BIBLICAL CONTRASTS OF THE HUMBLE AND PROUD, MARCH 15th, 2026
Hymn: When we walk with the Lord. CENTRAL THOUGHTWhen pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom. TEXT: 1 PET. 5:5-6; MATT.18:1-4.INTRODUCTION:Humility and pride are two temperaments that are easily misunderstood. Some people are not confident and hide their vice under “humility”, whereas people are humble are often thought of as fools. It takes a wise heart to understand and appreciate the greatness of humility and the vanity of pride.There could be several reasons why people may misjudge themselves, some of which are emotive. Unfortunately, irrespective of the reason for improper self-estimation, one who values himself more then he ought to (the proud) is an enemy of God Almighty. One who lacks self-worth cannot be useful to God either.God wants His people to know Him, and to know themselves; to have an accurate understanding on why they are on earth and indeed, understand the reasons for things. Just as darkness differs from light, and the wise from the foolish, there is a great contrast between the humble and the proud.In our study, humility is different from foolishness, and self-confidence is not the same as pride. Humility is the quality of being modest or respectful. Pride is a haughty attitude shown by the people who consider, often unjustifiably, that they are better than others. It is arrogance, having an exaggerated opinion of personal worth or abilities.The Lord God hates pride. “There are seven things that the Lord hates and cannot tolerate: a proud look…”( Pro 6:16). Furthermore, the scripture says, “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” (Jam 4:6). LESSON OBJECTIVESThe objectives of this study is to show the difference between the humble and the proud and to encourage God’s people to be humble. BIBLE TRUTH:QUESTION 1) HOW DOES PRIDE DIFFER FROM HUMILITY?Prov.8:13; 11:2; 13:10; 15:33; 16:5; Matt.20:27; John 13:14; 1 John 2:15-17; Rom.12:3Pride in the heart of a person is a great evil which makes him to dishonor or disrespect others; it erodes the fear of God from him. “The fear of the Lord is seen in hating evil,: Pride a high opinion of oneself, the evil way, and the false tongue, are unpleasing to God”. Prov.8:13. A proud person would make mockery of people. It is idolatry because it is actually self-worship.Pride brings disgrace. It is wise to be humble. Arrogance causes nothing but contention, but humility gives room to others. Where people are proud, deceit, unhealthy rivalry, jealousy, enmity, protectiveness and distrust flourish. It is common with the educated, the rich and the good-looking in the society. But reverence for the Lord is an education in itself. You must be humble before you can ever receive honors. “Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised”, Pro 31:30. There is nothing we have that has not been given to us freely by the Lord. We should return to Him glory in humility and reverence for “Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished.”, Prov.16:5. Where there is pride, there would soon be a fall. But with the humble is promotion. The Lord adds to and honors the humble, but the proud stumbles in hi short-sightedness.The Lord Jesus...
read moreBIBLICAL CONTRASTS OF THE WISE AND FOOLISH, MARCH 8TH 2026
Hymn: “Take my life and let it be”. CENTRAL THOUGHTWisdom surpasses folly, as light surpasses darkness. TEXT: PROV.1:20-33; 2:1-17 INTRODUCTION:Generally, wisdom means ‘good sense’: the knowledge and experience needed to make sensible decisions and judgements, or the good sense shown by the decisions and judgements made. It also means ‘accumulated learning’; knowledge of life or of a particular activity that has been gained through experience or ‘opinion widely held’: an opinion that almost everyone seems to share. Wisdom can also mean ‘sayings’; ancient teachings or sayings. However, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge”, Prov 1:7. To ‘fear’ the Lord is respect, honor and obey Him; this is the foundation of, and introduction to, true wisdom.Demonstration of wisdom is application of knowledge and understanding correctly. There is no wisdom without knowledge. It is the Lord’s will that His people are knowledgeable and wise. The wise uses his eyes and reason and foresees and avoids dangers and mischief. Wisdom makes a man, vulnerable, cheerful, mild etc.Foolishness makes a fool not to even know his folly, he is loud and talkative, and regrettably, often popular. Some confuse this with oratory. So, the fool is a nuisance to any society; yet he often becomes the people’s leader/‘role model’. Fools are found in different fortes: entertainment, politics, religion, education (teaching, lecturing, studentship, etc). The common factor among them is inability to do right. They cannot enjoy common sense; the way of the Lord is foolishness to them.A fool is an