03/05/2026
FIRST SUNDAY SERMON – MAY 2026
Church: All Christian Fellowship Ministry, Ikere Ekiti
Minister: Pastor A.M. Alabi
Topic: Agbara Ọrọ (The Power of Words)
Text: Genesis 1:1-3, 1 Peter 1:5
Introduction:
Words are not ordinary sounds. Words carry power, direction, and influence. Many people do not know that what they continually say can shape their lives.
God Himself used words during creation. He did not struggle with darkness. He only spoke:
“Let there be light,” and light appeared.
This means words can create change.
If God used words to create, then His children must use words wisely.
Many people destroy themselves by negative confession:
I cannot make it
Nothing good comes to me
My life is useless
I will always suffer
Such words invite weakness and discouragement.
But positive confession brings strength.
Say:
I am blessed
I will succeed
God is with me
My future is bright
Doors shall open for me
1. The Power of God’s Word
Hebrews 4:12
The word of God is living and powerful.
God’s word can:
Heal the sick
Break chains
Remove fear
Change sorrow to joy
Give victory in battles
Restore hope
When you speak God’s promises, power is released.
2. Life and Death Are in the Tongue
Proverbs 18:20-21
Your tongue can build or destroy.
Some people curse themselves daily without knowing:
I am finished
I am unlucky
I can never pass
Nobody loves me
Stop speaking death.
Instead say:
Grace is working for me
Mercy follows me
I will not fail
My season of joy has come
3. Speak Good Words to Yourself
There are times nobody will encourage you. You must encourage yourself.
David encouraged himself in the Lord.
When fear comes, say:
I refuse fear
God is my helper
I am stronger than this problem
I will overcome
When sickness comes, say:
By God’s mercy I receive healing
When delay comes, say:
My time will come
Illustration Expanded
A sister went for an interview. Before they called her, fear wanted to enter her heart.
But she spoke courage to herself:
“I will succeed. I am qualified. God is with me.”
When difficult questions came, she answered wisely.
What gave her victory first was the battle she won in her mind.
If she had said:
“I will fail”
Her confidence would have gone.
Lesson:
Win in your mind first before the physical battle.
4. Guard Your Mouth
Ephesians 4:29
Do not let corrupt communication proceed from your mouth.
Meaning:
Stop insults
Stop curses
Stop gossip
Stop abusive words
Stop discouraging others
Use your mouth to bless.
Speak words that heal hearts.
5. Do Not Compare Yourself
God created you specially.
Do not measure your journey with another person.
Some people bloom early. Some bloom later.
Some become successful young. Others later.
Comparison brings sadness.
Say:
My time is coming
My destiny is unique
God has not forgotten me
6. Benefits of Positive Words
a. It Gives Confidence
Good words strengthen your heart.
b. It Opens Opportunities
Confident people speak boldly.
c. It Brings Peace
Positive thinking removes anxiety.
d. It Builds Faith
Faith grows by right confession.
e. It Attracts Favor
People love hopeful and kind speakers.
7. Dangerous Words to Avoid
Never keep saying:
I am nobody
I am ugly
I am cursed
I cannot make it
My family is useless
I hate my life
Replace them with truth:
I am valuable
God loves me
I am progressing
I have purpose
Better days are ahead
Daily Positive Confession
Say every morning:
Today shall favor me
Good news will locate me
I shall not be put to shame
God will guide me
I carry grace
No evil shall overcome me
My tomorrow is better than today
Prayer Points
Lord, control my heart.
Lord, control my tongue.
Remove every negative spirit from my speech.
Give me boldness and wisdom.
Every evil word spoken against me, cancel it.
Let my mouth speak blessings only.
My future shall be glorious.
Fear will not rule my life.
