I. BLESSING:

• Hebrew: “Barak” (Genesis 1:22; 9:1)

• God – Kneeling to Bless in an act of Adoration (Psalm 103:1)

• People – To Bless as a Benefit (Psalm 103:2)

II. 2 DEFINITIONS:

• Blessing is the Human act of adoring God!

• Blessing is God’s way of releasing an empowerment to prosper!

II. WHAT BLESSING DOES:

• Blessing Readjusts Atmospheres – (Number 22:41; 23:1)

• Blessing Reassures Destiny – (Number 23:19-20)

• Blessing Removes All Sorrow – (Proverbs 10:22)

• Blessing Reverses All Curses – (Numbers 23:8, 23)

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I. 6 Reasons for Giving:

• Honor: Giving Honors God – (Proverbs 3:9)

• Respect: Giving Respects God’s Principles – (Psalm 119:6)

• Obedience: Giving Obeys God – (Malachi 3:10)

• Gratitude: Giving Thanks God – (2 Corinthians 9:7)

• Sustainability: Giving Sustains Ministry – (Numbers 18) 

• Destiny: Giving Reciprocates Harvest – (Luke 6:38) 

II. 3 Fold Giving:

1st Fruits – (Genesis 4:4)

• The Annual Gift of One’s 1st Income 

Tithing – (Genesis 14:18-20)

• The Constant Gift of 10% of One’s Income 

Offerings – (Genesis 22:2)

• The Constant Free Will Gift from One’s Income 

Prayer – Generational Wealth

I. None Will Lack – (Deut. 16:16-17)

a. Emptiness a sign of Lack

b. Lack is an Aspect of The Curse

c. Christ Redeemed us from The Curse (Galatians 3:13)

II. Six Motives for Giving:

a. Giving Honors God – (Proverbs 3:9)

b. Giving Respects God – (Psalm 119:6)

c. Giving Obeys God – (Malachi 3:10)

d. Giving Thanks God – (2 Corinthians 9:7)

e. Giving Reciprocates Harvest – (Luke 6:38)

f. Giving Sustains Ministry – (Numbers 18)

Prayer – Breaking the Cycle of Lack (individual/collective/ministry)

1. WORD FOUNDATION – (Ps. 119:105)

• READ, KNOW & SPEAK THE WORD – (Psalm 119:11)

2. PRAYER FOUNDATION – (1 Thess. 5:17)

• PRAY EARLY, INTENSELY & OFTEN – (James 5:16b)

3. WORSHIP FOUNDATION – (John 4:23)

• WORSHIP DAILY, WISELY & HUMBLY – (Psalm 34:1)

4. GIVING FOUNDATION – (Luke 6:38)

• GIVE TO VISION – (Habakkuk 2:2)
• GIVE TO GOD’S MAN – (1 Corinthians 9:14)
• GIVE TO OTHERS – (Acts 20:35)

5. PEOPLE FOUNDATION – (Acts 4:32)

• CONNECT TO THEIR LIFE – (Exodus 18:22)
• CONNECT TO THEIR PURPOSE – (Ephesians 4:1)
• CONNECT TO THEIR PAIN – (Psalm 34:19)

6. COMMUNITY FOUNDATION – (Matt. 25:35-36)

• REACH WITH COMPASSION – (Luke 10:33)
• REACH WITH RELEVANCE – (1 Chronicles 12:32)
• REACH WITH MINISTRY – (James 1:27)

7. ECONOMIC FOUNDATION – (Deut. 8:18)

• THINK & PLAN TO LIVE IN WEALTH – (Psalm 66:12)

8. HEAVENLY FOUNDATION – (Deut. 11:21)

• HIS KINGDOM COME – (Matthew 6:10)
• HIS GLORY ON US – (Isaiah 60:1)

1. Strong Word Foundation – (Psalm 119:105)

• Principles Preached & Taught (2 Timothy 4:2)
• Principles Known & Understood (Hosea 4:6)
• Principles Constantly Practiced (James 1:22)

2. Strong Prayer Foundation – (1 Thessalonians 5:17)

• Cultivates God’s Mind (Philippians 2:5)
• Unlocks The Heavens (Matthew 7:7)
• Makes Requests Known (Philippians 4:6)

3. Strong Worship Foundation – (John 4:23)

• Worship that Exalts God (Psalm 48:1)
• Worship that Adjusts Atmospheres (2 Chronicles 20:22)
• Worship that Humbles Flesh (1 Corinthians 1:29)

4. Strong Spirit of Giving – (Luke 6:38)

• Giving to The Vision (Habakkuk 2:2)
• Giving to Their Man of God (1 Corinthians 9:14)
• Giving to Each Other (Acts 20:35)

5. Strong People Connection – (Acts 4:32)

• Connection to People’s Lifestyle (Exodus 18:22)
• Connection to People’s Purpose (Ephesians 4:1)
• Connection to People’s Problems (Psalm 34:19)

6. Strong Community Reach – (Matthew 25:35-36)

• Godly Spirit of Compassion (Luke 10:33)
• Relevant Grasp of Trends (1 Chronicles 12:32)
• Sustainable Services & Programs (James 1:27)

