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20/08/2026

Pastor Daniel Morakinyo

When Sexual Desire Is Different in Marriage

1 Corinthians 7:3–5
1. Marriage involves mutual responsibility

The Bible says:
Let the husband render unto the wife due benevolence: and likewise also the wife unto the husband.1 Corinthians 7:3

Notice the word likewise.

The husband has responsibilities toward his wife, and the wife has responsibilities toward her husband. Sexual intimacy is not presented as the responsibility of only one spouse.
2. The husband's desire is not automatically wrong

A man having a strong s*xual desire within marriage is not sinful in itself.

God created s*xual desire and placed it within marriage.

Proverbs 5:18–19 celebrates marital s*xual intimacy, and Hebrews 13:4 says marriage is honorable.

So the husband should not feel ashamed simply because he desires his wife.
3. But desire must be governed by love

This is where Ephesians 5:25 becomes important:

Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it.

Christ's love was sacrificial.

Therefore, a husband cannot say, I have a s*xual need, therefore you must give me s*x whenever I want.

Christian marriage is not about one person controlling the other.

Love does not force. Love gives, understands and sacrifices.
4. The wife should not deliberately use s*x as punishment

There is another side that should not be ignored.

If a wife deliberately withholds intimacy simply to punish, manipulate, control, or humiliate her husband, that is also unhealthy.

Paul says:
Defraud ye not one the other...1 Corinthians 7:5

The context is mutual consideration between husband and wife.

So neither spouse should weaponize s*x.
5. What if their levels of desire are very different?

This is where wisdom is needed.

Suppose the husband wants intimacy frequently while the wife wants it much less frequently. The answer is not:
•The husband must always get his way.
•The wife must always get her way.
•The husband should find another woman.

19/08/2026

By pastor Daniel Morakinyo

WHEN DEATH TAKES A SPOUSE, BUT NOT THE DESTINY

Main Text: Psalm 68:5; 1 Corinthians 7:39; Isaiah 43:18–19

Introduction:
The death of a husband or wife can create a deep wound that words cannot easily explain.
A widow may say, I have lost my husband.
A widower may say, I have lost my wife.
But there is a truth that must never be forgotten: Death may take your spouse, but death cannot take your destiny.

The person may be gone, but God is still here.
The marriage may have ended by death, but God's purpose for the surviving spouse has not ended.
1. GOD HAS NOT FORGOTTEN YOU

A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows, is God in his holy habitation.
Psalm 68:5
God has a special heart for those who have lost their spouses. Your tears do not mean God has abandoned you.

Psalm 34:18 says: The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart.

You may feel alone, but you are not abandoned.
2. YOUR LOSS DOES NOT CANCEL YOUR CALLING

The death of a spouse can change your life, but it does not cancel God's purpose.

Consider Naomi.
She lost her husband and her two sons. Her life became bitter and empty in her own eyes.
Yet God was not finished with her.

Through Ruth, God brought Naomi into a new chapter, and she became part of the lineage connected to David and ultimately Jesus Christ Ruth 4:13–17;Matthew 1:5–16

Her loss was real, but her destiny was still alive.
3. DON'T LET GRIEF BECOME YOUR IDENTITY

There is a difference between saying:
*I am a widow.
and saying:
*I am only a widow.
Widowhood may describe your present circumstance, but it does not define the whole of your life.
You are still:
•God's child.
•A person of purpose.
•Valuable to the Kingdom.
•Capable of serving God.
•Capable of loving again.
•Capable of fulfilling your assignment.

Your spouse may have completed their earthly journey, but yours is not necessarily finished.

18/08/2026

By pastor Daniel Morakinyo

CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE

When the Covenant Is Under Pressure

Marriage is not merely a relationship between two people; it is a covenant made before God.

What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.
Matthew 19:6
1. God did not design marriage for divorce

From the beginning, God's intention was one man and one woman becoming one flesh (Genesis 2:24).

Jesus said: From the beginning it was not so. Matthew 19:8

Therefore, divorce should never become the first solution to marital problems.

A difficult marriage is not automatically a failed marriage.

Sometimes what needs to die is not the marriage but pride, unforgiveness, selfishness, bitterness and stubbornness.
2. Don't make a permanent decision because of a temporary storm

Some couples divorce because they are going through a season of conflict.

