complete desiring nothing. (James 1:2-4)
happens
therefore need to see these anxious moments as enablers of
We
and dependency on God as well as making us understand
believe
limitations and the limitless provision from God. As you
our
on this “Let not your heart be troubled, be not afraid
meditate
do not worry when you first tell God every detail of your
and
in earnest and thankful prayer. After you have poured
needs
the uncertainties, rest in the peace of God which transcends
out
our powers of thought as His peace guards your hearts and
all
this position you will draw on the revelatory knowledge of
In
to handle the problem. When He leads, you will certainly
God
at a perfect destination. Walk therefore in His perfect
arrive
and He will perfect all your concerns. Amen
peace
is filled with periods of uncertainties. Uncertainties generate
Life
making us ask the questions how, when, where, which
anxieties
thoughts in Christ Jesus”(Philippians 4:6)

H.E.D.G.E
Holy Enveloped Developed by God against
Evil destruction
So Satan answered the Lord and said, “Does Job
fear God for nothing? Have You not made a
hedge around him, around his household, and
around all that he has on every side? You have
blessed the work of his hands, and his
possessions have increased in the land.
Job 1:9-10 (NKJV)

children of God have the hedge of protection which is
All
by faithfulness to God. Job remained faithful to
maintained
in the face of adversity. His wife asked him to curse God
God
die but he refused. His friends accused him falsely but he
and
steadfast in his relationship to God declaring, “God may
was
me, but still I will trust in him Job 13:15a” and “Till I die I
kill
are eternal benefits of being faithful to God. Moses
There
faithfulness to God when he walked away from the
chose
of Egypt to bring deliverance to his people (Acts 7:22-
palace
Joshua chose faithfulness over loyalty to his people when
24).
declared "as for me and my house we will serve the Lord"
he
24:14-15). Esther was faithful to God and loyal in her
(Joshua
to Mordecai and took a step that placed her in
relationship
of death (Esther 4:13-17) when she could have enjoyed
danger
trappings of the palace. John the Baptist was faithful to
the
when seeing Jesus Christ declared "I must decrease and
God
must increase" (John 3:30) when the leaders insisted that
He
was the Christ
he
must resolve to be faithful to God with our decisions. This
We
the Holy Envelope Developed by God against Evil
maintains
(HEDGE) and generates blessings that last
Destruction
generations, for example John the Baptist pointing
throughout
Christ the Savior to humankind. Remain blessed as you
out
your HEDGE. Amen.
protect
hedge is simply a fence which demarcates a territory and for
A
stranger to enter he or she must seek permission. In the above
any
the Lord asked Satan, “Have you considered My servant
scripture
that there is none like him on the earth, a blameless and
Job,
man, one who fears God and shuns evil?” Satan’s reply is
upright
Do I not know you have formed a hedge around him
fascinating,
his household? How did Satan know there was a - Holy
and
Developed by God against Evil Destruction - around
Envelope
Satan had visited believing he had power to enter but he was
Job?
by the hedge.
resisted
will not put away my integrity from me” Job 27:5b

E.V.E.R
Eternally Verified and Established as Real
O Lord, your word is established in heaven forever.
Psalm 119:89 (GW)

He instructs us to acknowledge Him in all our ways
Rather
3:6) and when we find any occasion to boast we
(Proverbs
declare that we have the understanding to know Him
should
the Lord, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness
as,
earth” (Jeremiah 9:24). Oh! What a loving God. What has He
on
you to carry out? That instruction will be
instructed
so far as you depend on Him because the
accomplished
has been Eternally Verified and Established as Real
instruction
us reflect on the deliverance of the people of Israel from
Let
after 430 years (Exodus 12:41) in captivity and the birth
Egypt
Jesus Christ that was prophesied 750 years (Malachi 3:1-5)
of
it happened. Both Moses and Mary were not born when
before
pronouncements were made. However when they
these
the Word from the Lord, the word which had already
received
established in heaven, they were able to fulfill their
been
regardless of the difficulties they experienced.
destinies
may know the Lord’s instructions to you but may be
You
challenges which may include past hurts, being in a
facing
land and in a culture that appears strange or having
foreign
that are not conducive to your plans. Be encouraged
laws
once the Lord has instructed, His instruction is
because
Verified and Established as Real, so persevere with
Eternally
project and it will come to fruition. For with God all things
the
possible (Mark 10:27). Amen
are
challenges of life may make you become impatient with God
The
shifting your trust in Him to your wisdom, your strength
thereby
your riches to fulfill destiny. The Lord however warns us not to
or
in our own understanding (Proverbs 3:5), also not to boast of
trust
our wisdom, our strength or our riches, (Jeremiah 9:23).
before you were formed in your mother’s womb.

