Acts Revival Church International
Acts Revival
Church International
“…declaring to you the counsel of God.” – Acts 20:27
Acts Revival Church International
Acts Revival
Church International
“…declaring to you the counsel of God.” – Acts 20:27
As long as we remain humans with flaws, occasionally offending each other is inevitable. Therefore, we need to be more accommodating to ourselves; we must not allow offenses to cut so deeply into our hearts,…
Since we don’t see God physically, He puts a significant premium on how we treat others, especially fellow saints; it reflects our actual relationship with Him.
Let’s abandon the quest to outdo each other and to show off. Remember that it is impossible to remain on the top forever in this life. A word to the wise is enough.
As fallible beings still inhabiting this corruptible body, believers will never become perfect on this earth. However, we need to learn, albeit slowly, from our Savior. We must be committed never to be deterred from being disciples of our Master.
Any person who discriminates against others based on natural backgrounds, especially race, is not only miserably ignorant but heading for a direct confrontation with the Creator Himself.
It is prudent to plan our movements in life. Notwithstanding, it takes divine approval and guidance of our plans to have a blessed outcome. Therefore, we must acknowledge God in our initiatives, so He would filter and direct them for our good to His glory.
Parents rightly rejoice when their children achieve a feat. Similarly, God takes great pleasure when His children are trusting and obedient, especially in trying times. Our Maker’s fatherly love calms our fears, and His festive songs strengthen us.
Life’s challenges can become even more unbearable when we have no one around to cheer or guide us. One of the ways to avoid becoming despondent in such times is to encourage ourselves to be steadfast and patient in the Lord.
Regarding human relationships, there is nothing like a free lunch; input determines output. To wit, when we honor others, they will honor us back. Thus, let’s learn to accommodate the peculiarities of others, and they will do the same for us.
None could know Yahweh, the Creator, until the incarnation of His Word, Jesus Christ. At any rate, no amount of rejection or denigration of the gospel will change who Yeshua is; He is the Savior of the world, period!
Many self-acclaimed leaders have come and gone – some religious and others political; all of them succumbed to the existential reality of death. Only Jesus defied the natural order of things because He is God.
Most people who often provoke or mistreat others would want, more than anything, to lower everyone else into their gutters of wickedness. However, let us resist such temptation and take the high ground of graciousness…
Feeding on negative emotions may harm our general well-being. Let us seize the initiative to be glad daily – by rejoicing in the Lord, being content for the little we have, appreciating seemingly insignificant acts of kindness…
Negative character traits hamper human coexistence. For example, intellectual DISHONESTY – deliberately defending things that are clearly untruths and HYPOCRISY – pretending to be something one is not to curry public favor.
Negative character traits hamper human coexistence. For example, intellectual DISHONESTY – deliberately defending things that are clearly untruths and HYPOCRISY – pretending to be something one is not to curry public favor.
Negative character traits hamper human coexistence. For example, intellectual DISHONESTY – deliberately defending things that are clearly untruths and HYPOCRISY – pretending to be something one is not to curry public favor.
It is not hard for anyone to pontificate or self-righteously preach forgiveness when they are not at the receiving end of a wicked act. Regardless of claims of maturity or spirituality, it is humanly difficult to forgive,…
Genuine, authoritative, life-transforming teaching is painstakingly EXEGETICAL (connecting the whole Bible) and THEOLOGICAL (reflecting the nature of Yahweh). May we thirst and hunger for sound, Christ-centered biblical teaching, in Jesus’ Name!
Tomorrow is not guaranteed – we only live one day at a time. Today is a unique opportunity to glorify God in what we do. Remember, it is not how long we live but how well we live for the Creator!
Human experience shows that John Piper is right when he partly wrote, “Life is not a straight line.” The road of life is replete with ups and downs, switchbacks, and patchy spots. Graciously, the unseen hands of God strengthen us.
Biblical context, asking “anything in my name” means making a request that has the approval of Heaven or, in simple terms, according to God’s will. God does not run errands for anyone; Let’s approach Yahweh with humility and awe.
As believers, we can keep our sanity by abiding in the light – making God’s Word the premise of our thoughts, decisions, and conducts. May we remain students of the Holy Scriptures, in Jesus’ name!
