✍️ Dei Scriptor – God’s Journalist

Opening Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for being my constant shield and strength. When the world feels polluted—by fear, sickness, or unseen dangers—remind me that Your protection is not fragile. Keep me steady in faith, covered by the blood of Jesus, confident that nothing formed against me will prevail. Amen.

✨ Introduction

In a world where the air itself can feel unsafe and even our food can be uncertain, we stand on a promise older than fear. Jesus said in Mark 16:17-18 that those who believe “will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover,” and “if they drink anything deadly, it will not hurt them.”

This isn’t a call to reckless living—it’s assurance for faithful hearts. Even when we unknowingly breathe tainted air or consume what could harm us, God’s covering remains sure. His protection is not just physical; it’s spiritual—an unbreakable covenant that marks His children.

🕊️ Summary Poem

Breathe deep, child of promise, fear no decay,

For God’s breath surrounds what the world betrays.

No poison nor pestilence can overrun grace,

His mercy outpaces the threat you face.

⛪️ Church History

Early believers often faced persecution, famine, and poisoned wells—yet they lived with fearless conviction. Stories from the second and third centuries tell of Christians praying over food that others feared to touch, trusting that God’s Word was stronger than the world’s contamination. Their courage wasn’t naïve—it was rooted in divine insurance, written in blood and sealed by faith.

Seven Scriptures, Tips, and Applications

Mark 16:17-18
And these signs shall accompany them that believe: in my name shall they cast out demons; they shall speak with new tongues; they shall take up serpents, and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall in no wise hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. 

Tip: Believe that divine protection still operates today.

Application: Pray before you eat, breathe, or move through risky places. A simple word of faith activates God’s promise.

Psalm 91:9-10 – “No evil shall befall you, nor shall any plague come near your dwelling.”

Tip: Declare this aloud over your home.

Application: Anoint your doorposts and breathe peace into your atmosphere.

Isaiah 54:17 – “No weapon formed against you shall prosper…”

Tip: Remember this is your heritage, not your wish.

Application: When fear rises, quote this verse until your spirit stands taller than your anxiety.

Exodus 15:26 – “I am the LORD who heals you.”

Tip: Healing is not just recovery—it’s prevention.

Application: Speak life over your body daily, even when you feel well.

Luke 10:19 – “I have given you authority… over all the power of the enemy.”

Tip: You walk under delegated authority.

Application: Rebuke sickness, contamination, and spiritual heaviness in Jesus’ Name.

Psalm 121:7-8 – “The LORD will keep you from all harm.”

Tip: God’s keeping power covers every breath you take.

Application: Begin each day thanking Him for unseen mercies that guard your path.

Romans 8:28 – “All things work together for good to those who love God.”

Tip: Even what harms can be turned to healing.

Application: Look for the good God builds out of every hardship; gratitude releases strength.

Closing Prayer

Lord, thank You that I can trust in Your ability to work in my situation and cause the enemy’s plans to fail. This promise from You, to help and protect me, is a lasting hope, and I hold on to the hope I have in You, in the Name of Jesus. Amen.

 “Insured by the Word of God” — a message once sent by a dear friend and brother in Christ.

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🕊️ Daily Devotion: “ 10 Minutes for God ”

Written by:  Dei Scriptor –God’s Journalist 

Motto: “Sanguine et Igne Veritas Revelata”

Opening Prayer 

 Father God, thank You for this new day. Even in moments of fatigue and pain, teach me to honour You first. Help me to give You not just my leftover time, but my first and best moments. Strengthen my spirit, calm my thoughts, and draw me into Your presence for these few minutes that matter more than anything else. Amen. 

Introduction 

I overslept this morning — heard the alarm ⏰, switched on the light, and promptly fell asleep again. I could excuse myself: I’m tired, sore, and my shoulder feels like fire from this rotator cuff injury. 😫 But deep down, I know that’s no license to neglect God.

Why do we so often give Him so little of our day? We justify praying while driving 🚗, or even while on the toilet 🚽 — multitasking our way through our “ quiet time .” Yet how often do we truly spare ten undistracted minutes for Him? Is prayer something sacred only for Sunday, or for when we’re desperate and cornered?

🕊️ Summary Poem 

Ten minutes carved from rush and noise,

Can shift the world within your soul.

God waits not for grand displays —

Just stillness, heart, and simple goals.

The whisper heard in quiet grace,

Reveals His love, renews your pace.

⛪ Church History Example 

In the early days of the Church, believers practised what was called the Daily Office — short moments of prayer throughout the day. Monks, priests, and even common workers would pause at set hours (morning, noon, evening) to lift a prayer or read a psalm.

It wasn’t about long rituals; it was about rhythm. Life moved around God, not the other way around. Even Martin Luther once said, “I have so much to do that I shall spend the first three hours in prayer.” The point was clear — the busier we are, the more we need those moments of stillness.

Three Key Scriptures 

1. Psalm 5:3 (NIV)

“ In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.”

➤ Tip: Begin your day by giving God your first words, not your leftovers.

2. Mark 1:35 (NIV)

“ Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed .”

➤ Tip: Follow Christ’s example — find your “solitary place,” even if it’s just your kitchen table before sunrise.

3. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NIV)

“Pray without ceasing.”

➤ Tip: Keep the line open all day — whisper prayers between tasks, letting God walk with you in your ordinary routines.

