MONTHLY NEWSLETTER With Rev. Dr. C. A. ONITIRI (October 2025 Edition)
THEME MONTH OF SUFFICIENCY
Scripture: 2Corinthians 9v8
“And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work.”(KJV)
Beloved in Christ,
Welcome to the blessed month of October 2025 – our
Month of Sufficiency.
As we step into this new season, may the God of all grace supply your needs, strengthen your hands, and crown your endeavours with abundance. You shall not lack in this month, for the Lord Himself is your Shepherd (Psalm 23:1).
SCRIPTURE EXPOSITION:
The anchor text (2 Corinthians 9:8) reveals three core truths:
- God is Able – Our sufficiency is not in ourselves, our connections, or our possessions, but in God. His ability is limitless.
- Grace in Abundance – Sufficiency flows from grace. Grace positions us to receive what we don’t deserve and empowers us to do what we cannot achieve by human strength.
- All Sufficiency in All Things– The promise is not partial but complete. God desires us to walk in sufficiency spiritually, materially, emotionally, and physically, enabling us to abound in good works.
This sufficiency is not for selfish living but to glorify God and be a blessing to others.
BIBLICAL EXAMPLES
- Elijah and the Widow of Zarephath (1 Kings 17:8–16) – In the midst of famine, God supplied enough flour and oil that never failed until rain returned.
- The Feeding of the Five Thousand (John 6:1–13)– With just five loaves and two fish, Jesus manifested sufficiency for thousands, leaving twelve baskets of leftovers.
- The Israelites in the Wilderness (Deuteronomy 8:3–4) – Though they wandered for forty years, their clothes and shoes did not wear out, and manna was supplied daily.
- Apostle Paul (Philippians 4:11–13, 19) – Paul declared contentment in all circumstances because his sufficiency was in Christ, who strengthened him.
LESSONS:
- Sufficiency comes from trusting God, not man.
- Grace is the foundation of divine sufficiency.
- God’s sufficiency is not limited by circumstances – famine, wilderness, or scarcity cannot stop His supply.
- Sufficiency is given to us so that we can extend goodness to others.
- A heart of gratitude and generosity sustains God’s provision.
CROSS REFERENCES:
Philippians 4:19 – “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
Psalm 34:10 –”The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing.”
Genesis 22:14 – “And Abraham called the name of that place Jehovah Jireh: as it is said to this day, In the mount of the LORD it shall be seen.”
Psalm 23:1 – “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
ADDITIONAL INSIGHTS
Practical Living in Sufficiency: Avoid wastefulness, practice contentment, and cultivate generosity. Sufficiency is not only about having enough but also about stewarding resources wisely
Spiritual Sufficiency: God’s grace equips us to live holy lives, overcome sin, and serve effectively in His vineyard.
Prophetic Declaration for October:
“This month, you shall experience no lack, no insufficiency, and no dryness. The Lord will multiply your seed, your bread, your joy, and your strength in Jesus name.
CONCLUSION
As we journey through October, let us anchor our faith in the God of all sufficiency. Remember that sufficiency does not mean abundance for pride, but enough grace, strength, and supply to fulfill every assignment God has given you. In Christ, you are complete and lack nothing (Colossians 2:10).
PRAYER FOR THE MONTH:
Heavenly Father,
We thank You for bringing us into October, our Month of Sufficiency. We decree that Your grace shall abound in our lives, families, businesses, and ministries. We shall not lack in any area of life. By Your sufficiency, we shall abound in every good work. We reject insufficiency, lack, dryness, and stagnation. We receive Your abundant grace for this season, in Jesus’ mighty name.
Shalom!
