Title April 2020

DO NOT INVOLVE EMOTIONS IN GIVING TO GOD

 

“Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. But a poor widow came and put in two very small copper coins, worth only a few cents.”
—Mark 12:41–42 (NIV)

The greatest and most precious offering before God is our lives. When we offer our lives to Him by believing in His Son Jesus Christ, renouncing the world, living according to His commands, and working for His kingdom, that becomes the highest form of offering—more pleasing than our material possessions. This offering of life comes with unmatched rewards. The greatest reward is eternal life, meaning to live forever beyond this present life. You give your 80, 90, or even 100 earthly years—and receive in return eternity, a life of endless joy with no aging, suffering, hardship, or pain.

That’s why it is crucial to offer our lives to God. Because even God’s greatest offering to us was His Son’s life. Therefore, the greatest offering we can give in return is our own life.

Still, another important offering is that of our possessions. When we give our wealth for the sake of God, we create a bridge for blessings even in this life. Many people ask, “How much should I give to God?” The answer is anything that is without blemish.

“But when you offer blind animals for sacrifice, is that not wrong? When you sacrifice lame or diseased animals, is that not wrong? Try offering them to your governor! Would he be pleased with you? Would he accept you?” says the Lord Almighty.
—Malachi 1:8 (NIV)

A blemished offering means giving something faulty or deficient. Offering such to God is disrespectful. The Creator of the stars and heavens does not deserve leftovers—He deserves the very best.

An example of a blemished offering: You earn 200,000 shillings but give only 1,000 to the God who gave you breath. The rest you use for personal development. That is a blemished offering.

An unblemished offering: You earn 5,000 shillings and give God 2,000, 3,000, 4,000, or even the whole 5,000. Two people might give the same amount, but one’s gift could be blemished if it doesn’t align with their income level.

Now, here’s an important lesson: Don’t involve emotions in giving. Many feel pity for themselves or others when giving. But in God’s economy, there is no room for emotional excuses.

If you’ve planned to give all your 5,000 shillings to God, go ahead and give it. Don’t start feeling sorry for yourself, asking, “What will I eat? What will I be left with?” If you’re driven by pity, it’s better not to give at all. In giving to God, there are no emotions—you either give or you don’t.

Abraham didn’t let emotions stop him when he offered his son Isaac (Genesis 22). Though he could have refused, he obeyed, overcoming his emotions.

Likewise, when Elijah met the widow of Zarephath, he told her:

“But first make a small loaf of bread for me from what you have and bring it to me, and then make something for yourself and your son.”
—1 Kings 17:13 (NIV)

He didn’t start by pitying her. The widow had two choices: to feed herself and her son or listen to God’s prophet. She chose to deny her emotions—and we know the outcome: “The jar of flour was not used up and the jug of oil did not run dry” (1 Kings 17:16).

You might say that was the Old Testament where people were under strict laws. But what about the New Testament?

Let’s read again:

“Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. But a poor widow came and put in two very small copper coins, worth only a few cents.
Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, ‘Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others.
They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on.’”
—Mark 12:41–44 (NIV)

Jesus was watching this woman closely. She had only two small coins—her entire livelihood. Yet Jesus did not stop her, didn’t say, “Old woman, keep your last coins and buy food.” No, He let her give. Why? Because giving has nothing to do with emotion, nor with your current state or your future needs.

Even when God gave us Jesus, He didn’t stop to feel emotional about His Son being beaten, stripped, crucified—an innocent Son. But He gave Him anyway:

“He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?”
—Romans 8:32 (NIV)

So, when giving to God, do not pity yourself. If you have a heart of pity, it’s better not to give at all. Use that money for something else. But if you’ve purposed to give it to God, don’t start looking at your condition—whether you have a house, food, or clothing. Don’t assume your emotional condition touches God.

If God wasn’t moved by the poor, elderly widow who had no husband and gave her last two coins, then don’t think your problems are too big for Him to ignore. You’re only deceiving yourself and blocking your own blessings.

Don’t let Satan blind you by reminding you of all your needs just so you withhold your giving. If such thoughts come—reject them in Jesus’ Name!

But in all this, we know that the end with God is always good. Isaac didn’t die—he was blessed. The widow in Elijah’s time didn’t starve—she was full during the drought. The New Testament widow was honored by Jesus Himself, and though Scripture doesn’t say what happened next, we can be sure she was blessed, because the Lord made her gift known publicly.

