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Year 2024 – Who will go? Jesus’ Call to Evangelism

admin — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 18:17:40 +0000

How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher?

– Romans 10:14

The call is great; it is one that has no end, and the call is life because the call is Salvation towards men. We love how the Bible captures it in the above verse, “How shall they hear without a preacher?” Who will go? A question for an individual, family, group of people or organisation that will say like Isaiah, “Here I am Lord, send me.”

Many souls await the word of life and healing, many may have not heard the word, there are those on the wrong path, many know the word, but do not understand, and many understand but do not want to accept. It is for these people that the call was made. But how will they hear without a preacher?

The call has therefore gone out. Who will go into the world to proclaim the gospel of Christ to the dying and lonely at heart? Who will go deliver the sick, save the oppressed, bring back the backsliding soul, restore the faith of the weak and show forth the light of Christ without being ashamed? Will you answer the call, not minding the trials and persecution, not minding the society?

The souls of men are yearning and waiting for the manifestation of the sons and daughters of God. The uttermost gift a believer can give to his neighbour is to bring his neighbour to Christ. We should not forget that the key to the kingdom of God is not in gaining wealth, but faith in the Word, accepting Christ and the baptism of the water and spirit (John 3:5).

God is looking for men and women like you and me for His glory and proclamation, we are his witnesses (Acts 1:8) because the Holy Spirit bears this witness within us, we are the sons and daughters of God (Romans 8:16).

Reasons we should answer the call: Will you GO?

The harvest, therefore, is plenteous, but the laborers are few– (Matthew 9:37). There are many reasons we should answer the call.

1. It is a command (Mark 16:15)
And he said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature,”

The command is to go; not to stay in our church or home. He said, “Go out there, move out of your comfort zone in search of the lost, spread the Gospel. Tell them about me, tell them I can accept them just the way they are. Heal the sick, raise the dead because you have the authority.” Ours is to do His bidding. To go forth into the world. If you love him, keep His command.

2. We are witnesses (Luke 24:48, Acts 1:8)
…And you shall be witnesses to me…

He has called us his witnesses; we have read, seen and heard of his mighty work, the sick are healed, the lame can walk, the blind can see, the bound freed, so he is saying take these testimonies abroad all nations, be a witness, speak the truth, speak what you have seen and heard, the truth is the living word of God which can save and bring the sinner to repentance, remember Christ sent out his disciples two by two, telling them to preach about his kingdom. Be a witness for Christ, answer the call.

3. Jesus is the answer, not just church
This point reminds me of T. L. Osborn’s book on Soul-winning, where he said:

“They will not come to the church. We must go out after them—out where they are so that Christ can speak to them through us.”

During Jesus’ ministry apart from teaching in the synagogue, he taught publicly, in an open space, seizing every opportunity that came his way to teach about the kingdom of God and call people to repentance.

Jesus knew those that needed saving were out there and would not come to church. It is therefore our responsibility as sons and daughters, as unselfish children of God, to spread the love of Salvation to them. Jesus went to the tax collector and sat with him, and other tax collectors and sinners came to him.

“For I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance,”

Would you not be so glad seeing a recent convert in your church on Sunday and knowing that God used you to save a soul? It is therefore our duty to go into the world and speak to them because not until we go out into the world will they come into the church.

4. You are anointed (Isaiah 61:1-2)
You have been anointed to preach. Yes, you read well. The calling to the office of a pastor is different. We have all been anointed to spread the gospel, to preach deliverance to the captive, recovery of sight to the blind, liberty to the oppressed and the acceptable year of God.

This is the reason we must go; people need to hear the Good News. The call is urgent. The call should be as important to us as studying the Bible is. The Word of God we read and study is not only meant to benefit us but also those around us who haven’t known Christ.

5. There will be joy in heaven over a repentant soul (Luke 15:7)
“I say to you that likewise there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine just persons who need no repentance.”

