Pentecost Assembly

18/07/2025

PREACH WITH ACTION NOT WORD

Let Your Life Preach Louder Than Your Words

“Then Mary took a pound of very costly oil of spikenard, anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped His feet with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the oil.”
John 12:3 (NKJV)

INSPIRING TALK

REMEMBER THIS:

👉 Jesus didn’t come looking for perfect people.

He came for the broken, the lost, and the hurting.

“I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.”
Luke 5:32 (NKJV)

Yet today, we often shy away from those who need Him most. But here’s a truth you can take to the bank:

The church is not a museum for saints, it’s a hospital for sinners.

If you can love one soul back to Jesus, heaven will rejoice (Luke 15:7).

You don’t always need a pulpit.

Your life is the message.

You may be the only Bible someone will ever read.

“He who has seen Me has seen the Father…”
John 14:9 (NKJV)

Look at Mary. She wasn’t a preacher. She wasn’t a priest. But she came with a box, her alabaster box. And when she broke it open, the fragrance filled the house.

She didn’t say a word.
She didn’t need to.
Her worship spoke volumes.

Sometimes, your testimony won’t come through your lips, but through your life.

The way you forgive, the way you show mercy, the way you carry yourself, these are all oil in your alabaster box.

You may feel:
• Forgotten like Joseph (Genesis 41:14–16)
• Misunderstood like Daniel (Daniel 6:3)
• Used like Jacob (Genesis 30:27)
• Wrongfully accused like Joseph in Potiphar’s house (Genesis 39)

But don’t worry, when it’s your time, your fragrance will speak.
It will announce you before kings.

“A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.”
Proverbs 18:16 (NKJV)

What’s the Word Today?

Break the box.
Let the oil flow.
Let the world smell Jesus in you.

“Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place.”
2 Corinthians 2:14 (NKJV)

MEDITATION :

When you show up full of Jesus, the atmosphere changes.
Don’t hold back. Don’t shrink. Don’t hide your oil.

Let it flow.
Let it fill the room.

Spread the Word. Share the Fragrance.

Bishop Augustine Kaonyegwachie Nwaulune
Group President
Pentecost Assembly

16/07/2025

IF YOU WEAR HIS NAME, WALK IN HIS SHOES

“Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father.” — John 14:12, NKJV

Beloved, the road to divine exploits is paved not with titles or tenures, but with trust.

Belief is the master key. If you wear the badge of a believer, then the works of Christ are your divine inheritance.

This is not a pep talk, it’s a heaven-certified promise. And God does not deal in exaggerations.

“Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away.” Mark 13:31, NKJV

You don’t have to twist heaven’s arm or decode divine equations. Just believe.

That’s the password to the miraculous. Faith is not a debate to win; it’s a reality to live.

Trying to reason your way into miracles is like trying to climb a tree from the top. It doesn’t work.

Mary didn’t say, “Think it through.” She said, “Whatever He says to you, do it.” John 2:5, NKJV.

Faith that moves mountains begins by moving you, to obedience.

Divine manifestations follow simple acts of obedience rooted in raw belief.

In the wave of revival during the 1970s, people didn’t wait for robes or reverence, they simply read, believed, and acted.

Like David before Goliath, they charged at darkness with nothing but the slingshot of faith and the stone of the Word.

And guess what? Principalities bowed, the sick recovered, demons fled, and souls flooded the kingdom.

Why? Because simple folks took God at His Word. “The people who know their God shall be strong, and carry out great exploits.” Daniel 11:32b, NKJV

Jesus didn’t say, “The bishops shall lay hands…” No, He said, “These signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons… they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.” Mark 16:17–18, NKJV.

If you believe, then you are the “those.” Not tomorrow, not when you’re perfect, now.

But here’s the catch: You must take the first step. Water doesn’t part until the sole of the priest’s foot touches it (see Joshua 3:13).

Miracles don’t drop on cautious hearts, they flow through obedient hands.

As long as you hesitate, you’ll only hear about power but never carry it.

“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me…” Acts 1:8, NKJV

The stage is set. The Word is spoken. The Spirit is willing. Now it’s your move. Like Peter, step out of the boat. Like Elijah, call down fire. Like Paul, shake off the serpent and keep preaching. The heavens are ready to back your boldness.

