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God Delivered Daniel – He Will Deliver You – Faith Builders

“The royal administrators, prefects, satraps, advisers and governors have all agreed that the king should issue an edict and enforce the decree that anyone who prays to any god or human being during the next thirty days, except to you, Your Majesty, shall be thrown into the lions’ den.” (Daniel 6:7, NIV).

Daniel 6 teaches us that God honors, helps, and rescues believers who have unwavering Faith in His Love and Power and use courage to practice uncompromising integrity.

Daniel was approximately 80 years old when his faith was severely tested. His response to the Kings command:

“Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went home. And in his upper room, with his windows open toward Jerusalem, he knelt down on his knees three times that day, and prayed and gave thanks before his God, as was his custom since early days.” (Daniel 6:10).

Is it possible for Christian Believers in 2026 to have the faith and trust in God that Daniel had? Yes!

God’s Gifts to Humanity

Faith: “…I tell everyone among you not to think of himself more highly than he should think. Instead, think sensibly, as God has distributed a measure of faith to each one.” (Romans 12:3, CSB).

Spiritual Gifts: “For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control].” (2 Timothy 1:7, Amplified Bible).

From accepting Christ as our personal Savior, what does God expect of us? “Be holy, for I Am Holy.” (1 Peter 1:16).

Reflection: Do your thoughts, spoken words, habits, behaviors, and lifestyle reflect that you are a Son or Daughter of God, who is striving to live righteously?

Choose a Time when you can be alone and without distractions and perform a Spiritual Self-Assessment. When complete, pray and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any habits or behaviors that indicate the compromise of God’s Righteous Standards.

Without the power of the Holy Spirit guiding our thoughts and decisions, we may have embraced the Unbeliever’s Creeds of “Self-Reliance and Chasing Your Desires.”

“A creed is a formal statement of core beliefs or guiding principles. While most commonly used to define statements of religious faith (from the Latin credo, meaning ‘I believe’), it can also refer to a personal philosophy or set of principles that dictates how someone lives.”

Self-Reliance and Chasing Our Desires Always Separate Us From God!

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding…Do not be wise in your own eyes.” (Proverbs 3:5, 7).

“Self-trust replaces Reliance on God, the Creator, with reliance on the thoughts and strategies of the flawed human heart.”

Reliance on AI: “Artificial Intelligence does not have human feelings, self-awareness, or inner consciousness. Instead, AI simulates thinking by processing massive amounts of data…”

“By trusting in one’s own thoughts [human wisdom], or the supposed wisdom of AI, the believer severs their vital connection with God.”

The Triune God is the Only True Source of All Knowledge including All Present and Future Situations and Outcomes, and the Only Source of Spiritual Wisdom. (Isaiah 55:8-9).

Chasing Your Desires is to actively pursue your biggest ambitions, goals, or passions. “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth…For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:19, 21).

We cannot follow Christ with love and loyalty with a divided heart. “No one can serve two masters…You cannot serve God and wealth.” (Matthew 6:24).

The concept of a Worldly Christian, who lives as they please [as long as they attend weekly church services] is a deceptive false teaching originated by Satan.

God’s Command: “Therefore ‘Come out from among them And be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, And I will receive you.'” (2 Corinthians 6:17).

“In this Scripture, the Apostle Paul calls believers to live a life that is spiritually set apart and distinct from worldly, ungodly influences.”

Daniel Is a Faith Hero!

Although Daniel and the nation of Judah were in Babylonian captivity for 70 years, he used his faith to always believe and trust in God’s Love, Power, and Promises. Daniel proves that it is possible for us to intentionally keep our faith and focus on God, and not our circumstances.

Bible scholars estimate that Daniel was between 80-85 years of age when he was thrown in the lion’s den. But God!

Daniel’s Deliverance: God Honors Daniel’s Faithful Obedience – Daniel 6

“Then the king arose very early in the morning and went in haste to the den of lions. And when he came to the den, he cried out with a lamenting [sorrowful] voice to Daniel. The king spoke, saying to Daniel, ‘Daniel, servant of the living God, has your God, whom you serve continually, been able to deliver you from the lions?'” (Verses 19-20).

“Then Daniel said to the king, ‘O king, live forever! My God sent His angel and shut the lions’ mouths, so that they have not hurt me, because I was found innocent before Him; and also, O king, I have done no wrong before you.'” (Verses 21-22).

