12 Things to Know About Speaking in Tongues!

Posted by Oct 28, 2021 Gospel Evangelism, Holy Word Leave a Comment
12 Things to Know About Speaking in Tongues!

To know about speaking in tongues is like acquiring a knowledge that tends towards infinity. Have you been side-lined in the church because you can’t speak in tongues? Are you confused about the subject matter? Or you are getting frustrated about Christianity because of this spiritual gift? Don’t worry!

Today’s sermon would clear the confusion and open your mind to understand the cogent facts to know about speaking in tongues.

What is Speaking in Tongues?

Speaking in tongues can be a temporary sign used by God upon you to show the unbelievers that you are from the LORD. It can also be a spiritual gift which has a permanent tendency in you to speak an untaught foreign language.

Controversy About Gift of Tongues

Many false teachings are everywhere about the gift of speaking in tongues and I am also careful not to contribute to the heresies online.

Every word I share with you today is based on the sincere content and context of the subject matter in the Bible coupled with my non-conflicting personal experience with the LORD.    

Note the following truth:

1. Speaking in tongues is solely controlled by the Spirit of the LORD.

2. There is nothing like meaningless language; you either speak an earthly meaningful language or heavenly one interpreted for you by the Holy Spirit. Don’t forget that the source of language starts from heaven. QUOTE Tower of Babel

3. If you speak and there is neither a human interpreter nor the divine Interpreter, it is wise to shut up so you won’t run into brain trouble.

4. It is absolutely wrong and ungodly to go learn ‘speaking in tongues’ in a school of theology or under the supervision of anyone.

5. The LORD chooses who would posses the gift, so it is not a mandatory ticket for everyone. However, it is not a factor for your entry into heaven.

12 Revelations to Know About Speaking in Tongues

1. The speaking in tongues on the day of Pentecost were real languages of some tribes.

“Then they were all amazed and marvelled, saying to one another, “Look, are not all these who speak Galileans? And how is it that we hear, each in our own language in which we were born?”” (Act 2:7-8)

2. Speaking in tongues is a sign from the LORD, you can’t acquire it through the church doctrine or School of theology.

“And these signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues.” (Mark 16:17)

3. None of the disciples of Jesus who experienced the Day of Pentecost made a sermon for compulsory “speaking in tongue”.

4. Paul mentioned another dimension of speaking in tongues which Apostle Peter referred to as confusing.

Paul says: “For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God, for no one understands him; however, in the spirit he speaks mysteries.” (First Corinthians 14:2)

Apostle Peter referred to Paul’s statement: “as also in all his epistles, speaking in them of these things, in which are some things hard to understand, which untaught and unstable people twist to their own destruction, as they do also the rest of the Scriptures.” (Second Peter 3:16)

5. I authoritatively share with you that Devil hears speaking in tongues, so don’t be deceived!

6. There are many false teachings about this topic, so don’t be desperate about this spiritual gift.

7. Speak in tongues is NOT the mandatory sign to show spiritual baptism. Many occurrences of spirit-filling without speaking in tongues were recorded. Please read: Act chapter 2:37-42; 8:26-40; 9:1-19; 13:44-52; 16:11-15; 16:25-34; 17:1-10a; 17:10b-15; 17:16-33; 18:1-11; and Act chapter 18:24-28

8. This spiritual gift is not a supremacy to others. Read First Corinthians chapter 12 verse 7 to 11.

9. It is an act of disorderliness when everyone is speaking in tongues in the church without any interpreter. (First Corinthians 14:26-29)

10. Paul’s wish is for everyone to speak in tongues and that is not God’s commandment. (First Corinthians 14:5)

11. When the Holy Spirit controls your private fellowship to the Lord, it is possible your tongue switches from the language you know to an unknown one. I experienced such, it is real! (First Corinthians 14:2)

12. Speaking in tongues was the first sign proving the evidence of Spirit-filled but it was not the only sign approved by the LORD.

It is obvious to know about speaking in tongues that it is utterance given by the LORD and not through learning a language sequence or saying rubbish. It is good to note that no misconception of Paul’s statement shall justify the bastardized model of speaking in tongues in our generation.

I speak in tongues and can interpret as well but I dear not abuse the gift if there is no inspiration from the Holy Spirit.

I encourage you to be focused in the LORD and appreciate the spiritual gift He gives to you. Please, don’t be desperate to speak in tongues because it might put you in more spiritual and psychological troubles you don’t deserve.

10 Secrets for Christian to be More Than a Conqueror!

Posted by Oct 16, 2021 Holy Word, Word of Faith Leave a Comment
10 Secrets for Christian to be More Than a Conqueror!

To be more than a conqueror means you are a Christian who is exceptionally victorious in all the challenges and tribulations that come your way.

