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Encounter For Rest Service, Sunday 22nd May, 2022||Pst Prevail Inegbenose

Topic: Redeemed From Foundational Curse.
Text: Rev 5:9; Gal 3:13; Heb 9:12-14.

In simple tense, to be redeemed means to be saved or delivered.
I did mention this during my Easter message titled, "Redeemed by The Blood of Jesus."

Today, I am looking at redemption with focus to foundational curse/ altar. Foundational curse is any form of affliction operating in the life a person that has it bearing from the origin or bloodline of that person. The power sponsoring such affliction is referred to as foundational altar.

Note that foundational curse and altar are usually the resultant effects of the deeds of our forefathers, Matt 27:25.
Hear this, every attack that has it's bearing from our origin or bloodline is foundational curse/altar.
But, the good news is, Christ has redeemed us from them all

1. Rev 5:9 tells us Christ has redeemed us to God by His blood. You will noticed it went further to say, "Out of every tongue, kindred...", which means out of every earthly origin, blood line, birth or nativity.
That is to say, Jesus has delivered us from every foundational curses/altar.

2. Gal 3:13 tells us Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law. The course of the law is the law of sin and death", Rom 8:2; 6:23. How did He do that? He was made a curse to deliver us from the curse of the law. Isn't that interesting that Jesus was made a curse; and tasted death to deliver us from the curse of the law? Read: Heb 9:12-14;

WHAT Are We To Do Now?
1. Always Declare Your Redemption, Ps 107:2. As you do so, you are simply moving the might of God into action, and simply bring your foundation into the knowledge of what you have become in Christ, so as to let go of you. Jesus said to Satan, "It is written".
2. Walk with the consciousness of who you are - the redeemed of the lord.
3. Don't weigh your redemption by material possession. Someone maybe saying, "if truly I am redeemed why don't I have a car, house or mega business." Redemption don't give you a pay cheque.
Pls watch the video on YouTube (Pastor Prevail Inegbenose)

I declare you redeemed from every form of foundational curse today by the blood of Jesus!

LearnChrist Bible Study Meeting, Thursday 19th May, 2022||Pst Prevail & Becky Inegbenose.

Topic: Godly Characters & Eternity In God's Kingdom.

Our focus was: Is Heaven Possible without Godly Character?

We began by looking at what gives eternal life and access to God's kingdom. We established from the scripture clearly that faith in Christ Jesus is what does - John 3:16; 5:24; 6:47; Gal 2:16; 3:26; Eph 2:8.

However, the question now is; if we say we have faith in Jesus, yet we are not demonstrating His attributes in our daily living; what becomes of our faith? To answer this all-important question, let's consider these biblical facts:

1. Matt 7:21-23. Jesus said, "Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father..." And when they probe why and recounted the wonder they did by His name; Jesus answered, "I never knew you; depart from me, ye that work iniquity."

2. Galatians 5:19-21. Here, apostle Paul was admonishing a group of believers in Galatia - Blood-bath, spirit-filled and tongue-speaking believers; he said if the works of the flesh is made manifest in you "I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God."

3. Ephesians 5:3-5. Once again, apostle Paul was speaking to the believers (not unbelievers) in Ephesus, he said, "But fornication and all uncleanness...let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints...for this you know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person...hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God." Read: 1Tim 1:19; Titus 1:16; 1John 2:4; Rev 14:12.

From the above scriptures, we concluded that a person may loose his place in God's kingdom on the ground of lack of godly characters, hence as believers God expects us to demonstrate them in our daily living.

PLS Ponder On The Following Below:
(*) A person's faith in Jesus maybe made void by the works of iniquity, Matt 7:23; Gal 5:19-20.

(*) Once saved is not forever saved. Walk out your salvation; avoid any form of ungodliness and walk in the fear of God! Phil 2:12; 2Cor 7:1, Rom 13:11-14.

(*)The purpose of grace is not only for us to be saved, but to also manifest the character of God here on earth, Matt 5:16. Eph 5:8.

(*) Don't wait until the last minute before receiving Jesus, ( in case you are considering the thief on the cross, Luke 23:40-43). You may not have that chance. Accept Jesus now and demonstrate His characters in your daily living.

God bless you richly, Rest!

Encounter For Rest Service, Sunday 15th May, 2022||Pst Prevail Inegbenose

Topic: The Weaknesses Of Money; part 2.

Text: Eccl 10: 19.

"A feast is made for laughter, wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things."

I did mention last week that money is weak. Below are some of the weaknesses of money;

1. Money Cannot Deliver in the Day of Wrath:
"Riches profit not in the day of wrath..." Prov 11:4.
"Neither their silver nor their gold shall be able to deliver them in the day of the Lord's wrath..." Zeph 1:18.
Hear this, when the wrath of God comes upon a man, there's no amount of money that can save him. Money doesn't avert God's punishment. The men in the days of Noah were drinking and eating, and marrying and giving in marriage - with all the money at their disposal, yet their lives were not spared from the flood.

