15 Most Common Reasons for Divorce You Must Know!

15 Most Common Reasons for Divorce You Must Know!

Divorce is painful to couples and unhealthy to their future generations. So, it is wise to know the common reasons for divorce which helps you to make your marriage stronger and unbreakable.

Today’s sermon highlights the popular and unpopular causes of divorce. And the intension of this message is to discourage divorce at all cost because God hates divorce.

For the LORD God of Israel says that He hates divorce, for it covers one’s garment with violence,” says the LORD of hosts. “Therefore, take heed to your spirit, that you do not deal treacherously.”” (Malachi 2:16)

According to the United Nations, the Maldives has the highest divorce rate, with 10.97 divorces taking place per 1,000 people each year. Belarus has the second highest worldwide divorce rate, with 4.63 per 1,000, followed by the US.

The CDC reports that there are approximately 827,000 divorces every year. That is roughly 68,916 divorces per month or 2,265 divorces per day.

It would be a joy to the LORD if the number of Christians in these statistics can tend towards zero…

15 Major Reasons for Divorce You Must Avoid!

1. Young Age; A lasting marriage won’t be too impatient to start at teenage or adolescent age.

2. Lack of sound Courtship period; Failure to understand individual difference to some extent before marriage can short-live such relationship. Your courtship must not be a short one and if it doesn’t flow then your marriage cannot be successful.

3. Little or no education on marriage; Learning from Elders, Pastors and other counsellors before marriage helps to destroy the forces of divorce.

4. Financial recklessness; Divorce is imminent if marriage starts on a poverty level or lack of knowledge on money management.

5. Not ready to take responsibilities; when one or both partners lack commitment to sustain the home when things get tough.

6. Toxic communication; careless talks, hot argument, verbal abuse, coarse jokes, not having time to listen to each other must be avoided in marriage.

7. Long-distance marriage; God did not design marriage for husband and wife to live separately.

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

8. Religious difference; It is too risky in this generation for a Christian to marry someone who is not knowledgeable and faithful to the word of God in the Bible.

9. Sexual intimacy; It’s uncommon for both couples to have the same drive, so both must shift ground for a common point of understanding.

10. Extramarital affairs; Exercise self-control when dealing with opposite sex.

11. Addiction; Drug abuse, alcoholics and gambling are terrible features that kills marriage.

12. Domestic Abuse; Angry moment is inevitable but hitting your spouse is demonic. Go out for a walk when the room is tensed.

13. Cohabitation; Living together with your partner before marriage would likely cause divorce in the future because it is against the plan of God for a happy marriage.

14. Premarital pregnancy; This is a fruit of fornication against God’s will.

15. Parents’ divorce; You and your spouse must put extra effort to keep your marriage by not following the footstep of your parents who subscribed to divorce as a best option.

The points above are the features that leads to divorce, so be faithful to the LORD and to your spouse and avoid all the reasons for divorce.

Christian Spiritual Journey: 10 Guidelines for a Safe Trip!

Christian Spiritual Journey: 10 Guidelines for a Safe Trip!

Christian spiritual journey is the activities you do every day through Jesus Christ with the strong determination to gain Heaven.

Today’s sermon would broaden your knowledge about Christian spiritual journey and how to survive the rough path.

Types of Spiritual Journey

There are two types of spiritual journey;

1. Christ-like Spiritual Journey

This journey requires constant obedience to the instructions of the Holy Spirit and the use of Bible as the spiritual map.

Jesus says: “Enter by the narrow gate…Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it. (Matthew 7:13-14)

2. Demonic Spiritual Journey

Devil is the instructor of this course. Example of such practices include; conjure of spirits, astral projection, witchcraft, bloody rituals etc.

Jesus warned: “…for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it.” (Matthew 7:13)

When Does a Spiritual Journey Starts?

It starts from the ‘womb’ when God forms your body, soul and spirit. We are spiritually formed, so everything that happens in the physical realm has a spiritual implication.

Your spiritual journey starts when you don’t know the difference between good and bad and the Angel of the LORD have the responsibility to guide you.

Jesus says: “Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven.” (Matthew 18:10)

But, the presence of God’s Angel in your life may be short-lived if your parents were not faithful to the LORD and at that moment the Devil takes over the spiritual journey.

I grew up to know that the Devil’s spiritual journey I followed could not give me eternal rest so I quit and followed Jesus Christ.

How to Start a Christian Spiritual Journey?

“Then Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me.”

The following steps are vital for you to enjoy a successful trip with the LORD:

1. Quit the Devil

2. Come to Jesus Christ

3. Confess your sins to the LORD

4. Be baptised

5. Read your Bible daily and Meditate the Word of God

6. Live an obedient life as directed by the LORD

7. Share the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus with your friends.

When you follow the seven steps above, then your Christian spiritual journey will start on a solid rocky foundation.

