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Save Yourself and Your Household

 

Blessed be the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Welcome as we study the Word of God, which is “a lamp to our feet and a light to our path” (Psalm 119:105).

In our journey of faith, we must never forget to labor diligently in the work of God, ensuring that the message of the Kingdom reaches everyone. Yet, above all, make sure that you and your household are saved—your spouse, your children, and all those who live with you.

You may wonder, “Is this possible, even if some of my family members completely reject the message of God?” The answer is yes—it is possible!

Consider Rahab. When she was given the opportunity to be saved, she did not desire salvation for herself alone, but she sought deliverance for her entire family:

Joshua 2:12–14 (NKJV)
“Now therefore, I beg you, swear to me by the LORD, since I have shown you kindness, that you also will show kindness to my father’s house, and give me a true token,
and spare my father, my mother, my brothers, my sisters, and all that they have, and deliver our lives from death.”
So the men answered her, “Our lives for yours, if none of you tell this business of ours. And it shall be, when the LORD has given us the land, that we will deal kindly and truly with you.”

Similarly, Lot was rescued before the destruction of Sodom, leaving with his wife and two daughters. He even warned other family members (Genesis 19:12–14).

Noah also did not desire salvation for himself alone. The Bible states that the ark he built was for the salvation of his entire household:

Hebrews 11:6–7 (ESV)
“Without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.
By faith Noah, being warned by God concerning events as yet unseen, in reverent fear constructed an ark for the saving of his household. By this he condemned the world and became an heir of the righteousness that comes by faith.”

Notice that the ark was not for Noah alone. God could have saved Noah by other means, but because he had a family and animals to preserve, God provided salvation through the ark. Noah was counted righteous before God (Genesis 6:8), but his household was spared because of his faithfulness. Even after the flood, we see that some family members, like Ham, were not entirely righteous (Genesis 9:20–25), yet they were spared because of Noah’s obedience.

Moses demonstrated the same intercessory heart. When the Israelites sinned in the wilderness and provoked God to destroy them, Moses stood in the gap on their behalf:

Exodus 32:7–14 (NKJV)
“The LORD said to Moses, ‘Go down, for your people, whom you brought up out of the land of Egypt, have corrupted themselves… Now therefore let Me alone, that My wrath may burn hot against them and I may consume them. And I will make of you a great nation.’
But Moses pleaded with the LORD his God…
So the LORD relented from the harm which He said He would do to His people.”

Throughout Scripture, we see that those who receive grace have a responsibility to stand in prayer and faith for their households. God may have chosen you so that through your witness, prayer, and perseverance, your entire family may enter into salvation.

As Paul told the Philippian jailer:

Acts 16:31 (ESV)
“Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household.”

Therefore, pray earnestly for your family, share the gospel diligently with your spouse and children, and let your life be a living testimony of God’s transforming power. Salvation is not meant to be enjoyed alone—rejoice when it spreads to your household!

The Lord’s return is near. Soon all worldly things will pass away, and the door of grace will close. Jesus warned that many will desire to enter on that day but will not be able (Luke 13:24–25). If you have not yet received Christ, do so today—He is “the way, the truth, and the life” (John 14:6). No one can see the Kingdom of God apart from Him.

May the Lord bless you and your household.

 

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HE TOOK THE BLIND MAN BY THE HAND AND LED HIM OUT OF THE VILLAGE

 

Mark 8:23–26 recounts the story of Jesus healing a blind man in Bethsaida. Unlike many other miracles where Jesus healed people instantly and publicly, here He took the man by the hand and led him outside the village first.

“They came to Bethsaida, and some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him. He took the blind man by the hand and led him outside the village. When He had spit on the man’s eyes and put His hands on him, Jesus asked, ‘Do you see anything?’ He looked up and said, ‘I see people; they look like trees walking around.’ Once more Jesus put His hands on the man’s eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly. Jesus sent him home, saying, ‘Don’t even go into the village.’” (Mark 8:22–26, NIV)

Imagine yourself as this blind man: brought to a physician for healing, but instead of receiving immediate treatment, he takes you by the hand and leads you away—outside the familiar place, away from the voices of people, perhaps walking for miles into empty fields. Confusion and fear might set in, but this man obeyed. In his blindness, he trusted Jesus completely.

Once isolated from all distractions, Jesus touched him and began the healing process. Notice that the healing was gradual—first partial vision, then complete clarity. Why? Because Jesus wanted to teach a deeper truth. From his words—“I see people; they look like trees walking”—we know this man had once seen; he was not born blind. He had lost his sight at some point, and the environment in which he had been—Bethsaida—was linked to his spiritual condition. Hence, Jesus commanded him: “Do not even go back into the village.”

