Bishop Prof. Julius O. Soyinka

If God Be for Us, Who Can Be Against Us Study Text: Romans 8:31 Introduction: - Paul’s triumphant question is not denial of opposition; it is declaration of divine advantage. -  Enemies may arise, challenges may persist, but when God is for a person, the outcome is settled in his favour.  - This message affirms our confidence, courage, and conquest in God’s backing against all challenges and oppositions. - So, as believers, we don't need to struggle for protection or defense against the enemy, we only need to strife to maintain a healthy relationship with God at all times. - This is because, when the way of a man pleases the Lord, He makes even his enemy to be at peace with him. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Position of Divine Favour 2.  The Power of Divine Backing 3.  The Promise of Divine Victory 1.  The Position of Divine Favour - “If God be for us…” speaks of the position where we stand in God’s plan. - To be “for” ...

Positioned for Overflowing Blessings Study Text: Deuteronomy 28:1–2 Introduction: - Deuteronomy 28 is a covenant chapter. It reveals that blessings are not accidental; they are conditional and intentional.  - God does not merely give blessings—He positions His people so that blessings pursue and overtake them. - This sermon reveals how believers can move from struggling for blessings to being surrounded by them. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Prerequisite for Divine Blessings 2.  The Promise of Divine Blessings 3.  The Pattern of  Divine Blessings 1.  The Prerequisite for Divine Blessings “…If thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the LORD thy God…”  1. Obedience is the gateway to elevation. - God’s blessings respond to attentive obedience, not casual listening. - Hearing God’s voice requires: 1.  A teachable heart 2.  Reverence for God’s Word 3.  Prompt obedience John 10:27 – “My sheep hear...

APPOINTED TO BEAR FRUIT StudyText: John 15:16  Introduction: - Christianity is not a confession without confirmation, nor a profession without production. - Jesus makes it clear: we are not saved to sit, but appointed to bear fruit. - Divine appointment always carries divine expectation. If God appointed you, He expects evidence. - We shall be discussing the topic under four subheadings: 1.  The Privilege of Selective Appointment 2.  The Purpose of Systematic Fruitfulness 3.  The Power for Sustained Fruitfulness 4.  The Peril of Spiritual Fruitlessness 1.  The Privilege of Selective Appointment - It is a great privilege to be chosen among many, and appointed for the assignment in the kingdom of God.  1. You are Chosen, Not Accidental - Salvation is intentional, not incidental. God does not recruit failures; He creates fruit-bearers  Ephesians 1:4 — Chosen before the foundation of the world Jeremiah 1:5 — Ordained before birth - If you are chosen, ...

FROM GLORY TO GREATER GLORY    Study Text: Proverbs 4:18  Introduction: - Beloved, we have not crossed into this new year by chance, nor by strength. We have crossed by divine ordination.  - As we begin this year declared as the Year of Greater Glory, God is making it clear that this year will not be a repetition of the former, but a divine upgrade. - Glory speaks of God’s presence, power, beauty, favour, and manifest goodness. When God declares greater glory, He is announcing more of Himself in our lives, families, church, and destinies. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings  1.  The Promise of Greater Glory  2.  The Pathway to Greater Glory  3.  The Proofs of Greater Glory  1.  The Promise of Greater Glory  (Haggai 2:9; Isaiah 60:1–2) - Greater glory is God’s promise, not human ambition. - God never redeems to downgrade; He redeems to upgrade. - Whatever glory you experienced in the past—spiritually,...

DELIVERANCE FROM GRAVEYARD BONDAGE Study Text: Luke 8:26–36  Introduction: - Graveyards represent the finality of death, silence, captivity, and hopelessness. -  In the spirit realm, graveyard bondage speaks of forces of death operating in the lives of the living: destiny buried, joy buried, marriage buried, finances buried, health buried, and spiritual fire buried. Today, the Lord sent me with a word: “Anything that tied you to the grave is breaking NOW!” 1.  The Portrait of Graveyard Bondage - What is Graveyard Bondage? - Graveyard bondage is satanic captivity where a living person is spiritually associated with death, loss, stagnation, and ancestral covenants. - Manifestations include: 1.  Constant dreams of cemeteries, dead relatives, coffins 2.  Repeated losses and sudden reversals 3.  Cycles of failure and near-success syndrome 4.  Unexplainable sicknesses and afflictions 4.  Delay in marriage, in bearing children, in making progress and hav...

