CSMC Pastors' Council, Lagos-Ogun ZONE.

15/04/2025

Ase Oro Jade..🎤

📢 Attention all believers!! Get ready for a power-packed spiritual encounter at the "First Quarter Program 2025"!

🔥 Theme: "ELECTED FOR GLORIFICATION " – (Doctrine of Effectual Calling)

Anchor Scripture:

Romans 8:30 -
(..... whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified).

📅 Date: Fri. 25th April, 2025.

Venue: CSMC Calvary Model Parish Church, Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, Salolo B/stop, AYO NI O Avenue, Meiran Lagos.

Guest Speaker:
Pastor Akinbode Femi – (A seasoned teacher of the Word!)

Assembly Discussion Speakers & Minister's :*

✅ Pastor Ade Kolawole
✅ Pastor Ogunnowo Demola
✅ Pastor Sunday Okeleye

🌙 Vigil Ministration by; 🔥 Prophetess Kemi Osho

🙏 Powerful 7- Man Prayer Session! Featuring:

✅ Prophetess Adeyemi Oluwafunmilola
✅ Most Senior Mother-in-Israel Evangelist Akanle (DSE Faith in Christ)
✅ Evangelist from Yaba District
✅ Pastor Femi Olagunju (Abeokuta)
✅ Pastor from Ikorodu Axis
✅ Pastor Funke Omowuni
✅ Pastor Omoniyi Oluwole Benjamin

🔥 Don’t miss this divine encounter! Come expectant, come prepared, and experience the Glorified Calling of God!

🎤 (Background music fades out with a final call-to-action voice-over):

"See you there! Jesus is Lord!"

"HIS GRACE Baba Aladura"

15/04/2025

DISCUSSANT 1: The Pastor’s Role in the Spiritual Growth of the Congregation

Q1: What is the biblical foundation of the pastor’s responsibility for spiritual growth?

A: Ephesians 4:11–12 — “And He gave some… pastors and teachers, for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ.”
This highlights the pastor’s calling to teach, equip, and build up the church spiritually.

Q2: How does a pastor lead effectively beyond the pulpit?

A: By living a life worthy of emulation. Paul says in 1 Corinthians 11:1 — “Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.”
A pastor must embody holiness, humility, and spiritual discipline.

Q3: Why must the pastor prioritize sound doctrine in teaching?

A: 2 Timothy 4:2–3 — “Preach the word… for the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine…”
Sound doctrine guards the church from deception and promotes growth in truth.

DISCUSSANT 2: The Congregation’s Responsibilities Toward the Pastor

Q1: Why is honoring spiritual leadership scriptural?

A: Hebrews 13:17 — “Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls…”
The congregation is called to honor and support pastoral authority with humility.

Q2: How should members support their pastors in times of need?

A: Galatians 6:6 — “Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.”
Support includes prayers, encouragement, finances, and defending the ministry vision.

Q3: What are the dangers of neglecting pastoral care?

A: When a pastor is overburdened or dishonored, the church suffers spiritually. 1 Timothy 5:17 says — “Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour…”

DISCUSSANT 3: Building and Sustaining a Healthy Pastor–Congregation Relationship.

Q1: How can trust be built between pastors and congregants?

A: Amos 3:3 — “Can two walk together, except they be agreed?”
Through open communication, shared vision, and consistent godly character on both sides.

Q2: What is the biblical approach to resolving conflicts within the church?

A: Matthew 18:15–17 outlines steps for confronting issues personally, with witnesses, and then with the church if needed — promoting peace and accountability.

Q3: How does unity affect the church’s growth?

A: Psalm 133:1–3 — “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity…”
Unity brings God’s blessing, power, and spiritual progress.

Closing Reflective Question (For All):
Are we—both pastors and congregation—walking in mutual love, honor, and accountability as stewards of God’s flock?

AYO NI O!

15/04/2025

Apostolic Alignment in the Christian Context refers to the intentional pursuit of aligning one’s life, ministry, and mission with the teachings and example of the original apostles. It emphasizes faithfulness to the biblical gospel, the early church’s mission, and the apostles’ character—not by claiming their unique authority but by emulating their devotion to Christ and His Church.