So cast off the robe of fear and wear the armor of faith. God is waiting to do wonders through you, if only you’ll believe, step out, and obey.

“Then Peter said, ‘Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.’” Acts 3:6, NKJV

YOU CAN DO IT. It’s your Birth right .

With burning love and blessings,

Bishop Augustine K. Nwaulune, PhD

Group President,
Pentecost Assembly

MISSION:

Dethrone Religion. Enthrone Godliness.

VISION

Peace to Mankind through Unified Faiths and Denominations

GUIDING PRINCIPLE:

Love is all it takes, it sums all virtues.

SLOGANS:

• Religion divides us; Godliness unites us. Let’s be united.

• Too defended to be bothered.

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14/07/2025

13/07/2025

Respect Is a Two-Way Street

They say, “What goes around comes around,” and nowhere does this ring truer than in the matter of respect.

Like the echo in a quiet valley, respect answers back in the same tone it receives.

Give it, and it will return; withhold it, and you may find doors closed and hearts colder than harmattan wind.

In every culture under the sun, there’s a version of the saying, “Respect begets respect.”

It’s not just a moral instruction but a working principle of human interaction.

You can’t plant cassava and expect to harvest yam. Likewise, you can’t go around throwing stones at people’s dignity and then expect them to roll out the red carpet for you.

Take a look at the palm tree. It stands tall not because it forces others to bow, but because it earns its space with quiet strength.

In the same way, a respected person isn’t always the loudest in the room but the one who treats others with fairness, kindness, and a listening ear.

“He who greets first does not lose his teeth,” and often, it is that simple gesture that melts hard pride and fosters peace.

Respect doesn’t mean blind agreement or servitude.

It means recognising the humanity in another person, young or old, rich or poor. The child who is spoken to kindly today becomes the adult who remembers how to speak with grace tomorrow.

“A child who is respected at home will not throw stones at his father’s name in the market.”

Some say, “Respect must be earned.”

That may be true, but it must first be offered, like a handshake, no one can shake hands with a closed fist.

You don’t wait for someone to bow before you nod.

If both of you are waiting, who will go first? Often, it is the first to show respect who wins more than just peace, they win influence, trust, and goodwill.

Even animals respond to how they’re treated.

Try shouting at a dog every day, and see how it avoids you.

Then feed it gently, and watch it follow you around like a shadow.

Human hearts aren’t much different.

A little honor, a little humility, and people soften like butter in the sun.

Let it be known: respect is not weakness.

It’s wisdom.

It’s the oil that smooths the engine of society.

Without it, even the strongest machines grind to a halt.

But when it flows freely, everyone moves forward, young and old, rich and poor, boss and worker, teacher and student.

So, give what you wish to receive.

As the elders say, “The road you pass today may be the one your child must pass tomorrow.”

If you walk it with pride and disrespect, you may be building thorns for your own feet in the future.

In the end, respect is a mirror, it reflects what you show.

Give it sincerely, and it will look back at you, bright-eyed and unshaken.

Amb. Augustine Kaonyegwachie Nwaulune, PhD, FNSE

13/07/2025

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BLESSINGS AND CURSES FOR HONORING ELDERS OR OTHERWISE

In many traditional cultures, particularly across African, biblical, and Eastern worldviews, respect for elders is not merely a social grace; it is a spiritual principle with weighty consequences.

The blessings and curses that attend the honoring (or dishonoring) of elders are often framed as both natural and divine responses to one’s actions.

Here’s a breakdown of the blessings and curses tied to this principles

Blessings for Honoring Elders

1. Long Life and Prosperity
“Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long…” (Exodus 20:12)

Respecting elders is believed to lengthen one’s days and preserve one’s path.

Long life, peace, and divine favor often follow those who heed the wisdom of the aged.

2. Access to Hidden Wisdom

Elders are often the custodians of ancient truths and mysteries.

Those who serve and honor them are granted access to insights and secrets that are not found in books.

3. Ancestral Protection

Honoring elders connects one with ancestral goodwill.

Their prayers, blessings, and spiritual covering can protect against misfortune and spiritual attacks.

4. Social Elevation and Favor

A person known for respecting elders often earns a reputation of trust and humility, which can lead to unexpected promotions, alliances, and favors.

5. Smooth Transitions Across Generations

Those who honor the elders today inherit the trust to lead tomorrow.

