Preparation For Marriage

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Prayer

Hebrews 13:4: Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.

Biblical Concept On Marriage

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Romans 8:14

MEMORY VERSE:

“Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.”

Psalm 127:1.

INTRODUCTION
Marriage is not for the unprepared. Proper preparation precedes the marital union. Many people prepare for the wedding ceremony more than the marriage itself. Preparation for marriage is a process one must undertake in order to have a successful marital future. May the Holy Spirit teach us as we study this topic in Jesus’ name. Amen.

OUTLINE
1. HOW PREPARED ARE YOU?
2. WHAT DO I HAVE TO OFFER THIS MARRIAGE?

HOW PREPARED ARE YOU?
Spiritual maturity has nothing to do with how long one has been born again but the ability to be able to discern the voice of God. It is also knowing the will of God and doing it. Spiritual maturity means to be led by the Spirit of God – Romans 8:14 – and living a life of holiness and purity – Hebrews 12:14. When one is spiritually matured, the ability to receive instruction for one’s marriage becomes easy – Gen. 24:33-53. You have to be mentally prepared to get married otherwise the marriage will suffer. The Bible did not specify the age that one must marry but it is important for us to note that marriage is not for boys and girls. Marriage is for the physically matured – Ecclesiastes 3:1.
The one who is prepared for marriage must be emotionally healthy and independent. Your marriage will be a happy one if you bring your happiness and peace into it. Though the man is the primary provider in a marriage – 1 Tim. 5:8, the woman also has financial responsibilities which she must meet if a good marriage is desired.

WHAT DO I HAVE TO OFFER THIS MARRIAGE?
We look for people who bring balance into our lives, that is, people who compensate for our weaknesses and shortcomings. The truth is that, as the woman is looking for the right man to fix her life, so also the man is looking for “Miss Right” to fix his life. Every single preparing for marriage should stop thinking of what he or she will get out of the marital relationship but rather what to offer it. What are the treasures I am bringing in? Will my partner be ready to do almost anything to get married to me because of what I have to offer? Will my partner find it very difficult to replace me? Am I the very best I can be? – Proverbs 31:10 – 31.

CONCLUSION
You will have an exciting marital future if you are emotionally, mentally, spiritually and financially prepared for marriage.

QUESTIONS
1. Mention ten ways by which a lady can add value to her marital relationship.
2. Is it good for a couple to have a common purse?
3. If one of the parties is not physically fit due to illness, would you advise them to go ahead with the marriage preparation?

Phil. 4:8

Let our thoughts be pure.

Eph. 4:26

Be angry at sin.

Matt. 26: 41

Watch and Pray

1 Sam. 3:9

God still speaks to those who take time to listen.

Prov. 15:18

Anger is only one letter short of danger.

Ps. 100:4

When there is a delay in the answering of your prayer, try praising God.

Lev. 20:10

The sin of adultery is not ordinary as far as God is concerned.

Thank You Jesus!

Biblical Concept On Marriage

Marriage Ring

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Christian Courtship

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Prayer

Christian Courtship

Hebrews 13:4: Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:” Colossians 3:5

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Genesis 29:11-20

INTRODUCTION
Christian courtship is a period before wedding/marriage where a Christian brother and sister agree about many issues and see if they both share the same vision, hope and aspirations about marriage. Christian courtship involves two people that have agreed to walk together, in the direction of marriage – Amos 3:3.

OUTLINE
1. THE IMPORTANCE OF COURTSHIP
2. LONG COURTSHIP NOT ADVISABLE

THE IMPORTANCE OF COURTSHIP
Courtship is very important and necessary for the intending couple to observe, if they want to enjoy their marriage. It is during the courtship that proper biblical foundation must be laid down in order to have a happy married life. It is a period to get to know each other intimately apart from carnal knowledge and illicit romance.

Before you venture into wedding plans, both of you must agree on a lot of things like what you both want for your marriage. Know each other’s strength and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and parents. Both of you must realise what marriage means TILL DEATH DO US PART!

Courtship is a time to plan for the wedding and the marriage. One vital issue that must be addressed during this period is to obtain the consent of both parents – Gen. 24:54-59. It is a period to undertake marriage counselling lessons. After proposing to a lady and she has agreed to marry you, the next thing to do is to obey the Biblical injunction to prove all things – 1 Thess. 5:21. Secretly indulging in bodily, emotional and sexual pleasure at this stage with your marriage partner is a sin – Rom. 12:1-2. It is a potential sign of marital failure.

LONG COURTSHIP NOT ADVISABLE
Long courtship, in the interest of the two partners is not advisable. In some churches, long courtship of not less than two years is encouraged with the hope that with such time input, the couple will get to know each other properly. This can, however, easily expose the partners to sexual temptation and thus break the divine constitution – “Touch not; taste not; handle not.” (Col. 2:21). Besides, human beings can pretend and hide true identities until after the real marriage. To save the intending couple, therefore, a minimum period of six months and maximum of one year is recommended or advisable.

CONCLUSION
Our heavenly Father is the best friend anyone can have but also the worst enemy a man can have. Remember, He is the one that ordained the institution of marriage. It will be dangerous for anyone to attempt to establish a home without Him. Courtship is not a period to play pranks. Watch and be warned.

QUESTIONS
1. What is courtship?
2. Justify the fact that courtship is still relevant today in spite of the present civilization.
3. Why is long courtship dangerous and not advisable?

Eze. 36:26-27

The Holy Spirit in a heart of flesh enables the believer to do the will of God. Desire Him today.

Eccl. 3:1-7

There is time for everything. Wait for God’s approved time.

Eph. 3: 16-20

Strength in the inner man is all that is needed to run the heavenly race correctly.

