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Advent Sunday First Service Sermon 30/11/2025
Preacher: Rev. Canon Gideon N. Genka

Topic: Sharing all good things; God’s heart for caring for the clergy

Text: Gal.6:6, 1 Corinth.9:11

Introduction: Advent means ‘the coming or arrival’. God came to humanity to serve humanity. Advent serves dual purpose in reminding us when He came as a baby and when He will come in glory.
What do we do then: i. Deepen our worship
ii. Serve others in love
iii. Proclaim our faith in the Lord.

In caring for the clergy, this is a subject that is both biblical and necessary. It entails the care of God’s servant, the ministers and all those that labour amongst them.
This is not a message of human opinion, not a plea of personal interest but it is a message rooted in scripture and it is essential for the health of the church.

The first part of Paul’s message shows that 1. Spiritual instruction deserves spiritual gratitude.
“Let the one who is taught the word share all good things with the one who teaches.” (Gal.6:6)
Sharing all “good things” means giving practical assistance, money, material things, honor, prayer and encouragement.
1. Sowing spiritual seeds, calling for material support.
  Paul asked a rhetorical question “If we have sown spiritual things for you, is it too much to reap material things from you?”
  This calls for the principle of reciprocity: Those who sow should not reap in vain.
2. Caring for clergy is not man’s idea. Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine. For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward.(1Tim.5:17-18)
  When a pastor struggles financially or emotionally, ministry becomes harder.
Why we should support the clergy:
- It prevents discouragement and weariness.
- It honors the work. Supporting ministers honors God and the work He sent us to do on earth.
- The church flourishes. He teaches with clarity, he leads with joy and shepherds with compassion.
Action point: Defend, encourage and pray for ministers of the gospel

Conclusion: It is not about enriching ministers, it is about reliving them from worry so that they can focus on souls.

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December 1, 2025
Sunday 30th November 2025 Second Service Sermon (Advent Sunday)
Preacher: Rev. Canon Gideon Genka

Topic: Sharing all good things, (caring for the clergy)

Text: Galatians 6:6, 1 Corinthians 9:11-14

Introduction
Spiritual instruction deserve’s spiritual gratitude,we are encouraged to share with our pastors not out of pressure but out of gratitude and this does not only involve money or material things, it also involves calls,prayers, support,care.
It is your responsibility to care for your pastors.
Do not allow those who feed you spiritually starve materially. Paul illustrates this in his everyday life
Caring for the clergy is not man’s idea but a command from God.
In Deuteronomy 18vs 1-5 the servant of the church, ate from the proceeds from the church because they have no inheritance.
1 Timothy 5: 17-18
The kingdom of God runs from the obedience of the people.
Why? should we care for our Pastors
- It prevents burnout
  . It improve spiritual warfare,
  How? Can we care for our pastors.
- Emotional support
- Occasional support
- Monetary support
- Defend your pastors against gossips.
- Practice patience with them, because they are humans
- Spiritual support
- Volunteer, allow them time for leave and break
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December 1, 2025
Mattins Second Service Sermon Sunday 23rd November 2025
Topic: The Blessing of Divine Visitation

Preacher: Rev. Canon Samuel C. Ali

Text: Genesis 18:8

Introduction
Divine visitation means when God steps into difficult Situations to Favour his people.
One thing we can learn from the story of Abraham and Sarah is that they showed love to people they didn’t know not knowing that those strangers they showed love to Were angels which led to them being blessed with A Son Isaac
There are things that as a person we can do for God that can avert what ever situation’s Troubling you.
God has an appointed time for every situation we are going through so wait for it, don’t give up don’t try to work it out with your knowledge.
How do We know God’s appointed time
1.Be Obedient to him like Abraham was.
2.Closer working with Him.
3.patiently waiting for him.
4.Always Remind Him of his promises: not that he has forgotten but to renew your faith in him.
5.Resist the Devil
6.Come to the lord with a open mind so that you can receive from him.
Blessings that follows with divine Visitation
- things will never be the same
- favour and Joy follow you freely.
- Protocols are broken for you.
- it preserves our spirit
- Shame and disgrace are removed.
- He changes your story and users in a new life style.
- The barren becomes fruithfull.
- When the lord visit you will never be in the same place.
- God’s promises are always fulfilled when divine visitation comes.
- All wasted years are returned.
  Hindrances of Divine Visitation
- Ignorance of what the lord can do.
- Ignorance of the word of God.
- Impatience
- Unbelieve
  Conclusion May the lord help us to never miss him when the visits us in Jesus name.
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November 26, 2025
Mattins Service Sermon 23/11/2025
Preacher: Rev. Jubilee Ogunka Igwe