What Happens on a Christian Spiritual Journey?

I would sincerely tell you the truth that the spiritual journey with Jesus Christ is not a smooth one. There is time to climb the steep mountains, move through the thick forest and stay at the dry and wet valleys before proceeding on the rough narrow path.

Jesus says: “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33)

There is bad times, good seasons, trials and temptations. Time to mourn and time to give birth. So, don’t be discouraged!

Matthew chapter 10 verse 16 says: “Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore, be wise as serpents and harmless as doves.”

Why is the Christian Journey a Rough One?

You have made the right choice by becoming a Christian. But, don’t turn back when you go through the tough part of the spiritual journey.

Many people walk through the demonic spiritual journey because they are deceived with sweet things of this world which are short-lived. And, unfortunately the end of their journey leads to hell fire.

Christians spiritual journey is a rough one on earth due to the presence of the Devil who strive to attack and discourage us from getting to Heaven.

Read Revelation chapter 12 to have a deep spiritual understanding for the reason Christian spiritual journey is tougher than the demonic path.

And the dragon was enraged with the woman, and he went to make war with the rest of her offspring, who keep the commandments of God and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.” (Revelation 12:17)

10 Tips for a Safe Trip to Heaven

1. Do personal fellowship with the LORD every day.

2. Invite the Holy Spirit to permanently control you.

3. Identify your spiritual gift(s) and use it for God’s glory.

4. Advance from feeding on spiritual milk to spiritual meat.

5. Your spiritual growth must progressively tend towards maturity.

6. Holiness must be your watch word.

7. Don’t take God’s grace for granted.

8. Be watchful and don’t be carried away by the flashy things on earth.

9. Be hardworking and invest your treasury in heaven by helping the poor.

10. Don’t love anything on earth more than your GOD.

The tips above are extracted from the scriptures, I followed them and I have testimonies to give every day. I advise you to write these tips and obey them. You would surely have a safe trip on your Christian spiritual journey in Jesus’ name. 

Spiritual Deliverance: 22 Bible Verses you Need for Freedom!

Spiritual Deliverance: 22 Bible Verses you Need for Freedom!

Spiritual deliverance means freedom from all evil influences and ability to take all authority over the Devil.

Jesus Christ knew we would have to go through battle every day, so he encouraged us to pray against Satan all the time when He thought His disciples on how to pray:” … And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one…” (Matthew 6:13)

Are you going through an overwhelming spiritual attack? Or you thought the evil forces oppressing your life won’t go? Don’t give-up because today’s sermon will give you a long list of the bible verses to read and meditate upon. I worked on them with faith in Jesus Christ and I am stable in spiritual deliverance.

5 Bible Verses for Deliverance from Sin

1. “For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death.” (Romans 8:2)

2. “For sin shall not have dominion over you, for you are not under law but under grace.” (Romans 6:14)

3. “Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” (James 5:16)

4. “The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.” (Proverbs 15:29)

5. “He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love, in whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins.” (Colossians 1:13-14)

12 Bible Verses for Spiritual Deliverance from Evil spirit

1. “Therefore, submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.” (James 4:7)

2. “For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds.” (2 Corinthians 10:3-4)

3. “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world.” (1 Peter 5:8-9)

4. “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.” (Revelation 12:11)

5. Assuredly, I say to you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you lose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” (Matthew 18:18)

6. “Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” (Luke 10:19)

7. “But the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one.” (2 Thessalonians 3:3)

8. “The LORD will cause your enemies who rise against you to be defeated before your face; they shall come out against you one way and flee before you seven ways.” (Deuteronomy 28:7)

9. “Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.” (Ephesians 6:11-12)

10. That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth.” (Philippians 2:10)

11. “You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.” (1 John 4:4)

12. “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is from Me,” Says the LORD.” (Isaiah 54:17)

5 Bible Verses for Freedom from Spiritual Affliction

1. “Then they cried out to the LORD in their trouble, And He saved them out of their distresses. He sent His word and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction.” (Psalm 107:19-20)

2. “…and they brought to Him all sick people who were afflicted with various diseases and torments, and those who were demon-possessed, epileptics, and paralytics; and He healed them.” (Matthew 4:24)

3. “Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; Save me, and I shall be saved, For You are my praise.” (Jeremiah 17:14)

4. You are my hiding place; You shall preserve me from trouble; You shall surround me with songs of deliverance.” (Psalm 32:7)

5. “I waited patiently for the LORD; And He inclined to me, and heard my cry. He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my steps.” (Psalm 40:1-2)

I had once experienced bad times with the Devil but today I am a living witness to share with you that if you have a consistent personal relationship with the LORD, you would have a perfect spiritual deliverance.