7. Strong Economic Development – (Deuteronomy 8:18)

• Wealth Creation Mindset (Proverbs 23:7a)
• Wealth Creation Strategy (Psalm 112:3)
• Wealth Creation Mechanisms (Psalm 66:12)

8. Strong Experience of Heaven on Earth – (Deuteronomy 11:21)

• God’s Kingdom Come (Matthew 6:10a)
• God’s Will Being Done (Matthew 6:10b)
• God’s Glory Upon Us (Isaiah 60:1)

1. Strong Word Foundation – (Psalm 119:105)

• Principles Preached & Taught (2 Timothy 4:2)
• Principles Known & Understood (Hosea 4:6)
• Principles Constantly Practiced (James 1:22)

2. Strong Prayer Foundation – (1 Thessalonians 5:17)

• Cultivates God’s Mind (Philippians 2:5)
• Unlocks The Heavens (Matthew 7:7)
• Makes Requests Known (Philippians 4:6)

3. Strong Worship Foundation – (John 4:23)

• Worship that Exalts God (Psalm 48:1)
• Worship that Adjusts Atmospheres (2 Chronicles 20:22)
• Worship that Humbles Flesh (1 Corinthians 1:29)

4. Strong Spirit of Giving – (Luke 6:38)

• Giving to The Vision (Habakkuk 2:2)
• Giving to Their Man of God (1 Corinthians 9:14)
• Giving to Each Other (Acts 20:35)

5. Strong People Connection – (Acts 4:32)

• Connection to People’s Lifestyle (Exodus 18:22)
• Connection to People’s Purpose (Ephesians 4:1)
• Connection to People’s Problems (Psalm 34:19)

6. Strong Community Reach – (Matthew 25:35-36)

• Godly Spirit of Compassion (Luke 10:33)
• Relevant Grasp of Trends (1 Chronicles 12:32)
• Sustainable Services & Programs (James 1:27)

7. Strong Economic Development – (Deuteronomy 8:18)

• Wealth Creation Mindset (Proverbs 23:7a)
• Wealth Creation Strategy (Psalm 112:3)
• Wealth Creation Mechanisms (Psalm 66:12)

8. Strong Experience of Heaven on Earth – (Deuteronomy 11:21)

• God’s Kingdom Come (Matthew 6:10a)
• God’s Will Being Done (Matthew 6:10b)
• God’s Glory Upon Us (Isaiah 60:1)

I. THOSE CLOSE TO YOU:

• You Choose: Prayerfully – (Luke 6:12)

• You Limit: Graciously – (Luke 6:13)

• You Define: Biblically – (Luke 6:14)

II. PEOPLE TRUTHS:

• Some will fuss with you because they’re loyal to you (Peter)

• Some will join you for their agenda not yours (Simon Zealot)

• Some will be with you while still doubting you (Thomas)

• Some will have love you that outdistances others (John)

III. THE MOTIONS OF FRIENDS:

• Friends Comfort You – (Job 2:11)

• Friends Cover You – (1 Peter 4:8)

• Friends Carry You – (Mark 2:3-4)

• Friends Caution You –  (1 Samuel 19:2)

I. TWO KEYS:

• Success or Failure hinges on Associations (Prov. 13:20)

• Understanding is the key to Associations (Prov. 4:7)

II. 3 DEGREES OF SEPARATION: (Luke 16:17)

a. Crowds – “Those I walk about”

• Those who connect with me based on Needs

• Connection to them is Indirect

b. Colleagues – “Those I work with”

• Those who connect with me based on Functions

• Connection to them is Collegial

c. Companions – “Those I walk with”

• Those who can walk with me as I walk with God

• Connection to them is Intimate

III. QUALITIES OF FRIENDS: (Amos 3:3)

a. Peter: Bold & Honest = Accountable (Matt. 16:23)

b. John: Loving & Loyal = Relational (John 13:23)

c. James: Silent & Present = Confident

I. Revival Defined:

• Generally refers to a specific period of increased spiritual interest or renewal in the life of a church congregation or many churches, either regionally or globally.  We’ve seen some sprinklings in our house
• Youth Retreat recently
• Moving of the Holy Spirit in our Services – in worship, praise and prayer
• Lives been saved
• Increased Angelic Activity

II. The Nature Of Wickedness:

• The whole world lies in wickedness (1 John 5:19)
• Increase in Wickedness as time runs out (Rev 12:12)
• Satan – The Enemy (1 Peter 5:8)
• Those Born of God overcome wickedness (1 John 5:4)

III. Revival – the voice of one crying!

• Increased darkness - precedent for revival (Isaiah 60:2)
• Vacancy – one man needed (Ezekiel 22:30)
• Prophesy – Open the graves and bring them out Lord! (Ezekiel 37:12)
• Prophesy – Holy Ghost infilling (Ezekiel 37:14)
• Prophesy – Holy Ghost Fire
• Prophesy – Holy Ghost Signs and Wonders

IV. Revival – What Next:

Snapshot of an everyday life – Why is there spiritual stagnation? Study by Barna Group May 2009 US.

