Breaking Curses and Releasing the Blessings of God.

Breaking Curses and Releasing the Blessings of God. 

1.  I am redeemed from the curse through the blood of Jesus (Gal. 3:13).

2.  I am the seed of Abraham, and his blessing is mine (Gal. 3:14).

3. I choose blessing instead of cursing and life instead of death (Deut. 11:26).

4. I break and release myself from all generational curses and iniquities as a result of the sins of my ancestors in the name of Jesus.

5. I break and release myself from all curses on both sides of my family back sixty generations.

6. I break all curses of witchcraft, sorcery, and divination in the name of Jesus.

6. I break and release myself from all curses of pride and rebellion in the name of Jesus.

7. I break and release myself from all curses of death and destruction in the name of Jesus.

8. I break and rebuke all curses of sickness and infirmity in the name of Jesus.

9. I break and release myself from all curses of poverty, lack, and debt in the name of Jesus.

10. I break and release myself from all curses of rejection in the name of Jesus.

11. I break and release myself from all curses of doublemindedness and schizophrenia in the name of Jesus.

12. I break and release myself from all curses of Jezebel and Ahab in the name of Jesus.

13. I break and release myself from all curses of divorce and separation in the name of Jesus.

"Seek the Lord before the Day of Judgment"

Topic: "Seek the Lord before the Day of Judgment"

Text: Zephaniah 2:3

 "Seek the LORD, all you meek of the earth, who have behaved in accordance with His justice. Seek righteousness, seek meekness. Perhaps you will be hidden in the day of the LORD's anger."

Introduction. 

The book of Zephaniah is both a warning and an invitation. God announced that judgment was coming upon Judah because of idolatry, pride, and disobedience. Yet, before judgment fell, God extended an invitation of mercy: "Seek the Lord."

God always warns before He judges. Noah preached before the flood came. Jonah preached before Nineveh was destroyed. Today, the Holy Spirit is still calling people to seek the Lord while there is time.

Those who seek God sincerely will find mercy even in times of judgment.

1: Seek the Lord Personally

"Seek the LORD..."

Seeking God means pursuing Him with all your heart. It is more than attending church; it is developing a genuine relationship with Him.

Jeremiah 29:13: "You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart."

God is not hiding from us; He desires to be found by those who earnestly seek Him.

Illustration: 

A person who loses a valuable ring searches every corner until it is found. The value determines the intensity of the search. If God is truly valuable to us, we will seek Him with determination.

2: Seek Righteousness. 

"Seek righteousness..."

Righteousness means living according to God's standard. We cannot continue in sin and expect God's protection.

Jesus said:

"Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness..." (Matthew 6:33)

Seeking righteousness involves:

-Repentance from sin.

-Obedience to God's Word.

-Living with integrity.

-Loving justice and holiness.

God blesses those who hunger and thirst after righteousness.

3: Seek Meekness. 

"Seek meekness..."

Meekness is strength under God's control. It is humility that submits to God's will.

•Pride caused Satan to fall. •Pride destroyed Pharaoh. •Pride brought Nebuchadnezzar low.

But humility brought honor to Moses, David, and above all, Jesus Christ.

God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble (James 4:6).

4: God's Protection Belongs to Those Who Seek Him. 

"Perhaps you will be hidden in the day of the LORD's anger."

This is not uncertainty about God's faithfulness but a call to sincere repentance.

Throughout Scripture, God hides His faithful people during judgment:

•Noah was safe in the ark.

•Israel was protected during the Passover.

•Rahab was preserved in Jericho.

•Lot was rescued from Sodom.

God knows how to preserve those who belong to Him.

Psalm 27:5 declares:

"In the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion."

Illustration. 

When a severe storm approaches, wise people immediately seek shelter. Those who ignore the warning expose themselves to danger.

The storms of God's judgment are real, but Jesus Christ is our refuge. Those who run to Him are safe.

Lessons:

God's warnings are expressions of His mercy.

It is dangerous to delay repentance.

Humility attracts God's favor.

Righteous living prepares us for eternity.

God always protects those who truly trust Him.

Conclusion. 

The invitation is urgent: Seek the Lord now.

Tomorrow is not guaranteed. Opportunities for repentance will not last forever.

Today God offers mercy instead of judgment. Today He offers forgiveness instead of condemnation. Today He offers refuge through Jesus Christ.

Isaiah 55:6 says:

 "Seek the LORD while He may be found; call upon Him while He is near."

Now is the acceptable time.

Altar Call. 

If you have drifted from God or never surrendered your life to Christ, this is your opportunity. Turn from sin, humble yourself before God, and receive His mercy. Jesus died and rose again so that everyone who believes in Him may receive forgiveness and eternal life. Come to Him today while His invitation is still open.

Prayer Points

1. Father, create in me a heart that sincerely seeks You every day.

2. Lord, forgive every sin that separates me from Your presence.

3. Help me to walk in righteousness and obedience to Your Word.

4. Clothe me with the spirit of humility and meekness.

5. Hide me and my family under Your divine protection in every time of trouble.

6. Let my life be found faithful when You return.

7. Holy Spirit, keep me steadfast until the end.

8. In Jesus' name, may I always be found among those who seek the Lord wholeheartedly. Amen.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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Quenching the Fire of the Enemy

Quenching the Fire of the Enemy

1. I quench with the shield of faith every fiery dart the enemy sends my way (Eph. 6:16).

2. I quench every fiery dart of jealousy, envy, anger, bitterness, and rage sent against my life in the name of Jesus.

3. I quench every firebrand sent against my life by the enemy in the name of Jesus (Isa. 7:4).

4. I bind and rebuke all spirits of jealousy directed against my life in the name of Jesus.

5. I quench every fire the enemy would throw into my sanctuary in the name of Jesus (Ps. 74:7).

6. I bind and cast out every fiery serpent sent against my life in the name of Jesus (Isa. 30:6).

7. I quench every burning lamp that comes from the leviathan’s mouth (Job 41:19).

8. I will not be burned by the fire of the enemy (Isa. 43:2).

I overcome every fiery trial sent against my life by the enemy (1 Pet. 1:7).

9. The enemy will not be able to burn up my harvest (2 Sam. 14:30).

10. I quench every fire of wickedness sent against my life in the name of Jesus (Isa. 9:18).

11. I quench all ungodly words spoken against my life in the name of Jesus (Prov. 16:27).

12. I quench every torch the enemy would use against my life in the name of Jesus (Zech. 12:6).

13. I quench all gossip directed against my life in the name of Jesus (Prov. 26:20).

14 The enemy’s flame will not kindle upon me (Isa. 43:2).

What can I do with this Mountains?

What can I do with this  Mountains?

Text: Zechariah 4:7

"Who are you, O great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you shall become a plain! And he shall bring forth the capstone with shouts of 'Grace, grace to it!'" — Zechariah 4:7 (NKJV)

Texts: Mark 11:22–24; Isaiah 40:4; Matthew 17:20; Romans 8:31.

Introduction. 

Life is full of mountains. Every believer encounters obstacles that appear too great to overcome. These mountains may be financial struggles, sickness, barrenness, family crises, spiritual battles, delayed promises, persecution, fear, or seemingly impossible situations.

When Zerubbabel received God's assignment to rebuild the temple, opposition arose from every direction. Humanly speaking, the work seemed impossible. Yet God did not begin by describing the size of the mountain. Instead, He asked a question:

"Who are you, O great mountain?"

Notice that God did not deny the mountain's existence. He simply declared that compared to His power, the mountain was insignificant.

The God who created the mountains is greater than every mountain that confronts His children.

What Is a Mountain?

In Scripture, a mountain often represents anything that stands between God's people and His promises.

•A mountain may be:

•A long-standing sickness.

•A financial burden.

•A delayed breakthrough.

•A difficult marriage.

•Unemployment.

•Fear and anxiety.

•Generational bondage.

•Opposition to God's purpose.

•Sin or addiction.

Mountains are real—but they are never greater than God.

I. Every Mountain Has a Name. 

Text: Zechariah 4:7

Every problem has an identity.

-Some people are facing the mountain of debt.

-Others face the mountain of delay.

-Some carry the mountain of disappointment.

-Others struggle with the mountain of fear, rejection, loneliness, or spiritual dryness.

