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14/02/2025

A Bible Teacher's Approach to Valentine's Day (from both a Biblical and Practical Perspective)

1. The True Meaning of Love

Valentine’s Day is often associated with romantic love, but the Bible teaches us about a love that is deeper and purer—agape love (God’s unconditional love). While romantic love (eros) has its place within God’s design for marriage, it should not be separated from godly principles.

1 John 4:8 says, "Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love." This reminds us that love is not just about emotions but about reflecting God's character.

2. Guarding Against Worldly Distortions

Many youths today are drawn into worldly practices on Valentine’s Day, such as sexual immorality, ungodly relationships, and materialistic expectations. The world portrays love as mere passion and lust, but true love is pure and selfless.

Paul warns in 1 Corinthians 6:18, "Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against his own body." This is a call for young people to pursue purity and not conform to the ungodly pressures of society.

3. Love Should Be Rooted in Christ

Instead of seeing Valentine’s Day as a day of selfish pleasure, Christian youths should use it as an opportunity to:

Express godly love to family, friends, and even strangers through acts of kindness and service.

Encourage purity in relationships, knowing that love is more than just feelings—it's a commitment to honor God and others.

Seek first God’s love, which is the foundation for all other forms of love. Jesus Himself said in John 15:13, "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends."

4. Practical Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day Biblically

Spend time in God’s Word, reflecting on His love.

Encourage godly friendships and relationships instead of engaging in worldly dating pressures.

Show Christ’s love through service—visit the sick, encourage a friend, or help the needy.

Set godly standards in romantic relationships if you are in one, ensuring purity and respect.

Conclusion: Love Without Regret

Valentine’s Day should not be a day of regret for young Christians. Instead of being swept away by worldly trends, they should focus on what truly matters—growing in Christlike love. Romans 12:2 says, "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."

Let Valentine's Day be a day to celebrate God’s love, build godly relationships, and commit to purity in all things. That way, young people will find true joy and fulfillment, not just for one day, but for a lifetime.

MARANATHA - LORD JESUS COME!

03/09/2023

HE WHO OVERCOMES - A WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR FAITHFUL PILGRIMS.

1 Thessalonians 4:7-8

"For God did not call us to be impure, but to live a holy life. Therefore, anyone who rejects this instruction does not reject a human being but God, the very God who gives you his Holy Spirit."

In this passage, the Apostle Paul is addressing the Thessalonian Christians, emphasizing the importance of living a life of holiness and purity.

LESSONS:

1. **Call to Holiness:** Paul reminds the believers that their calling from God is not to live impure lives but to pursue holiness. This refers to living in a way that reflects God's character and aligns with His moral standards.

2. **Rejecting God's Instruction:** Paul underscores the seriousness of rejecting the call to holiness. He states that those who disregard this instruction are not rejecting mere human advice; rather, they are rejecting God Himself. This highlights the divine origin and authority of the call to holiness.

3. **The Holy Spirit's Role:** Paul mentions that it is God who gives the believers His Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in guiding, empowering, and transforming believers to live according to God's standards. Living a holy life is made possible through the presence and work of the Holy Spirit within them.

4. **Personal Accountability:** The passage emphasizes personal accountability for one's choices. Rejecting the call to holiness is viewed as a rejection of God's guidance and a refusal to cooperate with the transforming work of the Holy Spirit.

In summary, these verses encourage believers to embrace a life of purity and holiness, recognizing the divine nature of this calling and the role of the Holy Spirit in enabling them to live according to God's standards. It's a reminder of the transformative power of God's grace and the responsibility believers have to respond to His call with obedience and devotion.

REMEMBER THAT IT WAS IN THIS EPISTLE, EVIDENTLY THE VERY FIRST LETTER OR EPISTLE OF PAUL THE APOSTLE THAT THE WORD "RAPTURE", (Greek, harpagēsometha) and (Latin, raptura) WAS MENTIONED, SEE 1 THESSALONIANS 4:16,17. EVIDENTLY, WITHOUT HOLINESS, YOU CAN'T MAKE THE RAPTURE NOR SEE GOD (HEBREWS 12:14)

TILL I COME YOUR WAY AGAIN, REMAIN RAPTURE READY, AND ABIDE IN HIM, JESUS CHRIST. WHO LOVED US AND GAVE HIMSELF FOR US.
PASTOR JOSHUA.

01/09/2023

Dearly Beloved,

As we step into the ember months, may they be filled with warmth, prosperity, and boundless opportunities. May your endeavors flourish like the leaves of autumn, and may each day bring you closer to your goals.

May the cool breeze of September refresh your spirits and the ember of success burn brightly in your path. In October, may abundance flow into your lives like a river, and in November, may gratitude fill your hearts as you reap the harvest of your hard work.

Let December be a month of celebration, not just for the year's end, but for the milestones you've achieved and the connections you've nurtured.

Together, let's embrace these ember months with enthusiasm, knowing that with each new day, we are one step closer to realizing our dreams.

