Sunday Service (22nd December, 2019)










TOPIC:    JESUS IS THE WONDERFUL COUNSELOR
TEXT:      ISAIAH 9:6-7
Isaiah 9:6-7 (NIV)
6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
7 Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David's throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this.
INTRODUCTION.
I heard the story of a renowned Pastor that was invited to a local assembly for a three day revival program, when this Pastor got to the Church, the resident Pastor, who felt that this guest Minister was not well read, somewhat ‘mocked’ him by telling him to make sure he preached his best sermons to his sophisticated members. The guest accepted and on the first day preached a sermon titled “Jesus, Jesus, Jesus.” On day two the sermon was titled “Jesus, Jesus, Jesus.” On the third and last day of the program it also was “Jesus. Jesus, Jesus.” When asked why, he told them he had only one message in life and it was just that. However, the church became transformed because then they all came to realize that all they needed in life was nothing more than “Jesus, Jesus, Jesus.” Today, we shall try to know better this Jesus, who is the Christ of Christmas.
LESSON.
·         A Child has been born to us and a Son have been given ….both human and divine
·         He is the One that will carry the burden of governance of the entire universe. For he will always be in control, in charge of affairs on earth.
·         His name is Wonderful, Counselor….
-          Wonderful means full of wonder…it also means – Astonishing….amazing… startling…awe inspiring ….awesome …marvelous … miraculous …. And extra ordinary…..
-          This Jesus of Christmas may look like ‘a child’ to many. A child that is unable to do anything for himself, they don’t know that He is the Son God and He is amazing….
-          It is ONLY His ‘Presentation’ that is ‘ordinary’ but they never knew that this Jesus is extra-ordinary….
-          He also is Counselor….and this means he is Adviser – but we Know that His will is our command….
-          We need also remember that He is our Counsel, our Advocate who pleads our case… He is the source of all Graces for us.
-          Though He may look like a child at Christmas but He indeed is co-equal with the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father …. He is all knowing and all powerful and He not only created all the is, He also rules all that is ….
-          This child at Christmas is also our Prince of Peace.
-          Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end. That ‘seed’ of His Kingdom on earth that was sown in Bethlehem and perfected at Calvary had and will continue to grow.... Growing physically and even internally. Though the forces of darkness may continue to raise opposition (Boko Haram, Al- Shabbab, ISIS, ISWAP, AL-QUEDA etc, there will be no end to the increase of this Kingdom for it is “…forcefully advancing….” Though God makes use of humans to declare His gospel, we need always remember that “of the increace….”? The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this.
 CONCLUSION
Therefore we need remind ourselves that, though he came like a baby that was unable to talk at Christmas, He indeed is the WORD of God. Though he looked defenseless at Christmas, He indeed is our Rock of Ages – our Protector. Though he may look powerless at Christmas, he indeed is the most powerful there is, for demons tremble at his presence, He is the almighty God….Never mix-up his presentation at Christmas with the reality of His being, though he came in humble, but indeed He is the King of kings and the Lord of lords

UPCOMING EVENTS/ INFORMATION
1.      Next week, Engr & Mrs Oyelakun will serve in the Children Department next week.
2.      Dns Christiana Oketoobo 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.      Adult and Children should register their names for National ID Card with the Church Secretary at the cost of #300 per person.
5.      Our POSSESSING THE GATES of the year 2020 Prayers hold between Thur. 26th to Sat. 28th December 2019 in the Church Auditorium. Time 5-6pm daily
                         

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
Jesus is the sweetest name I know…. His is the only name that is above every other name. It is the great gift given to us at Christmas but relevant for all of life. Hold tightly to that sweet name and your life shall never be ordinary again.

PRAYER FOCUS FOR THE WEEK
Pray for safety on our roads this festive season. Ask that every child of God be kept safe by God’s mighty hands.
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
MONDAY:
Intercessors Meeting-5:00pm

TUESDAY:
WMS & Sunbeam-5:00pm

WEDNESDAY:
Christmas Day Service @10am

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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