Don’t be afraid of temptations and never go off-balance when the Devil roar at you. I implore you to have faith in Jesus, read and meditate on the bible verses above. And your prayerful life would yield the spiritual deliverance you desired.

May the LORD set you free as you obey His rules of holiness in Jesus’ name.

Who is Jesus and What is the Truth about Christ?

Who is Jesus and What is the Truth about Christ?

Jesus is not an incarnate of the Almighty GOD as speculated by the false teachers. They blasphemed against the LORD. So, who is Jesus? The response is not ambiguous; Jesus referred to GOD as His Father in His speech and in more than two occasions the LORD announced Jesus Christ publicly as His Son. So, how could you believe the false teaching of the incarnation or holy trinity?

Today’s sermon about ‘who is Jesus’ is a sensitive one which the Devil uses to mislead people, but I would share the truth about Jesus Christ with you through the authority of the LORD upon me.

In one of the great visions the LORD revealed to me to preach to the world about the Final Judgement;

“I saw two groups with their respective leader in the front. GOD in His Majesty said to the group on the left: “The Devil has been doing bad so he is judged to the lake of fire”. Instantly, the Devil and his members were handcuffed automatically, shaking their bowed heads in sorrow and hopelessness.

The LORD spoke to the group on the right and said: “Jesus has been doing good so He is Victorious”. There was a great immeasurable Joy, dancing, clapping and songs of victory in the midst of Jesus and his members.”

The vision I narrated above shows that Jesus is not equal to the LORD and it emphasizes the scriptural facts that Jesus is a servant of GOD and the LORD would forever be His Master.

Jesus says: “You have heard Me say to you, ‘I am going away and coming back to you.’ If you loved Me, you would rejoice because I said, ‘I am going to the Father,’ for My Father is greater than I.” (John 14:28)

When Was Jesus Born?

Jesus’ date of birth was not mentioned in the Bible, but most biblical scholars assume a year of birth between 6 and 4 BC. Note that the birthday of Jesus is not the Christmas day. 25th of December is a day for idolatrous festival which the papacy thought fixing the same day as Christmas celebration could attract the idol worshippers to the church. So, no record is available to tell us the exact day Jesus was born!

Where Was Jesus’ Place of Birth?

The book of Luke chapter 2 states that Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea. And he grew up in Nazareth of Galilee so, Jesus was a Galilean.

What Are Names of Jesus?

“Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favour with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call His name JESUS.”

“He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David.”” (Luke 1:30-32)

The LORD also announced Jesus’ identity to the people as recorded in the book of Matthew chapter 3 verse 16 and 17: “When He had been baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; … And suddenly a voice came from heaven, saying,This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”

Yeshua is Jesus’ name in Hebrew (which means “the Lord is salvation.”) and the Greek transliteration of Yeshua was Iesous, and was transliterated into Latin as Iesus and later became the English name, Jesus.

What is the Difference Between Jesus and Christ?

Christ was not originally a name but a title derived from the Greek word χριστός (chrīstós), which translates to the Hebrew term meshiah and English as Messiah, meaning “the anointed one”.

So, ‘Christ’ qualifies the name of Jesus as the Anointed Messiah sent for our salvation.

Who is the Father of Jesus Christ?

The only One without an explicit origin is GOD and when you ask who is Jesus, it is important to know His Father. And, Jesus told us several times that His Father is no one other than Jehovah, the Almighty GOD in Heaven.

Jesus never mentioned Joseph as His Father (because Joseph was a caretaker) and He refused to celebrate Mary as His mother because she was a ‘vessel’. So, beware of churches that celebrate ‘Mary – mother of Jesus’.

Listen to Jesus in this bible reference: “Then one said to Him, “Look, your mother and Your brothers are standing outside, seeking to speak with You… And He stretched out His hand toward His disciples and said, “Here are My mother and My brothers! For whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother and sister and mother.” (Matthew 12:46-50)

Does Jesus Have a Wife?

If there are four different books about the events of Jesus Christ when on earth and none mentioned Jesus’ wife then it would be wrong for you to believe anyone coming up with a conspiracy after 2000 years.

I felt bad when I heard about the book written by Simcha and Barrie.  And I knew it’s all about the effort of the devil to distract us with unnecessary argument.

When Matthew was mentioning the women ministering to Jesus in Matthew chapter 27 verse 56, he did not mention anyone as Jesus’ wife. So, why should you believe the book of someone or a group of people who were not there when Jesus was on earth?

Prophecy that Proves that Jesus is the Messiah

I would love to make reference to the prophecy of prophet Isaiah read by Jesus in the synagogue:

“And He was handed the book of the prophet Isaiah. And when He had opened the book, He found the place where it was written:

“The Spirit of the LORD is upon Me, Because He has anointed Me To preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the broken-hearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed;

To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD.”