Matt. 5:13

Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour wherewith shall it be salted? It is henceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men.

2 Cor. 6:17

– Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separated. In order not to conform and spoil your testimony, hold on to God who is able to uphold you to the very end.

1 Tim. 6:6

– Anyone without Christ is ungodly and great loser. Hook on to God.

Num. 36:3 & 6

– Anyone who marries carnally is alien to the kingdom of God.

Thank You Jesus!

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Knowing God’s Will In Marriage

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Prayer

Knowing God’s Will In Marriage

Ephesians_5-25: Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it

MEMORY VERSE:

“House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the LORD.” – Proverbs 19:14

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Genesis 24:1-19

INTRODUCTION
Marriage is the legal relationship between a husband and wife that lasts for a life time. The step taken before going into this journey is very important to prevent pitfall – Gen. 2:21-22. In knowing God’s will, therefore, you do not have to rely on vague hunches and weird rituals. As a child of God, you have His word, it is spirit within you, and His men to guide and counsel you.

OUTLINE
1. THE RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD FIRST
2. GODLY COUNSEL FOR MARRIAGE

THE RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD FIRST
Marriage is a creation of God. It all started from Him – Gen. 2:18. God will only guide His own – Jer. 10:23. He will not play a guessing game with His people. He wants us to know and do His will and He is actively involved in revealing it. Therefore, before seeking God’s will in marriage, first have a relationship with Him – Ps. 119:130; Ps. 119:105.

Develop your God’s gift and master how God guides your steps – Ps. 85:8. This will reduce stress, give your life meaning and prepare you for eternity – 2 Pet. 1:3-4. You must be found working – Gen. 2:15-18. Marriage is not for lazy people. Marriage is for adults.

GODLY COUNSEL FOR MARRIAGE
God does not want His people to be joined with unbelievers – 2 Cor. 6:14-16; 1 Cor. 6:15-17.

How do we recognise God’s will in marriage?

A. Through the word of God

– Prov.3:5-7.

God has placed His word in our hands so we can have a much more objective set of guidelines to follow than dreams, feelings and impulses. Despite your dreams and conviction, pray to have scriptural backing – Prov. 18:22; Gen. 2:22; Prov. 19:14.

B. God will work in you to do His will.

He will use circumstances and situations to perfect His will for your life – Rom. 8:28; Phil. 2:12-13.

You must therefore remain sensitive, paying attention to doors He opens and closes to direct your path.

C. Through the counsel of elders or spiritual heads in the church

Ps. 1:1; Pro. 19:21; Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 15:22; Proverbs 20:5; Rom. 15:14; Acts. 1:24; Titus 2:3-5.

Passion for sex may influence your hasty decision for self-pleasure, therefore, at that sensitive moment, do not despise Godly counsel from spiritual heads – Judges 14:1-3, Prov. 14:29; Isa. 52:12.

D. The environment you are and your peers will also influence your choice.

Therefore, keep company with believers and not unbelievers – 1 Cor. 15:33; 1 Sam. 8:5-6.

CONCLUSION
Prayer, pure word of God, worship, fellowship and service for God and right environment of good spiritual nourishment are factors that aid our spiritual sensitivity. Pray for our singles today.

QUESTIONS
1. What is marriage?
2. What is the first thing to do in knowing God’s will in marriage?
3. Can you rely on impulses, feelings and dreams in knowing God’s will?
4. Why is it dangerous to rely on our own knowledge and power to choose a partner?
5. Mention three things you can rely on in knowing God’s will.

1 Cor. 7:32

– Learn to please God first before seeking His will in marriage.

Ps. 85:8

God is still leading His people today.

Pro. 20:18

Confirm your choice through Godly counsel.

Acts. 1:24

Always pray and rely on God concerning your choice.

Judg. 14:1-3

Listen to your spiritual parents.

Gen. 2:15

Engage in something profitable.

Ps. 25:9

God will only guide the meek and the humble.

Thank You Jesus!

Ephesians_5-25: Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it

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It Wasn’t For Nothing That Christ Died For Us

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It Wasn’t For Nothing That Christ Died For Us

Romans_5-8: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome

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:

(2 Peter 1:3).

The Christian is the fruit of Christ’s suffering. The Bible talks about the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should be revealed (1 Peter 1:11). We’re that glory; we’re His joy and His trophies.

We’re the glory He saw that made Him endure the cross and despise the shame (Hebrews 12:2).

For the Christian, suffering is absolutely unnecessary, because Jesus already paid the price for you to live a glorious life. Everything required for your success has been consummated. He died so you can live a life of honour, dignity and excellence. The most beautiful part is that, it all didn’t end with His death and burial.

He rose triumphantly back to life on the third day. That’s what we celebrate at Easter. Just as death couldn’t hold Him bound, nothing today can hold you bound. If you couldn’t walk, rise up and walk! Walk out of that sickness, for the glory has come!

This is the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He’s brought us victory, success, health and prosperity. Believe and receive this truth.

Prayer

Dear Heavenly Father! thank You for the life of transcendental blessings I have by the resurrection of Jesus Christ! Now! I live the glory life! I reign and rule as a King, in Jesus Name! Amen!

Thank You Jesus!

Romans_5-8: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

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Just Like Jesus

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Prayer

Just Like Jesus

Philippians_3-10: All I want is to know Christ and to experience the power of his resurrection, to share in his sufferings and become like him in his death

1-Samuel_2-2: There is none holy as the LORD: for there is none beside thee: neither is there any rock like our God

By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome

Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world (1 John 4:17).

Jesus Christ is the effulgence of the Father’s glory; the express image of His Person (Hebrews 1:3). And that’s exactly what He’s made us; we’re the effulgence of His
glory, for as He is—the glory of the Father—so are we in this world (1 John 4:17).