THE LIFTER UP OF MY HEAD Study Text: Psalm 3:1–3  Introduction: - To lift the head is to restore dignity, honour, confidence, visibility, and authority. - A bowed head speaks of shame, rejection, disgrace, limitation, and defeat. - David cried in Psalm 3:3:  “But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of my head.” - Today,  God is announcing: “Every power forcing your head down is losing its grip!” 1.  The Matter of a Bowed Head.  Psalm 3:1–2 - David was a king, yet his head was bowed: betrayed by his son, hunted by enemies, disgraced publicly. What Bows a Man’s Head?  1. Shame and Reproach – Psalm 69:7  2. Failure and Repeated Losses – Proverbs 24:16  3. Evil Pronouncements and Curses – Numbers 22–23  4. Hidden Battles and Silent Tears - You can be anointed and still be oppressed, until God lifts your head. 2.  The Mastermind of a Bowed Head.  Psalm 75:6–7  1. Satanic Accusations - Revelation 12:10 – Th...

A GLORIOUS ENDING Study Text: Ecclesiastes 7:8 Introduction: - The end of a matter is a powerful moment in the calendar of God. -  Many started this year with expectations; some faced battles, losses, delays, and surprises. -  Yet we stand here today: not buried, not broken, not silenced, but thankful. -  Thanksgiving is proof that God was present all through the journey. Today, we celebrate not just survival, but a glorious ending. - There are three things to note about a glorious ending: 1.  A Glorious Ending Reveals God's Preservation  2.  A Glorious Ending Redeems Great Problems 3.  A Glorious Ending Releases God's Praises  1. A Glorious Ending Reveals God's Preservation  (Lamentations 3:22–23; Psalm 103:1–5) - You are alive today because God kept you. You are standing because the mercy of God spoke for you. You are rejoicing because the grace of God prevailed. - Thanksgiving reminds us that: - God was faithful when men failed - God prese...

IN THE DAYS OF HIS POWER Study Text: Psalm 110:3  INTRODUCTION Beloved, tonight is not an ordinary gathering. This is an appointment with destiny, a moment marked in Heaven’s calendar for divine visitation. There are moments in Scripture when God steps down into human affairs with tangible, irresistible, mountain-shaking power. The Bible calls these seasons “the days of His power.” In such moments, ordinary men become portals of glory, impossible situations bow, chains that have lasted for years break suddenly, and miracles become normal. I stand to announce to you prophetically: We have entered the days of His power. I. WHAT ARE THE DAYS OF HIS POWER? 1. A Season of Divine Visitation Psalm 110:3 These are moments when God says: I will not watch from a distance; I will intervene. He interrupts natural order. He suspends protocol. He moves mountains to establish His purposes. When God visits, barrenness becomes fruitfulness, dryness becomes abundance, and silence becomes testimony. ...

There shall no Evil Befall thee Study Text: Psalms 91:1-10 Introduction: - Psalm 91 is God’s covenant of divine insurance, supernatural immunity, and heavenly security. -  It is not poetry for reading only; it is a promise for living. In verse 10, God makes a categorical, unconditional, supernatural declaration: There shall no Evil Befall thee. - This is not the voice of a man. This is the decree of the Almighty. - In a world filled with dangers, visible and invisible, God’s people need more than human protection.  - We need the Presence, Promise, and Power of God. Today, the Lord declares over you and your household: No evil shall befall you. - To unpack this covenant promise, we consider it under three  subheadings: 1.  The Promise of Divine Preservation  2.  The Power of Divine Protection  3.  The Privilege of Divine Presence  1.  The Promise of Divine Preservation  - God does not speak casually. When He says “no evil shall befal...

