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“Edify one another”(1 Thessalonians 5:11, NKJV). The word ‘edify’ means “to build up, strengthen, encourage and motivate.” There are probably people in your life right now who need someone to speak blessing over them. You don’t know how much it will mean when you give them your approval and let …

In both the Old and New Testament Scriptures, we read about men called to work for God. They were servants of God. The creator of the universe continues to call men to work for Him today as His servants. Many serve as equippers of believers for the work of ministry …

Caption: Peter Collins Obeng We have affirmed that God has already prepared and laid up His resources to meet the need of every dimension of the believer’s life. In Christ Jesus, heaven is opened over us, granting us unhindered access to all the spiritual and material blessings available in God’s …

Jeffrey Williams is not a fringe voice. He is a NASA astronaut, former ISS commander, and one of the most experienced space travelers in history. After more than 500 days in orbit, Williams didn’t return to Earth questioning God — he returned more convinced than ever that creation has an …

“For I know the plans I have for you.” (Jeremiah 29:11, TLB). Sports psychologists have identified six recurring traits common to Olympic gold medallist champions. These traits are also dominant factors in the lives of those who succeed in nonathletic vocations. Let’s look carefully at each trait and see what …

Angels are involved in the administration and delivery of God’s provisions from His storehouse. Under the Old Covenant, God opened the heavens and rained down manna to feed His covenant people, Israel. Scripture indicates that angels were the agents through whom this heavenly provision was administered among the Israelites during …

“All Scripture is inspired by God. (2 Timothy 3:16, NCV). Perhaps you wonder, “Is the Bible really inspired by God? Is it true, trustworthy and infallible?’ The answer is yes, and here are three reasons why: First, it is remarkable in composition. It was composed over sixteen centuries by forty …

“Continue following the teachings you learned” (2 Timothy 3:14, NCV). Don’t chart your life’s course according to the opinions of people or popular culture. If you do, you’ll make the mistake that a farmer’s son made. The father sent the boy to prepare a field, reminding him to till straight …

“Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips.” (Joshua 1:8, NIV). God gave Joshua a big job: conquer the Promised Land and divide it up among the twelve tribes of Israel. He also gave him the key to success: “This Book of the Law shall not depart from …

Most people, especially Christian believers around the world, organize special watch night services on December 31st each year to herald the New Year. In Ghana, most churches organize what they call Crossover Services. But what exactly do we Christians have to cross over on 31st night. Certainly, it is neither …

God has already prepared and laid up abundant resources in His heavenly storehouse to meet every spiritual, physical, material, and emotional need. Everything required for life, godliness, and the fulfilment of divine purpose flows from Him. For God’s people on earth to receive what He releases from His heavenly storehouse, …

It is good that people express interest in Christian ministry with an aim to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. A desire for pastoral office is a step in the right direction. Paul describes it as a noble task (1 Timothy 3:1). However, people ordained into ministry must meet biblical …

“God… has given us a position in Heaven with [Jesus]” (Ephesians 2:6, GWT). For many years Dr Donald Grey Barnhouse pastored Philadelphia’s Tenth Presbyterian Church. One Sunday morning a twelve-year-old boy was transfixed after hearing him speak about the length and breadth and depth of God’s amazing grace. Barnhouse closed …

In the next few weeks, I trust the Lord to take you through a series of teachings on the topic above. We will explore various key points that will deepen our understanding and strengthen our faith. Specially, we will highlight God’s heavenly storehouse, the open heaven that grants access to …

“They found strength when they were weak” (Hebrews 11:34, GWT). A pastor writes: ”Around the turn of the twentieth century, a pioneering psychologist named Alfred Adler proposed the counterintuitive theory of compensation. Adler believed that perceived disadvantages often prove to be disguised advantages because they force us to develop attitudes …

Christians are not saved to do nothing; we must perform various duties of our faith, including trusting and obeying God, praying and fasting, witnessing Christ Jesus, making disciples, loving God and people, and living holy lives. However, in this short article, we want to focus on a very important duty …

“He felt sorry for them and healed those who were sick” (Matthew 14:14, NCV). If you’re wondering, “How can I be sure God is willing to heal me?”, read this: “A man with leprosy came to Jesus and knelt down. He begged, “You have the power to make me well, …

“I will lead a life of integrity in my own home” (Psalm 101:2-3, NLT) As a teen, Megan arrived home from school just in time to watch an hour of soap operas before doing her homework. She enjoyed the escape into the TV world and wasn’t aware that the programmes …

“Give all your worries to him, because he cares about you” (1 Peter 5:7, NCV). Is your mind besieged with fear and worry? Read these seven Scriptures prayerfully and carefully, and use them in prayer: (1) “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and …

“So from that day on they made plans to put him to death. Jesus therefore no longer walked openly among the Jews, but went from there to the region near the wilderness to a town called Ephraim, and there he stayed with the disciples.(John 11:53-54). Born again Christians have the …

“There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might believe through him” (John 1:6-7). “And many came to him. And they said, “John did no sign, but everything that John said about this man …

“A merry heart does good, like medicine”(Proverbs 17:22 ,NKJV). Solomon wrote, “I recommend having fun, because there is nothing better for people in this world than to eat, drink, and enjoy life. That way they will experience some happiness” (Ecclesiastes 8:15, NLT). If you’re wise, you’ll take those words to …

Donate to this Ministry “I and the Father are one. The Jews picked up stones again to stone him. Jesus answered them, “I have shown you many good works from the Father; for which of them are you going to stone me?” The Jews answered him, “It is not for …

“Let Christ’s peace control you” (Colossians 3:15, GWT). How much peace do you display? How well do you respond to the difficulties in your environment? Are you always tense or complaining? Is your space neat and organised, or are there huge piles of paper all around? Disorder can be mentally …

Donate to this Ministry We have been discussing divine healing, emphasizing that the Christian God heals diseases by prayer. There are clear biblical evidences of God’s servants being used to heal sick people who went to them in faith. For instance, under the Old Testament, we read about a Syrian …