Jesus said, “And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them; that they may be one, even as we are one” (John 17:22).

This is extraordinary. If only you’d live with this consciousness every day! 2 Corinthians 3:18 explains it some more. It lets us know that the Word of God is a mirror: “But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.” A mirror reflects whatever is set before it. If you stood in front of a mirror, you’d see your own reflection. The Word of God is a mirror, and the image of you that it reflects is called “the glory of God”; that’s who you really are!

What we read in John 17:22, is God holding up His mirror for you to see that you’re a partaker of His glory. You’ve been glorified just like Jesus. When Jesus walked the earth, He walked gloriously. He lived and manifested the glory of God. He walked on water, talked to the wind and the waves, unstopped deaf ears, opened blind eyes, healed lame legs, restored maimed limbs, and even raised the dead. We have the same ability within us to function likewise, because the same Holy Spirit that was the power and essence of Jesus, lives in us today.

This has effectively removed you from the class of ordinary men; you’re an associate of the God-kind. You’re the dispenser of God’s righteousness, love, wisdom, mercies and grace. God chose you to be the one to show forth His praises and manifest His glory in the earth: “But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light” (1 Peter 2:9).

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank You for Your glory in my life. I affirm that my life is the manifestation of Your wisdom and grace, and Your righteousness is revealed and evident in me. You’ve made me a light in a dark world, and my light shines everywhere. I impact my world with your righteousness, wisdom, and love, today, and always, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

2 Corinthians 3:18 AMP

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Genesis_1-26: And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth

Psalms_1-3: And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper

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Feed On The Right Information, For It Is Written, Man Shall Not Live By Bread Alone

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Feed On The Right Information, For It Is Written, Man Shall Not Live By Bread Alone

Matthew_4-4: But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.

By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome

…It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God
(Matthew 4:4).

In today’s world, people are more particular about what they eat. While some eat the right food to stay healthy, there’re those who, from eating all the wrong things, have put their health in jeopardy.

It’s the same thing spiritually. As a Christian, you must feed on the right information. You must feed your faith with the Word of God. Some Christians would rather feed their fears than feed their faith. You feed your fears when you give attention to wrong or noxious information.

The food for the human spirit is God’s word. Jesus said, “…Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4).

Whilst God’s Word makes the human spirit come alive—buoyant with faith, hope and love, unwholesome words poison and destroy the human spirit. Such negative information that are harmful to the human spirit proceed from giving attention to
the wrong things.

The effect of feeding on wrong information in the life of a Christian may not be seen overnight; but with time, such a person gets weaker and weaker spiritually. Before long, he’s no longer as fervent in spiritual things as he used to be. Then, his life takes a completely different turn from God’s original plan.

Give attention to the right information. Fortify and energize your spirit for success with God’s Word. The forces of life are domiciled in your spirit; as you feed your spirit with
the Word, you’ll be able to produce every good thing you want in life from within you. Jesus said, “A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things”
(Matthew 12:35).

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank You for the opportunity to hear and receive
Your Word, for it to bring about a transformation in my life. My passion for Your Word is
increased, and I’ve been made wise and excellent by Your Word today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Matthew_4-4: But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.

And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.

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We’re God’s Partners In Winning Others

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We’re God’s Partners In Winning Others

Hebrews_6-10: For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister, God Cares

Matthew_9-37: Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few

By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome

I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance (Luke 15:7).

In life, many people give attention to things that aren’t so important. They strive to be famous and gain human recognition, but these aren’t what God wants. When you eventually stand before the Master, He won’t ask for the accolades you received from men or the wealth you amassed while on earth. Rather, He’ll be interested in what you did with the Gospel in saving souls. It’s clear from our opening verse what God is after; He wants you to love Him and live for Him as His partner in soul-winning.

Daniel 12:3 says, “And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.”

Living for the Lord and partnering with Him to win the lost is the highest calling and greatest honour! You’ll only experience maximum fulfilment and joy if your passion, emotions, desires, and appetites are founded on Christ, and your pursuit is the
establishment of His righteousness in the hearts of men.

Every soul on earth is valuable to God. He ransomed all men with the precious blood of His Son, Jesus. That’s why when one sinner repents, there’s joy in heaven. We therefore
have the responsibility of taking His Gospel to the ends of the earth; the salvation of souls should be our passion.

Plan a personal soul-winning outreach during this Easter period. The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus has reconciled even the worst sinner to God. It has made possible for men to become sons of God. But many in the world still don’t know this; it’s our job to proclaim this truth to them. So, make soul-winning your top priority in everything.

Proverbs 11:30 says, “The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.”

We’re the wise ones, sent by God to shine the light of the Gospel and bring men out of
darkness, into the glorious liberty of the sons of God. We’re God’s partners in soul-winning. Hallelujah!

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank You for the honour of making me Your partner in winning others. I
understand my purpose on earth: to be Your light, a minister of reconciliation, pointing men in the direction of Your grace to receive salvation. You’ve made me the dispenser of Your glory and righteousness. Thank You for this high calling, in Jesus’ Name.
Amen.

2 Corinthians 5:18-20

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Proverbs_11-30: The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise

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Ever Increasing Faith

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Ever Increasing Faith

Hebrews_11-6: But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him

MEMORY VERSE:

But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. – Hebrews 11:6

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Hebrews 11:1-16

INTRODUCTION

Faith is very important to Christians. It makes us behave as if we have got something that we expect but which we really have not got but we know it would surely come. In the Christian race, we cannot do without it. In actual fact, every one of us exhibits a measure of faith but, perhaps for many, not as much as the patriarchs. With it, they obtained a good report, escaped death and were declared righteous. God wants our faith to increase continually. With it, we will easily get to the height which He has prepared for us physically, spiritually, financially, in our marriage, in our ministry and materially – Heb. 11:1.