God’s Plan For Us Is To Have Steadfast Faith Like The Prophet Daniel

“But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” (Hebrews 11:6).

Faith is Active! We use our faith to Love, Trust, Surrender, and Obey God, the Father; we pray in faith to God, the Son [Jesus], our Redeemer and Intercessor, who receives all prayers, forgives us of our sins, and it is God, the Holy Spirit, who uses our faith as a catalyst to perform our spiritual growth and transformation, and empower us with knowledge, wisdom, and strength..

Our faith keeps us connected to Jesus Christ, and reveals our cooperation with God, the Holy Spirit, who relies on our faith and obedience to perform Sanctification.

“Behold, I am Yahweh, the God of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for me?” (Jeremiah 32:27).

Like Daniel, we must also use our faith to remain focused on God’s Sovereign Power, believing [without any fear or doubt] that God is more Powerful than our circumstances.

Studying the Bible is crucial to our faith and spiritual growth. The Scriptures teach us of  God’s Loving and Righteous Character and the various Bible stories document the many times He has intervened to give victory to the righteous. [Faith Builder].

“My people perish for lack of knowledge.” (Hosea 4:6). Through the Scriptures, the inspired writers give us historical details revealing that God is Faithful, Dependable, and Powerful! [Faith Builder].

“For the word of God is living and active…” (Hebrews 4:12). God’s Words strengthen our faith, giving us hope that He will never leave us or abandon us. Jesus tells us that the Scriptures are the Bread of Life, and we must eat from them [study] every day, to be fed spiritually. [Faith Builder].

“Be holy…” We cannot depend on human thoughts, or teach ourselves how to live holy. There are many opinions on what we need to do, yet we need to pray for wisdom and guidance and study Christ’s instructions.

The Bible is our Source for navigating through our spiritual journey with victory. Much prayer is required for the building of our faith, spiritual transformation, and maintaining our relationship with Christ.

Our Spiritual Journey with Jesus requires consistent Human Effort and we will receive from the Holy Spirit, the Divine Intervention of Jesus’ Strength.

The Apostle Paul who started the early churches wrote letters of encouragement to the members, describing the spiritual activities that every Christian believer must do to receive the spiritual growth and transformation performed daily by the Holy Spirit:

“We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of His will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God…” (Colossians 1:9-10, NIV).

“We can come to Jesus just as we are, but we cannot stay just as we are.”

Sanctification Is God’s Spiritual Goal: Daily spiritual growth and transformation of our mind, character, and personality into the likeness of Christ’s Righteous Character requires the teamwork of Human Effort and Divine Intervention.

“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” (Ephesians 5:15 – 16, NIV)

Like Daniel, who consecrated himself  through daily personal worship, three times a day, we also need to use our gift of time to commit to worshiping, following, trusting and obeying Christ, our Savior and Shepherd.

“The sheep that are My own hear My voice and listen to Me; I know them, and they follow Me.” (John 10:27, Amplified Bible).

Following Jesus requires a mindset and lifestyle of continuous self-denial and worship [Romans 12:1-3]. Every morning, we use our faith to surrender and commit to obey the promptings and guidance of the Holy Spirit.

For over 6,000 years, Satan has manipulated the minds of many people to rebel against God. Human Effort alone cannot keep us on the Narrow Path of Righteousness.

Our daily prayer of faith and surrender invites the Holy Spirit to strengthen our faith, and empower us with the spiritual knowledge and wisdom to discern life through spiritual eyes.

Despite King Darius’ command, Daniel was faithful and obedient to God. Not only did he continue to worship God three times a day, by opening his window, Daniel’s accusers witnessed his courage and steadfast faith and trust in the Most-High God.

In 2026, our tests of faith are very different from Daniel’s test of faith. Satan is presenting temptations of social media, earthly trinkets, success, relationships with unbelievers, fornication, gambling, immoral programs and video games, alcoholic beverages, and addictive mood gummies and teas to calm us.

Many Christian believers have embraced and developed hatred for one another because of political differences; and instead of helping those who are economically disadvantaged, they are using their God-given resources to become Wealth Builders.

Loving Others Is a Test of Our Faith and Obedience to God: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” (Matthew 22:39).

Represent the love of Christ to everyone. We do not have time to hate or to be upset with anyone. Ask the Holy Spirit to saturate your heart with God’s Agape Love.

Prayer, praise, and study of the Holy Scriptures keep us close to Jesus Christ, our Shepherd and Triumphant King, who promises that He is coming soon. Yes and Amen!