• Lack of personal motivation 32%
• Other compelling obligations & Distractions 26%
• Lack of involvement in activities that nurture growth 19%

• God First!
• The Word – know it; embrace it! (Hosea 4:6, 1 Corinthians 2:8)
• Worship without Apology
• Praise at all times
• Keep your focus - Fast
• Don’t Quench the Spirit
• Walk in the Spirit Vs Gift of the Spirit  (Galatians 5:22)
• Give as you’ve never given before
• Love like you’ve never loved before
• Obedience – learn by obeying! (Hebrews 5:8, 2 Corinthians 10:5)
• Beware of Depression – Rejoice (Revelation 12:12, Philippians 4:4)

V. Conclusion - What’s In You

• A king in you – Exercise it!
• Victory in you – manifest it!
• Purpose in you – Pursue it!
• Passion in you – Express it!
• Hope in you – Reach out for more!
• Breakthrough in you – Multiply it!

Pastor Okechukwu Ononiwu

I. LIFE’S SEASONS (Ecc. 3:1)

• North – Troubling Seasons (Ps. 27:5)
• South – Comforting Seasons (Ps. 23:4)
• West – Setting Seasons (Ps. 104:19)
• East – Opportune Seasons (Ps. 102:13)

II. DIRECT YOUR LIFE (Prov. 3:5-6)

• Face East (Genesis 2:8)
• Speak Opportunities (2 Corinthians 5:17)

III. FENCED IN (Heb. 12:14)

• No to The World! (John 17:15-16)

IV. YOUR GATE = ONE ACCESS (Matt. 6:22)

• Guard Eyes, Ears & Mouth (Psalm 101:3; Mark 4:24; Psalm 141:3)

V. YOUR 1ST ALTAR= DECISIONS (2 Cor. 13:5)

• Present, Assess & Address You Daily (Rom. 12:1-2; 1 Cor. 11:31)

VI. YOUR LAVER= WASH (Eph. 5:26)

• Wash, Prune & Inform You (John 15:3; 1 Tim. 4:13)

VII. YOUR TABLE = BREAD (Matt. 6:11)

• Live His Will (Matt. 4:4)

VIII. YOUR LAMP = LIGHT (Ps. 36:9)

• Light Your Heart (Eph. 3:17)

VIX. YOUR 2ND ALTAR = INCENSE (Phil. 2:5)

• Pray into God’s Mind (1 Thess. 5:17)

X. YOUR HOLY OF HOLIES = DEEP TO DEEP (Ps. 42:7)

Live in His Presence (Psalm 16:11)

1st DIMENSION: THE OUTER COURT OF MY BODY

I. Recognize Life’s Seasons (Ecclesiastes 3)

• North – Seasons of Trouble (Job 3:26)
• South – Seasons of Comfort (Job 37:17)
• East – Seasons of Beginnings (Exodus 10:13)
• West – Seasons of Endings (Exodus 10:19)

II. Decide Your Direction (Proverbs 3:5-6)

• Always face East (God-Facing) (Genesis 2:8)
• Always live/speak in Newness (2 Corinthians 5:17)

III. Commit to Being Fenced In (Hebrews 12:14)

• Never consent with “worldliness” (John 17:15-16)
• Never allow outside to bleed inside (Exodus 3:5)

IV. 1st Level: Your Gate = The Place of Singular Access

• Guard your Eyes (Psalm 101:3)
• Guard your Ears (Mark 4:24)
• Control your Mouth (Psalm 141:3)

V. 2nd Level: Your Altar = The Place of Daily Judgment

• Present yourself Daily (Romans 12:1-2)
• Assess yourself Daily (2 Corinthians 13:5)
• Address yourself Daily (1 Corinthians 11:31)

VI. 3rd Level: Your Laver = The Place of Constant Cleansing

• Read to be Washed (Ephesians 5:26)
• Read to be Pruned (John 15:3)
• Read to be Informed (1 Timothy 4:13)

KEY:

• Understanding is a spiritual reality with eyes

WHAT GOD SEES FOR ME: (2 Corinthians 4:7)

God sees ME as a Great Dreamer & Visionary (Joel 2:28; Acts 2:16-17)

God sees ME as a High Achiever (Joshua 1:8; Psalm 1:3)

God sees ME as a Constant Overcomer (Rom. 8:37; 2 Cor. 2:14; Rev. 12:11)

God sees ME as a Wealth Creator (Deut. 8:18; Prov. 13:22; Haggai 2:7-9)

God sees ME with a Glorious Destiny (Rom. 8:30; Prov. 4:18)

II. WHY DON’T I SEE IT: (1 Corinthians 14:40)

My Body = The Dimension of Manifestation (Actions/Words)

My Soul = The Dimension of Mediation (Umpire)

• My Will = Choices (Psalm 40:7-8)

• My Heart = Desires/Passions (Psalm 51:10)

• My Mind = Thoughts/Reason (Ephesians 4:23)

 
My Spirit = The Dimension of Deposit (Place with God)

I. WHO WE ARE:

a. A church of Great Dreamers & Visionaries (Joel 2:28; Acts 2:16-17)

b. A church of High Achievers (Joshua 1:8; Psalm 1:3)

c. A church of Constant Overcomers (Rom. 8:37; 2 Cor. 2:14; Rev. 12:11)

d. A church of Multi Millionaires (Deut. 8:18; Prov. 13:22; Haggai 2:7-9)

e. A church with a Glorious Destiny (Rom. 8:30; Prov. 4:18)

II. WHAT WE DO:

a. We Think Like It! (Prov. 23:7a; Eph. 4:23)

b. We Speak Like It! (Prov. 18:21; Deut. 30:14)

c. We Act Like It! (Matt. 7:20; Heb. 11:1)

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I. Understand the Battle!