This mirrors what is happening spiritually today. The world blinds people’s spiritual eyes through its distractions, pleasures, and cares. They no longer perceive that these are the last days, that the Rapture is near, and that this world is decaying rapidly. Even when they hear the truth of the Gospel, it seems ordinary to them.

“And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.” (2 Corinthians 4:3–4, NIV)

For Jesus to open your eyes, you must be willing to let Him take you “outside the village.” This means separating yourself from the influences that caused spiritual blindness: worldly pleasures, ungodly fashion, immoral relationships, and the love of the world. Jesus said:

“Whoever wants to be My disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow Me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for Me will find it.” (Matthew 16:24–25, NIV)

When you allow Him to lead you away, your spiritual vision will be restored, and you will clearly see the reality of the unseen world: the schemes of Satan, the nearness of the Rapture, and the eternal danger of hell. Then you will realize how blind you once were.

Beloved, perhaps you have heard this message many times—that we are living in the final days. Even if the Rapture does not occur in your lifetime, know that your earthly life is short. No one knows what tomorrow holds. Multitudes are dying daily, and if death finds you in spiritual blindness, there is no second chance.

If you are a believer and you understand that this is the era of the seventh and final church—the Church of Laodicea (Revelation 3:14–22)—and yet you treat your spiritual life lightly, it is a sign that the world has blinded your eyes. This is the age where the wheat and the tares have already been separated (Matthew 13:30). The lukewarm will be “vomited” out by Christ (Revelation 3:16). Vomit is detestable even to look at; how much more to consume? Do not wait until you are spat out—repent and seek the Lord now while there is still time (Isaiah 55:6–7).

Maranatha! The Lord is coming soon.

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CAN MY WEAKNESS HINDER THE GOSPEL?

Can my weakness or disability prevent people from believing in Jesus?

Blessed be the name of our Lord Jesus Christ—welcome to this Bible teaching.

There is a very important question that many people ask: “If I have a problem with my sight, or hearing, or a visible disability, and I go out to preach or witness—will people truly be saved? Won’t they ask me, ‘Why hasn’t this God healed you first, before trying to heal us?’”

This is one of the weapons Satan uses to make sure the gospel is never preached! Another weapon he uses is a voice that whispers, “You have blasphemed the Holy Spirit.” So if you ever hear any voice telling you these two things—“You cannot preach because of your weakness” or “You have already blasphemed the Holy Spirit”—know right away that these are voices of the enemy, Satan. Ignore them completely!

Now before going further, let us understand a few important truths:

1. God entrusted the gospel to humans, not angels.

Nowhere in Scripture do we see God sending angels to preach the gospel. And there is no human being created by God who is without flaws. Even that famous and respected preacher you know has countless shortcomings. God knows all human beings are flawed, yet He gave them the assignment of carrying His Word to others.

If God had based this assignment on perfection, no human would qualify to preach. Perhaps He would have used His holy angels in heaven instead. But He chose imperfect human vessels.

This means our flaws have nothing to do with our qualification to preach the Word of God!

Whether you are tall or short, articulate or not, stammering, White or African, albino, deaf, blind, limbless, rich or poor, literate or illiterate, socially insignificant or prominent—so long as you are human, you are qualified to carry God’s Word to others.

2. The first qualification to preach is having the Word of God in you.

This is the foundation. Even in the natural, no teacher can instruct students in knowledge he doesn’t have himself. In the same way, the Word of Christ must dwell richly within you. That comes by receiving the Savior Jesus Christ, reading His Word, and living that Word.

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom…”
— Colossians 3:16 (KJV)

Once that happens, you can preach the gospel to anyone. Don’t wait to see visions, or for Jesus or an angel to appear to you. Many wait for such experiences and never get started. They hope to hear a voice saying, “Go and preach!” But brother, sister—do not wait for that voice; you may never hear it.

Why? Because He has already spoken clearly in His Word:

“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations…”
— Matthew 28:19 (KJV)

That command is enough. Don’t wait for another voice—you will not hear one!

What transforms a person if not our eloquence or hearing ability?

Let’s read the following Scripture and we will know:

Hebrews 4:12-13 (KJV)
“For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.”

It says, “The Word of God”—not our polished speech, not our ability to compose sweet sentences, not our skin color, not our keen ears, not our excellent eyesight, height, or education. It is God’s Word that is powerful.

