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May 2013 - Planting the Garden

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The God Fearing Child, August 28th, 2016

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The God Fearing Child, August 28th, 2016

The God Fearing Child     Central Thought: A God fearing child will enjoy the favor of the Lord.   Hymn: “When We Walk With the Lord.” Text: Proverbs 16:6; Psalm 25:12-14, 78-:1-7; Deuteronomy 6:4-9     It is clearly stated in the Scriptures that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. The fear of god is very fundamental in our relationship with Him.  Children are God’s gift to parents.  “Lo, children are and heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is His reward”, Psalm 127:3.  God is the owner of children and parents are merely caretakers who must report back to the owner on how well or otherwise they have handled this responsibility given to them by God.  Parents are expected to bring up their children in the way of the LORD.  Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old he will not depart from it”.  It is therefore a big responsibility that God has placed on parents. The god fearing child is a valuable asset to parents, the church and the society at large. This gives some assurance to the society that there is hope for the future.  It is God’s desire for parents to nurture, train and teach their children the fear of God.  This is God’s mandate for Christian parents and groups that the children will come in contact with.  In this study, we shall examine in detail what it takes to be a God fearing child.     Lesson Objectives: To explain what we understand by the expression, “the God fearing child.” To discuss how some people in the Scriptures displayed the fear of god inculcated in them as children. To identify from the Scriptures the responsibilities of parents and leaders towards children and the consequences of not carrying out the responsibilities. To explain some of the responsibilities of the God fearing child. To highlight the benefits that the God fearing child stands to gain.   1a. What do you understand by, “the God fearing child”? The expression, “the God fearing child”, refers to the child who lives for God and serves Him with reverence and ‘stands in awe of Him’. The Scripture makes us to know that the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, Proverbs 9:10a.  It is only when the child understands who God is and develops a reverential fear of Him that he can have true wisdom. Such a child puts God first in all he does, intentionally departs from evil and lives his life in line with the word of God.   1b. How does the fear of God begin in a child? John 3:3; 2 Corinthians 5:17 The fear of God begins in a child when he accepts Jesus Christ as his Lord, Master and Savior. In other words, the first step towards this is that the child must be born again.  “Verily, verily, I say unto thee, except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God”, John 3:3.  When the child becomes born again, he becomes a new creature, old things pass away and all things become new.  Thereafter, the Spirit of God gives him the enablement to have the fear of God.   2....

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Remember Lot’s Wife, 8/22 – 8/27, 2016

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Remember Lot’s Wife, 8/22 – 8/27, 2016

Remember Lot’s Wife     Memory Verse: Luke 9:62 – “And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.”   Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: Obedience is better than sacrifice. 1 Samuel 15:19-23 Tuesday: Take heed and be steadfast to follow Christ. 1 Corinthians 10:12, 11:19 Wednesday: Never look back. Luke 9:57-62; Matthew 16:24-26 Thursday: Look unto Jesus. Hebrews 12:1-3 Friday: God’s word is certain-watch your life. Matthew 24:13, 35-46; Hebrews 12:15-17 Saturday: Be not unequally yoked with unbelievers. 2 Corinthians...

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Remember Lot’s Wife, August 21st, 2016

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Remember Lot’s Wife, August 21st, 2016

