Rhapsody of Realities 17th September 2024 Daily Devotional By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (Christ Embassy) is The “LALIA” Of Christ
TOPIC: The “LALIA” Of Christ (Rhapsody of Realities for Today 17th September 2024 Tuesday Daily Devotional)
📅 Tuesday 17th OF SEPTEMBER 2024
Why do ye not understand my speech? even because ye cannot hear my word (John 8:43).
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Rhapsody of Realities 17th September 2024
Pst Chris says
Two words used in our opening verse may seem synonymous, but they have striking differences. They’re “speech” (Greek: “Lalia”) and “word” (Greek: “Logos”).”Logos”is the general term for “Word.” The Bible says, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God”(John 1:1).
“Logos” encompasses speech, idea, thought, and message;it is the substance of a message. John 1:14 tells us that the Word or “Logos” of God became flesh, and that’s Jesus Christ. All of God’s thoughts, ideas, and opinions, are encapsulated in Him.
“Lalia,” on the other hand, describes a mode of speech; it’s the way you say what you say. This can be by gesticulations,semasiological communication, dialects or pronunciations. Jesus said to the pharisees and the Jews as they questioned His words, “Why do ye not understand my speech? even because ye cannot hear my word” (John 8:43). They didn’t understand His communication (“Lalia”) because they couldn’t comprehend His message (“Logos”).
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An example is found in John 11:11-14 when He said to His disciples,”…Our friend Lazarus sleepeth; but I go, that I may awake him out of sleep. Then said his disciples, Lord, if he sleep, he shall do well.Howbeit Jesus spake of his death: but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep. Then said Jesus unto them plainly, Lazarus is dead.” A similar thing happened when Jesus went to the house of Jairus, whose little daughter had just died. The Bible says, “And all wept, and bewailed her: but he said, Weep not;she is not dead, but sleepeth. And they laughed him to scorn,knowing that she was dead” (Luke 8:52-53).
The people didn’t understand His “Lalia” because they couldn’t comprehend His message. If only they knew that His message stated who He was: “…I am the resurrection, and the life:he that believeth in me, though he were dead,yet shall he live”(John 11:25). As a child of God, it’s important for you to give attention to the ministry of the Word and the Holy Spirit in the house of God. That’s how you’re cultured, trained, and taught the message of Christ. That message gives you a language-the “Lalia” of Christ.
Rhapsody of Realities 17th September 2024 PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for your Word that cultures my spirit.As I grow in the Kingdom-culture of faith, it gives me a language that clearly communicates your truth and also forms in me a mindset of victory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY:
James 1:22; Matthew 13:13; John 8:43 NKJV
1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Galatians 3:1-14 & Songs of Solomon 3-5
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
1 Timothy 3:8-16 & Jeremiah 35
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Heavenly Father,
I come to You in humility and repentance, acknowledging my sins and my need for Your grace. Lord Jesus, I believe You are the Son of God, who died for my sins and rose again to give me eternal life. I confess You as my Savior and Lord.
Forgive me, cleanse me with Your precious blood, and fill me with Your Holy Spirit. I turn away from my sinful ways and open my heart to You. Take control of my life and guide me in Your truth.
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About the Rhapsody of Realities Devotional
Rhapsody of Realities 2024 Devotional was authored by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (D.Sc., D.D.), the distinguished President of Loveworld Inc., also known as Christ Embassy International.
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is a globally recognized spiritual leader whose ministry has profoundly impacted millions through his insightful teachings and unwavering commitment to the gospel.
The Rhapsody of Realities devotional offers daily spiritual nourishment and inspiration, guiding believers in their walk with Christ and deepening their understanding of God’s Word.
Loveworld Inc., under Pastor Chris’s visionary leadership, continues to spread the message of hope and salvation to every corner of the world.
Pastor Chris has declared September 2024 as the month of CONQUERORS! He emphasized the unshakeable nature of the Church, reminding everyone that God’s people are destined for triumph. Referencing 1 John 5:4, he highlighted that those who are born of God overcome the world. “This month, we’re standing up and declaring the victory of Christ over all satanic forces, subduing and taming them,” Pastor Chris stated, urging the faithful to rise and make their voices heard in Heaven and on Earth.
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