That’s the power of giving to God without involving emotions. But if you listen to the devil and honor your emotions, you will get nothing—you’ll end up thinking that God is heartless and only drains people.

The Lord bless you abundantly.

Finally, if you’re not yet saved, what are you waiting for? Will you die in sin and go to hell? Be left behind during the rapture? Or face the great tribulation?

I urge you—give your life to Christ. These are the last days. This is not the time for religious pride or denominational boasting. The very religious systems and denominations will help form the mark of the beast, when no one will be able to buy or sell unless they have it (Revelation 13:16–17).

Share this message with others, and if you would like to receive these teachings by email or WhatsApp, send a message using the comment box below or call this number:
📞 +255 789001312

Join our WhatsApp Channel
👉 [Click here to join]

 

Print this post

ON THAT DAY THEY WILL SAY, “THIS IS THE LORD WE HAVE WAITED FOR”

 

  • Isaiah 25:8-9
    “He will swallow up death forever. The Sovereign LORD will wipe away the tears from all faces; he will remove his people’s disgrace from all the earth. The LORD has spoken.
    9 In that day they will say, ‘Surely this is our God; we trusted in him, and he saved us. This is the LORD, we trusted in him; let us rejoice and be glad in his salvation.’” (NIV)

There is a time coming when we shall see Christ face to face for the very first time—on a specific day, a certain month, and a particular year. On that day, we shall hear the trumpet of God. But this trumpet will not be heard by everyone—it is reserved for those who have been patiently waiting for Him.

That day may come in the morning where you are, just as the sun is rising and birds are chirping in their nests. You might be brushing your teeth or preparing to go to church. Suddenly, you’ll begin to notice strange changes in the sky. You’ll hear a beautiful sound of a trumpet coming from a great distance. You might wonder, “What is this?”

As your mind tries to make sense of it, you’ll witness something even more astonishing: countless graves will open up, and the dead will rise. You will recognize some of them, while others will be unknown to you.

You might think you are seeing a vision—because you’ll be the only one witnessing these events. No one else around you will be seeing them. At that moment, the resurrected ones will begin approaching you joyfully, telling you, “This is the day we have been waiting for all these years. Finally, it has come!”

And while you are still overwhelmed with joy, you’ll see a multitude of angels in the sky coming with the Lord—our Lord Jesus. Instantly, your body will be transformed into a heavenly, glorified body—radiant and shining. Without delay, you will begin to rise, leaving the earth for the very first time, ascending quickly toward Jesus, the King of kings.

Then we shall all meet Him in the air as He waits with a smile full of supernatural love. Imagine the joy you will experience when you see Jesus for the very first time—His face that you have longed to behold. Then the Scripture will be fulfilled:

Isaiah 25:9
“In that day they will say, ‘Surely this is our God; we trusted in him, and he saved us. This is the LORD, we trusted in him; let us rejoice and be glad in his salvation.’”

Now remember—while you are experiencing all this, for those remaining on the earth, it will happen in the blink of an eye. They will only notice that you are gone. They won’t hear the trumpet or see the opening of graves.

Because so few will be raptured, the world will hardly notice. News will report that some people are missing, but they will expect them to be found. Life will go on as usual, as people unknowingly head into the Great Tribulation under the Antichrist.

1 Thessalonians 4:15-18
“According to the Lord’s word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep.
16 For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first.
17 After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever.
18 Therefore encourage one another with these words.”

As we are taken by the host of angels to the heavenly home prepared by Jesus for over 2000 years—a place of indescribable joy—those left behind will begin experiencing the Great Tribulation, such as has never occurred before.

We may miss many things, but we must not miss that day of the rapture.

The rapture is very near, dear one. It is shocking that some still ignore the message of salvation. Will you wait until that day comes suddenly in order to believe? Just like the sudden onset of the coronavirus shocked the world and proved how quickly things can change, so will the rapture occur—and the Tribulation begin!

Repent of your sins today. Receive Jesus into your life. Be baptized in the correct way—by immersion in much water in the name of Jesus Christ, as written in:

Acts 2:38
“Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.’”

Then live your life as one who is waiting for Christ. So that on that day, you too will be among those who are caught up by the Lord.

We don’t have much time left on this earth. The harvest is ripe, according to Scripture. At any moment, God’s judgment will begin, as we already see signs of its approach today. If you’re still waiting for more signs to believe, you risk entering the Great Tribulation. And when you finally ask about the rapture, you will be told: “The rapture happened long ago!”