Until you recognize your mountain, you cannot specifically pray against it.

The Bible identifies many mountains by name:

* Goliath represented intimidation.

* Jericho represented impossibility.

* The Red Sea represented hopelessness.

" The fiery furnace represented persecution.

* The lions' den represented deadly opposition.

Likewise, every believer must identify the mountain standing in the way of God's purpose.

Illustration

Imagine a doctor treating a patient without first diagnosing the illness. Healing begins when the problem is identified correctly. In the same way, spiritual victory begins when we honestly identify the mountain before us and bring it to God.

Ask yourself:

* What mountain has stood before me for years?

* What obstacle continually discourages my faith?

* What challenge seems impossible to overcome?

Name it—but do not worship it.

II. Every Mountain Has an Expiry Date.

God never intended mountains to remain forever.

The mountain may appear permanent, but God's Word declares otherwise.

To Zerubbabel, the mountain looked immovable.

God declared: "Before Zerubbabel you shall become a plain."

Notice the certainty.

God did not say "perhaps."

He declared "you shall."

Every problem has an appointed end.

Psalm 30:5 says, "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning."

-Joseph's prison had an expiry date.

-Israel's slavery had an expiry date.

-Daniel's stay in the lions' den had an expiry date.

-The exile in Babylon had an expiry date.

Your mountain also has an appointed end.

Sometimes God removes the mountain immediately.

Sometimes He gives strength to climb it.

Sometimes He leads us around it.

But He never abandons His people before it.

Illustration. 

Construction workers often place barriers around a road while repairs are underway. Drivers may think the road is permanently closed, but the barriers are temporary. Once the work is complete, the road is reopened. Many of life's obstacles are like those barriers—they are temporary, even when they feel permanent.

Application.

Never build your future around your present struggle.

The mountain you see today may become tomorrow's testimony.

III. God Specializes in Impossible Situations. 

Human beings specialize in explaining why something cannot happen.

God specializes in doing what no one else can do.

Luke 1:37 declares: "For with God nothing will be impossible."

Throughout Scripture:

-God opened the Red Sea.

-He fed thousands with a small lunch.

-He raised Lazarus after four days.

-He caused barren women to conceive.

-He shut the mouths of lions.

-He made the sun stand still.

-He brought Jesus back from the dead.

If God has done the impossible before, He has not lost His power.

Illustration: 

David and Goliath. 

When Goliath appeared, everyone focused on his size.

The soldiers said, "He is too big to defeat."

David saw him differently.

David reasoned, "He is too big to miss."

The giant that frightened an army became the opportunity that revealed David's destiny.

Everyone else saw danger.

David saw an opportunity for God to display His glory.

Your mountain may actually be the stage upon which God intends to reveal His greatness.

IV. Faith Changes How We See Mountains. 

The difference between fear and faith is perspective.

Fear magnifies the mountain.

Faith magnifies God.

•The ten spies focused on giants. Joshua and Caleb focused on God's promise.

•Peter looked at the wind and began to sink. When he looked to Jesus, he found rescue.

Faith does not deny reality; it declares that God is greater than reality.

Every believer must decide whether to speak continually about the mountain or continually about the greatness of God.

V. Grace Levels Mountains

Zechariah ends with these words: "Grace, grace unto it!"

The temple would not be completed by human strength but by God's grace.

Grace is God's divine enablement.

Grace accomplishes what effort alone cannot.

Grace opens doors no one can shut.

Grace supplies strength when ours is exhausted.

Grace finishes what God begins.

When God's grace is released, mountains become plains.

Lessons

-Refuse to be intimidated by the size of your mountain.

-Speak God's promises instead of your fears.

-Trust God's timing.

-Keep working while believing.

-Praise God before the breakthrough arrives.

Conclusion

Every believer faces mountains, but no mountain is greater than the God we serve.

-The mountain before Zerubbabel appeared impossible, yet God reduced it to a plain.

-David's giant became the doorway to his destiny.

-Joseph's prison became the pathway to the palace.

-The cross looked like defeat, but it became the greatest victory in history through Christ's resurrection.

Whatever mountain stands before you today—whether it is sickness, financial hardship, family conflict, fear, delay, or unanswered prayers—it is not permanent. The God who speaks to mountains still reigns. As you trust Him, obey Him, and rely on His Spirit rather than your own strength, He will make a way where there seems to be no way.

Do not measure God by the size of your mountain. Measure your mountain by the greatness of your God.

Altar Call

Perhaps the greatest mountain in your life is not financial or physical—it is the mountain of sin that separates you from God. No amount of human effort can remove it. Only Jesus Christ, through His death and resurrection, can forgive your sins and reconcile you to God.

If you have never surrendered your life to Christ, today is the day of salvation. Come to Him in repentance and faith. He will forgive you, give you a new heart, and begin to remove every barrier that keeps you from His purpose.

For believers who have grown weary under the weight of life's mountains, come again to the Lord. Lay every burden at His feet and trust Him to fight your battles. The same God who leveled Zerubbabel's mountain is able to level yours.

Prayer Points:

1. Heavenly Father, thank You because You are greater than every mountain before me.

2. Lord Jesus, forgive my sins and remove every barrier separating me from You.

3. Every mountain of fear, discouragement, delay, sickness, and lack standing before my destiny, become a plain in the name of Jesus.

4. Father, replace my fear with unwavering faith.

5. Lord, let every long-standing problem in my life reach its appointed end.

6. By Your grace, make every crooked path straight and every obstacle level.

7. Give me the courage of David to face every giant with confidence in You.

8. Let my present mountain become tomorrow's testimony for Your glory.

9. I declare that no obstacle will prevent me from fulfilling God's purpose for my life.

10. By the power of the Holy Spirit, I shall overcome every mountain and finish the work God has given me to do, in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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The Power of the Holy Spirit

Text: Acts 1:8

"But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." — Acts 1:8 (NKJV)

Supporting Texts: Luke 24:49; John 14:16-18; Zechariah 4:6; 2 Timothy 1:7.

Introduction:

There is a great difference between human ability and divine ability. Human strength can achieve only what is naturally possible, but the Holy Spirit enables believers to accomplish what is humanly impossible.

Before Jesus ascended into heaven, He did not tell His disciples to depend on their experience, intelligence, or zeal. Instead, He commanded them to wait until they were clothed with power from on high (Luke 24:49). Jesus knew that without the Holy Spirit, they would struggle; with the Holy Spirit, they would transform the world.

Today, many Christians have knowledge without power, activity without anointing, and religion without divine influence. God is calling His people back to dependence on the Holy Spirit.

What is the Power of the Holy Spirit?

The word translated "power" in Acts 1:8 is the Greek word dunamis, meaning miraculous, dynamic, supernatural power. It is the power that changes lives, defeats sin, heals the sick, strengthens the weak, and enables believers to fulfill God's purpose.

The Holy Spirit is not merely an influence; He is the third Person of the Trinity who lives in every believer and empowers God's people for holy living and effective service.

I. The Holy Spirit gives Power to live a Victorious Life. 

Before believers can influence others, they must first experience victory within themselves.

Without the Holy Spirit:

• Temptation easily overcomes us.
• Fear dominates us.
• Discouragement weakens us.

With the Holy Spirit:

• We overcome temptation.
• We receive boldness.
• We bear the fruit of the Spirit.
• We live in obedience to Christ.

Paul reminds us that God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).

Victory over sin is not achieved by human determination alone but by yielding daily to the Holy Spirit.

II. The Holy Spirit turns ordinary people into Extraordinary Servants

God has always used ordinary people.

• Moses said he could not speak.
• Gideon considered himself insignificant.
• David was a shepherd.
• The disciples were fishermen and common men.

Yet, through the Holy Spirit, they became mighty instruments in God's hands.

God does not call the qualified; He qualifies those He calls by giving them His Spirit.

Illustration: 

Peter before and after Pentecost

Peter is one of the clearest examples of the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.

Before Pentecost:

• Peter denied Jesus three times.
• He was afraid of a servant girl.
• He hid behind locked doors with the other disciples.

After Pentecost:

• Peter stood publicly before thousands.
• He boldly declared that Jesus is Lord and Christ.
• About three thousand people were converted in one day (Acts 2:41).

What made the difference?

It was not education. It was not personality. It was not experience.

