Celebration Church Int'l

To kick off our Seven Days of Christmas series at midweek service yesterday, Apostle taught powerfully.

In today's service we received a stirring word from our Apostle, @pst_iren, on the topic; ‘Faith is the Language of Revival.'

God's unstoppable love is seen in our daily lives and ministries (Gen 18:18-19). Family is God's strategy for His unstoppable move. The first time God ever spoke to a human, it was about a family (Gen 1:28).

God's unstoppable love is seen in our daily lives and ministries (Gen 18:18-19). Family is God's strategy for His unstoppable move. The first time God ever spoke to a human, it was about a family (Gen 1:28).

THE PROVIDENCE AND SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD.Sovereignty is who God is and what He does, while providence is God's intentional, personal involvement in the details of our lives. These two truths form the foundation for creative miracles.Apostle showed us through scripture how before any need arises, God has already gone ahead to provide.Just like Abraham, while he climbed the mountain in obedience, the ram was already climbing too. (Genesis 22:13)In the will of God, we can never be stranded, because every instruction already carries its provision.Here are key points to note from the sermon:

The Unstoppable Move Of God IIWe as Christians are sent to shine in dark places, take territories for Christ, turn toxic spaces into worship, and carry His fragrance wherever He sends us.Revival does not happen by playing it safe. If God sends you, GO!History shows God superimposing His Image on culture by reclaiming what were once names for pagan gods.The church of Christ is a locomotive church, and we are called to boldly take what the enemy uses, elevate it for Christ, and advance without fear of consequences.Build, create, influence, and use every platform for the kingdom of God, bringing all things into obedience to Christ.The consecrations that will preserve us to be able to shine as light1. Have a church.Find a good church to belong to (Galatians 6:1-2)2. Learn to protect your priority.As believers, we believe that success must not be at all costs (Matthew 6:33)3. Embrace your supernatural edge.Don't be ashamed to identify as a Christian; it will save you a lot of trouble (Luke 2:49)4. Contend.Seek for God's influence to grow on your account (Jude 1:3)

Raising an Unstoppable Prayer MovementA word study on Israel:The name Israel is formed from two words — Sara and El.Sara means to contend, to wrestle, to fight.Hence, Yisrael means he who strives, contends, or wrestles with God.Israel became the name of an entire people because of one man's encounter with God.In the New Testament, believers are called the Israel of God.Jesus is the real Israel — the true Son of God.Because of Him, we have become the Israel of God (Galatians 6:16).What makes us the Israel of God?1. Faith in Jesus2. A willingness to see the will of God manifest in your generationThe free will of man confirms the sovereignty of God.God is in ultimate control, yet He invites us into partnership.We can cooperate with the Holy Spirit or hinder Him, and the sovereign God honours our choices.Many times, God makes things subject to our readiness.The sovereign God wants us to choose, and it requires determination and consistency. (Psalm 2:8).

Sovereignty is who God is and what He does, while providence is God's intentional, personal involvement in the details of our lives. These two truths form the foundation for creative miracles.

Build, create, influence, and use every platform for the kingdom of God, bringing all things into obedience to Christ.

A word study on Israel: The name Israel is formed from two words — Sara and El. Sara means to contend, to wrestle, to fight.

The Unstoppable Move of GodGod is sovereign; He reserves the absolute right and unrivaled power to do all that he wills, exactly as he wills, and nothing can successfully oppose him.God is actually in control.When Jesus says yes, nobody can say no.God's providence is all-encompassing: it's God's continuous and active involvement in sustaining, guiding, and solving all things towards the fulfillment of his purposeSovereignty is who God is; providence is what he does.Sovereignty is God's position, and providence is God's supervision.The sovereignty of God means God cannot be stopped, be surprised, be defeated, be limited… his will is final.God is much aware of our weaknesses and inadequacies. The mistake of Jonah by reason of providence became the most important thing he ever did. Even in his weakness, God was still working in his error.The greatest highlight of Jonah's ministry was from the most vulnerable point of his life.

God is actually in control. When Jesus says yes, nobody can say no. God's providence is all-encompassing: it's God's continuous and active involvement in sustaining, guiding, and solving all things towards the fulfillment of his purpose

Jesus Called Me Broke With our anchor scripture being Rev. 3:20, a powerful reminder that not every kind of growth is beneficial (after all, cancer is a form of growth too). A church with Jesus is complete, no matter the number.

Jesus Called Me Broke With our anchor scripture being Rev. 3:20, a powerful reminder that not every kind of growth is beneficial (after all, cancer is a form of growth too). A church with Jesus is complete, no matter the number.

Leaving a Legacy

Leaving a Legacy

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:

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.

Leave & Cleave - Remaining One Flesh With Your Spouse

We explored faith and prudence in the aspect of marriage. It was emphasised that both our spirit and mind must be actively engaged for us to make major life decisions. Here are some key points from the sermon;

Vital Signs

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.

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.

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.

The Working of The 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.

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.

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:

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).

''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

Discerning Your Role in this Move Of God

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: