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Sunday Apr 06, 2025
Sunday Apr 06, 2025
In this sermon, Pastor Adeola Ogundele explores the state of the world in the days of Noah—a world marked by deep wickedness and corruption. Drawing parallels to our present time, he reminds us that humanity is fundamentally broken, and God sees not only our actions but the intentions and motivations of our hearts.
Despite the widespread depravity, Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord (Genesis 6:8). God's grace toward Noah was not based on Noah’s perfection, but on God’s sovereign choice to show him mercy. This sets the foundation of the Christian faith: that God treats believers not as their sins deserve, but as He would treat His own Son, Jesus Christ. This divine favor isn't earned—it is granted by God's eternal wisdom and mercy.
Noah was the outlier in his days, living righteously and being marked by God for preservation from the impending destruction of the world. God, having put up with their rebellion, decided that enough was enough and he was going to purge the world and sort of, reboot it through the only righteous man that remained on the earth. Noah and his family were marked for salvation while the doors of God's mercy, having been open for long enough, were to be shut against the sinful multitude that lived in the earth.
Referencing Hebrews 11:7, Pastor Adeola emphasizes that true faith is inseparable from obedience. If a Christian claims to have faith but lives in disobedience, that faith is not genuine. Spiritual stagnation often stems from a refusal to obey God. Peace and spiritual growth come through walking in alignment with God’s will.
Noah’s faith led him to live counter-culturally. While the world around him mocked and scoffed—people who could not imagine rain falling for 40 days and 40 nights—Noah believed. These mockers, much like today's atheists, agnostics, and self-proclaimed intellectuals, rejected the message of salvation.
Importantly, Pastor Adeola warns that religious activity is not a substitute for faith. One can be involved in building the ark and still be shut out when the rain begins. When judgment came, God Himself shut Noah in—a powerful picture of divine protection and separation.
The lesson for us is that God's patience though enduring, eventually comes to a head when men resolve to remain in their rebellion. He suffers long, but not for so long. For his day of reckoning comes and it is without reversal for the unbelieving.
For the people of Noah's world, it eventually became too late. The same applies to this day to everyone who lives a life that is defiant against God's laws. Eventually, mercy's doors get shut and then it is too late.
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Sunday Mar 30, 2025
Sunday Mar 30, 2025
In today's sermon, Pastor Adeola emphasized that Genesis is foundational to understanding the entire Bible, providing the context for creation, sin, and redemption. It is frequently referenced in the New Testament and presents the framework of God's plan for humanity. The book is not just historical but reveals the overarching story of salvation, leading to Christ.
Genesis 6 highlights the reign of sin in the world, where humanity turned away from God, leading to widespread wickedness. The union between the people of God and the world resulted in corruption, idolatry, and moral decline. True goodness comes only from God. It is the fear of the Lord in the hearts of men. Sin distorts our perception of good and evil, drawing people away from God, even in times of civility and prosperity.
While God’s judgement through the flood is severe, God's grace is evident. In the midst of corruption, God looked upon Noah and showed him favour, not because Noah was better than others, but because of God's grace — His undeserved kindness. This favour made Noah righteous and preserved his family. Just as Noah carried sin onto the ark, Christians are saved by grace despite their flaws. If we are in the ark of Christ, no matter how turbulent life is, the waters of God’s judgment will never reach us. Next week, we will examine the actual flood of judgement that fell upon the world.
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Sunday Mar 23, 2025
Sunday Mar 23, 2025
In today's sermon, Pastor Obono emphasized that as children of God, we are called to bear fruit, for God is glorified when we do so. Citing John 15:8, he reminded us that fruitfulness is evidence of true discipleship. Jesus commanded us to love one another, demonstrating our faith through action rather than mere words. Good works, therefore, are a fundamental part of our Christian walk, as faith without works is dead (James 2:17). Our spiritual journey should be marked by growth and the assurance that the Holy Spirit is working within us.
The theme of good works is central in the book of Titus, where Paul repeatedly calls believers to devote themselves to them. Not all works are good works—true good works are those produced by the Holy Spirit. In Titus, Paul highlights specific good works, including meeting urgent needs of others both spiritually and materially, obedience to civil authority, doing honest work, and bearing one another’s burdens—all of which are summed up in loving one another.
A crucial aspect of good works is identifying and meeting urgent needs. This can be done through observation, conversation, or direct inquiry. Examples in scripture include Andrew noticing the boy with fish and loaves (John 6:8-9), Nehemiah recognizing the broken walls of Jerusalem (Nehemiah 1:3-4), and Jesus asking blind Bartimaeus what he needed (Matthew 20:30-34). Pastor Obono stressed that we must avoid assumptions about people’s needs and instead seek to understand them fully.
God Himself set the ultimate example of good works by addressing humanity’s greatest need—salvation. He sent His Son to redeem us, demonstrating His love through visible, sacrificial action. Philippians 1:6 assures us that He who began a good work in us will bring it to completion. While our good works do not save us, they are the evidence of a transformed life.
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Sunday Mar 16, 2025
Sunday Mar 16, 2025
Today's sermon explores the profound responsibilities of a Christian husband, emphasizing that true love and leadership within marriage are only possible through the power of the Holy Spirit. The call to love one's wife as Christ loves the Church is not a command that can be fulfilled through human effort alone—it requires a man to be deeply rooted in God’s love, experiencing it firsthand before he can extend it to his wife. True marital love is not based on mere performance or duty but flows naturally from a heart transformed by the gospel.
A husband’s fulfillment comes through sacrificial love, not self-seeking. He is called to lead his family as Christ leads the Church—not as a ruler, but as a servant who initiates, provides, cares, and protects. His leadership must be spiritual, guiding his wife in faith, prayer, and holiness, ensuring she flourishes because of him, not in spite of him. He must also safeguard his home from harm—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—disciplining his children with love and keeping his marriage free from external pressures.
Provision and cherishing go hand in hand. Just as Christ gives freely to the Church, a husband must give generously to his wife, honoring and valuing her in word and deed. His love must be exclusive and unwavering, reflecting the covenantal nature of God's love. Ultimately, a husband’s calling is not about power but about self-denial. True satisfaction and joy in marriage come not from seeking one’s own comfort but from laying down one’s life in love, just as Christ did for His people.
Sunday Mar 16, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025