Satan is using his best strategies to entice us to abandon our relationship with Jesus Christ. Every day, when we least expect it, we will face temptations that test our faith and loyalty to God.

Stop, Think, and Pray! Pray continuously!” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Facing accusations or conflict? It’s a faith test! Never react with emotions; remain silent and pray. [Faith Builder].

Whisper prayers throughout your day for Divine Wisdom and Strength. Through prayer, the Holy Spirit empowers us with Jesus’ Divine Strength to persevere and pass every test of faith. [Faith Builder].

God has promised to deliver us and He will!

“In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [draw your strength from Him and be empowered through your union with Him] and in the power of His [boundless] might.” (Ephesians 6:10, Amplified Bible).

Lord God, we ask You to be our Strength as we navigate through our spiritual journey of faith. We also ask for the Holy Spirit to lead us, guide us, and correct us, as we follow Jesus on the Narrow Path of Righteousness. In faith, we ask this prayer in the Loving and Righteous Name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

© 2026 STEPS 2 Success With Spiritual Solutions Ministry

We Are Proof That Jesus Makes A Difference In Our Lives

Jesus Christ Is The Foundation of Christianity and Our Faith: “Jesus said to him, ‘I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.'” (John 14:6).

When Jesus knocked at the door of our hearts, we accepted Him as Lord and Savior, and we were adopted into the family of God as His Sons and Daughters.

“Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.” (1 John 4:11).

Our spiritual responsibilities include loving God; loving others, including our enemies; and witnessing to the world that accepting Jesus makes a difference in our lives. 

Yes, every believer has the responsibility to represent God’s Love and Jesus’ Saving Grace to the world.

A smile, kind words, being patient, helping others, and telling someone, Jesus, loves you reveals our heart to heart connection with Jesus, giving hope to those who are blind from living in a spiritually dark world.

“You are the light of the world. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:14, 16).

“The Meaning: We are commanded to live an active, visible faith through love, compassion, and kindness so that our actions represent Christ’s love.”

“As lights of the world, we live this out by practicing daily acts of generosity, patience, forgiveness, and helping those in need.”

Being Lights of the World Requires Courage

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7). Every human being is gifted with the ability to love God, love others, and to love themselves.

God Is Love: Love Is The Greatest Gift

“And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing.” (1 Corinthians 13:2).

“When love fills the heart, it will flow out to others…Love modifies the character, governs the impulses, subdues enmity, and ennobles the affections. This love is as broad as the universe, and is in harmony with that of the angels.”

“[God’s Love] cherished in the heart, sweetens the entire life and sheds its blessing upon all around.” It is His love, and only His love that can make us the lights who reflect His Divine Light.

When our hearts are converted by the Holy Spirit, we easily manifest God’s Love, Grace, and Mercy, because Christ’s Love and Righteousness spiritually transforms our hearts [minds], characters, and personalities.

The Challenge: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind… .” (Romans 12:2).

Because we inherited sinful hearts, Pride naturally exists within us. Without the transforming and sustaining Power of the Holy Spirit, we will manifest:

Self-Reliance, Individualism, selfishness, the lack of love and compassion, and diminished ethics, morals, and values. Human effort alone cannot stop these sinful behaviors from easily taking root and growing in our hearts.

“For what will a man give in exchange for his soul and eternal life [in God’s kingdom]?” (Mark 8:37, Amplified Bible).

The Challenge: Overcoming the temptations of the acquisition of wealth, success, secular pleasure, and relationships with unbelievers, who the enemy uses to weaken our faith and self-control.

Embracing and Relying on Jesus’ Powerful Strength: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” (Ephesians 6:10-11, NIV).

Overcoming Through Separation, Solitude, and Silence

Daily Personal Worship [Prayer and Bible Study] Keeps Us Connected to Christ: Every morning and evening, we set uninterrupted time [eliminating all distractions] to “Armor Up.”

“Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in Me.” (John 15:4, NIV).

Loving God motivates us to stay connected to Jesus Christ. Daily Surrender, Prayer and Bible Study invites the Holy Spirit to give us the Spiritual Reinforcements of wisdom, discernment, and strength.

“Pray continuously.” (1 Thessalonians 5:17).

Throughout our day, if we mentally whisper silent prayers for Divine Guidance and Strength, the Holy Spirit pours Christ’s Wisdom and Strength into our minds and bodies.

