Merry Christmas to you from Reverend Omar Morrison and his family, as well as from The Missionary Church Association in Jamaica. Many persons still do not understand the significance of the birth of Jesus. For them, Christmas is about shopping, gifts, the bright lights, family, food, parties, and pleasure. Or perhaps some vacation time from working all year round. But Christmas is all about Jesus, who He is, and the difference He has come to make in our lives and in our dark world. Today, we continue our Advent reflections on the Birth of Jesus as recorded in Luke 2:1-14. Reverend Omar Morrison is the Pastor of First Missionary Church in Kingston, Jamaica.
So far, in our Advent reflections from the Gospel of Luke, we have seen that Zachariah and Elizabeth were righteous in God's sight, as noted in Luke 1:6. That beautiful description from God challenges us to make the pursuit of righteousness before God a central part of our lives in this Advent season. Today, we will consider some important lessons from the birth of Jesus foretold in Luke 1:26-38, as our reference text. Reverend Omar Morrison is the Pastor of First Missionary Church in Kingston, Jamaica.
What does it mean to be "Righteous"? Is being "Righteous" important to you? What does "Righteousness" have to do with Advent? We will address these questions over the next few Sundays as we focus on the Advent Season, using Luke's Gospel message in sharing these reflections. Today, let us consider "The Blessedness of Being Righteous Before God" (Luke 1:5-25). Reverend Omar Morrison is the Pastor of First Missionary Church in Kingston, Jamaica.
We have been briefly examining the Kingdom of God. We have examined "The Lord of the Kingdom" and concluded that Jesus Christ is the Lord, or King, of the Kingdom. We have also considered "The Life of the Kingdom" and "The Language of the Kingdom". Today, as we conclude this series, we now consider "The Love of the Kingdom". It is my prayer that we will allow God to rule and reign in our lives, that we will speak the language of Heaven, and live out the life of love as citizens of "The Kingdom of God". Reverend Ronald Webster is the Pastor of the Hopewell circuit of Missionary Churches in Hanover, Jamaica.
Good morning. We have been briefly exploring the concept of "The Kingdom of God", that realm in which God rules and reigns as King. So far, we have considered "The Lord of The Kingdom" and "The Life of The Kingdom". Today, we turn our attention to "The Language of The Kingdom". Reverend Ronald Webster is the Pastor of the Hopewell circuit of Missionary Churches in Hanover, Jamaica.
Last week, we began exploring the concept of "The Kingdom of God" as revealed in the Bible, the Word of God. We highlighted that the Lord of the Kingdom is Jesus Christ, God in the flesh. Today, we examine in greater detail "The Life of the Kingdom". We will consider two areas, "The Message of the Kingdom" and "The Mandate of the Kingdom". Reverend Ronald Webster is the Pastor of the Hopewell circuit of Missionary Churches in Hanover, Jamaica.
I greet you in the matchless name of Jesus Christ, our soon-coming King. We aim to explore, over the next few weeks, a crucial subject that has not received the due attention it deserves: "The Kingdom of God". Is there such thing as "The Kingdom of God"? What does the Bible teach about "The Kingdom of God"? Is this something we should learn more about? Would our living be more impactful if we understood the concept? Does it matter? In this series, we want to consider the following: "The Lord of the Kingdom", "The Life of the Kingdom", "The Language of the Kingdom", and "The Love of the Kingdom". Reverend Ronald Webster is the Pastor of the Hopewell circuit of Missionary Churches in Hanover, Jamaica.
Reverend Jacob McLean, Chairman of the MCAJ, shares a special message as Jamaica heads into recovery mode following the passage of Hurricane Melissa. Reverend Jacob McLean is the Pastor of the Hampton Green Missionary Church.
In this series, "The Role and Function of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives", we are exploring what the Bible teaches about the Holy Spirit and His work in the lives of those who have yielded themselves to Him. As we conclude this series today, we focus on “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit”. As a believer seeks to fulfil his or her calling, it is necessary to be adequately equipped for such service. Today, we examine the gifts of the Spirit and how we walk in the Spirit. Reverend Ronald Webster is the Pastor of the Hopewell circuit of Missionary Churches in Hanover, Jamaica.
In this series, "The Role and Function of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives", we are exploring what the Bible teaches about the Holy Spirit and His work in the lives of those who have yielded themselves to Him. Today, we focus on “The Work of the Holy Spirit” in the starting of the journey of the believer, and His continued work through the believer. Reverend Ronald Webster is the Pastor of the Hopewell circuit of Missionary Churches in Hanover, Jamaica.