So repent today and be baptized.

May the Lord bless you.

Please share this good news with others, and if you’d like to receive these teachings through email or WhatsApp, send us a message in the comment box below or call +255 789001312.

Join our channel by clicking here >> WHATSAPP

 

 

Print this post

WE HAVE A DUTY TO PRAY DEEPLY FOR ONE ANOTHER

 

Blessed be the name of the Lord Jesus. Welcome as we study the Word of God.

The Bible says in James 5:16:

“Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”

This means that when we intercede for one another, an additional grace descends upon us… (God releases healing). When we plead with the Lord to have mercy on us and on others, we open a wide channel through which the one we are praying for can be healed—and we ourselves also receive healing, while a multitude of sins is covered.

“Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.”
James 5:20 (KJV)

Let us reflect on the story of Sodom and Gomorrah.
As many of us know, before God rained fire from heaven to destroy those cities, He first revealed His intentions to Abraham. And we know what Abraham did… Even though he knew that Sodom and Gomorrah were morally decayed, he did not accuse them before God. Instead, he sought a way to rescue them from God’s wrath.

He began by asking God whether He would still destroy the righteous along with the wicked if fifty righteous people were found. And as we know, the Lord replied that if He found fifty righteous ones, He would not destroy the cities. Abraham continued to intercede, reducing the number until it reached ten. Yet God’s response remained the same: if there were ten righteous people, the cities would be spared.

Genesis 18:23-33
23 And Abraham drew near, and said, Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked?
24 Peradventure there be fifty righteous within the city: wilt thou also destroy and not spare the place for the fifty righteous that are therein?
25 That be far from thee to do after this manner, to slay the righteous with the wicked: and that the righteous should be as the wicked, that be far from thee: Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?
…
32 And he said, Oh let not the Lord be angry, and I will speak yet but this once: Peradventure ten shall be found there. And he said, I will not destroy it for ten’s sake.
33 And the Lord went his way, as soon as he had left communing with Abraham: and Abraham returned unto his place.

But we see that Abraham stopped at the number ten. Now ask yourself: what if he had gone lower, maybe to five—or even one? Perhaps those cities would still be standing today. Because within those cities, there was one righteous man—Lot.

But because Abraham didn’t know this, he assumed that surely there must be at least ten righteous people. He believed that, without doubt, there would be at least a few thousand righteous. So he left God’s presence in peace, thinking he had succeeded in saving Sodom and Gomorrah through his intercession. However, he didn’t know that only one righteous man remained—his nephew Lot.

Then in the morning, Abraham rose and saw thick smoke rising from the east—this deeply grieved him.

Had Abraham known there was only one righteous man in the whole region, he would not have stopped pleading. He would not have ended at ten; he would have pleaded down to one person and would have spoken to God on behalf of that one righteous man—so that the entire city might be spared. A solution would have been found right there.

What we learn from this is that we must pray for one another deeply, not superficially! We shouldn’t assume that things are fine with our brothers and sisters, with our community, or even with our nation. Things are not as peaceful as we think. So if we don’t engage in deep intercession—crying out for mercy and grace—destruction may come upon us and our brethren suddenly.

James 5:16
“Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”

Job was a righteous man, yet he never stopped interceding for his children. In the same way, we as the Church of Christ must pray for one another—sometimes even mentioning names—so that God not only heals us but extends mercy to entire communities.

May the Lord bless us and help us

 

Print this post

WHO CAN SEPARATE US FROM THE LOVE OF CHRIST?

Romans 8:35 – “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?”

At first glance, it might seem that this verse is asking: “What could make us stop loving Jesus or abandon Him—trouble, hardship, famine, suffering, or danger?” However, this is not the correct interpretation. The Apostle Paul, inspired by the Holy Spirit, did not write this verse to suggest that our love for Christ could fail due to life’s trials.

The true meaning of this verse is:
“Who or what can make us cease to be loved by Christ or be rejected by Him? Shall hunger, suffering, hardship, nakedness, danger, or the sword?”

Notice carefully: the love mentioned here is Christ’s love for us, not our love for Him. Paul assures us that no matter the circumstances—be it hunger, trials, persecution, or danger—Christ cannot abandon, reject, or hate us. He remains with us to comfort, guide, and uphold us through every trial.