And He began to say to them, “Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.”” (Luke 4:17-21, Isaiah 61:1)

7 Major Mission of Jesus Christ to the World?

1. To change our old orientation about life.

2. The saviour who teaches us the best lifestyle to live.

3. To show us God’s passion and love for our salvation.

4. Paid the last sacrifice for cleansing the sins of all sinners.

5. Reconcile our relationship with the LORD.

6. Destruction of Devil’s bondage in our lives.

7. Manifest the Power of Resurrection for us to gain eternal life in Heaven.

Praise God-Hallelujah!

I believe today’s sermon explains who is Jesus and his role on earth. So, don’t be deceived by the evil conspiracy of the holy trinity in the church.

In every sacrificial rite there is a giver and a receiver, I want you to always ask those false teachers that; “who accepts the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross if GOD who ought to be the receiver is the ‘sacrificial lamb’?

Jesus specifically tells us His status and functions which are absolutely different from the LORD. Read the book of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John in the Bible for more understanding.

I implore you to obey the teachings of Jesus Christ because the only way to enjoy eternal heaven is to stay firm in a steady relationship with the Almighty LORD.

20 Spiritual Blessings for the Faithful Christians!

20 Spiritual Blessings for the Faithful Christians!

Spiritual blessings from the LORD are immeasurable benefits that cannot be given by man, science or the Devil. No regrets or limitations from the spiritual gains you can receive through Jesus Christ.

Everyone has a spiritual make-up, so you might be wondering if there is any spiritual blessing available for you despite your present situation as a faithful Christian.

Don’t worry! Today’s sermon reveals the major spectacular spiritual blessings you stand to gain if you live in Jesus Christ forever.

Quotes on Spiritual Blessings

I would love to share three powerful quotes by some great men with you. Their words encouraged me so much when I need help:

1. Billy Graham

“May you also remember this thanksgiving not only the obvious gifts that God has given you, but His spiritual blessings, as well. The greatest gift of all is Jesus Christ, and the salvation God offers us in Him.”

2. R. Miller

God does not give His grace as He gives His sunshine – pouring it out on all alike. He discriminates in spiritual blessings. He gives strength according to our need. His eye is ever on us in tender, watchful love, and what we need He supplies.”

3. John Calvin

“The whole comes to this, that Christ, when he produces faith in us by the agency of His Spirit, at the same time engrafts us into His body, that we may become partakers of all spiritual blessings.”

What are Spiritual Blessings?

Spiritual blessings are favour and benefits from the LORD who is the Creator of spirits. The spiritual benefits are rewards from Him given to you as the fruits of obedience to His commands related to your spiritual life.

Examples include; Inheritance of God’s kingdom, forgiveness, wisdom, spiritual growth, God’s grace, salvation and eternal life.

How to Receive Spiritual Benefits

Spiritual benefits are not for everyone but the good news is that the gifts are not restricted to a tribe or country. The following steps are the best way to receive the spiritual blessings:

1. You must accept Jesus Christ as the Messiah sent by the LORD as the last sacrifice to redeem you from the power of sin.

2. Confess your sins and rededicate your life to live like Jesus Christ.

3. Be baptised in the name of Jesus Christ.

4. Your obedience to the word of the LORD in the Bible is paramount.

5. Always share the good news of salvation with people.

“Then Peter said to them, “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”” (Act 2:38)

3 Major Spiritual Blessings in Ephesians

Ephesians chapter 1 is a famous passage written by Paul to the saints in Ephesus. Spiritual Blessings in heavenly places means the supernatural gifts that goes beyond human knowledge. Such Blessings in Christ include:

1. Power of Holiness

“Just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in love.” (Verse 4)

2. Gift of Heavenly Citizenship

“Having predestined us to adoption as sons by Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the good pleasure of His will.” (Verse 5)

3. Blessings of Heavenly Inheritance

“In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will.” (Verse 11)

20 Spiritual Blessings in Jesus Christ!

Spiritual blessings for you are so many and not limited to the following:

1. Mercy in all ways

2. Peaceful life

3. Freedom from bondage of evil

4. Your name written in the Book of Life

5. Jesus Christ your heavenly Intercessor

6. Victory over fear of death

7. Devil under your foot

8. Divine Knowledge

9. Divine Wisdom

10. Forgiveness

11. God’s Kingdom

12. Power of Resurrection

13. Immeasurable Joy

14. Gift of Holy Spirit

15. Spiritual Growth

16. Eternal life of enjoyment

17. Salvation

18. God’s Grace

19. Glorious Transformation

20. Release of Agape Love

I implore you to give your life to the LORD and you would enjoy all these spiritual blessings mentioned above. Are you ready?