When it is spoken by any human being who holds it in their heart, it pierces deep into the heart of the hearer. It convicts, divides, reveals secrets, and pulls a person out of their ordinary state. While you might be thinking they’re analyzing your stammer or flaws, the Holy Spirit is wrestling with them deep within.

2 Corinthians 10:4–5 (KJV)
“(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)
Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.”

Don’t listen to the lies of Satan that discourage you from preaching the gospel.

If you don’t hear well—preach anyway! If someone asks you a question, lean in and listen closely. If you still can’t hear—keep moving forward. Don’t dwell on your weakness. Chances are, the person isn’t even focused on your weakness. And even if they are, the Word you speak—even one verse—is the power of God and a seed sown.

Many wrongly assume that preaching the gospel requires many words. That’s not true! If a preacher speaks at length, it’s because the Spirit leads him to. But even one word of God is enough to break a hardened heart.

With just one command—“Let there be light”—God created the sun we still see today.

So don’t depend on training or skill to share God’s Word. Seek the Holy Spirit, and then use the gift God has given you.

Example: Fanny Crosby

One famous woman, Fanny Crosby, was born healthy but lost her sight two weeks after birth. She lived blind for 95 years. Despite her condition, she never stopped seeking how to serve God. She wrote over 8,000 hymns in the 19th century and was known as the Queen of Gospel Songs and The Blind Hymnist.

Two of her most famous hymns that you probably know and sing today—“Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior” and “Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine”—were written by this blind woman. Through her singing and ministry, she brought many people to Christ.

Therefore, let each one of us stand firm in what God has placed within us, ensuring that the gospel reaches as many people as possible.

May the Lord bless you.

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What Can We Learn from Rizpah, Daughter of Aiah?

Blessed be the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. I pray that you are well. Today, we are going to reflect on an important story from the Old Testament that teaches us about diligence, faithfulness, and God’s justice—the story of Rizpah, the concubine of King Saul.

The Context: Israel in Famine

At one point, Israel suffered a severe famine lasting three consecutive years. No rain fell upon the land. The people wondered why this calamity had come. According to the biblical account (2 Samuel 21:1, NIV):

“The Lord’s famine was on the land for three years, and David sought the Lord on behalf of the land.”

David initially sought to understand whether there was hidden sin among the people—perhaps secret idol worship. Despite careful investigation, nothing was found. Only when David inquired directly of God did the truth become clear: the famine was punishment for Saul’s violation of an ancient covenant with the Gibeonites (Joshua 9:15). Saul had killed the Gibeonites, breaking the covenant, and God’s justice demanded restitution.

Rizpah’s Tragedy

To appease God and end the famine, David asked the Gibeonites what would satisfy justice. They requested the lives of seven of Saul’s descendants (2 Samuel 21:6, ESV). Two of the seven were the sons of Rizpah, daughter of Aiah, a concubine of Saul. They were handed over and executed.

What Rizpah did next is remarkable. Scripture records:

2 Samuel 21:10 (NIV):
“Rizpah daughter of Aiah took sackcloth and spread it out for herself on a rock, from the beginning of the harvest until rain fell from the heavens on the bodies. She did not let the birds of the air touch them during the day or the wild animals at night.”

Imagine the pain of a mother who watches her children executed brutally, hanging on display, unburied. Yet Rizpah did not leave. Day and night, she guarded the remains to protect them from dishonor. Her actions reflect faithful mourning and zealous protection of the dead, illustrating a principle God honors: persistent devotion and courage in the face of injustice.

David’s Response and God’s Intervention

David observed Rizpah’s faithfulness and realized the theological significance: if a woman values the bones of her dead sons, how much more should he honor the bones of Saul and Jonathan, God’s anointed (1 Samuel 31:11–13)? David retrieved their bones, along with the bones of the seven sons, and buried them properly (2 Samuel 21:12–14, ESV).

