What’s Money got to do with it!

Marriage for Lovers

What’s Money got to do with it!

Memory verse: 1 Timothy 5:8 (NKJV) ⁸ But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

  

Text: 1 Timothy 6:6–10; 2 Thessalonians 3:7–12

  

Grasping Hold of What God Offers

FAITH: THE HEARTBEAT OF AUTHENTIC CHRISTIAN LIVING

“Grasping Hold of What God Offers”

MEMORY VERSE: NKJV | ‎Heb 11:5 By faith Enoch was taken away so that he did not see death, “and was not found, because God had taken him”; for before he was taken he had this testimony, that he pleased God.

When Giants are on Your Life’s Path

A Survival Kit for an Economic Downturn Period

When Giants are on Your Life’s Path

Memory Verse: (Mat 11:28 NIV) "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

Becoming Like Christ

What Are We Here For?

Becoming Like Christ

Memory Verse: Colossians 1:28 (NKJV) ²⁸ Him we preach, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus.

TEXT: Ephesians 4:22–32

INTRODUCTION:

Colossians 1:28; 2 Corinthians 5:17

What happens when we follow the biblical process for becoming like Christ?

1.     Throw off Your Old Way of Life

Ephesians 4:22; 2 Corinthians 5:16

2.     Transform your Thoughts

Ephesians 4:23; Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Proverbs 23:7; John 17:17

“Conversion is a crisis that leads to a process. Through Christ, once and for all, we have been given a new position in His new creation, but day by day, we must by faith appropriate what He has given us. The Word of God renews the mind as we surrender our all to Him.”—Warren Wiersbe

3.     Take on a New Way of Living

Ephesians 4:24; Ephesians 4:25–32; Proverbs 15:1

“Anyone can become angry. But to be angry with the right person, to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose, and in the right way—this is not easy.”—Aristotle, Greek Philosopher

HOW PATRIOTIC ARE YOU?-May 5

SIERRA LEONE SUNDAY 

HOW PATRIOTIC ARE YOU?

Memory Verse: 2 Samuel 10:12 (NKJV)

Be of good courage, and let us be strong for our people and for the cities of our God. And may the LORD do what is good in His sight.”

Patriotism defined as “devoted love, support, and defense of one's country; national loyalty.”—Dictionary.com

A MOTHER WITH A LASTING LEGACY

MOTHERS DAY

A MOTHER WITH A LASTING LEGACY

Proverbs 31:10 (NKJV)

Who can find a virtuous wife?

For her worth is far above rubies.

Proverbs 31:28 (NKJV)

Her children rise up and call her blessed;

Her husband also, and he praises her:

Text: 1 Samuel 1:10–28; 2:1-2

Introduction:
 “The hand that rocks the cradle rules the nation and its destiny.”—South African Proverb

When You Clash

Marriage for Lovers & Aspirers

When You Clash

Memory Verse: Proverbs 16:32 (NKJV)

³²  He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty,

     And he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.

HOW TO LOVE YOUR SPOUSE

Marriage for Lovers & Aspirers

HOW TO LOVE YOUR SPOUSE

Memory Verse: Romans 14:19 (NKJV) “Therefore let us pursue the things which make for peace and the things by which one may edify another.”

  

Introduction: 1 John 4:7–12

The Art of Communication in Marriage

Marriage for Lovers & Aspirers

The Art of Communication in Marriage

Memory verse: Genesis 2:25 (NKJV) ²⁵ And they were both naked, the man and his wife, and were not ashamed.

TEXT: Ephesians 4:25–32

INTRODUCTION: Genesis 2:25

1.      The Principles of Listening. “(Being Attentive)

Proverbs 20:5; 10:19;18:13; James 1:19; Proverbs 4:7;15:28

2.      Principle of Transparency.

Proverbs 11:9; Ephesians 4:15; 25; Proverbs 16:23

3. The Principle of Transmission

2 Timothy 1:7; Proverbs 25:15; Ephesians 4:29, 31–32

26th And Still Counting….

26^th And Still Counting….

Psalm 147:1 (NKJV)

¹    Praise the Lord!

For it is good to sing praises to our God;

For it is pleasant, and praise is beautiful.

Psalm 116:12–14 (NKJV)

¹²   What shall I render to the Lord

For all His benefits toward me?

¹³   I will take up the cup of salvation,

And call upon the name of the Lord.

¹⁴   I will pay my vows to the Lord

Now in the presence of all His people.

Time has the tendency to bring out its funny side. It has a way of making someone seem older even when one is in denial about it. Time has its surprises. It flies and moves very quickly whether we take notice of it or not. That is what time has done to me. It is unbelievable that I have been married for 26 years ago. That is incredible. It is amazing how quick and stealth time flies. Time does not wait for anyone. It does not care whether we agree with it or not. One thing that it does well is make us realize how old we have become unknowingly.

Putting the forgoing aside, I want to appreciate God who made me to be alive today. I thank God for this 26^th anniversary. I pray that we have many more years in Jesus name. I congratulate my wife and I congratulate myself. Happy Anniversary.

Run To Safety

Easter Sunday

Run To Safety

March 31, 2013

Memory Verse: Proverbs 18:10 (NKJV) The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe.