💡 Practical Tips 

 1. Start Small: Set a timer for 10 minutes. No phones, no background noise. Just you and God.

 2. Create a Space: Dedicate one spot in your home — even a chair — as your “meeting place” with Him.

 3. Anchor to Routine: Attach your prayer time to something consistent — morning coffee ☕, sunrise, or bedtime.

 4. Write It Down: Keep a short prayer journal. It deepens focus and shows your growth over time.

 5. Be Honest: God doesn’t need polished words. Speak plainly, like you would to a dear friend.

Practical Applications 

Use the first 10 minutes after waking to read a Psalm or reflect on gratitude before touching your phone.

During pain or fatigue, offer it as a form of worship: “Lord, I’m weak, but I still choose You.”

Let these moments reset your heart — prayer transforms reaction into reflection, chaos into calm.

🕊️ Closing Prayer 

 Lord, help me not to rush through our time together. Teach me to pause, even for ten sacred minutes, to breathe in Your peace and breathe out my worries. May each day begin and end with You at the centre. Strengthen my resolve to seek You first, even in weakness or pain. Thank You for always waiting — patiently, lovingly — for me to return. Amen. 

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Perspective and Peace in Moments of Anger

Opening Prayer

Father, I come before You humbled by my own temper. 😔

 When life’s small comforts break or plans fall apart, help me to pause and breathe in Your calm. 🌬️

 Teach me to see not loss, but a lesson.

 Replace my frustration with faith, my complaint with gratitude.

 In Jesus’ name, amen ✝️

Introduction

Yesterday, joy turned to heat. ☀️

One minute, I was content — a small financial blessing had come through 💰 — and then, in an instant, the fan that kept me cool and sane decided it had had enough. ❌ It seized up, literally and figuratively. The room filled with heat, and my heart filled with something worse.

Anger

Not the righteous kind that stands for justice ⚖️, but the kind that boils when comfort is taken away.

The kind that questions God’s timing and fairness.

I even posted, half laughing through the sweat:

“My fan quit, so now I cool off with DIY wet-t-shirt therapy. Sadly, mosquitoes find damp humans delicious.” Real Drama 🎭 King, right?
"Expect sleepless nights and symphonies of scratching. 🌡️"

That’s how fast a blessing can turn to a battleground. ⚔️

Anger is like fire in a closed room — it consumes the air before it gives light. 🔥💨

What God gives in blessing, we often lose in bitterness when our “ _certain take_ ” on things becomes clouded by emotion. ☁️

So what does it mean to have a certain take — the kind that steadies the soul? 🕊️

Summary Poem ✍️

When joy is thin and tempers flare, 😤

When blessings break beyond repair, 💔

Lord, teach my heart a steadier view, 💗

To trust Your hand in all You do. 

⛪ A Lesson from History 🕰️

 Martin Luther once threw an inkpot at the devil, or so the story goes.

He struggled deeply with his temper and his doubts. 

(Snap — me too! Is this a common German trait? 😅)

Yet through his honest wrestling, the Reformation took root — not from perfection, but persistence in returning to grace. 

Likewise, John Wesley once confessed that his faith felt “cold and formal.” ❄️

Yet he kept seeking until his heart was “strangely warmed.”

Even saints had their boiling points, but they didn’t stay there.

They turned frustration into fuel for faith. ⛽

⚓ Point 1: Acknowledge, Don’t Deny 

Ephesians 4:26

“Be angry, and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger.” 

 Anger itself isn’t sin — it’s a signal. ⚠️

God wired emotion into us to point toward imbalance or hurt. 💡

But unprocessed anger turns to poison. ☠️

 Takeaway:

 When anger rises, name it before God, not against Him.

He’s big enough to handle your honesty. 

Point 2: Redirect the Fire

Proverbs 16:32

“ Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city.” 🕊️🏙️

It takes more strength to calm down than to lash out. 

Instead of exploding, ask: What is this moment teaching me about control? About gratitude? 

 💡 Practical Tip:

 When something breaks, say aloud:

🗣️ “God, give me Your take before I make mine.”

💡 Point 3: Remember the Blessings Of Before

1 Thessalonians 5:18

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

The enemy loves to steal joy right after God gives a blessing. 😈

A seized fan isn’t just an inconvenience — it’s a test of retention:
Will the joy survive the setback? ⚖️

Real-World Application:

 Write down the blessing that came before the frustration. ✍️

Anchor your mood to that instead of the loss. 🎯

Gratitude restores the balance. ⚖️💖

Closing Prayer

 Lord Jesus, thank You for the lessons hidden in small disasters. 🌧️

Forgive me for my quick temper and my narrow take on what You’re doing. 

Help me to see life through Your calm eyes. 👁️

Give me a certain take — one that trusts, waits, and stays thankful no matter what breaks.

In Your precious name I pray, amen. ✝️

✍️ Dei Scriptor - God’s Journalist 

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 This text has been rewritten by AI for grammar and clarity, but the devotion, content, and ideas are entirely my own.

How It All Began

What began as a simple way to stay busy during long market waits turned into something far greater than I could have planned.

While driving for the shops, I often found myself sitting for hours as buyers went in to get stock—sometimes coming back with just one trade trolley at a time.

During those quiet hours, I started writing short devotionals — first for myself, then for a few friends. I never imagined they’d grow into a ministry.

Soon, I began sharing these reflections through WhatsApp. My outgoing personality led me to talk with other drivers and traders at the market. One conversation at a time, the circle grew. People started asking to be added to the list, and Dei Scriptor – God’s Journalist became a daily and weekly broadcast, reaching strangers who became part of a global devotional family.

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