The result? God answered prayer, and the famine ended:

“After that, God responded to the plea for the land, and the Lord gave rain upon the land.” (2 Samuel 21:14, NIV)

Theological Insights

  1. God’s Justice is Inescapable
    The famine reminds us that God’s covenantal justice cannot be ignored. Saul’s violation of a treaty with the Gibeonites had spiritual consequences. Romans 13:1–4 teaches that God’s authority demands righteousness, and wrongdoing—even by a king—can bring consequences.
  2. Persistent Devotion Matters
    Rizpah’s vigil illustrates the principle found in Luke 18:1–8: persistent faith and dedication influence outcomes. Her devotion to her children’s honor ultimately moved David and led to God’s mercy upon the land.
  3. The Role of Intercessory Actions
    David’s actions, prompted by Rizpah’s zeal, show the power of intercession. Proverbs 31:8–9 reminds us to defend the rights of the defenseless. Rizpah’s protection of her children’s bodies is a form of intercessory righteousness.
  4. God Uses the Faithfulness of the Humble
    Even though Rizpah was a concubine with no formal authority, God used her faithfulness to bring resolution. Scripture consistently shows that God honors humble obedience over position or status (1 Samuel 16:7).
  5. Faithfulness Amid Injustice Bears Fruit
    Rizpah’s story is a model of steadfast faith and moral courage. She acted when no one else would. In James 2:17, faith without works is dead. Rizpah’s faith was active; her works brought about God’s mercy.

Lessons for Us Today

  • God sees diligence and devotion, even when the world does not.
  • Spiritual discipline, prayer, and persistence can open heaven’s blessings.
  • Neglecting spiritual responsibility can hinder God’s provision, regardless of outward claims of faith.
  • The faithfulness of others may influence God’s favor in our lives—so honor diligence and commitment wherever you see it.

Let us examine our own faithfulness. Are we persistent in prayer, vigilant in obedience, and zealous for God’s honor? Rizpah’s story challenges us to rise above complacency and act with devotion, even when it seems unnoticed.

Maranatha.

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CORRECT THE FOLLOWING THINGS SO THAT LIFE MAY GO WELL

 

“Please tell us—because of whom has this calamity come upon us? What is your occupation? Where do you come from? What is your country? And of what people are you?”

(Jonah 1:8, NKJV)

 

Blessed be the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Let us meditate together on the Scriptures.

In life, there are four crucial areas that you must align with God’s will:

Your work

Your tribe or lineage

Your nation

Your place of origin

These four pillars can either build or destroy your life. If any of them is out of alignment before God, it can bring storms and turmoil into your life.

Biblical Example: Jonah’s Storm

In Jonah 1:7–11, the sailors cast lots to discover the cause of their deadly storm, and the lot fell on Jonah. They asked him about his occupation, his origin, his country, and his people. Jonah confessed:

“I am a Hebrew, and I fear the Lord, the God of heaven, who made the sea and the dry land.”

He admitted that he was running away from the calling God had placed on his life. Only then did the sailors understand the source of their trouble and sought a solution before the situation worsened.

If Jonah had not been fleeing from God’s work, and the sea still raged, the cause might have been his tribe, his country, or his place of origin. The lesson is clear: storms in life often have spiritual roots.

1. Your Work

Your work can bring storms or peace. Whatever work you do—whether with your hands or in ministry—must please God. Be faithful and honest, avoiding deceit and theft.

If you are called to serve God, do not neglect your calling or perform it half-heartedly, lest you face storms like Jonah.

“Cursed is he who does the work of the Lord deceitfully.” (Jeremiah 48:10, NKJV)

 

Every believer has a role in God’s work (1 Corinthians 12:7). Examine yourself: Are you fulfilling your divine assignment diligently?

 

2. Your Tribe

Many tribes hold traditions and rituals contrary to the Word of God—practices involving idolatry, witchcraft, and ungodly customs. After salvation, you must renounce all such practices. Some customs are so shameful they cannot even be mentioned (Ephesians 5:11-12).

This does not mean rejecting or despising your family. Instead, honor, love, pray for, and live peacefully with your relatives while refusing to partake in customs that defy God.

 

3. Your Nation

Your nation can also be a source of storms. Some countries legally endorse things that oppose God’s commands, such as same-sex marriages, drug abuse, abortion, or bestiality. Such nations come under God’s judgment (Romans 1:18-32).

As a believer, you are called to live set apart, even while dwelling among such people. Like Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who lived in Babylon but refused to compromise their faith (Daniel 1:8; 3:16–18), you must shine as a light in the darkness (Matthew 5:14-16).

 

4. Your Place of Origin

Sometimes even your specific hometown or environment can have spiritual influences that affect your life. Choose to participate only in what glorifies God and reject all that is contrary to His ways (2 Corinthians 6:17).

Raising the Next Generation

If God has blessed you with children, raise them in the ways of the Lord while they are still young:

“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6, NKJV)

And if you yourself are not yet saved, the door of grace is still open. Do not despise the Gospel of Christ, which is offered freely. Salvation is precious beyond measure—so costly that no amount of money in the world could purchase it.

