(Take A Hold Of God’s Grace)
RHAPSODY OF REALITIES TEEVO
Wednesday, October 7th, 2026
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD
TO THE BIBLE
Romans 5:17 KJV
“For if by one man’s offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.
LET’S TALK
Imagine standing at the edge of a river overflowing its banks, the waters rushing with abundance. You can either satisfy your thirst right there, or remain thirsty. This is the picture of God’s grace in your life: not a trickle, but overflowing abundance waiting for you to receive it fully. According to our opening verse above, the Apostle Paul didn’t say, “…they which receive grace,” but he emphasized, “…they which receive abundance of grace.” Abundance brings to mind a cup running over, a blessing so full it can’t be contained.
This overflowing grace is what equips you to reign in life—to walk in victory, power, and divine authority. But notice the word “receive.” It’s from the Greek “lambano,” meaning to take, seize, or make yours. It’s not a passive act. Grace doesn’t automatically manifest in your life without engagement. Just as the woman with the issue of blood reached out in faith and received healing from Jesus by touching His garment (Mark 5:29), you too must actively reach out and take hold of God’s grace. Those who don’t believe or act receive nothing.
This is your set time to reign in life. God has lavishly poured out His grace on you (Titus 2:11). Whatever you need—be it tuition fees, finances or resources to start a project—it’s already available. The question is: will you seize it? Remember, God has ordained you to reign as a king in life. This is your season to manifest His glory, walk in victory, and rise above every challenge.
GO DEEPER
Ephesians 2:5-6
“[5] Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ (by grace ye are saved;) [6] And hath raised [us] up together, and made [us] sit together in heavenly [places] in Christ Jesus.”
Revelation 5:9-10
“[9] And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof; for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation; [10] And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.”
PRAY
Dear Father, I thank you for your grace, which you’ve lavishly poured out upon me. Thank you for the gift of righteousness that gives me the boldness in your presence and causes me to reign in life as a king, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
DAILY BIBLE READING
ONE YEAR
Philippians 4:4-23; Isaiah 23-24
TWO YEAR
John 4:10-18; 1 Kings 12
ACT
Today, consciously take hold of God’s abundant grace. Declare that you reign in life and act with this consciousness throughout the day.