As the Psalmist declares:

Psalm 23:4-6 – “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”

Thus, if we have trusted in Christ, we can rest in the knowledge that His love has been poured out upon us. Nothing in life—trials, hardships, or enemies—can separate us from His love. While challenges are placed before us to test and strengthen our faith, Christ has promised to be with us and grant us victory.

But what if you haven’t received Christ yet?
If you haven’t accepted Jesus, you are outside this love—outside the door. Christ cannot be on your side because you do not yet believe or desire Him. Today, He calls you. Do not harden your heart.

What must you do?
Decide today to be saved. Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and Savior of your life, and then repent—meaning turn away from all sin and wrongdoing that displeases God.

If you were involved in sexual immorality, renounce it.

If you were stealing, stop.

If you were committing murder or other sins, turn away.

True repentance is demonstrated by action. When you genuinely repent, God is ready to show mercy and forgive all your past sins, corruption, and offenses.

Peace from God enters your heart as a result of this forgiveness—a supernatural peace that confirms your salvation. This peace is evidence of God’s pardon.

To maintain this peace, seek biblical water baptism promptly:

Baptism should be full immersion, as in John 3:23.

Baptism is performed in the name of Jesus Christ, following the pattern in Acts 2:38, Acts 8:16, Acts 10:48, and Acts 19:5.

This invokes the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Through baptism, the love of Christ is secured within you, so that even in trials, suffering, or success, His love remains unshakable and protects you until the very end.

May the Lord bless you.

Please share this good news with others. If you would like, we can also send these daily lessons via email or WhatsApp. Contact us at +255 789001312.

 

 

 

 

 

Print this post

What Made Abraham Willing to Offer His Son as a Sacrifice?

Let’s Learn from the Bible

The account of Abraham’s willingness to offer his son Isaac as a burnt offering is one of the most challenging and heroic acts recorded in Scripture. It was such a profound test that it required extraordinary faith to even consider obeying God in such a way.

Imagine yourself in Abraham’s position: you are told to offer your firstborn son as a burnt sacrifice. At that time, a burnt offering involved taking an animal—often a goat or lamb—slaughtering it, cutting it into pieces, placing it on an altar made of stones and wood, and then lighting a fire until it was completely consumed. The aroma of the burnt offering filled the air.

Now, imagine your son is the one to be offered. You hold him, he asks what you are about to do, tears well up in his eyes, and yet you proceed to cut him and place him on the altar, burning him completely. What would your state of mind be? Surely, this would be unbearable for any parent.

But for Abraham, this was somehow manageable. How could that be? The secret lies in his faith, which is revealed in the book of Hebrews:

“By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac, and he who had received the promises was in the act of offering up his only son; it was he to whom it was said, ‘In Isaac shall your offspring be named,’ concluding that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead; from which he received him in a figurative sense.”
— Hebrews 11:17-19 (ESV)

Notice verse 19: the key is that Abraham considered that God could raise Isaac from the dead, even after he was sacrificed. Abraham trusted that the same God who gave him a miraculous child in his old age could restore Isaac if necessary.

It was this faith—the belief in God’s power to reverse the impossible—that made Abraham able to obey without hesitation. He counted obedience to God as more important than his own emotions or natural instincts.

This principle applies to us as well. Faith enables us to offer our best to God, even when it seems costly. We can surrender what is precious, trusting that God can restore, multiply, or transform it for His glory.

Similarly, when we follow Christ and take up our crosses, we are symbolically offering our lives as a sacrifice to God. We live in self-denial and may even experience loss, trusting that God has the power to renew and restore:

“Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul? Or what shall a man give in return for his soul?’”
— Matthew 16:24-26 (ESV)

Faith in God’s power and promises allows us to offer Him our lives, resources, and even the things we hold most dear without fear. Just as Abraham trusted God’s power to restore Isaac, we can trust God to honor and bless our sacrifices, turning them into eternal reward.

May the Lord bless you as you reflect on this truth and walk in faith.

Print this post

What Does It Mean to Dream You’re Walking on Water?

Have you ever had a dream where you were walking on water? You might have woken up wondering what it means. In Scripture, this act is most famously associated with our Lord Jesus Christ and later briefly with Peter. So, what is God trying to tell you through such a dream?

Let’s explore the biblical context and spiritual meaning behind it.

The Biblical Event: Jesus Walks on Water

The story is found in Matthew 14:22–33, and it’s more than a supernatural displayit’s a powerful spiritual lesson.

