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Divine Fellowship

By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel 2 Corinthians 3:6 “Who also made us sufficient as ministers of the new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life. “ The above Bible verse delves into the significance of the written laws of Moses, which serve as a testament to humanity’s inherent flaws and […]

Rediscovering the heart of Christianity

By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel “Hebrews 12:2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; …”  The question, “What really matters?” was asked by a young man who felt lost and empty but desired to be a Christian. How would you have answered this question? What would you have talked about? The evil of the world? The eminence of […]

REST COMES IN SURRENDER

By Minister Adanna Ironnah 1 Peter 5:7  “Casting the whole of your care [all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares for you affectionately and cares about you watchfully.”  An intimate relationship with God is not reserved solely for those seen as highly spiritual or holding leadership roles in the […]

The Fellowship of the Holy Spirit

By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel 2 Corinthians 3:6 “Who also made us sufficient as ministers of the new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life. “ The above Bible verse delves into the significance of the written laws of Moses, which serve as a testament to humanity’s inherent flaws and […]

Understanding the Parable of the Sower

By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel “Now listen to the explanation of the parable about the farmer planting seeds: the seed that fell on the footpath represents those who hear the message about the Kingdom and don’t understand it. Then the evil one comes and snatches away the seed that was planted in their hearts. The seed on the rocky soil represents […]

OUR FATHER, OUR GOD

By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel John 20:17 “Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father, and your Father; and to my God, and your God.” Jesus Christ faced persecution and ultimately death because He referred to God as His […]

Developing a Spirit-filled Life

By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel Eph 4:13 “This will continue until we all come to such unity in our faith and knowledge of God’s Son that we will be mature in the Lord, measuring up to the full and complete standard of Christ.14 Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won’t be tossed and blown about by every […]

Living with a Heavenly Perspective

By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel Ephesians 5: 1-2 “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children; and walk in love, just as Christ also loved you and gave Himself up for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God as a fragrant aroma.” The Bible instructs us to be imitators of Christ. Meaning, we ought to copy Him and follow His examples. […]

UNDERSTANDING WHO YOU ARE

By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel “1 Thessalonians 5:23 “And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly, and I pray God your whole Spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” In this above scripture, Paul reminds us of our identity as believers. We are spiritual beings, we have a soul and live […]