Today’s message
Read and reflect
MOMENT OF ENCOUNTER DEVOTIONAL
By Prophet Dr. Abiodun Adesida
Some people borrow a microphone for five minutes and immediately begin to assess the ministry of the person who trained them for fifteen years!
They have preached three sermons, received four compliments, and suddenly their spiritual father “does not understand the move of God.”
Applause is a wonderful servant but a terrible theological lecturer.
In Numbers 12, Miriam and Aaron asked:
“ֲHath the LORD indeed spoken only by Moses? hath he not spoken also by us?” — Numbers 12:2
Indeed, God had spoken through them. Their mistake was assuming that their genuine gifts erased Moses’ distinctive calling.
God’s use of you is no permission to despise His work through another.
Miriam had a prophetic ministry. Aaron held priestly office. Yet God described Moses as faithful in all His house and distinguished the directness of His communication with him.
Their gifts were real; their comparison was dangerous.
You can carry grace and still need correction.
WHEN ENVY WEARS A PRAYER SHAWL
Envy rarely introduces itself honestly. It prefers respectable language:
“We are only asking questions.”
“We also hear God.”
“Why must everybody listen to him?”
Questions can be sincere and necessary. But sometimes what we call discernment is wounded pride looking for a Bible verse.
Before criticising another person’s assignment, ask yourself: Am I defending the truth, or am I offended that I am not the centre of attention?
The tragedy of comparison is that it makes you abandon your own field to count another person’s harvest.
JOSHUA: SERVICE BEFORE SUCCESSION
Joshua served Moses before succeeding him. Scripture describes him as Moses’ servant, and later records God commissioning him to lead Israel (Exodus 24:13; Joshua 1:1–9).
He learned responsibility before receiving greater responsibility.
Today, some people want the seat of leadership but consider every opportunity to serve an insult.
They want Moses’ authority, but carrying a chair is beneath their anointing!
Do not despise the service through which God is developing your character.
ELISHA: CLOSE ENOUGH TO SERVE
Elisha was remembered as the man who “poured water on the hands of Elijah” (2 Kings 3:11).
What a recommendation! Before people celebrated his miracles, someone could testify to his service.
Some want a double portion of power with half a portion of patience. They admire the mantle but dislike the discipline.
Elisha’s persistence teaches us to value faithful discipleship. Yet the gift remained God’s to give; spiritual power is never a salary owed for serving a leader.
Serve faithfully, and let God determine your assignment.
GEHAZI: PROXIMITY WITHOUT INTEGRITY
Gehazi lived near a prophet, witnessed divine power, and still pursued dishonest gain (2 Kings 5:20–27).
He ran after Naaman, invented a story, collected gifts, and returned as though nothing had happened.
Apparently, he believed prophetic power could heal leprosy but could not expose a lie!
Being close to an altar does not automatically place honesty in your heart.
You may know the minister’s schedule, carry his Bible, and understand every church protocol—and still need repentance.
Grace does not excuse greed. Ministry access does not cancel moral responsibility.
HONOUR MUST ALSO TELL THE TRUTH
Honour is not flattery, and submission does not require the burial of conscience.
The same Bible that teaches respect also records Paul confronting Peter when his conduct compromised the truth of the gospel (Galatians 2:11–14).
Therefore, never use “honour” to protect abuse, conceal wrongdoing, or frighten people away from legitimate questions.
A leader who demands reverence must also welcome accountability.
Likewise, correction must come from truth and love, not jealousy dressed in righteous language.
We honour faithful servants while remembering that Jesus alone is Lord.
By Prophet Dr. Abiodun Adesida
Some people borrow a microphone for five minutes and immediately begin to assess the ministry of the person who trained them for fifteen years!
They have preached three sermons, received four compliments, and suddenly their spiritual father “does not understand the move of God.”
Applause is a wonderful servant but a terrible theological lecturer.
In Numbers 12, Miriam and Aaron asked:
“ֲHath the LORD indeed spoken only by Moses? hath he not spoken also by us?” — Numbers 12:2
Indeed, God had spoken through them. Their mistake was assuming that their genuine gifts erased Moses’ distinctive calling.
God’s use of you is no permission to despise His work through another.
Miriam had a prophetic ministry. Aaron held priestly office. Yet God described Moses as faithful in all His house and distinguished the directness of His communication with him.
Their gifts were real; their comparison was dangerous.
You can carry grace and still need correction.