“For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8–9, NKJV)

Receive Jesus today, be baptized, and receive the Holy Spirit for the safety and eternal security of your soul.

Maranatha—The Lord is coming soon!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Keys of Life, Death, and Hades

Shalom, beloved of God! Welcome as we study the Word of God.

On the island of Patmos, the Lord Jesus appeared to John while he was exiled there and spoke many things to him, as we read in the Book of Revelation. Among the words Jesus spoke were these:

Revelation 1:17–18

“When I saw Him, I fell at His feet as though dead. Then He placed His right hand on me and said: ‘Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last.
I am the Living One; I was dead, and now look, I am alive for ever and ever! And I hold the keys of death and Hades.’”

The Meaning of the Keys

He who holds the keys has the authority to open and shut, to allow entrance or deny it, to bind or to loose (cf. Matthew 16:19). Keys imply the existence of doors or gates that control access. Spiritually, there are three great gates in existence:

  1. The Gate of Death

  2. The Gate of Hades (Hell)

  3. The Gate of Eternal Life

1. The Gate of Death

The gate of death marks the final moment when a person leaves their earthly body. It is the threshold between physical life and another realm — a realm where one encounters realities unknown to the living, whether blessed or dreadful.
Before Christ’s resurrection, those who passed through death’s gate were eternally shut off from returning to earthly life. “It is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment” (Hebrews 9:27).

But when Jesus died and rose again, He broke the power of death and seized its keys. He was the “firstborn from the dead” (Colossians 1:18), and even at His resurrection “many bodies of the saints who had fallen asleep were raised” (Matthew 27:52–53). This demonstrated that through Him, the dead could live again.

2. The Gate of Hades

The second gate is entered after death by those who die in their sins without repentance. Having passed through the gate of death, they descend into Hades — a place of torment and separation from God (cf. Luke 16:23–24, the rich man and Lazarus).

Before Christ, there was no hope of escape. But now Christ holds the keys, and one day all in Hades will be summoned for judgment:
John 5:28–29

“Do not marvel at this, for the hour is coming when all who are in the graves will hear His voice and come forth — those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil, to the resurrection of condemnation.”

Revelation 20:13 confirms:

“The sea gave up the dead that were in it, and Death and Hades gave up the dead that were in them, and each person was judged according to what they had done.”

Hades’ gates are at work even now, luring many into destruction. Satan and his hosts labor tirelessly to drag multitudes toward eternal separation from God (1 Peter 5:8).

3. The Gate of Eternal Life

This is the most glorious gate for mankind. Unlike the other gates, you don’t need to die to enter it. This gate opens now, in this life, while you still breathe.

Jesus declared:
Luke 13:24–27

“Strive to enter through the narrow door, for many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able… Once the master of the house has risen and shut the door, you will stand outside and knock, saying, ‘Lord, open to us.’ Then He will answer, ‘I do not know where you come from… Depart from me, all you workers of evil!’”

This gate remains open today. Through faith and obedience to Christ’s Word, we may enter. But a time will come when the door will close. Those who continually reject the gospel may find that their hearts harden to the point of no return (Hebrews 3:15).

Jesus, the Good Shepherd, holds this gate and has entrusted its keys to His servants:
John 20:21–23

“As the Father has sent Me, I also send you… Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive anyone’s sins, they are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.”

Rejecting the gospel message from a Spirit-sent servant can lead to a “shut door,” leaving the unrepentant in spiritual darkness (Matthew 10:14–15).

Christ’s Promise of Victory

Jesus told Peter:
Matthew 16:18–19

“On this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.”

Peter represents all who are set apart to proclaim Christ. The church, built on the foundation of Christ, cannot be overcome by the gates of death or Hades.

A Call to Decision

Dear friend, eternal life is available only through Jesus Christ. He alone holds the keys of life, death, and Hades. Accept Him, and the gates of Hades will not overcome you. Reject Him, and death and Hades await.

John 10:9:

“I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture.”

Choose life today — enter through the narrow gate. Share this message with others, for Christ still says, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock…” (Revelation 3:20).

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Nimrod: The Rise of Human Might and the Fall into Spiritual Rebellion

1. Introduction: The Legacy of Nimrod

Nimrod, a great-grandson of Noah through Ham, is one of the earliest figures in the Bible associated with power, conquest, and empire-building. The Book of Genesis introduces him as the first to become “a mighty one on the earth”:

Genesis 10:8–9 (NKJV):
“Cush begot Nimrod; he began to be a mighty one on the earth. He was a mighty hunter before the Lord; therefore it is said, ‘Like Nimrod the mighty hunter before the Lord.’”