OUTLINE
1. HOW TO OBTAIN FAITH
2. HOW CAN OUR FAITH INCREASE CONTINUOUSLY?

HOW TO OBTAIN FAITH
Jesus is the Author and Finisher of our faith – Heb. 12:2. Faith is produced by reading, hearing or studying the word of God and obeying it. Faith comes when we remember the things that God has done for us in the past and we share our testimonies – 1 Sam. 17:37. Being a gift of God, we can also obtain faith by asking in prayers – Lk. 17:5; Rom. 12:3; Eph. 4:7; 1 Cor. 12:7-11; Acts 8:12; Rom. 10:14-17; Jn. 20:31; 2 Tim. 3:15.

HOW CAN OUR FAITH INCREASE CONTINUOUSLY?
It is important that our faith increases every day. This can be so if we study the word of God the more so that we can receive more revelations from Him. We must also pray persistently to God to increase our faith. Another important thing is that we must be determined to stay out of sin and obey the word of God. We must also be prepared to confess and demonstrate our faith always and everywhere.

Finally, we must separate ourselves from unbelievers and the ways of the world and be prepared to go all out for Jesus- Ps. 119:18; Heb. 11:13; 1 Thess. 5:17; Lk. 18:1; Jam. 1:21-22; Jam. 2:17-18; Gal. 2:20; 1 Jn. 2:15; Jam. 4:4; Rom. 8:35-39.

CONCLUSION
What has faith accomplished for you? Thank the Lord for them and ask Him to increase your faith everyday till you meet Him in glory.

QUESTIONS
1. What is faith?
2. How is faith obtained?
3. How can we increase our faith?

Is. 28:16

– Jesus is tasted and sure. Believe in Him and lean not on your own understanding.

Jude 1:3

– In this perverse generation, earnestly contend for the faith of the true Gospel.

Lk. 22:32

– In the midst of temptations or adversity, do not allow your faith to fail.

Lk. 17:5

– Ask the Lord to increase your faith.

Matt. 17:19-20

– With faith comes power to heal.

Gal. 2:20

– Live by the faith of Jesus and let His soul have pleasure in you.

Acts 14:27

– Ask the Lord to open the door of faith in every dark parts of the world.

Thank You Jesus!

Hebrews_12-2: Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God

Galatians_2-20: I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me

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April 2017 RCCG Special Holy Ghost Service Prayer Points, ABBA FATHER 3

Posted on April 8, 2017 by Prayer

April 2017 RCCG Special Holy Ghost Service Prayer Points, ABBA FATHER 3

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1. Abba Father teach me and my children to excel

2. Abba Father there is no poverty in your family don’t let me lack

3. Abba Father if I offend you correct me don’t leave me alone

4. Father guide me into my breakthrough

5. Father tell me what to do so that I would succeed

Thank You Jesus.

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Faith That Works

Posted on April 7, 2017 by Prayer

Faith That Works

James_1-3: Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience

MEMORY VERSE:

“Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.” – James 2:17

BIBLE PASSAGE:

James 2:14-20

INTRODUCTION

In this study, our focus shall be on faith that works. Therefore, we shall, for the sake of today’s lesson, define faith as the “work of righteousness.”

OUTLINE
1. FAITH THAT WORKS
2. SOME WORKS OF FAITH

FAITH THAT WORKS
Our faith in the Lord Jesus has brought to us a common salvation through our confession – Rom. 10:9.

This is the start of our relationship with Him. He first did something for us through our faith in Him. Then, we too should reciprocate by doing something for Him. We can put faith into action in the following ways:
i. We can rise for the salvation of others. This can be done through a daily testimony of Christ – Titus 2:11.
ii. Our faith in the all-sufficient God can propel us to share our food with the poor and provide clothing for the naked, particularly the believers – Jam. 2:14-16.
iii. Our faith in the prayer-answering Saviour will move us from selfish and self-centred prayers to fervent prayers for the sick, destitute, government, nations and the church of God universal – Jam. 5:14-19; 1 Tim. 2:1-5.
iv. Through our faith in God, we can be more submissive to Him in various ministerial assignments – Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Pastor, and Teacher – Eph. 4:11.
v. Through our faith in Him, believers can perform signs and wonders. We can cast out devils – Mk. 16:17– loose the bands of wickedness, undo heavy burdens, deliver the oppressed and break every yoke – Is. 58:6.

SOME WORKS OF FAITH
A living faith produces certain results that could be called the works of faith because faith without works is dead. These works include ability to resist the devil and to overcome the world. Living faith also produces good report i.e. has a positive perception of circumstance. Saints overcome all difficulties by a living faith. In fact, anything that is not of faith is sin. Jam. 2:21-25; Gal. 2:20; Rom. 11:20; 2 Cor. 1:24; 1 Pt. 5:9; Eph. 6:16; Heb. 11:2; Mt. 17:20; Rom. 14:23.

CONCLUSION
The kingdom of God does not permit idleness. It requires everyone to work out his or her salvation with fear and trembling. It is by doing this that we can please the One who chose us. Is your faith evidenced by works?

QUESTIONS
1. When is faith regarded as dead?
2. State some works that are evidences of living faith.

Num. 13:30

– Your inheritance in Christ is still available for you if have the faith to claim it.

Job 19:25

– Your circumstances does not really matter as long as Christ is with you. He cannot fail.

Dan. 3:17

– No fire of the enemy can hurt a man of steadfast faith who remains in Christ.

Dan. 6:10

– Faith in Christ conquers fears that lead to sin.

Matt. 16:16

– Faith produces revelation of divine secrets.

Lk. 7:50

– Your faith is the strength of your victory.

