Detox with Abi Abimbola Arawande

It Takes Power!

It takes power to follows God’s ways
It take power to love God’s teachings
It take power to thrill to God’s Word
It take power to think about God’s Word day and night
It take power to habitually meditate on God’s Word
It takes power to be quiet
It takes power to say ‘no’ to
It takes power to reject the advice of evil people
It take power to arise and shine
It take power to stand up and shine brightly in the darkness of this world

I’ve got good news for you- God has given unto is the promise of His Power- Holy Spirit

Jesus mentioned this in John 14:16-17
when He was about to die for humanity..
He said the following to His troubled disciples.

”And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby), to be with you forever— the Spirit of Truth, whom the world cannot receive [and take to its heart] because it does not see Him or know Him, but you know Him because He (the Holy Spirit) remains with you continually and will be in you.“
‭‭John‬ ‭14‬:‭16‬-‭17‬


And after his death and resurrection by the power of the Holy Spirit, showing himself to his disciples and speaking to them about the kingdom of God. He said

“The Father has made you a promise which I told you about before. Wait here to receive this promise. But the Holy Spirit will come to you. Then you will receive power. You will be my witnesses—in Jerusalem, in all of Judea, in Samaria, and in every part of the world.”“
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Vs 8 again-

But the Holy Spirit will come to you. Then you will receive power. You will be my witnesses—in Jerusalem, in all of Judea, in Samaria, and in every part of the world.”“
‭‭The Acts‬ ‭1‬:‭8‬ ‭ICB‬‬


It is the Holy Spirit that gives power because He is the power of God.

It is important to know that the Power of God is given to us to accomplish God’s will and plan, not my plan

So, how do I access the Power of God

Simple accept the gift of God - Jesus.



Of course it takes FAITH in God’s Word to
”For everyone born of God is victorious and overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has conquered and overcome the world—our [continuing, persistent] faith [in Jesus the Son of God].“
‭‭1 John‬ ‭5‬:‭4‬ ‭AMP‬‬


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1. Study the Bible: The Bible is God’s word and contains His truth. Spend time reading and studying the Bible to understand God’s character, His promises, and His teachings.

2. Pray: Prayer is a powerful way to connect with God and seek His truth. Pray for wisdom, understanding, and discernment to know and follow God’s truth.

3. Surround yourself with other believers: Spend time with other Christians who can encourage and support you in your faith journey. It is important to be part of a community that shares and upholds God’s truth.

4. Reflect on your beliefs: Take time to reflect on your beliefs and values, and compare them with God’s truth as revealed in the Bible. Ask yourself if your beliefs align with God’s word.

5. Seek guidance from spiritual leaders: Seek guidance from pastors, mentors, or other spiritual leaders who can help you understand and apply God’s truth in your life.

6. Be open to correction and growth: Remain humble and open to correction from God and others. Be willing to learn and grow in your understanding of God’s truth.

7. Obey God’s word: Put God’s truth into practice in your daily life. Obey His commands, live according to His principles, and trust in His promises.

8. Trust in God’s faithfulness: Above all, trust in God’s faithfulness and sovereignty. Trust that His truth is unchanging and reliable, and that He will guide and sustain you on your journey of faith.

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FORGIVEN

. “And we have come to Jesus who established a new covenant with his blood sprinkled upon the mercy seat; blood that continues to speak from heaven, “forgiveness,” a better message than Abel’s blood that cries from the earth, “justice.””
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭12:24‬ ‭TPT‬‬
YOU ARE FORGIVEN! That's a great reminder. Share this wonderful message with someone today.

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During a recent conversation, the other person made a comment that I knew I had never said. Surprised, I responded by saying, "I never said that." He then said, "I feel like that's what you said. He allowed his feelings to interpret what I said. Interesting right!

In a world filled with lies and deceit, it can be easy to be swayed and led astray from the truth of God. As believers, it is crucial that we stand firm and do not allow anything to take away God's truth from our hearts.

Ephesians 6:14 reminds us to "stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist." Just as a soldier puts on armor before going into battle, we must also put on the armor of God in order to stand against the schemes of the enemy.

One of the pieces of this spiritual armor is the belt of truth. The belt was a crucial piece of a soldier's armor, holding everything together and providing support. In the same way, the truth of God's Word should be the foundation that holds us together and gives us strength in the midst of spiritual battles.

When we allow lies and deception to creep into our hearts and minds, we become vulnerable to the attacks of the enemy. Just as a soldier without a belt would be ill-prepared for battle, we are also ill-prepared when we do not have the truth of God's Word firmly rooted in our hearts.

It is so easy to be swayed by the lies of the world and the enemy, but we must make a conscious effort to guard our hearts and minds with the truth of God's Word. We must constantly be on guard, buckling the belt of truth around our waist and refusing to let anything take away God's truth from our hearts.

So let us stand firm in the truth of God's Word, knowing that it is our source of strength and protection in the midst of spiritual battles. Do not allow anything to sway you from the truth, but instead, cling to it with all your might and let it be the foundation that guides and sustains you in all things.

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One of my younger students is extremely vigilant about protecting his passwords. He goes to great lengths to safeguard the passwords for his games and laptops, ensuring that they are kept secure. In fact, this level of caution is a smart practice for everyone, particularly given the prevalent cybersecurity threats.

Coming to today’s theme- preserving God’s holiness

In Deuteronomy 7, the Lord commands the Israelites to destroy all the idols and pagan altars in the land they are entering, emphasising that anything or anyone who replaces God is an idol. This instruction is a powerful reminder for us today that we must also be vigilant in guarding against anything that tries to take the place of God in our lives by preserving God's holiness in our lives- heart and deeds. Preserving God's holiness is a crucial aspect of our faith.

In 1 Corinthians 10:14, the apostle Paul warns against idolatry, urging believers to flee from worshipping anything other than the one true God. He emphasizes the importance of keeping God at the center of our lives and not giving in to the temptation to elevate anything or anyone else to a place of supremacy.

Similarly, in Colossians 3:5, Paul instructs believers to put to death any sinful desires and behaviors, including idolatry. He emphasizes the need to rid ourselves of anything that stands in the way of living a life that is pleasing to God.

Preserving God's holiness requires us to be constantly on guard against anything that threatens to take His rightful place in our hearts. Let us heed the warnings of Scripture and strive to keep God at the center of our lives, rejecting anything that would seek to replace Him. By doing so, we can ensure that His holiness is preserved and honored in all that we do.

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