Remember Lot’s Wife     Central Thought: We should learn to obey God Always.   Hymn: “I’ve A Message from the Lord.” Text: Luke 17:20-37, Genesis 19:15-30   The Cities of Sodom and Gomorrah were so filled with all sorts of corrupt practices, just like our present day, that God decided to destroy them. Abraham, a faithful intercessor, pleaded for his nephew, Lot and God rescued him and his family.  The angel instructed them not to look behind but to escape for their lives, Genesis 19:17. Unfortunately, Lot’s wife looked back and she became a pillar of salt.  This account is so important that Christ made reference to it.  It behooves the believer to be watchful and careful because Christ is coming at a time we do not expect.  We should tighten all loose ends as Jesus has warned that; “no man having put his hand to the plough and looking back is fit for the kingdom of God”, Luke 9:62.  This study will serve as a reminder not to lose focus of the race that is set before us.  The Lord is coming soon.     Lesson Objectives: To explain what gave rise to the statement, “remember Lot’s wife”. To know what lessons we can learn from the obedience of Lot and his daughters. To understand how the believer can escape the coming wrath and judgment of God. To know what should be the believer’s attitude towards those who are looking back.   What gave rise to the statement: “Remember Lot’s wife”. Luke 17:20-32 Lot was the son of Haran, Abraham’s elder brother. When God called Abraham out of Ur of the Chaldees, he took Lot with him to the land of Canaan.  When he parted from Abraham, he went to live in the City of Sodom where he got married and had two daughters.  When the Pharisees demanded from Jesus when the kingdom of God should come; He answered that it does not come by observation.  Jesus then gave example of two events – the days of Noah (the flood) and the days of Lot (fire and brimstone).  He pointed out that Lot’s wife disobeyed God’s instruction and became a pillar of salt.  We must be careful to live a life of obedience to the word of God so as not to end up like Lot’s wife.  God expects us as individuals to respond to His word irrespective of what others are doing.   2a. What led to the downfall of Lot’s wife? Genesis 19:26 v. 17, “..escape for your life; look not behind you…” Lot’s wife had the privilege of angelic visitation, divine protection and guidance, but she fell because she did not take heed to the instruction given to her not to look behind her. She was not watchful in stressful situation and her compromising lifestyle led to her downfall. It is easy to blame Lot’s wife, but the errors that she fell into are with us today. Many Christians disobey god in clear violation of His revealed will concerning covetousness, association with the world, faithfulness in service and the easily besetting sins.  It is very easy to fall into the danger of self-will, over-familiarity with God and presumptuous sins when one’s services are corrupted by these insidious stains.   2b. What do you think...

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Purity of Heart, 8/15 – 8/20, 2016

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Purity of Heart, 8/15 – 8/20, 2016

Purity of Heart     Memory Verse: Matthew 5:8 – “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.”   Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: Have the mind of Christ. Philippians 4:8 Tuesday: A new creature. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Wednesday: Be transformed and renew your mind. Romans 12:2 Thursday: Love not the world. 1 John 2:15 Friday: Set your affections on things above. Colossians 3:1-2 Saturday: A new heart and a new Spirit. Ezekiel...

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Purity of Heart, August 14th, 2016

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Purity of Heart, August 14th, 2016

Purity of Heart     Central Thought: Be an example in word, lifestyle and purity.   Hymn: “Take My Life and Let It Be.” Text: Philippians 4:8; Matthew 5:8; 1 Timothy 1:5     We live in a dispensation where the message of prosperity is unduly emphasized, as if that is the whole essence of our faith. Little emphases are laid on the primary virtues of the Christian faith, and the personal attributes that put us in position to relate fruitfully with God. Today’s study is NOT about the biological heart that is responsible for blood circulation in a body. It is fully about the ‘spiritual heart’ that plays host to the mind, the conscience and all our thought processes.  It is a great factory that manufactures raw materials that shapes our lives. If we are to accomplish the goal of entering into the kingdom of God, then we must pay very close attention to the state of our heart. This study will focus on practical approaches to attaining the purity of heart.     Lesson Objectives: To explain the concept of purity of heart. To highlight the condition of the heart of the natural man. To discuss the relationship between the state of our heart and our lifestyle. To discuss God’s provision to attain a pure heart. To list the blessings associated with purity of heart.   Explain the concept of ‘purity of heart’. In the context of his study, the word ‘Heart’ is not referring to the well-known biological organ that pumps blood round the entire body. Rather it symbolizes that part of man that serves as the seat of reason resulting in decisions, actions and intentions of the entire body. To be pure in heart means to preserve this seat of reason so that it is holy, clean, without admixture, morally sound and denied of resources to incubate evil thoughts. Purity of heart is simply a state where the seat of reason is free from defilement and it is truly regenerated by the word of God, Romans 12:2.   How does the Bible describe the heart of the natural man? Genesis 6:5; Jeremiah 17:9 The Bible declared in very clear terms, the very conditions and characteristics of the heart of the fallen man. First the heart of the natural man is great in wickedness.  This means it could be dangerous and very harmful.  Secondly, it is inclined to evil as a habit.  Righteousness and godliness are not part of his nature. Furthermore, it is desperate, and ready to do anything to have his way without worrying about the consequences. It is also deceitful, full of dishonesty and telling of lies.  Finally, it is difficult to discern the heart of the natural man (or read from the outside).  Hence, it is unpredictable and unreliable. These attributes are the reasons for violence, cruelty, betrayals and tension all over the world today.   Identify the steps to take for one’s heart to be free from the state of the natural man? John 3:3; Proverbs 28:13; 1 John 1:8-9; Romans 12:1-2 It is impossible to obtain deliverance from the captivating nature of man by our natural abilities. But God has made some timely provisions for the redemption of man.  This we can experience if in humble submission to God, we...