It is impossible for Satan to deceive us into embracing his temptations when we stay connected to Christ.

Consistent worship invites the Holy Spirit to  transform our minds, characters, and personalities into the likeness of Christ’s Righteous Character and empower us with Jesus’ Divine Strength to mature into loving, peaceful Sons and Daughters of God.

“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.” (Ezekiel 36:26).

Despite the impact that sin has on our hearts, from accepting Christ as our personal Savior, He cleanses our hearts, and gives us compassionate hearts that are responsive to His Voice and the needs of others.

“The object of God in choosing a people before all the world was not only that He might adopt them as His Sons and Daughters, but that through them the world might receive the Grace that brings salvation.”

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23).

When life is busy and things are chaotic, our calm facial expression and undisturbed demeanor speaks louder than spoken words, revealing that we are connected to a Higher Power.

Yes, representing the Character of Christ invites the Holy Spirit to touch the hearts of those who watch us. Some will assume that we are practicing the learned behavior of military discipline, but there may be one or two, who wish deep within their hearts they could have our peace.

How do they know we are Christians? When we are connected to Christ, His Light shines through us. Even those who have not accepted Christ, also received the same spiritual gifts [2 Timothy 1:7] that we have.

The Mysterious Power of the Holy Spirit [Acts 2]

The individuals who paid attention, desiring  peace, invite the Holy Spirit to speak to their hearts. Whether it is at that point, or later, they will receive the invitation to accept Jesus, who is the Only One that gives the joy, peace, and patience, we manifested.

Prayer Is Our Spiritual Lifeline to Jesus Christ, Our Heavenly Intercessor: Every day, we must fight the good fight of faith on our knees.

We always need to take the time to pray, meditate, and reflect deeply on the Life of Christ and His sacrificial gift on Calvary’s Cross. Only Jesus’ strength can empower us to rise above life’s continuous stressors and daily challenges.

Alone, in secret prayer, we talk to Christ as if He is our Best Friend, with honor, respect, and genuine words that express our consistent need for Him, and His spiritual blessings.

“Lord, today, keep me anchored by revealing Your plans for my life. Guide my words, actions, and  decisions and give me the opportunity to reveal Your Love to others… .”

The foundation of this prayer reveals our willingness to surrender in faith to God’s Will and Plans and our desire to witness Jesus’ Everlasting Love.

“I have loved you with an everlasting love; Therefore with lovingkindness I have drawn you and continued My faithfulness to you.” (Jeremiah 31:3, Amplified Bible).

“Lord God, today, we ask for forgiveness of our sins. Thank you for sustaining our lives with spiritual and material blessings that we often take for granted. We surrender to follow and obey our Shepherd, Jesus Christ. Lord, keep us anchored by revealing Your Will for our lives, giving us the wisdom and strength to complete Your perfect plans. Guide us in our decisions and provide us with the opportunity to reveal Your Love to others. Lord, as your Sons and Daughters, we love You and bow to Your Sovereign Authority because You are our Holy Father. In faith, we ask this prayer in the Loving and Righteous Name of Jesus, Amen.

© 2026 STEPS 2 Success With Spiritual Solutions Ministry

In Need? Ask God First

Last year, I listened to a sermon that changed the way I respond to my challenges. Usually, our first response is to share our distress with our family or friends, asking for help and emotional support.

But the pastor stated, “Go to God first, pray, ask for His help, and also ask for the strength to endure the hardship. Asking God builds our faith and trust in Him, and gives God the opportunity to use His supernatural power to give us a miraculous outcome, bringing glory and honor to His Holy Name.”

“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16, ESV).

Nothing is a surprise to God, who knows every trial and adversity we will face. Yes, God already knows exactly what we need; but God is not intrusive, He waits for us to use our faith to ask Him for help

God’s Promise: “I will answer them before they even call to me. While they are still talking about their needs, I will go ahead and answer their prayers!” (Isaiah 65:24, NLT).

Last Thursday, I faced a dilemma and immediately prayed for God’s help. On Monday, God answered my prayer by blessing me with more than I asked for. I am so thankful that I obeyed the pastor’s advice and did not tell anyone about my situation.

My prayer: Lord God, nothing comes as a surprise to You. You know the situation that I am facing and You also know that I can do nothing to resolve it. Lord, I need your help, and Your guidance, so I will know what You want me to do. Thank You for helping me. In Jesus’ Righteous Name, Amen.”