“Now in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went to them, walking on the sea. And when the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, ‘It is a ghost!’ And they cried out for fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘Be of good cheer! It is I; do not be afraid.’”
– Matthew 14:25–27 (NKJV)

Peter, full of faith, asked to join Him:

“And Peter answered Him and said, ‘Lord, if it is You, command me to come to You on the water.’ So He said, ‘Come.’ And when Peter had come down out of the boat, he walked on the water to go to Jesus.”
– Matthew 14:28–29 (NKJV)

But Peter’s focus wavered:

“But when he saw that the wind was boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink he cried out, saying, ‘Lord, save me!’ And immediately Jesus stretched out His hand and caught him, and said to him, ‘O you of little faith, why did you doubt?’”
– Matthew 14:30–31 (NKJV)

Spiritual Meaning: Faith Over Fear

This passage is more than history it’s a spiritual principle. Walking on water is humanly impossible, but through Christ, Peter did it until fear and doubt crept in.

Theologically, this reflects how faith in Jesus enables believers to do the impossible, as long as their focus remains on Him. Doubt, however, interrupts divine possibilities.

“Jesus said to him, ‘If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.’”
– Mark 9:23 (NKJV)

So, if you dream of walking on water, God might be reminding you: Your faith has power, but only when it is grounded in Him. It’s not about personal strength or ability it’s about divine dependence.

The Role of Prayer and Fasting

Later in Matthew, Jesus explains how to deal with spiritual challenges and grow stronger in faith:

“However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting.”
– Matthew 17:21 (NKJV)

Before Jesus walked on water, He spent hours in prayer (Matthew 14:23). This shows us that walking in divine authority requires intimacy with God. In dreams, walking on water could symbolize a spiritual calling that needs deep devotion, prayer, and spiritual discipline.

Living in God’s Power Today

If you are living in sin or far from God, such dreams may be a call to repentance. The impossible becomes possible only when Christ lives in you.

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
– Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)

But if you are saved and still feel spiritually dry or powerless, the dream could be a call to deeper fellowship. Set aside time for prayer, study the Word, fast, and seek the Holy Spirit’s power. Only then will your spiritual walk reflect the kind of supernatural faith God desires.

If You’re Not Yet Saved

The first step is surrender:

“That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.”
– Romans 10:9 (NKJV)

Turn away from sin, ask for forgiveness, and begin a new life in Christ. Baptism and a consistent walk with God through His Word and Spirit will guide your steps.

Conclusion: The Message of the Dream

So, what does dreaming of walking on water mean? It’s likely a divine reminder that:

  1. All things are possible with God.

  2. Faith must overcome fear and doubt.

  3. A deeper relationship with God through prayer and fasting is necessary to access spiritual authority.

  4. If you’re not saved, it’s an invitation to come to Christ.

Never forget what Jesus said:

“However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting.”
– Matthew 17:21 (NKJV)

Amen

 

Print this post

CONFESSION IS NOT REPENTANCE

Confession is not the same as asking for mercy from God!

Blessed be the name of the Lord.

There is a clear distinction between repentance and merely asking for mercy. Many people today ask for mercy, but they do not repent.
Brother, seeking mercy without repentance is in vain.

Asking for mercy is no different than asking for forgiveness. When you ask someone to forgive you, you’re essentially asking them to have mercy on you. But repentance is not something you ask for it’s something you do.

What, then, is repentance?

Repentance means to turn away from sin and forsake it entirely.
Imagine you are walking in one direction, then you suddenly realize you’re going the wrong way. So you stop, turn around, and walk back or take a different path.
That change of direction, that decision to abandon the former path, is what we call repentance.

But asking for forgiveness is not the same as repentance.

To understand this more deeply, consider the following illustration:

A Child’s Change of Heart

A parent tells their child to go and run an errand. Instead of obeying, the child becomes disrespectful, talks back rudely, and continues playing. But as they walk toward their game, their conscience convicts them they realize their mistake. So they abandon their plan, turn back, return to the parent, kneel down and say,
“Mother, I am sorry for being disrespectful. Please forgive me. I’m ready now to go where you sent me.”

In this example, the repentance happened when the child turned around and went back. The request for forgiveness happened after the repentance.

Do you see the difference?

You cannot say you have asked for mercy while you have not repented.
Repentance must come first, and then the plea for mercy follows.

Jesus’ Example The Two Sons

This is exactly the lesson Jesus gave in the parable of the two sons:

Matthew 21:28–31 (NKJV)
“But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the first and said, ‘Son, go, work today in my vineyard.’
He answered and said, ‘I will not,’ but afterward he regretted it and went.
Then he came to the second and said likewise. And he answered and said, ‘I go, sir,’ but he did not go.
Which of the two did the will of his father?” They said to Him, “The first.”

The son who initially refused, but later repented and obeyed, is the one who did the will of the father. This shows us that true repentance results in action a change of heart that leads to obedience.

In These Troubled Times Repent, Not Just Plead

In these difficult times that have come upon the world, this is not just a time to ask for mercy it is a time to repent.
To repent means to abandon sin, to renounce evil, and to change direction.

It’s time to:

  • Stop engaging in bribery and corruption
  • Forsake sexual immorality
  • Burn and discard revealing clothing
  • Remove earrings, bangles, makeup, and any objects we idolize return to the natural state God created us in
  • Return things we have stolen or swindled from others
  • Forgive those who wronged us
  • Reconcile with estranged family members
  • Stop using abusive language
  • Cease gossiping and wishing harm upon our neighbors
  • Abandon drunkenness, clubbing, and worldly pleasures

Only after we have forsaken these sinful ways can we approach God and say, “Father, I have let go of these idols and sins please have mercy on me.”

2 Chronicles 7:14 (NKJV)
“If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”

Repentance Opens the Door to Mercy

Once we have truly repented, we don’t even need to strive so hard to receive mercy. God Himself will extend it to us, because He is abundant in mercy.

Psalm 103:8 (NKJV)
“The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in mercy.”

But if we approach God while still wearing our lipstick, holding onto sexual sin, dressed in revealing clothes, or with unrepentant hearts asking for mercy it’s like a drunk man with a cigarette in his mouth telling his father, “Forgive me for being drunk.”
That’s not sincerity. It’s mockery.
And that’s how we appear before God when we come asking for mercy without forsaking our sins whether they’re hidden or open.

First Repentance, Then Mercy

This is the time to seek mercy for our nation, for our own souls, and for our families.
But repentance must come first.
And often, repentance alone is enough to draw God’s mercy, without needing to beg for it.

Consider the Prodigal Son:

Luke 15:20 (NKJV)
“And he arose and came to his father. But when he was still a great way off, his father saw him and had compassion, and ran and fell on his neck and kissed him.”

The father didn’t wait for the son to say much. The act of returning home was repentance, and it touched the father’s heart.

God Is Calling You Now

May the Lord bless you.

If you have not yet given your life to Jesus Christ what are you waiting for?
You are a witness of the times we live in. Greater challenges are still ahead for those who remain outside of Christ.

So, repent today and the Lord will show you mercy and fill you with His Holy Spirit, for He loves us deeply.

Isaiah 55:7 (NKJV)
“Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the Lord, and He will have mercy on him; and to our God, for He will abundantly pardon.”

Maranatha  The Lord is coming!

Print this post

REMEMBER, THE JORDAN RIVER CROSSINGS ARE WAITING AHEAD

It is common to observe that people’s behavior changes, especially when they sense they are approaching a critical turning point—or even danger. Many will adapt their appearance or behavior, pretending to be like others, in an attempt to navigate difficult situations safely and protect themselves spiritually.

We see this illustrated during the time of Esther, when the enemies of the Jews planned to annihilate them with King Ahasuerus’ permission. Yet, when the decree was reversed and the king honored the Jews and even granted them authority to defend themselves against their enemies, the Bible tells us that many people of the land “pretended” to be Jews:

Esther 8:16-17 (ESV):
“The Jews had light and gladness and joy and honor. In every province and in every city, wherever the king’s command and his edict came, there was joy and gladness among the Jews, a feast and a holiday. And many of the people of the land became Jews, for fear of the Jews had fallen upon them.”

Notice here that fear and the recognition of God’s favor caused people to adjust their behavior to align with God’s people.

Another example comes from the Old Testament conflict between two tribes of Israel: Ephraim and Gilead. The cause of the battle was that the men of Gilead went to fight their enemies without inviting the men of Ephraim to join them. Feeling excluded, the Ephraimites became angry and decided to fight Gilead. However, the Gileadites prevailed.

In the aftermath, many Ephraimites tried to flee and blend in with the Gileadites. To cross the Jordan River safely, they assumed it would be easy—they thought they could simply pass without scrutiny. But the Gileadites had been informed of their plan. They stationed themselves at the river crossings and used language as a test to identify the intruders.