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Josiah, The Youngest King, 8/8 – 8/13, 2016

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Josiah, The Youngest King, 8/8 – 8/13, 2016

Josiah, The Youngest King     Memory Verse: Joshua 1:8 – “This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth; but you shall meditate therein day and night that you observe to do according to all that is written therein: for there you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall have good success.”   Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: An 8 year old as king of Judah. 2 Chronicles 33:21-25 Tuesday: Testimony of Josiah, as a Godly King. 2 Chronicles 34:2-3 Wednesday: Josiah a young Reformer. 2 Chronicles 34:36-37 Thursday: At 26 years of age, King Josiah repairs the Temple. 2 Kings 22:3-7; 2 Chronicles 34:8-13 Friday: Discovery of the Book of the Law and Revival. 2 Chronicles 34:14-28 Saturday: Further reformation by a Godly King. 2 Chronicles...

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Josiah, The Youngest King, August 7th, 2016

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Josiah, The Youngest King, August 7th, 2016

Josiah, The Youngest King     Central Thought: God upholds those who covenant to walk with Him.   Hymn: “I am Thin O Lord, I Have Heard Thy Voice.” Text: 2 Chronicles 34:1-33; 2 Kings 23:1-29     The name one bears is very significant, mostly as it relates to the things of God. Josiah means, “Jehovah heals”.  Josiah was the youngest to start reigning amongst the forty-two kings of Israel.  He was the 16th of the kings of Judah since the splitting of the kingdom of Israel.  He also was the 8th and last good king of Judah besides David, and became king at the age of eight due to the wishes of the people of the land.  Early in his youth he sought God and walked in the ways of the his Father David; resolving to follow the footsteps of David makes one to say that he was a reformer and his period can be referred to as renaissance of Judah because before he came to the thrown true worship of God had collapsed completely during the reign of his Father Ammon. This study shall consider the reforms, undertaken by Josiah after he found the book of the law in the temple, and how this should impress and spur us up as Christians.     Lesson Objectives: Understand who Josiah was. Enumerate and highlight the reforms he made. Discuss what he did when God’s word found in the temple was read to him.   Who was Josiah? 2 Chronicles 33:21-25 Josiah was the Son of Amon and Amon was also the Son of Manasseh. Prevailing circumstance in the kingdom of Judah brought him to the throne early, 2 Kings 21:23-24.  Dake’s Commentary has this to say, “Josiah was the youngest to start reigning, of Israel’s forty-two Kings.  His reign was the 16th of the kings of Judah since the division of the kingdom and lasted longer than that of any of the rulers of the ten tribes except one, Jeroboam II.”  To buttress this Josiah started to reign at a very tender age of 8 years and reigned in Jerusalem for thirty-one years, 2 Chronicles 34:1.   Highlight Josiah’s testimony as a godly king. 2 Chronicles 34:2-3 The Bible says he did what was right in the sight of the Lord and walked in the ways of his Father David. He showed much interest in the things of God.  Sought God in his youth and began as a youth to purge Judah and Jerusalem from the high places and grooves, the carved images, etc.  One of his first assignments was the repair and renovation of the temple.  When the book of the Law was fond in the temple by Hilkiah (the high priest) and read, he rent his clothes in repentance because he realized that they had transgressed.   What were those religious reforms of King Josiah? Josiah’s reforms could be enumerated thus: -He ordered the priest to bring out all the vessels made for Baal and Asherah and burnt them. -He deposed the idolatrous priests whom the Kings of Judah had ordained to burn incense in the high places of the cities of Judah and Jerusalem, 2 Kings 27:5. -He broke down the houses of male cult prostitutes (cult prostitution). This was a situation where idol...

