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Evangelist Dr. Anthony Rufus, Assemblies of God Nigeria, Etegwe North, Yenagoa (2026)

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Assemblies Of God Nigeria, Etegwe North

26/05/2026

BIBLE STUDY SERIES ON "HONOUR"

Topic 3: Honour: The Secret of Blessing

Presenter: Anthony Rufus

Anchor Texts: 1 Samuel 2:30 Wherefore the LORD God of Israel saith, I said indeed that thy house, and the house of thy father, should walk before me for ever: but now the LORD saith, Be it far from me; for them that honour me I will honour, and they that despise me shall be lightly esteemed.
Malachi 1:6 (KJV/NKJV), which reads: "A son honoureth his father, and a servant his master: if then I be a father, where is mine honour? and if I be a master, where is my fear? saith the LORD of hosts unto you, O priests, that despise my name.".
Text: Proverbs 3:9-10, 1 Samuel 24:6, Genesis 14:18-20, Genesis 18:1-8
Introduction: God responds to honour with blessing. Honour is not flattery—it’s the tangible way we value God above everything else.
1. What Honour Really Means
Definition: Honour = assigning weight, value, and priority to someone through action, not just words. It’s choosing God’s presence over your preference, God’s timing over your impulse. Honour precedes increase. God said, “Those who honour me I will honour”.
Two men, two moments, one principle. Watch how honour unlocked blessing.

2. Case Study 1: Abraham – Honouring God in His Giving and Hospitality Genesis 14:18-20; Genesis 18:1-8_
A. Honour in Giving: Tithe to Melchizedek
1. The act: Abraham gave 10% of all spoils to Melchizedek, priest of God Most High, _before_ he met the king of S***m.
2. The meaning: He acknowledged that victory, provision, and protection came from God, not his sword.
3. The result: God affirmed the covenant with Abraham in Gen 15 and later made him “father of many nations.” He refused S***m’s wealth so no man could say, “I made Abram rich.”

B. Honour in Hospitality: The Three Visitors
1. The act: Abraham ran to meet strangers, washed their feet, and served them a meal at his own cost and effort.
2. The meaning: He treated them as if he was serving God Himself. Honour creates room for the Divine.
3. The result: Within that encounter, Sarah received the promise of Isaac. The blessing of posterity was spoken and sealed.

Key Insight: Abraham honoured God with his _resources_ and his _time_. Blessing followed because his heart said, “You come first.”

3. Case Study 2: David – Honouring God by Honouring His Process*
_1 Samuel 24:1-7; 1 Samuel 26:9-11_

A. The Test: Saul, the man anointed by God, was hunting David to kill him. David had two clear chances to end it.
B. The Act: David refused to “stretch out his hand against the Lord’s anointed.” He cut Saul’s robe instead and later rebuked Abishai for wanting to kill him.
C. The Meaning: David valued God’s authority and timing more than his own vindication. He honoured the office even when the man failed.
D. The Result: God preserved David’s life, preserved his integrity, and eventually established him on the throne without blood on his hands. His honour became his shield.
Key Insight: David honoured God with his _restraint_. He chose to trust God’s justice over personal justice. Blessing followed because he wouldn’t build his destiny on disobedience.

4. The Common Thread: Honour is the Secret of Blessing*
1. Honour is proactive, not reactive
Abraham gave before he was asked. David withheld his hand before he was forced. Blessing flows where honour leads.
2. Honour costs something
It cost Abraham time, sleep, and wealth. It cost David revenge and immediate relief. Cheap honour produces cheap results.
3. Honour aligns you with God’s order
Melchizedek represented God’s priesthood. Saul represented God’s anointing. When you honour what God has set in place, you align yourself for His blessing.

5. Application: How We Honour God Today
Honour God with your Firsts
- First of your income: tithes and offerings, not leftovers.
- First of your day: time in His presence before the demands hit.
- First of your loyalty: choose His word over culture, His voice over pressure.
Honour God in People and Process
- Serve the unexpected visitor. You never know when you’re entertaining angels.
- Respect authority and divine timing, even when it’s painful. God is still writing your story.
The Promise: When you honour, God moves. He opens doors no man can shut, provides in drought, and establishes you beyond your own effort.