King Jehosaphat’s Prayer: 2 Chronicles 20

When King Jehosaphat faced three enemy armies, he knew that it was impossible for them to win; yet, the words of his prayer teach us how to approach our Loving and Powerful God, who cares about every detail of Our lives.

“Our God…For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.” (2 Chronicles 20:12, NIV).

King David proclaimed: “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him. The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are attentive to their cry; The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; He delivers them from all their troubles.” (Psalm 34:8, 15, 17, NIV). Amen!

For every challenge, if we use our faith to believe that God will answer our prayers, the Holy Spirit will comfort, strengthen, and give us courage as we wait for God’s Divine Intervention.

“Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord! (Psalm 27:14).

Lord God, we thank You for reminding us that You care about every aspect of our lives. And if we ask You for help, and believe that You will help us then You will give us the perfect solution and a victorious outcome. Lord, we thank You for Your unconditional love and ask this prayer in the Worthy Name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

© 2026 STEPS 2 Success With Spiritual Solutions Ministry

Representing Christ With Loving, Compassionate Christian Characters

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.” (1 Corinthians 13:4-5, NIV).

From studying the Life of Christ, the one characteristic that was always present in His character was one of compassion.

“Soon afterward, Jesus went to a town called Nain, and his disciples and a large crowd went along with him. As He approached the town gate, a dead person was being carried out—the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. And a large crowd from the town was with her. When the Lord saw her, His heart went out to her and he said, ‘Don’t cry…'”

“Then He went up and touched the bier they were carrying him on, and the bearers stood still. He said, ‘Young man, I say to you, get up!’ The dead man sat up and began to talk, and Jesus gave him back to his mother.” (Luke 7: 11-15, NIV).

[bier: a simple wooden frame used to carry the dead to the grave, essentially a portable bed for the corpse, rather than a modern enclosed coffin].

How can we demonstrate the love and compassion of Christ to others? We must possess the Righteous Character traits of Christ.

  1. “…and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing.” (1 Corinthians 13:3, NIV).
  2. “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” (Galatians 5: 22-23).
  3. “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:23, NIV).

“‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.'” (1 Corinthians 13:37-38).

Unconditional Love is the spiritual foundation necessary for the Holy Spirit to change our stony hearts [Ezekiel 36:26] into a loving heart filled with the Fruit of the Spirit.

In Jeremiah 17:9, God tells us the condition of every human heart. Although we would like to think that our hearts are naturally good, God tells us the hearts we inherited are not good.

“And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart.” (Ezekiel 36:26, NLT).

Through our willingness to cooperate with the Holy Spirit, our hearts can be changed into the heart of Christ.

“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” (Matthew 5:7-8, NIV).

Bible Study: Matthew 5

Lord God, we ask you to cleanse our hearts from all unloving behaviors and unrighteous traits. We desire to have hearts filled with Your unconditional love. We ask for new hearts that love You and love others. We need Your Divine Help and Strength because we cannot change ourselves. Lord, we love You and thank You for hearing and answering our prayer that we ask in faith and in the Righteous Name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

© 2026 STEPS 2 Success with Spiritual Solutions Ministry and Blessings

Worship: A Time for Mental Peace, Emotional Healing, Physical Rest, and Spiritual Restoration

“Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.'” (Matthew 11:28, NLT).

Overwhelming daily to-do lists combined with the unknown obstacles that occur throughout our day places a taxing effort on our mental, emotional, and physical health.

In fact, the busyness and distractions are preventing us from worshiping God every day through prayer and Bible Study, but God’s expectations have not changed. We were created to worship God seven days a week.

God’s Call to Worship and Obedience

“Oh come, let us worship and bow down; Let us kneel before the Lord our Maker. For He is our God, And we are the people of His pasture, And the sheep of His hand.” (Psalm 95:6-7).

Without daily personal worship, we are disconnected from Christ, which forces us to live according to our own thoughts, resulting in a state of disobedience.

Cain, and Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, and the men in Athens who only expressed belief in “The Unknown God” reveal that God rejects worship from those with disobedient hearts, and those who worship false pagan deities.

Disobedience is rebellion against God, and separates us from a Holy and Righteous God. Disobeying God places the believer on the same spiritual status as an unbeliever.

Obedience to God Is Worship

Because of God’s love and His desire for us to spend intentional time with Him, our Heavenly Father blessed us with 24 hours to redirect our focus from the vicissitudes of life to focus on His Faithfulness.

