My dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May the Lord bless you all. Take with me and read from the book of Psalms 18:29, “For by thee I have run through a troop; and by my God have I leaped over a wall.”
At times, even when we walk in truth and sincerity for the Lord, we may be pushed into an army. Though Daniel was honest before the Lord, he was thrown into the lion’s den, which represents facing a hostile force. Sometimes, when we stand for truth and fight for what is right, we may have to face hardships, such as being put in jail, experiencing some kind of trouble, or being transferred to another location. I’ve heard people say, “I don’t take bribes. Because of me, others cannot take bribes either. Because of this, they have sent me into exile, to a place where there is no water.” I’ve heard people share such struggles.
These people, walking in truth, are often pressed into difficult situations, just as Daniel was thrown into the den. But God tied the mouths of the lions, and Daniel was able to come out safely in the morning. This verse assures us, “For by thee I have run through a troop.” This means that if we go in the strength of God, we can pass through any opposing force safely. If you, too, have been fighting for truth and the good of others and have found yourself facing opposition, take heart. Today, the Lord says, “You will leap over the wall.” All those who opposed you, all those enemies, will be brought under your feet. All weapons formed against you will be canceled, and the Lord will come to your aid. As you fight for a good cause, the good Lord will support and help you. You will receive the counsel of God, and He will do great things in your life.
Today, let’s look at a powerful testimony. Since this concerns a family, I won’t mention names. A sister wrote this testimony, saying, “To seize my property, my own brother tried everything he could. He turned my son against me, taking control of him and causing me much grief and confusion. At this time, I listened to Brother Stephen’s program daily. One day, Brother Stephen shared a message, ‘The Lord who fights for His children,’ and gave a Word from Isaiah 49:25, ‘For I will contend with him that contends with you, and I will save your children.’ I held on to that verse and began to pray. By God’s grace and Brother Stephen’s prayer, my son, after a long time, spoke to me. A relative had explained to my son the sacrifices I had made for him, and his heart softened. Today, he has reunited with our family. Not only that, by the grace of God, I was able to build a house in our original place, and we have now peacefully moved in. I thank the Lord for this miracle and have sent an offering to God’s Love Ministries in gratitude.”
The sister’s own brother had tried to take her property, using her son as a tool to do so. But through prayer and God’s promise, her son returned to her, and she now has a new home. This testimony assures us that, if you are facing similar struggles in your family, the Lord will work a miracle for you as well.
Prayer: Dear Lord, we thank You. Just as You gave this auspicious word, we come before You today. Lord, in case Your children are caught in difficult situations because of their commitment to You — whether they are facing cases, debts, diseases, curses, captivity, or other hardships — may You bring them deliverance. As we heard in the testimony, Lord, restore any children who have been led astray, bringing them back to their parents. Thank You for being a God of deliverance. As You did for this sister, may You enable them to overcome every obstacle and lead them to a place of peace and prosperity. In Jesus’ name, we pray.
Amen.
My dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May the name of the Lord be glorified. Please take a moment to read with me from the book of Jeremiah 31:25: “For I have satiated the weary soul, and I have replenished every sorrowful soul.”
God says He will satisfy the weary soul, especially those who are fed up with life, pained at heart, and vexed with themselves. Ah, what is this life? Let it go. For such children who are very grieved at heart, God is going to satisfy them with perfect contentment. He will bless them in such a way that they will not need any more blessings—perfect blessings. Perfect means complete blessings. Today, the Lord will give such perfect blessings. Not only that, but He will fill the weary heart. Those who are suffering from burdens, pain, and agony, vexed in life and living in tears, God is going to fill every soul with fresh anointing. He will fill you with powerful gifts of the Holy Spirit. He will fill you with a spirit of prayer. You shall pray and pray and receive all that you need from God.
The gifts of the Spirit will work through your grown-up children, and they will see visions. Your grown-up children will prophesy, and the elderly in your house will see dreams. God will be with you and do great things. God will bless you with perfect blessings. Whether it is your education, marriage settlement, the gift of a child, or ministry—whatever it may be, God is going to grant you perfect blessings and bless you.
Now we are going to listen to a testimony, and then we will pray. Praise the Lord. The testimony is from Rajan Chelladurai, Sri Lanka: “I have been continuously asking Brother Stephen to pray for my son, Brain. I have been sending my prayer request through email. Brother had prayed and given an auspicious word, which was both encouraging and comforting to me. By the grace of God and the intercessory prayer of Brother Stephen, God did a miracle in the life of my son. Firstly, my son Brain secured a good job in the Bahamas with a good package. My second son’s uncle and aunt made arrangements for his food and accommodation. The third son was able to sell his car for a good price, and it was purchased by a wealthy person. God helped him sell the car smoothly.