Conclusion thoughts on H.O.N.O.U.R. – The Secret of Blessing
H – Humble Submission to God First
Honour starts with putting God above yourself, your plans, and your rights. Proverbs 3:9 – “Honour the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops.”
Proverbs 22:4 – “Humility is the fear of the Lord; its wages are riches and honour and life.” Abraham gave firstfruits to Melchizedek. David bowed to God’s timing over his own. Blessing follows humility.
O – Open-Hearted Generosity
Honour is expressed through giving freely, not grudgingly. Proverbs 11:25 – “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” Proverbs 19:17 – “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.” Abraham’s hospitality and tithe were acts of open-handed honour. God responds to open hands with open heavens.
N – Never Despise God’s Process or Authority
Honour respects what God has established, even when it’s painful. Proverbs 21:3* – “To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.” Proverbs 24:21* – “Fear the Lord and the king, my son, and do not join with rebellious officials.” David refused to touch Saul because he honoured God’s process. He chose righteousness over shortcut.
O – Observe Wisdom in Daily Choices
Honour means choosing wisdom over impulse. Proverbs 4:7-8– “The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding. Cherish her, and she will exalt you; embrace her, and she will honour you.” Proverbs 3:35 – “The wise inherit honour, but fools get only shame.” Honour is a daily decision to walk in wisdom. Wisdom then returns honour back to you.
U – Uphold Integrity When No One Is Watching
Honour is character under pressure. Proverbs 10:9 – “Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.” Proverbs 20:7 – “The righteous lead blameless lives; blessed are their children after them.” David’s integrity in the cave preserved his throne. Hidden honour produces public blessing.
R – Reverence God Above All
The core of honour is the fear of the Lord. Proverbs 1:7* – “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 14:27 – “The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, turning a person from the snares of death.” Abraham and David both feared God more than man. That reverence unlocked covenant blessing.

Tie it back to the message
H.O.N.O.U.R. isn’t a formula for manipulating God. It’s the posture of a heart that says, “You’re worth more than this Lord and whatever you honour deserve honour.” When you live that way, Proverbs 3:10 becomes real: _“Then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.”_

6. Closing Challenge
Ask yourself: _Where have I stopped honouring God because it’s inconvenient? Blessing isn’t random. It follows honour. If you want the secret of blessing, find where you can honour God this week—and do it before He asks.
Call to Action: Identify one area—your finances, your time, your relationships—and release an act of honour today. Watch how God responds.

22/01/2026

Bayelsa North District Prayer Quake

Topic: BREAKING BARRIERS TO SPIRITUAL GROWTH AND STABILITY

Preacher: Dr Anthony Rufus

Text: Ephesians 4:11 And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; 4:12 For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: 4:13 Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ: 4:14 That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; 4:15 But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ:

1 Timothy 2:3 For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour; 2:4 Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.
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12. Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ.
13. This will continue until we all come to such unity in our faith and knowledge of God’s Son that we will be mature in the Lord, measuring up to the full and complete standard of Christ.
14. Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won’t be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth.
15. Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church.
4: 16. He makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love.

Introduction: Spiritual growth refers to the process of developing one's inner self and connection to something greater, a higher power, personal journey of becoming a more mindful, ethical and connected person by reflecting on one's values, a deepening of one's relationship with higher power, in this case becoming more and more like you.
Stability on the other hand means a state of being stable or to be at equilibrium and thus resistant to change. It means to be firmly planted.
Growth is a sign of good health. That you grow means you are alive. Growth and stability is a conscious, intentional responsibility of everyone.
Stunted physical or spiritual growth is very disturbing. If your child doesn't grow, it will give serious concern. More painful is when the growth is abnormal. Woe unto you if your king is a child.
Necessities for spiritual growth and stability
The Holy Spirit, the Word of God, Engaging in spiritual exercise, the exercise of witnessing.
However, all of the above is based on KNOWLEDGE: The difference between two believers a function of knowledge.
God's intention is for us to evolve into the fullness of Christ. We must take responsibility for our spiritual growth and stability. Jesus revealed that what we need for our growth is the word (Knowledge) and food for the physical body. In the garden of there were two kinds of fruits. The tree of life and that of knowledge of good and evil. What knowledge does to your spirit is what food does to your body. We must note therefore that it's not every spiritual information that is required for our growth. There are people who have consumed information that made them more antichrist than being like Christ. Once again, what food does to your body is what words/ information do to your spirit. Godly information transforms a man, lack of it deforms a man. We live by food and words. However, just because an information is in Bible doesn't mean it's the word of God.

In this Bible, men, philosophers, carnal and spiritual spoke, Satan spoke, and God spoke too. There are layers of information in the bible. There's the historical and archeological layer, doctrinal and the prophetical layers to the Bible. Walking round Jericho is a prophetic layer not doctrinal. It must be represented in the old testament, it must be captured within the ministry of Jesus and thirdly it must be practiced by the apostles.