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:1–11; Psalm 118:14–17

Fundamental Attitudes for a Lasting Relationship

Marriage for Lovers & Aspirers

Fundamental Attitudes for a Lasting Relationship

 April 7, 2013

Memory Verse: Romans 15:7 (NIV) ⁷ Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.

TEXT: Ephesians 5:22–33

Divine Blueprint for Marriage

Marriage for Lovers & Aspirers

Divine Blueprint for Marriage

 March 24, 2013 

Memory Verse: Genesis 2:24 (NKJV) “Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.”

Why Marriage

Marriage for Lovers & Aspirers

Why Marriage

March 17, 2013

Genesis 2:18 (NKJV) ¹⁸ And the Lord God said, “It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him.”

What Are We Here For?

What Are We Here For?

Memory Verse: Matthew 24:14 (NKJV) “And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come.” 

A Mandate, A Mission, and A Message

What Are We Here For?

A Mandate, A Mission, & A Message

Memory Verse: Proverbs 11:30 (NKJV) The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And he who wins souls is wise.

Text: Matthew 28:16–20

Saved to Serve

What Are We Here For?

Saved to Serve

^{Memory Verse: “}For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.”  Ephesians 2:10 (NKJV)

Introduction: Ephesians 4:11–13

1.   God created you for Service.

Ephesians 2:10; John 17:4; 2 Timothy 1:9; 1 John 3:14; Matthew 8:15

2.   God gave you Abilities for Service

Ephesians 4:11–13; Romans 12:6; Matthew 25:15; Deuteronomy 8:18;1 Peter 4:10

3.   God expects you to be of service to others.

Mark 10:43; Galatians 6:9–10; Proverbs 3:28; 1 Corinthians 14:12

“Abraham was old, Jacob was insecure, Leah was unattractive, Joseph was abused, Moses stuttered, Gideon was poor, Samson was codependent, Rahab was immoral, David had an affair and all kinds of family problems, Elijah was suicidal, Jeremiah was depressed, Jonah was reluctant, Naomi was a widow, John the Baptist was eccentric to say the least, Peter was impulsive and hot-tempered, Martha worried a lot, the Samaritan woman had several failed marriages, Zacchaeus was unpopular, Thomas had doubts, Paul had poor health, and Timothy was timid.” --Rick Warren

Becoming Like Christ

What Are We Here For?

Becoming Like Christ

 Memory Verse: Colossians 1:28 (NKJV) ²⁸ Him we preach, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus.

TEXT: Ephesians 4:22–32

  

INTRODUCTION:

Colossians 1:28; 2 Corinthians 5:17

  

What happens when we follow the biblical process for becoming like Christ?

1.     Throw off Your Old Way of Life

Ephesians 4:22; 2 Corinthians 5:16

  

2.     Transform your Thoughts

Ephesians 4:23; Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Proverbs 23:7; John 17:17

  

“Conversion is a crisis that leads to a process. Through Christ, once and for all, we have been given a new position in His new creation, but day by day, we must by faith appropriate what He has given us. The Word of God renews the mind as we surrender our all to Him.”—Warren Wiersbe

  

  

3.     Take on a New Way of Living

Ephesians 4:24; Ephesians 4:25–32; Proverbs 15:1

“Anyone can become angry. But to be angry with the right person, to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose, and in the right way—this is not easy.”—Aristotle, Greek Philosopher

The Benefits of a Godly Living

The Rebuilding of Foundation

The Benefits of a Godly Living

 January 6, 2013 

Memory Verse:  Isaiah 58:12 (NIV)

¹² Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins

and will raise up the age-old foundations;

you will be called Repairer of Broken Walls,

Restorer of Streets with Dwellings.

TEXT: Isaiah 58:1–12

Introduction:

1 Samuel 15:22

         

1.    The Revelation

Isaiah 58:1–3; 1 Samuel 7:6; Joel 1:14; Romans 6:1–2

2.    The Recommendation

Isaiah 58:3–7

3.    The Reward

Isaiah 58:8–12; Philippians 4:19; 2 Thessalonians 3:13; Galatians 6:9; Jeremiah 6:16

The Benefits of a Purposeful Ministry

What Are We Here For?

The Benefits of a Purposeful Ministry

January  13, 2013

Memory Verse: Proverbs 29:18 (ESV) Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint, but blessed is he who keeps the law.

Text: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17

Introduction:

Proverbs 29:18; Isaiah 58:12

“The man without a purpose is like a ship without a rudder—a waif, a nothing, a no man.”—Thomas Carlyle.

First, we must realize that everything must have its origin in God. Job 12:10, Matthew 16:18; Colossians 1:16; 1 Corinthians 3:10–11; John 15:5

“A river that forgets its source dries.”

 “Without God life makes no sense.”—Andrei Bitov

Second, we are a church that is purposeful and directional.

Psalm 138:8  

Third, Benefits of a Purposeful Ministry

1.  A purposeful ministry is effective.

Philippians 3:13

 “There is nothing quite as potent as a focused life, one lived on purpose.” -- Rick Warren

 (The Message) Friends, don’t get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I’ve got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward—to Jesus.

“By trying to be a jack of all trades a person becomes master of nothing.”

2.  A Purposeful Ministry Attracts Supports of the Parishioners

Ezra 10:4

3.  A Purposeful Ministry Promotes Harmony

1 Corinthians 1:10; James 1:8

4.  A purposeful Ministry is motivating

Proverbs 16:4; Revelation 4:11