Topic: At the time appointed, I will return unto you says the Lord

Text: Genesis 18:14

Everything on earth has a set time. There is a set time for blessings, but when we feel like the time is lingering we begin to fear.
Matt.24:35 “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.”
When God makes a pronouncement it will surely come to pass.
In Gen.17:16-17 God said He will bless Sarah’s womb and Abraham laughed just like Sarah did in chapter 18:10-15.
God is consistent in everything and at the appointed time He will bypass protocols.
Trust in God because His word is who He is.
- Can you stand firm in calling on this God?
  Isa.55:11-12 “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.
  For ye shall go out with joy, and be led forth with peace: the mountains and the hills shall break forth before you into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.”
For us to achieve all these we must
- Understand that God works in mysterious ways
- God proves Himself at the appointed time
- Believe in God and His promises
- Keep calm
Trust in God and you will enjoy your appointed blessings in Jesus name, Amen!!!

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November 23, 2025
Mattins Service Sermon 16/11/2025
Preacher: Rev. Canon Gideon Genka

Topic: Singing of the Lord’s mercies, declaring His faithfulness

Text: Psalm 89:1

Introduction: One of the greatest pleasures in a Christian’s life is the ability to praise God. The Lord is God in the good time and also God in the bad times.
The Psalm 89 tells us that praise is not dependent on circumstances but rooted in God’s character.

Nathan the psalmist reminds us of 2 unchanging attributes of God:
1. The mercies of God
2. The faithfulness of God.
  By God’s mercies we are not consumed and of His faithfulness we have been restored.
Lessons from the Psalm 89:1
i. Declaration of praise: Praise is a choice and act of the will. The Psalmist said “I will sing”. Whether in good or bad, he showed intentionality.
Worship is not determined by feelings but by faith.
- Praise is a choice anchored in conviction not convenience.
- Praise is a testimony that God is in control. When we sing in difficult times we declare to our soul that God is still God and He is unshaken.
ii. The content of our praise: Praise has a content and the content of the Psalmist praise is “the mercies of the Lord endures forever”.
- It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed because every morning He renews His mercies towards us.
- The mercies of God are eternal. Human mercy fades but God’s mercy is forever.
- Every miracle, every teaching, every act of compassion is the mercy of God.
  Ps.23:6a “surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life”.
Praise is not silent admiration but a vocal proclamation with your mouth. It silences the enemy and strengthens the church.

Conclusion: Be practical in your approach
- Choose to praise God daily
- Cultivate the habit of thanking God.
- Keep a record of God’s mercies.
- Remember what God has done.
- Speak of God’s faithfulness daily. Don’t be ashamed
- Mentor the younger generation. Let every generation hear that the Lord is good.
As you testify and inspire somebody today, may God’s mercy and faithfulness continue to be evident in your life in Jesus name, amen!!!

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November 16, 2025
Sunday 9th November 2025Adult/General Harvest Thanksgiving service
Preacher: Rev. Obarinee Charles Igwe

Theme: Harvest to press towards the goal

Text: Phillippians 3:14

Introduction
Apostle Paul from Prison wrote a letter to the Philippines encouraging them to forget the things which are behind and reach forth unto those ahead.
Form the passage in verse 14 “I press on towards the goal ” It is clear that God is calling you to a personal commitment to him setting back everything of the past and creating new goals that lead us nearer to him.
Pressing is a personal determinate pursuit and Without a goal we won’t know where to go.
When you press on you forget the past and move then when you look back and see how the lord has blessed you and be grateful to him.
How do we press
- Yield to the lord daily
- Stewardship
  The lord wants you to be committed to him serving him tirelessly and cheerfully. Conclusion
- Give as you are Blessed
- Don’t give at a lower level
- Give sacrificially
- Give what you have do not give to impress anyone
- Give yourself first to the lord.
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November 11, 2025
GOD OF WONDERS 2025, DAY 4 08/11/2025
Preacher: Evang. Sunny Okigwe

Theme: Pressing towards the mark

Topic: The power of Evangelism

Text: John 9:4

The goal in Phillipians 3 is about making heaven at last.
The goal in John 9:4 is about winning souls on earth. The primary reason why Jesus came down to earth is for soul winning.