We may not be perfect, but our salvation also means living a life of love, righteousness, and justice to reflect Yahweh in a wicked world. May we fulfill our calling to God’s glory!
Regardless of their status, we must not be afraid of any human being – for all, including the most powerful and well-connected, will tremble before the highest Judge of the universe one day.
Regardless of their status, we must not be afraid of any human being – for all, including the most powerful and well-connected, will tremble before the highest Judge of the universe one day.
Regardless of their status, we must not be afraid of any human being – for all, including the most powerful and well-connected, will tremble before the highest Judge of the universe one day.
Regardless of their status, we must not be afraid of any human being – for all, including the most powerful and well-connected, will tremble before the highest Judge of the universe one day.
We must urge those who desire to be wealthy to engage in some legitimate business; wealth does not come by pray-for-me ministry. Remember, the central message of God’s servant is Christ and Him crucified!
It is easy for anyone to recite Bible verses like this one when it is not their ox that is gored. However, we must not sanctimoniously throw Bible verses at people when we do not know what they may be going through.
Indeed, even the most biblically knowledgeable believers may disagree on tangential matters. However, we must not impose our peripheral preferences on others. While we have the liberty to encourage and lovingly correct an erring saint, none has the mandate to play God.
Amidst the upheavals in the world… -there seems to be no respite in sight. But glory to God that in Him we have peace. May Yahweh remain our anchor throughout the turbulent details of this life, in the mighty name of Jesus!
God has sentenced the physical body to deterioration and death due to the entrance of sin into the world. But through faith in Yeshua HaMashiac, our spirit man will keep flourishing until we receive a new, glorified, and sin-proof body.
Admittedly, not all political figures are evil, but the truth is that the majority who occupy high positions in government are godless, ruthless, self-centered, greedy, and chronically corrupt.
Regardless of one’s spiritual maturity, there is no denying the reality that life is tough. Worst still for believers. However, the Scriptures describe this suffering as a light affliction given our eternal glorious inheritance.
Regardless of talents or status, it is a habit of time and nature to constantly introduce new and better actors to life’s stage. Hence, let us be moderate, respectful to all, and, most importantly, God-fearing while our season in the spotlight lasts.
Due to increased wickedness, most people’s hearts have become cold, inconsiderate, and unloving towards fellow humans. The way forward is to remain committed to our Christian walk, be alert spiritually and mentally, and assume a low profile in social life.
Knowing Christ and He knowing us is the most significant asset in this life, with blessed consequences in the next. By the mercies of God, may we never be found wanting!
“Our hope is not a wishful feeling; ours’ is an eternal promise with a verifiable history and current sensory evidence. Let’s endure present situations as overcomers in Yeshua HaMashiac!”
Let’s get this – Satan and demons are not scared of anointing oils, holy water, or any ritual paraphernalia. Evil spirits cannot stand simple but spiritually and eternally powerful weapons – truth, the written word, righteousness, the gospel, faith, and Jesus-centered prayers.
The Scriptures make it plain that until the Lord returns or calls us home, life will not be precisely a bed of roses. As long as sin exists, we will experience diverse challenges in our temporary existence. Thankfully, we shall survive because of the presence of God.
With an appreciation of Calvary, and reverential awe for the presence of Yeshua Hamashiac in us, we can become a living defense of the gospel of salvation to people around us. May our lives ever attract souls to the message of the cross!
Prayer is not to change God’s perfect will nor tell Him something He did not know. Prayer is more about aligning ourselves with Yahweh’s program.
Our Creator is interested and finds pleasure in those who put their trust in Him through the Cross. Let us draw near to Yahweh; we would not need to worry about a thousand mortals who may despise us.
Regardless of the endless competition, none can impress the Creator with their status. We do not need financial ranking, academic accolades, or high ecclesiastical titles to get closer to the Living God.
From a divine perspective, the motive with an eternal value is the two-part desire to please God and positively impact someone’s life. May we ever have the right intent for our actions in Jesus’ name!
King David knew so well the anguish of being the target of hatred, even from his own family. Notwithstanding, Yahweh elevated David in plain sight to the chagrin of his adversaries. By God, your story will not be different in Jesus’ name!
