Josephine Amoako, Author at JesusWired.com

Jo’s Devotions; According To Your Faith

Without faith, it is impossible to please God (Hebrews 11:6). If you are a regular church goer, then you have heard this statement from the pulpit a couple of times. You must have also heard this verse that sa... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: Be A David

If you ever attended Sunday School, then you must have surely heard of one Bible Character called David. And if there’s one thing he’s famously known for, it is his encounter with the giant Goliath and how he d... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: Keeping life simple

Disclaimer: simple doesn’t mean shabby. Simplicity doesn’t imply abasement; or portray ‘the poorer the holier’ attitude. It’s devoid of any complicated additions which are mostly unnecessary. The Bible provi... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: Your anger is not pretty

To be angry is to be human. It’s not a pleasant emotion to entertain or exhibit. It comes about when someone presses our wrong buttons over and over again. Some people are more easily provoked than others but e... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: My Angels & I

I’ve come across this phrase a lot, ‘Battling/fighting/struggling with my demons’ in movies, TV series and even blog posts. I didn’t think much of it at first as I thought it was just a new way of saying the fr... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions – Why Love Potions Don’t Work

Growing up, I used to watch a lot of Hollywood movies where a woman was so obsessed about a guy that she would go to a ‘medicine man or woman’ for a charm or potion to lace the man’s food so he would love her u... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions – The God of Second Chances

Once upon a time, God created His perfect world and called it good. He then made man in His image and likeness to tend the earth. He then said it was not good for man to be alone and so formed a woman out of hi... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: If God Knows….Why Worry?

If God Knows….Why Worry? “Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’... Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself - Matthew 6:25-34 (NIV) The di... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: What do you think of a nightclub for Christians?

Apparently, some Christians feel left out of the ‘fun’ that their secular friends are having and are contemplating opening a ‘Christian-like’ nightclub-no alcohol or secular music, just gospel music and soft dr... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: The Christian’s Conditions of Service

When one is offered a new job, it is often met with excitement. We can’t wait to know the conditions of service and benefits so we can make plans accordingly. Sometimes, the expectations are exceeded; other tim... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: Trust Jesus to Calm Your Storm

I was blessed to have listened to the sermon delivered by the President of the Ghana Baptist Convention, Rev. Dr. Ernest Adu-Gyamfi earlier this year captioned, ‘Calming the Storm.’ Although I’ve heard several ... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 2/28/2017: God is Crying When it Rains

I don’t know where I got that idea from but that’s what I thought when I was a little girl. And when it was coupled with thunder and lightning, then it must be that God is terribly angry. I had heard stories of... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 1/16/2017: A Ride With Temptation

It always starts with a look; An unintentional innocent look; You’ve always looked at it; But never really paid it much attention; Not until you saw something peculiar about it that one time; You... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 12/24/2016: Imagine Mary

Virgin but pregnant. Betrothed to an honorable man who after some miraculous change of heart, decided to marry her after all. Her son has already been named. Jesus. She touched her tummy. She felt honored by... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 12/08/2016: Church Ushers and Bouncers

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word ‘usher’? Mine would be someone who welcomes me into a venue and ensures I’m comfortably seated. What about the word, ‘bouncer’? The mental I have... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 11/08/2016: Sober Ten Years Later

The last thing I remember was being at a college party; Taking shots and playing truth or dare; Flirting and grinding against warm bodies; Shouting to friends and getting shouted at in return; Drink... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 10/10/2016: The Jonah on your Boat

Ever had your life turned topsy-turvy after crossing paths with someone? A new friend, boy/girlfriend, business associate or even spouse? Sometimes it could be the usual fateful timings; other times it would ha... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 9/13/2016: Does God Disappoint?

I’m sure you’ve heard most believers say God never disappoints which is true. We also hear that God doesn’t always answer our prayers how and when we expect Him to. This is because His timing is best and He kno... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 08/15/2016: Praise through the Pain

The atmosphere during praises in church is usually charged with mirth; While worship time is most often a solemn moment; We praise God for His provision during the past week; For His protection and our... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 08/01/2016: Make God Your Sanctuary

When troubles hit you on every side, who do you turn to? When the journey is taking too long because there are bumps on the road at every turn; who do you cry out to? When you call out for help and all yo... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 07/04/2016: Prophecy

You see people being called forward; In church at every service; Being told their future is bright; And their life stories are about to change for the better; You see the look of relief and renewed ... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 06/06/2016: Thank God for ‘Quiet’ Blessings

When a breakthrough arrives in a middle of a crisis, we call it a miracle and celebrate it deservedly. When everything runs smoothly, we appreciate it in the beginning but the gratitude begins to fade and it st... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: 05/02/2016 – Verily I say

Anyone who is familiar with the King James Version of the Bible knows the word ‘verily’ was often used by Jesus whenever He wanted us to take Him by His word. And those who are true believers, who have tested a... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions: 04/14/2016 Don’t Lose Your Shine

Imagine receiving brand new jewelry on a special day like your birthday, wedding or anniversary. You open the box and the first thing you notice is how brightly it sparkles. You promise yourself to take great c... Read More...

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Review: Kirk Franklin – Losing My Religion

Artist: Kirk Franklin Album Title: Losing My Religion Release Date: November 13, 2015 Record Label: Fo Yo Soul Recordings/RCA Records Kirk Franklin dropped his latest album late last year and he proved hi... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 04/04/16: Aim For The Right Crown

Athletes, artistes and actors aim for awards and trophies, corporate players aim for plaques and citations, beauty queens aim for the crown and royals aim for the throne with the crown. To qualify to be on the ... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 03/14/16: What Incompletes You?

Most people feel incomplete by themselves. They go in search for additives in order to have a sense of being whole like a particular job, a spouse, kids, meditation sessions etc. Most of the time, people still ... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 03/07/16: Leap of Faith

Life as we all know it, is full of uncertainties and loves to play pranks on its partakers. One can have a well thought-out, very detailed outline of what he wants to accomplish but no one can pull up surprises... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 02/08/16: The God of Before and After

Most makeup artists display the ‘before and after’ photos of their clients on various social media platforms to attest to their quality services and how they can make any woman (no matter how ordinary) look as ... Read More...

Jo’s Devotions 12/23/15: When you find out your rival is God Himself…

My devotional today was about the dilemma Joseph found himself in when he found out that Mary, his betrothed, was with child. Most times during the Christmas season, most sermons talk about the exemplary obedie... Read More...

Author Josephine Amoako