• Our battle is spiritual! (2 Timothy 2:3-4)
• We are soldiers of Jesus Christ
• We are enlisted in God’s army
  
  
• Our battle adversary is spiritual (Ephesians 6:12)
• Principalities
• Powers
• Rulers of the darkness of this world
• Spiritual wickedness in high places
  
  
• Our battle ground is spiritual (2 Corinthians 10:3)
  
  
• Our battle armor is spiritual (2 Corinthians 10:4; Ephesians 6: 13-18)
• Loins girt with Truth!
• Breastplate of Righteousness!
• Feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of Peace!
• Shield of Faith!
• Helmet of Salvation!
• Sword of the Spirit: Word of God!
• Prayer!: in all its expressions (Prayer, Praise, Worship)

II. Whose battle is it then?

Let’s find out:

• Pharaoh and his army’s pursuit of the children of Israel (Exodus 14: 13-14)

Key Point: Sometimes God allows our enemies to pursue us that He may utterly destroy them (Exodus 14: 17-18)



• The Battle of Amalek (Exodus 17: 11-12)

Key Point: Our relationship with God is on a higher plan than our battle field with the adversary (Exodus 17: 9)

Victory on the battle field is determined by our relationship with God (Exodus 17:11)

• Gideon & Gideon’s Army (Judges 7:7)

  Key Point: The Lord wants, and should get, the glory for our victory (Judges 7:2)

• David vs. Goliath (1 Samuel 17: 47)

Key Point: The Lord does not need our help for victory just our faith: We are to put on the armor of God NOT our own armor (1 Samuel 17: 38-39)

• Jehoshaphat’s Victories  (2 Chronicles 20:15-17)

Key Point: Our Worship activates our victory (2 Chronicles 20:22)

III. Some key points to note about the battle!

• Victory does not depend on your STRENGTH!
• Victory does not depend on your STRATEGY!
• Victory does not depend on your SIZE!

Eye of the Flesh: Seeing through our own eyes (Numbers 13: 31-33)

Eye of the Spirit:  How God see everything (Gen. 1: 31; 18: 14; Jer. 32:27; Matt. 19:26; 1 Cor. 2: 9-10)

Eye of Faith: Seeing Through God’s eyes or Seeing through word of God (Num. 14: 8-9)

PROCLAMATION: Psalm 27!

Pastor Valentine U. Akuazaoku

• Never Say I CAN’T! = MINDSET (Philippians 4:13) 

• Never Say I’M NOT ABLE! = ABILITIES (Zechariah 4:6) 

• Never Stop REACHING! = ASPIRATIONS (Luke 19:13) 

• Never Stop PUSHING! = DETERMINATION (Philippians 3:14) 

• PASSION IS THE KEY – (Acts 1:3)

Love = Relationship = Desire

GOD’S CHARACTER: (Psalm 103:7)

• His Ways = Who He Is

• His Words = What He Says

• His Works = What He Does

God’s Ways, Words & Works are Consistent = Integrity (Num. 23:19)

GOD IS: (Exodus 3:14)

• God is Omni-Present = He’s Always There (Psalm 139:7-10)

• God is Omni-Potent = He Always Can (Psalm 62:11)

• God is Omni-Scient = He Always Knows (Psalm 139:1-4)

CONCLUSION: (Mark 9:23)

• It’s Impossible for God not to Know

• It’s Impossible for God not to Be There

• It’s Impossible for God not to Be Able

THREE WEEK GOAL:

• To increase the faith level in Rhema to ridiculous (hyper) dimensions

 THREE PRACTICES:

1. Never be surprised, always Expectant! (Jer. 29:11)

2. Always speak in the Affirmative! (2 Cor. 1:20)

3. Always operate at Ridiculous Faith Levels! (Mark 5:40)

THREE FACTS:

1. Difficulties are for Men - Demonstration is for Gods! (John 10:34)

2. Hardships are for Transgressors – Help is from God! (Psalm 121:1-2)

3. Trouble is the plight of the Menial – Triumph is the reward of the Mighty! (2 Cor. 2:14)

1. THE REALMS OF MAN: (1st Thess. 5:23; Gen 1:26-27, 2:7)

2. WHO ARE WE FIGHTING: (Ephesians 6: 10-12)

• Satan’s agenda - (John 10:10)
• Strongholds  = Fortresses erected in mind where enemy hides & is protected
• The Inner Workings of Satanic Kingdom:
• Principalities: (Eph 3:10)
• Powers: (Col. 2:15)
• Rulers of Darkness: (Col. 1:13, 2 Cor. 4:4)
• Spiritual Wickedness in High Places:
• Carnal Weapons – Satan utilize the mind, reasoning, desires & will to attack God’s people (Numbers 13: 26- 14:4)