With a heart filled with faith and the presence of God, our spirit can commune continually with Yahweh, even in sleep. May the Holy Spirit help us develop an unwavering prayer attitude in Jesus’ name!
Thank God for human creativity, but real life-changing wisdom results from being taught by the Holy Spirit. May we ever be humble, eager students of the Holy Spirit,
Unquestionably, God urges us to be kind to everyone, including those who seek our destruction. Yes, we owe all love. Thankfully, God does not demand we trust all – trust must be earned, while love is unconditional.
The idea of “you scratch my back I scratch yours” does not always apply. In these economic uncertainties, the best policy is to give our widow’s mite, without fanfare, to the needy, from whom we expect no returns. In this way, we guarantee ourselves a reap from God Himself.
There are two sides to peacemaking – active and passive. Active entails doing
everything within reach to maintain harmony. Passive means walking away from a volatile situation where other parties remain obstinate and life-threatening.
It may be naive to ignore the netherworld workings of satanic, evil forces. However, the supreme power of God shields believers; not due to our perfection but for the covenant, we have with Yahweh through the cross.
After all the effort at promoting esoteric knowledge, religions of the world can never provide genuine nourishment for the human soul. True satisfying bread and water for the spirit come only from Yeshua HaMashiach.
Like His crucifixion, the resurrection of Jesus was not a private or secret event. The empirical evidence shows that aside from the apostles, over 500 hundred people saw the Lord alive after He arose from the dead.
Thanks to sin, we should have no illusions that the situation in the world will get any better. We can only depend on God for sustenance. Let us leave what is beyond our strength to Yahweh-Rohi, the Lord, our Shepherd.
Sharing our hearts with others is often equivalent to making a paid advertisement – in no time, the entire world would hear about it. Hence, placing our confidence in the Lord is better, especially in our trying times.
In times of ease and abundance, anyone would offer thanks to God. But praises become truly sacrificial when experiencing the discomforts and scarcities of life. Remember, distressing times are the best times to give our best praises to the living God.
Given the battles, we endure in the details of life, it is necessary to create time to be alone with God. Spending time alone with God renews our spiritual and emotional firepower, which we cannot get by any other means.
As Elisha chided his servant, leadership is not an opportunity to sit easy and enjoy a luxurious living. Leadership is a call to model moderation, inspire hope, and highlight God’s purpose for living, especially in tough times.
The success of prayer is not the number of words we use but to ask for the good gifts – bread and fish, not a stone or serpent. Seeking relates to the efforts of faith following prayer. Knocking pertains to the urgency we attach to our desire for entrance into the presence of our Heavenly Father.
Like the sun rising and setting, the Almighty God and Creator remains entirely in charge of the expanse of universal activities. Human perspectives on events do not make any difference: Whether they are simple or complex, visible or invisible, familiar or strange, comprehensible or incompressible,
The heart is the center of information analysis and decision-making, which affects our daily lives. Once an emotional malware – like bitterness, malice, envy, selfishness, and greed – attacks the heart, its contents become corrupted and dysfunctional.
We cannot force anyone to become friends with us; let us not beg nor bribe anyone to like us. If anyone does not want your friendship, allow them to walk away. We cannot be more caring than Yeshua HaMashiach.
To maintain our cool under challenging times, we must be thankful to God and focus on His activities. Benefits in this context relate to all acts of God – whether explicit or mysterious, pleasant or unpleasant, everything connects to our good and God’s eternal purpose.
God created all as members of His household. But the sin of our first parents dis-membered us. Graciously, the redemptive death of Jesus has re-membered (reinstated) believers as children of God.
Unquestionably, the difficulties in life persist even more aggressively – global epidemic, political unrests, wars, high cost of living, and many more. This is when we need more faith to rise above the typical complaining. It is time to be attentive to undiluted, faithfully interpreted, Holy Spirit-inspired teaching of God’s word.
Indeed, Christ nailed our sin to the cross; however, we would continue to strive against it until we receive the sin-proof, glorified body. Meanwhile, we can mitigate the control of the old “adamic” nature by having the presence of mind to live only for the Lord Jesus.
As devastating as sickness, poverty, or death is, these are not the greatest damage sin has done to humanity. The utmost injury of people is a corruption of the mind – the consequence of abandoning God in our thinking.
