"Your resume shows what you’ve done — your growth shows who you are becoming."

*RHAPSODY OF REALITIES*

_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome_

Monday, July 28th 2025

*PRAY IN TONGUES CONSISTENTLY*

*_He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church (1 Corinthians 14:4)._*

Praying in the Spirit is a powerful spiritual exercise that produces remarkable results within you. One of the things God designed to keep you healthy, sound, and strong is prayer, especially praying in the Spirit. When you speak in tongues, you edify yourself; it’s like charging a battery. Your spirit is charged, energized and strengthened, enabling you to truly serve God.

The Apostle Paul revealed something profound in Romans 1:9, saying, *_“For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son....”_* This means we serve God with our spirits. Therefore, for your spirit to function effectively, it must be charged, strengthened and continually refreshed. Praying in tongues achieves this.

The human spirit can be weak or strong. To strengthen your spirit, you must spend time praying in the Holy Ghost. As you do, your spirit is built up and fortified: *_“But you, beloved, build yourselves up [founded] on your most holy faith [make progress, rise like an edifice higher and higher], praying in the Holy Spirit”_* (Jude 1:20 AMPC).

God has His role, but you also have yours. The Holy Spirit is your Helper; He doesn’t do the work for you but works through you. Paul, in Ephesians 3:14-16 tells us, *_“For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.”_*

The term “strengthened with might” refers to being infused with miracle-working ability by the Holy Spirit in your inner man. Paul understood this truth deeply, which is why he made a remarkable statement in 1 Corinthians 14:18, *_“I thank my God, I speak with tongues more than ye all.”_* The Corinthian church was known for their enthusiasm for speaking in tongues, yet Paul stated that he spoke in tongues more than all of them.

Paul’s consistency in praying in tongues was key to his continuous progress, victories and extraordinary accomplishments. It wasn’t something he did occasionally; it was a lifestyle. If you desire consistent growth, success, and advancement, then praying in the Spirit must be something you do consistently. It’ll help you make consistent progress as you experience continuous increase in grace and victory after victory. Hallelujah!

*PRAYER*

*_Dear Father, I thank you for the blessing of praying in the Spirit through which I build up and strengthen my spirit to serve you effectively. Even now, my spirit is attuned to your guidance and direction, and I walk in perpetual victory, progress and ever-increasing grace, in Jesus’ Name. Amen._*

*FURTHER STUDY:*

*Ephesians 3:14-16 AMPC* For this reason [seeing the greatness of this plan by which you are built together in Christ], I bow my knees before the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, *15* For Whom every family in heaven and on earth is named [that Father from Whom all fatherhood takes its title and derives its name]. *16* May He grant you out of the rich treasury of His glory to be strengthened and reinforced with mighty power in the inner man by the [Holy] Spirit [Himself indwelling your innermost being and personality].

*Ephesians 6:18 NIV* And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.

*1 Corinthians 14:4 AMPC* He who speaks in a [strange] tongue edifies and improves himself, but he who prophesies [interpreting the divine will and purpose and teaching with inspiration] edifies and improves the church and promotes growth [in Christian wisdom, piety, holiness, and happiness].

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN : Romans 3:1-31 & Psalms 42-44

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN : Luke 11:37-44 & Judges 2-3

*RHAPSODY OF REALITIES*

_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome_

Monday, July 28th 2025

*PRAY IN TONGUES CONSISTENTLY*

*_He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church (1 Corinthians 14:4)._*

Praying in the Spirit is a powerful spiritual exercise that produces remarkable results within you. One of the things God designed to keep you healthy, sound, and strong is prayer, especially praying in the Spirit. When you speak in tongues, you edify yourself; it’s like charging a battery. Your spirit is charged, energized and strengthened, enabling you to truly serve God.

The Apostle Paul revealed something profound in Romans 1:9, saying, *_“For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son....”_* This means we serve God with our spirits. Therefore, for your spirit to function effectively, it must be charged, strengthened and continually refreshed. Praying in tongues achieves this.

The human spirit can be weak or strong. To strengthen your spirit, you must spend time praying in the Holy Ghost. As you do, your spirit is built up and fortified: *_“But you, beloved, build yourselves up [founded] on your most holy faith [make progress, rise like an edifice higher and higher], praying in the Holy Spirit”_* (Jude 1:20 AMPC).