Three kinds of errors in the body of Christ that have acted as a serious barriers to spiritualgrowth and stability...1. Error of apostasy- 1 Timothy 4:1 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; 4:2 Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; 4:3 Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving of them which believe and know the truth.
1. teaching the doctrines of demons, 2. Error of imbalance- exaggerating truth beyond necessary, beyond the scope of their spiritual relevance, overemphasizing one truth at the expense of others. Painfully one doesn't have to be evil to be a victim of this error. Even in the physical, if one eats only one type of food, chances and that there will be trouble with growth. This is why we must embrace the giftings and dimensions of knowledge others people so we can have a holistic and balanced growth. Here, some see growth only in one area whereas God intends that we use our spiritual blessings to enrich others. Embrace other expressions of the dimensions of God. 3. Error of indifference- focusing on yourself alone providing you are doing well. Esther and Haman.

Four foundational dimensions of knowledge every child of God needs for growth and stability

1. Know the God the Father and Jesus Christ the son: Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. John 17:3 And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.
If God isn't the foundation of what you know, such a one yet to have understanding.
Know God through his word and character. The mighty things we hear and see about men like Pa Uma Ukpai and Evang Reinhard Bonnke are true because they knew God. Imagine the simplicity of messages that Bonnke preaches but they were backed up by so much power. What about you with all the revelations? Something is wrong. We need to know God. If they told you God said, the Almighty will be present to prove himself. They spoke like God himself, it was not pride. It is intimacy. THAT I MAY KNOW HIM AND POWER OF HIS RESURRECTION AND THE FELLOWSHIP OF HIS SUFFERING.
If you must confront the devil, do so after intimacy with God.
2. Know who you are in Christ. Jesus is our mirror and model. If you want to know who you are, know Him. Nicodemus looked at Jesus Christ and said, Rabbi, we know you are a teacher sent from God and not just son of Mary. No man can do this miracle except God be with him. Nicodemus said I won't allow your being born by Mary to deceive me. Knowing who Christ is helps you know who you are.
If you believed half the things you have been confessing, you won't be where you are. Gideon who was hiding came to the realization of who he was in the reality of God and the "man of valor" in him appeared. If you believed half of the things you profess about yourself, you won't be the way you are. Many of those who did mighty works were not even learned. They knew Jesus.
If you don’t see yourself in the light of Gods word, you will be carrying wounds from you background. Hear me, a wounded child of God can't grow. It's when you don't know who you are that you remain wounded/ hurt. It's a wounded person that wound others. Many believer carry hurt for years. There's so much of hatred and fighting in the body of Christ. Joseph said you did it for evil but God has turned it for good. Knowing who you are is true healing. Identity crises is one major barrier to growth and stability. Insecurity is a product of identity crisis. When you see bro notice me, it's identity crisis. Even as a preacher, if you are wounded person, it will affect the delivery of the word. You will wound people around you.
Some of us were hurt in our childhood and they are not healed and so they remain with that wound and hurt wounding and hurt people around them. They can manage or stand the joy of others.
The pressure to prove you are the most anointed is very unnecessary.
Pride is one of the major signs of spiritual stunted growth and stability.
Wanting to say something new is what has brought error.
3.You must know your place in destiny and God's prophetic mandate. Don't step out your place. Fulfilling God's mandate in your life is success. Our success isn't measured like the world. Not everyone will have international ministry. Success in ministry isn't the same as the world. If Mary was an excellent chef, she wouldn't have been given birth to the saviour. We need to redefine success so that people don't work under pressure.
Hebrews 10:7 (KJV) Then said I, Lo, I come (in the volume of the book it is written of me,) to do thy will, O God.
When the baptist step out of his boundaries, he was arrested and killed. Find your place in God's prophetic mandate. In this world we only celebrate those people clap for painfully not those doing well. If the whole world claps for a fool, he becomes a celebrity. If the whole world frowns at a wise man even if he is crucified on the cross, he is seen as a failure. Find your assignment and you will grow so well. Your immunity is in your assignment. Jesus without Joseph of Arimathea, he wouldn't have been buried in that grave.