3. THE WORD – WEAPON OF CHOICE!

• The Word attaches to our spirit (Heb. 4:12, John 6:63)
• The Word must shift from spirit to soul (James 1:21)
• Speak the Word (2 Cor. 4:13)
• The Word is the Standard (Isa. 59:19)

Crystal Neil

1. God’s intent and move on the earth

a) God is concerned with depositing Himself (i.e. Character, Ways, Thoughts) in a person and in his/her descendants. (Isaiah 44:3)

b) The move of God in the earth (macro-level . . . referring to the various systems of the world; education, media, politics, theatre , etc.) and in your life (micro-level) works to accomplish

1 of 3 things:

- Establish (i.e. Create or Set-up) (Gen. 1:1)
- Change (i.e. Deliver from/Deliver into) (Mark 5:15)
- Enhance (i.e. Give a double portion/Bring to the next level)
(2 Kings 2:9-10)

2. The move away from the perfect order (1 Samuel 8)

3. The make-up of Man (1 Thessalonians 5:23, Genesis 2:7)

4. The attack on the soul of man (Genesis 3:6)

5. Recognizing your moment (Mark 5:24-32, (28))

Sheldon Neil

I. Vision is A Story Being Told: (Hab. 2:2)

a. A Story of Faith:

• Faith says “We’re out here on God’s Word!” (Jer. 1:12)

• Faith says “God has more at sake than we do!” (Psalm 138:2)

• Faith says “What’s not of faith is sin!” (Romans 14:23)

b. A Story of Struggle: (Matthew 11:12)

• Struggle says “Nothing of value comes without a fight!”

• Struggle says “Change is birthed thru the womb of conflict!”

• Struggle says “Tomorrow is the product of today’s fight!”

c. A Story of Hope: (Romans 4:18)

• Faith walks with Hope

• Hope agrees with Faith

• Together they say “God is Able!”

I.  Introduction

• The struggle

II. Value – (Matt 6:19-21)

(a) The matter of the Gentiles - (Matt 6:32)

(b) The matter of the Heart – (Matt 6:21; Jer 17:9; Mark 7:21-23)

• A theology of Investment.
• Your heart follows your treasure.

III. Vision – (Matt. 6:22-23)

(a) The matter of sight

IV. Vocation - (Matt. 6:24)

(a) The matter of service

• Total loyalty to God cannot be divided.

(b) The matter of governance

• Mam-mon-as is a ruling or governmental spirit over wealth.

(c) The matter of Reward

Conclusion: You cannot serve God and Mammon!

Pastor Dalton Roach

I. Vision is A Story Being Told: (Hab. 2:2)

a. A Story of Faith:

• Faith says “We’re out here on God’s Word!” (Jer. 1:12)

• Faith says “God has more at sake than we do!” (Psalm 138:2)

• Faith says “What’s not of faith is sin!” (Romans 14:23)

b. A Story of Struggle: (Matthew 11:12)

• Struggle says “Nothing of value comes without a fight!”

• Struggle says “Change is birthed thru the womb of conflict!”

• Struggle says “Tomorrow is the product of today’s fight!”

c. A Story of Hope: (Romans 4:18)

• Faith walks with Hope

• Hope agrees with Faith

• Together they say “God is Able!”

I. COMPLETION – (1st Kings 6:14)

a. End of Summer Occupancy

b. Ongoing Construction

c. Year End Completion

II. CONSOLIDATION – (Psalm 133:1)

a. Worship Centre, Life Centre & Offices in One

b. Growth Strategy in High Gear

• Doubling in All Areas
• Evangelism Thrust
• New Television Programming
• Reopening of Ministry Store
• 2011 Focus – Increase…onwards

III. CONTINUATION – (Hab. 2:3)

a. Vision 2020 as Focus

b. Business Plan Completion/Execution

c. Real Estate Acquisition – (Genesis 14:17)

I. GOD’S PLAN:

a. God’s Plan is to (RE) TURN the world to Himself – (Ephesians 1:9-10)

• Thru’ Relationship or Sonship – (John 1:12)

• Thru’ Rulership or Sovereignty – (Luke 10:19)

b. The Hope of the world (in this process) is the local church as it gives Expression to God’s Kingdom – (Matthew 6:10)

c. The local church is a coming together of all People (classes, cultures, ethnicities) cultivating a Kingdom culture – (John 17:14-19)

II. 2 SIDES OF THE HOUSE:

a. Side 1 expresses Glory (Relationship) – (Exodus 34:29-30)

b. Side 2 Expresses Dominion (Rulership) – (Genesis 1:28)

