Rhapsody of Realities for 14 March 2026 — Knowledge That Edifies

TODAY'S RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DEVOTIONAL BY PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME.

TOPIC: Knowledge that Edifies

SCRIPTURE: "And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge (2 Peter 1:5)."

Interestingly, the word translated “knowledge” in the verse above is the Greek word “gnōsis,” which refers to scientific or general knowledge gained through study and information. This is not revelation knowledge but information you gather by reading, studying and learning.

So, in essence, the Lord is saying don’t be ignorant. Open your mind and be versatile. Learn a little more about everything. Some people know nothing beyond what they studied in school for exams, and they remain mentally stagnant. That’s not God’s plan for you. He wants you to be studious and increasingly knowledgeable. Knowledge empowers. Knowledge gives you an advantage.

So, decide you’re going to be deliberate in studying the Word, not an accidental glance once in a while. Set your targets; make it a lifestyle. Build your mind with useful information. Expand your horizon. This doesn’t mean keeping up with the news and saturating your life with the lies, deceit and fear peddled by the world’s media. Rather, fill your heart and your mind with knowledge that edifies and strengthens your faith. That’s the kind of knowledge to add to your life

PRAISEJAMZBLOG INSIGHT

Today’s devotional reminds us that knowledge is a key tool God gives to equip His children for effective living and fruitful ministry. True knowledge is not just accumulation of facts, but the understanding and application of what we learn to strengthen our faith and character. When we intentionally study God’s Word, cultivate a habit of learning, and seek understanding in all areas of life, we position ourselves to think clearly, make wise decisions, and walk in excellence. Knowledge that edifies transforms our mind, sharpens our discernment, and empowers us to impact the world positively while glorifying God.

PRAYER

Dear Father, thank you for the knowledge of your Word that fills my heart and by which I live triumphantly every day. Thank you for your grace and peace that are multiplied in my life as I study and meditate on your Word, causing me to be increasingly fruitful, productive and effective in life and ministry, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY

Proverbs 18:15; The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.

Hosea 4:6; My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.

Colossians 1:9; For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding;Knowing God book

2 Peter 1:2-3: Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord, 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:

Rhapsody of Realities devotional is written by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, President of LoveWorld Inc. (Christ Embassy).