Celebration Church Int'l

The Saved & Mammon – Faithfulness in Earthly Wealth.We were reminded that faith doesn’t excuse irresponsibility. God calls us to be both spiritual and sensible — prayerful yet productive.If you keep holding on to God’s Word without seeing results, you may be violating His principles. Grace doesn’t cancel diligence; it empowers it.Here are some key points from the sermon:📌 Heaven is assured, but everything else requires stewardship.(Proverbs 24:3–6)Success, progress, and prosperity don’t happen automatically — they respond to wisdom and discipline.📌 God created us as His representatives on earth.(Genesis 2:15)Depending on God for everything without taking responsibility may look spiritual, but it’s actually irresponsible. Faith is not passivity; it’s partnership with God.📌 Miracles were never designed to replace principles.They are divine interventions, not shortcuts to avoid hard work or consistency. True faith applies wisdom daily.📌 It’s not God or science — God works through science.He is the Creator of systems, knowledge, and discovery. Faith and intelligence were never meant to be opposites.📌 90% of life’s problems are solved by principles, not miracles.Pray fervently, but also study, plan, and work diligently. Prophetic advantage gives you foresight — wisdom to discern times and seasons. (1 Chronicles 12:32)📌 Master money, don’t serve it.(Proverbs 21:20)Plan for the future, save diligently, and resist the urge to show off. Having money doesn’t mean you can afford everything. Choose to be rich, not look rich.📌 Have a healthy caution towards wealth.(Proverbs 23:5)Even when planning, remember that not everything will go as planned — wisdom prepares for setbacks and learns from them.✨ Faithfulness is stewardship.God blesses those who combine prayer with prudence, faith with foresight, and passion with principles.Walk in balance: pray hard, plan wisely, and work excellently.

Vital Signs📍Revelations 3:20; It’s possible to have a church without Jesus; form without substance. God isn’t always in the place we think He is.📍The Church of Satan sometimes doesn’t outright preach anything diabolical. They encourage you to live according to your will. We must recognize that the devil is a master of deception. Even a religious endeavor designed to satisfy your appetite is controlled by the devil.📍God is a healer and loves to meet the needs of His people, but that cannot be the focus.Revival dies because we begin to make it about ourselves.When we talk about vital signs, we’re talking about clinical measures the doctors use to check the health of a person, blood pressure, temperature, and such like.📌You can feel right and not be right. There are spiritual vital signs to measure the health of the church.📌Even if someone dies at 100 years, you still feel sad because something inside us knows that death isn’t right. We need to have that same discernment for the things of the spirit.📌One of the things that revival does for you is that it restores your sensitivity, to sin and against prayerlessness.📍Revelations 12:10-11; a church conscious of self preservation will not see a revival. The first thing that God does it to awaken us from our slumber.

📌 To understand a text like Hebrews 12, you must read the verses before and after, then can you only understand the context. Many people don’t pay attention to Hebrews 11:39-40, but it builds the case for chapter 12.📌 The story of Hebrews 12 is not complete without the believer. Abraham started the race. God gave him a promise and he handed it dow to the heroes of faith till it got to us. Their race might be finished but THE race is not finished. We have a part to play.📌 When you recognize that you are in a race, your priorities change. You lay aside every weight. “The sin” referred to in Hebrews 12:1-2 is the tendency to be discouraged by trials and tribulations. We are encouraged to look up to Jesus, our perfect example because he despised the shame and overcame.📌 One of the greatest killers of revivals is legitimate and personal ambitions. The trick of the enemy is to make us jettison our collective purpose in pursuit of our personal purpose. When we put Christ first, we are never at a disadvantage.📌 Any position of privilege you find yourself is for God. Whether you have an encounter or not, recognize that where you are is in interest of the kingdom of God. Every detail of your life is important for your assignment.📍We’re surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, who stood where we now stand and still had the ability to put God first.📌In Matthew 6:33, “Seeking first the Kingdom of God” means that no pain will never be legitimate enough to be your top priority.📌It doesn’t matter what your personal issue is, when we all put Christ first, we’re never at a disadvantage.📌Every child of God must realize that if you’re in a position of privilege, it is to the advantage of the kingdom.📌Don’t call an altar a stone or a pillow. Stop sleeping on the move of God!💡What are the things that happen in a revival? ✅Increased zeal and boldness. ✅ More people will preach more radically. ✅ Conviction of sin.✅ Massive conversions.✅ Explosive church growth.✅ Disciples raised

