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

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

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

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

Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Reuven Rivlin 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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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!

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.

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

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

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

Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Reuven Rivlin 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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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

Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Pastor E A Adeboye 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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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!

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.

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

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

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

Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Reuven Rivlin 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 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.

Thank You Jesus!

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 Pastor E A Adeboye With The Precious Blood Of Jesus! He Shall Finish Strong, To Your Glory Through Christ Jesus Our Lord And Saviour! Amen!

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

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!

Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Reuven Rivlin 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

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.

Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Pastor E A Adeboye 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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Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Mr 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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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.

Procrastination

Proverbs_6-6: Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise

MEMORY VERSE:

” Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. ” Proverbs 27: 1

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Luke 9: 59- 62

INTRODUCTION
To procrastinate is to put off a required action until a future time. It means to defer or to postpone.

Life is full of decisions and time is often of essence in these decisions. Procrastination is, therefore, a character flaw that affects millions of people in every walk of life. While it is regarded as normal for people to procrastinate, it can become a problem that can hinder normal life functioning. It cuts across all areas of life, from accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour to attending to assignments by students and many other areas. It is our prayer that the Holy Spirit will teach us as we study in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

OUTLINE

1. CAUSES OF PROCRASTINATION
2. EFFECTS OF PROCRASTINATION
3. SOLUTION TO PROCRASTINATION

CAUSES OF PROCRASTINATION
People procrastinate because of their personal convenience – Acts 24: 25. This is a major reason people do not give their lives to God immediately they hear the word.

Procrastination happens when people are sluggish and show spiritless attitude to the things of God – 2 Chr. 24: 4-5. One other cause of procrastination is laziness – Pro. 26: 13-16; Prov 10: 4.

When people allow worldly entanglement it could lead to procrastination – Gen. 19: 16; Matt. 19: 22. Consideration of family pressure at the expense of God’s business could lead to procrastination of God’s business – Matt. 8: 21; Lk. 9: 59-62.

Elisha ran after Elijah immediately at the expense of family business – 1 Kings 19: 20-21. Environmental distraction is another cause of procrastination – Ecc. 11: 4. We can add to this list.

EFFECTS OF PROCRASTINATION
One of the effects of procrastination is loss of fellowship and opportunities – Matt. 25: 11-12; Lk. 13: 24-25. Procrastination could cause one to be caught off guard and be met unprepared – Matt. 24: 48-51. We could lose souls if we procrastinate in witnessing – Jer. 8: 20.

SOLUTION TO PROCRASTINATION
Proper planning and constant reminder is a solution to procrastination – Lk. 14: 28. Priorities should be set right – Ecc. 3: 1; Isa. 56: 12; Acts 24: 25. Self discipline could help against procrastination. This includes the areas of eating, talking, watching TV, movies, use of telephone and other areas of distraction. It is always better to focus on today and not tomorrow – Matt. 6: 25-31. Always remember that you are here on earth temporarily and let this guide you in your commitment to the work of God – Hab. 2: 3; Matt. 24: 48-51.

CONCLUSION
You may procrastinate but time does not. It keeps on moving. Time waits for no man and the lost time can never be regained. Today’s duty that is put off till tomorrow usually gives you a double burden to bear. The best way is to do it at the proper time. Christ will come like a thief in the night. Repent now and do not postpone your salvation. Tomorrow might be too late –2 Cor. 6:2, Deut. 23:21, Ecc. 5:4, 12:1.

QUESTIONS
1. What is the meaning of procrastination?
2. What are some causes of procrastination?
3. Mention some effects of procrastination.
4. What are the solutions to procrastination?

Gen. 19: 16

– Family ties is a major cause of procrastination.

 
Acts 24: 25

– Immediate decisions are necessary for things of God.

 
Acts 17: 32

– Death is an appointment and resurrection follows, so, act now.

 
Lk. 9: 61

– Every family bond that separates you from God must be cut today.

 
Ecc. 3: 1

– Time is of essence to opportunities. It may never be regained.

 
2 Sam. 20: 5

– God has His set time and He cannot be late.

 
Pro. 10: 4

– Do not allow procrastination to slow you down.

Thank You Jesus!

Proverbs_6-6: Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise

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

Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Mr 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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Hospitality

Lamentations_3-22: It is of the LORD’S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Use hospitality one to another without grudging. As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. ” 1 Peter 4: 9-10

BIBLE PASSAGE

• 2 Kings 4: 8-18

INTRODUCTION

Hospitality is the friendly, generous reception and entertainment of guest, visitors, or strangers. To be hospitable is to offer a home away from home to meet needs and offer rest to those in need.

Paul urged the Corinthian brethren to shelter and support Epaphroditus, one of the brothers in Christ during his visit to the church in Corinth. Phil 2: 28-30. May the Lord help us to make our home/church a happy welcome to guest and visitors in Jesus’ name.

OUTLINE

1. WHY YOU SHOULD BE HOSPITABLE
2. CHRIST WAS ENTERTAINED IN VARIOUS HOMES
3. EXAMPLES OF HOSPITALITY AND RESULTS

WHY YOU SHOULD BE HOSPITABLE
The first important reason you should be hospitable is because God commands it – Deut 10: 19, Rom 12: 13; Rom 15: 25-27. It is a key to miracles – Gen 18: 2-14; 2 Kgs  4: 8-18.

