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THE LION OF JUDAH poem devotional

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November 11________________________________________
Stop weeping! Look, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the heir to David’s throne, has won the victory. Revelations 5:4-5(NLT)
THE LION OF JUDAH
A poem and essay by ILMA
Stop weeping all you people of God
Focus your eyes on Jesus Christ
He is the lion of Judah, a God of love
He is the giver of light and life.
Jesus was the heir to David’s throne
His kingdom goes beyond the whole world
He has won the battle against evil
He died for us so we will win over the devil.
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The biblical Judah (in Hebrew: Yehuda) is the original name of the Tribe of Judah, which is traditionally symbolized by a lion. In Genesis, the patriarch Jacob (“Israel”) gave that symbol to this tribe when he refers to his son Judah as a Gur Aryeh -Young Lion” (Genesis 49:9) when blessing him. In Jewish naming tradition the Hebrew name and the substitute name are often combined as a pair, as in this case. The Lion of Judah was used as a Jewish symbol for many years, and as Jerusalem was the capital of the Kingdom of Judah, in 1950 it was included in the Emblem of Jerusalem. This was sourced from Wikipedia.
The Lion of Judah, who is our Lord Jesus Christ is the one who won the battle for us. He saved all of mankind by dying on the cross for us.
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PRAYER
Thank you for dying for us and saving us all Lord Jesus.
REFLECTION
How has Jesus manifested the victory over evil in your life?
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WHEN YOU SUFFER FOR CHRIST Poem Devotional

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June 17________________________________________
So then, since Christ suffered physical pain, you must arm yourselves with the same attitude he had, and be ready to suffer, too. For if you have suffered physically for Christ, you have finished with sin. – 1 Peter 4:1(NLT)
WHEN YOU SUFFER FOR CHRIST
A poem and essay by ILMA
When you accepted Jesus as your Savior
You ought to follow him and be ready to suffer
Your Lord suffered physical pain to save you
He gave you the chance to be born again and new.
When you suffer for Christ, you discern his great love
He gave up his own life so you can be above
Rejoice when you hurt for He will lift you up
Embrace endurance and you will be built up.
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Our world advocates comfort and quick fixes. We are not taught to endure. We do not know how to delay gratification. Media has bombarded us with advertisements that do not advocate patience. Every product has to deliver quick services. This is why our youth do not have the patience to wait or postpone enjoyment. We are all like children having a tantrum fit if we don’t get what we want right away.
The bible tells us the importance of suffering for Christ. Jesus died on the cross to clear us of sin and he suffered a great deal before he actually died on the cross. Suffering leads to endurance which brings growth.________________________________________
PRAYER
Lord, thank you that you suffered for me.
REFLECTION
How can a believer rejoice when they are suffering?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

THE KING THAT HAD NOTHING Poem Devotional

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December 25________________________________________
She gave birth to her first child, a son. She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no lodging available for them. – Luke 2:7(NLT)
THE KING THAT HAD NOTHING
A poem and essay by ILMA
He was a king but born in a manger
He wasn’t at a home but with many strangers
He was wrapped in strips of cloth and have no bed
There was no proper place for him to stay and rest.
Though this king had no earthly wealth to boast
He still owns everything from coast to coast
All things in this world and in heaven came from Him
He is all powerful and mighty and will free us from sin.
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The birth of Jesus was a very silent yet powerful event for all mankind. Whether some accept it or not, it still doesn’t take away the fact that God sent Jesus among us, humans. There is no other person in history that could surpass all the miracles that he did during his life. It has been thousands of years ago, and yet, they haven’t stopped digging evidences the Jesus was the Son of God.
God has a big sense of humor. When he sent a king to be born on earth with nothing, that is a big statement that man’s limited mind can’t fathom. Jesus was born without a home and wrapped in strips of cloth.
PRAYER
Lord, help me to always open my hearts door for you to come in.
REFLECTION
How have you closed your heart’s door to Jesus lately?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

