• Nigerian billionaire businessman and industrialist Dr. Cosmos Maduka has been spotted preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ in Lagos, in a moment that has drawn attention to the faith of one of Nigeria’s most prominent businessmen.
    Maduka, the founder and chairman of the Coscharis Group, is not just another wealthy businessman. He is one of Nigeria’s most successful entrepreneurs, having built a vast business empire spanning automobiles, manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, logistics and other sectors.
    His Coscharis Group represents some of the world’s biggest automobile brands in Nigeria, including BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and Jaguar Land Rover. The conglomerate also operates a vehicle assembly plant in Nigeria.
    Forbes reported years ago that Maduka’s wealth was already estimated at more than $500 million. Maduka has also previously suggested that if Coscharis had been listed on the stock exchange, his personal wealth could have been significantly higher, reportedly putting his potential valuation at around $5 billion.
    What makes his latest appearance particularly striking is that, despite his immense business success, Maduka continues to publicly demonstrate his Christian faith and participate in evangelism.
    His journey is also remarkable. Despite having limited formal education, Maduka rose through determination and entrepreneurship to become the head of one of Nigeria’s largest privately owned business groups. He later served as a director of Access Bank for 12 years and is an alumnus of Harvard Business School.
    Beyond business, Maduka has also played a major role in Nigerian sports. He served as President of the Nigerian Table Tennis Federation for 16 years and was involved in taking Nigerian athletes to several Olympic tournaments.
    Now, videos of the billionaire businessman preaching the gospel in Lagos have offered another glimpse into a side of his life that goes beyond boardrooms, luxury cars and billion-naira business deals.
    For Maduka, evangelism appears to be more than a public image—it is something he is deeply passionate about.
    And perhaps that is what makes the sight so remarkable: a man who has achieved extraordinary financial success choosing to stand in public and preach about Christ.
    Forget the noise surrounding Nigeria’s celebrity billionaires and popular socialites. Dr. Cosmos Maduka belongs to a different category of wealth and influence—and yet, he can still be found taking the gospel to the streets.
    His story is a reminder that wealth and faith do not have to exist in separate worlds. Even at the highest levels of business success, some people still choose to make their faith a visible part of their lives.
    Nigerian billionaire businessman and industrialist Dr. Cosmos Maduka has been spotted preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ in Lagos, in a moment that has drawn attention to the faith of one of Nigeria’s most prominent businessmen. Maduka, the founder and chairman of the Coscharis Group, is not just another wealthy businessman. He is one of Nigeria’s most successful entrepreneurs, having built a vast business empire spanning automobiles, manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, logistics and other sectors. His Coscharis Group represents some of the world’s biggest automobile brands in Nigeria, including BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and Jaguar Land Rover. The conglomerate also operates a vehicle assembly plant in Nigeria. Forbes reported years ago that Maduka’s wealth was already estimated at more than $500 million. Maduka has also previously suggested that if Coscharis had been listed on the stock exchange, his personal wealth could have been significantly higher, reportedly putting his potential valuation at around $5 billion. What makes his latest appearance particularly striking is that, despite his immense business success, Maduka continues to publicly demonstrate his Christian faith and participate in evangelism. His journey is also remarkable. Despite having limited formal education, Maduka rose through determination and entrepreneurship to become the head of one of Nigeria’s largest privately owned business groups. He later served as a director of Access Bank for 12 years and is an alumnus of Harvard Business School. Beyond business, Maduka has also played a major role in Nigerian sports. He served as President of the Nigerian Table Tennis Federation for 16 years and was involved in taking Nigerian athletes to several Olympic tournaments. Now, videos of the billionaire businessman preaching the gospel in Lagos have offered another glimpse into a side of his life that goes beyond boardrooms, luxury cars and billion-naira business deals. For Maduka, evangelism appears to be more than a public image—it is something he is deeply passionate about. And perhaps that is what makes the sight so remarkable: a man who has achieved extraordinary financial success choosing to stand in public and preach about Christ. Forget the noise surrounding Nigeria’s celebrity billionaires and popular socialites. Dr. Cosmos Maduka belongs to a different category of wealth and influence—and yet, he can still be found taking the gospel to the streets. His story is a reminder that wealth and faith do not have to exist in separate worlds. Even at the highest levels of business success, some people still choose to make their faith a visible part of their lives.
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  • GLORIOUS SUNDAY SERMON OF
    30TH AUGUST 2026

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    Beautiful people of God, congratulations for making it to the last Sunday of August! We give God all the glory for bringing us this far. Every day we have seen His mercy, His preservation, and His faithfulness. And as we come to the final Sunday of this month, let us not only celebrate how far God has brought us. Let us also ask ourselves a deeper question:
    If Jesus comes today, am I truly ready? Because the Rapture is real, but Jesus Christ is the real deal. And, that is the message before us today:
    THE REAL DEAL.

    LET US PRAY:
    Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of Your Word. Open our hearts today and give us understanding. Let Your Word awaken us, examine us, and prepare us for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Above everything else, help us to know Jesus, live in Jesus, and remain in Jesus until the end. In Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

    LESSON: JOHN 14:1-3, 6

    TOPIC: THE REAL DEAL

    TEXT:
    For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first.
    1 Thessalonians 4:16 (NKJV)

    INTRODUCTION:
    Jesus promised that He would come again and receive His people to Himself. Scripture teaches that the Lord will descend, the dead in Christ will rise, and those who are alive and remain will be caught up to meet Him in the air. But the Rapture is not the real deal. Jesus Christ is the real deal. Because without Jesus, there is no Rapture for us. No Jesus, no Rapture!

    EXPOSITION 1
    THE RAPTURE IS REAL:
    We must first establish this clearly.
    The Rapture is not a Christian fairy tale.
    It is not something invented to frighten people.
    It is part of the hope given to the Church.
    Jesus said in John 14:3: “I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” Notice something very important.
    Jesus did not merely say, “I will send somebody for you.” He said: “I will come again.” And Paul gives us the picture in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17. He says the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel and with the trumpet of God. The dead in Christ will rise first, and those who are alive and remain will be caught up together with them to meet the Lord in the air. That is the Rapture.

    The word may be debated by people, but the biblical event is clearly described.There will be a resurrection.
    There will be a catching away. There will be a meeting in the air. And there will be a glorious reunion with the Lord. So, Christian, the Rapture is real. But don't stop there. Because there is something more important than knowing that the Rapture is real.

    You must know the One who is coming.
    The Rapture is an event. Jesus is the Person behind the event. The Rapture is a promise. Jesus is the Promiser. The Rapture is the catching away.
    Jesus is the One we are going to meet.
    That brings us to the heart of the message.

    EXPOSITION 2:
    JESUS CHRIST IS THE REAL DEAL
    From Genesis to Revelation, the great story of Scripture is pointing us toward God's redemptive work fulfilled in Christ. Jesus is not an addition to Christianity. Jesus is the center of Christianity.
    Remove Jesus, and Christianity has no foundation.
    Remove Jesus, and salvation has no meaning.
    Remove Jesus, and the resurrection has no hope.
    Remove Jesus, and the Gospel has no message.
    And remove Jesus from the Rapture...
    There is no Rapture for you.

    Jesus said in John 14:6:
    “I am the way, the truth, and the life.”
    Not a way. The way. Not a truth. The truth.
    Not merely someone who gives life. The life.
    That is why Jesus is the real deal.
    He is not an imitation Savior.
    He is not a religious symbol.
    He is not merely a great teacher among many teachers. He is the Son of God who came into the world, died for our sins, rose from the dead, and promised to come again. And notice how beautifully the Bible connects the resurrection, the Rapture, and Jesus.

    Paul says in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 that because Jesus died and rose again, believers have hope concerning those who have died in Christ. Then he proceeds to explain the coming of the Lord and the catching away. Everything points back to Jesus. So don't make the mistake of becoming more interested in escaping the earth than in knowing Christ.

    Don't become so fascinated by the Rapture that you forget the One who is coming.
    Don't spend all your time asking:
    “When will the Rapture happen?” and fail to ask:
    “Am I truly in Christ?” Because the greatest question is not: “Will there be a Rapture?” The greatest question is: “Will I be ready for Jesus?”

    EXPOSITION 3:
    NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE
    Now we come to the heart of the message.
    NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE! Let me say it again:
    NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE! Why?
    Look at the language of Scripture.
    1 Thessalonians 4:16 does not simply say, “the dead shall rise.” It says: “The dead in Christ shall rise first.”
    That is the key. IN CHRIST. That is the qualification.

    The issue is not merely whether you attend church.
    The issue is whether you are in Christ.
    You may know Christian songs. No Jesus, no Rapture. You may carry a Bible. No Jesus, no Rapture. You may have a church position. No Jesus, no Rapture. You may be called Pastor, Evangelist, Prophet, Reverend or Minister. No Jesus, no Rapture.
    You may come from a Christian family.
    No Jesus, no Rapture. You may have been baptized.
    No Jesus, no Rapture. You may have preached to thousands. No Jesus, no Rapture. Because the Rapture is not a reward for religious appearance.

    It is the blessed hope of those who belong to Christ
    Jesus Himself said in Matthew 7:21 that not everyone who says, “Lord, Lord,” will enter the kingdom of heaven. That should make every one of us examine ourselves. Because there is a difference between knowing about Jesus and knowing Jesus. There is a difference between carrying Christianity and carrying Christ. There is a difference between having a religious identity and having a relationship with Jesus.

    So, my brother, my sister: Do you have Jesus?
    Not just religion. Jesus. Not just church. Jesus.
    Not just the language of Christianity. Jesus.
    Not just the appearance. Jesus. Because when that trumpet sounds, your title will not catch you up.
    Your denomination will not catch you up.
    Your money will not catch you up.
    Your popularity will not catch you up.
    Your social-media followers will not catch you up.
    It is Christ that matters.

    The Bible says: “The dead in Christ shall rise first.”
    And those who are alive and remain will be caught up to meet the Lord. So the destination is not even the most important thing. The destination is important because Jesus is there. Heaven is precious because Jesus is there. Eternal life is precious because Jesus is there. The Rapture is glorious because it brings us to Jesus. Therefore: THE RAPTURE IS REAL.
    BUT JESUS CHRIST IS THE REAL DEAL.
    NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE!