Yes, God has provided a Spiritual Sabbatical of 24 hours to escape life’s relentless schedules and responsibilities, and to receive a complete Spiritual Restoration of our mind, body, and soul.

“Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord your God. In it you shall do no work…” (Exodus 20:8-10).

Because we honor God’s Commandment of not taking care of routine matters on the Sabbath, God blesses us with peace, joy, happiness, knowledge, wisdom, restoration, and spiritual healing.

The Sabbath protects us from the devastating impact on one’s health from life’s continuous stressors, still, we enjoy another benefit, a worry-free mind. 

David reiterates God’s faithfulness to the righteous: “I was young and now I am old, yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging for bread.” (Psalm 37:5).

In Matthew chapter 6, Jesus tells us not to worry about tomorrow, and from our obedience, we have the assurance that Jesus is Faithful: He promises to provide for us, and He does.

Yes, for our obedience, we also receive many rewards for honoring God’s Moral Law. From spending time in His presence every day, and engaging in Sabbath worship, our faith and confidence in God strengthens.

The Holy Spirit gives us the spiritual wisdom to receive a deeper understanding of the Holy Scriptures, which empowers us to perceive life through spiritual eyes.

Sanctification is the lifelong spiritual process of growth and transformation.

Because our focus is spiritual, during the Sabbath hours, the transforming power of the Holy Spirit works on molding our characters into the Righteous Character of Christ [Study Galatians 5:22-23].

Not only are we blessed with an optimal level of spiritual health and wellness, studies prove that Sabbath keepers enjoy a higher level of mental, emotional, and physical wellness, do not experience premature aging, and enjoy longevity.

Obedience to God is rewarded by God, who blesses those who keep His Commandments with continuous spiritual prosperity, guidance, protection, wisdom, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.

Creation Sabbath was established by God for humanity [Genesis, Chapters 1-2]. Adam and Eve were the first human beings who enjoyed the first Sabbath hours of worship with God, the Father, God, Jesus, the Son, and the angels.

The Bible does not explain to us how the joint Sabbath worship occurred between Adam and Eve, God, Jesus, and the angels. We can only imagine the beauty of worshiping God face-to-face as Adam and Eve did before they sinned.

Jesus Says: “Blessed are those who do His commandments, that they may have the right to the tree of life, and may enter through the gates into the city.” (Revelation 22:14).

“And it shall come to pass That from one New Moon to another, And from one Sabbath to another, All flesh shall come to worship before Me,’ says the LORD.” (Isaiah 66:23).

Throughout eternity, God will continue the observance of the Holy Sabbath, a time of rejoicing because the righteous will be home at last.

And after the 1,000 years following Jesus’ Second Coming, our Triumphant King will destroy Satan, those who chose to follow The Great Deceiver, and this present Earth.

“Then He who sat on the throne said, ‘Behold, I make all things new.’ And He said to me, ‘Write, for these words are true and faithful.'” (revelation 21:5).

Our Lord, Savior, and King will create the New Heaven and New Earth for the faithful, obedient believers who [in their earthly lives] followed Christ, and lived a sacrificial life of self-denial, guided by the Holy Spirit. Yes and Amen!

Lord God we thank You for Your amazing love and faithfulness. And we thank You for the blessing of the Holy Sabbath, a time of worship, spiritual enlightenment, and the renewal of our mental, emotional, and physical health. We look forward to the time when we will praise and worship You face-to-face for eternity. In faith, we ask this prayer in the Worthy Name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

© 2025 STEPS 2 Success with Spiritual Solutions Ministry

End 2025 and Begin 2026 In Victory!

“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11, NKJV)

Modern Biblical translation: “For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'” (Jeremiah 29:11, NIV).

“In Hebrew, tsalach (צָלַח) means to prosper, succeed, advance, break through, or flourish, often implying overcoming obstacles or moving forward mightily, not financial gain, but spiritual and personal progress, like Joseph in the Bible, signifying God’s empowering presence leading to success and flourishing.”

“The Greek word translated as ‘prosper’ is euodoutai, which means to progress, to develop in a positive way, to have a good journey, to go well.”

“A prospering soul is spiritually healthy, growing in faith, and aligning with God’s truth. For a soul to prosper implies a developing spiritual walk marked by integrity, peace, joy, and a deepening relationship with God.”

