Sunday Service (15th December, 2019)










TOPIC:   EMPOWERED FOR EXPLOITS: A REVIEW.
TEXT:  EPHESIANS 2: 4 - 10.
INTRODUCTION
From the first of January this year, we have had one reason or the other to discuss the theme for the year “Empowered for Exploits” 
LESSON
1.      WHAT POWER? When we talked of ‘empowered’, the question is What power?
-          Is it the raw energy like that of Anthony Joshua or Roman Reigns?
-          Is it the power of the tongue?
-          Is it the power of deceit… the cunning craftiness of men?
-          Definitely not the power of seduction or the power of position
-          It is not even the power of money
NO
-          It is power of God bestowed on mere man.
-          It is the power not to do as we wish but to do His will. Remember Samson, when he was fighting the battle of God, he could kill a thousand with the jawbone of an Ass, but when the same Samson rose from the laps of an accursed woman, he became as weak as any other man.
-          It is the type of power that Peter used in Acts 3:6 where he told that man at the beautiful gate, look, I don’t have silver or gold, but there is a mighty power that I have…
2.      WHICH EXPLOIT? I remember we defined ‘exploits’ as an – extraordinary deed or achievement – To the glory of God.  A thing is considered an exploit if it is an achievement that is not ordinary, done by the power of God, at His command and to His glory.  (See 1 Chro. 11:17-25 and see the three and Benaiah) (Also see Deut. 32:30. When one person chases a thousand or two put ten thousand to flight….) In Acts 9:10-17, there is an unsung ‘hero’ mentioned there, the man Ananias… “Vs. 10. In Damascus, there was a disciple named Ananias.…” It looks like the Bible is saying, there were other ‘professors’ of faith but “a disciple.” When you see Vs. 13. You will see something beautiful about Ananias…he knew about Saul, he knew he was coming to Damascus with authority from the chief priests to arrest all Christians and Ananias still remained ‘in Damascus’ and when the Word of God got to him to go and meet that arch enemy of the Gospel, Ananias went – he showed the love of God to an enemy….
-          Ananias was ‘a disciple’ probably in the midst of believers…
-          Ananias was ‘in Damascus in spite of threats from Saul
-          Ananias extended the love of God to an enemy
3.      HOW FAR?
Now, how far with you? Are you today where you were 12 months ago?  Are you still as evil as you were? Still a liar? Still a cheat? Still an adulterer? Still a drunk? Have you moved forward decisively positively? Are you now a participator in the work of God or you are still an onlooker?  Are you now a contributor to the Church’s finance or just a pretender? Are you still playing smart with God or are you now fully surrendered to Him?
Irrespective of the level you were last year, are you better today? HOW FAR WITH YOU NOW?
CONCLUSION.
Don’t waste this year of exploits, God power is always available, in the two more weeks remaining, determine to make a mark for God, go now and - do more than before
-          Pray more
-          Give more
-          Study the Bible more
-          Meditate more on God’s word
-          Be more timely
-          Be more loving
-          .........
If you don’t do it now, you would have totally wasted God’s grace of life that you have.
UPCOMING EVENTS/ INFORMATION
1.      Next week, Mr & Mrs Adedokun will serve in the Children Department
2.      Mr Yemi Alamu will lead the Workers’ Prayer next week.
3.      2020 Activity book for Children is now available at the cost of #300 per child. Please pay to Mrs Mercy Akanbi.
4.      HEAVEN’S LINK PRAISE CONCERT (SEASON 3), our time of quality praises to round off the year, comes up on Friday 20th December 2019. Pray and plan to be part of it.
5.      If you are interested in registering for National ID Card, please register your name with the Church Secretary at the cost of #300 per person.                          

MISSION COMMITMENT
Members are reminded of a monthly contribution of #20/person per month Mission’s contribution under the auspices of Ogbomoso Baptist Conference and #500/person per month CAN Trust Fund. You can make your payment to Mrs. Bose Ayinde.

HEALTH TIPS
Members who have interest in checking their Blood Pressure for free can do so after Wednesday Bible Study

BIRTHDAY/ WEDDING ANNIVERSARY FOR THE MONTH
We should not forget to felicitate with people celebrating their Birthday and Wedding Anniversary in the month of December.

AMOUNT NEEDED FOR THE NEW AUDITORIUM
As work continues on the new Auditorium, 400 bags of cement is needed now. Families are encouraged to donate.

BUILDING PROJECT ACCOUNT                        CHURCH ACCOUNT
Access Bank                                              First Bank
New Spring Baptist Church                                        New Spring Baptist Church
0697011767                                               2023699560

BENEVOLENCE
This Church genuinely cares for her members and is committed to seeing to their welfare. So, if any member is in a serious need and requires help, please do not hesitate to meet with the Church Pastor or the Benevolence Chairperson, Dns. Christiana Oketoobo.

PASTOR’S CORNER
The Bible in Haggai 1:7 says “Take a good hard look at your life. Think it over” (MSG) Therefore, as we round off the year 2019, we look back and do a quick review to see how well we (Church, family and individual) conformed to His will so far in 2019. Take a good look and make adjustments where necessary.

PRAYER FOCUS FOR THE WEEK
Pray for the Church’s Technical Unit, ask for renewed strength and wisdom for them as they manage the Church’s equipment

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
MONDAY:
Intercessors Meeting-5:00pm

TUESDAY:
WMS & Sunbeam-5:00pm

WEDNESDAY:
Bible Study & Prayer Meeting-5:00pm

THURSDAY:
Visitation Committee-5:00pm
Drama Group - 5:00pm

FRIDAY:
Choir Rehearsal-4:00pm

SATURDAY:
Royal Ambassadors, Lydia -3:00pm,
Girls Auxiliary-3:30pm
Choir Rehearsal-4:00pm
Sunday School Preparatory Class-5:00pm

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