WHEN ENVY WEARS A PRAYER SHAWL
Envy rarely introduces itself honestly. It prefers respectable language:
“We are only asking questions.”
“We also hear God.”
“Why must everybody listen to him?”
Questions can be sincere and necessary. But sometimes what we call discernment is wounded pride looking for a Bible verse.
Before criticising another person’s assignment, ask yourself: Am I defending the truth, or am I offended that I am not the centre of attention?
The tragedy of comparison is that it makes you abandon your own field to count another person’s harvest.
JOSHUA: SERVICE BEFORE SUCCESSION
Joshua served Moses before succeeding him. Scripture describes him as Moses’ servant, and later records God commissioning him to lead Israel (Exodus 24:13; Joshua 1:1–9).
He learned responsibility before receiving greater responsibility.
Today, some people want the seat of leadership but consider every opportunity to serve an insult.
They want Moses’ authority, but carrying a chair is beneath their anointing!
Do not despise the service through which God is developing your character.
ELISHA: CLOSE ENOUGH TO SERVE
Elisha was remembered as the man who “poured water on the hands of Elijah” (2 Kings 3:11).
What a recommendation! Before people celebrated his miracles, someone could testify to his service.
Some want a double portion of power with half a portion of patience. They admire the mantle but dislike the discipline.
Elisha’s persistence teaches us to value faithful discipleship. Yet the gift remained God’s to give; spiritual power is never a salary owed for serving a leader.
Serve faithfully, and let God determine your assignment.
GEHAZI: PROXIMITY WITHOUT INTEGRITY
Gehazi lived near a prophet, witnessed divine power, and still pursued dishonest gain (2 Kings 5:20–27).
He ran after Naaman, invented a story, collected gifts, and returned as though nothing had happened.
Apparently, he believed prophetic power could heal leprosy but could not expose a lie!
Being close to an altar does not automatically place honesty in your heart.
You may know the minister’s schedule, carry his Bible, and understand every church protocol—and still need repentance.
Grace does not excuse greed. Ministry access does not cancel moral responsibility.
HONOUR MUST ALSO TELL THE TRUTH
Honour is not flattery, and submission does not require the burial of conscience.
The same Bible that teaches respect also records Paul confronting Peter when his conduct compromised the truth of the gospel (Galatians 2:11–14).
Therefore, never use “honour” to protect abuse, conceal wrongdoing, or frighten people away from legitimate questions.
A leader who demands reverence must also welcome accountability.
Likewise, correction must come from truth and love, not jealousy dressed in righteous language.
We honour faithful servants while remembering that Jesus alone is Lord.
Reflection
THE WORD FOR TODAY
Stop competing with the person you should be learning from. Stop worshipping the person you should be honouring. Stop neglecting the gift God has entrusted to you because someone else receives louder applause.
Different assignments do not mean different human worth. Every believer depends on the same Saviour, and every gift should serve others (Romans 12:3–6).
You do not become taller by cutting down another person. Grow where God has planted you
Stop competing with the person you should be learning from. Stop worshipping the person you should be honouring. Stop neglecting the gift God has entrusted to you because someone else receives louder applause.
Different assignments do not mean different human worth. Every believer depends on the same Saviour, and every gift should serve others (Romans 12:3–6).
You do not become taller by cutting down another person. Grow where God has planted you
Prayer
PRAYER POINTS
1. Father, expose every comparison and hidden pride within me.
2. Teach me to honour faithful servants without surrendering discernment.
3. Build the integrity and patience needed for my assignment.
4. Let every gift You have given me bring glory to Christ.
PROPHETIC DECLARATION
May the Lord establish you in your calling. You will not exchange your assignment for another person’s applause. May humility preserve your gifts, truth guide your relationships, and integrity sustain your influence. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Your brother,
Prophet Abiodun Adesida, PhD
CAC IBUDO ONA ABAYỌ
0700-700-2462
1. Father, expose every comparison and hidden pride within me.
2. Teach me to honour faithful servants without surrendering discernment.
3. Build the integrity and patience needed for my assignment.
4. Let every gift You have given me bring glory to Christ.
PROPHETIC DECLARATION
May the Lord establish you in your calling. You will not exchange your assignment for another person’s applause. May humility preserve your gifts, truth guide your relationships, and integrity sustain your influence. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Your brother,
Prophet Abiodun Adesida, PhD
CAC IBUDO ONA ABAYỌ
0700-700-2462