The difference was the power of the Holy Spirit.

The same Spirit that transformed Peter can transform every believer today.

III. The Holy Spirit gives boldness for God's Assignment

Jesus promised that believers would become His witnesses.

Witnesses are not merely people who possess information; they are people who testify boldly because they have experienced Christ.

Many believers remain silent because of:

• Fear of rejection.
• Fear of criticism.
• Fear of failure.

The Holy Spirit removes fear and replaces it with courage.

Throughout the book of Acts, the disciples repeatedly prayed for boldness, and the Holy Spirit filled them afresh.

When the Holy Spirit controls a believer, fear loses its grip.

IV. The Holy Spirit gives Power for every Assignment

God never assigns a task without supplying the necessary power.

Whatever assignment God has given you:

• Raising a family.
• Building a ministry.
• Serving in the church.
• Evangelizing.
• Leading others.

His Spirit is sufficient.

Zechariah 4:6 declares:

"Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit."

Your success will not depend primarily on your natural abilities but on your dependence upon God's Spirit.

V. How can we receive Fresh Power?

1. Desire God's Presence

God fills those who hunger and thirst for Him.

2. Live in Obedience

The Holy Spirit works freely in yielded hearts.

3. Pray Earnestly

The early church continually prayed until the Spirit came.

4. Walk Daily with God

The Spirit continually fills believers who remain surrendered to Him.

Ask yourself:

• Am I relying on my own strength or on the Holy Spirit?
• Is fear preventing me from fulfilling God's purpose?
• Do I seek the Spirit's guidance daily?
• Am I willing to be used by God regardless of my weaknesses?

God specializes in using ordinary people who completely depend on Him.

Conclusion.

The Holy Spirit transformed frightened disciples into fearless apostles.

He transformed Peter from a man who denied Christ into a preacher whose message shook Jerusalem.

The same Holy Spirit is still available today.

You may feel weak, inadequate, or fearful, but when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, He gives you power to live victoriously, serve faithfully, and fulfill God's divine purpose.

Remember:

It is not your education but His power. It is not your talent but His anointing. It is not your strength but His Spirit.

Altar Call

Perhaps you have relied on your own strength for too long. Maybe fear, discouragement, or sin has held you back from God's purpose. Jesus still offers the gift of the Holy Spirit to those who come to Him in faith.

If you have never surrendered your life to Christ, this is the time to repent and trust Him as your Lord and Savior. If you are already a believer but long for a fresh infilling of the Holy Spirit, come with an open heart and ask God to renew you.

Prayer Points

1. Father, thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit.
2. Lord Jesus, baptize me with fresh power from on high.
3. Holy Spirit, fill every area of my life and take complete control.
4. Every spirit of fear, discouragement, and intimidation, leave my life in Jesus' name.
5. Give me boldness to witness for Christ wherever I go.
6. Empower me to fulfill every assignment You have entrusted to me.
7. Let my life become a testimony of Your supernatural power.
8. From today, I shall live and serve by the power of the Holy Spirit, in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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The Source of True Strength.

The Source of True Strength. 

Theme: Not by Might, Nor by Power, But by My Spirit

Text: Zechariah 4:6

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:29–31; John 15:5; Philippians 4:13

Introduction. 

There are moments in life when we discover that human strength has limits. Money cannot buy peace. Education cannot guarantee success. Influence cannot overcome every obstacle. Even the strongest body grows weak, and the wisest mind sometimes runs out of answers.

The people of Judah experienced such a season. They had returned from exile with excitement to rebuild the temple, but opposition, discouragement, and hardship caused the work to stop. Zerubbabel, the governor, faced a task that was bigger than his resources. Humanly speaking, rebuilding the temple seemed impossible.

Then God sent a message through the prophet Zechariah:

"Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit," says the LORD of hosts. (Zechariah 4:6)

God was reminding Zerubbabel that His work is never accomplished by human strength alone but by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Today, that same message speaks to every believer.

 Illustration:

The Powerless Fan

Imagine entering a room on a hot afternoon. A beautiful ceiling fan hangs above you. It is clean, modern, and perfectly installed. Yet the room remains unbearably hot because there is no electricity.

The fan has everything except power.

Many Christians are like that fan. They have education, talent, experience, and even good intentions, but they are trying to live the Christian life disconnected from the power of the Holy Spirit. Activity without God's power produces exhaustion rather than lasting fruit.

I. Human Strength Has Limits. 

Isaiah 40:30

"Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall utterly fall."

Everyone has limits.

- Physical strength fades.

- Financial resources diminish.

- Intelligence reaches its limits.

- Friends sometimes disappoint.

- Human wisdom cannot solve every problem.

The strongest person eventually becomes weak.

•Even Moses became tired.

•Even Elijah became discouraged.

•Even Peter failed.

If these great servants of God had limitations, so do we.

Application:

Never make your own ability your greatest confidence.

II. God's Spirit Has No Limits. 

God never becomes tired.

He never runs out of wisdom.

He never lacks resources.

Isaiah 40:31 declares:

"But those who wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength..."

Notice that God does not merely give strength; He renews it.

The Holy Spirit supplies fresh strength for every new challenge.

When your strength ends, God's power begins.

III. Depending on God Produces Lasting Victory

Jesus said:

"Without Me you can do nothing." (John 15:5)

Notice He did not say we could do "a few things."

He said nothing.

Many believers begin their day with planning but without praying.

They trust their schedule more than the Holy Spirit.

God wants us to depend on Him daily.

Prayer is not a religious routine; it is an admission that we cannot succeed without God.

IV. The Holy Spirit Makes the Impossible Possible. 

Zerubbabel faced a mountain of opposition.

Yet God asked,

"Who are you, O great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you shall become a plain." (Zechariah 4:7). 

Every mountain is small before God's Spirit.

The mountain may be:

- Financial hardship

- Family conflict

- Sickness

- Unemployment

- Spiritual weakness

- Ministry challenges

What human effort cannot overcome, the Spirit of God can remove.

ILLUSTRATIONS:

A missionary travelled to a remote village where there was no electricity or modern transportation. The roads were dangerous, and many advised him to give up. Yet he prayed daily, depending on the Holy Spirit.

Years later, churches had been planted throughout the region, schools were established, and many lives had been transformed.

When someone asked him the secret of his success, he replied,

"Whenever people praised me, I remembered that I was only the vessel. The power always belonged to God."

That is the difference between relying on human strength and relying on God's Spirit.

Lessons: 

1. God's work cannot be accomplished by human effort alone.

2. The Holy Spirit is our true source of strength.

3. Weakness is often the place where God reveals His greatest power.

4. Every impossible situation becomes possible when God is involved.

5. Dependence on God should be a daily lifestyle.

ALTAR CALL:

Ask yourself:

- Am I relying more on my abilities than on God?

- Have I replaced prayer with self-confidence?

- Am I trying to fight spiritual battles with human strength?

- Have I become spiritually exhausted because I have disconnected from the Holy Spirit?

Today God is inviting you back to complete dependence upon Him.

Conclusion. 

The message to Zerubbabel is still God's message today:

"Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the LORD of hosts."

•Your education is valuable, but it is not enough.

•Your experience is helpful, but it is not enough.

•Your connections may open doors, but they are not enough.

The Holy Spirit is the difference between struggling and overcoming, between merely working and truly bearing fruit.

When God's Spirit empowers your life, mountains become plains, weakness becomes strength, and impossibilities become testimonies.

Prayer Points:

1. Father, forgive me for trusting in my own strength more than in Your Spirit.

2. Lord, fill me afresh with the power of the Holy Spirit.

3. Every mountain standing before my destiny, become a plain in Jesus' name.

4. Renew my strength where I have become weary and discouraged.

5. Help me to depend on You every day and not on my own understanding.

6. Let Your Spirit guide my decisions, empower my service, and strengthen my faith.

7. May my life bring glory to You through the power of Your Spirit.

Closing Declaration

"I refuse to trust in human strength alone. By the power of the Holy Spirit, I shall overcome every obstacle, fulfill God's purpose for my life, and finish my race with joy. My strength comes from the Lord. In Jesus' name, Amen."

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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The Secret of Walking Above Life's Storms

The Secret of Walking Above Life's Storms

Text: "The Lord God is my strength, and He will make my feet like a deer's feet, and He causes me to walk on my heights." — Habakkuk 3:19

Introduction. 