L.I.M.I.T
Linking Intimately to Man Instead of Truth
This is what the Lord says, “Cursed is the one who trusts in
man, who draws strength from mere flesh and whose heart
turns away from the Lord.That person will be like a bush in
the wastelands; they will not see prosperity when it comes.
Jeremiah17:5-6 (NIV)

not place such limits on your destiny? Your understanding
Do
the limitations may dampen your hopes but the above quote
of
Intimately with Man instead of Integrating with the
“Linking
has the potential of raising hopes, more so determining
Truth”
us examine the lives of people who did not link to man but
Let
intimately to the truth. Jacob looked to the truth and
linked
the first genetic engineer (Genesis 30:31-43) Ruth
became
to the truth and produced the genealogy of Jesus (Ruth
looked
Blind Bartimaeus ignored the shouts of men and gained
4:13-15)
sight (Mark 10:46-52) Short Zacchaeus did not look at his
his
sought the truth and he gained salvation (Luke 19:1-10)
stature,
woman with the issue of blood sought the truth and
The
you focus on man you will miss the provision of God.
Anytime
you come to God, you must believe that He is a
When
to them that diligently seek Him (Hebrews 11:6): not
rewarder
who seek man. Jeremiah said this about those who
those
after men, it is a curse to trust in man and you will
sought
in the patch places in the desert (Jeremiah 17:5).
dwell
to be steadfast in the Lord. Do not lean on your own
Resolve
but rather acknowledge Him always (Proverbs
understanding
both in good times or the bad times. Declare as Job did,
3:5-6)
He slay me yet will I trust in Him (Job 13:15). Finally
"Though
off those limits and venture into your destiny with the
take
of God. Amen
possibilities
word says, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens
The
however you find yourself either being told, it can’t be done, it
me”
never been tried before, it is impossible or where will you get
has
finance for the project? Again you may say, I do not have the
the
connections, I don’t have the right qualifications or I am not
right
the right size or colour may be thoughts that keep recurring.
of
to link to the truth.
regained her health (Mark 5:25-33)

A.T.T.A.C.K
Advance Truthful Thoughts by
Acknowledging Communion with the King
You must drive out all the inhabitants of the land before
you. Destroy all their carved images, all their molten
images, and demolish their high places. You must
dispossess the inhabitants of the land and live in it, for I
have given you the land to possess it.
Numbers 33:52-53 (NET)

scripture quoted gives four instructions denoting attack,
The
are drive out, destroy all, demolish and dispossess. The
these
from the acronym A.T.T.A.C.K is advance truthful
quote
by acknowledging your communion with the King.
thoughts
you commune with King Jesus he grants you power and
As
(Luke 10:19) to attack the problems confronting
authority
finance, future, family, fears and your security in His
your
name.
has relative truth, God alone has absolute truth.
Humankind
is the truth As you commune with Christ, and act
Christ
his instructions, these manifest in real time. Remember
upon
wedding ceremony where the wine run out. The master
the
have been ridiculed and be the gossip of the town but
would
servants advanced the truth after communing with Jesus
the
the best wine was served (John 2:1-10). Similarly the
and
with the issue of blood was healed by acknowledging
woman
truth when she held the hem of Jesus' garment (Mark
the
5:25-34).
word of God is the only offensive weapon in the armory
The
have. Therefore when you commune with Jesus and he
we
a word, you need to wage war with it, for the word
declares
not return to empty, but will accomplish what the Lord
will
and achieve the purpose for which it was sent (Isaiah
desire
55:11).
problem threatens to spread like a wild bush fire or
What
infectious virus in your life? You have the word of
highly
therefore use it. The word has power and life to bring
God,
to the situation. Stay in the a.t.t.a.c.k mode as you gain
change
as a word sounds military and aggressive. There are
Attack
certain situations that one needs to be aggressive.
however
where the least delay will cause the rapid spread of a
Situations
like cancer.
problem,
victory over your challenges. Amen

A.N.S.W.E.R
Allude to Negotiations Strictly by Wisdom
Eternal God Releases
But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord.
Always be prepared to give an answer to
everyone who asks you to give the reason for
the hope that you have. But do this with
gentleness and respect,
1Peter 3:15

