Rhapsody Of Realities 13 March 2026 By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (Christ Embassy): Beware Of Unscriptural Ordinances
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TOPIC: Beware Of Unscriptural Ordinances (Rhapsody of Realities 13 March 2026)
Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, why, as though living in the world, are ye subject to ordinances (Colossians 2:20).
Rhapsody Of Realities For Today’s MESSAGE:
There’re those in the Church today who, prior to being born again, were exposed to occult practices, idol worship, and rituals. Sadly, because some of them haven’t been properly taught the Word of God, such practices from their background have continued to affect their Christian life. Many of them still believe in and use material mediums like oil, handkerchiefs, mantles, charms, “holy water,” and other objects for spiritual power or contact.
In time, some of these people rose to become pastors and leaders of churches and introduced those same practices into the body of Christ. They made God’s people dependent on material things for their faith, saying, “Carry this, drink this, and bathe with this.” But the Bible doesn’t teach this. Christianity is not about objects; it’s a relationship with the living God through Jesus Christ.
The same thing happened with music and worship. Some introduced dances from idol worship into the Church, dances that were once offered to demons. But thank God all that is changing now through the right teaching of God’s Word on true worship. Real spiritual worship is not fleshly excitement and entertainment but a spiritual sacrifice offered through the Spirit.
True worship is not about physical objects or carnal displays; it is the outflow of your heart to God, inspired by the Holy Ghost. You don’t need holy water, oil, or any other physical medium to connect with God. He lives in you by His Spirit.
So, stay in the Word. Your words of faith, the lifting of your hands, your songs of praise from the heart, according to His Word, are what minister to Him. Refuse to be carried away by unscriptural traditions of men that make the Word of God of none effect.
PRAYER
Dear Father, I worship you from my heart, in spirit and in truth. I refuse to be subject to the senses, for my faith is anchored in your Word. Thank you for the privilege of being your dwelling place and for the fellowship of the Holy Spirit who guides me always in truth, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY
Colossians 2:8 (KJV) Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ.
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Colossians 2:20-23 (KJV) 20 Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, why, as though living in the world, are ye subject to ordinances, 21 (Touch not; taste not; handle not; 22 Which all are to perish with the using;) after the commandments and doctrines of men? 23 Which things have indeed a shew of wisdom in will worship, and humility, and neglecting of the body: not in any honour to the satisfying of the flesh.
Philippians 3:3 (KJV) For we are the circumcision, which worship God in the spirit, and rejoice in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh.
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 15:21-47 & Numbers 34-36
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 27:9-20 & Psalm
DIVINE HEALTH CONFESSIONS – 13TH MARCH 2026
Through the Word of God and the ministry of the Holy Spirit, I am daily transfigured into the image of the Son of God! His life and nature imparted into my spirit give me the ability to live above sickness, disease, defeat, and sorrow; for as He is, so am I!
Keep saying it, don’t stop talking it! Remember, you can make your way prosperous with words. Get talking today!
Remember to share with all your friends and loved ones today. Thank you and God bless you richly.
Rhapsody of Realities 2026 Devotional was written by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (D.Sc., D.D.). President of Loveworld Inc. aka Christ Embassy Int’l.
