How Safe is Astrology for Christians?

Posted by May 31, 2022 Gospel Evangelism, Holy Word Leave a Comment
How Safe is Astrology for Christians?

Astrology for Christians involves the interest of believers visiting the astrologers to predict their future. Is this practice safe or harmless for the Christians? What does God have to say about astrology? Zodiacs seem to be a fun but does it really tell you the truth?

I was dazed when I read about the survey conducted 2017 among U.S. adults by the Pew Research Centre that 26 percent Christians, 24 percent Protestant and 18 percent Evangelical believe in astrology.

These figures are shocking and disappointing! Everyone is eager to know about the future, then is astrology for Christians? Why can’t the Christians ask the Holy Spirit for guidance?

Today’s message will explain the practice of astrology and the safest way to follow.

The Practice of Astrology

Astrology is a type of divination that involves the forecasting of earthly and human events through the observation and interpretation of the fixed stars, the Sun, the Moon, and the planets.

Natal astrology is the application of astrology to the birth of individuals, in order to determine information about the nature and course of a person’s life. The idea is that since the universe is interrelated, astronomical bodies exert an influence on new-born children.

To tell about a person’s character or possible future, horoscopic astrologers rely on a horoscope, a chart of astronomical bodies that shows the relative positions of the Sun, the Moon, the planets, and the ascendant and midheaven signs of the zodiac at a specific moment in time. Most horoscopes are represented by a circle divided into 12 intersections, called houses.

The practice of Astrology has nothing to do with GOD rather it seeks information from the things created by GOD. Astrology for Christians means luring believers into Idolatry!

Astrology in the Bible

Many Christians were deceived by the astrologers that the study of the star is approved by the LORD. But, my question to the astrologers which they refused to give a clear answer to is: “Does God who created the stars told us to seek for characters and future occurrences from the heavenly bodies?

Bible Quotes by the Astrologers

The following Bible verses are misconception by the Astrologers;

1. Genesis chapter 1 verses 14 to 17

“Then God said, “Let there be lights in the firmament of the heavens to divide the day from the night; and let them be for signs and seasons, and for days and years…He made the stars also. God set them in the firmament of the heavens to give light on the earth.

The original context of the stars in this passage is to perform two main functions; for automatic lightning and season formation. They are not for determination of human destiny as claimed by the stargazer.

2. Genesis chapter 15 verse 5

“Then He brought him outside and said, “Look now toward heaven, and count the stars if you are able to number them.” And He said to him, “So shall your descendants be”.

 The LORD never give names to stars, but He compared the population of Abraham’s descendants to the uncountable number of stars He created in the firmament.

3. Matthew chapter 24 verse 29

“Immediately after the tribulation of those days the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; the stars will fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken.”

Astronomers use this verse to justify their use of the sun, moon and stars for forecast into the lives of people – Absolute nonsense!

The verse is mainly prophetic which simply means that the automation of lightning and season will cease during the end time.

4. Matthew chapter 2 verse 1 and 2

“… Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him.”

Note: That the action of the Astrology of the generation of Jesus Christ was mentioned in the Bible does not justify that the practice is acceptable by the LORD. Don’t be deceived!

Bible Quotes that condemn Astrology for Christians

The LORD detest astrology for Christians and the following Bible Verses are evidence to show that all Christians must condemn divination offered by astrology with all their might!

1. Isaiah chapter 47 verse 13 and 14

“You are wearied in the multitude of your counsels; Let now the astrologers, the stargazers, And the monthly prognosticators Stand up and save you from what shall come upon you. Behold, they shall be as stubble, The fire shall burn them; They shall not deliver themselves from the power of the flame; It shall not be a coal to be warmed by, nor a fire to sit before!”

2. Leviticus chapter 19 verse 26

“You shall not eat anything with the blood, nor shall you practice divination or soothsaying.”

3. Jeremiah chapter 8 verse 2

“They shall spread them before the sun and the moon and all the host of heaven, which they have loved and which they have served and after which they have walked, which they have sought and which they have worshiped. They shall not be gathered nor buried; they shall be like refuse on the face of the earth.”