Life is not always a smooth road. There are valleys of sorrow, mountains of difficulty, and storms that threaten to overwhelm us. Habakkuk wrote these words not when everything was going well, but after seeing visions of judgment, famine, and suffering. Yet, instead of complaining, he declared, "The Lord God is my strength."

True faith is not proven when the sun is shining, but when the night is darkest.

1. The Lord Is Our Strength

Habakkuk did not say, "My money is my strength," or "My friends are my strength." He boldly declared, "The Lord God is my strength."

Human strength fails.

- Wealth can disappear.

- Health can fail.

- Friends may leave.

- Even our own courage can melt away.

But God's strength never weakens.

Scriptures:

- Isaiah 40:31 – "Those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength."

- Psalm 46:1 – "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."

2. God gives us the Feet of a Deer. 

A deer walks confidently on dangerous cliffs because God created its feet for difficult places.

Notice that God did not promise to remove every mountain. Instead, He promised to give His people steady feet.

Sometimes we pray,

"Lord, remove this problem."

But God answers,

"My child, I will make you strong enough to overcome it."

Faith does not always remove mountains; sometimes it gives us feet that can climb them.

3. God leads us to higher Places. 

"He causes me to walk on my heights."

The "high places" represent victory after trials, maturity after suffering, and testimony after tears.

Every painful season can become a platform where God's glory is revealed.

•Joseph's prison became his pathway to the palace.

•David's wilderness prepared him for the throne.

•Jesus' cross became the doorway to resurrection.

God never wastes the pain of His children.

Illustration: 

"The Father's Shoes"

Many years ago, a little boy loved walking with his father through the hills. Whenever they reached a steep mountain, the boy became afraid because the rocks were slippery.

One day the father removed his own strong boots and placed them on his son's tiny feet. The boots were much too large, but the father held the boy's hand and said,

"Don't worry about your feet. Just keep your eyes on me."

Step by step, the boy climbed the mountain.

Years later, after the father had died, the grown man found those old boots in a dusty corner of the house. Holding them against his chest, tears filled his eyes as he whispered,

"It was never the shoes that carried me. It was my father's hand."

In the same way, when we look back over our lives, we realize it was never our wisdom, our strength, or our ability that brought us through the darkest nights.

It was the unseen hand of our Heavenly Father.

Perhaps today you are climbing the mountain of sickness, disappointment, grief, financial hardship, or family struggles. You may feel too weak to continue.

Hear the voice of God saying:

"You don't have to climb by your own strength. Hold My hand. I will give you the feet of a deer, and I will bring you safely to the heights."

Conclusion:

The Christian life is not the absence of trouble—it is the presence of God in the middle of trouble.

The same God who strengthened Habakkuk is still strengthening His people today.

When your strength is gone,

God's strength begins.

When your feet are trembling,

God makes them steady.

When the mountain seems impossible,

God leads you to the top.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, You are our strength. When we are weak, make us strong. Give us the feet of a deer so that we may stand firm on every difficult path. Lift every weary heart, strengthen every discouraged soul, and remind us that Your hand will never let us go. Lead us from the valley to the heights, so that our lives will bring glory to Your name. In Jesus' mighty name, Amen.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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YOUR SIN WILL FIND YOU OUT

YOUR SIN WILL FIND YOU OUT

Text: Micah 2:1

"Woe to those who devise iniquity, and work out evil on their beds! When morning light comes, they do it, because it is in the power of their hand." — Micah 2:1.

Introduction. 

The prophet Micah lived in a time when corruption had become a way of life. The wealthy oppressed the poor, leaders abused their authority, and people planned evil without any fear of God. Through Micah, God pronounced a solemn warning: "Woe!" This is not merely an expression of disappointment but a declaration of divine judgment upon those who deliberately plan and practice evil.

This verse teaches that sin does not begin with actions; it begins with thoughts. Long before evil is committed, it is conceived in the heart.

1. Evil is first conceived in the Heart. 

"They devise iniquity... on their beds."

Nighttime should be a period of rest, prayer, and meditation on God's Word. Instead, these people used the quiet hours to design wicked schemes. Their minds became workshops of sin.

Jesus confirmed this truth:

"For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts..." (Matthew 15:19).

Every sinful act begins as an unchecked thought. Satan plants a suggestion, but it becomes sin when the heart embraces it.

Lesson: 

Guard your thoughts because today's imagination can become tomorrow's action.

2. Sin grows through deliberate Planning

"They work out evil on their beds."

These people were not acting out of sudden temptation. Their wickedness was calculated. They carefully organized their plans before carrying them out.

James 1:14-15 explains the process:

"Each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires... Then desire, when it has conceived, gives birth to sin."

Sin follows a dangerous progression:

- Evil thoughts.

- Evil plans.

- Evil actions.

- Divine judgment.

No one suddenly falls into great sin. It begins with small compromises that are never repented of.

3. Power Without God Produces Oppression. 

"When morning light comes, they do it, because it is in the power of their hand."

These people possessed influence, wealth, and authority. Instead of using their power to bless others, they used it to exploit them.

Power is never the problem; the heart controlling the power is.

God gives strength so we may serve, protect, and uplift others—not destroy them.

Application:

- Employers should not oppress employees.

- Leaders should not misuse authority.

- Parents should not abuse their children.

- Christians should never use influence for selfish gain.

The greater your power, the greater your accountability before God.

4. God sees what happens in Secret. 

The people believed no one saw their nighttime plans. But God sees every hidden conversation, every secret intention, and every silent conspiracy.

Psalm 139 reminds us that darkness is as light before God.

Nothing escapes His notice:

- Secret fraud.

- Hidden hatred.

- Planned revenge.

- Private corruption.

God judges not only actions but motives.

5. God's "Woe" Is Also a Call to Repentance. 

Whenever God says "Woe," He is giving sinners an opportunity to repent before judgment falls.

God delights in mercy more than punishment.

Isaiah 55:7 declares:

"Let the wicked forsake his way... and He will abundantly pardon."

No matter how carefully sin has been planned, sincere repentance can bring forgiveness through Jesus Christ.

Conclusion:

Micah 2:1 reminds us that God examines both our hands and our hearts. Before judging what we do, He judges why we do it.

The Christian life begins with a transformed heart. When Christ rules the heart, the mind thinks holy thoughts, the hands perform righteous deeds, and the life glorifies God.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, search my heart and reveal every evil thought hidden within me. Remove every plan that does not honor You. Fill my mind with purity, my heart with compassion, and my hands with righteousness. Help me to use every gift and every opportunity to glorify Your name. Keep me from secret sin and lead me in the everlasting way. In Jesus' name I pray.., Amen.

Declaration Prayer Points.

1. Every evil imagination that the enemy has planted in my heart is uprooted by the power of Jesus.

2. Lord, purify my thoughts and renew my mind daily.

3. I receive grace to walk in holiness, integrity, and truth.

4. Every power of darkness influencing my decisions is broken in Jesus' name.

5. I shall use every authority, gift, and opportunity God has given me for His glory.

6. My heart shall remain sensitive to the Holy Spirit.

7. I reject every hidden work of darkness and choose the path of righteousness.

8. The Lord shall establish me as an instrument of peace, justice, and mercy all the days of my life.

Ponder on this: What occupies your mind today will eventually shape your character tomorrow. Therefore, let Christ rule your heart before your hands act.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

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THE VOICE OF THANKSGIVING THAT BRINGS DELIVERANCE

"THE VOICE OF THANKSGIVING THAT BRINGS DELIVERANCE"

Main Text: Jonah 2:9

"But I will sacrifice to You with the voice of thanksgiving. I will pay what I have vowed. Salvation is of the LORD."

Introduction. 

Jonah did not speak these words from a palace or a synagogue. He prayed them from the belly of a great fish—a place of darkness, isolation, and what seemed like certain death. His circumstances had not yet changed, yet his attitude had. Before God brought him out, Jonah began to praise.

Many people wait until they receive their miracle before they thank God. Jonah thanked God before the miracle happened. Thanksgiving became the key that unlocked his deliverance.

1. Thanksgiving Is a Sacrifice. 

Jonah said, "I will sacrifice to You with the voice of thanksgiving."