Are you going through a bitter moment and you thought the enemies had won? Or you’d done all you know best and the outcomes are worse than ever? Don’t give up! Today’s sermon would give you the solutions to be more than a conqueror.

Bible Verses For “more than a Conqueror”

Paul said: “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?”

“As it is written: “For Your sake we are killed all day long; We are accounted as sheep for the slaughter.”

“Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.”

“For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come,”

“Nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.””

(Romans chapter 8 verse 35 to 39)

10 Wise Ways to Become Victorious in all Battles

1. Don’t celebrate sin because it’s a strong weapon of the Devil.

2. Always act the righteous characters to correct your confessed sins.

3. Your daily fellowship with the LORD through prayers, bible studies, meditation and worship songs cannot be overemphasized.

4. Hold your faith in the LORD very firm at the toughest point of bias!

5. Your thought is a powerful weapon for the enemies, so always renew your mind under God’s control.

6. Don’t copy the corrupt worldly style of getting results because it would backfire.

7. You would be more than a conqueror when you always acknowledge the Blood of Jesus upon your life.

8. When battles come, always recite the testimonies of Jesus and the word of God.

9. Resist the devil when he comes gently or forcefully.

10. Equip yourself with the armour of God as described by Paul in his letter to the Ephesians.

“Therefore, take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

Above all, taking the shield of faith with which, you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” (Ephesians 6:13-17)

These powerful steps helped me to be victorious even when I was at the valley of death, the power of God made me more than a conqueror. I implore you to follow the steps and you shall be a winner!

30 Powerful Bible Verses about Humility

Posted by Sep 24, 2021 Holy Word, Word of Faith Leave a Comment
30 Powerful Bible Verses about Humility

Reading Bible verses about humility once a while is a powerful step that gives you power over pride which is a destructive trait chasing every one daily.  

Humility is an ability to see yourself as someone who;

1. Does not know all things,

2. Can’t have everything,

3. Must respect and love your neighbour and

4. You are not the best except God does the making.

Today’s message would be a blessing to your spiritual life if you always recite the following bible verses about humility.

15 Old Testament Bible Verses about Humility

1. “Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of the great; for it is better that he says to you, “Come up here,” than that you should be put lower in the presence of the prince, whom your eyes have seen.” (Proverbs 25:6-7)

2. “Do not be rash with your mouth, and let not your heart utter anything hastily before God. For God is in heaven, and you on earth; therefore, let your words be few.” (Ecclesiastes 5:2)

3. “And do you seek great things for yourself? Do not seek them; for behold, I will bring adversity on all flesh,” says the LORD. “But I will give your life to you as a prize in all places, wherever you go.”” (Jeremiah 45:5)

4. “So, I said: “Woe is me, for I am undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, The LORD of hosts.”” (Isaiah 6:5)

5. “O LORD, I know the way of man is not in himself; It is not in man who walks to direct his own steps.” (Jeremiah 10:23)

6. “Then Abraham answered and said, “Indeed now, I who am but dust and ashes have taken it upon myself to speak to the Lord.” (Genesis 18:27)

7. “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. Better to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.” (Proverb 16:18-19)

8. “But the meek shall inherit the earth, and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.” (Psalm 37:11)

9. “The humble He guides in justice, and the humble He teaches His way.” (Psalm 25:9)

10. “For You will save the humble people, but will bring down haughty looks.” (Psalm 18:27)

11. “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who heeds counsel is wise.” (Proverbs 12:15)

12. “Let another man praise you, and not your own mouth; a stranger, and not your own lips.” (Proverbs 27:2)

13. “Thus says the LORD: “Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, let not the mighty man glory in his might, nor let the rich man glory in his riches.” (Jeremiah 9:23)

14. “Seek the LORD, all you meek of the earth, who have upheld His justice. Seek righteousness, seek humility. It may be that you will be hidden in the day of the LORD’S anger.” (Zephaniah 2:3)

15. “For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He will beautify the humble with salvation.” (Psalm 149:4)

15 New Testament Bible Verses about Humility

1. “Therefore, lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.” (James 1:21)

2. “I tell you; this man went down to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” (Luke 18:14)

3. “And whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” (Matthew 23:12)

4. “But He gives more grace. Therefore, He says: “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”” (James 4:6)

5. “Therefore, humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time.” (1Peter 5:6)

6. “To speak evil of no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing all humility to all men.” (Titus 3:2)

7. “Therefore, whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 18:4)

8. “…but whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant. And whoever desires to be first among you, let him be your slave.” (Matthew 20:26-27)

9. “And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.” (Philippians 2:8)

10. “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” (Matthew 11:29)

11. “He has put down the mighty from their thrones, and exalted the lowly.” (Luke 1:52)

12. “Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tender-hearted, be courteous.” (1Peter 3:8)

13. “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.” (Philippians 2:3)

14. “Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion.” (Romans 12:16)

15. “Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by good conduct that his works are done in the meekness of wisdom.” (James 3:13)

I recommend reading these bible verses about humility because it would help you to have a successful step ahead of pride. May the LORD help us in Jesus name.