4. You must understand how God operates. Matt 13:11Matthew 13:11 (KJV) He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.,
Exodus 33:13 (KJV) Now therefore, I pray thee, if I have found grace in thy sight, shew me now thy way, that I may know thee, that I may find grace in thy sight: and consider that this nation is thy people.
Exodus 33:18 (KJV) And he said, I beseech thee, shew me thy glory.
It's his way that leads to his glory.
Leviticus 9:6 (KJV) And Moses said, This is the thing which the LORD commanded that ye should do: and the glory of the LORD shall appear unto you.
God works with a predefined methodology. You must know what to do.
Psalms 82:5 (KJV) They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course. Psalms 82:6 (KJV) I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High. Psalms 82:7 (KJV) But ye shall die like men, and fall like one of the princes.
Everywhere you see the glory of God, it's a sign that his patterns are kept. Someone can replicate a building somewhere just by getting the pattern.
Stunted spiritual growth: when you see a child with big stomach, big head small legs, you will be greatly concerned.

Indicators of stunted growth
1. Division in the church
2. Revenge and rebellion in the church
3. Self centeredness, looking for human approval
4. Being easily offended
5. Refusing corrections

Causes of stunted growth
Cares of the world, Deceitfulness of riches, Ignorance of God's word.
1. Lack of thorough repentance
2. Some were wrongly discipled.
3. Improper knowledge of the word of God. Behave like the Berean church
4. Lack of good spiritual models.
5. Heretic teaching
6. Imbalanced prosperity teachings
7. Lack of sound doctrinal teachings
8. INVISIBLE SPIRITUAL BARRIERS...tree planted in my compound.

Marks of healthy spiritual growth:
Evangelism, becoming more like Christ, love, etc

Conclusion: Moses said, let me know your ways, show me your glory, Apostle said that I may know him.... Do you want to know him?

1 On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross,
the emblem of suffering and shame;
and I love that old cross where the dearest and best
for a world of lost sinners was slain.
Refrain:
So I'll cherish the old rugged cross,
till my trophies at last I lay down;
I will cling to the old rugged cross,
and exchange it some day for a crown.

Jesus, keep me near the cross,
There a precious fountain,
Free to all—a healing stream,
Flows from Calv’ry’s mountain.

In the cross, in the cross,
Be my glory ever;
From the cross my ransomed soul
Nothing then shall sever.

17/01/2026

Wow

01/01/2026

Happy new year to you all.

05/09/2025

Imagine waking up one morning and you are the only person on earth.... All the monies, cars, jets, food, clothes and houses will loose all value to you. What makes life meaningful is the owner of life (God) and men who were gifted the life. Respect God and men, don't betray the golden rule for the greatest of gains.

21/01/2025

Be careful of people who claim to love you and yet work closely with those who hate you.

25/02/2024

Title: Courtship, Marriage, and Responsible Parenting

Scripture Text: Ephesians 5:22-33 (KJV)

Introduction: Understanding God's Design
Today, we turn our hearts to a vital aspect of our Christian journey: understanding God’s design for courtship, marriage, and parenting. Our scripture, Ephesians 5:22-33, serves as a guiding light, revealing the sanctity of marriage and its reflection of Christ's relationship with the Church. As we explore these stages of life, let us embrace the wisdom of the Bible and apply these divine principles in our relationships and families. May this message enrich and guide us in our walk with God.
I. Courtship: Laying the Foundation
- A. Principles of Godly Courtship
- Mutual respect and integrity (Proverbs 31:10-11)
- Seeking God’s guidance and wisdom (James 1:5)

- B. The Role of Spiritual Compatibility
- Being equally yoked (2 Corinthians 6:14)
- Importance of shared faith and values
II. Marriage: A Sacred Covenant
- A. Understanding the Biblical View of Marriage
- Ephesians 5:22-33: Wives submit to your husbands, husbands love your wives
- Marriage as a reflection of Christ and the Church
- B. The Roles and Responsibilities
- The role of love and respect (Ephesians 5:33)
- Communication and conflict resolution (James 1:19-20)
III. Responsible Parenting: Nurturing God’s Gift
- A. The Duty of Parents
- Proverbs 22:6: Train up a child in the way he should go
- The balance of discipline and love (Hebrews 12:6-7)
- B. Spiritual Leadership in the Home
- Deuteronomy 6:6-7: Teaching children diligently
- Leading by example (Ephesians 6:4)
Conclusion: Living Out God's Design
As we conclude, let us hold dear the principles we've discussed today about courtship, marriage, and parenting. These are not merely stages of life but sacred journeys that, when walked in alignment with God's Word, bring glory to Him and joy to us. I encourage each of you to commit to these Biblical principles in your relationships, marriages, and as parents. Let us continually seek God’s guidance, wisdom, and strength to fulfill these roles according to His perfect will. May our lives reflect His love and grace in all that we do. Amen. Cpd

17/10/2023

Great is your faithfulness Lord Jesus Christ. Show yourself Father!

