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CENTRAL THOUGHT The practical life of a believer is a more effective message to his generation. HYMN: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22, Romans 13:12-14 INTRODUCTION The practical Christian life is anchored on values that are supernatural, divine, and eternal. The Christian is a citizen of the kingdom of Heaven, beyond this material universe. He is governed and motivated by the expectations of that kingdom. He lives neither for himself nor by the dictates and values of this earthly system. The scriptures abound with instructions of divine origin that are to serve as guidelines for practical relationships and responsibilities. The fruit we bear will lend credence to the truth of a transformed life, a renewed mindset, and our obedience to the dictates of this higher kingdom. When our hearts are richly endowed with the word of God and with the presence of His spirit, the evidence will be an exemplary life that manifests Godly virtues unhindered. Here on earth, there are so many Christian duties which may appear like a routine or have been trivialized by us, but which are very essential in our walk with God. They are kingdom virtues which we are to cultivate as followers of Christ. The aim of this lesson...

CENTRAL THOUGHT God inhabits the praises of His people. HYMN: HOLY, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty TEXT: 2 Chronicles 20:1-24; Psalm 149:1-9 INTRODUCTION Praises and Worship are the main activities in the kingdom of God. It is the eternal duty of the Angels and other hosts of Heaven to render praises to God continually, Revelation 4:8, 5:9-13. When genuine praises are offered to God by Men, a common platform is provided for Heaven and Earth to relate cordially. The true nature and power of Heaven is brought to bear on Earth through praises to God. Much of the power of godliness in the lives of believers comes from making God our chief joy. Our faith in Christ is made clear and manifest by our level of thankful rejoicing in Him. Praise, therefore, is of cardinal centrality in our Christian race. By it we give glory to God for the triumphs already received, and through it we receive further recompense for being truly thankful to God. In this study, we shall examine the various scriptural basis for praising God and the numerous benefits that follow. LESSON OBJECTIVES The objectives of this study are: To explain the meaning of praises in the context of the Christian faith.To explain why we should...

CENTRAL THOUGHT Fasting brings the believer closer to God in prayers. HYMN: I AM THINE O’ LORD. TEXT: Isaiah 58, Matthew 6:16-18 INTRODUCTION Fasting is the deliberate, temporary keeping away from food for spiritual reasons. It denies the fleshly body while it reaches out spiritually in seeking a special request from God or for seeking a closer relationship with Him. Although it is almost always combined with prayer, it should be considered a spiritual exercise on its own. It is usually done on a voluntary basis, but in Jewish history, the Day of Atonement (Lev.16:29; 23:32), was the only annual fast demanded by Law. At times, fasting was also called for during special times of repenting as found in 1 Sam. 14:24, 1 Kings 21:9, 2 Chron.20:3, Jer. 36:9, Joel 1:14. In the New Testament there is approval of widespread fasting as an act of devotion toward God. In the early church, after the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, fasting was often combined with fervent prayer. In Luke 2:36, 37 we find a classic example of the sincere devotion of an 84 year old widow, whom Scripture says “departed not from the temple but served God with fasting and prayers night and day”. Apostle Paul in...