Wow! Imagine the joy in heaven over a repentant soul you led to Christ. Imagine God looking down at you smiling and saying well done for bringing this soul to His kingdom. What other things can satisfy you more than knowing God is pleased with you?

6. The nations are waiting for our manifestation (Romans 8:19)
The world is waiting for us to act, we should not be timid, they want to see what we can offer; they want to hear what we have to say; they await the revealing. Ponder on this, How can God’s will be revealed if we do not go, if we say it is not our business and remain comfortable, the earnest expectation of the creation eagerly waits for the revealing of the sons of God.

7. To lift burdens (Luke 13:16)
“So ought not this woman, being a daughter of Abraham, whom Satan has bound for eighteen years be loosed from this bond?”

Many people are weighed down by the burden of life. So many don’t have the will to move on. So many are covered in shame and despair. They await a witness to free them from the shackles of the enemy and this we can achieve only if we have the compassion Jesus showed this woman. The only way to show this, is to go out there.

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Embracing Eternal Life: Isioma’s Salvation Story

admin — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:18:14 +0000

The salvation stories series unfolds the depth of God’s love for us. In each interview, we witness the distinct ways in which God reaches out to meet us where we are, embracing us with open arms and awaiting our acceptance. In this particular interview, Isoma shares her personal salvation story, emphasising the significance of God’s constant pursuit and the gentle direction of the Holy Spirit in her journey from a conservative childhood to a university breakthrough in this interview. Isioma is an outspoken supporter of active evangelism and encourages believers to pray for the courage to share their faith, emphasising the need of both speaking and living Christ in today’s world.

Interviewer: Hello, Can you tell us more about yourself?

Isioma: Hi! My name is Isioma, lover of good vibes ! Actually, I’m a lover of God, his people, family, community, good food and great conversations. In my day life I work as a media planner and buyer.

Interviewer: Can you tell us more about your salvation journey?

Isioma: Hmmm.. my salvation journey is quite unconventional, I never really had those big experiences or that day or one moment, as most people tend to have. It has always been a journey of God’s continuous pursuit of me. I was born into a traditional “Christian” Nigerian family, so I went to Church as you do to avoid trouble. Then in secondary school (high school), I had my first confrontation with what I believed and I remember starting to feel the need to really seek God (It may also have been to being in a military boarding house where you had no choice but to cleave to the cross for survival) either ways, I sought God and found Jesus somewhere along the line. University was my final come to Jesus moment, for some reason I was always surrounded with women whose hearts were on fire for Jesus, so from my Day 1 on campus, I was invited to fellowship and despite my attempt to run away from God (because no parental control or boarding house ordeal, I was about to go see for myself what this world life was about). However, God dragged me by my edges through these women, many of them I unfortunately don’t have contact with anymore, but once again something grew inside me again that’s never died really, I knew in my spirit that I had to come, I gave my life to God publicly and finally in year 2 and God has been working with and on me on this eternal journey.

Interviewer: What was your life like before you accepted Christ?

Isioma: My life before Christ is a blurred mix to be honest, what I can say though is, in the seasons of my life I failed to acknowledge Christ for whatever reason, I can describe life in one word Empty.

Interviewer: What has been the most exciting part of your christian walk so far?

Isioma: I believe it’s the gentle leadership of the Holy Spirit, it’s like nothing ever! He leads beside still waters, he leads to green pastures, he corrects, comforts, provides wisdom, gives clarity, and sometimes he just listens and comes alongside! What an incredible gift!

Interviewer: Do you think active evangelism is super important? If Yes, why?

Isioma: Yes, it’s as important to speak Christ as it’s important to live Christ. It’s not one or the other, it’s not something we get to decide if we want to, First, it’s an instruction from Christ Jesus to us saints, go into the world. Secondly, if one truly believes the gospel, that Jesus is the only and one way to God, if one absolutely takes that as the truth, one can’t remain silent about it, it must be said, it must be seen, it must be lived.

Interviewer: What advice would you give believers who have not started to actively evangelise?

