Christ Embassy Nadi Central, Ratu Navula College [Every Sunday], Nadi (2026)

10/06/2026

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES
PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME
THURSDAY, JUNE 11TH, 2026

"DON’T DELAY TO APPLY GOD’S WORD"

…Resist the devil, and he will flee from you (James 4:7).

It’s unfortunate that, out of indifference or lack of spiritual discipline, some Christians neglect to confess God’s Word concerning their lives, assuming they can always do so later. But spiritual things don’t work that way.

When you delay to apply God’s Word against the adversary, you create room for his operations to persist. Don’t allow it. Deal with him promptly and decisively, giving him no place. The Scripture is clear: “Neither give place to the devil” (Ephesians 4:27).

The instruction in our opening verse is equally clear: “Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” That resistance is not for a later time; it is for the very moment he attempts to afflict your body or interfere with your circumstances. You don’t postpone it; you confront it immediately with the Word. To delay is to yield ground, but to act on the Word is to enforce your dominion.

Speak the Word and exercise your faith as the Scripture instructs: “Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked…and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God” (Ephesians 6:16-17).

Refuse to accommodate anything contrary to what God has said about you. This is the life of faith. You respond with the Word at once and align your actions with the truth you have received.

Always remember that Satan is a defeated foe; you’re superior to him. You’ve already overcome him and all his demons. Keep them where they belong—under your feet. Hallelujah!

Dear Father, thank you for the power of your Word in my life. I respond immediately to every situation with your Word, enforcing my dominion and walking in the reality of all that you’ve made available to me in Christ, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Ephesians 6:10 KJV
James 1:22-25 KJV

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-Year Bible Reading Plan
Acts 2:22-47 & 2 Chronicles 8-11

2-Year Bible Reading Plan
2 Corinthians 2:1-7 &
Songs Of Solomon 1-2

10/06/2026

Rhapsody of Realities
By Rev Dr Chris Oyakhilome DSC DSC DD
Wednesday, 10th June 2026

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF HIS GRACE

Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus (2 Timothy 2:1).

Our opening scripture says, “…be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.” That means take advantage of His grace, understand what that grace has brought to you and accomplished for you, and appropriate it. For example, God says He’s given you divine health in the Gospel (3 John 1:2); don’t try to get it, choose to walk in divine health. Make up your mind about it and refuse to allow anything to cause you to compromise.

The Word also says He’s brought you into a large place, a wealthy place (Psalm 18:19). Then in 2 Corinthians 8:9, it says, “For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.” This is the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ already at work for your prosperity.

Therefore, stop hoping or praying to prosper; live in prosperity. Enjoy your prosperous life in Him. That’s how to be strong in His grace: knowing what the Word says and living accordingly. It’s not enough to say, “I believe I’m healed” and remain on the bed; act on the Word. It makes no difference what symptoms you may feel; declare, “I have the life of God in me. I walk in divine health.”

When you speak like that, you’re not trying to convince God; you’re acknowledging what He’s already done. It brings to mind the testimony of a man who had been on crutches for a long time. He always spoke about what the devil had done to him. But one day, his pastor corrected him: “Don’t tell us what the devil has done; tell us what the Lord has done.”

He was then shown the Scriptures, “…by whose stripes ye were healed” (1 Peter 2:24). The moment he saw it, he declared, “I’m healed! If God said He’s done it, then I’m healed.” On his way home, still using his crutches, he kept testifying. But as he stepped off a bus, he stumbled and fell, and his crutches went in the opposite direction.

As he tried to get up, he realized he could stand and walk without them. The Word had become real to him. He acted on it, and it produced results. That’s taking advantage of God’s grace. You’re not waiting for God to act. Rather, you’re living in the consciousness and manifestation of what He’s already done, walking in the fullness of the blessings of the Gospel. Hallelujah!