unintelligent or thoughtless person, a ridiculous person, a court entertainer. One who does not know where he is headed is a fool. One who thinks that there is no God is also a fool. (Ecc.2:14a; Psa 14:1; Psa.53:1) And there is a big contrast between the wise and the foolish. LESSON OBJECTIVESThe objective of this study is to show, from the Holy scriptures, the difference between the wise and the foolish and to encourage God’s people to live as wise and not as fools. BIBLE TRUTH:QUESTION 1) WHAT CONTRASTS CAN BE DRAWN BETWEEN THE WISE AND THE FOOLISH VIRGINS IN MATT.25:1-13?Observe carefully the Lord’s description of these virgins: five were wise, and five foolish (Matt. 25:2). Even though these were of the same profession and “denomination”, they as characters vastly different in the sight of God. Sincere Christians are the wise virgins, and hypocrites the foolish ones, as in another parable they are represented by wise and foolish builders. People are wise or foolish in the affairs of their souls; it has nothing to do with societal standing, academic attainment, or physical look.Notice the equal number of the wise and foolish virgins, as if to teach us to watch out among those that profess religion, and to think of them with this kind of mind, that the wise and the foolish are represented in the church.It was the folly of the foolish virgins that led them to take their lamps and took no oil with them, Mat.25:3. They had just enough oil to make their lamps burn for the present, to make a show with, as if they intended to meet the bridegroom waiting for them; but no cruse or bottle of oil with them if there was a delay. How this typifies lots of people in the church! They...
read moreIN THE WORLD, NOT OF THE WORLD II, MARCH 1ST, 2026
Hymn: “Oh Jesus I have promise to serve thee to the end”. CENTRAL THOUGHTThe believer is in the world but not of the world. INTRODUCTION:In our first study on the topic, we noted that the world system is full of corruption, falsehood, greed, lust, pride etc. We also considered what it means to be “in the world and not of the world”. When we are transformed in our minds and realize that we are pilgrims in this world, the world system will not determine our lifestyle and focus.In this lesson we shall be examining those principles from the scriptures that can help us handle the world system and not be caught up in it. LESSON OBJECTIVES1.) To know what attitude we must possess to enable us daily overcome the world.2.) To know how some Bible characters handled the world. BIBLE TRUTH: QUESTION 1) WHAT ATTITUDE MUST WE POSSESS TO ENABLE US DAILY OVERCOME THE WORLD?a. We must not love the world and those things that are of the world, 1 John 2:5-17. Love not the world means that we should not be carried away by the system of the world in our individual lives and in the church programs. Believers should not allow the system of the world to rule their thought pattern or way of life. Many believers have been deceived by so called mountain moving messages, and their messengers who have deviated from the real doctrine of Christ. Such people’s spiritual lives have been choked up and they are never sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit and their consciences have been seared with hot iron. A lover if the world is enemy of Christ.b. We must learn to avoid all forms of wickedness which is peculiar to the world 1 John 5:19 “the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one” Seeing that believers are of God we have to avoid all forms of wickedness.c. We should quench the burning desire to riches that are ungoldly. 1 Tim.6:17. There is always the desire to get rich quick in every aspect of one’s endeavor especially now that the church’s standard is valued by the amount of money they have and the number of rich men in the congregation. Real riches do not come by much struggling but by God’sfavor. Ungodly riches attract God’s wrath so the believer should abstain from such.d. We should resolve in ourselves to live above every ungodly living and unrighteousness. Titus 2:11-12.e. We must learn not to have anything that will make us stumble no matter what that thing is to us. We must take up the cross of Christ. Luke 14:25-27.f. Have a total commitment to Christ and willingness to suffer loss, shame, poverty, persecution, death if need be for the sake of Christ. Acts.5:4-42.g. We must be watchful, testing all things, building our lives on proper foundations while awaiting Christ’s coming. 1 Thess.5:21-22. QUESTION 2) HOW DID THE FOLLOWING BIBLE CHARACTERS HANDLE THE WORLD AND WHAT WERE THE RESULTS?a. Abraham (Gen.12:1-4. Heb. 11:8-10): Abraham left his homeland and his people in obedience to God’s command to go to a place He would give him for an inheritance. He obeyed by faith and God’s promises were fulfilled in his life.b. Moses (Heb.11:24-26): Moses refused to be called Pharoah’s daughter...