1. IN THE WILL OF GOD YOU WILL HAVE WHAT YOU ASK FOR - Restoration. – Matt 21:22, John 11:22, John 14:13, John 15:16
   
   
2. EVERYTHING WE DO / DON’T DO – Request - Phil 4:6, James 4:17
   
   
3. GOD ANSWERS BEFORE WE ASK – Response – Matt 6:8, Matt 6:31-34
   
   
4. WHO YOU ASK DETERMINES YOUR SOURCE – Relationship – Phil 4:19,
   
   
5. NEVER ASK FOR ANYTHING THAT YOU ARE NOT PREPARED TO RECEIVE – Be Ready – Matt 20:22-23
   
   
6. WHAT YOU DON’T ANSWER SOMEONE ELSE WILL – Relevance – Rom 8:19, Luk 16:8
   
   
7. I’M DOING THE RIGHT THINGS BUT NOT GETTING – Results - James 4:3-4, Prov 23:2
   
   
8. DOUBLE MINDED QUESTIONS – Reunion – Jam 1:6

Pastor Anthony Burke

I. COMMUNION TRUTHS:

• Communion is God’s Plan to Transact Jesus’ Life & Work

• Communion is a Spiritual Exchange using Natural Elements

• The Broken Bread represents His work on Calvary – (Isaiah 53:10)

• The Cup represents His Free Flowing Life – (Leviticus 17:11)

II. IN EXCHANGE WE RECEIVE:

• His Healing into our Body, Mind, Emotions & Spirit – (Isaiah 53:5)

• His Divine Life into Our Human Life – (John 10:10)

• His Victory into Our Circumstances – (Romans 8:37)

Pastor Okechukwu Ononiwu

Metamorphosis:

1. a profound change in form from one stage to the next in the life history of an organism, as from the caterpillar to the pupa and from the pupa to the adult butterfly
2. a complete change of form, structure, or substance, as transformation by magic or witchcraft.
3. any complete change in appearance, character, circumstances, etc.
4. a form resulting from any such change.

1. The Battered Woman Syndrome (1 Sam 1:6-7)

• Verbal abuse (also called reviling) is a form of abusive behavior involving the use of language. It is a form of profanity that can occur with or without the use of expletives.
• Verbal abuse is a pattern of behavior that can seriously interfere with a person's healthy emotional development. Regular exposure leads to significant detriment of a person's self-esteem, emotional well-being, and physical state.
• Typically, verbal abuse increases in intensity over time and often escalates
• Verbal abuse starting from a young age contributes to inferiority complex, machismo attitudes, and many other negative behaviors that plague many people into adulthood.

2. The Danger of Complacency (V7a)

Complacent: pleased, esp. with oneself or one's merits, advantages, situation, etc., often without awareness of some potential danger or defect;

3) The Danger of Starvation – signs/symptoms of starvation (1 Sam 1:7b-8)

**Spiritual Anorexia**

The basic cause of starvation is an imbalance between energy intake and energy expenditure.

4) The Danger of Hoarding (v10)

What is hoarding: is a mental disorder marked by an obsessive need to acquire (and failure to use or discard) a significant amount of possessions, even if the items are worthless, hazardous, or unsanitary. Compulsive hoarding causes significant clutter and impairment to basic living activities.

5) It’s Purging Time!!  - 1 Sam 1:11/Ps 51:7

God cannot enlarge you until you have removed all the negativity from within. He needs room to begin the makeover!!!

Lady Loretta N. McEwan

“God is the True Vine and we are His branches”

1. Recognizing Your Calling/Understanding Your Purpose (Jhn.6:38)

2. Addressing The Fear (2 Tim. 1:7)

3. Believing In You (Rom. 8:28-30)

4. Confidence vs. Confidence (Acts 17:28 – Prov. 3:7)

5. Giving Honour (Jhn. 12:26)

6. The Essence Of You (Matt. 5:16)

Lady Judith Meikle

Before we can understand who we are in God, we must first know who God is to us.

Jehovah Jireh – The Lord Provides (Phil. 4:19 – Gen 22:14)

Jehovah Rapha – The Lord our Healer (Exo. 15:26)

Jehovah Nissi - The Lord our Banner and The Lord our Standard Of Victory (Exo.17:9-16)

Jehovah M’Kaddesh – The Lord our Sanctifier (Jhn.17:17)

Jehovah Tsidkenu – The Lord our Righteousness (1Cor.1:30)

Jehovah Sabaoth – The Lord of Hosts (Ps. 24)

Jehovah Shalom - The Lord our Peace (Jud. 6:24)

Jehovah Shammah – The Lord is Here (Eze. 48)

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Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd; (JEHOVAH ROHI- THE LORD OUR SHEPHARD) I shall not want(JEHOVAH JIREH- THE LORD PROVIDES). 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters(JEHOVAH SHALOM- THE LORD OUR PEACE). 3 He restoreth my soul(JEHOVAH RAPHA-THE LORD OUR HEALER): he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake(JEHOVAH TSIDKENU- THE LORD OR RIGHTEOUSNESS). 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me(JEHOVAH SHAMMAH- OUR LORD IS HERE); thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies(JEHOVAH NISSI- THE LORD OUR BANNER- OUR STANDARD OF VICTORY): thou anointest my head with oil(JEHOVAH M’KADDESH- THE LORD MY SANCTFIER); my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Lady Judith Meikle

I. Taking stock: Why are we here? (Genesis 2; Genesis 3)

• SIN (1John 3:4; Romans 3:23)

• SHAME (Luke 8:43; Mark 5:25-26 Lev.15:19-30)

• SELF (Esther 2:10;20)                     

 II. Taking Charge: How do we move from here? (1John 1:9;Psalm 103:8-15)

• REPENT /RECEIVE FORGIVENESS/RETURN TO GOD.