    Say it in your heart. NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE!
    Get Jesus right. Live for Jesus. Walk with Jesus.
    Remain in Jesus. And when Jesus comes...
    be ready to meet Him.

    CONCLUSION
    JESUS IS THE REAL DEAL !
    The message is simple. The Rapture is real.
    But don't make the Rapture your god. Jesus is the real deal. Don't merely prepare for an event. Prepare to meet a Person. Don't merely look for the trumpet.
    Look to Jesus. Because NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE.
    But if you are in Christ, you have the blessed hope that when He comes, you will meet Him in the air and be with Him forever. Jesus is the real deal.

    PRAYER
    Lord Jesus, I need You. Forgive my sins, cleanse my heart, and make me truly Yours. Remove every form of hypocrisy, lukewarmness, and false confidence from my life. Help me to remain in You, walk with You, and live ready for Your coming. When the trumpet sounds, may I be found in Christ. May I not miss You. May I not miss eternity. In Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

    GOODWILL MESSAGE
    May you never miss Jesus. May your heart remain faithful, your life remain ready, and your faith remain strong until the Lord comes. May you be found in Christ when the trumpet sounds. In Jesus' name, Amen.

    HAPPY GLORIOUS SUNDAY
    HAVE AN AMAZING WEEK MM

    LIKE IT OR NOT!
    JESUS IS COMING BACK AGAIN SOON!!
    REPENT AND BE READY FOR HIM!!!

    This Powerful message is brought to you
    With Love from Pastor M O Glorious,
    CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH ,
    Palace of Mercy, Royal District, Restoration Zone. Damolapa, Laketu, Lucky Fibre, Ikorodu Lagos Nigeria.
    For prayer or counseling, pls contact us@
    08055646358: 09018952081
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    #TheRealDeal #JesusChrist #RaptureIsReal
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    #InChrist #ChristIsComing #BeReady #ChristianFaith
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    #WatchAndPray #Maranatha #EternalLife
    GLORIOUS SUNDAY SERMON OF 30TH AUGUST 2026 ENJOY THE FULL VIDEO HERE 👇👇👇 https://youtu.be/T62U2yJHrhw?si=l-o4gXx5UDI4_5mz PLEASE WATCH, LIKE, COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBE TO HELP MY CHANNEL GROW. THANKS 🙏 Beautiful people of God, congratulations for making it to the last Sunday of August! We give God all the glory for bringing us this far. Every day we have seen His mercy, His preservation, and His faithfulness. And as we come to the final Sunday of this month, let us not only celebrate how far God has brought us. Let us also ask ourselves a deeper question: If Jesus comes today, am I truly ready? Because the Rapture is real, but Jesus Christ is the real deal. And, that is the message before us today: THE REAL DEAL. LET US PRAY: Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of Your Word. Open our hearts today and give us understanding. Let Your Word awaken us, examine us, and prepare us for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Above everything else, help us to know Jesus, live in Jesus, and remain in Jesus until the end. In Jesus' mighty name. Amen. LESSON: JOHN 14:1-3, 6 TOPIC: THE REAL DEAL TEXT: For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. 1 Thessalonians 4:16 (NKJV) INTRODUCTION: Jesus promised that He would come again and receive His people to Himself. Scripture teaches that the Lord will descend, the dead in Christ will rise, and those who are alive and remain will be caught up to meet Him in the air. But the Rapture is not the real deal. Jesus Christ is the real deal. Because without Jesus, there is no Rapture for us. No Jesus, no Rapture! EXPOSITION 1 THE RAPTURE IS REAL: We must first establish this clearly. The Rapture is not a Christian fairy tale. It is not something invented to frighten people. It is part of the hope given to the Church. Jesus said in John 14:3: “I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” Notice something very important. Jesus did not merely say, “I will send somebody for you.” He said: “I will come again.” And Paul gives us the picture in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17. He says the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel and with the trumpet of God. The dead in Christ will rise first, and those who are alive and remain will be caught up together with them to meet the Lord in the air. That is the Rapture. The word may be debated by people, but the biblical event is clearly described.There will be a resurrection. There will be a catching away. There will be a meeting in the air. And there will be a glorious reunion with the Lord. So, Christian, the Rapture is real. But don't stop there. Because there is something more important than knowing that the Rapture is real. You must know the One who is coming. The Rapture is an event. Jesus is the Person behind the event. The Rapture is a promise. Jesus is the Promiser. The Rapture is the catching away. Jesus is the One we are going to meet. That brings us to the heart of the message. EXPOSITION 2: JESUS CHRIST IS THE REAL DEAL From Genesis to Revelation, the great story of Scripture is pointing us toward God's redemptive work fulfilled in Christ. Jesus is not an addition to Christianity. Jesus is the center of Christianity. Remove Jesus, and Christianity has no foundation. Remove Jesus, and salvation has no meaning. Remove Jesus, and the resurrection has no hope. Remove Jesus, and the Gospel has no message. And remove Jesus from the Rapture... There is no Rapture for you. Jesus said in John 14:6: “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” Not a way. The way. Not a truth. The truth. Not merely someone who gives life. The life. That is why Jesus is the real deal. He is not an imitation Savior. He is not a religious symbol. He is not merely a great teacher among many teachers. He is the Son of God who came into the world, died for our sins, rose from the dead, and promised to come again. And notice how beautifully the Bible connects the resurrection, the Rapture, and Jesus. Paul says in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 that because Jesus died and rose again, believers have hope concerning those who have died in Christ. Then he proceeds to explain the coming of the Lord and the catching away. Everything points back to Jesus. So don't make the mistake of becoming more interested in escaping the earth than in knowing Christ. Don't become so fascinated by the Rapture that you forget the One who is coming. Don't spend all your time asking: “When will the Rapture happen?” and fail to ask: “Am I truly in Christ?” Because the greatest question is not: “Will there be a Rapture?” The greatest question is: “Will I be ready for Jesus?” EXPOSITION 3: NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE Now we come to the heart of the message. NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE! Let me say it again: NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE! Why? Look at the language of Scripture. 1 Thessalonians 4:16 does not simply say, “the dead shall rise.” It says: “The dead in Christ shall rise first.” That is the key. IN CHRIST. That is the qualification. The issue is not merely whether you attend church. The issue is whether you are in Christ. You may know Christian songs. No Jesus, no Rapture. You may carry a Bible. No Jesus, no Rapture. You may have a church position. No Jesus, no Rapture. You may be called Pastor, Evangelist, Prophet, Reverend or Minister. No Jesus, no Rapture. You may come from a Christian family. No Jesus, no Rapture. You may have been baptized. No Jesus, no Rapture. You may have preached to thousands. No Jesus, no Rapture. Because the Rapture is not a reward for religious appearance. It is the blessed hope of those who belong to Christ Jesus Himself said in Matthew 7:21 that not everyone who says, “Lord, Lord,” will enter the kingdom of heaven. That should make every one of us examine ourselves. Because there is a difference between knowing about Jesus and knowing Jesus. There is a difference between carrying Christianity and carrying Christ. There is a difference between having a religious identity and having a relationship with Jesus. So, my brother, my sister: Do you have Jesus? Not just religion. Jesus. Not just church. Jesus. Not just the language of Christianity. Jesus. Not just the appearance. Jesus. Because when that trumpet sounds, your title will not catch you up. Your denomination will not catch you up. Your money will not catch you up. Your popularity will not catch you up. Your social-media followers will not catch you up. It is Christ that matters. The Bible says: “The dead in Christ shall rise first.” And those who are alive and remain will be caught up to meet the Lord. So the destination is not even the most important thing. The destination is important because Jesus is there. Heaven is precious because Jesus is there. Eternal life is precious because Jesus is there. The Rapture is glorious because it brings us to Jesus. Therefore: THE RAPTURE IS REAL. BUT JESUS CHRIST IS THE REAL DEAL. NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE! Say it in your heart. NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE! Get Jesus right. Live for Jesus. Walk with Jesus. Remain in Jesus. And when Jesus comes... be ready to meet Him. CONCLUSION JESUS IS THE REAL DEAL 🤝! The message is simple. The Rapture is real. But don't make the Rapture your god. Jesus is the real deal. Don't merely prepare for an event. Prepare to meet a Person. Don't merely look for the trumpet. Look to Jesus. Because NO JESUS, NO RAPTURE. But if you are in Christ, you have the blessed hope that when He comes, you will meet Him in the air and be with Him forever. Jesus is the real deal. PRAYER Lord Jesus, I need You. Forgive my sins, cleanse my heart, and make me truly Yours. Remove every form of hypocrisy, lukewarmness, and false confidence from my life. Help me to remain in You, walk with You, and live ready for Your coming. When the trumpet sounds, may I be found in Christ. May I not miss You. May I not miss eternity. In Jesus' mighty name. Amen. GOODWILL MESSAGE May you never miss Jesus. May your heart remain faithful, your life remain ready, and your faith remain strong until the Lord comes. May you be found in Christ when the trumpet sounds. In Jesus' name, Amen. HAPPY GLORIOUS SUNDAY HAVE AN AMAZING WEEK MM LIKE IT OR NOT! JESUS IS COMING BACK AGAIN SOON!! REPENT AND BE READY FOR HIM!!! 🙋This Powerful message is brought to you With Love from Pastor M O Glorious, CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH , Palace of Mercy, Royal District, Restoration Zone. Damolapa, Laketu, Lucky Fibre, Ikorodu Lagos Nigeria. For prayer or counseling, pls contact us@ 08055646358: 09018952081 or peganmire[gmail].com #TheRealDeal #JesusChrist #RaptureIsReal #NoJesusNoRapture #JesusIsTheRealDeal #InChrist #ChristIsComing #BeReady #ChristianFaith #BlessedHope #JesusIsComingAgain #WatchAndPray #Maranatha #EternalLife
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  • HELP US MAKE “MAJESTY REVEALED 2.0” A REALITY!

    “O LORD, how manifold are thy works! in wisdom hast thou made them all: the earth is full of thy riches.” — Psalm 104:24

    Dear beloved,

    We are excited to announce MAJESTY REVEALED 2.0, a powerful gathering organized by Christ Jesus Assembly, designed to create an atmosphere where lives are transformed, faith is strengthened, and the majesty of God is revealed.