2. Money Cannot Deliver in the Day of Death:
"They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches; None of them can by any means redeem his brother...That he should still live for ever, and not see corruption." Psalm 49:6-7,9.
In other words, money cannot redeem a man in the day of day. When the time comes for the spirit to return to God, and the body to the dust, Eccl 12:7; money can't stop it.

3. Money Doesn't Give Eternal Life:
I have searched the scriptures, and I found no place where it was said money secures a place in eternity with Jesus. In Acts chapter eight, Simone offered money for the gift of God, and he was severely rebuked. The only thing that guarantees eternal life is faith in Christ Jesus, John 3:16.

4. Money Doesn't Give Good Name:
"A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches..." Prov 22:1
Hear this, popularity doesn't equal good name. A man maybe rich and popular, and yet evil spoken of. What do people say about you wherever you name is mentioned? When a man is known for evil, there's no amount of money that can change that narrative.

Brethren, I leave you today with these tips:

(*) The destination of Satan and his cohorts in eternity is already defined - hell.

(*) Your destination in eternity is not yet defined; you still have a choice to make, either to spend your eternity with Jesus in God's kingdom or with Satan in hell.

(*) That choice of yours is what the devil wants to take away from you by making you to think money is the ultimate.

"Money is weak"
I pray for you, money will not rule over you, rather you will rule over it in Jesus mighty name. Rest!

LearnChrist Bible Study Meeting, Thursday 12th May, 2022|Pst Prevail Inegbenose

Topic: Godly Character - Using Joseph As a Case Study.

We did establish last week that godly character is a behavior/conduct that demonstrate the true nature and personality of God/Christ. And that every believer must manifest it in his/her daily living.

Today, we took a look at Genesis 39:7-9, and saw how Portiohar's wife set her eyes on Joseph to commit immorality with him. But he said, "...how then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?"

Hmmmm, we wondered how many men of this generation would react to this offer the same way Joseph did? Notwithstanding, we further noted the lessons to be learnt from the incident:

1. Every believer must walk in the fear of God, Deut 8:6; 2Cor 7:1. The fear of God is that little feeling from the inside that propels you to live godly.

2. Even in difficult times, a child of God must demonstrate godly character. There is never an excuse for any ungodly act. Joseph had so many reasons to have accepted the offer, but he didn't.

3. Every child of God must say no to sin no matter how enticing it is, Prov 1:10.

4. Every ungodly character, whether the society accepts it or not, is a sin before God.

Join us next week as discuss "godly character and eternity". God bless you richly in Jesus mighty name. Rest!

Encounter For Rest Service, Sunday 8th May, 2022|Pst Prevail Inegbenose

Topic: The Weaknesses Of Money (part one)
Text: Eccl 10:19.

"A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things."
Noticed it says, money answereth all things."

We live in a generation where moral values have been sacrificed at the alter of money. People have become so much money-minded that they openly indulge in corrupt practices to satisfy their greed for money. Money is also the root cause of thefts, murders, frauds and other social vices happening in our society today.

Now, what does the scripture means when it says money answers all things? It means money serves all purposes.

For whatever reason, king Solomon was bringing man into the understanding of what feast/wine can do and what money can do. He was drawing a comparison between these two factors.

Then, he says, though a feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry, they cannot provide all the needs of man, but money does. Man would need shelter, car, clothes, shoes etc; feast/wine cannot cater for these things, but money can - hence money serves all purposes.

However, that money answers all things, that money serves all purposes, doesn't mean it is almighty, it is infallible, it is worth taken up arms, killing, maiming or committing immorality for - to the extent of having it with dogs... No!

A bible commentary I stumbled into while researching for this subject, said something I found very instructive. He said,
"But money answers nothing to the soul; it will not procure the pardon of sin, the favour of God. The peace of the soul...is not maintained, with corruptible things as silver and gold."

Hear this, money indeed is weak! Do we need money? Yes, we do. But in our pursuit for money, we must do it as it is right with God, and bear in mind that money is weak.

To be continued next week, as I bring you the very weaknesses of money. God bless you richly!

LearnChrist Bible Study Meeting, Thursday 5th May, 2022|Pst Prevail Inegbenose

Topic: Godly Character, part one.

One of the aspects of our walk with God that needs urgent attention in our generation is godly character. Godly Character is a conduct/behavior that demonstrate the true nature and personality of God/Christ.

At LearnChrist bible study meeting this evening, we cited Jesus as our perfect example of godly character, as His life was a complete expression of it, John 8:29&46.
"Which of you convinceth me of sin?

Apostle Paul, on his part admonished; "Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity." 1Tim 4:12. Read: Phil 1:27; 1Pet 1:15; Eph 4:17-32.