Isioma: I’ll say pray about it, a year ago I wrote in my prayer journal that I’ll love to evangelise. Fast forward today, and I’m part of Reconcile. A simple prayer goes a long way

Interviewer: Any last words for all believers?

Isioma: Love God but also fear God (i.e not fear that drives one away from dread, but fear that makes one come closer in surrender knowing God is indeed GOD)

5 Practical steps to sharing the gospel at work

admin — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 22:05:15 +0000

When you become a Christian, you are enrolled into a family and tribe that transcends dominions and kingdoms here on earth. You now belong to a family of God! (Ephesians 2;19). You are also a credentialed ambassador of the empire of Jesus, who is the High King of the universe. God has given to us the message of reconciliation, the good news that reconnects the lost back to God. When you go to church, you’re an ambassador for the King. When you hang out with friends, you’re an ambassador for the King. When you go to work, meet with a client, participate in a meeting, work on a project, drive a nail, create a blueprint, welcome a customer, or write a white paper, you’re still an ambassador for the King.

But many people are usually burdened with the task of sharing their faith, especially at work where there are many restrictions on this area. It can also seem very daunting, leading to different thoughts that are highlighted below –

Has God really given me this job to reach the people around me?
It seems like I’m the only Christian. It’s lonely and hard doing this on my own.
I see these people every day. What will happen to our working relationships if I say something that offends them?
I want to have an impact, but how do I start?

So then, how can we share our faith with our colleagues while maintaining a high-level of integrity about what’s appropriate at the workplace? Here are 5 brilliant ideas:

Show that you really care about people.

Jesus cared deeply about the poor and the heartbroken as shown in the scriptures, demonstrating his compassion in tangible ways: healing the sick, lepers and also ministering to their personal needs. In Isaiah 61:3, we are told that the Spirit of the Lord comforts those who are grieving and sorrowful, consoling “those who mourn in Zion, to give them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness.” .

As you deepen friendships with coworkers, ask sincere questions and truly listen in a spirit of caring as they share about their lives. When appropriate, tell others you’re praying for them. (Then make sure you actually do pray!)

Contribute on matters that relate to the gospel

Refuse to hide or play-down the importance of your faith. When it naturally fits a conversation, freely talk about the role your church, prayer, Scripture, and Christian community have in your life. Let others see the joy and purpose you find in your faith.

Be excellent at work

Paul wrote in Titus “In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching, show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us’ ‘ Titus 2:7-8 We should strive for excellence, mastery and integrity in our workplace. Don’t be a slacker or a poor worker doing things just for the fun of it or having a nonchalant attitude; be the person that co-workers and supervisors can rely on to do a solid job. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your father in heaven!

Hangout outside of work

This may sound a bit weird, but it’s something that can be done! We sometimes have after work socials and drinks where people socialise with others and build new connections at work. We can also apply the same for the gospel as christians. As you deepen your relationship with a non-Christian co-worker, invite her for lunch off-site or to a weekend night out for a movie and coffee. Being out of the workplace environment will set a more open tone as you talk and get to know each other better. Being off-site will also allow you more freedom to talk directly about your faith and to share the gospel.

Listen to the Holy Spirit

The HolySpirit has an important ministry which guides us into all truth. Your evangelism may not be as effective if you don’t involve the spirit of God to lead and to teach you on how to go about the work of the Kingdom. Be attentive to the Holy Spirit’s leading. When you’re unsure about whether or not to say something about your faith, check in with God. He’ll nudge you in the right direction and will give you the words to say (Mark 13:11).

God’s put you right where he wants you—he’s got a plan for you to shine his light in your workplace! So invite God to challenge you about bringing your faith to work. You may be surprised by how much can be achieved by your obedience.

Following Jesus is more than a religion

admin — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 15:52:31 +0000

We’ve often had people say that they don’t really believe in God or they are not religious, because they’ve never been given any reasons to believe in such a being or they believe they are good people. Even people who have gone to Church for many years have said the same thing – no evidence for God has been offered, so they just go to church to please their parents / partner / family or friends. But it means little to them because they can’t see that Christianity can be true if God doesn’t exist.