read moreJEREMIAH’S COMPLAINT, FEBRUARY 22ND, 2026
Hymn: STAND UP! STAND UP FOR JESUS! CENTRAL THOUGHTServing the Lord faithfully may not always be complementary; still persecutions are not uncommon. TEXT: JEREMIAH 20:1-18INTRODUCTION:In this fourth and final part of the lessons on the book of Jeremiah, we observe Jeremiah being persecuted by the priests and the people of the land of Judah. He was tortured not only physically but also psychologically and emotionally to the point that he had to complain to the one, the Lord, who sent him.Jeremiah was in a dilemma. Although he was being persecuted, he could not stop doing what was responsible for his persecution. His persecution continued and, in fact, increased as he continued to preach the truth of the word of God to the people of Judah. Indeed, Jeremiah was unrelenting in his service to the Lord.In serving the Lord, persecutions are bound to come our way. We may complain, like Jeremiah, but they will not let off. When the Lord takes us through persecutions, He provides enough grace to go through them. Instead of complaining, we should rest on His grace to come forth as overcomers. LESSON OBJECTIVESThe objectives of this study are: To examine the persecutions that Jeremiah faced. To know the complaints of Jeremiah for his persecutions. To appreciate that, despite the persecutions, Jeremiah continued preaching the word. To understand the grace of God to face every persecution. BIBLE TRUTH:QUESTION 1) WHAT WERE THE PERSECUTIONS THAT JEREMIAH FACED?During the ministry of Jeremiah to the nation of Judah, he faced many persecutions from the leaders (kings), religious leaders (priests) and the people. His message was not a comforting one for the ears. It spoke to their evil ways and the consequences thereof that will culminate in their exile to the foreign land of Babylon. The response was a string of persecutions. Plots to persecute and kill Jeremiah are found in Jer. 11:18-20, 18:18, 20:1-2, 26:7-9, and 37:11-20.With specific reference to Jer. 20:1-2, the priest Pashur initiated the attack against Jeremiah. “He had Jeremiah the prophet beaten and put in the stocks at the Upper Gate of Benjamin at the Lord’s temple” (Jer. 20:2). The priest Pashur could not stand the prophecies of Jeremiah any longer, particularly that they were made on his own turf-the court of the Lord’s temple (Jer. 19:14-15). Pashur’s ego got the better of him, and he felt the need to silence Jeremiah permanently. It is sad to note that the behavior of the priest Pashur is replicated by some of our Christian leaders. They think that the church is their turf and so lord themselves over everyone. They fail to recognize the lordship of Christ over their lives, and they become agents of the devil in persecuting other believers. There is every opportunity for such leaders to repent and humbly serve the people of God.Jeremiah’s persecutions were not only physical torture but also psychological and emotional abuses. “I am ridiculed all day long; everyone mocks me…. So, the word of the Lord has brought me insult and reproach all day long” (Jer. 20:7b, 8b). Sometimes the abuses that are directed at the soul are more painful than those that inflict the body. These persecutions raise questions in our minds about the authenticity and veracity of the power and greatness of the Lord we serve. QUESTION...
