Matthew 25:1-5 [1] "Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. [2] Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish. [3] Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, [4] but the wise took … Continue reading “AWAKE! I REFUSE TO SLUMBER”
Psalm 106:13-15 NKJV[13] They soon forgot His works; They did not wait for His counsel, [14] But lusted exceedingly in the wilderness, And tested God in the desert. [15] And He gave them their request, But sent leanness into their soul. 1 Samuel 8:5, 7, 9 NKJVand said to him, "Look, you are old, and … Continue reading SOME “BLESSINGS” WITH ALL ITS COST IMPLICATIONS
by Hazel Straub No matter how many times you stumble and fall, you can always get back up. Keep your eyes on the Lord and attend to his sweet presence. Keep moving and he will help you, to continue your journey. Do not quit! With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us … Continue reading Get Up And Don’t Quit!
Affliction is a blessing. Trials refine us, pain opens our eyes to the realities of life, and sorrow tunes us into what really matters. And on and on through life, it goes. Traumatic and painful experiences actually help us be more aware and a part of the world around us. This morning we find that … Continue reading SEVEN WAYS GOD USES AFFLICTIONS & TRIALS AS BLESSINGS IN OUR LIVES
“But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” (Matthew 15: 24) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. In our Focal Scripture, Jesus whilst responding to the woman of Canaan, affirmed that He was not sent (to others) but to … Continue reading FROM NO TO YES
“And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou Son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil.” (Matthew 15: 22) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. The woman in our Focal Scripture … Continue reading BE DIFFERENT
Luke 1:5-14 KJV [5] There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judaea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abia: and his wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth. [6] And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of … Continue reading RIGHTEOUS AND BLAMELESS, YET BARREN
Imagine the night before Jesus’ crucifixion. He has communion with His disciples and washes their feet. He reveals that Judas is the one who will betray Him. He tells the disciples that He is leaving and they can’t come. Then, He speaks these words: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one … Continue reading As I Have Loved You
“3. Who had his dwelling among the tombs; and no man could bind him, no, not with chains: 4. Because that he had been often bound with fetters and chains, and the chains had been plucked asunder by him, and the fetters broken in pieces: neither could any man tame him.” (Mark 5: 3-4) That … Continue reading SPIRITUAL ARMOUR
(Understanding God's Prerogative) - Pastor Bimbo Animashaun In ministry, JURISDICTION MATTERS. You need to understand the boundary and geography of your call in order to stay safe and Iast long. There are certain things we don't "grow" into in ministry, no matter all the spiritual efforts and preparations we put in place. The sovereignty and … Continue reading THE PRINCIPLE OF DIVINE ELECTION!!!
The man that life will be unfair to is the one who does not care to know what is working for him, that if altered; things may start going south. This is the height of carelessness! There are three variables (3 Ps) that I reckon that we must all pay attention, to note their impacts … Continue reading The unfair Man: Three (3) Guiding Variables
There are good pastors and there are bad pastors. Just as there are good congregants and bad congregants. The good pastor teaches you to fish, he doesn't want you to depend on him. He wants to induct you into the "These signs shall follow them that believe" league. He teaches you to war, to take … Continue reading Good Pastors and Bad Pastors
If you have listened to any of my teachings, you’ve heard me speak about the love of God. That’s what changed my life. The titles, subjects, and Scripture references of my albums are all different, but I’m always teaching about some aspect of God’s unconditional love. I believe a true, experiential understanding of God’s love … Continue reading Look Who Jesus Loves
“When Jesus heard of it, he departed thence by ship into a desert place apart: and when the people had heard thereof, they followed him on foot out of the cities.” (Matthew 14: 13) <!-- --> That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. When Jesus left the city after the news … Continue reading YOU WILL GET THERE
A Christian member of Parliament in Finland is on trial, fighting for freedom of speech and religion in court on Monday because she posted an image of a Bible passage to social media which condemns homosexuality. Päivi Räsänen has been under investigation since 2019 for her Bible verse post and is charged with three counts … Continue reading Finnish Politician Faces Trial for Posting a Scriptures