4. Acts chapter 7 verses 42

“Then God turned and gave them up to worship the host of heaven, as it is written in the book of the Prophets: ‘Did you offer Me slaughtered animals and sacrifices during forty years in the wilderness, O house of Israel?”

Hmm, the verse above shows that anyone who believes and practice astrology is absolutely cursed and rejected by the LORD.

5 Spiritual Dangers of Astrology for Christians

1. Horoscope is Idolatry; given more respect to creations than the Creator.

2. It is deceit from the Devil to take your heart away from the LORD.

3. The Astrologers blindfold and swindle you.

4. Their prediction is not accurate and full of assumptions.

5. They make you hear predictions from them instead of listening to the right counsel by the Holy Spirit.

I appeal to you to reject astrology for Christians and do not read horoscope and the likes either from your mobile phones or the newspaper. It is deceitful and not fun as widely referred to. It would separate your spirit from the LORD and make you fall to the hands of the deceitful devil.

Reincarnation in Christianity; Is it Biblical or Logical?

Posted by Apr 17, 2022 Holy Word, Word of Faith Leave a Comment
Reincarnation in Christianity; Is it Biblical or Logical?

Reincarnation in Christianity is a belief that crept into the church with the claim that Christian can die and get rebirth multiple times. Transmigration is also a term used for reincarnation with the concept that someone can die and the soul could come back to earth through a new born human or animal.

The teaching about reincarnation in Christianity was appealing and I nearly got confused, but I prayed and studied the Bible carefully and I am glad that the Holy Spirit won’t allow me to be in darkness about this issue of transmigration.

Are you confused about this topic or you want a detailed and sincere information about reincarnation in Christianity? Today’s sermon is a powerful one you won’t want to miss!

Statistics about Reincarnation in Christianity

I was shocked by the outcome of 2017 survey done by the Pew Research Center among some U.S. adults.

29% Christians, 26% Protestant and 19% Evangelical believe in reincarnation.

It is unfortunate to know that such appreciable percentage of people who believe reincarnation in Christianity exist in the church. We have to stop the increasing trend because it was 25% in 2015.

Origin of Reincarnation

There is no doubt that this concept is an ancient one which makes it difficult to trace the specific year and author. But I tell you with the authority of the LORD that the origin of reincarnation is from the devil.

Transmigration is famous in the East and widely known among pagan religions such as; Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism.

Scriptures Used by the Devil to Lure Christians

I did my findings and discovered that those who believe in reincarnation rely on the ancient tales and no authentic evidence about the concept.

Does it make any sense to believe in a religious faith that has no proof and evidence but tales and unrealistic imagination? Jesus knew the importance of this fact and He said: “Unless you people see signs and wonders, you will by no means believe.” We saw the evidence of Christ and that is the reason we are called Christians. 

Devil would always see himself to be a smart guy who also use the tool of scriptural misconception to slide the Christian folks, but trust me, he is a liar!

The following bible passages referred to as a justification for reincarnation in Christianity were quote out of context and misinterpreted:

1. Matthew chapter 17 verses 12:

“But I say to you that Elijah has come already, and they did not know him but did to him whatever they wished. Likewise, the Son of Man is also about to suffer at their hands.”

Believers of transmigration preach that John the Baptist was Elijah reincarnated. Absolute nonsense!!

When Jesus Christ was comparing John the Baptist to Elijah, He meant that John the Baptist performed in the same spirit and power of Elijah as prophesied by the prophets and Angel Gabriel. (Luke 1:17)

If my explanation above is not enough then let’s hear from John the Baptist:

“Now this is the testimony of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, “Who are you?”

He confessed, and did not deny, but confessed, “I am not the Christ.”

And they asked him, “What then? Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” And he answered, “No.” (John 1:19-21)

The believers of transmigration in Christianity contradicts themselves through this bible reference because the pre-requisite of reincarnation is death before rebirth into a new incarnated body. Since prophet Elijah never died then it is wrong to say John the Baptist was his reincarnate.

2. John chapter 3 verses 3:

“Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.””