So you see how he has shared three testimonies in a single letter. In the same manner, God will perform miracles for you and your children.
PRAYER:
Dear Lord, we thank You. We thank You for this good morning time. Lord, just as You have said in the auspicious word, I pray You command perfect blessings upon them in their lives. Lord, firstly, bind their broken hearts. Comfort them. The word of God says that the Lord will show comfort to Zion. I pray that the Lord will comfort Your children. We thank You for rising up and comforting Your children. We thank You, we thank You. Lord, we thank You for granting perfect blessings—wealth, a house, a grove, a garden, vehicles, and good life partners. I pray that You will bless all the children by giving them all these things. Break down all the barriers. As per this verse, You said that You will fill all the weary souls and fill all the empty vessels. God will do great things.
In Jesus’ name, we pray.
Amen.
My dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May the name of the Lord be glorified. Let us read from the book of Isaiah 41:15:
“See, I will make you into a threshing sledge, new and sharp, with many teeth. You will thresh the mountains and crush them and reduce the hills to chaff.”
To thresh or separate the grains, you need a sharp threshing sledge with pointed teeth. A dull knife struggles to cut; it won’t cut smoothly and might slip, causing frustration. But when a knife is sharpened on the edge of a rough stone, it can cut even a large fish effortlessly, including its bones and thorns. It is a blessing to work with a sharp tool that accomplishes its purpose smoothly.
My dear children of God, in the same way, if you are feeling blunt—whether in your thoughts, actions, or sensitivity—God is saying today that He will make you a sharp, new threshing instrument, with many teeth, ready to complete your tasks. Be it a ministry, studies, or work, God is equipping you to perform effectively, with knowledge, sharp thoughts, and hands and feet that operate efficiently. He will do miracles in your life so that you can be sharp in all areas.
Children of God should always be sharp, and discerning, to avoid being deceived. Whenever you are faced with choices, commit them to prayer and examine if they align with God’s word before proceeding. People should see that you act with wisdom, only after seeking God’s guidance. Today, God is giving you a sharp mind, a sharp anointing, and the grace to think, speak, and act with clarity and purpose.
Testimony:
We will now hear a testimony from M.S.P. Stella:
“Praise the Lord! I have been attending the ‘Anbarin Padathil Ooru Naal’ meetings for the past three years. My marriage was delayed for nearly ten years. Despite my parents’ efforts, no suitable match came through. I sent a prayer request via email to Brother Stephen, who prayed and sent me a Bible verse in response. Soon after, a proposal arrived. I sent another email to Brother Stephen, who prayed and blessed me with an auspicious word. By the grace of God, I met a suitable partner. The family visited, approved, and accepted me. After ten years of waiting, God removed all barriers, and the wedding happened beautifully.”
This testimony shows the power of God’s word and prayer. When we hold onto God’s word and pray, miracles unfold. God sent His word, and it brought healing and deliverance.
Prayer:
Dear Lord, we thank You. You have promised, “I will make you into a threshing sledge, new and sharp, with many teeth. You will thresh the mountains and crush them and reduce the hills to chaff.” As per this word, let miracles happen in the lives of Your children. I bless them from the depths of my heart. Let all barriers be broken, and let marriages take place. Let good and auspicious events happen in their families. May the glory of God be revealed openly in their lives. Lord, break every bondage in their bodies, remove barriers to marriage, grant the gift of the womb, and pave the way for securing jobs. Lord, go before them and make their paths straight.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray.
Amen.
My dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May the name of the Lord be glorified. Let’s read together from the book of Psalm 72:12: “For He shall deliver the needy when he cries, the poor also, and him that hath no helper.”
My dear brothers and sisters, today, if you are poor and needy, just an ordinary poor person, and you approach someone for help, they might ignore you. They may pretend not to hear you. Some will disregard you completely. They won’t consider you as a person of worth. They might think, “What difference does it make if this person calls out to us?” And so, they keep going. But God is not like that. “For He shall deliver the needy when he cries, the poor also, and him that hath no helper.”
In the past, the blind man Bartimaeus cried out to Jesus. Jesus was ready to help him, but those nearby tried to silence him, telling him not to disturb Jesus. They attempted to stop him. But if he had been a wealthy or prominent person, and Jesus had called him, they would have said, “Come, sir, Jesus is calling you.” Such is the world. But our Lord isn’t like that. When Bartimaeus, the blind beggar, called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me,” Jesus stopped, asked him to come forward, and inquired what he wanted. Bartimaeus responded, “Lord, open my eyes so I may see.” Jesus immediately performed a miracle, restoring his sight. God granted him divine healing. God hears the cries of the needy, the poor, and those without a helper.