10 Ways to Overcome Pride on the Christian Race

Posted by Sep 13, 2021 Holy Word, Word of Faith 1 Comment
10 Ways to Overcome Pride on the Christian Race

If you can overcome pride then you have the devil under your feet! It is a common phenomenon that at a point in your Christian race the spirit of pride would love to wine and dine with you…

Since the only gift from pride is destruction then today’s message would teach you the steps to take to overcome pride.

How to Overcome Pride

1. Always remind yourself that you are a servant who takes order from GOD who is your Master.

“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his master.” (Matthew 10:24)

2. Regular reading of the Bible would help your conscious state of mind and you won’t fall into the temptation of pride.

3. One major step that helps Christians from a prideful lifestyle is the meditation on the Word of GOD every day.

“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” (2 Timothy 3:16)

4. Set your mind every morning to live your day in a way that Jesus Christ would have done.

“Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men.” (Philippians 2:5-7)

5. You can’t overcome pride if you always compete to have the new brands of worldly things such as; cars, clothes, cosmetics etc. which does not glorify the name of the LORD.

6. Engage yourself in evangelism to the lower-class, it humbles me when I do such.

7. If you notice any sign of pride then memorize the Bible verses that you think can best help you to resist it.

“Therefore, whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 18:4)

8. Do not joke with your personal relationship with the LORD! Always devote time to pray, worship and praise Him.

9. It is important you check and balance yourself daily and repent from any ‘sin’ that might look ‘harmless’ to you. Anyone with active sin cannot overcome pride!

10. Three major instruments of pride include; money, position and fame. So, if you have them kindly subject them to bless the poor without broadcasting on the media. This step would make you overcome pride and your wealth would also increase in heaven.

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.” (Matthew 6:19-20)   

I pray you overcome spirit of pride as you follow the steps above in Jesus’ name.

10 Major Signs of Pride that a Christian Must Avoid!

Posted by Sep 7, 2021 Holy Word, Word of Faith Leave a Comment
10 Major Signs of Pride that a Christian Must Avoid!

Signs of pride is a danger alert for every child of God. Since no one is immune against pride then it is wise for you do a frequent check and balance to eliminate any form of self-worth.

Today’s message gives a crucial list of prideful character that should not be allowed in your life. I read it often to put me on my toes!

What is Pride?

Pride is a feeling of great joy derived from one’s own skills and quality of wisdom that leads to significant success. It’s all about self-esteem, selfishness, self-worth, ego and self-respect. Pride does not sincerely give all the glory to the LORD.  

10 Vital Signs of Pride You Should Watch Out For!

1. Self-glorification; The love to impress people with your body shape and how your cosmetics can make you appear ‘exceptionally beautiful’.

“Your heart was lifted up because of your beauty; You corrupted your wisdom for the sake of your splendour; I cast you to the ground, I laid you before kings, that they might gaze at you.” (Ezekiel 28:17)

2. When you start having a thought that the success of your ministry, wealth or business is as a result of your organized skills.

“By your great wisdom in trade you have increased your riches, and your heart is lifted up because of your riches.” (Ezekiel 28:5)

3. Sign of pride manifest if you become satisfied and feel you do not need any more guidance or counsel from the LORD.

“When they had pasture, they were filled; They were filled and their heart was exalted; therefore, they forgot Me.” (Hosea 13:6)

4. To draw attention of people towards yourself that you are powerful.

“But when he was strong his heart was lifted up, to his destruction, for he transgressed against the LORD his God by entering the temple of the LORD to burn incense on the altar of incense.” (2 Chronicles 26:16)

5. A prideful person would always put-up disagreement when corrected.

“By pride comes nothing but strife, but with the well-advised is wisdom.” (Proverbs 13:10)

6. Humble lifestyle is a taboo for a heart full of pride.

“But He gives more grace. Therefore, He says: “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” (James 4:6)

7. They believe that all knowledge is with them and they get irritated when someone else is teaching.

8. The pride of spirituality is so high that they tell people their strength of fasting, boast about spiritual gifts and the likes.

“Moreover, when you fast, do not be like the hypocrites, with a sad countenance. For they disfigure their faces that they may appear to men to be fasting. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward.” (Matthew 6:16)

9. The anger of GOD is triggered when His children manifest pride in the church.

“Then Hezekiah humbled himself for the pride of his heart, he and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so that the wrath of the LORD did not come upon them in the days of Hezekiah.” (2 Chronicles 32:26)

10. Prideful person would always love to be praised and exalted for everything they do!

Identifying the signs of pride is crucial and the ways to overcome pride is discussed in the next publication.

Proverbs chapter 16 verse 18: “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”