In this series, "The Role and Function of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives", we are exploring what the Bible teaches about the Holy Spirit and His work in the lives of those who have yielded themselves to Him. Today, we focus on “The Coming of the Holy Spirit”. This “Coming” has to do with His leading the Godhead in active service among humankind. What work does the Holy Spirit do in the lives of individuals? How does the Holy Spirit manifest Himself in people’s lives? Reverend Ronald Webster is the Pastor of the Hopewell circuit of Missionary Churches in Hanover, Jamaica.
We have often heard it said that the Holy Spirit is only but a force that influences our lives. This, however, is not the sum total of the Bible’s teaching concerning the Holy Spirit. In this series, "The Role and Function of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives", we intend to explore what the Bible teaches about the Holy Spirit and His work in the lives of those who have yielded themselves to Him. Today, we focus on “The Nature of the Holy Spirit”. Reverend Ronald Webster is the Pastor of the Hopewell circuit of Missionary Churches in Hanover, Jamaica.
Today, Reverend Dalkeith Bennett concludes the series on "The Fruit of the Spirit" found in Galatians 5:22-23. He has been going through the beautiful list of virtues that Paul calls the "Fruit of the Spirit". Today, we come to the final aspect, "Self-Control". It may be the last in the list, but it is certainly not least. In many ways, it is the gatekeeper of all the other fruits. Reverend Dalkeith Bennett is the Pastor of Beulah Missionary Church in Clarendon and Spring Ground Missionary Church in Manchester, Jamaica.
Today, Reverend Dalkeith Bennett, we continue our journey through "The Fruit of The Spirit" as found in Galatians 5:22-23. This episode focuses on the Fruit of "Gentleness". Some translations use the word "meekness", but meekness is not weakness. Gentleness is strength under control, guided by love. Reverend Dalkeith Bennett is the Pastor of Beulah Missionary Church in Clarendon and Spring Ground Missionary Church in Manchester, Jamaica.
Today, Reverend Dalkeith Bennett continues the series of studies on "The Fruit of The Spirit" as found in Galatians 5:22-23. This morning, we focus on the Fruit of "Faithfulness". This is one of the most treasured qualities of God Himself. When His Spirit lives in us, He produces that same character. Reverend Dalkeith Bennett is the Pastor of Beulah Missionary Church in Clarendon and Spring Ground Missionary Church in Manchester, Jamaica.
Today, Reverend Dalkeith Bennett continues the series of studies on "The Fruit of The Spirit" as found in Galatians 5:22-23. Our focus today is on a quality our world so desperately needs, "Goodness". This "Goodness" is more than simply being nice. Reverend Dalkeith Bennett is the Pastor of Beulah Missionary Church in Clarendon and Spring Ground Missionary Church in Manchester, Jamaica.
Today, Reverend Dalkeith Bennett continues the journey through the beautiful orchard of the Holy Spirit found in Galatians 5:22-23. In this episode, we pause at a branch that bears a sweet, gentle blessing - kindness. Kindness is more than being nice. Anyone can be nice for "show", but true kindness is a Fruit of the Spirit. Reverend Dalkeith Bennett is the Pastor of Beulah Missionary Church in Clarendon and Spring Ground Missionary Church in Manchester, Jamaica.
Today, Reverend Dalkeith Bennett continues the series of studies on "The Fruit of The Spirit" as found in Galatians 5:22-23. Today, we turn our hearts to a Fruit of The Spirit that is much needed in this hurried, impatient world: long-suffering. This is a deep, strong, spiritual endurance. Today we discuss the what, why and how concerning long-suffering. Reverend Dalkeith Bennett is the Pastor of Beulah Missionary Church in Clarendon, and Spring Ground Missionary Church in Manchester, Jamaica.
As Reverend Dalkeith Bennett continues the series of studies on "The Fruit of The Spirit" as found in Galatians 5:22-23, today we focus on "Peace". The work of the flesh brings conflict, turmoil, and division, but the Fruit of the Spirit produces a life that reflects God's nature. Among these beautiful qualities is Peace. Reverend Dalkeith Bennett is the Pastor of Beulah Missionary Church in Clarendon, and Spring Ground Missionary Church in Manchester, Jamaica.
Today, Reverend Dalkeith Bennett continues the series of studies on "The Fruit of The Spirit" as found in Galatians 5:22-23. Today, we focus on the second aspect of the Fruit, which is "Joy". In our study today, we will explore the following aspects of Joy: the source of true Joy, the difference between Joy and happiness, how to cultivate Joy in the Spirit, and other related topics. Reverend Dalkeith Bennett is the Pastor of Beulah Missionary Church in Clarendon, and Spring Ground Missionary Church in Manchester, Jamaica.