One year at our annual Charis Bible College Expand Your Vision Weekend, as I was worshiping the Lord, I just knew in my heart that the Lord had entered the room. I didn’t feel it, I just knew it. I knew He had walked into the auditorium through the left front doors and right up … Continue reading Walking by Faith
2 Kings 2:23-25 KJV [23] And he went up from thence unto Beth-el: and as he was going up by the way, there came forth little children out of the city, and mocked him, and said unto him, Go up, thou bald head; go up, thou bald head. <!-- --> [24] And he turned back, … Continue reading “UNDISCIPLINED CHILDREN OF BETHEL”
DISCIPLESHIP IS EXPLAINING WHAT GOD HAS SAID Discipleship is all about explaining what God’s Word says about God’s desires for our lives as believers. Every generation needs those who will explain God's Word to the next generation. Not just the facts, but also the application. As the Great Commission puts it: “teaching them to observe … Continue reading THE DEADLY CONDITION OF EMPTY LIVING: IT’S THE BIGGEST TEMPTATION WE MUST AVOID DAILY
Joshua 7:11-12 KJV [11] Israel hath sinned, and they have also transgressed my covenant which I commanded them: for they have even taken of the accursed thing, and have also stolen, and dissembled also, and they have put it even among their own stuff. [12] Therefore the children of Israel could not stand before their … Continue reading “THE RISING OF ONE…THE SHINING OF MANY”
"And the LORD looked upon him, and said, Go in this thy might, and thou shalt save Israel from the hand of the Midianites: have not I sent thee?” (Judges 6: 14) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. In our Focal Scripture, the Angel of the Lord said to Gideon, … Continue reading THIS THY MIGHT
. . . in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6–7 <!-- --> Often we think of peace as a calm, tranquil surface on a body of water. Waves crash, … Continue reading Peace In The Valley
- Pastor Bimbo Animashaun We live in a generation where people handle privileges with light and levity such that the attitude of ungratefulness is enthroned. And Biblically speaking, this is one of the signs of the last days: Paul, writing to Timothy, noted: 2 TIMOTHY 3:1-5 1 This know also, that in the last days … Continue reading HOW TO HANDLE PRIVILEGES!!!
Matthew 7:21-23 "[21[ Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. [22] Many will say to Me in that day, 'Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many … Continue reading “ON WHICH SIDE ARE YOU? “
Psalm 106:13-15 NKJV [13] They soon forgot His works; They did not wait for His counsel, [14] But lusted exceedingly in the wilderness, And tested God in the desert. [15] And He gave them their request, But sent leanness into their soul. 1 Samuel 8:5, 7, 9 NKJV [5] and said to him, "Look, you … Continue reading SOME “BLESSINGS” WITH ALL ITS COST IMPLICATIONS
“And the LORD said unto Joshua, See, I have given into thine hand Jericho, and the king thereof, and the mighty men of valour.” (Joshua 6: 2) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. In our Focal Scripture, God told Joshua that He had given Jericho into his hands. Jericho was … Continue reading NEW TERRITORIES
I’m going to begin this by dropping a bomb: Sin is no longer an issue with God; we are redeemed! With that statement, you are either rejoicing, shocked, or confused. That is one radical statement, but one I believe I can back up by the Word of God. The message most people hear says that … Continue reading REDEMPTION
-Evang. Mike Bamiloye Matthew 25:14-18 NKJV "For the kingdom of heaven is like a man traveling to a far country, who called his own servants and delivered his goods to them. [15] And to one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one, to each according to his own ability; and immediately … Continue reading “THE GIFTS ARE NOT YOURS”
Luke 1:35-37,39-41 NKJV [35] And the angel answered and said to her, "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Highest will overshadow you; therefore, also, that Holy One who is to be born will be called the Son of God. [36] Now indeed, Elizabeth your relative has also conceived a … Continue reading “THE VISION CARRIERS AND THE VISION KILLERS”
I have to act like a billionaire’s daughter. Amy told herself once again. Trying to act like a billionaire’s daughter was exhausting for Amy. After all, she lived on the streets and was hopelessly in debt. Amy ended every day in frustration, feeling like such a failure. Try as hard as she might, she just … Continue reading Short Story: The Billionaire’s Daughter
Judges 16:1-3 KJV [1] Then went Samson to Gaza, and saw there an harlot, and went in unto her. [2] And it was told the Gazites, saying, Samson is come hither. And they compassed him in, and laid wait for him all night in the gate of the city, and were quiet all the night, … Continue reading ANOINTED BUT FILTHY: The Ironies of a Minister’s Life”l
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