But a storm is not necessarily the end of the journey.

Peter had a storm on the sea, but Jesus was still in the boat (Mark 4:37–41).

Likewise, a marriage can pass through a terrible season and still be restored.

Don't bury a covenant that God may still be able to resurrect.
3. Sexual problems alone should not immediately lead to divorce

A husband may have a strong s*xual desire while his wife has little desire.

That is a real marital problem, but it should first be addressed through communication, understanding, medical help where necessary, counseling and prayer—not adultery or immediate divorce.

1 Corinthians 7:3–5 teaches mutual responsibility and consideration between husband and wife.
4. But Scripture does recognize serious circumstances

Jesus mentioned s*xual immorality in Matthew 19:9.

Paul also addresses abandonment by an unbelieving spouse in 1 Corinthians 7:15.

So we should not tell suffering people, Just endure anything because you are a Christian.

Where there is abuse, violence, serious danger, or abandonment, appropriate protection, pastoral guidance and professional help are necessary.

13/08/2026

By pastor Daniel Morakinyo

RUTH: A LIFE OF LOYALTY, FAITH AND DIVINE REDEMPTION

Ruth 1–4
Ruth 1:16

> Thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God.

Introduction:
Ruth's story is a beautiful testimony of loyalty, faith, grace, and redemption. She was a Moabite widow with an uncertain future, yet she chose God, remained faithful to Naomi, and trusted God with her destiny.

What began with loss ended in restoration. What looked like the end became the beginning of a greater purpose.
1. LOYALTY — Ruth Stayed When Others Left

Ruth 1:16–17

Ruth refused to abandon Naomi.

She said:

> Where thou goest, I will go.
Ruth's loyalty was tested in a season of pain, but she remained committed.

Lesson: True loyalty is revealed when there is nothing to gain.
2. FAITH — Ruth Chose God

Ruth 1:16

Ruth did not only choose Naomi; she chose Naomi's God:

> Thy God my God.
She left her old life behind and stepped into an unknown future with faith in God.

Lesson: Faith means trusting God even when you cannot see what He is preparing.
3. HUMILITY — Ruth Was Willing to Work

Ruth 2:2–3

Ruth did not sit down and wait for a miracle. She went into the field and worked.

Her humility and diligence attracted the attention of Boaz.

Lesson: While we trust God for our future, we must faithfully do what is in our hands today.
4. FAVOUR — God Connected Ruth to Boaz

Ruth 2:10–12

Ruth found favour in the field of Boaz.

What appeared to be an ordinary day became a divine appointment.

Lesson: God can arrange ordinary circumstances to accomplish extraordinary purposes.
5. REDEMPTION — Boaz Became Ruth's Redeemer

Ruth 4:9–10

Boaz redeemed Ruth, married her, and gave her a new future.

This points us to Jesus Christ, our perfect Redeemer.

Ruth could not redeem herself; Boaz redeemed her.

Likewise, we cannot save ourselves from sin. Jesus paid the price for our redemption.

In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins.Ephesians 1:7

12/08/2026

By pastor Daniel Morakinyo

RAHAB: GRACE THAT CHANGED A DESTINY

Joshua 2:1–21; Hebrews 11:31

Matthew 1:5

By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not. Hebrews 11:31

Introduction:
Rahab had a sinful past, but God gave her a new future. She heard about the God of Israel, believed Him, acted in faith, and was delivered from destruction.

Her story teaches us that your past does not have to determine your future when you encounter God's grace.
1. She Heard and Believed

Joshua 2:9–11

Rahab heard what God had done for Israel and believed that He was the true God.

Faith begins when we hear God's Word and believe it.
2. She Believed and Acted

Joshua 2:4–6; James 2:25

Rahab protected the spies because her faith produced action.

True faith is demonstrated by obedience.
3. She Sought Salvation for Her Family

Joshua 2:12–13

Rahab did not want to be saved alone. She pleaded for her family.

A genuine encounter with God should make us desire salvation for others.
4. God Changed Her Destiny

Joshua 6:22–25; Matthew 1:5

Rahab was saved from destruction and became part of Israel. More wonderfully, she became an ancestor of Jesus Christ.

The woman with a sinful past became part of God's redemption story.

