Preacher: SUPERIOR EVANGELIST AKIN ARIKAWE
1st Lesson – Amos 5:10-17
2nd Lesson – Luke 13:1-9
Repentance and Obedience
God calls us to turn from idolatry and disobedience, as seen in the warning from Amos. If we don’t change our ways, the consequences will follow. Acts 3:19 (KJV)
Self-Examination
We often become our own enemies by acting contrary to God’s commands. God is offended when we harm others, and we must reflect on how we live in relation to those around us.- Lamententions 3:40 (KJV)
Living in Love
To avoid God’s wrath, we must do good and treat others as we wish to be treated, following the teachings of Jesus (Luke 13:1-5).-
Bearing Fruit and Serving:
True Christianity involves accepting fault, serving others, and contributing to the growth of God’s kingdom—don’t be like the barren fig tree, but actively bear fruit for God’s GLORY. John 15:8 (KJV)
Three Key Lessons to Remember
- Obedience leads to favor–Ignoring God’s warnings brings consequences, but repentance and obedience align us with His will and blessings.
- Personal Accountability – We must examine our actions and attitudes, ensuring they reflect God’s love and righteousness in how we treat others.
- Faith Requires Action – Being a believer isn’t just about words; it’s about serving, growing, and making a positive impact, just like a fruitful tree in God’s kingdom.
Hymns for the Service
| Hymns for the Service: | ||
| 1. CCC HYMN 16 YORUBA: 1: Idariji ẹsẹ la ntọrọ, Idariji ẹsẹ lan tọrọ, Baba Mimọ, Ọmọ Mimọ, Ko wa dari ẹsṣ jiwa. ENGLISH: 1: Forgiveness of sin we pray, Forgiveness of sin we pray, Holy Father, Holy Son, Forgive us our sin we pray. | 3. CCC HYMN 240. YORUBA: Jesu, Jesu, Jesu Ọba ImọlẹMo si ọkan mi fun ỌWa sinu ọkan miẸmi Mimọ sọkalẹ wa. Amin. ENGLISH Jesus, Jesus, Jesus the king of light,I open my heart to Thee,Come into my heart,Holy Spirit descend now. Amen. | 5. CCC HYMN 621 YORUBA: 1: Maleka Mimọ t’Ọrun,Nwọn ti t’Ọrun sọkalẹ,Lati wa sure fun wa, Ninu Ijọ Mimọ. ENGLISH 1: Holy Angels of heaven,Descend from Heaven above,To come and give us blessing,In Celestial Church. |
| 2. CCC Hymn 329 YORUBA 1: Ẹ gbe orin iyin soke,Ẹ ke Halleluya,Ẹ gbe orin iyin soke,Ẹ gbe Ogo Rẹ ga. ENGLISH:1: Raise ye up song of praises,Chanting Halleluyah,Sing ye all songs of praises,His glory magnify. | 4. CCC HYMN 522 YORUBA Jorih-hah-Hihu,Jorih-hah-Hihu,Oluwa ni Ọba nla,Jorih-hah-Hihu,Jorih-hah-Hihu,Oluwa ni Ọba nla. Amin. ENGLISH Jorih-hah-Hihu,Jorih-hah-Hihu, The Lord is a great King, Jorih-hah-Hihu,Jorih-hah-Hihu, The Lord is a great King. Amen. | 6. .CCC HYMN 551 YORUBA 1: Ki la o wi, ki la o sọ,Ki la o wi, ki la o sọ,Ijọ Mimọ ki la o sọ, Gba ti Baba ba pe wa o, Pe ọmọ ṣiwọ ko ma bọ,Wa siro iṣẹ ọwọ rẹ. ENGLISH 1: What shall we say, what shall we tell, What shall we say, what shall we tell, Celestial Church, what shall we tell, When our Father shall call on us,That we stop work and come to Him, To account for all our works. |
| 7. CCC HYMN 812 YORUBA Tete da mi lohun Ọlọrun mi Tete da mi lohun Ọlọrun mi Bi mo ba kepe ọ o ni Kọkọ ni yẹwu Wa ran mi lọwọ lasiko yi Ọba mi rẹ nikan sa mo gbẹkẹ le Oluwa mi. Amin. |
Practical Steps to Seeking the Lord in 2025
Examine Your Life
- Reflect on your actions in the past year. What areas need improvement? What sins need
repentance? - As stated in 2 Corinthians 13:5, “Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the
faith.”
Make Peace with Others
- Many of us are our own enemies because we harbor unforgiveness and bitterness.
- Jesus commands us in Matthew 18:21-22 to forgive “seventy times seven.” Without
forgiveness, our prayers may go unanswered.
Do Good and Avoid Evil (Amos 5:14-15)
- Treat others with kindness, fairness, and love.
- Let your actions reflect the golden rule in Matthew 7:12: “Do unto others as you would
have them do unto you.”
Develop a Consistent Prayer and Bible Study Life
- Seek God through daily prayer and meditation on His word
- As James 4:8 reminds us: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.”
Be Fruitful for the Kingdom (Luke 13:6-9)
- Just as the fig tree was expected to bear fruit, God expects us to be productive in His
vineyard. - Get involved in church activities, use your talents to serve God, and be a blessing to
others.