Even if your own spouse, children, or family members may not heed your voice or respect you, God will. He will hear your cry, He will stand by you, and He will solve your problems. Today, call upon God, just as Bartimaeus did. Say, “Lord, help me in this matter.” Not only does God deliver the poor, but He also helps those who have no one to lift them from their fallen state. God will come to the aid of even such as these.
Consider the man at the pool of Bethesda, lying there for 38 years with no one to help him—no parents, siblings, or friends. Jesus went in search of him, saw his suffering, and healed him, sending him home. This is the difference between man and God. We who have Jesus as our God are truly blessed.
In what area do you need help today? One of God’s many names is “Ebenezer,” which means “Helper.” Today, the Lord is ready to extend His hand to help you in your business, job, health, or marriage. In everything, God’s helping hand is there to fulfill the purpose of your life.
Testimony
Brother P. John from Mahabalipuram shares, “Regarding my family matters, I had been asking Brother Stephen through email to pray for my problems. He prayed for me earnestly, sent Bible references, and replied to my emails. Soon after, God answered my prayer requests. On February 9, 2023, my daughter, Evangeline Jenisha, by God’s grace, had a blessed wedding. On February 27, 2023, God helped me to sell my property for a good amount. God also helped my second daughter, Christline Jerusha, to go abroad. Through Brother Stephen’s prayer, God helped my brother-in-law, Jayasinghe, who was in deep debt, to clear his debts and reclaim his home. Truly, God helps those who have no helper.”
Prayer
Dear Lord, we thank You. Lord, You hear the cry of the poor and deliver them, the needy, and those who have no helper. Lord, for those who feel helpless and are longing for Your help, we ask that You come to their aid. For those who have been disappointed and feel let down, we ask for Your miracle and deliverance. May they be rescued from difficult situations and honored. Thank You, Lord, for stopping at the cry of the needy, just as You did for Bartimaeus. For those seeking financial support, a promotion, a transfer, or any form of assistance, we pray that You grant their requests and bring them joy.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray,
Amen.
My dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the Name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. May the name of the Lord be glorified. Take with me and read from the book of Psalms 50:15: “Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.”
My dear brothers and sisters, when we face difficult situations, our first instinct is often to approach a friend or a relative, hoping they will help us. But sometimes, when we look for their support, they may not be able to help, leaving us feeling disappointed. It’s not wrong to seek their help, but the first thing we need to do is call upon God. That’s what this verse says: “Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.” God will surely deliver you.
When Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were thrown into the fiery furnace, God delivered them by standing in their midst. When Daniel was thrown into the lion’s den, God intervened, shutting the mouths of the lions and delivering him. So when you encounter difficult situations—if someone causes disturbances or if someone has planned to harm you or your family through witchcraft or black magic—let your first response be to call upon the Lord without hesitation. This is like “first aid.” Just as people receive first aid when they’re hurt before being rushed to the hospital, we should seek the Lord’s help by calling out to Him. Looking up to God and calling out to Him is necessary. Pray, “Lord, I’m in trouble, and it’s come unexpectedly, by unexpected people, from an unknown source. Lord, please help me in this matter.” Then God will come to your aid in difficult times.
But should we call on God only in times of trouble? No! You can call on the Lord at any time: for admission for your child, for a job, or if your child faces a difficult situation or delay in marriage. If they haven’t received the gift of a child, call on the Lord. At times of sickness or accidents, call on God. Sometimes, when people fall, they call out to their father or mother. But if you fall, call on Jesus. It’s not wrong to call on Father or Mother, but they might be far away and may not hear you. If you call on God, however, He will come and rescue you, no matter where you are—even at sea. He will come and deliver you from any situation you’re going through. So, hold on to this word and apply it in your life, and you will see deliverance. I pray and bless you to receive and enjoy this deliverance. Once you experience deliverance, don’t drift away. Instead, glorify God’s name in your life.
Let me share a testimony about what God did for Mercy Thomas. She said, “Brother, people used witchcraft and sorcery to try to separate my husband and me, causing us much distress. In this difficult time, I sent a prayer request via email, and you prayed earnestly, sending me Bible verses. I prayed daily with those verses, and God heard my prayer. Through Brother Stephen’s prayer, the Lord performed a great miracle. My husband, children, and I now live happily together.”
Think of that sister, who may have tried many things, but what truly worked was bringing her problem to God. I prayed for her and sent her God’s word, and that word came to pass in her life. Today, God can perform a miracle for you too. Hold on to His word, pray, and the Lord will act.
Prayer: Dear Lord, we thank You. Lord, You have said, “Call upon Me, and I will deliver; and you shall glorify Me.” Today, for all the prayers of Your children, we ask that You perform miracles and bless them.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