A sacrifice costs something. It is easy to praise when the bank account is full, when the body is healthy, and when prayers have been answered. But true thanksgiving rises from a heart that trusts God even in pain.

CF Text: Hebrews 13:15

"Let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God."

When your tears become songs, heaven pays attention.

2. Thanksgiving Is Evidence of Faith. 

Jonah was still inside the fish, yet he thanked God as though he had already been delivered.

Faith does not praise because it sees the answer. Faith praises because it knows God is faithful.

Cf Text: 2 Chronicles 20:22

When Judah began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against their enemies. Praise released God's power before the battle was won.

Sometimes your breakthrough begins the moment your complaining ends.

3. A Vow Must Be Honoured. 

Jonah declared, "I will pay what I have vowed."

Many people make promises to God during difficult moments but forget them after receiving blessings.

God values integrity. He expects His children to keep their commitments.

Cf Text: Ecclesiastes 5:4-5

Every vow of service, holiness, obedience, or worship should be fulfilled.

4. Salvation Belongs to the Lord. 

Jonah concluded with a powerful declaration:

"Salvation is of the LORD."

Your education cannot save you.

Your wealth cannot save you.

Your connections cannot save you.

Only God can rescue a person from sin, despair, bondage, and impossible situations.

CF. Text: Psalm 3:8

"Salvation belongs to the LORD."

When God decides to save, no devil can stop Him.

Conclusion

Immediately after Jonah confessed these words, the Lord commanded the fish to release him (Jonah 2:10).

The prison did not open because Jonah complained.

The fish did not release him because he struggled.

Deliverance came after thanksgiving, obedience, and complete surrender to God.

If you are in the "belly of the fish" today—whether it is sickness, debt, disappointment, family trouble, or spiritual dryness—lift your voice in thanksgiving. The God who delivered Jonah is still delivering His people today.

Prayer Points

1. Father, give me a heart that thanks You in every season.

2. Lord, remove every spirit of murmuring and replace it with joyful praise.

3. Father, help me to fulfil every promise I have made to You.

4. Lord, let every impossible situation in my life release me by Your mighty power.

5. I declare that my salvation, victory, healing, and restoration come from the Lord alone.

6. Every "great fish" swallowing my destiny, release me now in the name of Jesus.

7. Father, let my voice of thanksgiving become the key that opens every closed door.

8. Lord, I will praise You before the miracle, because I know You are faithful.

Altar call:

"My thanksgiving will not be silenced. My praise will rise above my problems. The God who delivered Jonah will deliver me. Salvation belongs to the Lord, and my testimony shall glorify His holy name. Amen."

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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Let Praise be your Weapon

Let  Praise be your Weapon

Text: 2 Chronicles 20:22

"And when they began to sing and to praise, the LORD set an ambush against the children of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah, and they were struck down."

Introduction. 

Life often presents battles that cannot be won by human strength alone. There are enemies that education cannot defeat, money cannot silence, and influence cannot overcome. King Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah found themselves in such a situation. Three powerful nations united to destroy them. Fear gripped the nation, but instead of relying on military power, they sought the Lord in prayer and fasting.

God's answer was unexpected: "The battle is not yours, but God's" (2 Chronicles 20:15). Instead of placing soldiers at the front, Jehoshaphat appointed singers to lead the army. The victory began not with swords but with songs.

1. Praise Demonstrates Complete Trust in God

The people praised God before they saw any evidence of victory. They believed God's promise more than the frightening reality before them.

Faith praises God before the miracle appears. Anyone can praise after victory, but only those who trust God praise before victory.

CF:: Hebrews 11:1; Psalm 56:3-4.

2. Praise Invites God's Intervention. 

The Bible says, "When they began to sing and to praise, the LORD set an ambush." Notice that God acted when His people praised Him.

Praise shifts the battle from human effort to divine intervention. God Himself became the Commander of Judah's army.

Many believers pray but stop short of praising. Prayer presents the need; praise expresses confidence that God has already taken charge.

CF:: Psalm 22:3; Acts 16:25-26.

3. Praise Confuses the Enemy. 

The armies of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir turned against one another until none remained alive.

When God fights for His children, He can turn the enemy's plans into their own destruction. The devil expects fear, anxiety, and complaining, but praise frustrates his strategy.

What was designed to destroy you can become the means by which God glorifies Himself.

Cd: Exodus 14:13-14; Isaiah 54:17.

4. Praise Leads to Overflowing Blessings

After the battle, Judah spent three days collecting the spoil because it was so abundant (2 Chronicles 20:25).

God's victories are not merely about survival; they often result in abundance, testimony, and joy. The valley that could have become a place of defeat became the Valley of Blessing.

God is able to give more than deliverance—He gives restoration and overflowing blessings.

CF:: Ephesians 3:20; Joel 2:25.

EXPECTATIONS:

- Seek God first when trouble comes.

- Believe God's promises even when circumstances seem impossible.

- Let praise become your daily lifestyle, not only your emergency response.

- Remember that God specializes in fighting battles that are beyond human ability.

Conclusion. 

Your greatest weapon is not your strength, intelligence, or connections—it is your confidence in God expressed through praise. The same God who fought for Judah still fights for His people today. As you worship Him with sincere faith, He is able to remove obstacles, silence opposition, and give you victories that only He can receive glory for.

Do not allow fear to have the final word. Let praise arise, because when God's people begin to praise, heaven begins to move.

Prayer Points

1. Father, teach me to praise You even before I see the answer.

2. Lord, arise and fight every battle that is beyond my strength.

3. Every conspiracy against my life and family, let it collapse by the power of God.

4. Father, turn every valley of trouble into a valley of blessing.

5. Let my life become a testimony of Your power and faithfulness.

6. I declare that every impossible situation before me shall end in victory through Jesus Christ. Amen.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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The way that seems right.

The Way that seems Right

Text: “There is a way which seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.” — Proverbs 14:12

Introduction

One of the greatest dangers in life is not choosing what is obviously wrong. The greatest danger is choosing what appears to be right but is actually leading to destruction. Satan rarely presents evil as ugly. He disguises it as wisdom, progress, freedom, success, and even religion.

The tragedy of Proverbs 14:12 is not that a man deliberately chose death. It is that he sincerely believed he was walking the right path.

This verse teaches that human judgment without God is a dangerous compass.

Jeremiah 10:23 — "O LORD, I know that the way of man is not in himself; it is not in man who walks to direct his own steps."

1. The deception of Human Reasoning 

"There is a way which seems right..."

Notice that Solomon did not say the way is right. He said it seems right.

Our eyes can deceive us.

Our emotions can deceive us.

Our experiences can deceive us.

The first sin in Eden happened because Eve judged by appearance.

Genesis 3:6

"The tree was good for food... pleasant to the eyes... desirable to make one wise."

What looked like wisdom became the doorway to death.

Today many people say,

- "Follow your heart."

- "Trust your feelings."

- "Do what makes you happy."

But Scripture warns,

Jeremiah 17:9

"The heart is deceitful above all things and desperately wicked."

The heart can become a false prophet.

2. Wrong Roads usually begin beautifully

No traveler begins a journey expecting disaster.

The road to destruction is usually:

- comfortable

- popular

- exciting

- profitable

Jesus described two roads.

Matthew 7:13-14»

•One road is broad.

•One is narrow.

•One is crowded.

•One is lonely.

•One feels easy.

•One demands surrender.

Yet the broad road ends in destruction.

The narrow road ends in life.

The destination matters more than the scenery.

3. Success Is Not Always God's Approval. 

Many mistake prosperity for divine approval.

A person may gain wealth while losing character.

He may gain followers while losing God.

He may gain the whole world while losing his soul.

Jesus asked, in Mark 8:36

"For what shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his own soul?"

A road filled with applause can still end in eternal regret.

Never judge a road by how many people are walking on it.

Judge it by where it leads.

4. Religion without Relationship an also seem Right. 

Jesus warned about people who believed they were serving God.

Matthew 7:22-23

"Lord, Lord..."

®They preached.

®They performed miracles.

®They cast out demons.

Yet Christ said,

"I never knew you."

One of the most frightening truths is that even religious activity can become a road that seems right but ends in spiritual death when Christ is absent.

Christianity is not merely attending church.

It is walking daily with Jesus.

5. Every decision is a Road

Life is not made of isolated choices.