Truthfully, like the Israelites in Egypt, many of today’s Christians have embraced the pagan beliefs of our counterparts, and we associate the word “prosperity” with [$$$] wealth, materialism, and elevated social status.

The Prosperity Message is a false teaching that emphasizes the acquisition of wealth, material possessions, and success, yet it is not in alignment with God’s teachings of Holy Scripture.

We know who [Satan] developed this false, but highly effective message that continues to deceive and distract many Believers from being loyal to God by redirecting their focus to acquiring earthly treasures.

The fall of Adam and Eve proves that we are never satisfied with God’s blessings. Satan knows the condition of the human heart; we always desire more than what we have.

Jesus’ Command Protects Us: “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven…For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:19-21).

After Jesus completed His fast of 40 days in the wilderness, Satan’s third temptation to Christ was based on wealth and success: Jesus’ Response to Satan Clarifies God’s Righteous Principles on Materialism.

The Temptation: “Again, the devil took Him to a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. ‘All this I will give you,’ he said, ‘if you will bow down and worship me.'”

Jesus Used the Sword, The Word of God, and Satan Left: “Jesus said to him, ‘Away from me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.’ “Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended Him.” (Matthew 4:8-11, NIV).

We have given Satan the advantage over us because we do not know or understand who we are through Christ Jesus. We are the Sons and Daughters of God who will inherit the Crown of Life—Immortality in the New Heaven and New Earth. Yes, Salvation is free, but Eternal Life is a reward for our faithful obedience and spiritual works [Revelation 22:12].

Our Identity: “Then God said, ‘Let Us make mankind in Our image, according to Our likeness…” (Genesis 1:26); “For He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless in His presence.” (Ephesians 1:4)

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light…” (1 Peter 2:9).

“You made them a little lower than the angels; you crowned them with glory and honor and put everything under their feet.” (Psalm 8:5-6). When Christ created Adam, He gave Adam Dominion—Rulership over the Planet Earth.

Adam sinned, lost dominion, which Satan gained; but when Jesus said, “It is finished!” On Calvary’s Cross, our Triumphant King not only completed the Plan of Redemption, but He gained dominion over the Earth! Hallelujah and Amen! Study Revelation 19 to learn the end of the story.

Jesus Gives Us Insight Into the Future: The Sadducees did not believe in the resurrection, so they attempted to challenge Jesus: “In the resurrection, then, whose wife will she be of the seven? For all of them were married to her. Jesus answered, ‘You are mistaken because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God. In the resurrection, people will neither marry nor be given in marriage. Instead, they will be like the angels in heaven…” (Matthew 22:28-30).

“How you are fallen from heaven, O Lucifer…For you have said in your heart:
‘I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God…I will be like the Most High.” (Isaiah 14:12-14).

Satan’s temptations are effective for two reasons: 1. We do not understand Satan’s diabolical mind. Christ created Lucifer with superior intelligence, and we forget that Satan is a fallen angel that possesses intellect and wisdom beyond and above human intellect.

2. “My people perish for lack of knowledge. (Hosea 4:6). Satan has an advantage over most Believers: He knows the Holy Scriptures, and he also knows that we do not study the Bible, which makes us easy prey for this Predator of human souls.

Satan is not Omniscient; he cannot read our minds or thoughts, but from observing our lifestyles, if we are disloyal and disobedient, we easily reveal our true spiritual status with God.

Sadly, from our refusal to study the Bible that God has given to empower and guide us, Satan is overly confident that his temptations will make us fall.

“Be sober [well balanced and self-disciplined], be alert and cautious at all times. That enemy of yours, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion [fiercely hungry], seeking someone to devour.” (1 Peter 5:8).

And the roaring lion’s temptations will continue to bombard the Christian Community because we desire the same lifestyle as unbelievers, who live to gain prosperity on an Earth that will be destroyed.

“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.” (Ephesians 6:12-13).

Brothers and Sisters, The Great Controversy of Good and Evil is a Spiritual War between Christ and Satan. We are Satan’s target! He is after our souls, and it’s time for us to stop chasing our desires and pledge our Allegiance to the Most High and Holy God!

Jesus, Our Mighty Warrior’s Plan:

1. “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” (Ephesians 6:10-11).

2. “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Romans 12:1-2, NIV).

God’s plan is to give us a perfect eternity with Him, in the New Heaven and New Earth, which requires the commitment to live a sacrificial life.