I am not surprise that this quote was picked by advocates of reincarnation in Christianity. Devil also did something similar when quoting the scriptures to Jesus Christ to fall down from the pinnacle of the temple during his temptation. (Luke 4:9-12)

When Jesus Christ was teaching Nicodemus about becoming born again, He was not talking about reincarnation because Jesus never told him to commit suicide. It was explicit that Jesus Christ was teaching about spiritual rebirth.

Jesus says: “That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit.”

The process of spiritual born again is completely different from the physical rebirth related to reincarnation, so the bible verse above is wrongly used by the believers of reincarnation in Christianity.

Why the Devil Brought Up the Concept of Reincarnation?

1. To Rubbish God’s Salvation

After the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the devil is doing all his best to make us disbelief that our salvation to be saved from the bondage of sin is in Jesus Christ.

In reincarnation, salvation becomes a form of work based on human actions through repeated death and rebirth rather than on the atoning death of Jesus Christ – deceit of the devil!!!

2. To Deceive People that No One Goes to Hell

The doctrine of reincarnation teaches that someone would be free from sin and re-unite with God through continuous cycle of death and rebirth – a false belief!!

3. Devil Wants to Distract Us from Resurrection

The servants of devil bribed the soldiers to spread the lies that Jesus’ body was stolen and there was no resurrection. (Matthew 28:11-13). Well, the lies worked for the Jews but was not strong enough to deceive the Gentiles.

The devil invents the virus program of transmigration to attack the righteous system of resurrection established by the LORD. That’s impossible and the devil would keep failing!

5 Reasons you must not belief Reincarnation in Christianity

1. No one had come out and tell you he or she is reincarnated.

2. It’s unclear for anyone to show evidence of being reincarnated.

3. The process of transmigration is not teachable.

4. No one including the scientist had confirmed any human reincarnated to plant or animal as claimed by Hinduism.

5. It is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment.

What Does the Bible Say about Reincarnation?

No record of reincarnation can be found in the Bible because it is not God’s idea. Here are some Bible verses that tells us the truth about rebirth and afterlife:

1. “As the cloud disappears and vanishes away, so, he who goes down to the grave does not come up.” (Job 7:9)

2. “And Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you, today you will be with Me in Paradise.” (Luke 23:43)

3. “For He remembered that they were but flesh, a breath that passes away and does not come again.” (Psalm 78:39)

4. “Do not marvel at this; for the hour is coming in which 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.” (John 5:28-29)

5. “And many of those who sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, Some to everlasting life, Some to shame and everlasting contempt.” (Daniel 12:2)

Finally, reincarnation in Christianity is a contaminant and a weed that must not be allowed to destroy the good plant. Don’t believe it because transmigration is not real and it is bunch of lies!! 

I pray for God’s wisdom into your life and the Spirit of the LORD won’t depart from you in Jesus’ name.

Spiritual Dream: How to Interpret and Take Dreams Seriously!

Posted by Mar 31, 2022 Holy Word, Word of Faith Leave a Comment
Spiritual Dream: How to Interpret and Take Dreams Seriously!

Spiritual dream may be gentle or aggressive but the truth is that it disseminates important message to warn or get you prepared for a victorious journey. 

Today’s sermon explains the types of dreams, how to get meaning to your dreams and how to identify a spiritual dream.

What is a Spiritual Dream?

Spiritual dream is a revelation that occurs during your sleep. It’s a medium that is used by GOD and the devil to interact with you. It is a medium for disseminating information to you and it’s also a battle field. Your soul and spirit are actively involved in spiritual dream.

When to Take Dream Seriously!

It’s not a big deal if you dreamt flying an aeroplane and you got crashed into the sea, swimming and shooting at your enemies if you’d watch an action movie the previous day!

Take your dream seriously if you do all the check-list and confirm that it was not the reflection of the previous day(s) activities, thoughts and imaginations.

Your soul is so powerful that it can store a lot of things you do including imaginations which could be re-played to your sub-conscious state when you are fast-asleep.

Is it Good to Believe in dreams?

