Every day, people experience miracles. Just because yours hasn’t come doesn’t mean others aren’t receiving theirs. In the Celestial Church, we celebrate grace but often don’t practice it. The Bible says, “All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.”
The root of sin often lies in our thoughts. Sin affects everything we do, yet God has made a way for us to return to His glory. Jesus has prepared a place for us—when He comes, will you be ready?
Key Points:
Obedience is essential to salvation.
Christianity is more than attending church; it’s about transforming our lives.
Sin creates distance between us and God.
How to Ascertain Salvation:
1. Dwell in the presence of God to receive divine blessings.
2. Accept the Supremacy of God as the ultimate authority in your life.
3. Surrender yourself fully to God’s will.
4. Build intimacy with God through prayer and devotion.
5. Partner with God in serving His purpose.
Many focus only on outward appearance, but it’s the heart that truly matters. To experience God fully, we need a clear understanding of our identity in Christ.
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Why Prayers Often Go Unanswered:
When prayers seem ineffective, it could be because we’re dwelling in spiritual darkness. Christ’s death was for us, but we misuse its significance. Knowing the right thing but not doing it is a sin. True worship cannot coexist with a life filled with sin.
God’s Core Teachings:
1. Love for God
2. Love for Humanity
A major way to fall into sin is by offending others. Forgiveness is assured, but judgment is inevitable. Remember, remembrance services like Amisa do not guarantee salvation. Treat others as you want to be treated.
| Hymns for the Service: | ||
| 1. Hymn 205 Yoruba: Olorun Oba Imole English: God the King of Heavenly Light | 3. Hymn 772 Yoruba: Ojo na pe loni ijo mimo English: Today is the Day, Ye Celestial Church | 5. Hymn 582 Yoruba: Jesu mbo wa lawo sanmo English: Jesus is Coming from the Heaven |
| 2. Hymn 330 Yoruba: Enyin Jesu, eyin Jesu English: Praise ye Jesus, praise ye Jesus | 4. Hymn 613 Yoruba: Eni sise loni orun English: Those Who Labour Inherit Heaven | 6. Hymn 580 Yoruba: Nigbati fere yio dun English: When the Trumpet of the Lord Would Sound |
| 7. Hymn 305 Yoruba: Omo jo Celestial Mimo English: Children of Holy Celestial | 8. Hymn 62 Yoruba: Jesu emi o sin o English: Jesus I Shall Worship Thee | Additional Hymn: Anu Baba tin fe dopin (Baba ko fo egbe elese) |
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Bible Verses: Psalms 40:7 | Romans 3:23 | Psalm 19 | Genesis 28, 32 | Colossians 4 | Zechariah 3:7 | Isaiah 59:1-2 | Revelation 4 | 2 Chronicles 7:14 | Romans 10:20 | Genesis 16 | Jude 1:9
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Reflection:
This sermon reminds us that while we may appear righteous outwardly, true transformation is an inner journey. Repentance isn’t just a moment; it’s a continuous commitment to align ourselves with God’s will.