Unlike the Ten Commandments God wrote directly, He engaged human vessels to write the rest of the Bible. Consequently, the marks of human limitations are clear through transmission and translation for successive generations.
Unlike the Ten Commandments God wrote directly, He engaged human vessels to write the rest of the Bible. Consequently, the marks of human limitations are clear through transmission and translation for successive generations.
Stripping away the façade of possession, position, and pomp, everyone stands empty before the eternal God. It is, therefore, meaningless to be proud and arrogant. Regardless of our status in life, may we live with humility of mind, words, and conduct.
Unlike everyone else, our consciences cannot be numb, nor have dead-cold hearts towards increasing human evils and unthinkable wickedness around us. As strangers of the present world, may the Holy Spirit grant us godly fear and the sensitivity that reflects a new heart in Christ.
Thanks to the mega-church mentality of a postmodern environment, we have largely lost touch with the apostolic fire. The biblical model of church life was more incarnational in its orientation; with the gospel, the apostles brought the church to people instead of the reverse.
unlike earthly armies, our strength lies not in bombs and tanks, nor is our song a few nationalistic lines of an earthly kingdom or its past heroes. Our strength and song remain forever JEHOVAH SABAOTH
The strongest and the bravest mortal has times of weakness; the most disciplined, moments of lapses; the most cautious, occasions of indiscretion; one with the most extraordinary intelligence has questions; the keenest believer has flashes of doubt.
Until the Lord reappears or He calls us home, we must remain dedicated to any assignment He has given us. Anything we do to serve God and society is a ministry; regardless of difficulties or intimidations, we cannot quit.
When self-aggrandizement and worldly wealth are most pastors’ motivations instead of love for God and His kingdom business…. the net result is the massive number of loud and giddy professing Christians empty of Christ-like values.
Satan is in overdrive in his quest to destroy the souls of men. He employs overt and covert tactics, including making dreadful vocabularies seem innocuous; in this way, demons desensitize many to accept evil. May the Holy Spirit keep our spirit and conscience alive in Jesus’ name.
It is impossible to fully grasp why the Lord did not guarantee a trouble-free life after salvation. Nonetheless, this much is clear He gave us a mechanism to survive the harsh realities of life; He gave us His peace, which transcends every ordeal we may encounter.
We need to equip ourselves adequately with the truth. In this way, we would be able to respond maturely but firmly to inquiries of our faith in Christ of both seekers and scoffers. May we never become ashamed of the Gospel of Christ!
We need to weigh our words carefully before uttering them. Are they truthful, loving, redemptive, uplifting, and God-glorifying? Remember, great wealth or position does not procure integrity; words do.
Satan often casts aspersions on the gospel to weaken our faith; he capitalizes on our temporary struggles to make us doubt our eternal inheritance. Whatever the appeal, we must never allow the fleeting glory, pleasure, or bountiful of the wicked one to bribe us to abandon our place with Yahweh.
Presently, the absence of affliction, for example, poverty, sickness, or death, does not determine a believer’s victory in Christ. Instead, a victorious believer is he that faces challenges but still maintains unflinching faith in Yeshua HaMashiach.
Admittedly, life challenges abound and have become more complex for human control. But we can avoid terminal anxiety and depression when we develop God’s perspective of the world rather than humans.
The poor in spirit are us that trust in Jesus for salvation despite our low socioeconomic position. Like Christ in His humanity, we may suffer a brief fiscal indisposition; however, we must live with the hope of a glorious eternal abundance.
It is impossible to fully grasp why the Lord did not guarantee a trouble-free life after salvation. Nonetheless, this much is clear He gave us a mechanism to survive the harsh realities of life; He gave us His peace, which transcends every ordeal we may encounter.
It is impossible to fully grasp why the Lord did not guarantee a trouble-free life after salvation. Nonetheless, this much is clear He gave us a mechanism to survive the harsh realities of life; He gave us His peace, which transcends every ordeal we may encounter.
We need to equip ourselves adequately with the truth. In this way, we would be able to respond maturely but firmly to inquiries of our faith in Christ of both seekers and scoffers. May we never become ashamed of the Gospel of Christ!
We need to weigh our words carefully before uttering them. Are they truthful, loving, redemptive, uplifting, and God-glorifying? Remember, great wealth or position does not procure integrity; words do.