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Assemblies of God Etegwe North....

04/10/2023

9 BIG SECRETS IN MARRIAGE!

Secret 1:
Everyone you marry has a weakness. No spouse is perfect, the one who comes in all shades of perfection is the one who is alive in your spouse, and that person is God. So if you focus on your spouse's weaknesses you will never get the best out of his or her strength.
See, the couples that last are the ones who magnify each others strength, rather than the weaknesses.

Secret 2:
Everyone has a dark history. No one is an angel. When you get married or you want to get married stop digging into someone's past. What matters most is the present life of your partner. Old things have passed away. Forgive and forget. Focus on the present and the future you are building together.

Secret 3:
Every marriage has its own challenges. Marriage is not a bed of roses. Every good marriage has gone through its own test of blazing fire. True love proves in times of challenges. Fight for your marriage. Fight, Fight, Fight until the enemy steps out of the ring. Make up your mind to stay with your spouse through the ups and the downs.

Secret 4:
Every marriage has different levels of success. Don't compare your marriage with any one else. Two marriage can look IDENTICAL, but can never be EQUAL. I hope you are hearing me? Never compare the love level from another marriage with yours. Learn to be patient, and keep sprinkling water where you want the green grasses to grow.

Secret 5:
To get married is declaring war. When you get married you must declare war against enemies of marriage. Some enemies of marriage are:
🔥Ignorance
🔥Prayerlessness
🔥Unforgiveness
🔥Third party influence
🔥Stinginess
🔥Stubbornness
🔥Lack of love
🔥Rudeness
🔥Laziness
🔥Jezebels
🔥Delilahs
🔥Disrespect
🔥 And Cheating.

To keep your marriage you have to be willing to fight DIRTY with prayer and hardwork. A happy marriage is not for couples who want to be CLEAN.

Secret 6:
There is no perfect marriage. There is no ready made marriage. Marriage is hard work. Volunteer yourself to work daily on it. Marriage is like a car that needs proper maintenance and proper service. If this is not done it will break down somewhere exposing the owner to danger or some unhealthy circumstances. Let us not be careless about our marriages.

Secret 7:
God cannot give you a complete person you desire. He gives you the person in the form of a raw materials for you to mould into the person that you desire. Do you remember that God is a Potter? And as He is so are you too? This means that you are also a creator just like Him, and God is counting on your creative ability. Build each other up through prayer, love and Patience.

Secret 8:
Marriage is not a contract. It is permanent. It needs total commitment. Love is the glue that sticks the couple together. Divorce start in the mind and the devil feeds the mind. Never ever entertain thoughts of getting a divorce. Never threaten your spouse with divorce. As much as lies in you, choose with God’s help to remain married.

Secret 9:
Every marriage has a price to pay. Marriage is like a bank account. It is the money that you deposit that you withdraw. If you don't deposit love, peace and care into your marriage, your marriage will remain permanently unavailable to dispense joy!
Cpd!

09/08/2023

Lies are weak no matter how strong they may seem and Truth is strong no matter how weak it may seem.

08/08/2023

A sheep was passing and saw a lion crying inside a cage trapped, the lion begged the sheep to rescue him with a promise not to kill and eat it, but the sheep refused.. After much persuasion and for the sheep's gullibility, it opened the cage for the lion.

Now the lion was very hungry having stayed in the cage for days without food.. It quickly pounced on the sheep and was about to kill and eat it, but the sheep reminded him of his promise.
They were still there arguing when other animals came passing and they sought to know what happened.. Both the lion and the sheep narrated their own side of the story, but because of fear and in trying to gain Favour in the sight of the lion, all the animals took side with the lion except the Tortoise who claimed not to understand the whole scenario.

Now the Tortoise asked the lion to show them where exactly he was before the sheep rescued him, The lion pointed at the cage.. Tortoise asked again, "were you inside or outside when the sheep arrived"??... The lion replied, "I was inside".
The tortoise again asked, "Okay, enter and let’s see how difficult it could be inside bcoz I'm not getting the whole scenario".. The lion entered, and immediately, the tortoise locked the cage.. The lion was now trapped!!

In amazement, the other animals asked tortoise "why" and tortoise replied.. "If we allow him to eat the sheep today, He will still go hungry tomorrow and we don't know the next amongst us to be eaten tomorrow.!!

MORAL OF THE TALE
DON'T SUPPORT EVIL TODAY BECAUSE IT DOESN'T AFFECT YOU DIRECTLY, TOMORROW IT COULD BE YOUR TURN.!!cpd

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