Dear Father, thank you for the grace that is in Christ Jesus. I take advantage of that grace and walk in the reality of all that you’ve made available to me. I live in your Word and manifest its truth in my life today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further study
2 Peter 1:3;
Romans 5:17;
James 1:22

1-year bible reading plan
Acts 2:1-21;
2 Chronicles 5-7

2-year bible reading plan
2 Corinthians 1:12-24;
Ecclesiastes 11-12

08/06/2026

Rhapsody of Realities
By Rev Dr Chris Oyakhilome DSC DSC DD
Tuesday, 9th June 2026

"THE CHURCH IS THE ADVANCING FORCE"

And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it (Matthew 16:18).

Many people interpret the Lord Jesus’ statement about the gates of hell as though the Church were under constant attack from the powers of darkness. But that’s not the picture the Lord gave. Gates represent authority and control. In ancient times, the gate of a city was the place where decisions were made and authority was exercised.

So, the “gates of hell” refers to the authority of the kingdom of darkness. When the Master said: “...I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it,” He wasn’t portraying the Church as a victim trying to survive the attacks or onslaughts of darkness. Rather, it reveals the Church as an advancing force.

The kingdom of darkness already existed when Jesus spoke those words. The Church was the new entity being introduced into the earth. Therefore, the picture is not of hell attacking the Church; rather, it’s the Church advancing against the authority of darkness. They can’t withstand the Church or hold out against our advancement.

We’re advancing with the authority of Christ, bringing light where there’s darkness and establishing God’s will on the earth. Through the Gospel, the influence of the Kingdom of God expands, pushing back the authority of darkness.

Every time the Word is preached, lives are transformed, the power of God is manifested, and the Lord adds to the Church such as should be saved. Hallelujah! Rejoice that you’re a part of the triumphant and advancing Church of Jesus Christ, the restraining force against evil in our day.

Dear Father, thank you for making me a part of your victorious Church. I walk in the authority of Christ and advance the influence of your Kingdom everywhere. The powers of darkness cannot withstand the light of the Gospel working through me, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further study
Matthew 16:18 TLB;
Colossians 1:12-13;
Luke 10:18-19

1-year bible reading plan
Acts 1:1-26;
2 Chronicles 1-4

2-year bible reading plan
2 Corinthians 1:1-11;
Ecclesiastes 9-10

08/06/2026

Rhapsody of Realities
By Rev Dr Chris Oyakhilome DSC DSC DD
Monday, 7th June 2026

"DON’T LOSE THE MOMENT"

And I set my face unto the Lord God, to seek by prayer and supplications, with fasting… (Daniel 9:3).

There’re moments when, deep within your spirit, you sense that something ought to change. It may concern your family, your finances, your work, or even your walk with God. You simply know within that the time has come for a new phase, yet the outward circumstances don’t seem to reflect it. Don’t ignore such moments.

The Spirit of God can stir your heart to recognize divine timing. If you fail to respond to that prompting, you may lose the opportunity to step into the next phase or higher level of your walk with God. Daniel gives us a remarkable example of how to respond when you recognize such spiritual timing.

While studying the writings of Jeremiah, he discovered that the seventy years of Israel’s captivity were coming to an end, yet there were no visible signs of deliverance. Instead of ignoring what he knew from the Word, Daniel set his heart to seek the Lord. He prayed and fasted, giving earnest attention to the matter at hand.

For three weeks he continued in prayer until an angel appeared to him with a message from heaven. The angel told him that from the first day he began to pray, his prayers were answered. Daniel refused to abandon what he knew in his spirit and continued to pray until heaven’s response manifested.

This teaches an important lesson: sometimes the Spirit of God stirs your spirit to know that it’s time for a change; when that happens, seize the moment. Pray and fast. If the situation doesn’t seem to have changed immediately, continue steadfastly in prayer.

Persistence in prayer at such times is important for the Bible says, “…The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]" (James 5:16 AMPC). When you recognize spiritual timing and respond with prayer, you position yourself to participate in the fulfillment of God’s will and purpose.