Sensible dreams are not for everyone because it is not a spiritual gift to many. So, consider yourself to be among the favoured if you can sleep and wake up to narrate your dreams.

“And it shall come to pass afterward That I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh; Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, Your young men shall see visions.” (Joel 2:28)

I don’t joke with my dreams because they always come to pass. I can’t count all the advantages of dream because God uses it to tell me what would happen the next day or in the nearest future.

Yes, the devil and his demons come to attack with the intention to stop me from revealing his secrets to people, but they are always defeated by the power of the LORD who lives in me.

 It is good to believe dreams if you are very sure it’s not as a result of your imaginations. Good or bad dreams prepare you for the challenge ahead and it guides you to know how to pray and actions to take during the day’s activities.

What to do after dreams?

1. Write your dreams in a designated book.

2. If it is either sweet dreams don’t be too excited or bad dreams don’t be overwhelmed with fear.

3. Many dreams require interpretation, so, you need the help of the Holy Spirit. I reluctantly recommend sharing with your Pastor because he might not be gifted to interpret, but when you pray to the LORD, He would tell you more about the spiritual dream.

4. Don’t procrastinate the obedience of God’s instruction you received through dreams.

5. Sweet spiritual dream does not encourage you to be spiritually lazy. Joseph’s dreams were enough for him to be lazy but he wasn’t.

Spiritual dream is another world of reality that is capable of influencing your physical world. Take dreams seriously and pray about it.

10 Sure Ways to Become Transformed by the Holy Spirit

Posted by Mar 11, 2022 Holy Word, Word of Faith 6 Comments
10 Sure Ways to Become Transformed by the Holy Spirit

To be transformed by the Holy Spirit means a supernatural configuration of your body, soul and spirit. Spiritual transformation makes you have a share in God’s Glory.

Do you want to be famous like Moses, highly informed like the Prophets, powerful like Jesus Christ, rugged like the disciples of Jesus Christ, rich like Rebecca or rule the world like Joseph? Then your life must be transformed by the Holy Spirit today!

Not everyone who gives their life to Jesus is transformed. Why? Because they confess Jesus Christ as their saviour with their mouth, go to church regularly, pay tithes but refused to surrender everything about their body, soul and spirit to God for control.

Today’s sermon would teach you how to join the premium category of Christians who are transformed by the Holy Spirit.

Who is the Holy Spirit?

The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of GOD. No one can comprehend everything about GOD and His Spirit except the few He reveals to us.

GOD is so powerful that His Spirit is actively present everywhere and not considering where His Being is enthroned.

Genesis chapter 1 verse 2 says: “The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.”

Jesus says: “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me.” (John 15:26)

The prophecy of Jesus as stated above means the Spirit of the LORD will be with us permanently unlike the Old Testament.

7 Preparatory Steps to Make You Transformed by the Holy Spirit

The book of Luke chapter 19 verse 1 to 10 narrated the story of Zacchaeus:

“…Now behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus who was a chief tax collector, and he was rich. And he sought to see who Jesus was, but could not because of the crowd, for he was of short stature.

So, he ran ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree to see Him… And when Jesus came to the place, He looked up and saw him, and said to him, “Zacchaeus, make haste and come down, for today I must stay at your house.”

So, he made haste and came down, and received Him joyfully…Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold. And Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house…””

Let’s use the story of the transformed chief tax collector as our guide:

1. Strive to know GOD and Jesus Christ

Read the Bible, attend Bible studies and hear from genuine servants of GOD.

2. Disallow Distraction and Procrastination

I am not surprise that anyone who seeks to be transformed by the Holy Spirit is always distracted, because it’s the strategy of the devil. Reject anything that would discourage you from moving closer to Jesus Christ.

3. Delight to be in the presence of Jesus Christ

4. Don’t be monotonous in your prayers but patiently hear from the LORD as well. Praise and Worship GOD.

5. Obey all the instructions of the LORD given through Jesus Christ. Obedience is paramount in the process of spiritual transformation.

6. Repent from all sins and do restitution where possible. Don’t live an active sinful life with the claims that GOD’s grace is abundant for you.

