Stephaney Patterson

04/20/2025

02/16/2025

Rhapsody of Realities
FAITH AND HOW IT WORKS
Now faith is the substance of things
hoped for, the evidence of things not
seen (Hebrews 11:1).
A lot of people have some confusion about faith
and how it works. They often say, "I prayed, I
believed, but I didn’t get what I prayed about." That’s the
first indication that they don’t understand what faith is and
how it works. Faith is the substance of things hoped for;
the evidence of things not seen.
That means faith calls real what you hope for; what
you’ve hoped for is now present. That means when you
say you have it, it’s not so you can “get” it; rather, you know
in your heart that you already have it because faith is the
evidence of unseen realities. For instance, if you ask God
for a job or anything; don’t say, "I’m expecting it; I believe
it will come." Rather, say, "I have it already."
If you don’t have that inner evidence, then what you
have isn't faith. True faith never staggers; it doesnt “try” to
get something from God. Faith is the evidence; it doesn’t
recognize or accept impossibilities. Faith doesn’t ask “Why
didn’t I get it?” Because faith already got it! The Lord Jesus
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said, “…for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a
grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain,
Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove;
and nothing shall be impossible unto you” (Matthew
17:20).
For example, having declared that you’ve received
healing in the Name of Jesus, don’t keep checking to see
if the symptoms are still there. Faith is proof. You can’t hold
proof and still say, "I didn’t get it." Faith doesn’t ask, “What
if…?” “How is it going to happen?” Or “How am I going
to get it?” Faith knows that it has already happened, and
therefore speaks and acts accordingly. Hallelujah!
We have an important book, "How To Make Your
Faith Work." It’s a classic on how to use your faith and
reign over circumstances, winning every day in life. Order
a copy from the store on the Rhapsody App.
PRAYER
Dear Father, I walk in the reality of your Word. I give no
place to doubt. I hold fast to my confessions of faith
without wavering, being fully persuaded by the Word
for my health, prosperity, success and progress. Thank
you for the life of faith that you’ve called me to live, in
Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY:
2 Corinthians 4:13; Hebrews 10:23; Romans 10:17;

02/15/2025

Rhapsody of Realities

YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF SPIRITUAL
PRINCIPLES
According as his divine power hath given
unto us all things that pertain unto life
and godliness, through the knowledge
of him that hath called us to glory and
virtue (2 Peter 1:3).
Our lives today are made better because of the
discoveries made by those who came before
us—those who learned about electricity, magnetism, heat,
radiation, etc. These discoveries gave us an advantage,
making life easier, better and faster than it was in previous
generations.
In the same way, in the spiritual realm, some of us
are constantly researching the Word of God, exploring
the realities of the Kingdom, and discovering how to live
the transcendent life in Christ. Through these spiritual
discoveries, we help others see how to succeed in life
and please God.
Just as natural laws benefit us, spiritual laws are even
more beneficial and vital. The principles of success as
taught in the world are nothing compared to the spiritual
principles in God's Word. For example, while in the world
many chase after material things, but the Bible teaches us
to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness;
consequently, everything you need in life will come to
you naturally (Matthew 6:33). That beats logic or human
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reasoning; but it’s in sync with the principle of faith. Faith
is the law by which we live in the Kingdom: “…as it is
written, The just shall live by faith” (Romans 1:17).
Then in Romans 3:27, we read about the law of faith:
“Where is boasting then? It is excluded. By what law?
of works? Nay: but by the law of faith.” You must learn
to operate by the law of faith; it’s consistent and much
more reliable than natural laws. Take the law of gravity for
example; have you ever woken up one day to find that the
law of gravity had failed, with everything suddenly floating
in the air? No! The law of gravity works all the time.
But even so, spiritual laws and principles are more
immutable. Therefore, understand and apply them
diligently. Research the deeper truths of God through the
study of the Word and fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Know
how to function in God's Kingdom, through your knowledge
of Him and of His spiritual principles, and you’ll live in the
fullness of His blessings and of your inheritance in Him.
Hallelujah!
PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank you for revealing the spiritual laws
of success to me through your Word. I walk according
to the principles of the Kingdom, in victory and divine
prosperity. My life is governed by your Word, and I live
in the fullness of your blessings and of my inheritance
in Christ. Thank you for the Holy Spirit who guides me
into all truth, in Jesus' Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY:
Joshua 1:8 AMPC; Matthew 6:33; 2 Peter 1:2-3

02/14/2025

Rhapsody of Realities
USE YOUR RESOURCES
FOR THE GOSPEL
Now it came to pass, afterward, that
He went through every city and village,
preaching and bringing the glad tidings
of the kingdom of God. And the twelve
were with Him, and certain women who
had been healed of evil spirits and
infirmities... provided for Him from their
substance (Luke 8:1-3 NKJV).
What we just read is quite remarkable! Certain
women who had been delivered from evil spirits
and infirmities, like Mary Magdalene and many others
whose names weren’t mentioned, ministered to the Lord
Jesus of their substance. Their names might not all be
written, but God remembers their acts of service, and one
day, we will see the full list.
These women travelled with Jesus and paid the bills
for His evangelistic journeys. They supported the mission
financially. That’s partnership. I can relate to this; there’re
people who sponsor different aspects of our evangelical
work. They go above and beyond financially to ensure the
success of our missionary work around the world. These
are partners who fund the Gospel with their resources.
The key here is understanding the principle of giving
into God’s work. It’s a grace, the grace of giving (2
Corinthians 8:4-6), and you can choose to function in that
grace. When you focus on fulfilling God’s dream, you won’t
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need to struggle for anything. The Bible says, “...seek ye
first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and
all these things shall be added unto you” (Matthew
6:33).
Many think that success is about acquiring material
possessions, but true success comes from doing God’s
work and establishing His will in the earth. Everything the
Lord has blessed you with is for the furtherance of the
Gospel; always remember that. So, like the women the
Bible talks about in Luke 8, use your resources for the
Gospel. It’s one of the ways to get yourself plugged into
limitless and unending supply.
The Lord Himself guarantees your prosperity because
He sees that you operate with a Kingdom mindset, walking
in the light of His Word. Therefore, He’ll make “…all
grace (every favour and earthly blessing) come to you
in abundance, so that you may always and under all
circumstances and whatever the need be self-sufficient
[possessing enough to require no aid or support and
furnished in abundance for every good work and
charitable donation]" (2 Corinthians 9:8 AMPC).
CONFESSION
I function with a Kingdom mindset, walking in the light
of God’s Word; I use my resources for the expansion
of the Kingdom and therefore live in the overflow of
God’s blessings and provisions. Thank you, Lord, for
multiplying my seeds sown and enriching me in every
way, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY:
2 Corinthians 9:7-8 AMPC; Luke 6:38;

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