BIBLE IN A YEAR: Heb.11-13
FIRE: EVIDENCE OF VICTORY
MEMORIZE: "Then the fire of the LORD fell, and consumed the burnt sacrifice, and the wood, and the stones, and the dust, and licked up the water that was in the trench" (1 Kings 18:38)
READ: 1 Kings 18:37-40
The presence of divine fire is an evidence of answered prayers and accepted offerings. In addition, it signifies total victory over enemies. In the battle of the gods on Mount Carmel, fire was the instrument that was mutually agreed should determine the winning party. The 450 Baal prophets could not get their gods to send fire. In the past, they would use magic to manipulate cutting of bodies with knives and lancets without marks or wounds. Such magical performances made Israel believe they were powerful prophets. But the day Elijah challenged them to a duel, their magical powers failed them. As they cut themselves, instead of entertainment, they got woe-tainment. They started bleeding. Those who cut themselves deep emptied their intestines. A display of power became a display of emptiness, shame and disgrace. As you ask God to rekindle His fire in your life, the operation of Baal prophets in your life, family, ministry and destiny will be reduced to total disgrace and shame. As you go into God’s presence, thirsty after the divine fire, all your known and unknown enemies will be roasted in Jesus’ Name.
“And they took the bullock which was given them, and they dressed it, and called on the name of Baal from morning even until noon, saying, O Baal, hear us. But there was no voice, nor any that answered. And they leaped upon the altar which was made” (1 Kings 18:26). The prophets of Baal cried to their gods beyond the appointed time, yet there was no answer, not even a voice. The voice they used to hear suddenly stopped. They were left alone when they needed that god the most. This is exactly how Satan pays his followers. Satan may brag and make a lot of noise, but he is chicken-hearted. Satan knows his limits. After deceiving his followers that he is more powerful than the God of Christians - his Creator, he abandons them when there is a confrontation. He knows he is no match for God so he runs while his followers foolishly face the music. Anyone who confronts your God this season is in trouble. Hand the battle over to the Consuming Fire. Before long, such a contender and his gods will be roasted. Whenever your God is challenged, happily accept it, and call on Him to defend His name. You will surely see the defeat of those enemies! As long as the fire of God burns in your life, no man or woman will be able to stand before you.
ACTIONPOINT: Complaining to man is a futile act, reporting problems to God is an eventful act. One is definitely better than the other.
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The Household of Faith
The Household of Faith, a ministry of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), was established in Chicago, Illinois in 2004.
The Pastor in Charge of the church is Pastor Akin Gbenro.
This ministry has over 250 members within the the Chicago and Indianapolis Area.
The Pastor in Charge of the church is Pastor Akin Gbenro.
This ministry has over 250 members within the the Chicago and Indianapolis Area.
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG)
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has a vision to spread the Word of God to the ends of the earth. It is a Bible believing church, where the teaching and a missionary approach emphasize the proper conduct and moral behavior of people. The church has an appeal to all types of people worldwide, with a determination to teach people in their various geographical areas, stages of secular life and levels of spiritual development.
The General Overseer of the church is Pastor E.A. Adeboye.
The church was founded in 1952 and since then, the church has grown to over 5,000 parishes worldwide with a total congregational strength of over one million people.
Presently, there are established missions in many African countries, as well as Europe, Asia, the United States, the Caribbean, Canada, South America and Australia.
RCCG has also been involved in establishing schools, rehabilitation centers, child care and support centers.
The General Overseer of the church is Pastor E.A. Adeboye.
The church was founded in 1952 and since then, the church has grown to over 5,000 parishes worldwide with a total congregational strength of over one million people.
Presently, there are established missions in many African countries, as well as Europe, Asia, the United States, the Caribbean, Canada, South America and Australia.
RCCG has also been involved in establishing schools, rehabilitation centers, child care and support centers.
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ONE THING WE NEED TO BE CAREFUL ABOUT IS
- for the fact that GOD has given us assurance and protection through this message, that doesnt mean we should start being non tolerant there by snaping off every little statement or insult said to us.
- This message should even make us more humble in the lord and we should NOT act with over confidence even in the things we say to others so that pride might not come into our lives..we need to be really careful with this things GOD has given us
GOD HELP US IN JESUS NAME..AMEN!
TO GOD BE ALL THE GLORY!...AMEN!
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