FAITH
This means faith exists in the present—it is for now, not something that is going to exist but already does. If it does not exist, then it is not faith because it lacks substance, tangibility, or solid existence.
We were saved by grace through faith. This is not of works but a gift from God. We need to have a working knowledge of our salvation. If we don’t have knowledge of our salvation, we won’t know the benefits of it. It is important to know what we’ve been saved from by receiving salvation.
Read MoreThe devil has lost his hold over you; old things are passed away and all things have been made new. You are God’s masterpiece with the same authority to perform the kinds of miracles Jesus did while on earth.
Read MoreAre you an eternally conscious believer or a mere Christian? No one can answer this question for you; whether you are taking advantage of your eternal benefits in Christ or not. Unfortunately, many Christians focus only on the material things they can get from their relationship with God and fail to see the eternal things that matter most. Our focus as believers ought to constantly be on things above; eternal! […]
Read MoreBy Pastor Chinedu EmmanuelJames 3:4–5 “Or take ships as an example. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot wants to go. Likewise, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts.”In [...]
Read MoreBy Pastor Chinedu EmmanuelPhilippians 2:13 “For it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure.” Reigning over the flesh challenges one of our strongest religious instincts: the belief that if we simply try harder, we will finally overcome. Many believers love God sincerely [...]
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This means faith exists in the present—it is for now, not something that is going to exist but already does. If it does not exist, then it is not faith because it lacks substance, tangibility, or solid existence.
By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel Luke 5:20-24 “And when he saw their faith, he said unto him, Man, thy sins are forgiven thee.21 And the scribes and the Pharisees began to reason, saying, Who is this which speaketh blasphemies? Who can forgive sins, but God alone?22 But when Jesus perceived their thoughts, he answering said unto them, What reason ye in […]
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 the last blog post, we talked about how humans are made up of three parts: the spirit, the body, and the […]
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 […]
By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel Ephesians 6:18 “Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints”. In the prior post, we reviewed three types of prayer. These prayers revealed in the Scriptures, represent a distinct category of prayers, some of which were never uttered in the […]
By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel 2 Corinthians 13:14 “May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. “ The term “fellowship” signifies a close partnership, communion, or sharing in common with the Holy Spirit. Let’s examine a few reasons why it’s advantageous to nurture a connection with […]
By Minister Onyeka Emmanuel 1 Corinthains 13:5 “Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?- unless indeed you are disqualified.” Jesus is coming back soon, are you ready for His return? Are you truly part of God’s sheepfold? Assess yourself if you are really in […]
By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel Romans 8:16 “The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God.” The guidance of the Holy Spirit is central to how we live our Christian life. Embracing the spirit life and fulfilling God’s plan for your life requires being led by the Holy Spirit. This guidance is unique to the […]
By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel Col. 3:1-3 “If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. “ It is a common practice for […]
By Pastor Chinedu Emmanuel Matthew 2:11 “And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary His mother and fell down and worshiped him and when they had opened their treasures they presented unto him gifts gold, Frankincense.“ As we celebrate Christmas, we should always recognize that it is a tremendous opportunity to raise awareness […]