Daniel’s prayers were connected to the unfolding of prophetic events. The message he received revealed that the Persian Empire would fall and be replaced by another kingdom. What began with a man recognizing God’s timing and seizing the moment to pray in alignment with God’s Word became part of the unfolding of God’s eternal plan for His people.

Dear Father, thank you for the guidance of your Spirit who helps me recognize the times and seasons of my life. I respond with faith and obedience to your Word, aligning myself to pray and see your will fulfilled in my life and in the nations, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further study
Daniel 9:2-3;
Ecclesiastes 3:1;
Luke 18:1

1-year bible reading plan
John 21:1-25;
1 Chronicles 26-29

2-year bible reading plan
1 Corinthians 16:13-24;
Ecclesiastes 7-8

07/06/2026

Rhapsody of Realities
By Rev Dr Chris Oyakhilome Dsc Dsc DD
Sunday, June 7, 2026

"PRAYER—A CATALYST FOR DIVINE INTERVENTION"

"...Fear not, Daniel: for from the first day that thou didst set thine heart to understand, and to chasten thyself before thy God, thy words were heard, and I am come for thy words (Daniel 10:12).

Prayer is a catalyst or spur for divine intervention. When you pray in alignment with God's Word, you set spiritual forces in motion and connect earthly situations with heavenly responses. Through prayer, God's purposes are activated and His will is established or caused to manifest in the earth.
A remarkable example of this truth is recorded in Daniel chapter 10. Daniel had been praying and fasting concerning the destiny of Israel. For twenty-one days he continued in prayer, unaware that from the very first day his words had already been heard in heaven. In response to his prayer, an angel was dispatched with the answer.
However, when the angel eventually appeared to Daniel, he explained that although the answer had been released from heaven, the very first day Daniel prayed, he had encountered resistance for twenty-one days from the powers of darkness led by the "prince of Persia." This reveals an important spiritual reality: even when heaven has responded, there can be opposition in the spirit realm.
But Daniel's persistence in prayer ensured that the divine purpose prevailed. The angel further explained that Michael, described as the prince assigned to Israel, came to assist in overcoming that resistance. This shows that angelic beings operate with divine assignments connected to nations and peoples, and their ministry often unfolds in response to God's purposes and the prayers of His people.
At the same time, the Scriptures reveal that angels don't override human responsibility. Israel had previously fallen into captivity because they had broken God's covenant. Even though Michael was assigned to them, he couldn't prevent the consequences of their disobedience.
But when the time of God's promise arrived and Daniel aligned himself with the Word through prayer, divine intervention was activated. His prayers became the channel through which God's purpose for Israel began to unfold. This shows the power of prayer that is rooted in the Word.
Therefore, prayer isn't a routine but a participation in divine purpose: your opportunity to enforce God's will in the earth. When you have this knowledge and understanding about prayer, you don't wait for change; you bring it into manifestation. This makes you an active agent through whom divine purposes are established and fulfilled.

Dear Father, thank you for the privilege of prayer and the assurance of answers. As I pray in alignment with your Word, your purposes are fulfilled in my life and through me, and your will prevails in the earth, in the nations, and in my situations, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Daniel 10:12-13;
James 5:16-18 AMPC;
Jeremiah 29:12

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 20:19-31;
1 Chronicles 23-25

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Corinthians 16:1-12;
Ecclesiastes 5-6

07/06/2026

Sunday service Highlights
Praise Service with Pastor Sai.

06/06/2026

Rhapsody of Realities.
By Rev Dr Chris Oyakhilome DSC DSC DD
Saturday, 6th June 2026.

"THE TRUTH ABOUT OUR ADVERSARY"

Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour (1 Peter 5:8).

There’re many opinions and assumptions about Satan, our adversary, but only the Word of God reveals his true identity. The Bible is the most authoritative source on spiritual realities and through it, God unveils the origin, nature and operations of the devil. Without this knowledge, men walk in ignorance; but with it, you walk in light, understanding and dominion.