📌 Work has always been God's idea from the very beginning.In Genesis 2:8, God planted a garden, and Adam continued what God started. This shows that work was always an extension of worship, not a punishment or distraction from it.✨ When your motives are right, showing up diligently in your job, business, or craft is pleasing to God.📌 God wants us to engage the world, not hide from it.He wants us to dominate, build, create, and shape culture. We were reminded that we are not built for the church alone, we're built to shine our light in secular spaces too!📌 Just like the prophets in the Bible days, who had both spiritual and administrative excellence, God is raising believers who can pray in tongues and manage systems.God wants those who can host His presence and drive innovation.By giving us a means of livelihood, God has given us power to get wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18)📌 Divine provision is not manna falling from heaven; it's God opening doors, giving you ideas, and trusting you to work with His wisdom.Because Grace doesn't cancel work, Grace empowers it. 🔥✨ True worship continues beyond Sunday. It's seen in how we live, how we work, and how we represent Christ daily.✨ Grace gives us the strength to build, create, and influence the world around us for His glory.

The Working of The Spirit message:The Holy Spirit is given to every believer to guide, teach, and empower for godly living.The Spirit reveals the mind of God and brings understanding of spiritual truths.He works in the heart to produce fruit such as love, joy, peace, patience, and self-control.The Spirit empowers believers for service, ministry, and witness.Prayer is effective when led by the Spirit, who intercedes beyond human weakness.Walking in the Spirit means yielding daily to His leading rather than following the flesh.Spiritual gifts are distributed by the Spirit to build up the body of Christ.Sensitivity to the Spirit’s voice requires obedience, humility, and a pure heart.The Spirit convicts of sin, assures of salvation, and strengthens faith.The Christian life is victorious only through dependence on the Holy Spirit.

Apostle explained that the desire of God is for us to draw closer to Him, not dwelling on our flaws, but embracing His charge to live fully for Him. (Jeremiah 23:18; 16)He reminded us that much of the chaos we see in the world has roots in spirituality. (Revelation 6:4–6)So, as believers, it is our divine destiny to function in the counsel of God, to know things beforehand, and to live in the reality of His Word. (Isaiah 6:8; Hebrews 11:3)Here are some key takeaways from the sermon: Refuse to be a pawn in life’s battles. Begin to see through the lens of the Spirit and take charge of your reality. The Necessity of Prayer:• Prayer is how we command our realities.• ⁠We should actively refuse to be victims of the common realities around us by taking charge in prayer • We should learn to intercede for others, not just pray for ourselves as this sets us as partners with Christ and gives us a prophetic edge. The Importance of Praise:• We should cultivate an agenda-free worship life with God. By praising Him for who He is, not only for what we need.Faith is not passive, it is active, prayerful, and full of worship. When we live by faith, we cease to be victims of circumstances and begin to walk in the reality God destined for us.

📌 When Nicodemus inquired of the Lord, Jesus took his focus away from the activity to the environment that produces the activity (John 3:3).📌 Hebrews 11:3 — Faith is a concept of possibility. It plugs you into a realm where there is no impossibility.📌 Hebrews 11:11 — We have an insurance with God. Come to terms with God’s economy.📌 Luke 9:16 — You are never out of options.The Holy Ghost is enough. With the Holy Ghost, you can do all things. 💪🔥📌 Faith gives you the opportunity to superimpose the laws and possibilities of Heaven here on earth (John 3:3-4).THREE THINGS TO PAY ATTENTION TO:1. Your concept of capital must change. What you have is enough if God sent you. The new currency is the Spirit.2. Your concept of impossibility must change. God did not create the laws of biology, physics, economics, or medicine to limit what He wants to do with your life (Luke 1:38).3. Your concept of time must also change — you don’t need to be old before it happens.