ON ANGELS Poem Devotional

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August 11
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And God never said to any of the angels,” Sin the place of honor at my right hand until I humble your enemies, making them a footstool under your feet.” Therefore, angels are only servants-spirits sent to care for people who will inherit salvation.
– Hebrews1:13-14(NLT)
ON ANGELS
A poem and essay by ILMA
Do you believe that God created angels for a reason?
They were made to serve God’s plan for salvation
Like us, we are made to be servants for God’s kingdom
They were created so we can continue to live in freedom.
Angels don’t have the place of honor that God gave his Son
Only Jesus can free us from bondage and let the devil run
Don’t put angels on a pedestal as you would Jesus Christ
Their purpose is to protect and to help us win the fight.
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In the 80’s angels were a “craze” in my country of origin. I got into this fad myself. I collected angel statues and sculptures. I even prayed to them and taught my son to do so. There is a prayer for angels which goes like “Angel of God, my guardian dear. To whom his love commits me here. Ever this day be at my side, to light and guard, to rule and guide. Amen.”
The bible says we should only pray to God the father, Jesus and to the Holy Spirit. Anything other than them is idolatry.
PRAYER
Lord, thank you for angels who protect us.
REFLECTION
Why do you think we are cautioned not to put angels at par with Jesus?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

COVENANT MEDIATOR Poem Devotional

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February 18________________________________________
You have come to Jesus, the one who mediates the new covenant between God and people and to the sprinkled blood which speaks of forgiveness. -Hebrews 12:24(NLT)
COVENANT MEDIATOR
A poem and essay by ILMA
Do you know anyone who can go between God and man?
Jesus is the only one who can mediate for all of us, humans
Christ is appointed by God to be the only way to come to him
It is by his sprinkled blood that we are forgiven and redeemed.
The Son of God is the covenant mediator who unites us all
He is the only ticket for us to break off from Adam and Eve’s fall
If you follow the only begotten son of God, you will be forgiven
You will definitely have your names registered for a spot in heaven.
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There are many ways that the world offer to many unbelievers how they can be guaranteed a better life. Many people get stuck in this temporary world and do not know that it is just a break in the journey or a stopover. It is not really the final destination yet. For these reasons, many of us get stuck on possessions, relationships, power, fame, etc. The bible says that if you have come to Jesus, he will mediate the covenant between God and his people through his blood on the cross. It is the only way we will be forgiven.
PRAYER
Lord, thank you for keeping me focused on your final destination.
REFLECTION
What can derail us from reaching the kingdom of God?
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For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

MADE RIGHT BY CHRIST’S BLOOD Poem Devotional

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February 12________________________________________
For God presented Jesus as the sacrifice for sin. People are made right with God when they believed that Jesus sacrificed his life, shedding his blood. – Romans 3:25(NLT)
MADE RIGHT BY CHRIST’S BLOOD
A poem and essay by ILMA
How can man resist’s his natural tendency to be wicked?
Why do we usually want to do what is restricted?
Is it doing good works that makes one overcome evil?
Or is it fighting and arguing openly with the devil?
God sent Jesus as a sacrifice for our sins and transgressions
His blood erased our offenses and brought us close to salvation
People are made right with God when we believe in Christ’s blood
Why don’t you turn away from sin, obey and seek only God?
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In the beginning, Adam and Eve had everything they ever wanted. Their life was very easy. They didn’t have to work hard. God provided everything that they could ever want or imagine. They were given all the animals to dominate and were provided trees and plants to get their nourishment. When they disobeyed God’s prohibition with the tree of good and evil, their lives changed. They became impure and guilt and shame began to fill their hearts. We all inherited that shame, guilt and impurity.
The bible tells us that we can only be made right by the blood of Jesus because his sacrifice on the cross was the perfect example of unconditional love.
PRAYER
Lord, let me learn to “let go” of shame and guilt.
REFLECTION
How has Christ’s blood cleansed you of shame and guilt?