They are seen as worthy vessels to carry the baton of culture, leadership, and blessing.

Curses (or Consequences) for Dishonoring Elders

1. Shortened or Troubled Life

The same spiritual law that grants long life for honor may cut short the life of the dishonorable. Misfortune, illness, or mysterious setbacks may follow one who mocks or rebels against elders.

2. Closed Doors and Frustrated Efforts

Disrespect severs one from the fountain of grace carried by elders.

Their silence or displeasure can lead to stagnation, even when opportunities seem ripe.

3. Loss of Spiritual and Ancestral Covering

When an elder withdraws their blessing, the person becomes exposed to unseen dangers.

Some cultures believe that a curse, even spoken softly by an offended elder, can bend the arc of destiny.

4. Wandering and Lack of Identity
Those who dishonor their roots often lose their way.

They forget who they are, become spiritually homeless, and struggle with belonging or purpose.

5. Generational Repercussions
Disrespect sown today may bear fruit in future generations.

Children of those who dishonor elders may find themselves dishonored in return, caught in a cycle of broken honor.

Figurative Summary

He who kneels to the grey crown walks with unseen escorts; but he who spits at the old tree, finds thorns on every path.

Blessings and love from:

Bishop Augustine K Nwaulune, PhD.

Group President,
Pentecost Assembly

MISSION:

Dethrone Religion & Enthrone Godliness

VISION:

Peace to Mankind through Unified Faiths and Denominations.

GUIDING PRINCIPLE:

Love is all it takes. It sums all virtues.

SLOGANS:

Religion divides us; Godliness unites us. Let’s be united.

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12/07/2025

First Commandment in

NIV (New International Version)

“You shall have no other gods before me.”

NKJV (New King James Version)

“You shall have no other gods before Me.”

KJV (King James Version)

“Thou shalt have no other gods before me.”

12/07/2025

Keep Pedalling: Falling Isn’t the End

“For a righteous man may fall seven times and rise again,
But the wicked shall fall by calamity.”
— Proverbs 24:16 (NKJV)

Story of a certain man goes like this:

When I was little, my first ride was a tricycle, low risk, high fun. I ruled the compound like a mini monarch on wheels.

But the day I graduated to a two-wheeler bicycle, things got real.

The moment of excitement turned into a tumble-fest. I fell. Then I fell again. Scraped knees, bruised pride. But I didn’t quit. Each fall became a stepping stone. Eventually, I rode with confidence.

That bicycle ride is a lot like the Christian life. At first, it feels like you’re riding with training wheels.

God’s grace is strong, and the Holy Spirit is your unseen stabiliser, holding you steady, nudging you forward.

But then come the hills, potholes, and the occasional wrong turn. Balance is tested. Storms blow. You fall.

But remember this truth: “A righteous man may fall seven times and rise again…” (Proverbs 24:16 NKJV).
Falling is not failure, staying down is.

God has not left you to ride alone.

The Holy Spirit is both your coach and your companion.

He shows you the path, gives you the strength to pedal, and whispers the way when you lose your bearings.

When you veer off course, He doesn’t condemn — He redirects.

Even King David, a man after God’s heart, stumbled. But he found his strength not in self-pity, but in God’s mercy:

“David strengthened himself in the Lord his God.” — 1 Samuel 30:6 (NKJV)

Life will throw curveballs. Temptation may try to derail you.

Weariness may try to slow you down.

But God has promised that His strength is made perfect in your weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9), and He will finish the good work He started in you (Philippians 1:6).

Don’t let shame keep you in the dust.

Don’t let guilt tie your shoelaces together.

Get back on the bike. Keep pedalling. Keep trusting. Because the crown is not for those who never fell, but for those who fell forward in faith and finished their race.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7 (NKJV)

Let the words of Micah be your battle cry when life knocks you off balance:

“Do not rejoice over me, my enemy;
When I fall, I will arise;
When I sit in darkness,
The Lord will be a light to me.” — Micah 7:8 (NKJV)

So, chin up. Eyes on Jesus. Hands on the handlebar of faith.

No matter how many times you fall, get up again.

Grace gives second chances, and God never lets go of those who trust in Him.

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PRAYER:

Heavenly Father, thank You for Your mercy that lifts us every time we fall.