Judges 12:5-6 (ESV):
“The Gileadites captured the fords of the Jordan against the Ephraimites. And when any of the fugitives of Ephraim said, ‘Let me cross over,’ the men of Gilead said to him, ‘Are you an Ephraimite?’ If he said, ‘No,’ then they said, ‘Say now Shibboleth.’ And he said, ‘Sibboleth,’ for he could not pronounce it right. Then they seized him and killed him at the fords of the Jordan. Forty-two thousand Ephraimites fell at that time.”

Here, the test was based on language. One’s native tongue is deeply ingrained and cannot be perfectly mimicked. Even someone who studies a language for decades cannot replicate the accent or nuance of a native speaker. Similarly, our spiritual identity is deeply rooted and cannot be faked.

The Old Testament often foreshadows spiritual truths revealed in the New Testament. These historical accounts were not written merely to entertain or interest us—they carry profound spiritual lessons.

There will come a time when salvation will be tested. Those who oppose God will desperately seek access to His kingdom, pretending in various ways to gain entry. However, entry will not be easy, as they might assume. They will face significant trials to prove their hearts and intentions.

Luke 16:16 (ESV):
“The Law and the Prophets were proclaimed until John; since that time the good news of the kingdom of God is preached, and everyone forces his way into it.”

Salvation will be measured not just by words—“I am saved,” “I was baptized,” or “I go to church”—but by the depth of personal experience and spiritual life. Are you living it as a natural part of your life, or is it just something learned?

Jesus illustrated this in the parable of the wedding feast, where a man attended the celebration but was not wearing the wedding garment. He had no invitation and was thrown out, illustrating that merely being present is insufficient without genuine preparation and righteousness:

Matthew 22:1-14 (ESV):
“For many are called, but few are chosen.”

Dear brothers and sisters, begin building your relationship with God today. Do not wait for a particular moment. Accept the rebirth offered through salvation, learn the “language of heaven,” and prepare yourself spiritually. There will come a time when the door of grace will no longer remain open. These are the last days, and no one can afford to ignore this truth.

May God richly bless you.

 

 

 

 

 

Print this post

NOT FOR GOD’S BENEFIT, BUT FOR OUR OWN

When we do good, it benefits us, not God. Similarly, when we commit sin, the harm affects us, not God. For example, regarding sexual immorality, the Bible says that sin is ultimately destructive to the one who commits it. Proverbs 6:32 warns:

“But a man who commits adultery lacks judgment; whoever does so destroys himself.” (Proverbs 6:32-33)

This shows that sins like adultery, theft, or murder do not harm God—they harm our fellow humans and, ultimately, ourselves. Every sin carries consequences for the sinner, not for God. Likewise, acts of righteousness also primarily benefit us. When God commands us to do good, it is for our own welfare. Just as someone who prevents a person from self-harm acts to protect them, God restrains us from sin for our own good. Without His guidance, we would ruin ourselves completely.

 

For example, Luke 6:38 says:

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”

 

This verse emphasizes that God’s instructions are not to please Himself but to ensure we receive blessings. The principle of sowing and reaping applies: our good deeds toward others eventually bring good things to us, and wrongdoing brings harm. God does not need our obedience or righteousness for His benefit; He wants us to flourish and avoid self-destruction.

 

When God instructs us not to commit adultery, steal, murder, or dishonor our parents, it is for our benefit in this life and the life to come—not because God gains from our obedience. Job 35:5-8 further clarifies this:

 

“Look up at the heavens and see;

gaze at the clouds so high above you.

If you sin, what do you accomplish against him?

If you are righteous, what do you give him?

Your wickedness affects only a human like you, and your righteousness only benefits other humans.”

 

Every act of sin or rebellion harms us personally. Just as repeated sins do not diminish God’s glory, they destroy the sinner’s life gradually—like eating away at oneself. Preaching, correction, and guidance from God exist because He loves us and desires our benefit, not because He gains anything from our actions.

 

We often hear the phrase “these are the last days.” Indeed, the times are short, and soon Christ will take His followers. Everyone will reap what they have sown on earth. The righteous will be taken, while the unrepentant—regardless of religious affiliation, appearances, or outward rituals—will remain and face tribulation. Earthly pleasures, sinful indulgences, and worldly distractions will no longer exist when God’s judgment comes. The Lake of Fire, created for Satan and his angels, will ultimately be the destiny of the unrepentant.

