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Antioch, California, United States
John is the under-shepherd of Agape International Church & Ministries Inc, Antioch, California and the President of Agape International Ministries Foundation, Inc (www.agapebfm.net) John has been a Preacher, Bible Teacher, Counselor and a mission-minded servant of God from 1984 till the present time. Married to Alice since 1987, he enjoys being a father to 2 sons and 1 daughter. He is available to preach, participate in evangelistic crusades and revivals, lead or participate in a Marriage Enrichment program internationally. John preaches on a weekly radio broadcast called "KNOW THE TRUTH" (Based on John 8:32)and the broadcast is aired every Sunday at Radio KDIA 1640AM. The broadcast is also accessible through the website of the radio station: www.kdia.com. You can follow him on twitter @agapebfm

Sunday, May 25, 2014

HOW TO KEEP OUR EYES ON THE HEAVENLY THINGS-sermon 2

Heaven is For Real
HOW TO KEEP OUR EYES ON THE HEAVENLY THINGS

Memory Verse: Colossians 3:2 (NKJV) Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.

TEXT: Colossians 3:1–4

Sunday, May 18, 2014

How to Grasp the Reality of Heaven-Sermon 1

Heaven is for Real sermon series 
How to Grasp the Reality of Heaven
Memory Verse: Hebrews 11:1 (NKJV) Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

TEXT: John 14:1-3

Sunday, May 4, 2014

The Cure for our Condition

The Cure for our Condition
Memory Verse: Isaiah 53:5 (NKJV) But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed.
Text: Colossians 1:9–17

Sunday, April 20, 2014

The Reason for My Hope

Easter Series
The Reason for My Hope
  
Memory Verse: Job 19:25 (NKJV) 25 For I know that my Redeemer lives, And He shall stand at last on the earth;

TEXT: 1 Corinthians 15:1–34

Monday, April 14, 2014

The Implications of the Easter Story

The Implications of the Easter Story

 Memory Verse: Ephesians 1:7 (NIV) In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace

INTRODUCTION: Matthew 1:21


Friday, April 11, 2014

Please Rejoice with us on our 27th Wedding Anniversary

Today is our 27th wedding anniversary. We thank the Lord for His grace, faithfulness and providence. To God be the glory for ever and ever. Amen. Thank you for rejoicing with us.
John & Alice Ojewole

Monday, April 7, 2014

Will God Find You Faithful?

EASTER SERIES

Will God Find You Faithful?

Memory Verse: (Mat 26:41 NIV)  "Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the body is weak."

  
Read: Matthew 26:36-46

Sunday, April 6, 2014

The Lifestyle of a Follower of Jesus

The Lifestyle of a Follower of Jesus
Memory Verse: 1 John 2:6 (NIV) Whoever claims to live in him must live as Jesus did.

Sunday, March 9, 2014

The 7 Habits of the Redeemed

The 7 Habits of the Redeemed

 Memory Verse:  (Acts 2:44 NIV) All the believers were together and had everything in common.

TEXT: Acts 2:44-47; Acts 4:32–37  

Let’s Talk About Following Jesus

Let’s Talk About Following Jesus

Memory Verse: Matthew 11:29 (NIV) 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

Text: Matthew 11:28–30;28:18-19
  

Monday, February 24, 2014

Community Bible experience reading for week 1

Day One    Luke 1:1 to 4:13
Day Two    Luke 4:14 to 9:50
Day Three  Luke 9:51 to 13:21
Day Four    Luke 13:22 to 19:27
Day Five    Luke 19:28 to 24:53

Sunday, February 23, 2014

The 7 Practices of the Followers of Christ

The 7 Practices of the Followers of Christ
Memory Verse: John 8:31 (HCSB) So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed Him, "If you continue in My word, you really are My disciples.  

COMMUNITY BIBLE EXPERIENCE READINGS

COMMUNITY BIBLE EXPERIENCE READINGS
Date
Passage
Week 1—Feb 24
Page 1-54 The Entire Gospel of Luke
Week 2—March 3
Pages 55-115 The book of Acts, 1 & 2 Thessalonians
Week 3-- March 10
Pages 117-177 1&2 Corinthians, Galatians, Romans 1:1-9:9
Week 4-- March 17
178-238 Romans 9:10-16:27; Colossians, Ephesians, Philemon, Philippians, 1&2 Timothy, Titus
Week 5—March 24
Pages 239-290 The whole gospel of Matthew
Week 6—March 31
Pages 291-350 Hebrews, James, Mark
Week 7-- April 7
Pages 351-408 1&2 Peter, Jude, John
Week 8—April 14
Pages 409-453 1-3 John, Revelation




Monday, February 17, 2014

FOLLOWING JESUS by Dr. Phil Stevenson

FOLLOWING JESUS
By
Dr. Phil Stevenson
TEXT: John 2:1-11

CREATING A PLATFORM FOR PEACEFUL LIVING

CREATING A PLATFORM FOR PEACEFUL LIVING
Memory Verse: Romans 14:19 (NIV) 19 Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.

Text: Philippians 2:1-11

Sunday, February 2, 2014

This is the Time to Decide

This is the Time to Decide
Memory Verse: Hebrews 11:6 (NKJV) But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.

TEXT: JOHN 6:60-71

Sunday, January 26, 2014

Are We Willing to Follow?

Are We Willing to Follow?

Memory Verse: Matthew 16:24 (NKJV) 24 Then Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me.

TEXT: Luke 14:25-35

Sunday, January 19, 2014

He Owns It All

HE OWNS IT ALL

 

Memory Verse:

Psalm 89:11 (NKJV) The heavens are Yours, the earth also is Yours; The world and all its fullness, You have founded them.

 

Text: Psalm 24

 

 

Introduction1 Timothy 6:7; Psalm 50:10; Psalm 24:1–2; Haggai 2:8;1 Corinthians 6:19

 

Illustration: by Lloyd Stilley:

 

1. The Principle of Stewardship

 

1 Corinthians 4:2, 7; Psalm 89:11Deuteronomy 8:17–18

 

“If we belong to Christ, it’s logical that everything we have truly belongs to Him.”-- A church bulletin

 

 

  

2. The Principle of Responsibility

Luke 12:48;1 Chronicles 29:5–911–16 ; Deuteronomy 8:17–18James 1:17;Exodus 25:22 Corinthians 9:7;  Exodus 36:4–7

 

“A man who lacks reliability is utterly useless.”--Confucius (551-479);Philosopher

 

 

“Wealth shines in giving rather than in hoarding: for the miser is hateful, whereas the generous man is applauded.” Boethius (480-524?), Roman statesman, philosopher and Christian martyr.

 

A checkbook is a theological document; it will tell you who and what you worship. Billy Graham

 

 

“Your use of money shows what you think of God .”-- A church bulletin  




3.  The Principle of Accountability

Matthew 12:36Romans 14:12; Matthew 25:14–30

 

"Accountability breeds response-ability." Stephen R. Covey 

 

 

Sunday, January 12, 2014

Preparations for Supernatural Manifestations

Preparations for Supernatural Manifestations
Memory Verse: Psalm 62:11 (NKJV) God has spoken once,
Twice I have heard this: That power belongs to God.