The Lens of Faith”.He reminded us that walking in the Spirit is a deliberate act (Luke 9:41). It requires us to see differently, not with natural sight, but through the perspective of God’s Word (2 Corinthians 5:7).Here are a few keynotes from the service:📌 Faith is not wishful thinking; it is a perspective (Hebrews 11:3). Through faith, we understand realities beyond human comprehension. It opens us up to God’s dimension of possibilities.📌 Our position in Christ matters. We are seated with Him, far above all powers (Ephesians 1:18–19). The man in Christ must learn another way of living: the faith way.📌 Faith changes how we respond to life. Sarah received strength to conceive by faith (Hebrews 11:11–12). Israel walked through the Red Sea and brought down Jericho’s walls by faith (Hebrews 11:29–30).📌 In the economy of faith, we do not deny facts, but we refuse to let them have the final say. Instead, we superimpose God’s Word over every situation (Luke 1:39).📌 Hebrews 10:35–38 reminds us not to cast away our confidence. Faith is unyielding loyalty to the Word of God. It is more than an action; it is a conviction, a lifestyle, and a lens through which we interpret everything.📌 The Word of God is true, and we can put it to the test. Faith should not just inform our prayers, but it should transform our entire outlook on life.

''If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.”Galatians 5:25 NKJVTrue sanctification is not a matter of willpower but of walking in step with the Spirit. The Holy Spirit convicts us of sin, empowers us to overcome it, and transforms us from the inside out, leading us into a life that pleases God.

Discerning your role in this move of GodPreacher: Apostle Emmanuel Iren🔸Things that hinder us in our Christian journey. Hebrews 12:11. Sin2. WeightEvery sin is a weight, but not every weight is a sin.What kind of weight do we need to lay aside?- Fear🔸There is a weight of circumstances that may make you want to put purpose on the back burner🔸When things get tough, don’t let go of the kingdom and isolate. Stay in serviceMatt 6:33, Romans 8:35-36🔸Sometimes, all we are going through individually fits like a puzzle in our corporate vision🔸When we come together, we must serve one another for the corporate vision and allow the graces of each person shine where needed.

FUELING THE ENGINE”.We were reminded that Church is not an event, but a living organism to which we belong (1 Corinthians 12:12, 21).Here are a few key points from the service:1️⃣ Many of us think of “church” as a place we go to or a program we watch. But in God’s design, the Church is a body, every part connected, every member needed.2️⃣ Just like we feel the pain of a toothache when one small part of the body is hurt, the absence or silence of one member affects the whole. Our presence, voice, and contribution matter, not just to people, but to God Himself (Numbers 11:27, Ephesians 4:16).3️⃣ The early Church understood this. They weren’t spectators; they were participants. Just like in Numbers 11:27, where even those who did not gather still received the Spirit, God has marked us as part of His family.4️⃣ Belonging comes with responsibility. Ephesians 4:16 says that every joint supplies. We must be dependable for our contributions to the corporate mission, not as silent spectators, but as active participants. Apostle also showed us, from Scripture, what a Biblical Church really looks like, and how it differs from today’s common idea of church.This brings us to the acronym ICAME:📌I – IDENTITYChurch is not an event; it is a family and a people. We have an identity.📌C – COMMITMENTNot as customers, but as covenant members. We don’t serve God as we like but as He likes. The cross demands our honor and reverence.📌A – ACCOUNTABILITYEvery church has leaders, and God expects us to submit, receive corrections, and walk in love. Paul even says in 1 Corinthians 5:4-5 that to be outside the local church is to be in Satan’s territory.📌M – MISSIONOur lives must align with the corporate mission of the Gospel, not just personal pursuits.📌E – ECONOMICSFamilies share responsibility. In the same way, God expects us to steward His house with generosity. As 1 Corinthians 9:7-11 reminds us, no soldier goes to war at his own expense. Out of love and duty, we ought to give consistently to fuel the spread of the Gospel.As we continue this week, let us do the following 👇🏾✅ Be intentional about showing up for our local church gatherings.✅ Look for ways to serve with our gifts.✅ Practice cheerful, consistent giving for the mission.✅ Embrace accountability and spiritual discipline.✅ Live each day on gospel mission.The train is moving! The Gospel is advancing, and God has called us to be part of His engine. 🚂