Following or believing in God doesn’t need to be forced down our throats because God has given everyone a choice. The hard truth is that believing in God does require faith. Since God is invisible and dwells in what is supernatural to us humans, we will never be able to physically see Him. God dwells in a realm that cannot be tested or quantified by science, we cannot get a final answer from science by itself. Thus, believing in God is ultimately a choice that is largely determined by our faith or lack thereof. Isn’t the miracle of life itself a reason to believe in God?

God is love, he wants to have a personal relationship with everyone who chooses to believe in him. God becomes real when you open your heart to receive him. Welcoming Jesus into your heart is one of the first steps to being a Christian, but how do you do that? Accepting Christ as your Lord and Savior isn’t as difficult as you may think. Yes, it takes some soul searching and dedication, but He’s there to guide you every step of the way. God’s gift of salvation is available to everyone who believes

A gift is usually something ‘paid for’ by another and given free of charge – no strings attached. We do not earn or deserve a gift, otherwise it would be a payment or a reward. However, when a gift is given, it only becomes ours when we freely accept it.

God gave us the greatest of all gifts. He humbled Himself and became a man (Jesus Christ) and willingly went to the cross to pay the penalty for the sins of the world so anyone who chooses may have everlasting life instead of judgement.

None of us deserves Jesus’ precious gift of salvation because none of us is perfect and that’s okay. No matter how hard we try on our own, we’ve all done bad things, carried awful motives and harmed others. The Bible tells us that “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23, NIV, emphasis added). Every human needs to be rescued from themselves. Receiving the gift simply requires what I envision as a turn and a walk. We turn away from our sin and walk to a life of FREEDOM – following Jesus.

When we choose to believe and surrender our life to Jesus, his blood cleanses us from all our sin. As we accept this gift of salvation, we are reunited with God. Jesus becomes our personal Saviour, and we can enjoy the blessings of being his child! Someday Jesus is coming back. He will take all the true believers to heaven and there they will live forever with God. It is my sincere prayer you will make that all-important decision today. If you are ready to commit your life to Jesus Christ, then pray this prayer:

“Jesus, I believe that you are the Son of God and Saviour of the world. I believe that you died for my sins and rose from the dead. I believe that through your sacrifice, I am a new person. Forgive me for my sin and fill me with your Spirit. Today, I choose to follow you for the rest of my life as Lord of my life. Amen.”

How awesome is that! Now what are the next steps?

Please fill our form on contact us page or call us on 07425483933 and someone in our team will discuss with you to explain the significance of your decision and guide you on next steps

God bless you

God wants all men to be saved

admin — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 11:27:00 +0000

The salvation message is the heart of the gospel and the most important truth to share with others. It is the message of God’s love for humanity and His desire to reconcile us to Himself through His Son, Jesus Christ. It is a beautiful and powerful demonstration of God’s love for us and His desire to save us from our sins.

As the Bible tells us in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” This means that God loved us so much that He sent Jesus, His only Son, to die on the cross for our sins. Through His sacrifice, Jesus paid the price for our wrongdoing and offered us the gift of forgiveness and eternal life.

In the beginning, God created humanity to have a loving relationship with Him. However, our disobedience and sin separated us from God. But God didn’t give up on us. He had a plan to bring us back to Him. God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, into the world to save us. Jesus lived a perfect and sinless life, and He willingly gave His life on the cross as the ultimate sacrifice for our sins. He took upon Himself the punishment that we deserved. Three days later, Jesus rose from the dead, triumphing over sin and death. This incredible event is at the heart of the Christian faith and gives us hope for eternal life with God.

To receive this incredible gift of salvation, we must acknowledge our need for a Saviour, repent of our sins, and place our faith in Jesus Christ. Romans 10:9-10 says, “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.”