“As Jesus went on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax booth. ‘Follow Me,’ He told him, and Matthew got up and followed Him.” (Matthew 9:9, BSB).

When we accepted Christ as our personal Savior, like Matthew, we became Jesus’ disciples, who dedicated ourselves to following our Faithful Shepherd with love, loyalty, and obedience.

Have this conversation with yourself: “Do I believe that Jesus loves me?” “Do I believe that God is interested in my personal struggles?” “Do I believe that God will help me live as a Victorious Overcomer?”

A heart overflowing with love for Jesus is revealed through a lifestyle of daily surrender, faithful obedience, seeking guidance in prayer, and studying the Holy Scriptures. Church attendance is good, but once-a-week worship cannot give the Spiritual Nourishment and Power that daily personal worship provides.

Being a soldier in God’s Army requires total commitment. Every day, we separate ourselves from others to worship God privately.

A reverent atmosphere of solitude and silence is required for us to be in God’s Holy Presence, resulting in the Holy Spirit empowering us with Jesus’ Divine Wisdom, Discernment, and Spiritual Strength.

Three Promises Proclaiming God’s Faithfulness

  • “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9).
  • “Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16).
  • “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (Matthew 28:20).

Brothers and Sisters, All or Nothing is required to love Christ. Do not give up your eternal inheritance for this earth’s temporary trinkets. Peace and Blessings.

Bible Study: Ephesians 6, Revelation 19-22

Lord God, we have come to our senses, knowing that we desperately need You to overcome the internal conflict of our desires and the external opposition of temptations. We confess that we have not loved You as You deserve, and for this we ask for forgiveness. Lord, we ask you to cleanse us from all unrighteousness, fill us with your Holy Spirit, and teach us how to think, speak, and live holy. In faith, we ask this prayer for strength and restoration in the loving and Powerful Name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

© 2025 STEPS 2 Success with Spiritual Solutions Ministry

God Is the Help to Those Who Seek Him

I will lift up my eyes to the hills—
From whence comes my help?
2 My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth.

3 He will not allow your foot to be moved;
He who keeps you will not slumber.
4 Behold, He who keeps Israel
Shall neither slumber nor sleep.

5 The Lord is your keeper;
The Lord is your shade at your right hand.
6 The sun shall not strike you by day,
Nor the moon by night.

7 The Lord shall preserve you from all evil;
He shall preserve your soul.
8 The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in From this time forth, and even forevermore.

“The psalmist affirmed, ‘The LORD is your keeper; the LORD is your shade on your right hand. The sun shall not strike you by day, nor the moon by night” (Psalm 121:5–6).

“No matter what we face, day or night, the Lord stands over us as a protective shield. Through every trial and storm, God is our constant shelter and refuge (Psalm 46:1; 91:1; Proverbs 18:10). Our good and loving Lord will protect us from every evil (Psalm 121:7).”

“If a believer should ask you, ‘Where does my help come from?’ You can offer them this remarkable assurance: At all times, no matter where you go, and for as long as you live, the Bible declares, ‘Your help comes from the Lord!’ ” (Psalm 121:8).

Lord God, we thank you for giving us the Holy Scriptures that reveal Your overwhelming love for us and Your desire for us to put You first in our lives. We commit to living a consecrated life, dedicated to following Christ, our Savior, Redeemer, Protector, and Triumphant King who is coming soon. In faith, we ask this prayer in the Righteous Name of Jesus, Amen.

© 2025 STEPS 2 Success with Spiritual Solutions Ministry

Trust in God’s Plan

“Do not be wise in your own eyes.” (Proverbs 3:7).

The best decision I made in 2025 was to stop thinking my own thoughts and go to God in Prayer regarding every aspect of my life. At first, I experienced ambivalent feelings that I really had to pray through, but as I started studying the Bible more, and verbalized every day, “God loves me, and I began really trusting Him with my life!” Yes and Amen!

Because we face so many distractions, we may not take the time to engage daily in personal worship with God. But praying and studying the Bible invites the Holy Spirit to strengthen us. Not only does our knowledge increase, we also learn God’s Loving Character and Sovereign Power, and Christ showers us with his comfort and peace.

We will never regret becoming fully dependent on God who tells us, I have loved you with an everlasting love. Give God the opportunity to reveal His love as your Heavenly Father. Peace and Blessings

Bible Study: The Book of Exodus, which reveals God Ultimate Authority, and Miraculous Power.

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