Drawing from Matthew 9:36-38, Apostl reminded us that we are not called to merely attend church but to be the church. Unlike agriculture where harvest is the end of labor, in the Kingdom, harvest marks the beginning of labor.Here are some highlights from the message:📍 Jesus responds to growth with compassion, and He expects us to do the same.📍 The harvest is not just about souls — it’s also about the need for more labourers.📍 Being part of the church means thinking and acting like family, not like customers who walk away when displeased.📍 When you notice a need in church, your first response should be prayer (Matthew 9:38).📍 Every believer is called to see themselves as part of the solution for the harvest (Matthew 28:18; 2 Corinthians 5:17-20).📍 Growth comes through community — you need a small circle of believers you can build with (1 Corinthians 14:26).📍 Church is not just about receiving; it’s about supplying, serving, and saving lives through your contribution.📍 True apostolic churches thrive beyond the presence of the pastor, because every member is equipped to build (Ephesians 4:11).At the core, the message was clear: we are co-labourers with Christ, not mere spectators.Your place in the movement matters. The church grows when every joint supplies, and God calls each of us to plug in and play our part.

In this Sermon, Apostle shared a powerful reminder about God’s design for human connection. From the very beginning, in Genesis 2:18, God declared, “It is not good for the man to be alone.”This truth wasn’t just about marriage, but about the broader danger of solitude. It was the Manufacturer Himself telling us how His creation was designed to function: in fellowship, not isolation. If you can go days or weeks without genuine connection, without anyone to check in on you, that is not God’s best for you.Here are some key takeaways from the message:📌 Loneliness is a curse. You can be at the center of attraction and still feel deeply isolated. Even psychology calls loneliness a public health pandemic.📌 Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 reminds us: “Two are better than one… If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.”📌 Even Adam, who walked with God daily, was told by God Himself that it was not good for him to be alone. Companionship is part of divine design.📌 Sometimes, just the presence of another person can give you the fighting chance to keep going.📌 If you struggle with loneliness, overwhelming responsibilities, or find it hard to delegate, that’s a sign of dysfunction you must confront and heal.📌 Jesus did not come to start a new religion; He came to create a family. In Christianity, we don’t just have members—we have brothers and sisters.📌 In John 14:2, when Jesus said He was going to prepare a place, it was family language—the language of a Son building a home for His Father’s children.📌 Christ shed His blood to bring us into this divine family. That means the Church is not just a community you attend, but the primary family you belong to.Responsibilities in this family:Carry each other’s burdens (Galatians 6:2).Be known by love. Jesus said, “By this, everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another” (John 13:35).Do good to all people, especially believers (Galatians 6:10).The call is not only to receive but to also give. Even in your own struggles, you can lift someone else. Show the love of Christ by reaching out, even to the undeserving.Everyone has blind spots—who helps you see yours? Who are your trusted advisors? Remember: the enemy’s strategy often begins with isolation. Don’t let him succeed.💡 God designed you for community, for fellowship, and for family. Choose to belong. Choose to be present. Choose COMM-YOU-NITY.

Apostle reminded us that the enemy’s most dangerous tactic is not always open opposition, but clever imitation. Satan doesn’t just attack the truth—he counterfeits it. This is why the Word of God must remain our most reliable and trustworthy compass. 📖Here are some key takeaways:📌 In the realm of the spirit, your surest guide is God’s Word. (Numbers 24:17)📌 Fruit alone isn’t always a true test—even evil can appear “accurate.” (Isaiah 14:29, Genesis 3:1, Numbers 21:1, 6–7)📌 There is no Christianity without theology—you must know the truth about Christ to follow Him rightly.📌 Every spiritual experience must be weighed against Scripture. Even Satan quoted the Bible to Jesus. (Matthew 4:6)✨ If a vision or revelation contradicts Scripture, discard it immediately.📌 Be precise about what you believe—some things look so similar, only the Spirit and the Word can help you discern. (2 Corinthians 11:14, Acts 16:16–17)Apostle also answered the question: Why Theology?📌 Theology gives structure to worship—it’s the lyrics of our praise. (Exodus 34:6–7)✨ Our theology is incomplete if it doesn’t lead to reverence. (John 4:20–21)✨ God doesn’t accept “anyhow” worship. That was Cain’s error. (Genesis 4:6–7)✨ Discernment is not automatic; only sound doctrine equips us to spot falsehood. (2 Corinthians 11:14)✨ False doctrine isn’t always new—it’s often recycled lies.🔥 Finally, guard your doctrine closely. Not every debate is worth entertaining. As Bible students, we must know when to engage and when to walk away. (1 Timothy 6:3)As we go through the week, let’s remember: knowing the Word is not just for Bible scholars—it’s for every believer! The Word is our protection, our anchor, and our light in a world of spiritual counterfeits.