God has His role, but you also have yours. The Holy Spirit is your Helper; He doesn’t do the work for you but works through you. Paul, in Ephesians 3:14-16 tells us, *_“For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.”_*

The term “strengthened with might” refers to being infused with miracle-working ability by the Holy Spirit in your inner man. Paul understood this truth deeply, which is why he made a remarkable statement in 1 Corinthians 14:18, *_“I thank my God, I speak with tongues more than ye all.”_* The Corinthian church was known for their enthusiasm for speaking in tongues, yet Paul stated that he spoke in tongues more than all of them.

Paul’s consistency in praying in tongues was key to his continuous progress, victories and extraordinary accomplishments. It wasn’t something he did occasionally; it was a lifestyle. If you desire consistent growth, success, and advancement, then praying in the Spirit must be something you do consistently. It’ll help you make consistent progress as you experience continuous increase in grace and victory after victory. Hallelujah!

*PRAYER*

*_Dear Father, I thank you for the blessing of praying in the Spirit through which I build up and strengthen my spirit to serve you effectively. Even now, my spirit is attuned to your guidance and direction, and I walk in perpetual victory, progress and ever-increasing grace, in Jesus’ Name. Amen._*

*FURTHER STUDY:*

*Ephesians 3:14-16 AMPC* For this reason [seeing the greatness of this plan by which you are built together in Christ], I bow my knees before the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, *15* For Whom every family in heaven and on earth is named [that Father from Whom all fatherhood takes its title and derives its name]. *16* May He grant you out of the rich treasury of His glory to be strengthened and reinforced with mighty power in the inner man by the [Holy] Spirit [Himself indwelling your innermost being and personality].

*Ephesians 6:18 NIV* And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.

*1 Corinthians 14:4 AMPC* He who speaks in a [strange] tongue edifies and improves himself, but he who prophesies [interpreting the divine will and purpose and teaching with inspiration] edifies and improves the church and promotes growth [in Christian wisdom, piety, holiness, and happiness].

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN : Romans 3:1-31 & Psalms 42-44

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN : Luke 11:37-44 & Judges 2-3

"You don’t always see growth while it’s happening. But it’s happening anyway."

Big sister advice I would give you, if I wasn't afraid of hurting your feelings but which I would share with you if you came for therapy

1. Growth & change both require loss. It's ok to grieve that loss too. You're constantly evolving & even the things we want come with consequences.

2. Overthinking is often decision making avoidance. There isn't a perfect choice. Choose & keep it moving.

3. You're keeping yourself stuck by repeating your limiting beliefs, waiting for the right time, & not being disciplined/ committed enough to enforce the changes you say you want to make. I'm holding your hand because change is hard. You've got this.

4. Cutting people off is often avoidance (obv not when safety is an issue).

5. Enforcing boundaries with yourself is essential work to meet your needs.

6. Be gentle with yourself. A bit of self compassion goes a long way, it's not fake or phony. It's ok to need support & have tough days too. You're not a machine, you're a human being.

7. Stop accepting blame for things that aren't your fault just to keep the peace.

8. Change in a relationship takes time & mutual effort. You can't do the work for two & keep Overextending. It's not sustainable.

9. Sleep & rest as much as you need (& your needs might change).

10. Don't down play your needs or desires- you matter too. Being low key or low maintenance is often a failure to self advocate because there were relational & emotional consequences for having needs & opinions. Raise your expectations here.

11. Feel your feelings. That's different from understanding your feelings. Feel them. Allow them.

12. Never make big decisions when you're experiencing a big emotion.

13. There is no prize for burning yourself out or achieving all the things. Overachieving is glorified in today's society - it has a cost too.

14. Stop settling for breadcrumbs. You deserve the whole cake not some a..hole who is unwilling to show up for you.

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```The very things that seem to trip us up can also be the things that propel us forward. It all depends on how we choose to perceive them. Obstacles aren't meant to halt our progress; they're opportunities for growth. Life's most captivating moments arise from the challenges we face, and it's through overcoming these hurdles that we truly find purpose. Ultimately, you have the power to shape your own destiny. You are the architect of your own future. The most valuable aspects of life are felt, not seen.```

```An inability to change one's mind is a significant obstacle to moving forward. Individuals who stubbornly cling to existing beliefs, even with new information, will inevitably stagnate.
True growth requires a willingness to re-evaluate and adapt. Resisting fresh perspectives acts as an anchor, preventing forward movement. Without the capacity for self-correction, one is destined to repeat errors. In a world constantly evolving, those unwilling to adjust are simply falling behind.```