Wishing you all the best in these ember months and beyond.

Remember we're pilgrims on Earth, always draw nearer to God our Creator, through His Son, Jesus Christ. Remain Rapture Ready.

Warm regards,
Pastor Joshua

29/08/2023

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28/08/2023

Titus 2:11-14:**
"🌟 Amazing Grace 🌟
For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession who are zealous for good works. Let's strive to live in the grace that brings salvation and transformation. 🙏✨ "

28/08/2023

1John 2:15-17:
"🌟 Love Not the World 🌟
Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world. And the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever. Let's prioritize heavenly values over worldly distractions and find lasting joy in God's will. 🌍❤️ "

29/10/2021

The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool. Psalm 110:1

31/08/2021

A message worth reflecting on...!

THE YOUNG MINISTER:
I was at the just concluded International Ministers Flaming Fire Conference hosted by the Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Abuja.

Few lessons I’d like to highlight from the stories Dr Robert Liardon the author of God’s Generals told at the event.

1. Everyone who made a significant difference in ministry was initially misunderstood by people and established platforms until the vision began to speak.

Note:
Hold strongly to what God told you if you are sure of it without minding who chose not to understand it. Never trade divine instructions for human endorsement. Never allow human sentiments to override divine assignments. Never sacrifice a genuine mandate on the altar of personal convenience or the fear of being misunderstood.

2. Revivals don’t last until it transcends to reformation.
Those whose ministries imparted greatly on their nations were not revivalist or crusaders but Christ centered and kingdom driven reformers.

Note:
I have always maintained that true and lasting revival happens when believers begin to control the factors of production and systems of distribution rather than the number of times they gather within the church walls to weep and pray.

The African church as currently witnessed is being deceived by the influx of multitudes into worship places as a sign of revival whereas most people throng worship places as a means of survival from years of irresponsible governance that had resulted into absolute systemic failure with its effects on failing economy, dilapidated infrastructures, joblessness, insecurities and the collapse of other social amenities amongst others. People have no choice but to seek God for a miraculous intervention for what should have been a norm.

Check out the program titles of most churches today, if it’s not miracle or breakthrough promising then, it’s demon killing. These are the major reasons amongst others why the continent is still under terrible sieges.

Revivals are not emotional feelings, they are heart born and principles sustained.

3. Avoid competitive tendencies.

Note:
Most of the people with great ministry gifts of the last century got engaged in unhealthy competitions and rivalries that cut short not only their lives but limited the spread of the move of God in that season.

4. Pay attention to the little things.
Many of the great men of yesterday were more engrossed in building their ministry gifts than building their personal relationship with God and their families.

Note:
It’s amazing today to see how many a minister have lost their humanity trying to build their ministries.
You see envy, manipulations, jealousy, bitterness, anger and wicked politicking amongst ministers and in ministries yet we are delighted to announce how many hours we prayed in tongues; the number of mountains we have climbed; the prophecies that came to pass and other ministry achievements we have had lately. We spend so much money, time and effort to save new souls while unconsciously destroying the ones that were already saved.
Seated in our pews and on our altars are men and women that are sitting on hurts and bitterness occasioned by our insensitivity yet we seemed not to care.

5. Be time sensitive.
Those who made enduring marks started quite early and had a sense of urgency.

Note:
Ministry requires a sense of urgency and responsibility to duty. Make sense on time while you have the stage because the stage is not yours for keeps. It’s not your inheritance sir. Those on the pew are only interested in those who make sense on the stage. Always remember that many are coming from behind you for the stage. God cannot waste His agenda because of some irresponsible persons, He has many alternatives and won’t hesitate to replace you when you begin to play around.

6. Work very hard but sensibly.
Many of those who made their marks worked tirelessly but few of them employed the combination of hard work with strategic sensitivity to their health and family needs.

Note:
Do not lazy about in the name of being in ministry. Ministry requires serious physical, mental, emotional and spiritual engagement sir. Give yourself wholly to your assignment but do not neglect your health and family.

7. Be humble to seek for spiritual help when you need it.
I saw Dr Robert Liardon, a man who had had the greatest of men lay hands on him, I am talking about a man who saw heaven at the tender age of eight and have had Jesus visit him, asking the church to pray for him when his voice cracked. He didn’t think twice to allow Dr Paul Enenche lay hands on his throat publicly for prayers.

Note:
It’s proof of spiritual maturity and security to ask for help, counsel or input from friends and subordinates when it matters.
Today, most people would rather die in their weaknesses than go for counseling and therapy.

This matter is becoming very long o, I just have to stop here for this week.

Summary:
As a young Minister, these things are told as examples to us. They are meant to be a guide on what to do and what not to do.
Experience only becomes the best teacher if it’s someone else’s experience.

Watch your motives.
Mind your vision.
Be strategic in your actions.
Be urgent in your engagements.
Be selective of your associations.
Be broken before your maker.
Pursue unity and growth of the Body of Christ.
Take care of your body and family.