Rahab and Jesus

The scarlet cord in Rahab's window reminds us of God's appointed way of deliverance. Ultimately, our salvation is found in Jesus Christ and His sacrifice.

Rahab was delivered from the judgment of Jericho; Jesus delivers us from the power and penalty of sin.

Conclusion:
Rahab's story is a story of faith, grace, redemption, and transformation.

She had a bad past, but God gave her a glorious future.

Never say, “God cannot use me.”
If you surrender to Christ, God can turn your testimony into a blessing.

11/08/2026

Esther: For Such a Time as This

Pastor Daniel Morakinyo

Esther 4:13–16; Esther 5–8
and who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this? Esther 4:14

Introduction:
The book of Esther is a powerful story of God's providence. Although God's name is not directly mentioned in the book, His hand is evident throughout every event. Esther was a young Jewish woman who became queen of Persia. When an evil plot threatened to destroy the Jewish people, God used her courage, wisdom, fasting, and faith to save an entire nation.

Esther's life teaches us that God places His people in strategic positions to fulfill His divine purpose.
1. God Can Lift the Humble
Esther 2:15–17

Esther was an orphan raised by her cousin Mordecai. She had no royal background, yet God lifted her from obscurity to become queen.

Lesson: Promotion comes from God, not merely from human effort.
Psalm 75:6–7.
2. God Places People Where They Can Fulfill His Purpose
Esther 4:14

Mordecai reminded Esther that her position as queen was not an accident. God had placed her there for a specific assignment.

Lesson: Every believer has a God-given purpose. Your family, workplace, church, business, or community may be the place where God wants to use you.
Ephesians 2:10.
3. Prayer and Fasting Bring Divine Intervention
Esther 4:15–16

Before approaching the king, Esther called for three days of fasting and prayer.

She understood that spiritual battles are won through dependence on God.

Lesson: Prayer prepares us for difficult assignments and invites God's intervention.
2 Chronicles 7:14.
4. Courage Opens the Door for Miracles
Esther 5:1–3

Approaching the king without an invitation could have meant death. Yet Esther declared:

If I perish, I perish. (Esther 4:16)

She chose obedience over fear.

Lesson: Faith often requires courage. God honors those who trust Him enough to obey.
Joshua 1:9.

06/08/2026

BEAUTY WITHOUT HOLINESS IS INCOMPLETE

Genesis 29:17; Genesis 31:19

By pastor Daniel Morakinyo

Rachel was beautiful in form and appearance. Genesis 29:17

Introduction:
Rachel was one of the most beautiful women in the Bible. She was greatly loved by Jacob and became the mother of Joseph and Benjamin. Yet, despite her beauty and privileged position, the Bible records that she stole and kept her father's household idols (Genesis 31:19).

This teaches us that outward appearance can be attractive while the heart still struggles with hidden sins. God is not looking only at our appearance—He desires a heart that is fully devoted to Him.

Man looks on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks on the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7

1. Outward Beauty Does Not Equal Spiritual Beauty

Rachel was physically beautiful, but beauty alone did not make her spiritually mature.
• Genesis 29:17
- Proverbs 31:30
- 1 Peter 3:3–4

Lesson: God values a beautiful heart more than a beautiful face.

2. Hidden Idols Can Destroy Spiritual Growth

Rachel secretly kept her father's idols. Whether she took them because of family attachment, inheritance customs, or lingering beliefs, they represented something that competed with wholehearted devotion to God.
- Genesis 31:19
- Exodus 20:3
- Joshua 24:23

Lesson: Anything that takes God's place in our hearts becomes an idol.

3. God Wants Complete Surrender

God does not want us to follow Him while secretly holding on to sinful habits, worldly attachments, or divided loyalties.

• Deuteronomy 6:5
- Matthew 22:37
- James 4:8

Lesson: True worship requires total commitment.

4. Deal With Hidden Sins Before They Deal With You

Rachel hid the idols, but nothing is hidden from God.

• Hebrews 4:13
- Psalm 139:23–24
- 1 John 1:9

Lesson: Confession and repentance bring freedom and restoration.

Conclusion:
Rachel reminds us that physical beauty, blessings, or a good reputation cannot replace holiness. God desires hearts that are completely His. Let us remov

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