Every choice creates a direction.

Every direction creates a destination.

A single compromise becomes a habit.

A habit becomes a lifestyle.

A lifestyle becomes a destiny.

Small decisions determine great endings.

That is why Proverbs repeatedly urges believers to seek God's wisdom before acting.

6. God's Way Often Feels Difficult at First. 

God's path may require:

- forgiveness instead of revenge

- humility instead of pride

- holiness instead of pleasure

- patience instead of haste

- obedience instead of convenience

The cross looked like defeat.

Yet it became the greatest victory in history.

Sometimes God's road feels harder because it leads upward.

7. Jesus is not merely showing the Way—He is the Way

The greatest answer to Proverbs 14:12 is found in Christ.

John 14:6, "I am the way, the truth, and the life."

Notice Jesus did not say,

"I know the way."

He said,

"I am the way."

Outside Him every road eventually leads to death.

In Him every surrendered life leads to eternal life.

Altar call:

Ask yourself:

- Am I following God's Word or my own opinions?

- Am I walking by faith or by feelings?

- Am I pursuing success or obedience?

- Is my life becoming more like Christ?

- If I continue on my present path, where will I end?

The future is hidden inside today's direction.

Conclusion

•Many roads look attractive.

•Many voices sound convincing.

Many philosophies promise freedom.

But appearances can be fatal.

The safest path is not the one that feels right.

The safest path is the one God declares right.

Every generation must decide whether to trust human wisdom or divine revelation.

The road you choose today will determine the eternity you experience tomorrow.

•Choose Christ.

•Choose truth.

•Choose life.

Deuteronomy 30:19

"I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live."»

Prayer

Heavenly Father, deliver us from the deception of our own understanding. Give us discernment to reject every path that only appears right but leads to destruction. Teach us to trust Your Word above our feelings, Your wisdom above human reasoning, and Your Son above every worldly path. Keep our feet on the narrow road that leads to life. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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Walking with the Blessed: The Power of Godly Choices.

Walking with the Blessed: The Power of Godly Choices. 

Text: Psalm 1:1

"Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stand in the path of sinners, nor sit in the seat of the scornful." — Psalm 1:1

Introduction. 

The book of Psalms opens with a profound contrast between two kinds of people: the blessed and the wicked. Before speaking about prosperity, success, or victory, God first speaks about choices. True blessing does not begin with what we possess but with whom we follow.

Psalm 1:1 teaches that a blessed life is not accidental—it is the result of deliberate separation from ungodliness and wholehearted devotion to God.

1. The Blessed Man Refuses Wrong Counsel

"Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the ungodly."

Every person is influenced by someone's advice. The question is: Whose counsel are you following?

The counsel of the ungodly often sounds attractive:

- "Everyone is doing it."

- "Compromise a little."

- "God understands."

But God's wisdom often opposes worldly wisdom.

CF: Text: 

Proverbs 14:12

"There is a way which seems right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death."

Your destiny is shaped by the voices you choose to believe.

2. The Blessed Man Refuses the Path of Sin. 

"Nor stand in the path of sinners."

Notice the progression:

- First, he walks.

- Then he stands.

Sin always seeks to slow your spiritual journey until you become comfortable with what once disturbed your conscience.

Many believers do not begin by planning to fall. They simply remain too long in dangerous places.

Joseph refused to remain in temptation and fled from Potiphar's wife (Genesis 39:12). Sometimes victory is found in running away from sin.

3. The Blessed Man Refuses the Seat of the Scornful. 

"Nor sit in the seat of the scornful."

The final stage is sitting—becoming settled in rebellion.

The scornful mock holiness, ridicule righteousness, and reject correction.

When a person reaches this point, sin is no longer a struggle—it becomes a lifestyle.

Proverbs 9:8

"Do not rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you."

A heart that despises correction closes the door to God's blessing.

4. Sin Progresses Unless It Is Stopped. 

Psalm 1 reveals a dangerous downward progression:

- Walking — listening.

- Standing — lingering.

- Sitting — settling.

Every great spiritual fall begins with one small compromise.

Satan rarely destroys a believer instantly. He deceives gradually.

Therefore, believers must guard:

- Their ears.

- Their eyes.

- Their companions.

- Their hearts.

5. The Blessed Life Belongs to Those Who Delight in God. 

The secret of separation is not merely avoiding evil but loving God.

Psalm 1:2 says:

"But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night."

A heart full of God's Word leaves little room for worldly corruption.

The blessed believer feeds daily on Scripture, seeks God's presence, and obeys His voice.

Conclusion. 

God's blessing is connected to our daily decisions.

Ask yourself:

- Whose counsel am I following?

- Where am I standing?

- Where have I become comfortable that displeases God?

The blessed life begins when we choose God's way over the world's way.

Prayer. 

Heavenly Father, deliver me from every ungodly influence. Give me discernment to reject evil counsel, strength to avoid the path of sinners, and humility to never join the seat of the scornful. Fill my heart with delight in Your Word, and establish my life in Your truth. Let my life bear fruit that glorifies You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Declaration Prayer Points. 

1. I reject every ungodly counsel assigned to divert my destiny, in Jesus' name.

2. I will not stand in the path that leads to destruction.

3. Every evil influence over my life is broken by the power of God.

4. Lord, plant me beside the rivers of Your Word and make me fruitful.

5. My life shall be identified with righteousness, favor, and divine blessing.

6. I receive the grace to walk faithfully with Christ until the end. Amen.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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THE SILENT KILLERS

THE SILENT KILLERS.

Text: "For anger kills the foolish man, and envy slays the simple one." — Job 5:2

Introduction. 

Many people think the greatest enemies of life are poverty, sickness, or opposition. But God's Word reveals that some of the deadliest enemies live within us. They are invisible, silent, and destructive. Among them are anger and envy. These emotions may begin as passing feelings, but if they are entertained, they become weapons that destroy the one who harbors them.

Job 5:2 is a divine warning: "For anger kills the foolish man, and envy slays the simple one." Notice that the verse does not say anger kills the person who offended you, nor that envy destroys the one you are jealous of. Instead, it destroys you.

1. Anger Is a Fire That Burns Its Owner. 

Anger is not merely an emotion; uncontrolled anger is a destructive force.

Cain became angry because God accepted Abel's offering. Instead of dealing with his heart, he murdered his own brother (Genesis 4:3–8). His anger destroyed his peace, his family, and his future.

Moses, one of God's greatest servants, allowed anger to control him at Meribah. Rather than speaking to the rock as God commanded, he struck it. Because of that moment, he was forbidden from entering the Promised Land (Numbers 20:7–12).

A person who refuses to control anger may destroy years of hard work in a few moments.

Reflection: What has anger cost you? A relationship? A ministry? A testimony? Peace of mind?

2. Envy Is a Poison That Consumes the Heart. 

Envy is sorrow over another person's success. It whispers, "Why them and not me?"

King Saul became envious when the women sang, "Saul has slain his thousands, and David his tens of thousands" (1 Samuel 18:7–9). David never stole Saul's throne, yet Saul spent years chasing him. Envy robbed Saul of joy, wisdom, and eventually his kingdom.

The elder brother in the parable of the prodigal son could not celebrate because envy had filled his heart (Luke 15:25–32).

Envy blinds us to God's blessings in our own lives. Instead of thanking God for what we have, we become miserable because of what others possess.

3. Anger and Envy Reveal a Heart That Does Not Fully Trust God. 

Whenever we become consumed with anger or envy, we are subtly questioning God's justice and timing.

We become angry because we believe God should have acted differently.

We become envious because we believe God has been more generous to others than to us.

•But the God who blessed Joseph can bless you.

•The God who lifted David can lift you.

•The God who remembered Hannah can remember you.

Your assignment is not to compare yourself with others but to remain faithful where God has placed you.

4. Christ Is the Cure for the Heart. 

Jesus faced betrayal without bitterness.

°He endured insults without revenge.

°He watched others reject Him, yet He prayed:

"Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do." (Luke 23:34)

The Holy Spirit produces love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22–23). When Christ rules the heart, anger loses its grip and envy gives way to gratitude.

Conclusion. 

Anger and envy promise satisfaction but deliver destruction.

*They destroy marriages.

*They divide churches.

*They ruin friendships.

*They steal peace.

