THE MYSTERY OF THE BIRTH OF JESUS CHRIST

Dearly Beloved, THE MYSTERY OF THE BIRTH OF JESUS CHRIST “For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6 NKJV). We are in another Christmas season! It is a season set apart to commemorate the birth of our Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ over two thousand years ago. The season is one of the most celebrated seasons throughout the world. There have been many arguments for and against the season. Some say that the season has a pagan origin. Others rightly observe that December 25 could not be the birthday of Jesus Christ. Most people that celebrate it devote the season to the birth of Jesus Christ. However, no matter your position about the season, have you ever pondered on the mystery of the birth of Jesus Christ? What was special in His birth? The Child that was born in Bethlehem by the Virgin Mary is the King of kings. The Son that was given to us is the Creator of the heavens and earth. As the Mighty God, He is so powerful that He did not need any help to carry the government of this world on His shoulders. He was born as an ordinary new-born baby, but He is the Everlasting Father. He is the Wonderful Counsellor and the Prince of Peace.  The birth of this special Child has brought light, peace and joy to the lives of many people, especially people that put their total trust in Him. He is ruling and reigning in their lives now. But He will rule and reign over the whole universe one day when His kingdom will have no end. It does not matter whether you believe in the celebration of Christmas, the supposed birthday of Jesus Christ, or not. What matter is: have you experienced the light, peace and joy that Jesus Christ brought to the world? Do you have His inner peace and joy? Are you sharing these light, peace and joy with other people? Are you shining His light to the darkness of the world? Will you rule and reign with Him when He finally establishes His eternal kingdom over the universe?  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year (2020) in advance! In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will really experience the light, peace and joy that Jesus Christ brought to the world.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 07Dec2019

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world” (John 16:33 NKJV). ****************** QUOTE FOR THE DAY No Christian, no matter the level of his spiritual attainment and maturity, is immune against troubles and tribulations. - Olufemi Babalola ******************** PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to overcome troubles and tribulations in my Christian life journey.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 06Dec2019

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16 NKJV). ****************** QUOTE FOR THE DAY In the birth of Jesus Christ, prophecy was fulfilled, the Person of God was displayed and our sin debt has been paid. We have victory over death, and Satan is defeated! - Alex McFarland ******************** PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will miss the essence of the birth of Jesus Christ in this Christmas season.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 05Dec2019

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart” (Galatians 6:9 NKJV). ****************** QUOTE FOR THE DAY People of faith simply do not know how to quit. They never give up. They keep on keeping on. They understand that faith means having persistence. - Rick Warren ******************** PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will not be weary of, or give up, in doing good things.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 04Dec2019

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much” (James 5:16b NKJV). ****************** QUOTE FOR THE DAY We can do great things when we pray; but we can do nothing great until we pray! - John Wesley ******************** PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Lord, please help me to always utilize the power of prayer.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 03Dec2019

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “For all things are for your sakes, that grace, having spread through the many, may cause thanksgiving to abound to the glory of God” (2 Corinthians 4:15 NKJV). ****************** QUOTE FOR THE DAY When we thank God for the pleasurable things alone, then, our view of His goodness is only comfort, but true thanksgiving is the genuine expression of gratitude to God for the gift of life. - Simon Olatunji ******************** PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Lord, please give me a large heart to see Your goodness in every facets of life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 02Dec2019

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. I trust God, so I am not afraid of what people can do to me! I praise God for his promise to me" (Psalm 56:3-4 ERV). ****************** QUOTE FOR THE DAY In the face of all of life’s circumstances, we can know the peace of trusting the presence and power of God in the midst of trouble as we wait patiently and prayerfully for His deliverance. So drop your hands, for God’s hands are busy on your behalf! - Joe Stowell ******************** PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always trust God in the face of all of life’s circumstances.