Satan often casts aspersions on the gospel to weaken our faith; he capitalizes on our temporary struggles to make us doubt our eternal inheritance. Whatever the appeal, we must never allow the fleeting glory, pleasure, or bountiful of the wicked one to bribe us to abandon our place with Yahweh.
Presently, the absence of affliction, for example, poverty, sickness, or death, does not determine a believer’s victory in Christ. Instead, a victorious believer is he that faces challenges but still maintains unflinching faith in Yeshua HaMashiach.
Admittedly, life challenges abound and have become more complex for human control. But we can avoid terminal anxiety and depression when we develop God’s perspective of the world rather than humans.
The poor in spirit are us that trust in Jesus for salvation despite our low socioeconomic position. Like Christ in His humanity, we may suffer a brief fiscal indisposition; however, we must live with the hope of a glorious eternal abundance.
It is impossible to fully grasp why the Lord did not guarantee a trouble-free life after salvation. Nonetheless, this much is clear He gave us a mechanism to survive the harsh realities of life; He gave us His peace, which transcends every ordeal we may encounter.
It is not pleasant when we find ourselves at the receiving end of the conspiracy of wicked people. However, the sweetest form of revenge is not to seek to get even. Let us leave the Ahithophels to God, and they would meet their nemesis if they did not repent.
It is only a matter of time before our bodies succumb to aging, sickness, and the pithiness of life. The only thing we can hold onto till the end is the connection of our spirit to the living God. Thankfully, the believer’s hope is not in this world, regardless of its attractions.
Indeed, there is nothing inherently wrong with having material wealth. In fact, God desires that we have enough to eat and wear and a decent place to lay our heads so we don’t go begging. The danger we must avoid is making a god out of earthly possessions.
Regardless of the philosophy of fallen humanity, a wealthy and happy person is not the one with untold worldly possession and power. The genuinely blessed is he that simply trusts Yahweh without reservation and praises Him at all times. Let’s give thanks to Jah in Jesus’ name!
It is disheartening when the people you have gone out of your way to give succor turn around and boldly stab you. Such a situation may seem as though the whole world is against you. But let us take solace in the ever-faithful One, Yahweh – He remains in our corner.
It is long overdue to realize that the ‘prosperity gospel’ is simply a farce. Becoming followers of Jesus is about stewardship; stewardship is not about self-promotion or life in luxury; it is about service and sacrifice.
It is facetious how people would fawn over to gain the attention of fellow mortals because of possession, position, or power. The one who truly deserves glory and unvarnished recognition is the creator and final authority. Let us respect everyone, no matter their status, and glorify only Yahweh in Jesus’ name!
We cannot overemphasize the efficacy and sufficiency of the atonement at Calvary. Through the finished work, we have forgiveness and justification, freeing us from the condemnation of sin forever.
… with the help of the Holy Spirit, it should not be a tall order to live as follows: Dealing with fairness and generosity towards people (horizontal relationship) and demonstrating humility before God (vertical relationship).
… not only do mere mortals disregard the omnipotent One, but many also deny His very existence. Notwithstanding, the Creator of all things has His signature on all creation. Those privileged to have Yahweh as our Father will always worship and remain faithful to Him.
Admittedly, we do not earn salvation – it is God’s gracious gift we received by faith. However, salvation becomes questionable if our attitude or deeds do not reflect the faintest semblance of Christ.
Often, the enemy of our soul slanders the integrity of God – making it seem that God does not care for His own. However, we must not pay attention to the master of lies. Instead, we must remain in faith, obedience, and righteousness in Christ.
The 37th President of the U.S.A., Richard Nixon, said, “Always remember, others may hate you, but those who hate you don’t win unless you hate them, and then you destroy yourself.” The ability to guard the heart against hatred is key to overcoming treachery.
Apart from medical remedies, God, in His wisdom, has provided a way to assuage the mental and emotional pressures of life. There is power in psalms (worship songs with instruments), hymns (vocal songs), and spiritual songs (spontaneous, Holy Spirit-induced scriptural songs).
Like all life’s challenges, none is exempt from mental health issues. Tragically, most believers simplistically dismiss mental illness as a spiritual issue: However, we can combine prayer and professional therapy to help the afflicted.