Most tragically, they separate people from the joy God intends for them.

Today, God invites us to surrender every resentment, every comparison, and every hidden bitterness. Do not allow silent killers to destroy your destiny.

+Choose forgiveness over anger.

+Choose gratitude over envy.

+Choose Christ over self.

Then you will discover the peace that neither anger nor envy can ever give.

CF:

- Proverbs 14:30 – "A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones."

- Ephesians 4:31–32 – "Let all bitterness and wrath and anger... be put away from you."

- James 3:16 – "For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing."

- Proverbs 27:4 – "Wrath is cruel, and anger is overwhelming, but who can stand before jealousy?"

Prayer Points

1. Father, remove every root of anger and bitterness from my heart in Jesus' name.

2. Lord, deliver me from envy and teach me to rejoice in the success of others.

3. Holy Spirit, fill me with love, patience, and self-control.

4. Every emotion assigned to destroy my destiny, be uprooted by the power of God.

5. I receive the grace to forgive quickly, love sincerely, and trust God's perfect timing.

6. My heart shall be a dwelling place for the peace of Christ, and I shall fulfill my divine purpose in Jesus' mighty name. --Amen.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

SheepGate Evangelical Ministry. Join us on our WhatsApp page: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BsioVIQmwKW4jX6n6PcKGm?mode=gi_t 

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The Saviour who asked for a Drink.

The Saviour who asked for a Drink.

Text: 

John 4:7 – "A woman of Samaria came to draw water, and Jesus said to her, 'Give me a drink.'"

Introduction. 

John 4:7 appears to be a simple request, but it carries one of the deepest messages of God's love. Jesus was not merely thirsty for water—He was seeking a thirsty soul. The woman came to the well to satisfy a temporary need, but Jesus was waiting to satisfy her eternal need.

Today, many people come to the wells of wealth, pleasure, religion, education, and relationships, yet their hearts remain empty. Jesus is still waiting at the well, calling every weary soul.

1. Jesus Meets Us Where We Are. 

The Samaritan woman did not go looking for Jesus; Jesus was waiting for her.

She came carrying shame, rejection, and guilt. She probably chose the hottest part of the day because she wanted to avoid the judgmental eyes of others. But while people avoided her, Jesus sought her.

No matter how broken your past may be, Jesus knows where to find you.

Scriptures:

- Luke 19:10 – "The Son of Man came to seek and to save that which was lost."

- Romans 5:8 – "While we were still sinners, Christ died for us."

2. Jesus broke every barrier to Save One Soul. 

A Jew normally would not speak with a Samaritan. A respected rabbi would not publicly converse with a woman. Yet Jesus ignored every social, cultural, and religious barrier.

•Love is greater than prejudice.

•Grace is stronger than tradition.

•Mercy is more powerful than human judgment.

The cross itself proves that no sinner is beyond God's reach.

3. "Give Me a Drink"—The Cry of Divine Love. 

Jesus asked for water, but His greater desire was her heart.

The Creator of rivers asked for a cup of water.

The One who made the oceans became thirsty.

The Giver of life became weary so that weary sinners could find rest.

Just as Jesus later cried, "I thirst" on the cross (John 19:28), He still thirsts today for people to return to God.

Christ is still saying,

"My child, give Me your heart."

"Give Me your burdens."

"Give Me your sins."

4. One encounter changed her entire Life. 

The woman who came with an empty heart left with overflowing joy.

She forgot her water pot because she had found the Living Water.

The woman who once hid from people suddenly ran into the city declaring,

"Come, see a man who told me everything I ever did."

When Jesus changes a life, shame becomes testimony.

Guilt becomes grace.

The rejected become witnesses.

LESSON:

- Jesus knows your address even when everyone else has forgotten you.

- No past is too sinful for God's forgiveness.

- Only Jesus can satisfy the deepest thirst of the human soul.

- An encounter with Christ changes both your life and your testimony.

Conclusion. 

Perhaps today you feel like the Samaritan woman—broken, lonely, disappointed, or condemned.

Remember this: before she ever recognized Jesus, Jesus already knew her.

He is waiting at your well today.

Do not leave with the same empty heart you came with.

Come to Jesus, the Living Water, and you will never thirst again.

Declaration Prayer Points

1. Father, thank You for seeking me when I was lost.

2. Lord Jesus, satisfy every spiritual thirst in my life.

3. Every barrier preventing me from experiencing God's grace, be removed in Jesus' name.

4. Lord, transform my shame into a testimony.

5. I receive the Living Water that brings everlasting life.

6. My family shall encounter Jesus and be saved.

7. Every dry area of my life shall overflow with God's grace.

8. From today, I will become a witness of Christ's saving power wherever I go.

9. Father, use my life to draw many souls into Your kingdom.

10. I declare that my best days begin with my encounter with Jesus Christ. Amen.

Closing Scripture:

"But whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life." — John 4:14

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

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THE UNSEEN GOD REVEALED IN JESUS CHRIST.

THE  UNSEEN GOD  REVEALED IN JESUS CHRIST. 

Text: John 1:18

Theme: Knowing the Invisible God Through Jesus Christ

“No man has seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, who is in the bosom of the Father, has revealed Him.” — John 1:18»

Introduction. 

There are many things we cannot see but know are real.

We cannot see the wind, but we see the trees moving.

We cannot see electricity, but we see its effects.

We cannot see love with our physical eyes, but we can experience its power.

In the same way, God is invisible to human eyes, yet He is absolutely real.

John 1:18 gives us one of the most profound truths in Scripture: the invisible God has made Himself known through His Son, Jesus Christ.

Human beings have always wanted to know God. We search through religion, philosophy, nature, traditions, and human wisdom. But our greatest discovery is not that we found God—it is that God chose to reveal Himself to us.

Jesus is God's revelation to humanity.

1. THE INVISIBLE GOD. 

John begins by saying:

“No man has seen God at any time.”

This reminds us that God is beyond the limitations of our physical senses.

God is Spirit. He is eternal, invisible, and infinite. Human eyes cannot contain the fullness of His glory.

Moses once asked to see God's glory, but God told him:

“You cannot see My face; for no man shall see Me, and live.” — Exodus 33:20.

The problem is not that God is hiding because He does not love us. Rather, God's glory is greater than human beings can naturally comprehend.

Imagine trying to pour the ocean into a small cup. The problem is not with the ocean; the problem is with the capacity of the cup.

Our minds are finite. God is infinite.

Our vision is limited. God is unlimited.

Our knowledge is partial. God knows all things.

Yet the wonderful message of the Gospel is this:

The God whom we cannot see has made Himself known.

2. JESUS IS THE REVELATION OF GOD. 

John says:

 “The only begotten Son... has revealed Him.”

The word translated “revealed” carries the idea of explaining, making known, or bringing something into clear understanding.

Jesus came to explain God to humanity.

If you want to know what God is like, look at Jesus.

Jesus said:

“He who has seen Me has seen the Father.” — John 14:9

When Jesus showed compassion, He revealed the compassion of God.

When Jesus forgave sinners, He revealed the mercy of God.

When Jesus welcomed the rejected, He revealed the heart of God.

When Jesus confronted hypocrisy, He revealed the holiness of God.

When Jesus wept at Lazarus' tomb, He revealed the tenderness of God.

When Jesus went to the cross, He revealed the sacrificial love of God.

Jesus did not merely speak about God; He demonstrated God's character.

3. JESUS BRINGS THE UNKNOWN GOD CLOSE TO US. 

John describes Jesus as being:

“in the bosom of the Father.”

This speaks of intimate relationship, closeness, and perfect fellowship.

Jesus knows the Father perfectly because He comes from the Father's presence.

Think about the difference between hearing stories about someone and actually knowing that person.

Someone may tell you about a man you have never met. You may learn his occupation, his character, his history, and his habits. But when you finally meet him personally, your knowledge becomes firsthand.

Jesus came so that humanity would not have to remain satisfied with merely hearing about God.

Jesus brings us into the knowledge of God.

Christianity is therefore not merely a religion of information. It is an invitation to relationship with God through Christ.

4. GOD'S GREATEST REVELATION IS A PERSON. 

God could have written His message across the sky.

He could have sent an angel every morning.

He could have spoken from the clouds every day.

But God chose something more personal:

He sent His Son.