From the foregoing, we established that godly character is required of every believer. But the big question is, why does it seems to be neglected in our generation?

In answering the above question, we considered the followings as some of the likely reasons:

1. Lack of Self-control: We live in a generation where the concept of self control is taken lightly in the Christendom. We no longer wants to take the pain to discipline ourselves to do that which is right. Hear this, godly character is developed through obedience and self control. Apostle Paul, as endowed with grace as he was, he put himself under control, 1Cor 9:27. In like manner, you and I must take the same measure to ensure we manifest the character of Christ in our daily living.

2. Wrong Notions:
- The notion that it takes a supernatural encounter with Jesus to put up Christ-like character.
- The notion that some sought of grace is required to demonstrate godly character.
Listen, Apostle Peter, while writing to the Jewish believers said,
"Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall." 2Pet 1:10.
Noticed he said, "give diligence." What does it mean to give diligence? It means to make every effort - personal and planned effort to make your election sure. My brethrens, all we need to live godly is to know how much Christ loves us, and not some sought of power coming on us.

3. Inordinate Desire for Pleasure is Another Reason for the neglect of godly character: The truth is every believer knows he/she is expected to demonstrate Christ-like character. But undue and excessive lust for the works of the flesh is our bane...

4. Lack of Understanding of Who We Are In Christ was Also Considered: The bible says we are heir of God through Christ, Gal 4:7. It says again that we are complete in him, Col 2:10. Now, if indeed we know this, will it not be a thing of joy to demonstrate the character of the one we are complete in? Listen, when men struggle to represent Christ, it only means they have not known Him and who they are in Him.

5. Lack of Knowledge of The Sacrifices Christ borne for Us: I strongly believe it takes the knowledge of the pains, tortures and humiliation that Jesus borne for us, for a man to humble himself before Him. Jesus was mocked, smitten and spit upon for our sake. Do we know this? Do we realize this? Have we allowed it to sink into us and determine our walk with God?

I pray for you, from this day, God shall stir up your mind to demonstrate His characters in Jesus mighty name. God bless you richly!

LearnChrist Bible Study Meeting, Thursday 14th April, 2022. Prevail Inegbenose.

Topic: "The Purpose of Christ Death and The Missing Link in Our Generation".

It was such a touching atmosphere yesterday on LearnChrist bible study meeting as we discuss the pains and emotional tortures that Christ borne for the salvation of our souls. To set perspectives, we therefore noted that:

1. Jesus came in the flesh; He laid down His life and died the death of the cross; buried and rose on the third day. By His death and resurrection, the power of sin and death was conquered and man became free. Read: Heb 2:14; 1Cor 15:54-57, Rom 3:23-25.

2. The salvation of man was paid for. God didn't just declare man free as being the Almighty. No! He paid with His only begotten Son, 1Cor 6:20, John
3:16.

3. The death of Christ is Substitutionary; in that He took our place on the cross; therefore, we are to believe in Him in return, John 3:16.

4. Faith is required to activate the redemptive works of Christ, Rom 5:2; Eph 2:8.

Today, Christ is seated at the right hand of the Father in heaven, making intercession for you and I; but many of us are still far from what is expected of us. What then is the missing link in our generation?

After a careful thought and deliberations, we noted the followings:

1. The first missing link is that believers seems to be focused more on enjoying the benefits of redemption rather than walking in the consciousness of the sacrifices that Christ borne. Jesus was mocked, spite upon, smitten, scourge, tortured and humiliated for the sake of our salvation. So, if we have these sacrifices at the epic center of our minds as we walk with God, our orientation and approach to this world would be a lot different. Therefore, we opined that sermons on the pains and emotional tortures of Christ be taught in our churches/homes.

2. The second missing link is the inadequate grooming of believers on the basic principles of the gospel. Permit me to say this; we have noticed how the children of other religious faithful are being groomed from childhood. The reason is to inculcate in them the tenets of their religion so that when they grow up they will not depart from it, and also to effortlessly walk in the obedience of it.
How much of this do we have in the Christendom?
Believers must be taught the basic of the gospel - the principles of the doctrine of Christ. Let us not neglect the milk and begin to feed on the strong meat; knowing that most of the believers today were not born into Christian homes, 1peter 2:2. Therefore, we call on the church leaders and parents to continually groom their followers/wards in line with the basic principles of the gospel of Christ.

3. The third missing link is the work of the power of darkness to draw people into hell. The bible says the god of this world has blinded their minds to the glory of the gospel, 2Cor 4:4. Satan is at work to ensure that men do not walk in accordance to the tenets of the gospel of Christ. And we must not fold out hands and watch him take people to hell. What are we to do? Intercede and stand in the gap in our secret places and pray for everyone who believes and everyone who is yet to believe for an encounter with Jesus.

God bless you...to be continued!