Then I proclaimed a fast there at the river of Ahava, that we might humble ourselves before our God, to seek from Him the right way for us and our little ones and all our possessions. For I was ashamed to request of the king an escort of soldiers and horsemen to help us against the enemy on the road, because we had spoken to the king, saying, the hand of our God is upon all those for good who seek Him, but His power and His wrath are against all those who forsake Him. So we fasted and entreated our God for this, and He answered our prayer. Ezra 8:21-23

Never assume that human connection, money, or material wealth alone are all you need to accomplish a divine task. Nothing replaces God’s powerful presence. If you are not desperate for
God’s presence, He may also allow you to experience the limits of what your own resources can do.

Never underestimate the power of God’s presence. With it comes His protection, provisions and His pleasure. God’s presence with you guarantees your victory wherever He leads and in whatever He guides you to do. Without it, disaster is inevitable. May the Lord help you to always seek His presence above all things else in life. Good morning and do have a blessed weekend.

Your brother,

Olufemi Babalola