    This is more than just a program. It is an assignment. And every assignment requires people who are willing to stand behind it.

    To successfully host this program, we need financial support to cover expenses including sound and technical equipment, publicity, logistics, guest ministers, media production, welfare, and other essential preparations.

    WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT

    You can be part of what God is doing by sowing into this program.

    No amount is too small.
    whatever God lays on your heart.

    Your contribution may look like a simple seed, but it can help create an opportunity for someone to encounter God, receive direction, experience healing, find hope, and have their life changed forever.

    You may not be on the altar preaching, but your seed can help keep the altar standing.

    We are therefore appealing everyone who believes in this vision to stand with us financially and prayerfully.

    BE A PART OF THE STORY.

    Support the vision. Sponsor the program. Sow a seed.

    Christ Jesus Assembly
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    May God replenish every seed sown and cause your own life to continually reveal His majesty.

    MAJESTY REVEALED 2.0

    Come and behold His glory. Come and encounter His presence. Come and see His Majesty revealed!

    PLEASE SHARE THIS MESSAGE.
    HELP US MAKE “MAJESTY REVEALED 2.0” A REALITY! “O LORD, how manifold are thy works! in wisdom hast thou made them all: the earth is full of thy riches.” — Psalm 104:24 Dear beloved, We are excited to announce MAJESTY REVEALED 2.0, a powerful gathering organized by Christ Jesus Assembly, designed to create an atmosphere where lives are transformed, faith is strengthened, and the majesty of God is revealed. This is more than just a program. It is an assignment. And every assignment requires people who are willing to stand behind it. To successfully host this program, we need financial support to cover expenses including sound and technical equipment, publicity, logistics, guest ministers, media production, welfare, and other essential preparations. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT You can be part of what God is doing by sowing into this program. No amount is too small. whatever God lays on your heart. Your contribution may look like a simple seed, but it can help create an opportunity for someone to encounter God, receive direction, experience healing, find hope, and have their life changed forever. You may not be on the altar preaching, but your seed can help keep the altar standing. We are therefore appealing everyone who believes in this vision to stand with us financially and prayerfully. BE A PART OF THE STORY. Support the vision. Sponsor the program. Sow a seed. Christ Jesus Assembly 6 Liberty Estate, Itaoluwo, Ikorodu, Lagos State For sponsorship, partnership, or enquiries: 📞 +2347039200548/ evangelistpeteriezeibe1[gmail].com May God replenish every seed sown and cause your own life to continually reveal His majesty. MAJESTY REVEALED 2.0 Come and behold His glory. Come and encounter His presence. Come and see His Majesty revealed! PLEASE SHARE THIS MESSAGE. 🙏
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  • GLORIOUS SUNDAY SERMON OF
    23RD AUGUST 2026

    Beloved of God, welcome to this amazing gathering of God's children. As we are about to hear from the throne of mercy, I declared that you will not come in vain, and you will not go empty handed.
    But before we share the word of God, let us pray

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    LESSON: PSALM 139: 23-24.

    TOPIC:
    WHEN GOD LOOKS AT ME, WHAT DOES HE SEE?

    TEXT:
    For man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7 (NKJV)

    INTRODUCTION:
    Last Sunday, we asked ourselves a very important question: “What Kind of Christian Am I?” Today, I want us to go one step deeper. The question is no longer about what I call myself. It is not about what people call me. It is not even about the image I have created before others. The question is: “When God looks at me, what does He see?”

    People see the outside. They see our clothes.
    They hear our words. They see our church attendance. They see our posts on social media. They know our titles and positions. But God sees beyond all of that. 1 Samuel 16:7 says: “For man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.” That means I can impress people and still disappoint God. I can look religious before men and still be far from God in my heart. So today, let us allow God to examine us.

    EXPOSITION:
    1.GODSEES BEYOND MY APPEARANCE:
    We are very conscious of how people see us. We dress well because we want to look good. We speak carefully because we want to sound intelligent. We behave properly because we want to maintain a good reputation. There is nothing wrong with these things.

    But God sees what people cannot see. He sees the thoughts we hide. He sees the motives behind our actions. He sees what we do when nobody is watching. He sees the person behind the public image. You may deceive people, but you cannot deceive God.

    David understood this when he prayed in Psalm 139:23-24: “Search me, O God, and know my heart... and see if there is any wicked way in me.” That should become our prayer too. “Lord, search me.” Not, “Lord, search my neighbour.” Not, “Lord, search my enemies.” Search me.

    2. GOD SEES THE CONDITION OF MY HEART The heart is where God begins His examination.What is inside my heart? Is there unforgiveness? Bitterness? Pride? Jealousy? Greed? Hatred? Secret sin? Or is there genuine love for God and for people? Jesus said in Matthew 12:34: “For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.” Our words often reveal what is already living inside us.

    Sometimes we say, “That was just a mistake.” But repeated words, repeated attitudes and repeated behaviours may reveal something deeper. And this is where the message becomes personal. What does God see when He looks into my heart? Does He see Christ? Does He see humility? Does He see love? Does He see repentance? Or does He see a heart that has become comfortable with things He has been asking us to surrender?

    3. GOD SEES WHETHER MY LIFE AGREES WITH MY CONFESSION:
    Perhaps this is the hardest question. Do I live what I claim to believe? If I say I am a Christian, can people see Christ in the way I treat them? If I say I love God, does my lifestyle demonstrate that love? If I say I have forgiven someone, have I truly released the person from my heart? If I preach holiness, am I pursuing holiness? If I tell others to trust God, do I trust Him when my own circumstances become difficult?

    Jesus said in Matthew 7:16: “You will know them by their fruits.” God is not only interested in what comes out of our mouths.He is interested in what comes out of our lives. Our character is preaching every day. Our conduct is preaching. Our attitude is preaching. Our relationships are preaching. Even when we say nothing, our lives are saying something.

    CONCLUSION:
    THE GREATEST TRAGEDY :
    My beloved, today God is not asking us to examine somebody else. He is asking us to examine ourselves. When God looks at me, what does He see? Does He see a Christian only on the outside? Or does He see a transformed heart? Does He see someone who has truly surrendered to Christ? Maybe today, we need to stop defending ourselves and simply say: “Lord, show me who I really am.” Because the greatest tragedy is not that people misunderstand us. The greatest tragedy is when we misunderstand ourselves before God.

    People may applaud us. People may praise us. People may call us wonderful names. But at the end of everything, the only opinion that matters eternally is God's. So, before you ask, “What does God think about other people?” Ask yourself: “When God looks at me, what does He see?” And if He reveals something that does not look like Christ, don't run from Him.Run to Him. Because the God who reveals our condition is also the God who can transform us.

    PRAYER:
    Father, when You look at me, let me not be ashamed of what You see. Search my heart. Remove every bitterness, pride, hypocrisy, unforgiveness and secret sin. Create in me a clean heart and renew a right spirit within me. Let my private life agree with my public confession. Let my character reflect Christ. Let my words, actions and attitudes bring glory to Your name. And when You look at me, Lord, let You see the evidence of Your grace working in my life. In Jesus' powerful name, Amen.

    GOODWILL MESSAGE.
    This is my goodwill message to you this week:
    May the Lord search your heart and remove everything that does not represent Christ. May your private life be as pleasing to God as your public life appears before men. May your character reflect your confession, your actions reflect your faith, and your life become a true testimony of the transforming power of Jesus Christ. In Jesus' name, Amen.

    HAPPY BLESSED SUNDAY!
    HAVE AN AMAZING WEEK.

    JESUS IS COMING BACK AGAIN SOON!
    REPENT AND BE READY FOR HIM!!