BY HIS MERCIES WE ARE NOT CONSUMED Study Text: Lamentations 3:22–23 Introduction: - We gather today in gratitude, not because everything has been perfect, but because God’s mercies have preserved us. - Jeremiah looked at a ruined Jerusalem, a broken nation, hopeless streets, and yet he declared:  “It is of the LORD’s mercies that we are not consumed…” - This is the posture of Thanksgiving: recognizing mercy as the reason we stand. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Meaning of His Mercies 2.  The Manifestation of His Mercies 3.  The Mandate of His Mercies  1. The Meaning of His Mercies  1.  Mercy is God’s Compassion Toward the Unworthy - Mercy is not something we earn; it is who God is. - Psalm 103:8 — “The LORD is merciful and gracious…”  2.  Mercy is God’s Patience With Our Weaknesses - If God were to mark iniquity, none of us would stand (Psalm 130:3). - Mercy means God chooses to withhold the judgment we de...

Not by Power, Not by Might, but By My Spirit Study Text: Zechariah 4:6 - 9 Introduction: - This divine proclamation to Zerubbabel came at a time of frustration and seeming impossibility. The rebuilding of the temple had been halted due to opposition and human limitation.  - God reminded Zerubbabel that divine purposes are not accomplished through human ability or physical strength, but through the inexhaustible power of the Holy Spirit. - Today, many are trying to fulfill divine assignments by human wisdom, strength, or influence, but God’s work demands God’s Spirit. What might, education, connections, or money cannot do, the Spirit can do effortlessly. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Limitations of the Human Strength 2.  The Manifestations of the Holy Spirit 3.  The Revelations from the Holy Scriptures 1.  The Limitations of the Human Strength - Human effort has its place, but it is grossly limited in spiritual matters. - Psa...

The Book of Remembrance Study Text: Malachi 3:16–18 Introduction: - There are times when it seems heaven is silent and man is forgotten,  when prayers appear unanswered and good deeds unnoticed. Yet, our God is not unjust to forget (Hebrews 6:10).  - He keeps records which are divine, detailed, and dependable. The Book of Remembrance is God’s eternal archive of faithful service, sincere devotion, and sacrificial love. - This message explores how God remembers, rewards, and restores those written in His heavenly record, and we shall be discussing it under three subheadings: 1.  Divine Recording  2.  Divine Rewarding  3.  Divine Restoring  1.  Divine Recording  - God is a meticulous recorder. Every act of faith, every tear shed in prayer, every unseen labour of love is captured in His heavenly chronicle. A. The People Remembered 1.  Those who fear the Lord — reverent hearts who honour His Word. 2.  Those who fellowship faithfully...

The Secret of Sustained Supernatural Strength  Study Text: Isaiah 40:31 Introduction: - Every believer encounters moments of exhaustion — when prayers seem delayed, when strength feels drained, and when hope is faint. - But our God is not the God of the ground; He is the God of the great heights. - He calls us not to crawl in defeat but to climb and soar in dominion. -This verse is a spiritual strategy for supernatural strength and a divine flight manual for the believer. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings:  1.  The Portrait of an Amazing Bird 2.  The Patience of an Aspiring Believer 3.  The Power of an Awesome Benefactor  1.  The Portrait of an Amazing Bird  - The eagle is Heaven’s chosen emblem of spiritual excellence. It is not a common bird, but a creature of covenant altitude. - There are four key portraits of an eagle: 1.  Vision – The eagle sees far. You cannot fly higher than your vision. (Proverbs 29:18) 2....