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For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

GLORIOUS SON OF GOD Poem Devotional

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December 24________________________________________
So the word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.
– John 1:14(NLT)
GLORIOUS SON OF GOD
A poem and essay by ILMA
When Christ was born, the word became human
God wanted to free and save the entire mankind
He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness
He wants us all to soak in his light and righteousness.
We can be thankful for the glorious Son of God
Let us remember to worship and give him laud
There is no other god who can surpass his glory
Jesus is the only Lord, the Savior and the Almighty.
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On the day Christ was born, the promise of salvation was fulfilled. God loved us so much that he sacrificed his son so we can be free from sin and start anew. I didn’t grow up in a family who read the bible. We had one, but it was so sacred that my mother put it on a place only to be looked at and never touched. It is ironic because God wants us to be moved by this Holy book and he wants us to follow it so we can reap his promises.
We were promised a Savior. John’s book focused on the “word” which became human and made his home amongst us. The birth of Christ is the fulfilled promise.
PRAYER
How can you bring more glory to the Lord this season?
REFLECTION
Share a time when you experienced the Son of God’s glory.
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For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

SON OF GOD Poem Devotional

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November 21
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The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the baby to be born will be holy and he will be called the Son of God. –Luke 1:35(NLT)
SON OF GOD
A poem by ILMA
A virgin mother will give birth to the promised Savior
She will conceive a baby because God gave him favor
The power of the most high will overshadow humanity
This child will be the Son of God and will have all the glory.
When Christ was born, the Star in Bethlehem shone so bright
It led the kings to give honor to Mary’s child, Jesus Christ
The Holy Spirit protected the Son of God from danger
They ensured that he is warm in swaddled cloths in the manger.
He was the king of kings but chose to be born in a feeding trough
He had a life full of ridicule, rejection and was very rough
Why did God choose ordinary people to bring Jesus in the world?
He wants to show his power in weakness and through his word.
As we remember the Son of God born in humble origin
Let us follow his example; reject wickedness and sin
Christmas is the day the Son of God was given to us sinners
It is the day to proclaim God’s majesty and be a true believer.
PRAYER
Lord, use me to proclaim your glory by humility this season of love.
REFLECTION
How can we illumine the darkness in this world this Christmas?
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For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

IN JESUS poem devotional

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June 20________________________________________
Here on earth, you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world. –John 16:33 (NLT)
IN JESUS
A poem and essay by ILMA
Are you experiencing challenges and suffering?
Is there a trial that you are currently undergoing?
Here on earth, you will have sorrows and pain
Don’t give up; believe in Christ and you will gain
He came and lived like you to overcome this world
He summons you to seek God and be in the word
In Jesus, you can have victory over the enemy
In Christ, you will find light and life through eternity.
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I lived for over four decades of my life thinking that I am the only one who can make my dreams and ambitions possible. I had no clue that I was never in control because it is only my creator who has the say in all that happens to me. The great thing about God is that he gave us “free will” and we can either use it for his glory or for our own selfish gains. When we use this gift of choice for our own purpose, we bear the consequence of that selfishness. When it is used to bring his kingdom glory, we reap a harvest of blessings and joy in our lives. The bible says we will have trials and sorrows here on earth, but if we do everything in Christ, we will overcome the world.
PRAYER
Lord, let me only serve you.
REFLECTION
What have you overcome in life when you did it in Jesus’ name?
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For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

CHRIST, ANTIDOTE TO DEATH Poem Devotional

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December 5                                                                   The Power of God’s Word
That is why I said that you will die in your sins; for unless you believe that I am who I claim to be, you will die in your sins.. – John 8:24 (NLT)
CHRIST, ANTIDOTE TO DEATH
A poem and essay by ILMA
Does unforgiveness rule your heart?
Give it up for it will tear you apart
Do you struggle with hatred and lawlessness?
Are you still clinging to pride and stubbornness?
Christ is the only answer to your iniquities
If you believe in him, you will have victory
Have faith that he is the way, the truth and the life
If you insist on staying in darkness you will lose sight.
Many people have no clue that Christ is the only light amidst this very dark world we live in. Some people stay in their past and cannot move on to the present. They miss out so many opportunities to love others because they are consumed by their baggage.
The bible tells us that it is only in Christ that we will die to sin. In other words, only Christ can make us conquer all our sins, bad habits and strongholds that we might have inherited from past generations. Faith is essential in conquering sin. If we stay doubtful as to what the Lord can do in our lives through Christ, we are good as dead.
PRAYER
Lord, make me a loving person always.
REFLECTION
How can you overcome your weaknesses?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s Poem Devotionals, or go to www.ilmaarts.com or to receive emails of the poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com