Give us the grace to rise again and keep going, no matter how many times we stumble.

Holy Spirit, be our guide, our strength, and our balance. Help us to finish well, strong, faithful, and full of joy. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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Bishop Augustine K Nwaulune, PhD.

Group President,
Pentecost Assembly

MISSION:
Dethrone Religion & Enthrone Godliness

VISION:
Peace to Mankind through Unified Faiths and Denominations.

GUIDING PRINCIPLE:
Love is all it takes. It sums all virtues.

SLOGANS:
Religion divides us; Godliness unites us. Let’s be united.

Too defended to be bothered.

12/07/2025

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12/07/2025

THE POWER BEHIND WHISPERED THUNDER

Wisdom to Begin With:

“Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed.”
— Mark 1:35 (NKJV)

There’s a saying in the village: “He who speaks gently but moves mountains has surely thundered in silence.” This is the mystery of simple prayers backed by hidden groanings.

The Tale of the Mad Woman:

A man once carried the heavy burden of watching his wife slip into madness.

From herbalist to herbalist, the poor woman was handled like a broken tool, until someone whispered the matter into the ear of Pastor Adeboye, according to him.

He visited her and said just a simple prayer, a soft, quiet whisper to heaven. Then he left.

Later, people muttered: “That’s all? Two minutes of prayer for such a problem?” They dismissed it and took her to a psychiatric hospital.

After two weeks of observation, the specialist called her husband and said, “If there’s anything wrong with this woman, then something must be wrong with you.” She was completely healed, without pills, without rituals, just a quiet word backed by fire from the secret place.

“Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.”
— Jeremiah 33:3 (NKJV)

Elijah: The Man Whose Whisper Lit the Skies

Elijah’s prayer on Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18:36–38) was no longer than a brief speech, but fire fell. Again in 2 Kings 1:10, he said simply:

“If I am a man of God, then let fire come down from heaven…., and it did.

What’s the secret? James 5:17 tells us:

“Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed earnestly…”

His short words in public were watered with deep wells of private prayer. He didn’t command fire in public without first weeping in secret.

His voice was thunder because his knees had touched the earth.

“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”
— Psalm 91:1 (NKJV)

Jesus: The Silent Thunderbolt

Jesus, our greatest example, would speak once and miracles would unfold.

But before the sun blinked open its eye, He was already in communion with the Father (Mark 1:35).

His public authority was soaked in the oil of secret prayers.

“But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place…”
— Matthew 6:6 (NKJV)

The fire on the altar must never go out (Leviticus 6:13), and that fire is private devotion.

Key Insight:

Short prayers don’t work because they are short; they work because they are deep.

If you want to speak like lightning, then pray like thunder, in the secret place.

As the elders say, “The tree that bears fruit in the storm is rooted in silence.”

Your roots must go deep in the soil of fellowship.

Bishop Augustine Kaonyegwachie Nwaulune, PhD, FNSE

11/07/2025

GODLINESS, WHAT IS IT?

IT IS NOT OUTWARD RIGHTEOUS

Godliness is the quality of being deeply devoted to God and reflecting His nature in one’s character, conduct, and mindset.

It goes beyond just following religious rules or rituals, it’s about a sincere, inward reverence for God that expresses itself outwardly in a life of integrity, compassion, humility, and righteousness.

Here are a few key elements that define godliness:

1. Reverence for God

Godliness begins with an awe-inspired respect for God, recognizing His holiness, sovereignty, and love.

It is rooted in a heart that wants to honor and please Him in every area of life.

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom…” Proverbs 9:10

2. Christlike Character

Godliness involves becoming more like Christ, displaying love, patience, gentleness, self-control, and other virtues that align with God’s own nature.

“Train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things…” — 1 Timothy 4:7–8

3. Consistency in Conduct

A godly person does what is right even when no one is watching.

They live with integrity, not out of fear, but from a heart transformed by God’s presence.

4. Spiritual Devotion

Godliness includes a life of prayer, worship, study of Scripture, and obedience, not as empty habits, but as expressions of love and dependence on God.

5. Compassion for Others

True godliness is never selfish.

It reveals itself in kindness, mercy, and justice toward others, especially the vulnerable.

“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows…and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” — James 1:27

Summary:

Godliness is not perfection, but direction.

It’s a journey of aligning your thoughts, desires, and actions with the character of God.