    This wonderful message is brought to you
    With Love from Pastor M O Glorious,
    CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH ,
    Palace of Mercy, Royal District, Restoration Zone. Damolapa, Laketu, Lucky Fibre, Ikorodu Lagos Nigeria.
    For prayer or counseling, pls contact us@
    08055646358: 09018952081
    or
    peganmireAnderson Mwila.com
    #WhenGodLooksAtMe
    #WhatDoesGodSee
    #ChristianLife
    #ExamineYourself
    #SearchMyHeart
    #ChristianCharacter
    #FaithInAction
    #JesusChrist
    #WalkWithGod
    #TheWordOfGod
    #GloriousPositiveVibes
    GLORIOUS SUNDAY SERMON OF 23RD AUGUST 2026 Beloved of God, welcome to this amazing gathering of God's children. As we are about to hear from the throne of mercy, I declared that you will not come in vain, and you will not go empty handed. But before we share the word of God, let us pray 🙏 ENJOY THE FULL VIDEO HERE 👇👇 https://youtu.be/-Zfqj60lXcU?si=XfTep0H_aLMP6SL7 PLEASE WATCH, LIKE, COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBE TO HELP MY CHANNEL GROW. THANKS 🙏 LESSON: PSALM 139: 23-24. TOPIC: WHEN GOD LOOKS AT ME, WHAT DOES HE SEE? TEXT: For man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7 (NKJV) INTRODUCTION: Last Sunday, we asked ourselves a very important question: “What Kind of Christian Am I?” Today, I want us to go one step deeper. The question is no longer about what I call myself. It is not about what people call me. It is not even about the image I have created before others. The question is: “When God looks at me, what does He see?” People see the outside. They see our clothes. They hear our words. They see our church attendance. They see our posts on social media. They know our titles and positions. But God sees beyond all of that. 1 Samuel 16:7 says: “For man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.” That means I can impress people and still disappoint God. I can look religious before men and still be far from God in my heart. So today, let us allow God to examine us. EXPOSITION: 1.GODSEES BEYOND MY APPEARANCE: We are very conscious of how people see us. We dress well because we want to look good. We speak carefully because we want to sound intelligent. We behave properly because we want to maintain a good reputation. There is nothing wrong with these things. But God sees what people cannot see. He sees the thoughts we hide. He sees the motives behind our actions. He sees what we do when nobody is watching. He sees the person behind the public image. You may deceive people, but you cannot deceive God. David understood this when he prayed in Psalm 139:23-24: “Search me, O God, and know my heart... and see if there is any wicked way in me.” That should become our prayer too. “Lord, search me.” Not, “Lord, search my neighbour.” Not, “Lord, search my enemies.” Search me. 2. GOD SEES THE CONDITION OF MY HEART The heart is where God begins His examination.What is inside my heart? Is there unforgiveness? Bitterness? Pride? Jealousy? Greed? Hatred? Secret sin? Or is there genuine love for God and for people? Jesus said in Matthew 12:34: “For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.” Our words often reveal what is already living inside us. Sometimes we say, “That was just a mistake.” But repeated words, repeated attitudes and repeated behaviours may reveal something deeper. And this is where the message becomes personal. What does God see when He looks into my heart? Does He see Christ? Does He see humility? Does He see love? Does He see repentance? Or does He see a heart that has become comfortable with things He has been asking us to surrender? 3. GOD SEES WHETHER MY LIFE AGREES WITH MY CONFESSION: Perhaps this is the hardest question. Do I live what I claim to believe? If I say I am a Christian, can people see Christ in the way I treat them? If I say I love God, does my lifestyle demonstrate that love? If I say I have forgiven someone, have I truly released the person from my heart? If I preach holiness, am I pursuing holiness? If I tell others to trust God, do I trust Him when my own circumstances become difficult? Jesus said in Matthew 7:16: “You will know them by their fruits.” God is not only interested in what comes out of our mouths.He is interested in what comes out of our lives. Our character is preaching every day. Our conduct is preaching. Our attitude is preaching. Our relationships are preaching. Even when we say nothing, our lives are saying something. CONCLUSION: THE GREATEST TRAGEDY : My beloved, today God is not asking us to examine somebody else. He is asking us to examine ourselves. When God looks at me, what does He see? Does He see a Christian only on the outside? Or does He see a transformed heart? Does He see someone who has truly surrendered to Christ? Maybe today, we need to stop defending ourselves and simply say: “Lord, show me who I really am.” Because the greatest tragedy is not that people misunderstand us. The greatest tragedy is when we misunderstand ourselves before God. People may applaud us. People may praise us. People may call us wonderful names. But at the end of everything, the only opinion that matters eternally is God's. So, before you ask, “What does God think about other people?” Ask yourself: “When God looks at me, what does He see?” And if He reveals something that does not look like Christ, don't run from Him.Run to Him. Because the God who reveals our condition is also the God who can transform us. PRAYER: Father, when You look at me, let me not be ashamed of what You see. Search my heart. Remove every bitterness, pride, hypocrisy, unforgiveness and secret sin. Create in me a clean heart and renew a right spirit within me. Let my private life agree with my public confession. Let my character reflect Christ. Let my words, actions and attitudes bring glory to Your name. And when You look at me, Lord, let You see the evidence of Your grace working in my life. In Jesus' powerful name, Amen. GOODWILL MESSAGE. This is my goodwill message to you this week: May the Lord search your heart and remove everything that does not represent Christ. May your private life be as pleasing to God as your public life appears before men. May your character reflect your confession, your actions reflect your faith, and your life become a true testimony of the transforming power of Jesus Christ. In Jesus' name, Amen. HAPPY BLESSED SUNDAY! HAVE AN AMAZING WEEK. JESUS IS COMING BACK AGAIN SOON! REPENT AND BE READY FOR HIM!! 🙋This wonderful message is brought to you With Love from Pastor M O Glorious, CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH , Palace of Mercy, Royal District, Restoration Zone. Damolapa, Laketu, Lucky Fibre, Ikorodu Lagos Nigeria. For prayer or counseling, pls contact us@ 08055646358: 09018952081 or peganmire[gmail].com #WhenGodLooksAtMe #WhatDoesGodSee #ChristianLife #ExamineYourself #SearchMyHeart #ChristianCharacter #FaithInAction #JesusChrist #WalkWithGod #TheWordOfGod #GloriousPositiveVibes
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  • *LAGOS, ARE YOU READY?!*

    The GOOD NEWS is coming with POWER!

    One night. One gathering. One message that can transform a life forever — JESUS!

    Friday, 11th September 2026
    1PM
    RCCG LP 49 KM 1 LASU–Isheri Road, Powerline Bus Stop, Isheri, Lagos

    Bring your friends. Bring your family. Come with expectation!

    GOOD NEWS. GREAT SOUND. GREAT PEOPLE. ONE GREAT JESUS! 🏽

    #GoodNews #Region37YAYAConvention26 #RCCG #YAYA #JesusIsTheGoodNews #Region37
    *LAGOS, ARE YOU READY?!* The GOOD NEWS is coming with POWER! 🔥🔥 One night. One gathering. One message that can transform a life forever — JESUS! 📅 Friday, 11th September 2026 ⏰ 1PM 📍 RCCG LP 49 KM 1 LASU–Isheri Road, Powerline Bus Stop, Isheri, Lagos Bring your friends. Bring your family. Come with expectation! GOOD NEWS. GREAT SOUND. GREAT PEOPLE. ONE GREAT JESUS! 🙌🏽🔥 #GoodNews #Region37YAYAConvention26 #RCCG #YAYA #JesusIsTheGoodNews #Region37
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  • GLORIOUS SUNDAY SERMON OF
    16TH AUGUST 2026

    Beloved of God, welcome to this amazing gathering of God's children. As we are about to hear from the throne of mercy, I declared that you will not come in vain, and you will not go empty handed.
    But before we share the word of God, let us pray

    ENJOY THE FULL VIDEO HERE
    https://youtu.be/IHnZa2BylFo?si=rBUkpriqf33nSXLM
    PLEASE WATCH, LIKE, COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBE
    TO HELP MY CHANNEL GROW. THANKS

    LESSON:
    Matthew 7:16-20

    As a matter of fact, today's message is a self reflection, that's why it's topic is:

    TOPIC:
    WHAT KIND OF CHRISTIAN AM I?

    TEXT:
    You will know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles?
    Matthew 7:16–20 (NKJV)

    INTRODUCTION:
    It is easy to ask, “What kind of church do I attend?” or “What kind of Christians are around me?” But today, God is asking a more personal question:
    What kind of Christian am I?
    Christianity is more than attending church, carrying a Bible, singing worship songs, or being known as a believer. Jesus wants our faith to be visible in the way we live, speak, love, forgive, serve and represent Him.
    The real test of Christianity is not simply what we profess with our lips, but what our lives produce.
    Be immensely blessed by the word in Jesus name.

    EXPOSITION:
    With a sincere mind, let's examine and consider these 3 basic important points.

    1. WHAT KIND OF FRUIT IS MY LIFE PRODUCING?
    Matthew 7:16–20; Galatians 5:22–23; John 15:4–5
    Jesus said, “You will know them by their fruits.”
    Notice that Jesus did not say people would be known merely by their appearance, religious vocabulary, church position or spiritual title. He said they would be known by their fruit. Fruit is evidence of what is happening inside a tree. In the same way, our daily conduct reveals what is happening in our hearts.

    A Christian may speak about love, but how do I treat people who offend me? I may talk about forgiveness, but can I forgive those who hurt me? I may preach holiness, but what happens when nobody is watching? I may say that I trust God, but what happens when I face disappointment? These are the moments when our fruit becomes visible.
    Galatians 5:22–23 describes the fruit of the Spirit as love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.

    This gives us something practical to examine.
    Is there love in me? Is there patience in me?
    Is there self-control in me? Can people see Christ in the way I respond under pressure?
    Because sometimes, the greatest testimony we preach is not from the pulpit. It is through our behaviour when life does not go according to our expectations. Jesus also said in John 15:5, “He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit.”

    Fruitfulness is therefore connected to our relationship with Christ. We cannot consistently produce Christlike character while living far from Christ. The question is not whether we once produced good fruit. The question is: What is my life producing now?

    EXPOSITION:
    2. AM I A LIGHT THAT LEADS PEOPLE TO CHRIST OR A STUMBLING BLOCK?
    Matthew 5:14–16; Romans 14:13; 1 Peter 2:12
    Jesus said, “You are the light of the world.”
    That means our Christianity is not supposed to remain inside the church building. People are watching us.
    Our neighbours are watching. Our colleagues are watching. Our family members are watching. Young people are watching. Even people who disagree with Christianity are watching.

    Sometimes, before they read the Bible, they read our lives. This is why we must ask ourselves a difficult question: Does my lifestyle make people desire to know Jesus, or does it give them another reason to reject Him? A Christian can become a stumbling block through bitterness, dishonesty, hypocrisy, arrogance, unforgiveness, gossip, immoral behaviour or an abusive attitude. Imagine telling someone that Jesus changes lives, while that person consistently sees anger, hatred and dishonesty in our own life.
    What message are we communicating?

    Romans 14:13 tells believers not to put a stumbling block or a cause to fall in another believer’s way.
    This does not mean that we live our lives based on people's opinions. It means we recognize that Christian freedom carries Christian responsibility.
    Our lives should make the Gospel attractive, not contradictory. Jesus said in Matthew 5:16:
    “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”

    The purpose of our light is not to make people admire us. It is to make them glorify God. So, when people encounter me, what do they encounter? Christ or character problems? Grace or hostility? Truth or hypocrisy? Love or bitterness? We cannot preach the Gospel effectively with our mouths while preaching a different gospel with our lifestyle.

    EXPOSITION:
    3. AM I OBEYING CHRIST OR AM I ONLY PRACTISING RELIGION?
    John 14:15; James 1:22–25; Matthew 28:19–20
    Jesus said plainly: “If you love Me, keep My commandments.” That means genuine Christianity must eventually produce obedience. It is possible to become very familiar with church activities while becoming unfamiliar with obedience to Christ.
    We can attend services, participate in programmes, sing loudly, pray publicly and even hold positions in church, yet still ignore the simple commands of Jesus.

    Jesus commanded us to love one another.
    He commanded us to forgive.
    He commanded us to serve.
    He commanded us to make disciples.
    He commanded us to preach the Gospel.
    He commanded us to live as lights in a dark world.
    The question therefore becomes:
    Am I doing what Jesus asked me to do?

