Author: oracle4christ

Date: Monday, 23rd February, 2026

Text: Mark 4:26-29

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

The parable recorded in Gospel of Mark 4:26–29 reveals a powerful Kingdom partnership. Man scatters the seed, God causes the growth, and man returns to reap the harvest. This is divine collaboration — responsibility shared, but roles clearly defined.

The farmer does not argue with the soil, nor does he attempt to manufacture life. The power is not in the sower but in the seed, and ultimately in God who gives increase. As 1 Corinthians 3:7 declares, “So then neither he who plants is anything, nor he who waters, but God who gives the increase.”

Kingdom confidence comes when you understand your role. Your assignment is obedience — to sow faithfully, to speak the Word boldly, and to serve diligently. God’s assignment is transformation, multiplication, and fulfillment of His promise.

When you surrender control of outcomes, peace replaces pressure. The Kingdom carries its own life, its own power, and its own certainty. Because God is faithful, growth is guaranteed and harvest is assured.

Prayer Nugget: Father, please, help me to be faithful in sowing, patient in waiting, and ready in harvest in Jesus name.

Bible in One Year: Deuteronomy 3-4

Date: Sunday, 22^nd February, 2026

Text: Mark 4:29

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

Harvest in God’s Kingdom is not accidental — it is appointed. In Gospel of Mark 4:29, Jesus declares that when the grain ripens, the sickle is put in because the harvest has come. God responds to ripeness, not restlessness.

The farmer does not reap because he is impatient; he reaps because the crop is ready. Ripeness precedes reaping. What feels like delay is often divine development beneath the surface.

Scripture assures us in Galatians 6:9 that we shall reap in due season if we do not lose heart. There is a set time for every seed. Heaven’s timing is perfect and never premature.

Shift your focus from counting days to cultivating maturity. Prepare for what you are praying for. When the grain is fully formed, harvest becomes inevitable.

Prayer Nugget: Father, prepare my heart, my character, and my capacity for the harvest you have ordained in Jesus name.

Bible in One Year: Deuteronomy 1-2

Date: Saturday, 21st February, 2026

Text: 2 Samuel 2:1–3

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

David was a man radiant in health, handsome in appearance, and gifted in many dimensions. He was skillful with musical instruments, courageous in battle, eloquent in speech, and the LORD was with him. Yet, despite these sterling qualities, David never relied on his natural endowments.

When Saul died and the path seemed clear for his return from exile, David did something remarkable. Instead of acting on logic or public opinion, he enquired of the LORD. Scripture records, “And it came to pass after this, that David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go up into any of the cities of Judah? … And he said, Unto Hebron” (2 Samuel 2:1).

Many of us would have simply relocated to the most strategic or politically favorable location. But David understood that good opportunities are not always God’s instructions. Total dependence means seeking divine direction even when the way appears obvious.

His obedience paid off. Hebron became the place of enlargement, favor, and eventual coronation as king. Truly, “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5–6). When you depend fully on God, He leads you from victory to victory.

Prayer Nugget: Father, deliver me from self-reliance and teach me total dependence on You in Jesus name.

Bible in One Year: Numbers 33–36

Date: Friday, 20th February, 2026

Text: Mark 4:28

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

Between planting and harvest lies a sacred journey most people try to avoid. We celebrate full grain, but Heaven celebrates growth in stages.  In Mark 4:28, Jesus describes the divine pattern of development: “It begins as a tender shoot, then develops into a head, and finally matures into fully formed grain.” Heaven works by progression, not pressure.

The tender shoot is fragile but alive. It may seem small and insignificant, yet it carries the blueprint of the harvest within it. Scripture reminds us in Job 8:7, “Though your beginning was small, yet your latter end would greatly increase.” What starts quietly under God’s hand will not end small.

As the shoot develops into a head, strength and structure are formed. This is the season where roots deepen and character solidifies. Ecclesiastes 3:1 declares, “To everything there is a season.” When we try to rush seasons, we interrupt the wisdom of God’s design.

