The Secret Place of Power Text: Psalm 91:1 Theme: Dwelling in God’s presence produces true power. Introduction Power doesn’t come from positions, titles, or charisma—it comes from intimacy with God. If your secret life is weak, your public life will eventually collapse. The secret place is the womb where spiritual giants are made. Main Outlines 1. Understanding the Secret Place A place of fellowship (Matthew 6:6). A place of covering (Psalm 27:5). A place of strengthening (Isaiah 40:31). A place of spiritual empowerment (Luke 24:49). 2. Why Believers Need the Secret Place a. To maintain a strong relationship with God . b. To receive guidance and direction (Proverbs 3:5-6). c. To build spiritual resistance against the enemy (Ephesians 6:10-11). d. To live a life of victory and dominion . 3. Characteristics of the Secret Place It is a private place (God meets you personally). It is a consistent place (not once in a while). It is a transfo...

Topic: The Power of a Praying Church Text: Acts 12:5–17 Theme: A praying church is unstoppable, unshakable, and victorious. The early church faced persecution, but their greatest weapon was prayer. When the church prays, things shift in the spiritual and physical realms. Introduction: In Acts 12, Peter was imprisoned, chained, and sentenced to death after James had been killed. But the story changed because “the church was earnestly praying to God for him” ( Acts 12:5 ). This shows us that the destiny of a church, a nation, or a person can be altered when God’s people pray together. Main Points: 1. A Praying Church is a United Church Acts 12:5 – “Prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.” They didn’t gossip, complain, or fear—they prayed. Unity in prayer carries multiplied power ( Matthew 18:19-20 ). Application: A divided church is a powerless church, but a united praying church shakes heaven and earth. 2. A Praying Church Receives Divin...

Topic: The Call Text: Ephesians 4:11 – “And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers.” Introduction Every believer has a call from God. The call is not just about being in the pulpit; it is about fulfilling God’s divine purpose for our lives. In Ephesians 4:11, Paul highlights different ministry offices established by Christ for the growth and maturity of His church. This passage shows us that the call is not man-made, but God-ordained. Today, we will examine The Call in four dimensions: The Source of the Call, The Purpose of the Call, The Responsibility of the Called and the 5 ministry offices and functions.  1. The Source of the Call It comes from God, not man (Jeremiah 1:5 – “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee…”). Christ Himself gives the offices (Eph. 4:11 says He gave ). The call is not based on human ability, but divine choice (1 Corinthians 1:27-29). Example: Moses didn’t choose...

In the Name of Jesus Text: Philippians 2:8–11 “And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” Introduction Names carry power and authority. But among all names in heaven, on earth, and under the earth, there is one name that stands supreme— the name of Jesus . This name is not just a title, but a divine authority given by God because of Christ’s humility, obedience, and sacrifice. 1. The Path to Exaltation (v.8–9) Jesus humbled Himself to the lowest point—death on the cross. Because of His obedience, God exalted Him and gave Him a name above every name. This teaches us that ...

🌳 The Tree of Life – God’s Gift of Eternal Fellowship Text: Genesis 2:9, Revelation 22:1–2 Introduction : From the very beginning of creation, God planted the Tree of Life in the Garden of Eden as a symbol of His desire for man to live eternally in fellowship with Him. Though sin cut man off from it, in Christ, the Tree of Life reappears at the end of the Bible, showing God’s eternal plan of redemption and restoration. 1. The Tree of Life in the Beginning (Genesis 2:9) Planted by God at the center of Eden. Symbol of immortality, health, and unbroken fellowship . Adam and Eve were free to eat from it as long as they obeyed God. It shows that God’s plan was always for man to live, not to die. Life Application: God has always desired us to walk in life , not in death and destruction. 2. The Loss of Access (Genesis 3:22–24) After sin, man was driven from Eden. Angels with flaming swords guarded the way to the Tree of Life. Sin separates man from God and H...

Topic: NOT GIVEN TO WINE – A CALL TO HOLINESS AND EXAMPLE Texts: 1 Timothy 3:3; Titus 1:7 Introduction   When Paul gave Timothy and Titus the list of qualifications for church leaders, one repeated command stands out: “…not given to wine” (1 Tim. 3:3; Titus 1:7). This is not a casual suggestion. It is God’s standard for those entrusted with His work. Why? Because a leader’s life is not their own—it is a message to the people they lead. A leader’s habits either inspire holiness or excuse sin. 1. The Language of Separation The Greek word mē paroinos means “not near wine” —not lingering around it, not tasting it, not attached to it. It is not about “knowing your limit.” It is about setting a limit so far from danger that you never fall into it . God calls His leaders to distance themselves completely from alcohol to protect their mind, message, and ministry. 2. Biblical Warnings Go Beyond Leaders Although the command is for leaders, the principle a...

Topic: The Purpose of Trials in the Life of a Believer Key Texts: James 1:2–4 Romans 5:3–5 1 Peter 1:6–7 Job 23:10 1. Introduction: Trials Are Inevitable “Count it all joy when you fall into various trials…” (James 1:2) The Christian life is not free from hardship. Trials come in different forms: loss, sickness, persecution, delay, failure, rejection, etc. But the Bible teaches us trials are not punishments — they’re tools . 2. Trials Test and Grow Our Faith “…the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” (James 1:3) Just like fire purifies gold, trials refine our faith. Faith untested is faith unproven. Example: Abraham waited for Isaac, his faith grew in the delay (Genesis 22). Application : What trial are you facing now? Ask: “God, what are You building in me?” 3. Trials Produce Godly Character “…tribulation produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” (Romans 5:3–4) Trials train us to endure , and endu...