    James 1:22 warns us not to be merely hearers of the Word, but doers. Hearing God's Word without obeying it can create the illusion of spiritual maturity.
    Knowledge is not the same as obedience.
    Knowing that we should forgive is not forgiveness.
    Knowing that we should evangelize is not evangelism.
    Knowing that we should love is not love.
    Knowing that we should live holy is not holiness.
    At some point, the Word we hear must become the life we live. And this includes the Great Commission.

    Jesus said in Matthew 28:19–20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations.” Every Christian may not stand behind a pulpit, but every Christian has a responsibility to represent Christ. There is somebody around us who needs encouragement.
    Somebody needs to hear the Gospel.
    Somebody needs to see forgiveness.
    Somebody needs to see genuine Christian love.
    Somebody may be watching our life and wondering whether Jesus is truly real.

    So the question is not merely:
    “Am I a Christian?” The deeper question is:
    “What kind of Christian am I?”
    Am I a Christian by name, or by transformation?
    Am I only a church member, or am I a disciple of Jesus? Am I carrying the name of Christ while refusing to carry His character?
    This brings us to the conclusion of the message.

    CONCLUSION:
    Today, the mirror is before us.
    Not before our neighbour.
    Not before another church member.
    Not before society. Before me.
    What kind of Christian am I?
    May our Christianity be more than words, titles and religious activities. May our lives produce good fruit, shine as lights, and demonstrate obedience to Christ.
    Let people encounter us and see something that points them back to Jesus.

    CLOSING PRAYER:
    Let us pray!
    Lord Jesus, make us genuine representatives of Your kingdom. Let our lives produce good fruit, let our character reflect You, and let our actions never become a stumbling block to others. Help us to love, forgive, serve and obey You faithfully. May our lives point people to Christ. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.

    GOODWILL MESSAGE:
    This is my goodwill message for you this week:
    May your life become a living testimony of the transforming power of Jesus Christ. May your words carry grace, your character reveal Christ, and your actions draw others closer to God. May your faith remain fruitful, your light continue to shine, and your life bring glory to your Father in heaven. Amen.

    HAPPY WONDERFUL SUNDAY,
    HAVE AN AMAZING WEEK.

    LIKE IT OR NOT!
    JESUS IS COMING BACK AGAIN SOON!!
    REPENT AND BE READY FOR HIM!!!

    This wonderful message is brought to you
    With Love from Pastor M O Glorious,
    CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH ,
    Palace of Mercy, Royal District, Restoration Zone. Damolapa, Laketu, Lucky Fibre, Ikorodu Lagos Nigeria. For prayer or counseling, pls contact us@
    08055646358: 09018952081
    or
    peganmireAnderson Mwila.com

    #WhatKindOfChristianAmI #ChristianCharacter
    #ChristLikeLiving #FruitOfTheSpirit
    #BeTheLight #ChristianFaith
    #WalkWithChrist #ObeyChrist
    #LiveForJesus l#LetYourLightShine
    #KingdomLiving #JesusChrist
    GLORIOUS SUNDAY SERMON OF 16TH AUGUST 2026 Beloved of God, welcome to this amazing gathering of God's children. As we are about to hear from the throne of mercy, I declared that you will not come in vain, and you will not go empty handed. But before we share the word of God, let us pray 🙏 ENJOY THE FULL VIDEO HERE 👇👇👇 https://youtu.be/IHnZa2BylFo?si=rBUkpriqf33nSXLM PLEASE WATCH, LIKE, COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBE TO HELP MY CHANNEL GROW. THANKS 🙏 LESSON: Matthew 7:16-20 As a matter of fact, today's message is a self reflection, that's why it's topic is: TOPIC: WHAT KIND OF CHRISTIAN AM I? TEXT: You will know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles? Matthew 7:16–20 (NKJV) INTRODUCTION: It is easy to ask, “What kind of church do I attend?” or “What kind of Christians are around me?” But today, God is asking a more personal question: What kind of Christian am I? Christianity is more than attending church, carrying a Bible, singing worship songs, or being known as a believer. Jesus wants our faith to be visible in the way we live, speak, love, forgive, serve and represent Him. The real test of Christianity is not simply what we profess with our lips, but what our lives produce. Be immensely blessed by the word in Jesus name. EXPOSITION: With a sincere mind, let's examine and consider these 3 basic important points. 1. WHAT KIND OF FRUIT IS MY LIFE PRODUCING? Matthew 7:16–20; Galatians 5:22–23; John 15:4–5 Jesus said, “You will know them by their fruits.” Notice that Jesus did not say people would be known merely by their appearance, religious vocabulary, church position or spiritual title. He said they would be known by their fruit. Fruit is evidence of what is happening inside a tree. In the same way, our daily conduct reveals what is happening in our hearts. A Christian may speak about love, but how do I treat people who offend me? I may talk about forgiveness, but can I forgive those who hurt me? I may preach holiness, but what happens when nobody is watching? I may say that I trust God, but what happens when I face disappointment? These are the moments when our fruit becomes visible. Galatians 5:22–23 describes the fruit of the Spirit as love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. This gives us something practical to examine. Is there love in me? Is there patience in me? Is there self-control in me? Can people see Christ in the way I respond under pressure? Because sometimes, the greatest testimony we preach is not from the pulpit. It is through our behaviour when life does not go according to our expectations. Jesus also said in John 15:5, “He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit.” Fruitfulness is therefore connected to our relationship with Christ. We cannot consistently produce Christlike character while living far from Christ. The question is not whether we once produced good fruit. The question is: What is my life producing now? EXPOSITION: 2. AM I A LIGHT THAT LEADS PEOPLE TO CHRIST OR A STUMBLING BLOCK? Matthew 5:14–16; Romans 14:13; 1 Peter 2:12 Jesus said, “You are the light of the world.” That means our Christianity is not supposed to remain inside the church building. People are watching us. Our neighbours are watching. Our colleagues are watching. Our family members are watching. Young people are watching. Even people who disagree with Christianity are watching. Sometimes, before they read the Bible, they read our lives. This is why we must ask ourselves a difficult question: Does my lifestyle make people desire to know Jesus, or does it give them another reason to reject Him? A Christian can become a stumbling block through bitterness, dishonesty, hypocrisy, arrogance, unforgiveness, gossip, immoral behaviour or an abusive attitude. Imagine telling someone that Jesus changes lives, while that person consistently sees anger, hatred and dishonesty in our own life. What message are we communicating? Romans 14:13 tells believers not to put a stumbling block or a cause to fall in another believer’s way. This does not mean that we live our lives based on people's opinions. It means we recognize that Christian freedom carries Christian responsibility. Our lives should make the Gospel attractive, not contradictory. Jesus said in Matthew 5:16: “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” The purpose of our light is not to make people admire us. It is to make them glorify God. So, when people encounter me, what do they encounter? Christ or character problems? Grace or hostility? Truth or hypocrisy? Love or bitterness? We cannot preach the Gospel effectively with our mouths while preaching a different gospel with our lifestyle. EXPOSITION: 3. AM I OBEYING CHRIST OR AM I ONLY PRACTISING RELIGION? John 14:15; James 1:22–25; Matthew 28:19–20 Jesus said plainly: “If you love Me, keep My commandments.” That means genuine Christianity must eventually produce obedience. It is possible to become very familiar with church activities while becoming unfamiliar with obedience to Christ. We can attend services, participate in programmes, sing loudly, pray publicly and even hold positions in church, yet still ignore the simple commands of Jesus. Jesus commanded us to love one another. He commanded us to forgive. He commanded us to serve. He commanded us to make disciples. He commanded us to preach the Gospel. He commanded us to live as lights in a dark world. The question therefore becomes: Am I doing what Jesus asked me to do? James 1:22 warns us not to be merely hearers of the Word, but doers. Hearing God's Word without obeying it can create the illusion of spiritual maturity. Knowledge is not the same as obedience. Knowing that we should forgive is not forgiveness. Knowing that we should evangelize is not evangelism. Knowing that we should love is not love. Knowing that we should live holy is not holiness. At some point, the Word we hear must become the life we live. And this includes the Great Commission. Jesus said in Matthew 28:19–20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations.” Every Christian may not stand behind a pulpit, but every Christian has a responsibility to represent Christ. There is somebody around us who needs encouragement. Somebody needs to hear the Gospel. Somebody needs to see forgiveness. Somebody needs to see genuine Christian love. Somebody may be watching our life and wondering whether Jesus is truly real. So the question is not merely: “Am I a Christian?” The deeper question is: “What kind of Christian am I?” Am I a Christian by name, or by transformation? Am I only a church member, or am I a disciple of Jesus? Am I carrying the name of Christ while refusing to carry His character? This brings us to the conclusion of the message. CONCLUSION: Today, the mirror is before us. Not before our neighbour. Not before another church member. Not before society. Before me. What kind of Christian am I? May our Christianity be more than words, titles and religious activities. May our lives produce good fruit, shine as lights, and demonstrate obedience to Christ. Let people encounter us and see something that points them back to Jesus. CLOSING PRAYER: Let us pray! Lord Jesus, make us genuine representatives of Your kingdom. Let our lives produce good fruit, let our character reflect You, and let our actions never become a stumbling block to others. Help us to love, forgive, serve and obey You faithfully. May our lives point people to Christ. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen. GOODWILL MESSAGE: This is my goodwill message for you this week: May your life become a living testimony of the transforming power of Jesus Christ. May your words carry grace, your character reveal Christ, and your actions draw others closer to God. May your faith remain fruitful, your light continue to shine, and your life bring glory to your Father in heaven. Amen. HAPPY WONDERFUL SUNDAY, HAVE AN AMAZING WEEK. LIKE IT OR NOT! JESUS IS COMING BACK AGAIN SOON!! REPENT AND BE READY FOR HIM!!! 🙋This wonderful message is brought to you With Love from Pastor M O Glorious, CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH , Palace of Mercy, Royal District, Restoration Zone. Damolapa, Laketu, Lucky Fibre, Ikorodu Lagos Nigeria. For prayer or counseling, pls contact us@ 08055646358: 09018952081 or peganmire[gmail].com #WhatKindOfChristianAmI #ChristianCharacter #ChristLikeLiving #FruitOfTheSpirit #BeTheLight #ChristianFaith #WalkWithChrist #ObeyChrist #LiveForJesus l#LetYourLightShine #KingdomLiving #JesusChrist
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  • "THE DOOR CLOSED"

    *Lagos, 2024*

    Adaora was 27. Smart, diligent, and the top performer on her team at _BrightWave Tech_. For 3 years she showed up early, stayed late, and covered for people. Everyone said she was "next in line for manager."