Finally comes fully formed grain — visible maturity, measurable fruit, undeniable manifestation. But harvest only comes because each earlier stage was honored. Embrace your current stage; it is preparing you for sustainable increase.

Prayer Nugget: Father, help me to value every stage of growth. Give me patience to mature properly and grace to trust your divine timing in my life in Jesus name.

Bible in One Year: Numbers 30–32

Date: Thursday, 19th February, 2026

Text: Mark 4:26

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

In Gospel of Mark 4:26, Jesus reveals that the Kingdom of God is like a man scattering seed on the ground. The man’s role is simple — he sows. The power of growth is not in his hands, for Scripture declares, “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the increase” (1 Corinthians 3:6).

The Kingdom does not advance by human pressure or performance. It begins with quiet obedience and faithful sowing. God hides extraordinary power in ordinary acts of faith, just as Zechariah 4:6 reminds us, “Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the Lord.”

Many become discouraged when results are not immediate. But the seed works beneath the surface before it appears above it. Heaven is active even when earth seems silent, and in due time what is hidden will break forth into visible testimony.

Your assignment is to sow; God’s assignment is to grow. Every prayer, every word, every act of obedience is a seed placed into divine soil. Trust the mystery — what God begins in secret will manifest openly in His appointed season.

Prayer Nugget: Father, teach me to trust the unseen work of Your Kingdom. Let my confidence rest in your power to bring increase in Jesus name.

Bible in One Year: Numbers 27–29

Date: Wednesday, 18th February, 2026

Text: 1 Corinthians 10:11–13

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

Some years ago, during one of our rural evangelistic outreaches, we heard of a man who arrived in a village determined to convert drunkards to Christ. Sadly, instead of transforming the village, the village transformed him. The evangelist who came to rescue others ended up becoming a drunkard himself. That painful story is a reminder that overconfidence can be spiritually dangerous.

In today’s text, Scripture warns, “Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall” (1 Corinthians 10:12, KJV). We are not sufficient of ourselves; our sufficiency is of Christ alone. The man in that story must have overrated his ability to withstand temptation, forgetting that evil communication corrupts good manners and that not every association is spiritually healthy.

Eve fell because she entertained prolonged conversation with the serpent instead of shutting him down. Our Lord Jesus Christ showed us the pattern in Matthew 4—He did not negotiate with the devil; He silenced him with the Word. When you negotiate with temptation, you weaken your resistance; when you confront it with truth, you secure your victory.

Peter also overestimated his strength when he boasted he would never deny the Lord, yet he denied Him three times. Thank God for mercy and restoration, or his story would have ended in tragedy. Take heed today—depend on Christ, avoid careless confidence, and always choose vigilance over presumption.

Action Nugget: Watch and pray that you do not fall into temptation. Flee like Joseph when you need to.

Bible in One Year: Numbers 25–26

Date: Tuesday, 17th February, 2026

Text: Ezekiel 18:23

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

We must never forget that though we serve a loving God, He is also a Consuming Fire. He is merciful, yet He remains a righteous Judge whose holy eyes cannot behold iniquity. It is therefore imperative that we tremble at His Word and walk in careful obedience before Him.

The Lord makes His heart known through the prophet Ezekiel, saying, “Have I any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? saith the Lord GOD: and not that he should return from his ways, and live?” (Ezekiel 18:23). God delights in mercy and gives space for repentance before judgment falls. The wise recognize divine warnings as expressions of love, not threats of destruction.

The word of God says, “A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished” (Proverbs 22:3). The Ninevites demonstrated wisdom when they humbled themselves at Jonah’s warning, and judgment was averted. They took heed, repented sincerely, and found mercy in the sight of God (Jonah 3)

In contrast, High Priest Eli responded passively to God’s warning and failed to take corrective action, and disaster followed. Divine warnings demand humble response, not resignation. Take heed today—repent where necessary, walk in obedience, and take advantage of God’s mercy while it is still called today.