It is clear from all indications that situations in the world have become chaotic. Our challenges are numerous and diverse as they are complex. It is impossible to figure out a way of escape without divine help in such conditions.
“With the audacity of faith, like David, we must stop talking about how big our enemy is and start telling the enemy how big our God is”
The only way to enjoy genuine peace and keep life in order is to remain in fellowship and friendship with the singular source of genuine joy – Yeshua HaMashiach.
It is surreal to observe the trajectory of hate; enemies increase conspiracy as they form new and strange confederations. The situation intensifies if we attempt self-vindication.
Earthly protection may be necessary under certain conditions. However, whether it is a company of strong men or the world’s greatest army, Yahweh’s security for His own has no comparison. What is more, there are no monthly bills…
God appeased His wrath against sin and its incriminating attachments by sacrificing His incarnate Word. This move means we have the only opportunity to escape divine alienation and punishment.
The Lord reminds His disciples of being the preservative to keep the earth from moral decay. The implication is that the church is the last bastion of hope for the world.
We save ourselves from depression, confusion, and being led astray by keeping away from hawkers of the prosperity gospel and snake-oil-selling self-appointed prophets.
Something more terrible happens when we think we have seen the worst. Nevertheless, the faithful Christian and keen Bible student would know that only the return of the Lord will end the deterioration of the present world.
An essential mark of a genuine believer is not rigid religiosity or a claim to self-righteousness. Instead, it is eschewing divisiveness and upholding reconciliation and harmony through love.
Adam’s fall resulted in a severe breach in our relationship with our Creator and damaged our souls beyond recognition. The cost of pacification was so high that the sacrifice of all animals would not suffice. Graciously, Jesus paid the penalties for our redemption on the cross.
Most leaders behave as though they are entitled to worship by all others. However, the example of Jesus teaches that true leaders ought to serve their followers rather than the other way round. May we develop the heart to serve, to God’s glory!
Although tests are harsh and unpleasant, we become weak and saggy without them. Remember that regardless of the source of the trials, they are opportunities for our faith to grow stronger and enlarge.
The sin-absolving, death-defeating, and eternal life-giving power in the blood of Jesus give every sinner a fair shake at salvation. The operative words in this verse are “whoever calls;” it only requires humility and determination for discipleship.
As far as the Holiness of God is concerned, no human being born of a woman and man can hold themselves up as guiltless. Thanks to the Cross, believers have obtained salvation; this is what the narrative of Easter is all about.
We need to appreciate the advanced technology of social media platforms which kept many connected during the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, we cannot substitute old-fashioned, warm-blooded, in-person fellowship with the brethren.
Admittedly, waiting for God’s time can be challenging amid pain, fears, and tears; …However, there are also enough testimonies showing that God would eventually act on behalf of the righteous.
An orphan loses life’s role model and provider; a widow loses companionship and security. Thankfully, Yahweh cares for those so afflicted, especially the godly ones. Let us not hurt such, or God would react.
Due to narrow selfish interests and sheer desire to inflict pain, humans engage in wickedness against each other. But we must bear in mind that regardless of the background of the people we hurt, Yahweh will eventually react.
we must realize that our life does not depend on any prophet, not even Moses, Jacob, or Elijah. Only Yeshua HaMashiach gives eternal life and authentic love and fills with the Holy Spirit.
Indeed, we did not have to contribute anything to our salvation – it is a gift of God’s grace. However, as disciples, we need to cooperate with the Holy Spirit to reform us to reflect God’s nature.
There is no more excellent way for God to prove or firmly establish His love for us than sacrificing His Son on the cross on our behalf, even when we were rebellious.
Most who flock around as friends in good times would not hesitate to abandon ship when they perceive no more benefits. On the contrary, Yahweh sticks around the humble regardless of their condition.
The core message of the Bible is to give humanity God’s way of redemption through Jesus. Thus, let’s shun the repackaged hellish fallacy regarding lost portions of the Bible. The revelation of Yeshua HaMashiach is sufficient.
A gun and knife in the hands of an evil person kills and maims; so does the tongue of an inconsiderate, selfish, and mean person. Let’s learn to utter words that promote the well-being of others rather than cutting them down.