read moreJEREMIAH VISITS THE POTTER’S WORKSHOP, FEBRUARY 15th, 2026
Hymn: My faith looks up to Thee… CENTRAL THOUGHTMaking ourselves amenable to the Great Potter brings forth character, faith, and a life that glorifies the risen Christ. TEXT: JEREMIAH 18:1-23INTRODUCTION:In this third part of the lessons on the book of Jeremiah, we draw valuable lessons from Jeremiah’s visit to the Potter’s workshop, as instructed by the Lord. By Jeremiah’s observations of what the Potter did, a divine message came forth. Sometimes, what is seen by the eyes makes a deep impression on our hearts. There are many testimonies of individuals who came into a saving relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ through observing the lives of believers. What they saw was as good as a sermon.The humble workings of the Potter on the clay and his wheel reflect what the Lord does with anyone willing to submit to Him. The ultimate outcome of the finished product is not one conceived by the clay but the Potter. The clay is not expected to struggle with the Potter as it is being worked on the wheel, but only to be available to be worked upon. The clay is not expected to dictate to the Potter to be like another finished pottery. That is the plight of some Christians who want to be like “Brother great Evangelist”, or “Sister great Prophetess”. When we leave ourselves in God’s hands, He makes us into His very image to fulfil His purpose for our lives. LESSON OBJECTIVESThe objectives of this study are:1.To know what Jeremiah saw from his visit to the potter’s workshop.2.To learn from the obedience of Jeremiah to the Lord.3.To learn from what Jeremiah observed of the potter.4.To know the response of Judah to the allegory of the potter and the clay.5.To know the futility of attacking the messenger instead of responding to the message. BIBLE TRUTH:QUESTION 1) WHY DID GOD SEND JEREMIAH TO THE POTTER’S HOUSE?Jeremiah 18:2 provides the answer to this question. God wanted to give Jeremiah a message. It was a message that Jeremiah could not have gotten otherwise. He needed to see the potter at work to receive the message that truly reflects the mind of God. There are many instances in our walk with the Lord when encountering a person or place will trigger a message from the Lord. In these instances, the natural sense of sight triggers an awakening in our spirits which the Lord uses to bring forth a message. Such a message could be directed at our personal lives and those of others. One can only conjecture why the Lord chooses this way of revealing things to His children. It may be because of being too accustomed to our comfort zones that it becomes necessary to have a different scenery for us to clearly understand what the Lord is saying to us. QUESTION 2) WHAT WAS THE RESPONSE OF JEREMIAH?Jeremiah’s response was one of obedience. Obedience is the key to a glorious walk the Lord. It was a very simple, unassuming command from the Lord to Jeremiah: “Go down to the potters house, and there I will give you my message”. It could have triggered such responses from Jeremiah as- “why the potter’s house of all places? why not the house of the Lord? what can come from such a lowly place as the potters...
read moreJEREMIAH REBUKES JUDAH’S UNFAITHFULNESS, FEBRUARY 8TH, 2026
Hymn: WHEN ALL THY MERCIES, O MY GOD CENTRAL THOUGHTThere is no amount of religious camouflage that can make up for sin and unfaithfulness to the Lord. INTRODUCTION:In this second part of the lessons on the book of Jeremiah, we observe the unfolding of the ministry of Jeremiah to the nation of Judah. For about 40 years, Jeremiah served as God’s spokesperson to the kings and people of Judah (Southern Kingdom) during the reigns of Josiah, Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, and Zedekiah. As alluded in the first lesson the task was not a mean one but was characterized by opposition and fierce resistance from the people and kings who had sold their hearts to foreign gods, abomination, wicked and oppressive ways. It was a case of if “the people-would-heed-the-word-of-the- Lord”, then hope and restoration will be theirs from the Lord. It will avert the imminent judgement of God from the Babylonian empire. The response of Judah in the days of Jeremiah to the word of the Lord is very similar to what we observe today. Instead of repentance, there was an increase in sophisticated religious practices; instead of a return to righteous ways, people chose to trust in emblems of religion-the magnificent temple built by king Solomon.Today, we pride ourselves in our “mega churches” of thousands of members and the accompanying huge offerings. These religious camouflages cannot serve as substitute for holiness. LESSON OBJECTIVESThe objectives of this study are:1.To know the sins of Judah in Jeremiah’s time2.To draw parallels of Judah’s sins and those of our times3.To identify the consequences of Judah’s sins4.To know the only remedy for sin5.To be like Jeremiah, the voice of hope for a dying world. BIBLE TRUTH:QUESTION 1) WHAT WERE THE SINS OF JUDAH?Through Jeremiah the Lord asked rhetorically the nation of Judah, “what fault did your fathers find in me, that they strayed so far from me?”