Bishop Prof. Julius O. Soyinka

The Book of Remembrance Study Text: Malachi 3:16–18 Introduction: - There are times when it seems heaven is silent and man is forgotten,  when prayers appear unanswered and good deeds unnoticed. Yet, our God is not unjust to forget (Hebrews 6:10).  - He keeps records which are divine, detailed, and dependable. The Book of Remembrance is God’s eternal archive of faithful service, sincere devotion, and sacrificial love. - This message explores how God remembers, rewards, and restores those written in His heavenly record, and we shall be discussing it under three subheadings: 1.  Divine Recording  2.  Divine Rewarding  3.  Divine Restoring  1.  Divine Recording  - God is a meticulous recorder. Every act of faith, every tear shed in prayer, every unseen labour of love is captured in His heavenly chronicle. A. The People Remembered 1.  Those who fear the Lord — reverent hearts who honour His Word. 2.  Those who fellowship faithfully...

The Secret of Sustained Supernatural Strength  Study Text: Isaiah 40:31 Introduction: - Every believer encounters moments of exhaustion — when prayers seem delayed, when strength feels drained, and when hope is faint. - But our God is not the God of the ground; He is the God of the great heights. - He calls us not to crawl in defeat but to climb and soar in dominion. -This verse is a spiritual strategy for supernatural strength and a divine flight manual for the believer. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings:  1.  The Portrait of an Amazing Bird 2.  The Patience of an Aspiring Believer 3.  The Power of an Awesome Benefactor  1.  The Portrait of an Amazing Bird  - The eagle is Heaven’s chosen emblem of spiritual excellence. It is not a common bird, but a creature of covenant altitude. - There are four key portraits of an eagle: 1.  Vision – The eagle sees far. You cannot fly higher than your vision. (Proverbs 29:18) 2....

How Well Are You Using Your Gifts? Study Text: Matthew 25:14–30; Romans 12:4–8 Introduction: - The believers have the responsibility to recognize, develop, and diligently use their God-given gifts for the glory of God and the advancement of His kingdom. - Every child of God has been endowed with divine gifts—spiritual abilities, natural talents, and divine opportunities —to fulfill God’s purpose on earth. - No believer is giftless. The tragedy, however, is that many neglect, bury, or misuse their gifts. - In the parable of the talents (Matthew 25:14–30), Jesus tells us that each servant received gifts “according to his ability.” The issue wasn’t the size of the gift but the faithfulness in using it. - So the question today is not “Do you have a gift?” but rather “How well are you using your gift?” - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Source of your Gifts 2.  The Significance of your Gifts 3.  The Stirring of your Gifts  1. The Source of...

Let The Fire Fall Study Text: 1 Kings 18:36–39 Introduction: - Throughout Scripture, the fire of God symbolizes His presence, power, purity, and passion. -  When fire falls, hearts are stirred, sin is consumed, altars are ignited, and nations turn back to God. - In Elijah’s day, the people of Israel were caught between two opinions: worshipping God and Baal. It took the fire of God to restore true worship and national revival. - Today, we need that same fire — in our hearts, homes, churches, and nation. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Action of the Fire 2.  The Absence of the Fire 3.  The Attributes of the Fire  1. The Action of the Fire - Fire in Scripture represents several divine realities: 1.  God’s Presence – Exodus 3:2 – The burning bush. 2.  God’s Power – Acts 2:3 – Tongues of fire on the apostles. 3.  God’s Purity – Malachi 3:2-3 – He purifies as a refiner’s fire. 4.  God’s Passion – Jeremiah 20:9 –...

The Power of Unwavering Faith  Study Text: Mark 11:22–26 Introduction: - In this passage, Jesus teaches His disciples one of the greatest spiritual laws in the kingdom: the law of faith.  - It came right after the miracle of the withered fig tree, a living illustration that faith-filled words have power. But Jesus didn’t stop there; He also connected faith with prayer and forgiveness. - Faith moves mountains, but unforgiveness builds them. - This message today challenges us to develop mountain-moving faith rooted in forgiveness and prayerful confidence in God. - We shall be discussing the topic under four subheadings: 1.  The Command of Faith 2.  The Confession of Faith 3.  The Conditions of Faith 4.  The Character of Faith  1. The Command of Faith  - Faith is not optional; it is the believer’s lifeline. - Jesus didn’t say “Have faith in things” or “Have faith in people,” but “Have faith in God.” - True faith rests not on our ability, or on what w...

Turn Away from Anger Study Text: Ephesians 4:26–27 Introduction: - Anger is one of the most common emotions in human life. -  Everyone has felt it, but the Bible warns us that uncontrolled anger leads to destruction, broken relationships, and sin. -  God calls us to turn away from anger, not by denying our emotions, but by submitting them to His Spirit. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Cause of Anger 2.  The Cost of  Anger 3.  The Cure for Anger  1. The Cause of Anger  - Anger is a strong emotional response to hurt, frustration, or injustice. - Anger is a natural emotion, but if left unchecked, it can destroy lives, relationships, and destinies. - Often triggered by provocation, pride, or pain. James 4:1 – Conflicts arise from desires warring within us. - Anger may come naturally, but handling it wisely is supernatural. With Christ in us, we can turn away from anger and walk in peace. - Not all anger is sin: Jesu...