This passage marks Nimrod as a pioneering figure in human strength and ambition. But his might was not aligned with God’s will—instead, it became a symbol of human pride and rebellion.

2. The Kingdoms of Nimrod

Nimrod’s dominion was expansive. His early kingdom included Babel (Babylon), Erech, Akkad, and Calneh in the land of Shinar. Later, he moved to Assyria and established major cities including Nineveh.

Genesis 10:10–12 (NKJV):
“And the beginning of his kingdom was Babel, Erech, Accad, and Calneh, in the land of Shinar. From that land he went to Assyria and built Nineveh, Rehoboth Ir, Calah, and Resen between Nineveh and Calah (that is the principal city).”

These cities, especially Babel and Nineveh, would later be centers of spiritual corruption and opposition to God’s purposes.

3. The Tower of Babel: Rebellion in Unity

While the Bible does not explicitly state Nimrod built the Tower of Babel, many early Jewish and Christian traditions associate him with its construction. The people of Babel sought to “make a name” for themselves and build a tower reaching to the heavens—symbolic of human pride and defiance.

Genesis 11:4 (NKJV):
“And they said, ‘Come, let us build ourselves a city, and a tower whose top is in the heavens; let us make a name for ourselves, lest we be scattered abroad over the face of the whole earth.’”

God’s response was swift and decisive. He confused their language, halted their construction, and scattered them—revealing that human unity without God is doomed to fail.

Genesis 11:7–8 (NKJV):
“Come, let Us go down and there confuse their language, that they may not understand one another’s speech. So the Lord scattered them abroad from there over the face of all the earth, and they ceased building the city.”

4. Babylon: A Spiritual Symbol

Though the Tower failed, Babylon endured as a symbol of opposition to God. In Scripture, Babylon represents spiritual adultery, false religion, and worldly corruption.

Revelation 17:5 (NKJV):
“And on her forehead a name was written: MYSTERY, BABYLON THE GREAT, THE MOTHER OF HARLOTS AND OF THE ABOMINATIONS OF THE EARTH.”

The ancient roots of idol worship—including the deification of mother and child figures—can be traced back to Babylon. Later traditions, including aspects of Roman religious practice, borrowed from these early pagan systems. Some modern religious traditions still carry shadows of this legacy, often hidden behind the appearance of sanctity.

5. The Fall of Pride: A Comparison with Satan

Nimrod’s story parallels the fall of Lucifer, once an exalted angel. His pride led to his downfall—just like Nimrod’s rebellion brought ruin.

Ezekiel 28:14–17 (NKJV):
“You were the anointed cherub who covers; I established you…
You were perfect in your ways from the day you were created,
Till iniquity was found in you…
Your heart was lifted up because of your beauty;
You corrupted your wisdom for the sake of your splendor;
I cast you to the ground…”

This sobering account reminds us that strength, beauty, or success, when divorced from humility and submission to God, leads to destruction.

6. A Call to Discernment and Obedience

In today’s world, it’s tempting to emulate the “mighty” of powerful nations—their wealth, culture, and influence. But not all forms of success are godly. Some trends promote immorality, profanity, idolatry, or disrespect for God.

Proverbs 1:32 (NKJV):
“For the turning away of the simple will slay them, and the complacency of fools will destroy them.”

As believers, we are called to humility, righteousness, and faithful obedience—not the mimicry of rebellious cultures.

Mark 8:36 (NKJV):
“For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?”

7. Conclusion: The Warning of Nimrod’s Legacy

Nimrod’s ambition built cities, but it also birthed spiritual rebellion. His might became a monument to pride rather than obedience. Babylon—his legacy—still lives on, not as a city, but as a spiritual system that resists God under the disguise of religion and culture.

Let us not walk the same path. Instead, let us choose humility, righteousness, and godly wisdom.

May the Lord help us to walk in His ways.

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BRING YOUR OFFERING TO THE RIGHT PLACE TO BE BLESSED

 

Welcome, let us remind ourselves of a few things that may seem small but are of great importance in the fight of faith.

There is a difference between an offering and charity. When you help the poor, that is charity, and it has its reward before God (Proverbs 19:17). But an offering carries even greater spiritual significance because it is directly connected to God’s altar.

What is an offering?