Key Aspects of Apostolic Alignment
1. Alignment with the Gospel
- Faithfully upholding and proclaiming the core message of salvation as taught by the apostles (1 Cor. 15:1-4).

2. Alignment with the Church’s Mission
- Participating in God’s redemptive work as the apostles did—making disciples, nurturing the Church, and advancing Christ’s kingdom (Matt. 28:18-20; Acts 2:42-47).

3. Personal and Spiritual Growth
- Continual transformation through Scripture, prayer, and obedience, conforming one’s heart and mind to God’s will (Rom. 12:1-2).

4. Alignment with God’s Will
- Seeking divine direction through prayer, fasting, and submission to the Holy Spirit (Acts 13:2-3; James 4:15).

5. Accountability and Godly Counsel
- Embracing accountability within the body of Christ to ensure faithfulness to biblical truth (Prov. 11:14; Heb. 10:24-25).

6. Emulation of Apostolic Character
- Cultivating integrity, humility, and sacrificial love in ministry, mirroring the apostles’ devotion (1 Cor. 11:1; Phil. 3:17).

Practical Examples of Apostolic Alignment
- Servanthood: Prioritizing others’ needs as Christ did (Mark 10:45; Acts 20:35).

- Evangelism & Discipleship: Proclaiming the gospel and teaching sound doctrine (2 Tim. 4:2; Matt. 28:19).

- Prayer & Dependence on God: Seeking divine guidance in decisions (Acts 1:14; 6:4).

- Community & Accountability: Submitting to spiritual authority and fellowship (Gal. 2:2; Eph. 4:11-13).

- Faithful Stewardship: Living with integrity and perseverance (1 Tim. 4:12; 2 Tim. 2:2).

Apostolic alignment is ultimately about faithfulness—recovering the biblical foundation of the early Church while applying its timeless truths to today’s context.

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15/04/2025

“Many are called… but who are glorified?”_

The Cherubim & Seraphim Movement Church (CSMC) Pastors’ Council, Lagos-Ogun Zone warmly invites all pastors, ministers, spiritual leaders, and the body of Christ to a night of divine encounter at our 1st Quarter Zonal Program for 2025.

Theme: “Elected for Glorification”
(Doctrine of Effectual Calling – Romans 8:30)

Date: Friday, April 25th, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (12 hours in God’s presence)

Venue: Calvary Model Parish Church', AYO NI O Avenue, Meiran Lagos.

This is not just a meeting—it is a call to divine election, apostolic alignment, and spiritual glorification.
Expect deep doctrinal insight, fire-filled prayers, prophetic declarations, and a renewed passion for ministerial excellence.

Come. Encounter. Be transformed.

15/04/2025

Welcome Note – CSMC Pastors’ Council, Lagos-Ogun Zone

Welcome to the Official page of the Cherubim & Seraphim Movement Church (CSMC) Pastors’ Council – Lagos-Ogun Zone.

We are delighted to have you here!

This platform serves as the central hub for spiritual leadership, ministerial collaboration, doctrinal unity, and official communication among all ordained pastors, elders, and leaders within the Lagos-Ogun Zone of CSMC Worldwide.

Under the divine guidance of the Holy Spirit and in the footsteps of our spiritual patriarch, Saint Moses Orimolade Tunolase, this page reflects our commitment to:

- Upholding the sanctity of the pastoral calling.
- Promoting unity and sound doctrine within the body of Christ.
- Strengthening pastoral leadership through training, prayer, and engagement.
- Ensuring pastoral welfare and spiritual accountability.

Here, you will find updates on zonal activities, revival programs, fasting schedules, training workshops, leadership development initiatives, and official statements from the Pastors’ Council.

Our base is rooted in the heart of Orile-Agege, Lagos, with postal code 100283, covering key assemblies and districts across the Lagos and Ogun states under the CSMC banner.

We invite you to like, follow, share, and actively engage with our posts. Your interaction helps spread the gospel and strengthens the bond among our community of ministers.

Together, we stand for holiness, spiritual excellence, and apostolic legacy.
Welcome once again – your presence here is part of the revival God is igniting in this generation!

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