• RELEASE YOUR PAST. (Isaiah 54:4; Philippians 3:13-14; Galatians 5:1; 2 Cor.5:17)

• RECOGNIZE WHO YOU ARE IN GOD. (Esther 4:15-16; 2Cor. 5:21)

III. Conclusion: What lies in store for you!!

• GREAT DELIVERANCE : (Mark 5:26-34; Esther 9:15-24)

• GENERATIONAL BLESSINGS/FAVOR (Isa.54:3; 61:3 Ezek 36:29-30)

• GREATNESS BECOMES YOUR NAME. (Gen.12.2-3; Isaiah 62:2-4; 2 Samuel 7:9; Isaiah 58:14; Gen 48:4 )

SOME FACTS:

• God loves you just as you are but loves you too much to leave you there.

• Your Past does not determine your future but your past can derail your future.

• See yourself through the lenses of God and you will be amazed at the value He places on you.

Lady Akuazaoku

I. THE GLORY OF MINISTRY: (Matt. 16:18-19)

• Positional: Ministry is Seen as A Calling – (1 Cor. 7:20)

• Mental: Ministry is Viewed as Serious – (Ephesians 4:1)

• Intentional: Ministry’s Effect is Transformative – (2 Cor. 3:18)

II. SOLUTIONS TO VOLUNTEERISM:

• Mindset Removal – Get rid of the mindset before the action

• Support your house in whatever way with an understanding that you are building for a better more orderly future

• Serve in roles that are aligned with your present role in life

• Serve in areas that align with your calling & gifting (may or may not be doing this in life but it’s clear that you are gifted in this area)

• Pray for vision fulfillment and the day when God’s order is establish in Rhema

III. RHEMA MINISTRIES (STRONG & SERIOUS):

Corporate Finance & Administration

• Finance
• Corporate Development
• Information Technology
• Administration

Centre of Excellence

• Centre for Human Affairs
• Centre for Research & Strategy

Church & Community Services

• Church Affairs
• Community Services

Media

• Broadcast
• Creative Media Solutions
• Retail Services

International Affairs

• Global Missions
• Alliances

I. THE STRENGTH OF THE HOUSE: (Psalm 127:1)

• The Leader & The People are in Sync – (1 Cor. 11:1)

• The People are Brethren – (Philippians 2:3)

• Giving is Practiced – (Luke 6:38)

• The House is Being Built – (Haggai 1:8)

II. THE SERIOUSNESS OF MINISTRY: (Matt. 16:18-19)

• Ministry is Seen as A Calling – (1 Cor. 7:20)

• Ministry is Viewed as Serious – (Ephesians 4:1)

• Ministry’s Effect is Transformative – (2 Cor. 3:18) 

III. RHEMA MINISTRIES (STRONG & SERIOUS):

Corporate Finance & Administration

• Finance
• Corporate Development
• Information Technology
• Administration

Centre of Excellence

• Centre for Human Affairs
• Centre for Research & Strategy

Church & Community Services

• Church Affairs
• Community Services

Media

• Broadcast
• Creative Media Solutions
• Retail Services

International Affairs

• Global Missions
• Alliances

I. FOLLOW YOUR LEADER: (1 Corinthians 11:1)

• BELIEVE IN HIM – (2 Chronicles 20:20)

• SUBMIT TO HIM – (1 Corinthians 4:15-16) 

II. SEEK/SPEAK THE BEST OF OTHERS: (Philippians 2:3)

• HATE WHAT GOD HATES – (Proverbs 6:16-19)

• LOVE WHAT GOD LOVES – (1 Peter 2:17) 

III. GIVE TO YOUR HOUSE: (Ezra 3:4-5)

• SACRIFICING = GOD’S REQUIREMENT – (Romans 12:1) 

• SEEDING = OUR RETURN – (Luke 6:38) 

IV. BUILD YOUR HOUSE: (Haggai 1:8)

• HEAVEN’S PORTAL – (Haggai 1:10)

• EARTH’S PROMISE – (Haggai 1:10)

I. The Garment of Life: (Exodus 28:33)

• Substance with Sound – Felt & Announced
  
  
• Attitude with Abilities – Comportment & Capacity

• Character with Calling – Quality & Quantity

II. The 9 Qualities of True Riches: (Luke 16:11)

• Love – The selfless giving of one self (John 13:35)

• Joy – An inner celebration producing structural strength (Psalm 51:8)

• Peace – A stillness of spirit & quiet calm in the face of life (Mark 4:39)

• Longsuffering – An unlimited bear-ability (2 Timothy 2:3)

• Gentleness – A mildness of speech & touch (Proverbs 15:1)

• Goodness – A benevolent disposition to all (Galatians 6:10)

• Faith – A consistent hope in the good of all (Hebrews 11:1)

• Meekness – A confident humility (Matthew 5:5)

• Temperance – A controlling mastery of self (1 Corinthians 9:25)