How Well Are You Using Your Gifts? Study Text: Matthew 25:14–30; Romans 12:4–8 Introduction: - The believers have the responsibility to recognize, develop, and diligently use their God-given gifts for the glory of God and the advancement of His kingdom. - Every child of God has been endowed with divine gifts—spiritual abilities, natural talents, and divine opportunities —to fulfill God’s purpose on earth. - No believer is giftless. The tragedy, however, is that many neglect, bury, or misuse their gifts. - In the parable of the talents (Matthew 25:14–30), Jesus tells us that each servant received gifts “according to his ability.” The issue wasn’t the size of the gift but the faithfulness in using it. - So the question today is not “Do you have a gift?” but rather “How well are you using your gift?” - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Source of your Gifts 2.  The Significance of your Gifts 3.  The Stirring of your Gifts  1. The Source of...

Let The Fire Fall Study Text: 1 Kings 18:36–39 Introduction: - Throughout Scripture, the fire of God symbolizes His presence, power, purity, and passion. -  When fire falls, hearts are stirred, sin is consumed, altars are ignited, and nations turn back to God. - In Elijah’s day, the people of Israel were caught between two opinions: worshipping God and Baal. It took the fire of God to restore true worship and national revival. - Today, we need that same fire — in our hearts, homes, churches, and nation. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Action of the Fire 2.  The Absence of the Fire 3.  The Attributes of the Fire  1. The Action of the Fire - Fire in Scripture represents several divine realities: 1.  God’s Presence – Exodus 3:2 – The burning bush. 2.  God’s Power – Acts 2:3 – Tongues of fire on the apostles. 3.  God’s Purity – Malachi 3:2-3 – He purifies as a refiner’s fire. 4.  God’s Passion – Jeremiah 20:9 –...

The Power of Unwavering Faith  Study Text: Mark 11:22–26 Introduction: - In this passage, Jesus teaches His disciples one of the greatest spiritual laws in the kingdom: the law of faith.  - It came right after the miracle of the withered fig tree, a living illustration that faith-filled words have power. But Jesus didn’t stop there; He also connected faith with prayer and forgiveness. - Faith moves mountains, but unforgiveness builds them. - This message today challenges us to develop mountain-moving faith rooted in forgiveness and prayerful confidence in God. - We shall be discussing the topic under four subheadings: 1.  The Command of Faith 2.  The Confession of Faith 3.  The Conditions of Faith 4.  The Character of Faith  1. The Command of Faith  - Faith is not optional; it is the believer’s lifeline. - Jesus didn’t say “Have faith in things” or “Have faith in people,” but “Have faith in God.” - True faith rests not on our ability, or on what w...

Turn Away from Anger Study Text: Ephesians 4:26–27 Introduction: - Anger is one of the most common emotions in human life. -  Everyone has felt it, but the Bible warns us that uncontrolled anger leads to destruction, broken relationships, and sin. -  God calls us to turn away from anger, not by denying our emotions, but by submitting them to His Spirit. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Cause of Anger 2.  The Cost of  Anger 3.  The Cure for Anger  1. The Cause of Anger  - Anger is a strong emotional response to hurt, frustration, or injustice. - Anger is a natural emotion, but if left unchecked, it can destroy lives, relationships, and destinies. - Often triggered by provocation, pride, or pain. James 4:1 – Conflicts arise from desires warring within us. - Anger may come naturally, but handling it wisely is supernatural. With Christ in us, we can turn away from anger and walk in peace. - Not all anger is sin: Jesu...

The Overflowing Anointing Study Text: Psalm 23:1-6 Introduction - Beloved, Psalm 23 is not just a psalm for funerals, it is a psalm for fullness.  - David is not singing about death here, but about divine abundance. He says, “Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.” - The oil in Scripture represents the Holy Spirit, the power of God, the favour of the Father. When God anoints your head with oil, it changes your destiny, it lifts your level, and it overflows into every area of your life. - We will examine this topic under three  subheadings. May the Spirit of God anoint these words to our hearts. 1.  The Source of the Anointing 2.  The Strength of the Anointing 3.  The Satisfaction of the Anointing  1. The Source of the Anointing - “Thou anointest.” The anointing doesn’t come from man, methods, or machinery. It comes from the Master Himself. - Prophets may pour the oil, but only God provides the power. - Saul was anointed by Samuel, but rejecte...