. He went further and stated, “they followed worthless idols and became worthless themselves” (Jer. 2:5). One of the sins of Judah was that they left following after the God who saved them from Egypt and took them miraculously through the desert into the Promise land and began to worship the gods of the surrounding nations. Because the gods were worthless idols, they also became worthless. Jeremiah further elaborates by stating the two sins of Judah of forsaking the “fountain of living water,” and taking on “broken cisterns that cannot hold water”. (Jer. 2:13). That is very typical of the baits the devil offers till this day. Sadly, many clamors for these baits only to find utter emptiness and disillusionment. Paul made a similar point about the state of those who fail to retain the knowledge of God in their hearts in Romans 1:28. “And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient”. Israel had experienced the glory and power of God in the 10 plagues in Egypt, culminating in the death of the first born of every Egyptian (Ex. 12:29-30), the provisions in the desert so that their sandals did not wear off (Deut. 29:5), the Red sea parted so they could cross on dry land (Ex. 14:21-22), ate food from heaven (Ex. 16:11- 15), water from...
read moreTHE CALL OF JEREMIAH, FEBRUARY 1ST, 2026
CENTRAL THOUGHTA godly conditioned heart is of great value. Hymn: “ WHEN I SURVEY THE WONDROUS CROSS”. TEXT: JEREMIAH 1:1-19 INTRODUCTION:It is not unusual to be overwhelmed by circumstances and challenges that a new venture presents. After proper assessment of our capabilities in relation to the imperatives, demands and responsibilities of such a venture or project we either decline or proceed with it. The call of God on Jeremiah to present His divine perspective to the kings and people of Judah was an enormous task. It meant that Jeremiah will be the voice of God to the nation. The task would not have been overwhelming if it was nation whose people and leaders followed the Lord, but for most of the time that was not the case.When Jeremiah began his ministry, the Northern Kingdom of Israel had already been in captivity to Assyria for nearly one hundred years. Of the five kings during whose reigns Jeremiah prophesied, two ruled only for 3 months. These were Jehoahaz (2 Kings 23:31-33) and Jehoiachin (2 Kings 24:6-16). They were both evil kings who perpetuated the evil deeds of previous kings like Ahaz (2 Kings 16:1-4), Manasseh (2 Kings 21:1-6) and Amon (2 Kings 21:19-22). During Josiah’s reign when Jeremiah began his ministry, an attempt was made by the king to restore Judah to the true worship of God. This was after the evil reigns of Manasseh and Amon. The state of moral decay the nation was in can only be imagined. Called as a young man at this time of reformation, Jeremiah could only see his limitations. He knew the enormity of the task ahead of him and needed the reassurance form the Lord to take up the responsibility of being the spokesperson for God in a depraved nation. The depravity of our times is truly daunting. To speak the mind of God that reflects His holiness is certainly not popular, hence few do so. LESSON OBJECTIVESThe objectives of this study are:1.To know how God called Jeremiah.2.To learn from the response of Jeremiah when God called him3.To understand the implications of God’s call on His children4.To know that excuses have no place in the scheme of God’s plans5.To appreciate how God’s grace and provisions overcome every excuse we may have. BIBLE TRUTH:QUESTION 1) WHEN DID THE LORD START TO PREPARE JEREMIAH FOR THE MINISTRY? WHAT DOES THIS TEACH US ABOUT THE ENDOWING GRACE OF THE LORD?Every human being comes forth to the earth through the womb of a woman. Although this process of birth is a natural one, all persons in the medical profession who have deeper insight into it know that it is a most fascinating and intriguing process. The Psalmist’s insight into it comes from Psalm 139:13-14. “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well”. The outcome of every birth process is unique, even when it results in twins or triplets, each of whom has his/her unique traits. When the word of the Lord first came to Jeremiah, he thought he was like every other child that resulted from the natural process of birth, and that is how most of us think of ourselves. The...