In this message from our teaching series, Apostle Emmanuel Iren explored the profound question: “Jesus: God or Just Good?”He highlighted that the dividing line of true faith rests on one thing—what you believe about Jesus. Just as in Matthew 16:13-15, many opinions exist, but salvation comes only through the right revelation of Him.Here are some key takeaways from the sermon:1️⃣ Admiration is not salvation. Morality without regeneration and philosophy without repentance cannot substitute for the new birth. (John 10:10, James 2:19)2️⃣ Saving faith is specific. Believing vaguely in “God” is not enough—it is your faith in Christ’s redemptive work that saves.3️⃣ True discipleship is allegiance to Jesus as Lord, not merely admiration of Him.4️⃣ We see His wisdom at the cross and His power in the resurrection. (1 Corinthians 1:22-24)5️⃣ To know Jesus truly, we must learn of Him for His sake, not just for what we can gain from Him.6️⃣ God Himself affirms Christ’s divinity. From Genesis to John, the Scriptures point to the eternal Word who became flesh. (John 1:1, 1 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 1:8)✨ The central question remains: Who is Jesus to you?Is He merely a good teacher, or is He Lord and God—the one in whom your salvation rests?Let this message strengthen your conviction in Christ and anchor your faith in the unshakable truth of the gospel.

We live in a generation that values unity without truth, where biblical convictions are often torn down in the name of freedom. In this powerful episode, we explore the urgent need to guard sound doctrine and stay anchored in God’s Word amid cultural shifts.Key truths you’ll discover:📍 True freedom isn’t the absence of boundaries—it’s living rightly within God’s structure.📍 Unity is not agreement at any cost. Ephesians 4:13 calls us to “unity of the faith,” not just coexistence with error.📍 The Word must remain our doctrinal anchor. Encounters alone are not enough; we need Scripture as our foundation.📍 Discernment is as vital as love. False teachers thrive because believers tolerate error out of sentiment, not truth.📍 Even Jesus overcame temptation by declaring, “It is written” (Matthew 4). If the Word was His defense, it must be ours too.You’ll also learn why:✅ Every false doctrine is a strategy of the enemy (2 Corinthians 11:3).✅ Sentiment is not sound doctrine. “Peace if possible; truth at all cost.”✅ Spiritual maturity means unwavering loyalty to Scripture, even when culture shifts.As you step into the week, make a conscious decision to live by the Word, defend the Word, and refuse compromise.

In a world driven by opinions, trends, and emotions, what anchors your life? In this episode, we are reminded that for every believer, Scripture is the ultimate authority. We live by Sola Scriptura—“Scripture Alone.”Every belief, tradition, opinion, and experience must submit to God’s Word. Here’s what that means:📍 If God has spoken, the debate is over. No cultural trend or human argument can override His Word (Romans 3:4).📍 The Bible is profitable for:✔️ Doctrine – Defining what we believe (2 Timothy 3:16–17).✔️ Reproof – Convicting us of truth.✔️ Correction – Straightening wrong thinking.✔️ Instruction in righteousness – Giving us clear guidance for living.📍 Tradition isn’t final—Scripture is. Even long-standing church customs must bow to the Word (John 4:23–24).📍 True discipleship is submission to the Word. It’s more than singing songs or serving in church—it’s making the Bible your ultimate compass in every decision: business, relationships, parenting, and life choices.As you step into the week, let God’s Word be your final authority. Live by it, through it, and for it.