    Then one Friday, HR called her in.
    "We’re downsizing. Today is your last day."

    No warning. No performance issues. Just a box, an email deactivation, and 24 other people walking out with her.
    The reason they gave? "Budget cuts."
    The real reason her colleagues whispered? The new COO wanted "his own people."

    Adaora went home and broke. Rent was due in 2 weeks. Her younger brother’s school fees were unpaid. She had sent 87 applications in 6 months before this job.

    *Weeks 1-4: The silence*

    She applied everywhere. Interviews ghosted her. One recruiter said, "We love you but you’re 'overqualified'."
    She prayed. Fasted. Her pastor laid hands on her and said _“God is not done.”_
    She believed it… until month 3 hit.

    *Week 12: All doors closed*

    She got a final email from BrightWave’s HR: "Appeal denied. Position filled."
    Her landlord gave her a 7-day notice. Her phone was about to be cut off.
    That night she sat on her mat in her small apartment in Yaba, Bible open to _Isaiah 43:19_ — _“Behold, I am doing a new thing. Now it springs forth.”_
    She whispered, "God, if You’re doing a new thing, I can’t see it."



    That same week, she saw on LinkedIn that her old role was reposted. Same title. Same salary. But the requirement now said "3-5 years experience + must have worked at BrightWave."
    It felt cruel. Like God was teasing her.
    She closed the app and cried, "It’s over."


    Sunday morning. Her pastor called her out during service. "Someone here lost a job unfairly. God says: ‘I saw what was done in secret, and I will answer in public.’"
    Adaora didn’t know what to think.

    Monday 9:03am.

    Unknown number.
    "Hello, is this Adaora? This is the CEO of BrightWave. We just finished an audit. We found out the downsizing was targeted and illegal. The COO has been let go. We’d like to offer you your job back. With 4 months back pay. And a promotion to Team Lead. Can you resume Wednesday?"

    She dropped her phone.
    Later she found out: One of the board members had watched her mentor interns for free on YouTube during her unemployment. He told the CEO, "That’s the kind of person we need leading."

    *6 months later*
    Adaora now runs the department. The first thing she did was rehire 2 people who were let go with her.
    She keeps a sticky note on her desk: _“Man said no. God said watch.”_

    *The truth she tells young people now:*
    "There was a moment I thought God forgot me. But He was working behind closed boardroom doors I couldn’t access. When man shuts the last door, God builds a new hallway."

    _“With God all things are possible.” — Matthew 19:26_
    _“No weapon formed against
    "THE DOOR CLOSED" *Lagos, 2024* Adaora was 27. Smart, diligent, and the top performer on her team at _BrightWave Tech_. For 3 years she showed up early, stayed late, and covered for people. Everyone said she was "next in line for manager." Then one Friday, HR called her in. "We’re downsizing. Today is your last day." No warning. No performance issues. Just a box, an email deactivation, and 24 other people walking out with her. The reason they gave? "Budget cuts." The real reason her colleagues whispered? The new COO wanted "his own people." Adaora went home and broke. Rent was due in 2 weeks. Her younger brother’s school fees were unpaid. She had sent 87 applications in 6 months before this job. *Weeks 1-4: The silence* She applied everywhere. Interviews ghosted her. One recruiter said, "We love you but you’re 'overqualified'." She prayed. Fasted. Her pastor laid hands on her and said _“God is not done.”_ She believed it… until month 3 hit. *Week 12: All doors closed* She got a final email from BrightWave’s HR: "Appeal denied. Position filled." Her landlord gave her a 7-day notice. Her phone was about to be cut off. That night she sat on her mat in her small apartment in Yaba, Bible open to _Isaiah 43:19_ — _“Behold, I am doing a new thing. Now it springs forth.”_ She whispered, "God, if You’re doing a new thing, I can’t see it." That same week, she saw on LinkedIn that her old role was reposted. Same title. Same salary. But the requirement now said "3-5 years experience + must have worked at BrightWave." It felt cruel. Like God was teasing her. She closed the app and cried, "It’s over." Sunday morning. Her pastor called her out during service. "Someone here lost a job unfairly. God says: ‘I saw what was done in secret, and I will answer in public.’" Adaora didn’t know what to think. Monday 9:03am. Unknown number. "Hello, is this Adaora? This is the CEO of BrightWave. We just finished an audit. We found out the downsizing was targeted and illegal. The COO has been let go. We’d like to offer you your job back. With 4 months back pay. And a promotion to Team Lead. Can you resume Wednesday?" She dropped her phone. Later she found out: One of the board members had watched her mentor interns for free on YouTube during her unemployment. He told the CEO, "That’s the kind of person we need leading." *6 months later* Adaora now runs the department. The first thing she did was rehire 2 people who were let go with her. She keeps a sticky note on her desk: _“Man said no. God said watch.”_ *The truth she tells young people now:* "There was a moment I thought God forgot me. But He was working behind closed boardroom doors I couldn’t access. When man shuts the last door, God builds a new hallway." _“With God all things are possible.” — Matthew 19:26_ _“No weapon formed against
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  • OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL
     
    DATE: TUESDAY AUGUST 11TH 2026
     
    THEME: INPUT DETERMINES OUTPUT I
     
    MEMORISE: Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.
    1 Corinthians 9:24
     
    READ: Proverbs 31:1-9

    1  The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him.

    2 What, my son? and what, the son of my womb? and what, the son of my vows?

    3 Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings.

    4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink:

    5 Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.

    6 Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts.

    7 Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.

    8 Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction.

    9 Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy.
     
    MESSAGE

    The farther you want to go in life, the more you must invest in yourself. For example, if you are driving a Car with a tank full of petrol from Lagos, which is in South West Nigeria, to somewhere in Northern Nigeria, you will need to refuel your car at some point during the course of your journey. However, if you were only going to Ibadan, which is also a city in the South West of Nigeria, you wouldn't need to stop on your way to buy more petrol.

    Anyone who wants to go far in life must invest resources that include holiness, hard work, knowledge, and good interpersonal skills in his or her life, while avoiding unproductive habits such as binge-watching movies, scrolling aimlessly on social media, wild partying, and the like. Discipline is required to go far in life. I recall when I was a child, my mother would compel me to stay indoors and study while my friends were outdoors playing football. I used to complain a lot about it, but she insisted until it became a part of me. One time, I was at my uncle's place, where a masquerade show was taking place on the street, and everyone was outside watching the show except me. My uncle came to me and asked why I didn't go outside to watch the show, and I responded, "The fellow everyone will watch someday does not sit around watching shows." Many years later, when God had lifted me, he reminded me of that day and said, "Today, the whole world is watching you."

    Beloved, what you invest in yourself is what will determine your height in life. While the other captives in the king of Babylon's palace were busy dining and feasting on the king's delicacies, Daniel and his three counterparts focused on consecrating themselves to the Lord (Daniel 1:3-12). I believe that they were not the only Jews in the king's palace at that time, but they were the only ones who went on to do exploits because they invested the right resources in themselves.

    Child of God, if you have big dreams that you want to see come to pass, then you must pay the price to invest in yourself. You must also let go of unnecessary weights, Such as laziness and a lack of self-control, as well as impurities like sin, which can hinder you from fulfilling God's plans for your life. I pray that you will fulfil God's plans for your life, in Jesus' name.
     
    PRAYER POINT

    Father, please help me to invest the right resources in my life so I can fulfil Your plans for me, in Jesus' name.
     
    BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Jeremiah 25-27
     
    AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE
     
    HYMN 20: I’M PRESSING ON THE UPWARD WAY
    1. I’m pressing on the upward way,
    New heights I’m gaining every day;
    Still praying as I onward bound,
    “Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”

    Chorus:
    Lord, lift me up, and let me stand
    By faith on Canaan’s tableland;
    A higher plane than I have found,
    Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.

    2. My heart has no desire to stay
    Where doubts arise and fears dismay;
    Though some may dwell where these abound,
    My prayer, my aim, is higher ground.

    3. I want to live above the world,
    Though Satan’s darts at me are hurled;
    For faith has caught the joyful sound,
    The song of saints on higher ground.

    4. I want to scale the utmost height
    And catch a gleam of glory bright;
    But still I’ll pray till rest I’ve found,
    “Lord, lead me on to higher ground.”
    OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL   DATE: TUESDAY AUGUST 11TH 2026   THEME: INPUT DETERMINES OUTPUT I   MEMORISE: Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. 1 Corinthians 9:24   READ: Proverbs 31:1-9 1  The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him. 2 What, my son? and what, the son of my womb? and what, the son of my vows? 3 Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings. 4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink: 5 Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted. 6 Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts. 7 Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more. 8 Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. 9 Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy.   MESSAGE The farther you want to go in life, the more you must invest in yourself. For example, if you are driving a Car with a tank full of petrol from Lagos, which is in South West Nigeria, to somewhere in Northern Nigeria, you will need to refuel your car at some point during the course of your journey. However, if you were only going to Ibadan, which is also a city in the South West of Nigeria, you wouldn't need to stop on your way to buy more petrol. Anyone who wants to go far in life must invest resources that include holiness, hard work, knowledge, and good interpersonal skills in his or her life, while avoiding unproductive habits such as binge-watching movies, scrolling aimlessly on social media, wild partying, and the like. Discipline is required to go far in life. I recall when I was a child, my mother would compel me to stay indoors and study while my friends were outdoors playing football. I used to complain a lot about it, but she insisted until it became a part of me. One time, I was at my uncle's place, where a masquerade show was taking place on the street, and everyone was outside watching the show except me. My uncle came to me and asked why I didn't go outside to watch the show, and I responded, "The fellow everyone will watch someday does not sit around watching shows." Many years later, when God had lifted me, he reminded me of that day and said, "Today, the whole world is watching you." Beloved, what you invest in yourself is what will determine your height in life. While the other captives in the king of Babylon's palace were busy dining and feasting on the king's delicacies, Daniel and his three counterparts focused on consecrating themselves to the Lord (Daniel 1:3-12). I believe that they were not the only Jews in the king's palace at that time, but they were the only ones who went on to do exploits because they invested the right resources in themselves. Child of God, if you have big dreams that you want to see come to pass, then you must pay the price to invest in yourself. You must also let go of unnecessary weights, Such as laziness and a lack of self-control, as well as impurities like sin, which can hinder you from fulfilling God's plans for your life. I pray that you will fulfil God's plans for your life, in Jesus' name.   PRAYER POINT Father, please help me to invest the right resources in my life so I can fulfil Your plans for me, in Jesus' name.   BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Jeremiah 25-27   AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE   HYMN 20: I’M PRESSING ON THE UPWARD WAY 1. I’m pressing on the upward way, New heights I’m gaining every day; Still praying as I onward bound, “Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.” Chorus: Lord, lift me up, and let me stand By faith on Canaan’s tableland; A higher plane than I have found, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground. 2. My heart has no desire to stay Where doubts arise and fears dismay; Though some may dwell where these abound, My prayer, my aim, is higher ground. 3. I want to live above the world, Though Satan’s darts at me are hurled; For faith has caught the joyful sound, The song of saints on higher ground. 4. I want to scale the utmost height And catch a gleam of glory bright; But still I’ll pray till rest I’ve found, “Lord, lead me on to higher ground.”
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  • OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL
    DATE: TUESDAY AUGUST 11TH 2026