An offering is any gift or sacrifice that involves an altar. In the Old Testament, the offering that was accepted by God was always brought before His altar, in His house—whether it was a lamb, a grain offering, or any other sacrifice. The requirement was that it had to be presented at the Tent of Meeting or in the Temple of God (Leviticus 17:5–6).

If you give to the poor, that’s charity, not an offering. You will indeed be blessed for your generosity, but it is not the same as presenting an offering to God. For something to be considered an offering, it must involve the altar of the Lord.

Even in the world of darkness, those who consult witch doctors are always instructed to bring their sacrifices directly to the witch doctor’s altar. They are told to leave the offering there—never to slaughter an animal at home and then give it to the needy. Why? Because for something to qualify as a sacrifice, it must be placed on the altar connected to that spiritual system.

There is no offering without an altar.

Jesus emphasized this connection in Matthew 23:18:

“And you say, ‘If anyone swears by the altar, it means nothing; but anyone who swears by the gift on it is bound by that oath.’”

This highlights the inseparable link between an offering and the altar on which it is presented.

Where should a Christian bring their offering?

If you are a believer, bring your offerings to the church—the place where you are spiritually nourished, such as your local congregation, gospel meetings, or conferences. That is where you will experience the fullness of God’s blessing (Malachi 3:10). This does not mean we should neglect the poor, for helping them also brings great reward from God (Proverbs 22:9). But the spiritual impact of an offering given at the Lord’s altar is far greater.

Unfortunately, the enemy has sown a destructive mindset in many hearts:

“If I give my offering in church, I’m just enriching the pastors—better to give to the poor.”

This is a lie of the enemy meant to rob believers of their blessing. Do not allow this deception to take root in your heart.

Jesus also taught:

“Therefore, if you bring your gift to the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go your way. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift.” (Matthew 5:23–24)

This shows how deeply God values the purity of our hearts when bringing offerings.

Beloved, your tithe belongs in the house of the Lord, and your thanksgiving offerings should also be brought before His altar. Do not let the enemy rob you of the blessing that comes with honoring God with your offerings.

May the Lord bless you richly as you obey Him.

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DO NOT GROW WEARY IN WAITING, NOR LOSE HOPE

 

Blessed be the name of our Lord Jesus Christ forever! Welcome once again as we reflect on the words of life.

Today, we will briefly look at the stories of two people: Jairus, a synagogue ruler, and a woman who had been suffering from a flow of blood for twelve long years, who was healed simply by touching the hem of Jesus’ garment.

There is something striking about these two individuals that I want you to notice—they each carried something deeply on their hearts.

Let’s read from Luke 8:40-44 (NKJV):

“So it was, when Jesus returned, that the multitude welcomed Him, for they were all waiting for Him. And behold, there came a man named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue. And he fell down at Jesus’ feet and begged Him to come to his house, for he had an only daughter about twelve years of age, and she was dying. But as He went, the multitudes thronged Him. Now a woman, having a flow of blood for twelve years, who had spent all her livelihood on physicians and could not be healed by any, came from behind and touched the border of His garment. And immediately her flow of blood stopped.”

 

Notice this: Jairus’s daughter was twelve years old and at the point of death, while the woman had suffered for twelve years with her illness. Scripture deliberately records these numbers. Why?

Jairus had only one daughter. Perhaps he had raised her through many struggles, hoping she would become his pride and joy in later years. Just as Jochebed saw the beauty of baby Moses and hid him because she knew God had a plan (Exodus 2:2), Jairus may have seen promise in his daughter’s life. Then, at age twelve, her health suddenly collapsed. Month after month, her condition worsened until she was at death’s door. Imagine Jairus’s inner turmoil: “Will I allow my only vision for the future to die at twelve years old, or will I fight for her life?” He refused to surrender his hope and set out to seek Jesus.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the crowd, there was a woman who had endured twelve years of bleeding. Her struggle had begun the very year Jairus’s daughter was born. Year after year—one, two, three, up to eleven—she spent all she had on doctors but was no better. Yet in the twelfth year, when she heard that Jesus was passing by, she said, “I will not let my long-awaited healing slip away; I must touch Him.” (Mark 5:28).

Both individuals made their journey to Jesus, and both received what they had long waited and fought for.

What can we learn today?

There comes a time when we must contend for the vision and calling God has placed in our hearts, even when opposition rises like a flood. The enemy may attempt to extinguish your God-given dreams, but do not allow them to die. Commit them to Jesus, who said: “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28).