God doesn’t always speak through thunderous voices or dramatic signs. More often, His guidance is subtle—through impressions, nudges, or even silence. In this episode, we explore how to recognize and respond to non-verbal cues from God so you don’t miss His leading in your life.Drawing from Romans 2:14–15, Hebrews 1:1–2, and Philippians 2:13, we discover that:📍 God’s silence is still communication. Sometimes He answers through peace, a check in your spirit, or by withholding a green light.📍 Don’t expect God to spell everything out. Learn to trust your moral compass and conscience—God often guides through them.📍 Practical steps when you hear nothing:Follow God’s Word—it’s His clearest voice.Make wise, responsible decisions after prayer, trusting God to work in you.Watch for divinely orchestrated moments—God can even speak through people unknowingly.We also highlight the common ways God speaks beyond words:✅ Conscience promptings✅ Scripture illumination✅ Wise counsel✅ Inner peace or restraintKey truth: If you lack discernment, you could miss even a spectacular encounter. But when you stay sensitive, you’ll realize—God is always speaking, even when He’s silent.This episode will help you tune in to the whispers and nuances of divine communication so you can walk confidently in His will.

In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the deep connection between purpose, timing, and the will of God. Drawing from the temptation of Jesus in Matthew 4, we are reminded that not everything we can do—or even pray for—should be done. The question is not always, “Is it possible?” but “Is it time?”This message unpacks how spiritual results are not always about intensity, but about alignment with God’s purpose. It’s not just about asking—it's about asking within the context of divine seasons and purpose (Ecclesiastes 9:11, James 4:3).Key takeaways include:📍 Doing what God is blessing is better than asking Him to bless what you're doing📍 Devotion matters—but purpose is the highest spiritual law📍 Not every unanswered prayer is a failure—some things are bound by divine timing (Exodus 12:41)📍 Prayer is powerful, but it must align with God’s path for you📍 There are spiritual seasons—and we must learn to discern them (Daniel 9:2)📍 Even miracles follow purpose; manna stopped when Israel reached the Promised Land (Joshua 5:12)You’ll also learn about the three kinds of divine purpose:Immutable Purpose – God's eternal decrees (e.g., the crucifixion of Christ)Conditional Purpose – Responsive to our prayers and actionsTime-Specific Purpose – Relevant for a season and subject to changeWe close with a strong reminder: The cloud has moved—move with it. Not everything from the past should be repeated. Stay aligned, stay discerning, and stay rooted in purpose.This is a timely word for anyone feeling stuck, restless, or out of sync. Tune in and recalibrate your walk with God according to His timing and plan.

In this teaching, we’re reminded that God often moves in ways we least expect—not always in fire, wind, or earthquakes, but in whispers. Drawing from the life of John the Baptist and the story of Elijah, we explore how the quiet workings of God are often the most powerful and transformative.Here’s what this episode uncovers:📍 Kingdom greatness is defined differently — John the Baptist was called the greatest prophet not because of miracles, but because he pointed people to Jesus (Matthew 11:11).📍 God doesn’t always move in the spectacular —Supernatural doesn’t have to mean dramatic.Exodus 3:2–4 shows how a burning bush wasn’t just a miracle, but an invitation to deeper relationship.📍 The more intimate you get with God, the more subtle His voice becomes —God speaks with a still small voice once relationship is established (1 Kings 19:11).📍 Don’t miss God in the ordinary —He may not show up with thunder, but He’s always present.The absence of drama doesn’t mean the absence of divinity.📍 The revelation of Christ is the highest spiritual encounter —Miracles are powerful, but Jesus is the message. Every miracle points back to Him.📍 God speaks to all kinds of people —He spoke to Adam after the fall, Cain after murder, and Pharaoh in a dream.Don’t disqualify yourself from hearing God’s voice.📍 Faith is not about needing constant signs —We are blessed for believing without seeing (John 20:29, 1 Peter 1:7–8).📍 Divine direction is not a one-time event —It’s the fruit of consistent relationship.If God is your Shepherd, you’ll never be stranded (Genesis 31:42).📍 Just because it’s not loud doesn’t mean it’s not God.In a noisy world, the whisper of God is still the most powerful sound.Stay sensitive.Listen for the whisper.That’s where the glory often is. 🙏🏽✨