In many Christian circles, there’s a growing fascination with the demonic world. Believers are constantly consuming content about demons and their operations, yet rarely open their Bibles. In churches, sermons are crafted around the devil, culminating in deliverance services that stretch into endless hours. Testimonies are framed not around Christ’s saving power but around demonic …
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God is always in the business of maturing believers and conforming them to the image of His Son –Jesus Christ– and calls every gospel minister to partner with him in this endeavor. (Romans 8:29-30/ 2 Corinthians 3:18). I wonder, though, if ministers appreciate this responsibility, let alone do it. Some gospel ministers have made the …
In a previous post, we established that worship and service are important to believers. It simply boils down to finding a good balance. This piece will make much of service. People approach service in two major ways. Some people willingly and readily offer themselves to serve. They take every opportunity that comes their way. Sometimes, …
Back in primary school, we had a very stubborn teacher. Mr. MAN, as we fondly called him using the initials of his names, would never let you off the hook until you got the math problem right. The number of takes didn’t matter, only a red correct tick would satisfy him. So much like …
A misunderstood lot. A people under siege. Like a house on a hill, a people under the scrutiny of all. People who pay a high price for a call they are seldom consulted let alone consent to. A people without identity. Covered by the huge shadows of preacher parent(s), many lose their voices and …
Bitter-Sweet: The Challenges & Blessings of Being a PK Read More »
What comes to mind when you hear the word idolatry? Baal, ashtoreth, chemosh, mammon, and other gods that are mentioned in the Bible? A primitive guy in some indigenous part of the world bowing down to a wooden or stone statue? Or perhaps worshipping Allah, Buddha, or any of the other deities which people of …
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You will find two kinds of people in the church: those who are inclined towards service and the ones who prefer to sit at Jesus’ feet and worship. Is one superior to the other? Dr. Luke helps us to answer that. In Luke 10:38-42, Jesus and his disciples are going about their business. When …
Marys Vs Marthas: Finding A Good Balance Between Worship And Service Read More »