Daily Companion  |  14 April

GOD RESTORES

RESTORED “He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. - Psalms 23:3 

From a young believer (new convert) to a general in faith (church overseer) there have been records of loss of grace and glory, and the resultant disgrace or disrespect before men and brethren. From a small loss to a colossal loss, losing a precious item or value is never a good experience. A loss of position can lead to loss of respect and honour, loss of power and privileges. Ultimately loss of value can lead to public shame and disgrace. 

Therefore, losing God’s righteousness in you and your position in God’s kingdom to sin or worldliness may lead to loss of spiritual power, respect and ultimately both physical and spiritual shame. Some losses are still reparable while some are not. Certain power and position once lost may be restored while some may not. But with God no loss is irreparable. It will therefore be a miserable thing not to ask for restoration. 

David was found to be a man after God’s heart. He was a fervent, zealous and upright man until he lost almost everything to lasciviousness. On realising his loss, he cried to God, “Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation” in one of the most penitent prayers in the Bible (Psalm 51:12). David clinged to God’s promise of total restoration. God has promised, “I have seen his ways, and will heal him; I will lead him also, and restore comforts unto him and to his mourners.” (Isaiah 57:18) Remember, when God forgives you, He also forgets all your past mistakes and sins (remember the prodigal son in Luke 15). He says, “I, even I, am he that blotteth out thy transgressions for mine own sake, and will not remember thy sins”. (Isaiah 43:25).

Dearly beloved, have you lost your first love, your honour and respect before men, demons, witches and witchcraft because of that secret or besetting sin? God says, “Come now, and let us reason together...” (Isaiah 1:18). Return to the altar. Repent in sincere penitence. Pray for restoration, so you can eventually have a testimony like David, “He restoreth my soul”. Our God is a faithful and just Father. He will pardon and restore. 

Today’s Recite:  Return, ye backsliding children, and I will heal your backslidings. Behold, we come unto thee; for thou art the LORD our God. (Jeremiah 3:22).

Today’s Morning Prayers: My heavenly Father, I thank You for the promise of restoration. Pardon my errors of the past. Restore Your grace and righteousness into my life. Restore my spiritual power and dignity. For in Jesus name I pray. Amen!

Today’s Hymn: Just As I Am

Today’s ReadMe:  1 Kings 20 - 22