 

Today, the call is urgent: focus on righteousness, live according to God’s Word, and understand that obedience is for your benefit. Spiritual vigilance now ensures your safety, blessings, and eternal life.

 

Maranatha!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Print this post

WHY IS BAPTISM IMPORTANT?

Blessed be the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Welcome, let us study the Bible and remind ourselves of the same things we have already learned before through various channels.

Many people ask, is baptism important? The answer is YES, it is very important and not just a little. Satan does not want many to know the secret found in true baptism because he knows its consequences.

When the children of Israel were coming out of Egypt, Pharaoh was still pursuing them. But immediately after they crossed the Red Sea and all of Pharaoh’s army drowned in the Red Sea, that was the end of Pharaoh and his army following the children of Israel.

Exodus 14:26-30
26 Then the Lord said to Moses, “Stretch out your hand over the sea so that the waters may flow back over the Egyptians and their chariots and horsemen.”
27 Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and at daybreak the sea went back to its place. The Egyptians were fleeing toward it, and the Lord swept them into the sea.
28 The water flowed back and covered the chariots and horsemen—the entire army of Pharaoh that had followed the Israelites into the sea. Not one of them survived.
29 But the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with a wall of water on their right and on their left.
30 That day the Lord saved Israel from the hands of the Egyptians, and Israel saw the Egyptians lying dead on the shore.

Now what was the secret that Pharaoh’s end came in the Red Sea? The answer is simple: It was that baptism—the baptism the children of Israel underwent by passing through the sea.

You may ask, does that mean the children of Israel were baptized in the Red Sea? The answer is yes!

1 Corinthians 10:1-2
1 For I do not want you to be ignorant of the fact, brothers and sisters, that our ancestors were all under the cloud and that they all passed through the sea.
2 They were all baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea.

Do you see that? The act of the Israelites passing through the waters of the Red Sea without being harmed is likened to baptism. Therefore, that baptism marked the end of Satan’s work and his army pursuing them, regardless of the fact that they had already been granted permission to leave earlier.

Similarly, proper baptism by much water works in the same way. When you go into those waters and are baptized in the name of Jesus and come out of the water… you will come out safely with joy and peace, but behind you, the armies of evil spirits that were pursuing you die in the water.

Thus, the water is a sign of salvation for you and destruction for Satan and his armies. That is why the Lord Jesus said in the Spirit that when an evil spirit leaves a person, it goes through waterless places (meaning places without water) seeking rest, and when it returns and finds the house swept clean, it brings seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and the final condition of that person becomes worse than the first.

Matthew 12:43-45
43 “When an impure spirit comes out of a person, it goes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it.
44 Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’ When it arrives, it finds the house unoccupied, swept clean and put in order.
45 Then it goes and takes with it seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and live there. And the final condition of that person is worse than the first.”

This means that if a demon leaves a person and that person does not make the decision to complete their salvation—including being baptized properly by immersion of the whole body according to the Scriptures and continuing in purity—that person is in danger of being revisited by the same dark powers that left them in the first place. Therefore, true baptism is very important.

And baptism is not a new religion but a command of our Lord Jesus—and for our benefit, just as it was a benefit to the children of Israel when they were leaving Egypt. If it were not for those waters, Pharaoh would have continued to pursue them forever.

Satan and his demons will continue to follow a person who has not completed their salvation. And the Lord has already told us in His Word that, “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved” (Mark 16:16)—meaning these two things go together, they cannot be separated. Otherwise, it is very difficult to be saved from the hand of the enemy.

If you remember the story of the man who was possessed by demons who identified themselves as LEGION, that man was possessed by demons, and when those demons left him, they entered pigs. The way those pigs went and perished in the water is a symbol of how Pharaoh and his army drowned in the water. So you can see a great connection between water and the enemy’s armies. Therefore, baptism is very important. As soon as a person believes and repents, they should be baptized without delay…

It would be a strange thing for someone to say they are saved, and then months go by, years pass, and they still haven’t been baptized. What standard of salvation is such a person living by?

May the Lord bless you greatly.

Please share this good news with others, and if you would like us to send these teachings to your email or WhatsApp, send us a message in the comment box below or call this number: +255 789001312

Join our channel by clicking here >> WHATSAPP

Print this post

Archives

Search

Archives

Migawanyo