Different ways Jesus evangelized back in the days:
- Lifestyle evangelism: Living the life of Christ without actually preaching it.
- Welfare evangelism: This involves catering for the welfare of people. Jesus fed the multitudes without complaining.
- Power evangelism: Jesus ministered by performing miracles through faith. The Bible made us know that the manifestation of power is the most remarkable evangelism of them all.
  Simon the sorcerer, a renowned sorcerer from the Bible who pulled influence because of his exploits saw the heavier manifestation of Paul the disciple and he surrendered to God because no power is greater than the power of the Lord Almighty. (Acts 5:12-26)
  There is difference between noise and manifestation of power. Power doesn’t talk too much.
  In Acts 3:1-8 Peter demonstrated this power at the beautiful gate. There are people who never believe the gospel until they see the manifestation of power. From that one act alone, 5000 people surrendered their lives to Christ (Acts 4:4).
  May the power of God be evident in your life in Jesus name, amen!!!
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November 9, 2025
GOD OF WONDERS 2025, Day 2 06/11/2025
Preacher: Evang. Onyebuchi Ubani

Theme: Pressing towards the goal

Topic: One thing I do

Text: Philippians 3:4-15

Introduction: Whenever you hear the word of God, look for the promises. In every scripture the principles of God is revealed.
In our basic scripture Paul said “one thing i do” but he mentioned two things:
i. forgetting those things which are behind and
ii. Reaching out to the things which are before.
Yesterday is in the past.
Paul might have had some ugly past just like all of us.
There are people that cannot move on from their past because it keeps hunting them.
He that the son of man has set free is free indeed (John 8:26).

Dangers of dwelling on the negative past:
- There is always fear
- There is always discouragement
- There is depression
  Both success and failure can be used as an instrument by the devil to destroy a child of God. Don’t be carried away. Take heed lest you fall (1 Corinths 10:12).
When you dwell so much on your positive past:
- Pride will set it. Pride is an enemy of God. More often than not, pride creeps in little by little without our conscious awareness.
- Overconfidence. This makes you to feel like there is no one better than you. He works in us to will and to do according to His good pleasure (Philip.2:13)
- Indiscipline. You begin to disrespect people.
Conclusion:
Don’t be a prisoner of the past. Keep pressing towards the goal which is heaven.
God bless you!!!

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November 8, 2025
Holy Communion/Covenant Renewal Sermon 2/11/2025
Preacher: Rev. Canon Gideon Genka

Topic: God of wonders

Text: Psalm 77:14

Our God continues to demonstrate that indeed He is the God of wonder.
The Psalmist declared “thou art the God that do wonders; thou hath declared your strength amongst the people”

Let’s explore 3 aspects of the wonders of God:
- The wonders of God is sovereign power.
  God showed the sovereignty of His power in Genesis 11 when He redirected human history.
  Never build a name for yourself.
  Sometimes God’s wonders are not in what He gives but what He stops from coming to you.
  At anytime we see our strength in anything, we put God aside. Allow God show His awesome wonders in your life.
- The wonders of God is life-giving power.
  Jesus revealed that He is the resurrection and the life.
  God brings hope out of hopelessness, where every humanity ends that is where divinity begins.
  Even though He seems to delay, trust His promise in Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you an expected end”.
- The wonders of God is limitless ability.
  His powers surpasses imagination
  He is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that you ask or think (Eph.3:20)
  The same God who was, is still and ever will be.
  Remember that He is able, He is sovereign and He can do wonders.
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November 2, 2025
Sunday 19th October First Service Sermon note

Topic: Fear not God is still on his throne

Text : Psalm 37: 1-16

Preacher: Rev Jubilee Igunka Igwe

Introduction

Many people come to church but the word of God Does not go with them the Bible says that as Christians we should put our absolute faith in God and Do not be weary when facing troubles but know that your faith is being tested.
As Christians we should not pay attention to what happens in the lives of other’s but put your focus Only on God believing that he has not forgotten you.

People may look down on you but only believe in what the lord says for only his words come to pass.
psalm 33 vs 4 For the word of the lord holds true, and we can trust everything he does
Do not give up for there is still a God working things out for us .

Conclusion
Call upon the lord alone when ever you’re in trouble.

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October 20, 2025

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