Prayer Nugget: Father, grant me a tender heart that trembles at your Word. Help me to discern your warnings and respond with immediate obedience in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year: Numbers 22–24

Date: Monday, 16th February, 2026

Text: Judges 16:28–30

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

Despite his grave shortcomings, Samson exercised faith in God even in the camp of his enemies. Though he suffered permanent physical damage, the covenant symbol upon his head began to grow again. In his brokenness, he remembered the God of Israel—the true source of his strength. Scripture records, “And Samson called unto the LORD, and said, O Lord GOD, remember me, I pray thee, and strengthen me, I pray thee, only this once” (Judges 16:28). That prayer changed everything.

The Philistines thought it was over. After shaving his hair and putting out his eyes, they concluded that Samson’s story had ended in disgrace. They removed God from the equation and celebrated prematurely. But when God steps back into a situation, the narrative changes. What the enemy celebrates today can become tomorrow’s regret.

I pray for someone reading this devotional: your enemy’s victory over your life shall be short-lived in Jesus’ name. The mockery will not last. The delay will not define you. The same God who answered Samson in captivity will arise on your behalf, and you shall laugh last.

Samson was destined to, “Begin to deliver Israel out of the hand of the Philistines” (Judges 13:5), and despite his failures, God ensured that purpose was fulfilled. If you are currently experiencing defeat, do not give up. Repent of past errors, reconcile with your Maker, and cry unto Him. God is able to rewrite your story, silence your adversaries, and grant you decisive victory.

Prayer Nugget: Father, please, remember me and rewrite my story, silence every mocker, and fulfill your purpose for my life, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year: Numbers 19–21

Date: Sunday, 15th February, 2026

Text: Proverbs 30:17

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

Samson stands among the heroes of faith, and his birth was both prophetic and extraordinary. He was divinely empowered, a one-man army endowed with uncommon strength to deliver an entire nation. Single-handedly, he defeated formidable armies—an unprecedented display of divine enablement. Yet, despite such extraordinary anointing, he lacked essential virtues required for a sustained and successful walk with God.

First, Samson lacked the virtue of gratitude. Unlike King David, who continually returned glory to God for every victory, Samson appeared to take his divine empowerment for granted. Scripture records no moment of heartfelt thanksgiving after his triumphs. When gratitude is absent, pride quietly takes root, and spiritual sensitivity begins to decline.

Second, he disregarded his parents’ counsel and pursued relationships among the Philistines, contrary to divine wisdom. He may have considered their guidance outdated or restrictive, but disobedience carries consequences.

His rebellion eventually led to captivity, humiliation, and the loss of his physical sight—an outward reflection of his earlier spiritual blindness. As Scripture warns, “The eye that mocketh at his father, and despiseth to obey his mother, the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall eat it.” (Proverbs 30:17, KJV). Samson’s life reminds us that strength without submission can lead to downfall.

Prayer Nugget: Father, by your Spirit, teach me gratitude, humility, and submission to godly counsel. May I never misuse the grace and strength you have entrusted to me, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year: Numbers 16–18

Date: Saturday, 14th February, 2026

Text: 1 Corinthians 13:4–7

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

On a day when the world celebrates love, we are reminded of a love far deeper than romance. Scripture says, “Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up” (1 Corinthians 13:4). God’s kind of love is patient, selfless, and rooted in sacrifice rather than emotion.

What many describe as love today is often merely lust. Lust is driven by pleasure, rooted in carnality, and centered on self-gratification rather than genuine commitment.

True love reflects the character of Christ. It gives without demanding, forgives without keeping score, and remains steady even when feelings fluctuate. The love of God is not seasonal; it is sacrificial, covenantal, faithful, and enduring.

Valentine’s Day is not only for expressing affection to people, but also for examining the quality of our love. Are we loving for public approval or are we loving as Christ loved us? When God’s love fills the heart, relationships become healthier and motives become purer.

A heart anchored in divine love shines brighter than any public display of affection. When we love God first, we learn how to love others rightly. The greatest gift we can offer anyone is a life shaped by Christ-like love.

Prayer Nugget: Lord, fill my heart with your pure and selfless love. Teach me to love others as you have loved me in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year: Numbers 14-15