If you believe in God, then you must also believe what He has said. The same God who reveals Himself to us in Scripture also clearly tells us that there is a devil. To deny the existence of Satan therefore, is to deny God’s own testimony. The Scriptures don’t present the devil as an abstract idea; they reveal him as a spiritual personality.

The Bible tells us about his origin. He was once an angel who later rebelled against God and became the adversary. When someone dismisses the existence of Satan, they often fail to recognize his incognito and the subtle ways he attempts to influence, deceive, kill, and destroy.

But the knowledge of the Word gives you discernment, confidence and the advantage to deal wisely and spiritually in life. It equips you with the knowledge and faith necessary to walk in constant dominion over Satan and his cohorts of darkness.

The Lord Jesus said, “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you” (Luke 10:19). Hallelujah! Yes, you have an adversary, the devil, but he’s a defeated foe. He’s under your feet. You’re not at his mercy; he’s subject to your authority in Christ. You’re superior to him, for you have the power to cast him out (Matthew 10:8, Mark 16:17). Walk in this knowledge and exercise your dominion in Jesus’ Name.

Dear Father, thank you for the light of your Word that gives me understanding of spiritual realities. My mind is enlightened through the Scriptures, and I walk in wisdom, discernment and victory. I’m alert, grounded in your truth, manifesting the authority and dominion I have in Christ over Satan and the kingdom of darkness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further study
1 Peter 5:8 AMPC;
James 4:7;
Luke 10:18-19

1-year bible reading plan
John 20:1-18;
1 Chronicles 20-22

2-year bible reading plan
1 Corinthians 15:50-58;
Ecclesiastes 3-4

05/06/2026

Rhapsody of Realities.
By Rev Dr Chris Oyakhilome (DSC DSC DD).
Friday, 5th June 2026.

"A DEFEATED KINGDOM"

No man can enter into a strong man’s house, and spoil his goods, except he will first bind the strong man; and then he will spoil his house (Mark 3:27).

When the Lord Jesus addressed the accusation that He cast out demons by the power of Beelzebub, He revealed profound truths about the kingdom of darkness. First, He made it clear that Satan has a kingdom with a structure. Satan’s kingdom operates with coordination and hierarchy. We referenced this in our previous study.

However, the Master went further and revealed another crucial truth. In Mark 3:27, He spoke about entering a strong man’s house and spoiling his goods. The “strong man” in this context refers to Satan. The Lord Jesus explained that no one can enter a strong man’s house and plunder his possessions unless the strong man is first “bound.”

With this statement, the Lord revealed His authority over Satan—the same authority which He passed on to us—His Church. He said in Matthew 10:8, “Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give.” Then, in Mark 16:17, He said, “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils….”

Jesus, casting out demons was proof that He had authority over the kingdom of darkness. While Satan operates with a structured system of demonic forces, he is nevertheless a defeated foe. Through the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, Satan and the forces of darkness were decisively defeated.

Colossians 2:15 NKJV tells us that Jesus Christ disarmed principalities and powers and made a public spectacle of them. Yet, even though Satan has been defeated, he still attempts to operate with the same strategies he’s used throughout history. He has lost his authority, but he continues to function through deception, intimidation and manipulation.

This is why you must walk in the light of God’s Word and remain conscious of your victory in Christ and the dominion you have in His Name. Your authority over Satan is rooted in the triumph of Christ. You’re not fighting to obtain victory; you’re standing in the victory that has already been won. Live in the consciousness of this truth. You’re in dominion over Satan and his cohorts of darkness.

Dear Father, thank you for my victory over Satan and the forces of darkness. I live in the consciousness of Christ’s triumph and exercise my authority in His Name. Every work of the adversary is subdued, and I walk in the dominion and freedom that I have in Christ, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further study
Colossians 2:15;
1 John 3:8;
Luke 10:19

1-year bible reading plan
John 19:17-42;
1 Chronicles 17-19

2-year bible reading plan
1 Corinthians 15:40-49;
Ecclesiastes 1-2

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