You can entertain angels unknowingly when you are hospitable – Heb 13: 2. Sinners could equally give their lives to Christ when you are hospitable – Lk 7: 36-39; 1 Cor 10: 31; 2 Cor 9: 1.

CHRIST WAS ENTERTAINED IN VARIOUS HOMES
Several people entertained Jesus Christ at different times and at different locations.

Jesus was entertained in the house of Matthew – Mt 9: 10. He was in the house of Simon the leper – Mk 14: 3.

Jesus was in the house of a Pharisee who requested for Him to eat with him – Lk 7: 36.

Jesus was entertained by Martha and Mary in the house – Lk 10: 38.

He was also in the house of Zacchaeus – Lk 19: 5-7.

INSTANCES OF HOSPITALITY

The following are some instances of hospitality in the Bible

 
• Abraham’s house – Gen 18: 4.
• Lot’s house – Gen 19: 2.
• Laban’s house – Gen 24: 31.
• Shunammite woman – 2 Kg 4: 8-18.
• Dorcas – Acts 9: 36-39.
• Lydia – Acts 16: 15.
• Keeper of prison – Acts 16: 34.
• Phebe – Rom. 16: 1-2.
• Churches of Macedonia – 2 Cor. 8: 1-4.

CONCLUSION
Hospitality can open doors to our needs and miracles. God wants us to be generous and be a true giver. He is always doing something in return for our gracious hospitality. When we encounter brethren and men of God who can benefit from our support, we should not hesitate to offer hospitality to them. We should not give the excuse of being tired or not having enough to entertain.

QUESTIONS

1. Why should you be hospitable?
2. Give examples of those who entertained Jesus Christ
3. Mention some instances of hospitality

 
Ex. 2: 20

• You should train your children by example in hospitality.

 
Neh. 5: 17

• Your hospitality should not be limited.

 
Job 31: 32

• No group should be left out in hospitality.

 
Acts 21: 8

• You must be hospitable even as a man of God.

 
Acts 28: 7

• Your actions are recorded by both Heaven and man.

 
Acts 28: 2

• Hospitality should include families and nations.

 
Lk. 14: 1

• Unexpected eyes are watching your level of hospitality.

Thank You Jesus!

Psalms_37-4: Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

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Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Mr 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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Price Of Purity

Romans_12-1: I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service

1-Corinthians_6-19: What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own

MEMORY VERSE:

“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.” Matthew 5:6

BIBLE PASSAGE:

Genesis 39:1-14

INTRODUCTION

It is a common practice in marketing to place prices on articles for sale. The value of an article determines its price. Purity is of eternal value and, therefore, must be priced accordingly. May the Holy Spirit teach and bless us as we examine this important aspect of the Christian life.

OUTLINE
1. WHAT IS PURITY?
2. THE PRICE OF PURITY ILLUSTRATED
3. AFTER THE CROSS IS THE CROWN

WHAT IS PURITY?
Purity is absolute cleanliness of body, soul and spirit, expected of anyone who will want to ascend to the hills of the Lord – Ps 24:3-4. It is the only condition to see God and dwell where He is – Matt 5:8.

It is a springboard for charity and other Christian virtues, for out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks – 1 Tim 1:5; Mt 12:34-35.

THE PRICE OF PURITY ILLUSTRATED
The prosperous, pure, gracious, honoured and favoured Joseph at Potiphar’s house, later paid the price of not yielding to temptation. These include false accusation, ridicule, demotion, dishonour and imprisonment – Gen 39:7-20.

It is written that whosoever will live a godly life in Jesus Christ cannot but suffer persecution – 2 Tim 3:12. There can be no crown without a cross. However, the suffering of this present time can never be compared to the glory that is to be revealed – Rom 8:18.

AFTER THE CROSS IS THE CROWN
The pure are fearless and bold – Job 11:15; Pro 28:1.

They shall be privileged to rapture with the Lord at His appearance – Eph 5:27; 2 Pet 3:14.

The pure shall be enthroned with God – Rev 3:21.

Therefore, the pure are privileged:
a. To eat spiritual food – Rev 2:7.
b.To have a new name – Rev 2:17.
c.To rule over nations.
d.To be clothed with the robes of righteousness.
e.To inherit all things – Rev 21:7.

CONCLUSION
Prices should be readily paid for any noble Christian venture. As Christians whose aspiration is to make Heaven, there must be a strong determination never to tarnish the name of the Lord Jesus Christ who paid the greatest price for our redemption with His precious blood, no matter the cost. His grace is our sufficiency – Phil 4:13.

QUESTIONS
1.What is purity?
2.How does the life of Joseph illustrate the price for purity?
3.What are the benefits of purity?

 
Lev 11:45

– Be holy for God is holy.

 
2 Cor 7:1

• Cleanse yourself of all filthiness.

 
Heb 12:14

– Without holiness, you shall not see God.

 
1 Pet 1:16

– Remain holy.

 
2 Pet 3:11

• Be of holy conversation.

 
Mt 5:20

– Be righteous to enter Heaven.

 
Hos 10:12

• Sow righteousness.

Thank You Jesus!

Romans_12-1: I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service

1-Corinthians_6-19: What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own

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

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

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

Father! In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Your Son! We Cover Your Son Reuven Rivlin 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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