The Oil of the Secret Place (2)
Times Of Refreshing Daily Devotional
Date: Monday, 18 August 2025
Topic: The Oil of the Secret Place (2)
Focus: The Reward of the Secret Place
🔥 Message:
The secret place is where the deepest intimacy with God is birthed. It is not found in the noise of the crowd, nor in the applause of men, but in the quiet corners where your heart meets His. In the secret place, roots grow deep, oil flows fresh, and strength is renewed. Jesus taught us that prayer is not a performance for others, but a personal encounter with the Father (Matthew 6:6). The secret place is not about location but posture—it is the hidden life of communion where Heaven pours oil into vessels that wait. This oil sustains you when the storms rage, empowers you when battles come, and prepares you for the Bridegroom’s arrival.
This series journey will take us back to the hidden place of prayer, teaching us to draw fresh oil for every season of life.
📖 Key Verse:
Matthew 6:6 (NIV) — “But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.”
Devotional:
God does not call us into the secret place to waste our time—He promises a reward for those who seek Him in the hidden place. Jesus said: “…pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” —Matthew 6:6 The reward of the secret place is not always material—it is God Himself. His presence is the greatest treasure. From that presence flows peace in chaos, strength in weakness, wisdom in confusion, and joy in sorrow. When Moses came down from the mountain after being with God, his face shone with glory (Exodus 34:29). He carried evidence of the secret place into the open.
📖 Scripture Reading:
Matthew 6:6 – The Father rewards what is done in secret.
Exodus 34:29 – Moses’ face shines from God’s presence.
Hebrews 11:6 – God rewards those who diligently seek Him.
💧 Refreshing for the Day:
The oil poured in secret will always manifest in public. Too often, we rush to results without resting in His presence. But the real power is not in what you do for God—it’s in who you become in Him. The hidden life fuels the visible life. The secret place is never wasted time—it is the place of eternal reward. Stay Refreshed!
✨ Note This:
The greatest reward of prayer is not the answer—it’s the presence of the Answerer.
🛡️ Responsibility:
✅ Write down one way you’ve seen God’s reward (peace, strength, direction, or breakthrough) flow from your time with Him. Thank Him for it today.
🙏 Prayer:
Father, thank You that every moment in the secret place is precious to You. Let my reward be more of You, and let my life radiate the evidence of Your presence. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
🔥 Prophetic Declaration:
I carry the reward of the secret place! God’s presence goes before me, His oil flows through me, and His glory rests upon me. Alleluia!
📖 Bible Texts:
Matthew 6:6, Exodus 34:29, Hebrews 11:6
As always, thank you for reading and until next time. May today’s Times of Refreshing refresh, encourage and empower you! For previous devotionals, please visit: www.thefountspring.org
