The Greek word for ministry is diakonian, it simply means to serve, or douleuo, meaning to serve as a slave. In the New Testament, ministry is seen as service to God and to other people in His name. Jesus Christ provided the pattern for Christian ministry—He came, not to receive service, but to give it….
While studying Hebrews chapter 11 the other day, I came across this verse and paused to ponder over it: “By faith Noah, being divinely warned of things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared an ark for the saving of his household, by which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness…
If you have been reading my Bible study articles, you would have know that I like Apostle Paul a lot. In fact, my favourite books in the Bible are Paul’s Epistles because of his deep revelations and practical applications. I strongly believe that any minister that wants to be used by God should study the…
While studying the last chapter of Paul’s Letter to Titus the other day, I came across this verse: “Send Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their journey with haste, that they may lack nothing.” Titus 3:13. The two men mentioned in that scripture caught my attention. Zenas was not just a minister of God, he…
Whenever I am reading the last chapter of Paul’s Epistles, I usually pay attention to the people he greets or rebukes. While studying 2 Timothy chapter 4 yesterday, I came across this verse: “Alexander the coppersmith did me much harm. May the Lord repay him according to his works. You also must beware of him,…
One of the challenges I discovered in the Body of Christ is the notion that soul winning is exclusively reserved for a selected few or for those who are officially ordained. That’s not true. In fact, many professionals come to church on Sundays to listen to fantastic sermon, take note and return home. They belive…
Personally, I am afraid for the next generation of Christians in Nigeria and Africa as a whole. I think, the conviction and passion the Christians of the old had are gradually been thrown into the trash can before our very eyes. Any devil can confuse and convert some Christians the moment they start doing giveaways….
Whenever I am reading the last chapter of Paul’s Epistles, I usually pay attention to the people he appreciates and celebrates for the roles they played in his ministry. While studying 1 Corinthians chapter 16 this morning, I came across this beautifully written verses: “I urge you, brethren—you know the household of Stephanas, that it…
While studying 1 Corinthians chapter 3 this morning, I discovered that Paul rebuked the Corinthian church and us. He said: “For when one says, “I am of Paul,” and another, “I am of Apollos,” are you not carnal? Who then is Paul, and who is Apollos, but ministers through whom you believed, as the Lord…
While studying Romans chapter 16 this morning, I came across this verse; “I, Tertius, who wrote this epistle, greet you in the Lord.” Romans 16:22. After reading that verse I stopped and wondered why he said, “who wrote this epistle..” I thought the book of Romans was written by Paul the great? Why is another…