2 Tim. 1:5

– Faith is contagious.

Thank You Jesus!

Matthew_17-20: And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you

1-John_5-4-3: For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith

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Anointing

Posted on April 7, 2017 by Prayer

Anointing

Psalms_23-5: Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” Luke 10: 19

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Romans 8: 35-39

INTRODUCTION
Previous study emphasised the gateway to anointing, who qualifies for it and the effects on the recipients. Hopefully, we must be flowing in anointing by now, rich enough to prepare us for battles and assure us of victories. May the Comforter continue to enrich our spirit man in Jesus’ name. Amen.

OUTLINE
1. ANOINTING FOR WARFARE
2. ANOINTING FOR VICTORY

ANOINTING FOR WARFARE
All genuinely born again Christians, by our calling, are daily involved in spiritual warfare – Eph. 6: 10-12. In every spiritual battle, however, there is always a Lord mighty in battle to confront it on behalf of the Christian warrior – Ps. 24: 8. His might can be engaged in any battle through the following:

(a) The knowledge of the word of God:

The Holy Spirit, resting on the word of God inside a believer, brings the enemy under his feet – Dan. 11: 32; Jn. 8:32. The word spoken creates a way of escape for the believer – Heb. 2:3. These words are sharp and quick – Mt. 28:20; 1 Jn. 4: 4; Pro. 24: 5. The believers of old, as well as the contemporary ones with the true and accurate knowledge of their God, never lose any battle. For example,
David defeated Goliath – I Sam. 17: 36-37. Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego defied Nebuchadnezzar – Dan. 3: 16-18. Daniel survived the lions’ den – Dan. 6: 21-22 and Paul and Silas in prison – Acts. 16: 25-29.

(b) Confidence

Ps. 125: 1-3. Man easily becomes a victim of what he fears – Job. 3: 25 – but confidence triggers anointing in battle. It is built on:

(i) Righteousness – II Cor. 5: 21. The righteous is as bold as a lion. Who will stand if God marks iniquity? – Ps. 130: 3.

(ii) Ever-abiding presence of God – Matt. 28: 2.

(iii) The Name of Jesus. The anointed Name of Jesus, which means Saviour from all harassment of the enemy – Phil. 2: 9-11.

(iv) The voice of the Lord – Ps. 29: 5, which can never be withstood by any obstacle, no matter how strong.

ANOINTING FOR VICTORY
The anointing backing up the believer constantly grants resounding victories. e.g. Samson conquered each time the Spirit of the Lord came upon him – Judg. 14: 19. David, the man after God’s heart, right from the day he was anointed fought battles but never lost any because of the anointing – I Sam. 16: 3. The Lord Jesus Christ is also a perfect example of resounding victories. His mission was to destroy the works of Satan – I Jn. 3: 8. He conquered the hosts of hell – Mk. 1: 24, and the seas – Matt. 8: 27, death – Lk. 7: 14; Jn. 11: 43 and physical assailants (obviously possessed by the demons of accusation and murder) – Jn. 18: 3-6. It was the anointing that typified the tribe of Judah as the conquering tribe – Gen. 49: 8-12.

The Lord Jesus is the Lion of the tribe of Judah and every born again child of God automatically belongs to the conquering tribe with the conquering anointing –Rev. 5: 5; Eph. 5: 8; 2 Cor. 2: 14. This ever-conquering anointing, manifests in fearlessness as a weapon of conquest. It also uses absolute obedience to divine instructions as weapon of conquest – 2 Tim. 1: 7; Jn. 8: 28

CONCLUSION
Assurance of victory in any battle of life is the promise of the ever-conquering Lord Jesus to every truly born-again Christian. Engage His MIGHT now in whatever battle that is confronting you and obtain your victory.

QUESTIONS
1. What is the confronting anointing in warfare?
2. How do you engage this might of the Lord in battle?
3. Prove from the Bible that the Lord Jesus Christ and truly born-again Christians are rightful possessors of ever conquering comforting anointing.

Jn. 16: 33

– By the Comforter, we have peace, joy and victory.

Rev. 3: 21

– We shall overcome and reign.

Judg. 1: 1-2

– Whoever the Lord commissions by His power always become an overcomer.

Heb. 13: 5

–My Commander – in – Chief, my Chief Commissioner, will never leave me nor forsake me.

Matt. 28: 20

– As I willingly obey my Lord, He will give me power to attain to the end.

I Jn. 4: 4

– I am persuaded because Jesus in me is greater than any circumstance.

Rev. 3: 5

– The anointed victor is not a loser after all. He shall have a new name in Heaven.

Thank You Jesus!

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God’s Anointing

Posted on April 7, 2017 by Prayer

God’s Anointing

2-Corinthians_12-9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me

MEMORY VERSE:

“How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him”. Act. 10:38

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Luke 10: 1-19

INTRODUCTION
Last week, we examined in this series the fact that anointing is the divine enabling grace, otherwise referred to as RAIN-POWER. This Rain Power comes about after repeated in-filling with the Holy Spirit whose continuous flow is dependent on certain conditions including love of righteousness, hatred for iniquity, walking in love and living a life of praise. May the Comforter Himself teach us and bless us more as we continue with the series in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

OUTLINE
1. THE GATEWAY TO ANOINTING
2. QUALIFICATIONS FOR AND THE EFFECTS OF ANOINTING.

THE GATEWAY TO ANOINTING
Thirst is the gateway to anointing. King David, for example, craved for it – Ps. 42: 1. This craving should be a continuous one to keep the seeker constantly in the flow – Isa. 55: 1. Other great men of God such as Moses and Paul also had similar craving, which God satisfied – Ex .33: 12-14; Phil. 3: 10. After great achievements, God enjoins the Spirit-filled believer to stand – Eph. 6: 13 – as this opens doors to greater heights in the pilgrim’s journey – Phil. 3: 13-14.