It starts with faith, grows through spiritual discipline, and bears fruit in everyday life.

11/07/2025

EXERCISE- Add Value To Your Body

WHEN THE BODY LAGS, THE SPIRIT STAGGERS

MEMORY VERSE

“For bodily exercise profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of that which is to come.”
— 1 Timothy 4:8 (NKJV)

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SCRIPTURE READING

1 Corinthians 6:19–20 (NKJV)
19 Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own?
20 For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s.

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“No One Sows Godliness in a Weak Body”

There’s an old saying: “Even a fine sword grows dull when never drawn from its sheath.”
Likewise, a spirit-filled soul dwelling in a weak and weary body may struggle to carry out its divine assignments on earth.

Yes, spiritual exercise reigns supreme, bearing fruits both for this life and the one beyond. Yet, the Bible does not despise bodily exercise—it only calls it “little profit.” But little is not useless.

And what spiritual discipline cannot do for the flesh, physical exertion can.

A broken-down body becomes a cage even to a fire-filled soul.

HEAVENLY BALANCE: SWEAT AND SPIRIT

In the pursuit of godliness, many have abandoned the care of the vessel that houses the Spirit of God.

But beloved, don’t be holier than the Holy Spirit—He dwells in a body He calls His temple (1 Corinthians 6:19).

And temples, whether spiritual or physical, deserve upkeep.

When you neglect the little profit of physical discipline, you might end up needing miracles to survive, when mere maintenance could’ve preserved your health.

Let’s not forget the words of Paul:
“You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.” — 2 Timothy 2:3 (NKJV)

The army of Christ isn’t made up of slouches on sofas, but soldiers who can carry burdens, run the race, and fight the good fight.

SOFT LIFE, SHORT LIFE?

Today’s trend leans toward ease and comfort, a soft life with no sweat.

We drift from airconditioned rooms to padded pews, loathing the sun like it’s sin.

But nature is God’s gym, and sunlight His pharmacy. Doctors even say: sweat is healing, and sunlight is therapy.

No wonder many are collapsing under silent ailments, diseases of inactivity and soft living.

Even a donkey must be strong to carry a prophet. If your body is your ministry’s donkey, don’t let it die in the stable.

MY PERSONAL REMEDY

As for me, I’ve found strength and renewal in something as simple as prayer walks.

My legs move, my lungs breathe, my heart beats and heaven listens.

In those steps, I gain both physical endurance and spiritual clarity.

Don’t sit so long that you forget you have legs.
Don’t avoid the sun so long that your bones begin to groan.

GOD CARES ABOUT YOUR BODY

“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” — 3 John 1:2 (NKJV)

Your body isn’t an afterthought, it’s a divine container for kingdom exploits.

Exercise is not just for models and athletes; it’s for messengers, ministers, mothers, fathers, and every disciple of Christ.

A fit body won’t replace a holy spirit, but it will help carry it farther.

BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL EXERCISE
• Weight management
• Bone and muscle strength
• Better immunity
• Increased energy
• Sharper mental health
• Longer, fuller life

A WORD TO THE SEDENTARY WORKER

If your job binds you to a chair, then schedule a break to move.

If your desk holds your attention for hours, let your body move for minutes.

Don’t let stillness become your sickness.

MEDITATION ACTION POINT

Begin today. Stretch your limbs.

Walk and talk to your Maker.

Let your heart pump not just from emotions but from exertion.

Let your muscles remember they were made for motion.

Reflect on these words as you take steps toward both physical and spiritual wholeness:

“Consecrate me now to Thy service, Lord,

By the power of grace divine;

Let my soul look up with a steadfast hope,

And my will be lost in Thine.”

Let your body rise to join your spirit in service to the Lord.

OTHER SCRIPTURES TO STUDY
• Proverbs 24:10 – “If you faint in the day of adversity, your strength is small.”
• Ecclesiastes 10:10 – “If the ax is dull, and one does not sharpen the edge, then he must use more strength; but wisdom brings success.”
• Hebrews 12:12–13 – “Therefore strengthen the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees…”
• Romans 12:1 – “Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service.”

CLOSING THOUGHT

Don’t run only in the Spirit while your body limps behind.
Let both body and soul be tools in God’s workshop.
For when the body lags, the spirit staggers.