    THEME: INPUT DETERMINES OUTPUT I

    MEMORISE: Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.
    1 Corinthians 9:24

    READ: Proverbs 31:1-9

    1 The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him.

    2 What, my son? and what, the son of my womb? and what, the son of my vows?

    3 Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings.

    4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink:

    5 Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.

    6 Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts.

    7 Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.

    8 Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction.

    9 Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy.

    MESSAGE

    The farther you want to go in life, the more you must invest in yourself. For example, if you are driving a Car with a tank full of petrol from Lagos, which is in South West Nigeria, to somewhere in Northern Nigeria, you will need to refuel your car at some point during the course of your journey. However, if you were only going to Ibadan, which is also a city in the South West of Nigeria, you wouldn't need to stop on your way to buy more petrol.

    Anyone who wants to go far in life must invest resources that include holiness, hard work, knowledge, and good interpersonal skills in his or her life, while avoiding unproductive habits such as binge-watching movies, scrolling aimlessly on social media, wild partying, and the like. Discipline is required to go far in life. I recall when I was a child, my mother would compel me to stay indoors and study while my friends were outdoors playing football. I used to complain a lot about it, but she insisted until it became a part of me. One time, I was at my uncle's place, where a masquerade show was taking place on the street, and everyone was outside watching the show except me. My uncle came to me and asked why I didn't go outside to watch the show, and I responded, "The fellow everyone will watch someday does not sit around watching shows." Many years later, when God had lifted me, he reminded me of that day and said, "Today, the whole world is watching you."

    Beloved, what you invest in yourself is what will determine your height in life. While the other captives in the king of Babylon's palace were busy dining and feasting on the king's delicacies, Daniel and his three counterparts focused on consecrating themselves to the Lord (Daniel 1:3-12). I believe that they were not the only Jews in the king's palace at that time, but they were the only ones who went on to do exploits because they invested the right resources in themselves.

    Child of God, if you have big dreams that you want to see come to pass, then you must pay the price to invest in yourself. You must also let go of unnecessary weights, Such as laziness and a lack of self-control, as well as impurities like sin, which can hinder you from fulfilling God's plans for your life. I pray that you will fulfil God's plans for your life, in Jesus' name.

    PRAYER POINT

    Father, please help me to invest the right resources in my life so I can fulfil Your plans for me, in Jesus' name.

    BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Jeremiah 25-27

    AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE

    HYMN 20: I’M PRESSING ON THE UPWARD WAY
    1. I’m pressing on the upward way,
    New heights I’m gaining every day;
    Still praying as I onward bound,
    “Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”

    Chorus:
    Lord, lift me up, and let me stand
    By faith on Canaan’s tableland;
    A higher plane than I have found,
    Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.

    2. My heart has no desire to stay
    Where doubts arise and fears dismay;
    Though some may dwell where these abound,
    My prayer, my aim, is higher ground.

    3. I want to live above the world,
    Though Satan’s darts at me are hurled;
    For faith has caught the joyful sound,
    The song of saints on higher ground.

    4. I want to scale the utmost height
    And catch a gleam of glory bright;
    But still I’ll pray till rest I’ve found,
    “Lord, lead me on to higher ground.”



    PRAYER POINTS ON TODAY'S OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL
    TUESDAY, 11TH AUGUST, 2026
    *INPUT DETERMINES OUTPUT I*

    1.Father, thank You for saving my soul and laying for me a sure foundation in Christ Jesus for a secured glorious future.

    2.Father, thank You for Your promise to straighten my crooked paths, and to make plain my rough places. Thank You for the infilling of the Holy Spirit to teach and guide me on knowing Your will.

    3.Father, thank You for Your plan and purpose for my life. Thank You for Your wish for me to prosper, and to be in good health even as my soul prosper.

    4.Father, please help me not to jeopardize the glorious future You have planned for me, but to invest in myself, good virtues of holiness, hard work, knowledge and great interpersonal skills, in Jesus' name.

    5.Father, please help me to avoid unproductive habits, and to be disciplined in all areas of my life so I can go far in life to fulfill Your purpose, in Jesus' name.

    6.Father, please help me to pay the price to attain a glorious future, to sacrifice time and every resources needed to become the person You have created me to be, in Jesus' name.

    7.Father, please help me to separate myself from any defilement that may corrupt my destiny; even in a strange land, help me to keep myself for You, in Jesus' name.

    8.Father, please help me to invest the right resources in myself, to run the race lawfully according to Your will, so I can obtain the heavenly reward/prize, in Jesus' name.

    9.Father, please help me to let go of unnecessary weights of laziness, lack of self-control and sin that may hinder me from fulfilling Your plans for my life, in Jesus' name.

    10.Father, please help me to invest the right resources in my life so I can fulfill Your plans for me, in Jesus' name.

    11.Father, thank You for the life of Your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye.

    Help him to leave a good heritance do his children's children children, in Jesus' name. Bless his children (biological and spiritual). Help him to continue to produce sons and daughters to Your glory, in Jesus name

    ‎12.Father, please bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, with wisdom and favour. Answer all his prayers beyond measure, and all those who have been broadcasting them, in Jesus' name.

    ‎13.Father, please let every challenge and temptations, hindrance and obstacles of getting these prayer points across to Your children, timely, and on daily basis be removed, in Jesus name.

    ‎14.Your personal petitions.
    ‎(Philippians 4:6)

    ‎15.In Jesus name I pray.
    ‎(John 14:13-14; 15:16)

    #GodBlessOurNation

    *These prayers have no expiry date! Please join us in prayer, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.
    OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL DATE: TUESDAY AUGUST 11TH 2026 THEME: INPUT DETERMINES OUTPUT I MEMORISE: Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. 1 Corinthians 9:24 READ: Proverbs 31:1-9 1 The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him. 2 What, my son? and what, the son of my womb? and what, the son of my vows? 3 Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings. 4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink: 5 Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted. 6 Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts. 7 Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more. 8 Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. 9 Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy. MESSAGE The farther you want to go in life, the more you must invest in yourself. For example, if you are driving a Car with a tank full of petrol from Lagos, which is in South West Nigeria, to somewhere in Northern Nigeria, you will need to refuel your car at some point during the course of your journey. However, if you were only going to Ibadan, which is also a city in the South West of Nigeria, you wouldn't need to stop on your way to buy more petrol. Anyone who wants to go far in life must invest resources that include holiness, hard work, knowledge, and good interpersonal skills in his or her life, while avoiding unproductive habits such as binge-watching movies, scrolling aimlessly on social media, wild partying, and the like. Discipline is required to go far in life. I recall when I was a child, my mother would compel me to stay indoors and study while my friends were outdoors playing football. I used to complain a lot about it, but she insisted until it became a part of me. One time, I was at my uncle's place, where a masquerade show was taking place on the street, and everyone was outside watching the show except me. My uncle came to me and asked why I didn't go outside to watch the show, and I responded, "The fellow everyone will watch someday does not sit around watching shows." Many years later, when God had lifted me, he reminded me of that day and said, "Today, the whole world is watching you." Beloved, what you invest in yourself is what will determine your height in life. While the other captives in the king of Babylon's palace were busy dining and feasting on the king's delicacies, Daniel and his three counterparts focused on consecrating themselves to the Lord (Daniel 1:3-12). I believe that they were not the only Jews in the king's palace at that time, but they were the only ones who went on to do exploits because they invested the right resources in themselves. Child of God, if you have big dreams that you want to see come to pass, then you must pay the price to invest in yourself. You must also let go of unnecessary weights, Such as laziness and a lack of self-control, as well as impurities like sin, which can hinder you from fulfilling God's plans for your life. I pray that you will fulfil God's plans for your life, in Jesus' name. PRAYER POINT Father, please help me to invest the right resources in my life so I can fulfil Your plans for me, in Jesus' name. BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Jeremiah 25-27 AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE HYMN 20: I’M PRESSING ON THE UPWARD WAY 1. I’m pressing on the upward way, New heights I’m gaining every day; Still praying as I onward bound, “Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.” Chorus: Lord, lift me up, and let me stand By faith on Canaan’s tableland; A higher plane than I have found, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground. 2. My heart has no desire to stay Where doubts arise and fears dismay; Though some may dwell where these abound, My prayer, my aim, is higher ground. 3. I want to live above the world, Though Satan’s darts at me are hurled; For faith has caught the joyful sound, The song of saints on higher ground. 4. I want to scale the utmost height And catch a gleam of glory bright; But still I’ll pray till rest I’ve found, “Lord, lead me on to higher ground.” PRAYER POINTS ON TODAY'S OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL TUESDAY, 11TH AUGUST, 2026 *INPUT DETERMINES OUTPUT I* ‎ 1.Father, thank You for saving my soul and laying for me a sure foundation in Christ Jesus for a secured glorious future. 2.Father, thank You for Your promise to straighten my crooked paths, and to make plain my rough places. Thank You for the infilling of the Holy Spirit to teach and guide me on knowing Your will. 3.Father, thank You for Your plan and purpose for my life. Thank You for Your wish for me to prosper, and to be in good health even as my soul prosper. 4.Father, please help me not to jeopardize the glorious future You have planned for me, but to invest in myself, good virtues of holiness, hard work, knowledge and great interpersonal skills, in Jesus' name. 5.Father, please help me to avoid unproductive habits, and to be disciplined in all areas of my life so I can go far in life to fulfill Your purpose, in Jesus' name. 6.Father, please help me to pay the price to attain a glorious future, to sacrifice time and every resources needed to become the person You have created me to be, in Jesus' name. 7.Father, please help me to separate myself from any defilement that may corrupt my destiny; even in a strange land, help me to keep myself for You, in Jesus' name. 8.Father, please help me to invest the right resources in myself, to run the race lawfully according to Your will, so I can obtain the heavenly reward/prize, in Jesus' name. 9.Father, please help me to let go of unnecessary weights of laziness, lack of self-control and sin that may hinder me from fulfilling Your plans for my life, in Jesus' name. 10.Father, please help me to invest the right resources in my life so I can fulfill Your plans for me, in Jesus' name. 11.Father, thank You for the life of Your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye. ‎ Help him to leave a good heritance do his children's children children, in Jesus' name. Bless his children (biological and spiritual). Help him to continue to produce sons and daughters to Your glory, in Jesus name ‎ ‎12.Father, please bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, with wisdom and favour. Answer all his prayers beyond measure, and all those who have been broadcasting them, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎13.Father, please let every challenge and temptations, hindrance and obstacles of getting these prayer points across to Your children, timely, and on daily basis be removed, in Jesus name. ‎ ‎14.Your personal petitions. ‎(Philippians 4:6) ‎ ‎15.In Jesus name I pray. ‎(John 14:13-14; 15:16) ‎ #GodBlessOurNation *These prayers have no expiry date! Please join us in prayer, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.
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  • GLORIOUS SUNDAY SERMON OF
    2ND AUGUST 2026