Additionally, a constant realisation of one’s emptiness/ nakedness before his/her Maker triggers one into increased anointing e.g. the Lord Jesus Christ, who despite His baptism with the Holy Spirit after His water baptism at Jordan river, still craved for the fulfilment of prophecy over Him – Lk. 4: 14-21.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AND THE EFFECTS OF ANOINTING
Those who qualify for anointing include the unworthy e.g. king Saul – I Sam. 10: 11-12, foolish (by worldly standard) I Cor. 1: 26-28, humble (self- abased) I Pet. 5: 6; Jam. 4: 6 and the just – e.g. Moses – Ex. 3: 11-12 ,Ex 4: 10-12.

Talking about the effects, the anointing transforms the believer. He becomes “another person” as it were, e.g. King Saul – I Sam. 10: 6. When backed up with biblical fasting, it speeds up the spirit of man – Isa. 58: 1-8 – thus increasing the flow of anointing and making difficult cases a walkover – Matt. 17: 21. Consider the fasting lives of great men such as Paul and Moses – 2 Cor. 11: 27; Ex. 24: 18; Ex. 34: 29-35.

CONCLUSION
Brethren, do not rest when you should be doing exploit for God. As the Lord satisfied the thirst for anointing of David, He can do likewise for you. Do not write off yourself but come before God as you are and be sure He will satisfy you in Jesus’ name. Amen.

QUESTIONS
1. What essentially is the gateway to anointing?
2. Who qualifies for anointing?
3. What are the effects of anointing?

Ps. 38: 9

– God will satisfy a sincere groaning and desire for anointing.

Ps. 27: 4

– It takes an anointed vessel to desire nothing but the presence of the Lord all the time, therefore, desire anointing.

Lk. 6: 21

– Lord, satisfy me physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually today, in Jesus’ name.

Ps. 63: 1

– Satisfy me today, oh Lord, as I seek you early.

Ps. 63: 5

– As you satisfy me today with your abundance of grace, my mouth shall be full of laughter and I will praise you.

Ps. 107: 9

– Your word is truth; I shall certainly be a partaker of your good news today.

Ps. 23: 5

– My cup shall overflow.

Thank You Jesus!

1-Corinthians_1-18: For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God

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The Anointing

Posted on April 6, 2017 by Prayer

The Anointing

Psalms_23-5: Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and rejoice in the LORD your God: for he hath given you the former rain moderately, and he will cause to come down for you the rain, the former rain, and the latter rain in the first month.” Joel. 2: 23.

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Acts. 4: 5-20

INTRODUCTION
What is anointing? What are the conditions for maintaining the flow of anointing? May the Comforter teach and bless us in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

OUTLINE
1. WHAT IS ANOINTING?
2. CONDITIONS FOR MAINTAINING THE FLOW

WHAT IS ANOINTING?
Anointing is the outflow of the Holy Spirit through a sanctified vessel. It is a divine enabling grace – Acts. 4: 5-20. It is likened unto Rain – Zech. 10: 1; Joel. 2:23, but it is neither the “WELL” of water springing up into everlasting life… Jn .4:14, nor the flowing “RIVERS” of living water… Jn. 7: 38 – for these are referring to the operations of the Holy Ghost at the new birth and at baptism of believers (not of water) respectively. This is the Rain of the POWER of God from above to increase the water levels of both the “WELL” and the “River” to bring about the overflow –Lk. 4:18-19. The anointing determines the volume of water in the rivers, which in turn determines the functions to which they can be put.

Similarly, for example, the level of anointing in a man determines the number of people he can carry along or his productivity as a man of God e.g. compare – Acts. 2: 41 with Acts 4: 8-32 when three thousand and multitudes of people received Christ respectively after baptism in the Holy Ghost. The Lord Jesus, as a perfect example, came under strong anointing and His fame went abroad – Acts. 10: 38. Anointing makes the Christian life active and full of results. As it were, it enthrones the believer – Jn. 14: 12; I Pet .2: 9; Rev. 1: 6. The anointing breaks every yoke of the devil and demolishes any mountain etc – Isa. 10: 27.

CONDITIONS FOR MAINTAINING THE FLOW
1. Love for righteousness, hatred for iniquity.

The Lord Jesus never ran out of anointing because He loved righteousness and hated iniquity – Ps. 45: 6-7; Jn. 14: 30; 2 Cor. 5: 21, Ps. 51:10.

Sin places a limit on anointing. Paul, a successful Apostle, was no exception – I Thess. 2: 10. God enjoins us to “DO” righteousness also – I Jn. 3: 7.

2. Walking in Love.

If a believer is to constantly flow in anointing, love for God, himself, the ministry, the church and people in general must be paramount. A release of fresh anointing always followed the compassionate feelings of the Lord Jesus – Jn. 11: 35-44, Mk. 6: 34-41.

3. Living a life of praise.

A life of praise increases the flow of anointing. Murmuring and complaints keep anointing far away so do not engage in either e.g. the journey that would have taken the anointed Israel forty days lasted forty years because of murmuring – Josh. 5: 6.

CONCLUSION
All true believers that want to succeed in the pilgrim’s way must equally desire ever- flowing anointing. The Kingdom of God is not in words but in the demonstration of the Spirit and power. Samuel was a highly anointed man of God that did not allow any of his words to fall to the ground – I Sam. 3: 19. Pray for your anointing now in Jesus’ name. Amen.

QUESTIONS
1. Define anointing.
2. Explain anointing as the rain of power.
3. What are the conditions for maintaining the flow of anointing?