7 FUNCTIONS OF THE SPIRIT

REVEALING THE KINGDOM – (Romans 14:17)

• Holy Spirit genders spiritual birth – (1 Peter 1:22)
• Spiritual birth gives spiritual sight – (John 3:3)
• Spiritual sight grants spiritual citizenship – (1 Corinthians 2:9-10)

RECONNECTING TO FATHERHOOD – (1 Corinthians 4:15)

• Fatherhood is a relationship of “Impartation”
• Biological fathers impart- Physically
• Spiritual fathers impart - Spiritually
• Heavenly Father imparts - Heavenly

RESTORING PURE SPEECH – (Zephaniah 3:9)

• Language is prophecy – (2 Peter 1:19a)
• Prophecy is future foretold – (2 Peter 1:19b)
• Future foretold produces faith today – (1 Peter 1:21)

REVIVING TRUE WORSHIP – (John 4:24)

• Worship is a spiritual exchange – (1 Peter 2:5)
• Worship is spiritual communion – (Psalm 42:7)

RESTORING GOD-LIKENESS – (Galatians 5:22-23)

• Holy Spirit restores the Divine Image – (Genesis 1:26)
• Spirit-filled = Spirit Sensitive (Ephesians 4:30)

BUILDING THE HOUSE – (Exodus 31:1-3)

• Houses must be built according to pattern – (Psalm 127:1)
• The tabernacle was built by pattern – (Hebrews 8:14)
• Solomon’s Temple was built by pattern – (2 Chronicles 28:11-210
• Jesus was built by pattern – (John 1:14)

THE WORK OF MINISTRY – (Luke 24:49)

• Ministry is Spirit – work – (Zechariah 4:6)
• Ministry is Anointed- work – (Isaiah 10:27)
• Ministry is God-at-work – (John 14:10)

I. Two Prerequisites:

a. A willingness to hear/receive TRUTH – (John 8:32)

b. A spirit & a tenacity to PUSH – (Luke 16:16)

II. Seven Biblical Witnesses:

1. God’s First Words – (Genesis 1:28)

• Blessed – (Law of 1st Mention)
• Fruitful – (Law of Productivity)
• Multiply – (Law of Increase)

2. The Fruit of Obedience – (Joshua 1:8)

• Prosperous Way = Life of Prosperity
• Good Success = Ethical & Lasting Success

3. The Empowerment to Make Life Rich – (Proverb 10:22)

• To be blessed & not successful is contradictory

4. The Law of The Legacy – (Proverbs 13:22)

• Poor men are not good men in the Bible
• Wealth is connected to the unborn – (Proverbs 17:6)

5. God’s Pleasure in our Prosperity – (Psalm 35:27)

• God delights/enjoys when we prosper!

6. Good Fathers give Good Gifts – (James 1:17)

• Wealth/riches are in Father’s Houses – (Proverbs 19:14)

7. God’s Chief Desire – (3 John 2)

• Prosperity of the soul & the body (material/immaterial)

END OF DISCUSSION – “SEND NOW PROSPERITY!” (Psalm 118:25)

I. The Very Best Governs All Giving:

• Abel’s Heart Before His Hand – (Hebrews 11:4)
  
  
• Abel’s Heart Controlled His Head – (Leviticus 3:16)
  
  
• Abel’s Heart Directed His Hand – (Genesis 4:4)

II. The Very Best Comes to God via The Altar:

• Individual Responsibility is Mature Giving – (Ephesians 4:14)
  
  
• Spontaneous Giving is Spirit Led Giving – (Romans 8:14)
  
  
• Altar Presentation is Dedicated Giving – (Exodus 29:37)

III. Man’s Very Best Returns GOD’S VERY BEST:

• Fat for FAT – (Leviticus 7:23)
  
  
• Open Hand for OPEN HAND – (Proverbs 11:24)
  
  
• Open Mouth for OPEN MOUTH – (Psalm 34:1)

1. MY HEALTH:

• Eat Properly – (Genesis 1:29)
• Exercise Regularly – (1 Timothy 4:8)
• Sleep Sweetly – (Proverbs 3:24)
• Conclusion: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

 2. MY FINANCES:

• Sow Liberally – (Proverbs 11:25)
• Save Futuristically – (Proverbs 13:22)
• Spend Wisely – (Luke 16:1)
• Conclusion: Psalm 112:3

 3. MY HEART & MIND:

• Be at Peace with Yourself – (Colossians 3:15)
• Be Balanced in Your Thoughts – (Philippians 4:5)
• Conclusion: Philippians 4:7

 4. MY FAMILY:

• Take Care of the Clan – (Genesis 18:19)
• Direct the Little Clan – (Proverbs 22:6)
• Conclusion: Psalm 112:2

 5. MY CHURCH:

• Gather Consistently – (Hebrews 10:25)
• Give Church your All – (Mark 12:30)
• Check your Attitude at the Door – (Psalm 122:1)
• Conclusion: Psalm 100:4

 6. MY GOD: My Crown & Covering

• All Areas Honor Him – (Colossians 3:17)
• All Areas Directed by Him – (Proverbs 3:6)
• Conclusion: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Sermon Notes (2009)