read moreTITHE AND OFFERING, JANUARY 25TH, 2026
Hymn: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD CENTRAL THOUGHTTithe and Offering are obligations of the Christian done in honor to God. TEXT: MAL 3:7-12, PROV. 3:9-10, GEN 14:18-20 INTRODUCTION:The payment of tithe was first mentioned in the Bible in Genesis 14:20 when Abraham gave tithes of his goods to Melchizedek; the priest of the Most High God.The tithing system was practiced during the time of Moses (Lev. 27:30-34; Deut. 14:22) and the Israelites were expected to give one tenth of their earnings in cash or kind for the upkeep of the Levites and administration of the Temple. This continued until the time of Malachi when the people refused to give tithes and the Levites went to work to earn a living, thereby neglecting their God-given responsibilities to care for the Temple. God became angry and unhappy with His people for their refusal to give tithe and offering. In the present-day Church, the main source of income is through tithe and offering. Without it, financial obligations will be left unattended to. This makes it imperative for every believer to pay his tithe and give offering for the advancement of God’s kingdom on earth. Deferred payment or part payment is not encouraged as it attracts twenty percent interest, Lev. 27:31.Every believer should be taught that to tithe is an honor to the Lord and is part of true worship. They should be encouraged to honor God with their tithe and offering willingly and cheerfully if they are to reap God’s benefit in this respect. People should not be compelled to give under any guise as they will not be blessed if they give grudgingly. Believers who do not pay tithe give room to the devil to devour the labor of their hands and afflict their bodies with sicknesses.Every believer should endeavor to pay his tithe and give offering in proportion to God’s blessing upon his life. LESSON OBJECTIVESThe objectives of this study are: To know what tithe and offering means. To know why we should pay our tithes and give offerings. To know the people that should pay tithe and give offering. To know the consequences of not paying tithe and not giving offering. To know the benefits of paying tithe and giving offering. BIBLE TRUTH: QUESTION 1) BRIEFLY EXPLAIN THE MEANING OF TITHE AND OFFERING.Tithe means one tenth or the tenth part of a whole or of a certain quantity. Tithing is the payment of the tenth part or one tenth of one’s income. Income in this sense means whatever accrues as a profit or gain or one’s income. Tithe can either be in cash or material things. It is important to state clearly that tithes absolutely belong to God, Lev. 27:30, and should be paid willingly and in faith not by compulsion. Any occasion that will result in part payment or deferred payment will attract 20 percent interest. It is also important to emphasize that one should consistently and prayerfully tithe his profit or income.An offering is anything offered or given or presented as a gift to someone in appreciation of who the person is or what he has done. In relation to our service to God, it is that gift (usually money) we present to Him in appreciation of who He is to us. Every worshipper of God...
read moreDEDICATION AND LOYALTY, JANUARY 18TH, 2026
Hymn: I am Thine O Lord CENTRAL THOUGHTDedication and loyalty are attributes which God expects of every believer. TEXT: 1 THESS. 2:1-20, JER. 35:1-19 INTRODUCTION:Dedication means giving of or devoting our time, energy and resources to a cause or a purpose, belief or person. For the believer, dedication is unto God and this involves a whole hearted commitment to Him, His word, work and people. Loyalty on the other hand means to be true and faithful to a cause, purpose, idea or person. To us as believers it involves our total obedience and submission to the will and purposes of God, Jesus said “ I must work the works of Him who sent me….(John 9:4). He was loyal to His Father. So, we must be to the Lord.People could be dedicated to a cause out of compulsion, for eye-service, or for vain and self-glory. Thus, we see that even when the purpose of such a cause or person is not too clear or fully understood, some people still follow blindly giving their time, talent, and other resources. God does not desire us to follow Him blindly, or without a clear motive or purpose. In fact, He desires us to follow Him with a clear conscience and understanding. In this way, we open ourselves up for His infinite blessings.Ignorance has made some believers to form the habit of giving God their leisure time instead of seeking first His kingdom and righteousness. Some have become seasonal Christians exhibiting an uncaring attitude towards the things of God. He expects His people to be fully dedicated and loyal to Him at