I Sam. 12: 3-4

– The anointing in the life of any true minister of God separates him into a divine position of integrity that no one can query.

Ex. 29: 36

– Not only is God interested in the sanctification of the altar of God but also the anointing as well.

Ex. 30: 26

– It is good that every sanctuary of God be anointed so that God can be there.

Ex. 40: 10

– An anointing service sanctifies vessels unto honour for the master’s use.

Lev. 8: 11

– God is a respecter of procedure. He wants to anoint you too.

Num. 7: 1

– Every vessel of honour must be anointed.

Lev. 8: 30

– Priests must be anointed.

Thank You Jesus!

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In God’s Presence 2

Posted on April 6, 2017 by Prayer

In God’s Presence 2

Psalms_51-11: Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.” Philippians 4:6

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Philippians 4:4-9

INTRODUCTION

In our last study, considerations were given to the definition of prayer, reasons for praying and where and when to pray. Hopefully, most of us should have cultivated the regular attitude of prayer by now, as we consider other aspects of prayer today. May the Holy Spirit help us even as we continue in our studies on the master key, prayer.

OUTLINE
1. FOR WHAT SHOULD I PRAY?
2. HOW SHOULD I PRAY?
3. WHY ARE SOME PRAYERS UNANSWERED?

FOR WHAT SHOULD I PRAY?
Subject for prayers includes the following:

(a) Pray for the sick – Jam. 5:13-16.

(b) Pray for all men, for the President, Governors, Commissioners, the General Superintendent, Pastors, Deacons, workers, the Choir, the ushers, the Sunday School Teachers, the children, the youths and the elders – I Tim. 2:1-4.

(c) Pray for every Christian to be made perfect in Christ Jesus – Col. 1:28.

(d) Pray for your enemies – Mt. 5:38-48.

(e) Pray for wisdom and understanding – I Kgs. 3:5-9.

(f) Pray for personal safety and the safety of others – Dan. 6:18-23.

(g) Pray for a longer life – Isa. 38:1-5.

(h) Pray for the second coming of Christ, that you may be able to do the will of the Lord, to receive daily bread, forgiveness, guidance, victory over temptation and sin – Mt. 6:9-13.

(i) Include your own individual requests.

Do you think it is still difficult to pray without ceasing?

HOW SHOULD I PRAY?

(a) The Holy Spirit should guide us in our praying – Rom. 8:26-27.

(b) We must pray with faith in the existence of God – Heb.11: 6.

(c) We must pray persistently – Lk. 18:1-8.

(d) We must pray with humility – 2 Chr. 7:14.

(e) We must not ask God to do anything contrary to His will – Mt. 26:39.

(f) We must forgive others if we want God to answer our prayers – Mk. 11:25.

(g) We must be obedient to God – I Jn. 3:22.

(h) We must not stray from the way – Jn. 15:7.

(i) We must pray in Jesus’ name – Jn. 16:24.

WHY ARE SOME PRAYERS UNANSWERED?

There are four major causes of unanswered prayers, namely:

1). Unbelief – Jam. 1:6-7.

2) An unforgiving spirit – Mk. 11:25.

3) Sin – Ps. 66:18.

4) Asking amiss i.e. asking with wrong motives or against the will of God – Jam. 4:3.

CONCLUSION
Has any of your prayers been answered? Do you enjoy talking to the Almighty God? God enjoys listening to you as you talk to Him. Any sinner is privileged too to pray a simple prayer that God should be merciful to him or her

QUESTIONS
1. List some terms of prayers.
2. How should a Christian pray?
3. Mention four reasons some prayers are unanswered.

Ezra 9:5

Pray in humility.

Dan. 6:10

Pray with boldness.

1 Kgs. 8:22

– Pray with a surrendering heart.

Lk. 22:44

– Pray fervently.

Eph. 6:18

Remember to always intercede as you pray.

Ex. 2:23

– The Lord hears prayers.

Jam. 4:3

– Do not ask amiss for lustful pleasure.

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Psalms_100-2: Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing

Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Donald Trump With The Precious Blood Of Jesus! He Shall Finish Strong, To Your Glory Through Christ Jesus Our Lord And Saviour! Amen!

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In God’s Presence

Posted on April 6, 2017 by Prayer

In God’s Presence

Exodus_33-14-2: And he said, My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest.

Psalms_16-11: Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:” Matthew 7:7

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Matthew 6:5-15

INTRODUCTION

It is a common practice to lock up valuables in special rooms and with special keys. Where to keep these valuables, whether in the outer rooms or in the inner strong rooms, depends on how valuable they are to you. Though there are different keys to these rooms, there is a master key, however, that is available to the master of the house to unlock at will any of the doors to these rooms. Today, we will begin to examine the spiritual master key of the house to unlock doors to answers to petitions of God’s children, that is, prayer.

OUTLINE
1. WHAT IS PRAYER?
2. WHY SHOULD WE PRAY?
3. WHERE AND WHEN CAN ONE PRAY?

WHAT IS PRAYER?
Prayer, simply put, is the soul of man talking to God. It is worship addressed to God the Father, in the name of God the Son and through the power of the Holy Spirit – Acts 12:5; Jn. 14:13; Eph. 6:18; Rom. 8:26-27.

Prayer should consist of the following:

(a) Adoration i.e. praises and worship of God for what God is e.g. God is good, merciful, kind, powerful, faithful, just etc. When you praise God for what He is rather than what He has done for you, it is true worship – Ps. 95:6.

(b) Confession and repentance from every known sin – Ps. 32:5. Washing in the blood of Christ will follow. If you are already sanctified and you have no sin to confess, wash in the blood all the same. You can never be too clean.

(c) Thanksgiving. Be thankful for anything and everything that God has done – Phil. 4:6.