questions require your attention and answers? How
What
you approaching these questions? It will be important to
are
to all negotiations strictly by the wisdom God releases
allude
He possesses absolute truth. This quote from the
for
a.n.s.w.e.r will yield eternal results not based on
acronym
you know but rather on God who knows all things.
things
a time one looks at the enormity of the task and
Many
it is almost impossible to carry out. With this
concludes,
one walks away ignoring the project. Moses going
decision,
to Pharaoh at God’s request to deliver the people of
back
is a typical example. His answers were negative
Israel
“I am not fluent” but God asked, “Who gave
including,
beings their mouths. Is it not I, the Lord? He further
human
Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you
instructed,
to say.” (Exodus 4:11) The Lord expects a positive
what
as He is our Helper, so do not give up.
response
following people did not give up on questions life posed
The
them. Abraham when asked to leave his kindred to a land
to
he did not know of took the journey albeit with
where
and became the father of many nations. David
difficulties
on Goliath, not looking at his physical prowess but God.
took
defeated Goliath and progressed to be king.
He
courage as you learn to negotiate strictly by the
Take
God releases. Finally, “Let your speech be always
wisdom
grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye
with
to answer every man (Colossians 4:6). Amen
ought
poses questions which demand answers. We answer
Life
posed by people, ourselves or God. Our answers are
questions
influenced by knowledge and the partial truths of men
mostly
these may sound good but not Godly. These
consequently
may have long term effects, generational benefits or
answers
difficulties.

S.T.I.L.L
Surrender Totally, be Immersed in the
Lord's Love
Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted
among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. The
Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.
Selah.
Psalms 46:10-11 (KJV)

want to act because when we do so we feel satisfied.
We
is not natural to be quiet especially when one feels
It
offended or abused, however the Lord says, “Be
cheated,
Still is defined as not moving or making a sound.
still”
still before the Lord is: Surrendering Totally and
Being
Immersed in the Lord’s Love.
being
your efforts or calculations will yield “some effect” but
All
effects do not bring glory to God nor His desired
these
The question is “Do you want your own results
outcome.
that of the Lord? The scriptures remind us: Not by
or
nor by power, (Zechariah 4:6b KJV) and it is He
might,
giveth thee power to get wealth. (Deuteronomy 8:18a
that
still does not mean you do not act. Being still is
Being
on the Lord, hearing from the Lord and being
waiting
to His instruction. Being still is allowing the Lord
obedient
take the lead in bringing His desired outcome which
to
glory to His name not your name. No wonder the
brings
remarked, “He leads me besides the still waters,
psalmist
restores my soul” (Psalm 23:2-3). In total surrender to
He
love of the Lord there is direction and restoration.
the
you remain still and wait on the Lord you will mount
As
with wings like the eagle: you will no longer be picking
up
with the “chickens” rather you will soar having
dirt
vision, strength and becoming efficient in all you
greater
You will not be weary or faint in any situation that
do.
you. Each day of your journey, learn to
confronts
totally and be immersed in the love of the Lord.
surrender
you do this, you will have total restoration with glory
As
this era, life demands action and it will be impossible to
In
any individual to be still. You may have a list of
instruct
to complete and everything has to be actioned and
tasks
off as achieved.
ticked
KJV)
going to God. Amen

M.U.S.I.C
Melody Ushering the Saviour Into Communion
Speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and
songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from
your heart to the Lord
Ephesians 5:19 GW

our Father is a loving Father who has placed great
God,
on our lives. He’s shown this by making us in His
value
giving us charge over all His creation (Genesis 1:26-
image,
and sacrificing His son for us (John 3:16). Sit back and
28)
on these acts of God and ask, what manner of love is
reflect
A love that does not fade.
this?
may not feel this love because of the pressures of life.
You
pressures are not the determinants of His love towards
These
As if this is all, He has showered us with blessings in the
you.
places in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 1:3) and adopted us
heavenly
not let the pressures of life prevent you from
Do
His love towards you. He wants you to sing
reciprocating
songs in your heart to Him. The psalmist said, "Make
spiritual
joyful noise unto the Lord" (Psalm 66:1). He enjoys our
a
and already knows the tone with which each one
differences
Him by. This love is not a public demonstration
approaches
declared that the issues of life comes from the heart
Solomon
4:23). As you play your M.U.S.I.C to the Lord He
(Proverbs
commune with you. At communion, His presence is with
will
In His presence you receive His instructions, His grace,
you.
mercy, His protection, His strength, His provision, His
His
and above all, everything His presence brings. As you
favor
dancing in tune to the m.u.s.i.c with the Lord, let that
keep
be experienced by others. Go out with m.u.s.i.c in
beauty
heart showing mercy, protection of the vulnerable and
your
to the less privilege. Endeavour to do this from the
provision
music be the food of love play on said Shakespeare. The writer
If
a glimpse of earthly love which is sensual in nature.
has
in nature when the attraction fades the music stops
However
In your relationship with the Lord, you should
playing.
to keep the melody that ushers in the saviour into
endeavor
M.U.S.I.C, playing forever.
communion
so we can call Him Abba, Father.
of affection or talent but an issue of the heart.
heart. Amen