7. Always write about the Gospel of Jesus Christ on your social media platforms. Evangelism is not for a caucus but for everyone!

Why Must I be Renewed by the Holy Spirit?

To become transformed by the Holy Spirit is not magical and not for the lazy souls. You must be focused and faithful to the LORD because Christian race is not a sluggish one.

“Then one said to Him, “Lord, are there few who are saved?” And He said to them, “Strive to enter through the narrow gate, for many, I say to you, will seek to enter and will not be able.” (Luke 13:23-24)

Scriptural references showed that glorious transformation would have effect on your; physical appearance, thoughts and spirituality.

The objective of GOD to get you transformed by the Holy Spirit is to make you be like Him. You cannot be GOD but HE expects you to imitate some of His Holy attributes.

Whenever anyone or a voice tells you that you cannot be like GOD, remember I told you that it is the voice of the devil.

“Speak to all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘You shall be holy, for I the LORD your God am holy.’” (Leviticus 19:2)

10 Attributes that makes you transformed into Glory

Transformation involves moving away completely from the old sinful life to the new holy lifestyle controlled by the Holy Spirit.

1. Stop fornication and adultery and start self-control.

2. Cease idolatry practices and worship GOD only.

3. Quit sorcery and false prophets and always hear from the LORD.

4. Don’t hate your neighbour but love and pray for your enemies.

5. Replace selfish ambition with selfless service to humanity.

6. Dissociate yourself from heresies and stay firm in the teachings of Jesus Christ.

7. Stop drunkenness and start drinking plenty water.

8. Don’t fight but be gentle. Don’t watch boxing or wrestling but watch those little kids playing down the street…

9. Cease thinking about things of this world but start thinking about things in heaven.

10. Move away from laziness and excuses and commence a hardworking style with smart wisdom from the Holy Spirit.

By the grace of the LORD, I am transformed by the Holy Spirit and all the points I shared with you above are helpful to sustain my relationship with the LORD.

I recommend the steps above to you and your life will never remain the same. You would move from glory to glory in Jesus’ name.

20 Powerful Bible Verses on Prayer!

Posted by Feb 26, 2022 Holy Word, Word of Faith 4 Comments
20 Powerful Bible Verses on Prayer!

Bible verses on prayer are powerful eye-opener for you to know the significance of communication to the LORD. It helps to know how to ask and receive from the LORD.

Today’s sermon gives a list of bible verses on prayer you can read to help your faith and guide you the right way to pray to GOD.

What does Prayer to GOD means?

Prayer means a sincere communication to the LORD who can do all things. It involves confession, praises, worship, and request to the LORD.

20 Important Bible Verses on Prayer

1. “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)

2. “If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” (2 Chronicles 7:14)

3. “Therefore, I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them.

And whenever you stand praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgive him, that your Father in heaven may also forgive you your trespasses.” (Mark 11:24-25)

4. “Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer.” (Psalms 4:1)

5. “Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms.” (James 5:13)

6. “The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But the prayer of the upright is His delight.” (Proverbs 15:8)

7. “Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.” (1 John 5:14)

8. “You will make your prayer to Him, He will hear you, and you will pay your vows.” (Job 22:27)

9. “And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen do. For they think that they will be heard for their many words.” (Matthew 6:7)

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

11. “And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him.” (1 John 5:15)

12. “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.

Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you.” (Jeremiah 29:11-12)

13. “If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!” (Matthew 7:11)

14. “He shall regard the prayer of the destitute, and shall not despise their prayer.” (Psalms 102:17)

15. “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)

16. “The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth.” (Psalms 145:18)

17. “Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart.” (Luke 18:1)

18. “Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.” (Psalms 50:15)

19. “Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16)

20. “And whatever things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive.” (Matthew 21:22)

You would enjoy praying to GOD if it is not monotonous as some churches do by reading prayers from the book. Praying to God must be a free flow of expression from the deepest part of your heart.

The best language I recommend for you to use when praying to GOD is your mother tongue or the best language you understand.

GOD bless you as your read the powerful bible verses on prayer and take swift action to pray to Him every day.