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    LESSON: MATTHEW ,6:14-15

    TOPIC:
    HEALING A BROKEN WORLD THROUGH FORGIVENESS.

    TEXT:
    And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.
    Ephesians 4:32

    INTRODUCTION:
    Our world is filled with pain, conflicts, broken relationships, and wounded hearts. Families are divided, communities are fractured, and nations struggle with hatred and revenge. Yet God's answer to a hurting world has never changed. It is forgiveness. Forgiveness does not deny the pain we have experienced, but it releases us from becoming prisoners of bitterness. Through Christ, we have received forgiveness, and He calls us to extend that same grace to others. Be blessed.

    EXPOSITION:
    1. FORGIVENESS REFLECTS THE CHARACTER OF CHRIST
    The greatest demonstration of forgiveness was revealed at the cross, where Jesus prayed, "Father, forgive them," even while suffering unjustly. This teaches us that forgiveness is not based on the offender's actions but on God's grace working in our hearts. As believers, we are called to reflect Christ's character by extending mercy to those who have hurt us. Forgiveness does not mean approving wrongdoing or ignoring justice. Rather, it means refusing to let bitterness rule our hearts and choosing to respond with the love of Christ. When we forgive, we become living testimonies of God's transforming power and reveal His nature to a watching world. Luke 23:34; Colossians 3:13; Ephesians 4:32.

    2. FORGIVENESS BRINGS HEALING TO THE HEART.
    Many people carry invisible wounds caused by betrayal, rejection, disappointment, or harsh words. Left unresolved, these wounds often grow into bitterness, anger, and spiritual dryness. God's remedy is forgiveness. When we release those who have offended us into God's hands, we also release ourselves from the prison of resentment. Forgiveness restores inner peace, renews our fellowship with God, and creates room for the Holy Spirit to heal emotional and spiritual scars. A heart filled with forgiveness is stronger, healthier, and more prepared to experience God's joy and abundant life. Hebrews 12:15; Psalm 147:3; Matthew 11:28-30.

    3. FORGIVENESS RESTORES RELATIONSHIPS AND GLORIFIES GOD.
    God is a God of reconciliation, and He desires His children to become agents of peace wherever they are. Forgiveness lays the foundation for rebuilding broken relationships in families, churches, friendships, and communities. Although reconciliation may require genuine repentance, wisdom, and time, forgiveness should begin in the heart without delay. A forgiving believer reflects the unity of the Body of Christ and demonstrates the Gospel in practical ways. In a world filled with division and hostility, people who forgive become shining lights that point others to God's love, bringing glory to His name and hope to a hurting generation. Romans 12:18; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20; Matthew 5:9.

    CONCLUSION:
    FORGIVEN PEOPLE ARE HEALING PEOPLE
    Jesus Christ forgave us while we were still sinners. Therefore, no follower of Christ should allow bitterness to rule the heart. As we celebrate this season of forgiveness and friendship, let us choose grace over revenge, mercy over resentment, and love over hatred. A forgiven people become a healing people, and through such hearts God can heal homes, churches, communities, and nations.

    PRAYER
    Lord Jesus, give us hearts that forgive quickly and love sincerely. Heal every broken heart, restore every damaged relationship according to Your perfect will, and make us channels of Your peace wherever we go. Let our lives reveal the beauty of Your grace. In Jesus' mighty name, Amen.

    GOODWILL MESSAGE
    May this new month be filled with God's peace, healing, favor, and overflowing mercy. As you forgive others, may the Lord strengthen you, restore all that has been broken, and grant you lasting joy and divine breakthroughs.

    HAPPY FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH
    HAVE A BLESSED NEW MONTH

    JESUS IS COMING BACK AGAIN SOON!
    REPENT AND BE READY FOR HIM!!

    This wonderful message is brought to you
    With Love from Pastor M O Glorious,
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    GLORIOUS SUNDAY SERMON OF 2ND AUGUST 2026 ENJOY THE FULL VIDEO HERE 👇👇👇 https://youtu.be/tiv8yrdOkKI?si=9IF9T3po65BTBFlR PLEASE WATCH, LIKE, COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBE TO HELP MY CHANNEL GROW. THANKS 🙏 LESSON: MATTHEW ,6:14-15 TOPIC: HEALING A BROKEN WORLD THROUGH FORGIVENESS. TEXT: And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 INTRODUCTION: Our world is filled with pain, conflicts, broken relationships, and wounded hearts. Families are divided, communities are fractured, and nations struggle with hatred and revenge. Yet God's answer to a hurting world has never changed. It is forgiveness. Forgiveness does not deny the pain we have experienced, but it releases us from becoming prisoners of bitterness. Through Christ, we have received forgiveness, and He calls us to extend that same grace to others. Be blessed. EXPOSITION: 1. FORGIVENESS REFLECTS THE CHARACTER OF CHRIST The greatest demonstration of forgiveness was revealed at the cross, where Jesus prayed, "Father, forgive them," even while suffering unjustly. This teaches us that forgiveness is not based on the offender's actions but on God's grace working in our hearts. As believers, we are called to reflect Christ's character by extending mercy to those who have hurt us. Forgiveness does not mean approving wrongdoing or ignoring justice. Rather, it means refusing to let bitterness rule our hearts and choosing to respond with the love of Christ. When we forgive, we become living testimonies of God's transforming power and reveal His nature to a watching world. Luke 23:34; Colossians 3:13; Ephesians 4:32. 2. FORGIVENESS BRINGS HEALING TO THE HEART. Many people carry invisible wounds caused by betrayal, rejection, disappointment, or harsh words. Left unresolved, these wounds often grow into bitterness, anger, and spiritual dryness. God's remedy is forgiveness. When we release those who have offended us into God's hands, we also release ourselves from the prison of resentment. Forgiveness restores inner peace, renews our fellowship with God, and creates room for the Holy Spirit to heal emotional and spiritual scars. A heart filled with forgiveness is stronger, healthier, and more prepared to experience God's joy and abundant life. Hebrews 12:15; Psalm 147:3; Matthew 11:28-30. 3. FORGIVENESS RESTORES RELATIONSHIPS AND GLORIFIES GOD. God is a God of reconciliation, and He desires His children to become agents of peace wherever they are. Forgiveness lays the foundation for rebuilding broken relationships in families, churches, friendships, and communities. Although reconciliation may require genuine repentance, wisdom, and time, forgiveness should begin in the heart without delay. A forgiving believer reflects the unity of the Body of Christ and demonstrates the Gospel in practical ways. In a world filled with division and hostility, people who forgive become shining lights that point others to God's love, bringing glory to His name and hope to a hurting generation. Romans 12:18; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20; Matthew 5:9. CONCLUSION: FORGIVEN PEOPLE ARE HEALING PEOPLE Jesus Christ forgave us while we were still sinners. Therefore, no follower of Christ should allow bitterness to rule the heart. As we celebrate this season of forgiveness and friendship, let us choose grace over revenge, mercy over resentment, and love over hatred. A forgiven people become a healing people, and through such hearts God can heal homes, churches, communities, and nations. PRAYER 🙏 Lord Jesus, give us hearts that forgive quickly and love sincerely. Heal every broken heart, restore every damaged relationship according to Your perfect will, and make us channels of Your peace wherever we go. Let our lives reveal the beauty of Your grace. In Jesus' mighty name, Amen. GOODWILL MESSAGE May this new month be filled with God's peace, healing, favor, and overflowing mercy. As you forgive others, may the Lord strengthen you, restore all that has been broken, and grant you lasting joy and divine breakthroughs. HAPPY FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH HAVE A BLESSED NEW MONTH JESUS IS COMING BACK AGAIN SOON! REPENT AND BE READY FOR HIM!! 🙋This wonderful message is brought to you With Love from Pastor M O Glorious, CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH , Palace of Mercy, Royal District, Restoration Zone. Damolapa, Laketu, Lucky Fibre, Ikorodu Lagos Nigeria. For prayer or counseling, pls contact us @ 08055646358: 09018952081 or peganmire[gmail].com #HealingThroughForgiveness #ForgiveAsChristForgave #GraceOverGrudges #PeaceBeginsWithMe #FirstSundayBlessings #NewMonthGrace #JesusSaves
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