John 1:14 says:

“And the Word became flesh and lived among us.”

The eternal Word entered human history.

•God came near.

•He walked among ordinary people.

•He touched the sick.

•He ate with sinners.

•He spoke with the rejected.

•He welcomed children.

•He comforted the brokenhearted.

•He confronted evil.

•He ultimately died on the cross.

What an astonishing truth:

The God we could not reach came down to reach us.

5. JESUS REVEALS BOTH THE LOVE AND HOLINESS OF GOD. 

Sometimes people want a God who is only loving but never holy.

Others imagine a God who is only judgmental and never merciful.

But Jesus reveals the perfect balance of God's character.

At the cross, we see God's holiness because sin could not simply be ignored.

At the same cross, we see God's love because God provided the sacrifice Himself.

Romans 5:8 declares:

“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

The cross therefore tells us:

-God takes sin seriously, but He takes sinners seriously too.

-He hates sin, yet He loves the sinner.

-He calls us to repentance, yet He offers forgiveness.

-He exposes our guilt, yet He provides grace.

6. IF YOU WANT TO KNOW GOD, COME TO JESUS. 

There are people searching everywhere for God.

✓Some search in wealth.

✓Some search in philosophy.

✓Some search in human achievements.

✓Some search in religious traditions.

✓Some search through signs and wonders.

✓But John points us to Christ.

Jesus is not merely one road among many roads to knowing God. He is God's appointed revelation of Himself.

Jesus said:

“I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” — John 14:6. 

If you want to know the Father's heart, look at the Son.

If you want to understand God's love, look at the cross.

If you want forgiveness, come to Christ.

If you want eternal life, believe in Christ.

If you want to see what God is like, study Jesus.

7. THE QUESTION IS NOT WHETHER GOD HAS REVEALED HIMSELF. 

God has revealed Himself.

The question is:

°Have you received His revelation?

°It is possible to know facts about Jesus without knowing Jesus.

°It is possible to attend church without encountering Christ.

°It is possible to read the Bible without surrendering to its message.

°It is possible to talk about God while living far from God.

The purpose of revelation is not merely to increase our information.

Revelation demands a response.

When God reveals His love, we must respond with faith.

When God reveals our sin, we must respond with repentance.

When God reveals Christ, we must respond by receiving Him.

Conclusion:: 

LOOK AT JESUS. 

John 1:18 gives us a beautiful picture.

The God we cannot see has revealed Himself.

The invisible has become known.

The distant has come near.

The mystery has been explained.

The Father has been revealed through the Son.

Jesus is God's message in human form.

So when life becomes confusing, look at Jesus.

When you wonder whether God loves you, look at Jesus.

When you feel unworthy, look at Jesus.

When you need forgiveness, look at Jesus.

When you want to know God's heart, look at Jesus.

When you cannot understand what God is doing, hold on to what God has already revealed in Christ.

ALTAR CALL:

A man once stood outside a church building looking at a stained-glass window. From the outside, he could see only darkness and broken pieces of color.

Then he entered the building. 

From inside, the same pieces became a beautiful picture.

Sometimes life feels like that. From our limited perspective, we see confusion, suffering, disappointment, and unanswered questions.

But when we come to Christ, we begin to see the greater picture.

Jesus is the window through which we see the heart of God.

We may not see God with our physical eyes today, but God has not left us without a revelation.

He has given us Jesus.

Therefore, do not merely search for God.

Look to Christ.

Do not merely study the revelation.

Receive the Revealer.

And when you see Jesus by faith, you begin to understand the God whom humanity could never see with physical eyes.

Closing Prayer. 

Father, thank You for revealing Yourself to us through Jesus Christ. Open our eyes to see Your character, Your love, Your holiness, and Your mercy in Christ. Help us not merely to know about Jesus but to know Him personally. Let His life transform our lives, His love soften our hearts, and His sacrifice lead us to repentance and faith. May we reflect the Christ we have received so that others may also come to know You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

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IN THE BEGINNING WAS THE WORD.

IN THE BEGINNING WAS THE WORD. 

Text: John 1:1

"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." — John 1:1»

Introduction. 

Life begins with many things. A child's life begins with birth. A nation's history begins with its founding. A building begins with a foundation. But before there was a world, before there was time, before the stars, the sun, and the moon, there was the Word.

John does not begin with the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. He takes us beyond Bethlehem, beyond Abraham, beyond Adam, beyond Genesis itself, into eternity. He declares that before anything ever existed, Jesus Christ already existed.

This verse is one of the strongest declarations of the deity and eternity of Christ in the entire Bible.

1. "In the Beginning Was the Word" – Christ Is Eternal. 

John echoes Genesis 1:1: "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." Before creation began, the Word already was.

John does not say, "In the beginning the Word came into existence." He says, "the Word was." Jesus had no beginning because He is eternal.

Everything around us has a beginning:

- Mountains were formed.

- Oceans were created.

- Angels were made.

- Human beings were born.

But Christ has always existed.

Illustration. 

Imagine asking someone, "Who created the Creator?" The question has no answer because the Creator was never created. Just as the sun shines because it is its nature, Christ exists because He is eternal. He does not borrow life; He is life itself.

2. "The Word was with God" – Christ is Personal

The Word was with God, showing a personal relationship between the Father and the Son. This reveals the beauty of divine fellowship before the universe existed.

Long before mankind knew love, love already existed within the Godhead.

This teaches us that Christianity is not merely about religion but about relationship. The God who enjoyed eternal fellowship now invites sinners into fellowship with Himself through Christ.

Illustration. 

A lonely person may have wealth, fame, and success, yet still feel empty because relationships matter. If eternal fellowship existed in heaven before creation, then true life is found in relationship with God.

3. "The Word was God" – Christ is Divine

John leaves no room for doubt.

Jesus is not merely a prophet.

*He is not simply a great teacher.

*He is not just an angel.

*He is God.

•The One who slept in the boat is the One who created the sea.

•The One who hungered is the Bread of Life.

•The One who died on the cross is the Author of life.

His humanity allowed Him to die for us; His deity gave His sacrifice infinite value.

Illustration

If a king removes his crown to rescue a poor beggar trapped in a pit, he does not stop being a king. Likewise, when Christ became man, He did not stop being God. He humbled Himself to save us.

4. Why is Jesus Called "The Word"?

Words reveal thoughts.

Without words, people cannot know what is in another person's heart.

Jesus is called the Word because He perfectly reveals the invisible God.

When people looked at Jesus, they saw God's compassion, holiness, mercy, justice, and love.

As Hebrews 1:3 says, He is the exact representation of God's nature.

Lessons:

1. Trust Him Completely

If Jesus is God, then no problem is too difficult for Him.

2. Worship Him Wholeheartedly. 

He deserves more than admiration; He deserves worship.

3. Listen to His Word. 

The eternal Word still speaks today through the Scriptures. Ignoring His voice is rejecting the One who existed before time.

4. Receive His Salvation. 

John later writes that the Word became flesh and dwelt among us (John 1:14). The eternal God entered our world to save sinners. The One who created us also came to redeem us.

Illustration:

A little boy once asked his mother, "Who made God?"

She smiled and replied, "No one, my son. If someone made God, then that person would be God instead. God has always been."

Years later, during a terrible tragedy, that same boy—now a grown man—remembered those words. Everything around him had changed. Friends had left. Wealth had disappeared. His health had weakened. But one truth remained: the God who had no beginning would have no ending.

He knelt and prayed, "Lord, everything else may fail, but You never will."

That is the comfort of John 1:1. The eternal Christ remains the same through every generation.

Conclusion. 

John 1:1 answers life's greatest question: Who is Jesus?

- He is the eternal Word.

- He is with God.

- He is God.

The One who spoke the universe into existence is the same One who speaks peace into troubled hearts today.

When everything else passes away, Christ remains. Kingdoms rise and fall. Generations come and go. The heavens and earth will one day pass away, but the eternal Word will never cease.

Altar call:

Is Jesus merely a historical figure to you, or is He your Lord and God?

Today, bow before the eternal Word. Trust Him, worship Him, obey Him, and proclaim Him, for the One who was in the beginning is the same One who offers eternal life to all who believe in Him.

"The One who had no beginning can give you a future with no end."

-Kunle Solomon.

Minister.

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