Some have already begun serving God but were derailed by fear, trials, or spiritual attacks. Do not allow the pain you have endured to be wasted. Remember, there are others still praying for what you already have, pressing on without giving up, trusting that Jesus will answer them.

The “twelve years” for Jairus’s daughter was not the same “twelve years” for the woman’s suffering—yet both encountered breakthrough at the feet of Jesus. In the same way, your present trials should not halt the ministry or purpose God has entrusted to you. “Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart” (Galatians 6:9).

To overcome, we must press forward. Whether in ministry or any pursuit that aligns with God’s will, do not lose hope. Keep waiting on Him, for “those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength” (Isaiah 40:31).

May the Lord bless you richly. Shalom!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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What Does the Bible Say About Marriage?

 

Marriage is more than a social or legal contract—it is a divine covenant instituted by God at creation (Genesis 2:24, ESV). It is both a gift and a responsibility, serving as a visible picture of the spiritual relationship between Christ and His Church (Ephesians 5:25–27, ESV). Scripture presents marriage not only as a union for companionship and mutual support but as a sacred representation of God’s love, faithfulness, and redemptive purpose.

This message explores two dimensions of biblical marriage:

  1. Marriage Between a Man and a Woman

  2. The Spiritual Marriage Between Christ and the Church

1. Earthly Marriage: Husband and Wife

Earthly marriage reflects God’s design for human relationships and community. It’s rooted in sacrificial love, mutual respect, and covenantal commitment.

Genesis 2:24 (ESV) – “Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.”

This verse establishes God’s original design for marriage—monogamous, heterosexual, and lifelong.

Ephesians 5:25 (ESV) –

“Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”

The husband’s love should mirror Christ’s self-giving love—a love that sacrifices, protects, and redeems.

Ephesians 5:33 (ESV) –

“However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband.”

Mutual honor sustains a marriage: love from the husband, respect from the wife.

 Hebrews 13:4 (ESV) –

“Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous.”

Marriage is to be honored by the whole community and preserved in purity.

 Mark 10:9 (ESV) – “What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate.”

Jesus affirms the permanence of the marital bond. Divorce violates God’s ideal when done carelessly.

Proverbs 5:18 (ESV) –

“Let your fountain be blessed, and rejoice in the wife of your youth.”

God calls spouses to delight in one another and nurture lasting joy.

1 Peter 3:7 (ESV) – “

Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel… so that your prayers may not be hindered.”

Husbands must lead with wisdom and honor; failure to do so can even affect one’s relationship with God.

Malachi 2:14–16 (ESV) – “

She is your companion and your wife by covenant… For the man who does not love his wife but divorces her… covers his garment with violence, says the LORD.”

God takes marital vows seriously and hates unfaithfulness within marriage.

Song of Solomon 8:6–7 (ESV) –

“Love is strong as death… Many waters cannot quench love.”

The poetic language here reveals the passionate, enduring nature of godly love.

2. Spiritual Marriage: Christ and the Church

In the New Testament, marriage also symbolizes the relationship between Christ (the Bridegroom) and the Church (His Bride). This imagery reveals deep spiritual truths about salvation, holiness, and eternal union with God.

Ephesians 5:31–32 (ESV) – “

This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church.”

Earthly marriage points to a greater mystery—Christ’s redemptive covenant with His people.

Revelation 19:9 (ESV) –

“Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.”


This heavenly banquet represents the eternal joy and union of Christ with His Church at the end of the age.

Revelation 21:2 (ESV) –

“And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven… prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.”

The Church is portrayed as a bride beautifully prepared for eternal communion with Christ.

Isaiah 54:5 (ESV) –

“For your Maker is your husband, the LORD of hosts is his name.”

This Old Testament image expresses God’s covenant love and faithfulness to His people.

2 Corinthians 11:2 (ESV) – “

I betrothed you to one husband, to present you as a pure virgin to Christ.”

The Church is called to remain pure and faithful, awaiting the return of her Bridegroom.

Matthew 25:1–13 (ESV) –

The parable of the ten virgins emphasizes readiness for Christ’s return. Only those prepared will enter the eternal celebration.

Final Reflection

Marriage—both earthly and spiritual—is sacred. As believers, we are called to honor the covenant of marriage and also prepare ourselves as the Bride of Christ. Just as earthly weddings culminate in a joyful feast, so will our heavenly union with Christ be celebrated in the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.

To be part of that eternal celebration, we must believe in Jesus, be baptized, and live lives that please Him (John 3:16, Romans 6:4, Titus 2:11–12).

May the Lord bless your marriage and your walk with Him.
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