(d) Supplication i.e. intercession, requests, petitions and desires can now be addressed to God, in the name of Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit – I Tim. 2:1.

WHY SHOULD WE PRAY?
God commands us to pray – Lk. 18:1; 1 Thess. 5:17; 1 Chro. 16:11; Jam. 5:13; Ps. 50:15.

Jesus prayed and Christian followers of Jesus are expected to pray – Mk. 1:35; Lk. 6:12; Lk. 3:21.

The early Church prayed, so, churches too should pray – Acts 4:23-31; Acts 12:5-6; Eph. 1:15-20; Col. 4:12.

The believers of old prayed too e.g. Moses in Exodus 15:23-25; Jesus, Matt. 26:39-42, David in Psalm 51:1-2 and Elijah too – 1 Kgs. 18:37-39; Jam. 5:17-18.

WHERE AND WHEN CAN ONE PRAY?
We can pray everywhere – I Tim. 2:8, in the closet – Mt. 6:6, or in the church, – Lk. 18:10. Private prayer may be made in the secret place. Family prayer will involve a large group and may be made in the sitting room while public prayer may be made before the congregation.

We can pray in the morning – Ps. 5:3, at noon and in the evening – Ps. 55:17, day and night – Ps. 88:1, daily – Ps. 86:3, and always – Lk. 18:1. It is not only when you are on your knees with your eyes closed that you can pray. You can pray as you drive to work, while at work or while resting. Singing praises to God is also a form of prayer. Pray without ceasing – 1 Thess. 5:17.

CONCLUSION
We have just discovered some fundamental truths about the master key, especially the aspects of when and where to apply it. Let us, therefore, act now and present all our petitions to God in the name of Jesus Christ. It is certain that He will answer accordingly to His perfect will for us.

QUESTIONS
1. What is prayer?
2. Where can we pray?
3. Why should we pray?
4. When can we pray as believers?

Mk. 11:24

God is ready to answer us when we pray to Him in faith.

Jn. 15:7

Requests placed before God will be answered according to the word of God only.

I Jn. 5:4-15

The will of God is an essential condition to answered prayers.

Phil. 4:6

Anxiety is a negative response or reaction to situations. Pray instead of being anxious

Heb. 4:6

The divine promise of eternal rest is obtainable only through faith.

Lk. 18:1

Do not be scared by prayers. Though time and energy consuming, the prayer time is always a blessing time after all.

Jn. 16:24

The name of Jesus is the needed prerequisite in all our requests to God, for our prayers to be answered.

Thank You Jesus!

Psalms_16-11: Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.

Exodus_33-14-2: And he said, My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest.

Psalms_51-11: Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me.

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Vengeance

Posted on April 6, 2017 by Prayer

Vengeance

Luke_6-37: Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven

MEMORY VERSE

“See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.” 1 Thessalonians 5:15

BIBLE PASSAGE

Romans 12:14-21

INTRODUCTION
Vengeance is seeking to harm someone in return for a perceived offence or injury. God forbids us to avenge ourselves – Lev. 19: 18. How do you respond when someone wrongs you or tries to discredit you? Do you rehearse old offences and feel hurt again? It is our prayers that the Lord will teach us how to close the door on past hurts in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

OUTLINE
1. CAUSES OF VENGEANCE
2. SOLUTION TO HURTS
3. WHY YOU SHOULD NOT AVENGE

CAUSES OF VENGEANCE
One of the causes of vengeance is failure to forgive. People try to take vengeance on past sins not forgiven. The Lord teaches us to forgive – Matt. 18: 21-22; Matthew 6: 14-15. Jesus Christ commands us to love our enemies, bless those who curse us, do good to those who hate us and pray for those who spitefully use and persecute us – Matt. 5:44.

People go into vengeance when they try to avenge a perceived wrong – 2 Sam. 10:1-5.

Not letting go of the past is another cause of vengeance – 1 Kings 2: 5-9; Mk. 6: 24-25.

SOLUTION TO HURTS
God does not want His children to avenge themselves. You must, therefore, never reward evil for good – Prov. 17:13; 2 Sam. 14: 29-33; Luke 6:31; Rom. 12:20-21.

Learn to leave judgments to God – Ps. 94; Deut. 32:35; Heb. 10:30. God is a better judge. You are limited but God is not – Acts. 12: 1-23.

Pray for the spirit of forgiveness. Be Christ-like because in spite of all Jesus Christ suffered, He prayed for His persecutors – Luke 23: 34; Phil 2: 5-8.

WHY YOU SHOULD NOT AVENGE
• It is God’s command – 1 Pet. 3:19; 1 Thss. 5:15; Prov. 20: 22.

• God’s vengeance could be much more than yours – 2 Sam. 12: 7-14; Rom. 12: 17-21; Prov. 25: 21-22.

• Your refusal to avenge makes you better than others – Acts 7: 59-60.

• Your good can change others – Rom. 12: 21.

CONCLUSION
As true children of God we should be Christ-like. Jesus never sought revenge even when He was being nailed to the cross. He offered forgiveness. Leave vengeance to God and allow Him to be the only Judge.

QUESTIONS
1. What is vengeance?
2. What are the causes of vengeance?
3. What are solutions to hurts?

Ex. 22: 24

God’s vengeance can be terrible. Leave vengeance to Him.

Lev. 20: 5

– Do not toy with sin because of God’s vengeance on sinners.

Num. 14: 12

God will avenge you of your enemies.

1 Sam. 2: 25

The wrath of God will come on disobedience.

2 Kg. 9: 7

God does not allow anyone to cast insults on His prophet.

Pro. 20: 22

It is God’s wisdom to leave vengeance to Him.

1 Cor. 6: 7

Settling issues in court amongst brethren is not of God.

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