Evangelist Dr. Anthony Rufus

Evangelist Dr. Anthony Rufus FAITH GOSPEL CAMPAIGN- Ark of Grace:

Rural and City Evangelism

02/06/2026

Topic: Be a Solution, Not a Problem

Text: Matthew 5:13-14 KJV

“Ye are the salt of the earth... Ye are the light of the world.”
Theme: Live to Solve, Not to Create Problems

Background Story
In Judges 3:9, Israel cried out to God because of oppression, and God raised up Othniel as a deliverer. He didn’t complain about the problem he became the solution.
Contrast that with Jonah in Jonah 1:3. Instead of being a solution to Nineveh, he ran away and became a problem for the sailors. God had to deal with him before he could be used.
You’re placed in your generation for a reason. The question is: will you be Othniel or Jonah?

Body of Message
1. You Are Called to Add Value: May no one remember you and regret the much pain you brought into their lives and you don't even care.
Jesus called believers salt and light. Salt preserves, seasons, and heals. Light exposes darkness and shows the way.
Lesson: Matthew 5:13-14 – Your life should make things better, not worse. Where you are, things should improve because you showed up.

2. Solutions Require Selflessness
A “positive solution” thinks beyond self. It asks, _What does my family, church, and generation need?_
Lesson: Philippians 2:4 – “Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.” Self-centered living creates burdens; Christ-like living creates solutions.

3. Stop Complaining, Start Acting
It’s easy to criticize what’s wrong in society, the church, or your family. Harder to do something about it.
Lesson: Nehemiah 1:4, 2:5 – Nehemiah wept, prayed, then moved to rebuild Jerusalem. He didn’t stop at tears. He became the answer.

4. Your Legacy Depends on Your Response
Negative solutions create cycles of pain. Positive solutions create cycles of hope that outlive you.
Lesson: Galatians 6:9 – “Be not weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” What you solve today becomes freedom for tomorrow.

Moral of the Sermon
Every generation has problems. God raises people in that generation to fix them. You can either be part of the repair or part of the damage. Choose to be the answer.

Conclusion
You are not an accident in this time. God placed you here to be salt and light. Don’t waste your life being a problem your generation has to solve. Be the solution they needed.

Altar Call
1. To the passive: Stop waiting for someone else to act. God is calling you to start where you are.
2. To the complainer: Turn your complaints into prayer and action.
3. To the wounded: Let God heal you so you don’t become what hurt you.
4. To the willing: Ask God for wisdom and courage to solve one problem around you this week.

Closing Prayer
Lord, make me a solution to my generation. Forgive me for the times I’ve been passive, negative, or part of the problem. Give me a heart of service, eyes to see needs, and hands ready to work. Use me to bring light, healing, and hope wherever I go. In Jesus’ Mighty Name I pray, Amen.
( 2 Timothy 4:2)

31/05/2026

Topic: Disarming Satan’s Strongest Trifold Weapons

Teacher: Anthony Rufus

Text Basis: 1 John 2:16* – For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh [craving for sensual gratification] and the lust of the eyes [greedy longings of the mind] and the pride of life [assurance in one’s own resources or in the stability of earthly things]—these do not come from the Father but are from the world [itself].
NLT For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world.
MSG (15-17) Don't love the world's ways. Don't love the world's goods. Love of the world squeezes out love for the Father. Practically everything that goes on in the world—wanting your own way, wanting everything for yourself, wanting to appear important—has nothing to do with the Father. It just isolates you from him. The world and all its wanting, wanting, wanting is on the way out—but whoever does what God wants is set for eternity.

Introduction: Satan’s strategy never changes. From Eden to the wilderness, he uses the same trifold weapon.

1. Satan’s Trifold Weapon Exposed
A. Lust of the Flesh – Craving for bodily appetite, comfort, sinful pleasure
B. Lust of the Eyes – Covetousness, comparison, “I must have what I see”
C. Pride of Life – Self-will, independence from God, “I know better”

2. Case Study 1: Adam & Eve in Eden – Genesis 3:6
_“The woman saw that the tree was good for food [lust of flesh], pleasant to the eyes [lust of eyes], and desired to make one wise [pride of life].”_
Result: They used zero weapons. They dialogued with the serpent instead of declaring God’s Word.
Lesson: When you negotiate with temptation, you’ve already lost.

3. Case Study 2: Jesus in the Wilderness – Matthew 4:1-11
Same 3 attacks, different outcome:
1. Lust of flesh: “Turn stones to bread” → Jesus answered with Fasting + Scripture: “Man shall not live by bread alone” Deut 8:3
2. Pride of life: “Throw yourself down” → Jesus countered with Prayer/Obedience to Word: “Do not test the Lord” Deut 6:16
3. Lust of eyes: “All kingdoms I’ll give you” → Jesus used *Sacrificial Devotion*: “Worship the Lord only” Deut 6:13
Result: Satan left. Victory comes when we answer with heaven’s weapons.

4. The 3 Heavenly Weapons To Conquer
1. Fasting – Kills lust of the flesh. Fasting tells your body “You don’t rule me, my spirit does.” Jesus fasted 40 days before He faced the flesh. If your flesh is loud, your fasting must be louder.

2. Prayer + Word – Destroys pride of life. Prayer breaks self-dependence. When Jesus was tempted to prove Himself, He chose to trust God’s timing instead. Praying the Scripture back to the devil is how Jesus won. You beat pride by bowing your knees.

3. Sacrificial Giving – Crushes lust of the eyes. Covetousness says “Give to yourself.” Sacrifice says “I worship God more than things.” When you give what hurts, you break the spell of “I must have it.” Jesus gave His life. That’s why the kingdoms of this world couldn’t buy Him.
4. Be accountable.

Closing Altar Call
Adam failed because he had no weapon in his hand. Jesus won because He had 3: Fasting, Prayer, and Sacrifice.
Tonight, which weapon has been missing in your battle? Pick it up. The devil only repeats attacks that worked before. Make Eden your lesson and the wilderness your victory.

Prayer: Father, arm me with fasting that subdues my flesh, prayer that breaks my pride, and sacrifice that kills my covetousness. Let no trifold weapon stand against me in Jesus’ name.

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.
NLT
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

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01/01/2026

Happy new year to you all.

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