all times so that He can manifest His glory through His chosen treasures. The prophets and the early Church that lived a victorious life were dedicated and loyal even unto death. We must have the same mind in order to live a victorious Christian life. LESSON OBJECTIVESThe objectives of this study are: To know that God expects us to be fully dedicated and loyal to Him always. To know that dedication is essential for Christian maturity. To know the areas in which we must demonstrate loyalty and dedication. To know that half-hearted dedication is unacceptable to God. To know that the Holy Spirit cannot operate in a person or group that lacks dedication and loyalty. To know that dedication and loyalty opens the door for unlimited blessings from God. BIBLE TRUTH: QUESTION 1) HOW IMPORTANT ARE DEDICATION AND LOYALTY IN CHRISTIAN GROWTH AND MATURITY?Dedication and loyalty are two characteristics that we must have if we be faithful to God. They are also a mark of Christian maturity. Dedication ensures that we are wholly given to God and His word. When we are dedicated to our faith as believers then we will not need to be pushed to serve God. We know and find it absolutely important to be in full service for the Lord. We will not need to be told to study the Scriptures, spend meaningful time in prayers and be active in the house of the Lord. By giving ourselves and all that is ours to the service of God and the Church, we find tremendous strength in God that enables us to grow. We graduate quickly from just “taking milk to eating real meat”. There is no way we...
read moreRECEIVING FROM GOD, JANUARY 11th, 2026
HYMN: RECEIVING FROM GOD CENTRAL THOUGHTGod, who is our source, is ever willing to answer our needs. TEXT: MATT. 7:7-11, JOHN 14:13-14, JAMES 4:1-4INTRODUCTION:The believer in Christ has every reason to be perpetually joyful because of the tremendous promises of God as a result of the finished work that Christ has accomplished by His death and resurrection. The promises contain benefits, rights, privileges, inheritances, and blessings for the believer. Since these benefits have been duly paid for by Christ, it is futile for anyone to strive to attain them by his own strength or effort. These benefits are free for those already washed in the blood of Christ. In this lesson, we want to establish how a believer can fully appropriate these promises and benefits. The phrase “Receiving from God” simply means getting from God. There is the giver and there is the receiver. The giver who is superior is the Almighty God who gives liberally to whosoever wishes to receive (receiver). This study hopes to acquaint “whosoever” chooses or wishes to be a receiver with the conditions of receiving from the Almighty giver. David recognized that it is only God that could give, hence he trusted wholeheartedly in the Almighty God. Therefore, we should note that our help comes only from the Lord. LESSON OBJECTIVES To know what the phrase “Receiving from God” means. To know that God wants you receive from Him. To know some of the things that can hinder us from receiving from God. To understand these conditions that will make us receive from God. BIBLE TRUTH:QUESTION 1) WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THE PHRASE “RECEIVING FROM GOD”?Receiving from God means getting from God. God’s care of human beings and all He has created, is manifested in His dealings with man. God did not create man to leave him uncatered to and without direction. In the garden of Eden, He made provision for the first man (Gen. 1:29-30). God went further to provide for the spiritual needs of man. This He did by the promise of the Son of the LORD, Jesus Christ, as the seed of the woman who would bruise the head of the serpent (Gen. 3:15). Receiving from God is therefore an act of getting those things He has provided for us. It includes an appropriation of His promises to us as revealed in scripture. The Almighty God gives liberally to whosoever wishes to receive. He is the giver who knows what we have need for. We only receive those things which God judges are right for us to receive. We are therefore free to believe God for those things which He has promised in His word to give us. QUESTION 2) DOES GOD WANT YOU TO RECEIVE FROM HIM? Matt. 7:7-8, John 14:13-14, Phi. 4:6. Certainly, the LORD wants us to receive from Him. His promise in John 14:13-14, is that whatsoever we ask in His name, will be given to us. As stated earlier, God takes special care of those who trust in and belong to Him. He does this for several reasons.A. We are made in His image and likeness. God gives and we receive to show that we are made in His image and likeness. If we have lack and live a deprived life, then we cannot show...
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