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Asa, the Reformer, 8/1 – 8/6, 2016

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Asa, the Reformer, 8/1 – 8/6, 2016

Asa, the Reformer Memory Verse: 2 Chronicles 16:9a – “For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him.”   Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: You need rest for your soul.  John 3:16-18; Matthew 11:28-30 Tuesday: The Holy Spirit will always work mightily on our behalf even as He did for Asa and his people.  2 Chornicles 14:11-15; Romans 8:1-2 & 11 Wednesday: Reforms under King Asa.  2 Chronicles 15:8-16; Exodus 22:20; Deuteronomy 13:6-11 Thursday: Asa’s unholy alliance with Ben-hadad, king of Syria.  2 Chronicles 16:1-6; 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 Friday: Hanani, the seer or prophet of God rebukes Asa for misplacing his trust and faith.  2 Chronicles 16:7-11.  How have the might fallen. Saturday: He that is often reproved and hardeneth his hearth.  2 Chronicles 16:10-12; Proverbs...

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Naaman, the Syrian, 7/25 – 7/30, 2016

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Naaman, the Syrian, 7/25 – 7/30, 2016

Naaman, the Syrian     Memory Verse: Isaiah 1:19 – “If you be willing and obedient you shall eat the good of the land.”   Daily Devotional Guide: Monday: Naaman the Syrian. 2 Kings 5:1-6; Luke 4:27 Tuesday: Elisha’s reception of Naaman. 2 Kings 5:9-10 Wednesday: Naaman reacts to Elisha’s message. 2 Kings 5:11-12 Thursday: Wise counsel from Naaman’s servants. 2 Kings 5:13 Friday: Obedience brings blessings, 2 Kings 5:14 Saturday: God heals Naaman, the Syrian. 2 Kings...

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Naaman, the Syrian, July 24th, 2016

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Naaman, the Syrian, July 24th, 2016

Naaman, the Syrian     Central Thought: Humility and complete obedience is the pathway to divine blessings.   Hymn: “When We Walk With the Lord” Text: 2 Kings 5:1-14     The healing of Naaman demonstrated God’s saving power and grace upon all mankind irrespective of race and status. Naaman was a Syrian who was not supposed to enjoy the covenant blessings.  Like the Syrophenician woman would argue, “even dogs eat of the crumbs that fall from the master’s table”, Matthew 15:27.  God shows mercy and does good to all.  His overall purpose is for all men to be saved. Naaman was a hero but he was a leper, so powerful but could not exchange skin with the basest Slave in Syria. NO man’s greatness or honor can insulate him from the calamities of human life.  It took Naaman’s obedience and humility to be healed by God.  In this study, we shall examine the steps he took to great healed of his leprosy with a view to deriving some lessons.     Lesson Objectives: To know who Naaman was. To examine Naamans’s encounter with Prophet Elisha. To appreciate the impact Naaman’s healing had on him and others.   Who was Naaman and how did he hear about Elisha? 2 Kings 5:1-6; 1 Chronicles 8:4-7; Luke 4:27 Naaman was from Syria and the commander of the Syrian army. He was a descendant of Benjamin the son of Ehud.  He was a great man in a great place, an honorable and mighty man of valor.  Through him God gave victories t to the king of Syria over Israel and other nations.  These victories earned Naaman popularity, honor and respect.   He was very rich and powerful.  However, in spite of his accolade, he was a leper.  Leprosy was one of the most deadly diseases of the time.  Some extreme form of leprosy is so contagious that sufferers are forced out of the cities into quarantined camps.  Obviously this blemish diminished the warrior Naaman. During one of the exploits of Naaman against Israel, a young lady was captured and she became a maid to Naaman’s wife. It was through this captive maid that Naaman got to know about Elisha.  Though a little girl, she was acquainted with the wondrous works of God through Elisha.  She had a strong faith in the God of Elisha and desired the good health of her master.   She made her suggestion that brought solution to Naaman’s illness.   Read 2 Kings 5:6-7 and comment on the reaction of the king of Israel to the letter sent to him by the king of Syria through Naaman? Naaman decided to follow the official protocols to get to Elisha. The king of Syria had to write to the king of Israel who was expected to direct Naaman to Prophet Elisha.  Naaman and the king of Syria may not have known where to find this prophet of God in Samaria.  However, it was taken for granted that the king of Israel will know.  So Naaman journeyed from Damascus to Samaria. The letter of introduction was then written by the king of Syria addressed to the king of Israel and accompanied by some gifts. The king of Israel on receiving the letter considered it as a strange request and tore his clothes in...

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