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RT. REV. WISDOM BUDU IHUNWO

Lord Bishop, Diocese of Niger Delta North

Service Note

Preacher: Rev. Canon Gideon Nenrot Genka (Vicar)

Sunday 9th February 2025

First Service Sermon

Topic: Teach with your life

Text: 1 Tim.4:1-12, 3:15

Opening charge: Whenever you have an opportunity to worship and serve God, do it wholeheartedly.

1Tim.1-5 summarily urges is to be guided from deceptive spirits. Let the Holy Spirit give you discerning spirit.

Vs 6-10 emphasizes on sound doctrines. Stay grounded in the truth of the Gospel.
Paul explains that we have a hope, and our hope is not of this world

Avoid spiritual emptiness such as gathering of wealth, status and pleasure Remember that we are nothing but dust.
Where there is no commitment to sound doctrine, there will be spiritual immaturity. Self reflection: Are you here to grow your spiritual journey with God or just to receive from Him?
Those that are not grounded in scriptures will lose hope easily and become discouraged in life’s trials.

What must we do to grow spiritually

Study the word: Set aside time each day to show yourself approved, a workman that needs not be ashamed but rightly dividing the word. (2Tim.2:15)
Model sound doctrine in your little corner, at work and in school. Shine forth the light of God in your speech (seasoned with honesty and love). In conduct; don’t only talk it, work it. Say no to hypocrisy!!! In love; work for a cause not for applause.
Walk in faith: Trust God’s promises and confess only positivity.

Conclusion: Dearly beloved, In our purity walk with God, let faithfulness be our watchword, be persistent in the doctrine of Christ, be steadfast in imitating His examples and depend on His grace.

Preacher: Rev. Charles Onyebuchi Ibeh

Sunday 9th February 2025

Second Service Sermon

Topic: The church is the pillar & ground of truth.

Text: 1Tim.3:15

Opening charge: Be conscious of your behavior as a child of God.

The Church is an organized body of religious believers. It is the body of Christ with many members.

1Corinth.12:27 Apostle Paul called us “pillar”. We are that component body of Christ, God’s own people.

As a pillar holding the church, we should be mindful of what we do and what we say.
Effective functions of a pillar.

i) Faithfulness: When we are faithful unto the Lord as a pillar, the church will stand firm.

ii) Perfect character: Being perfect in character means us carrying each others burden. When we are perfect in our character there will be unity.

iii) Dedication: When we are dedicated to our duties, there will be growth.

iv) Determination: We should be determined to stay in perfect peace and unity.

1Tim.4:1 emphasizes that if we are not careful to remain as a pillar of the church, we are at risk of sliding into total rejection of Christianity as a way of life and our values as the body of Christ.

What does God require from us
Heb.12:2 Christ endured the cross for the purpose of God’s will.

As a pillar, make yourself available for God’s use.
Micah 6:8 “He has shown you, o man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”

Conclusion: Sometimes God might use you to strengthen the hands of others, be that available pillar. May God bless you as you do so in Jesus name, amen!!!

Preacher: Rev. Charles Onyebuchi Ibeh

Sunday 2nd February 2025

Second Service Sermon

Topic: True Worshipers.

Text: John 4:23-24.

Opening charge: Be conscious of your behavior as a child of God.

Characteristics of a true worshiper

Thankful Heart: 1 Thes. 5:18, Psalm 104
A True Worshiper always recognizes that all good things come from the Lord and is forever grateful.
A repented heart: A true worshiper Always comes back to the Lord with a repented heart after recognizing that he has sinned against the Lord.
Unshakable Faith: Num. 13:30, Ezra 14:13. A true worshiper knows the Lord that he serves and has strong faith in the words of the Lord
Humble Heart: Heb. 12:2. A true worshiper is someone with a meek and humble heart, always willing and ready to serve.
Prayerful heart: a true worshiper must engage and grow his prayer life in earnest.
Passion for God’s presence: Exodus 33:13-14, A True worshiper always seeks the presence of the Lord in whatever they do.
Having an Obedient heart: Having an obedient heart is an essential characteristic of a true worshiper, as he should always be ready and willing to hear and obey the words of the Lord.