S.I.N
Submitting to Inferior Nature
But each person is tempted when they are dragged
away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then,
after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and
sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.
James 1:14-15 NIV

may associate sin with satan. You may think Satan is
You
or some sort of person in red with a frightful
abstract
No, Satan may not look anything like that
appearance.
Satan has a mode of operation which is primarily on
rather
mind. The bible describes Satan as a liar, one who
the
false information, a thief who steals and one who
presents
(John 10:10). The quote from the acronym S.I.N is
murders
to an Inferior Nature. What are you willing to submit
Submit
is about your mind, conscience and character.
Submission
mind is your negotiating centre, conscience the area of
Your
and character the actions you take. What is the
reflection
of your information? Whose information do you
source
and negotiate by? Whose information informs your
reflect
With whom are you sharing your plans? Is it God or
actions?
As you pursue answers, resolve to think and
Satan?
with God’s principles whilst you resist the devil
negotiate
4:7). Submission to God enables you to tap into His
(James
guidance.
superior
God to supply all your needs according to His riches in
Allow
Jesus (Philippians 4:19) and be content with what you
Christ
Take sometime now to renew your relationship with
have.
If you do not know him personally confess Him as
Jesus.
Lord and Savior and believe in your heart that he is the
your
over your life. Finally submit to God who will enable
Lord
is another day. A day that His will in heaven is to be done here
It
earth. His will is that we obey His commandments and to be
on
of all situations. However, as we are surrounded by
masters
opportunities so are we also surrounded by
numerous
both of which have the capacity to draw on our
difficulties
desires ultimately leading us into sin.
lustful
to? An inferior nature or a superior one?
you to resist the inferior nature. Amen

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W.A.L.K.E.D
Wait on the Almighty's Leading, Knowledge in
Establishing Destiny
When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord
appeared to him and said, “I am God Almighty; walk
before me faithfully and be blameless. Then I will make
my covenant between me and you and will greatly
increase your numbers.” Abram fell facedown, and God
said to him, Genesis 17:1-3

walking with God whilst waiting on His
Similarly
to lead, brings perfection to the decisions you
knowledge
After a twenty-four year wait, without any sign of the
make.
child, witnessing the birth of 316 children (Genesis
promised
and making an error out of the desire to have a son
14:14)
Hagar the maid, the Lord spoke to Abram, “I am God
with
walk before me faithfully and be blameless"
Almighty;
17:1).
(Genesis
you walking with the Lord or are you leading life
Are
to your own rules and desires? Your desires can
according
to dissatisfaction and undue pain. An example is
lead
However, those who wait on the Lord mount up
Ishmael.
wings as the eagle (Isaiah 40:31). Caleb one of 12 men
with
to spy and report back to Moses is an example. His
sent
was, let us go and possess the land (Numbers 13:30)
response
the Lord had promised. The others did not follow the
as
years later whilst the others died in the wilderness,
Forty
said to Joshua, I am this day fourscore and five years
Caleb
As yet I am as strong this day as I was in the day that
old.
sent me: as my strength was then, even so is my
Moses
now, for war, both to go out, and to come in (Joshua
strength
KJV)
14:10-11
not despair. Wait on the Lord’s knowledge for direction.
Do
knowledge will sustain, strengthen and establish you,
His
as He did in the life of Caleb. Therefore patiently wait on
just
Almighty’s lead in establishing your destiny. Amen
the
denotes action whilst wait, inaction. When you wait on
Walk
Lord’s leading and direction, people misunderstand your
the
calling you a time waster. Walking and waiting sound
actions
James wrote about being joyful when you face
anachronistic.
This isn’t real, is it? James further enumerated the benefits
trials.
with this contrasting positions as becoming mature
associated
and complete, lacking nothing (James 1:2-4).
Lord’s lead walking after their fears.

PRAYER OF SELF
REFLECTION
Lord, as I examine myself in the mirror of life, I am
Dear
where near your intended position. I repent this day
no
all that has happened in my life either by omission or
of
commission. I confess Jesus Christ as my Lord and
by
and believe in my heart that His shed blood has
Savior
for my sins. I ask Jesus Christ to fill my heart this
atoned
day and I will serve Him the rest of my life.
believe and confess that my Utmost Posture is peace
I
surpasses all understanding. I stand putting on
that
Christ, the whole armor of God as my soul remains
Jesus
in His love. I confess to be in rhythm by
still
Him in all I do. I believe and confess that
acknowledging
covers me with His holy envelope as protection
He
evil destruction. I will continue to provide the
against
ushering the Savior to communion as I patiently
melody
for His instructions to lead me. His answers enable
wait
overcome the tendency to submit to any inferior
me
I confess that I will not be limited by fear as the
nature.
has eternally verified and established all things as
Lord
real.
me the grace that allows me to yield to Your
Grant
always. I declare this day that I yield to the Holy
leading
leading to keep the Utmost Posture all the days
Spirit’s
my life, for in You through You and to You do all
of
consist. As you have began this good work in me
things
will surely bring it to a successful conclusion in my
You
position. Thank you Lord, to you be all glory
ordained
honor. Amen.
and