Bishop Prof. Julius O. Soyinka

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...

Turning your Trap to Triumph Study Text:  Psalm 7:15–16 Introduction: - David, the sweet psalmist of Israel, understood that the God of justice never allows the wicked to escape unpunished. -  Evil may appear to prosper for a time, but in due season, the wicked reap what they sow.  - Psalm 7:15–16 paints a vivid picture: the trap set for the righteous often ensnares the wicked themselves. - Beloved, this is a spiritual law. The pit digger becomes the pit dweller. The hunter becomes the hunted. The accuser becomes the accused. The wicked cannot escape the boomerang of divine justice. - We shall be discussing the sermon under three subheadings:  1. The Plot of the Wicked: The Pit Prepared  2. The Principle of Reversal: The Trap Turns  3. The Portion of the Righteous: Divine Preservation  1. The Plot of the Wicked: The Pit Prepared - The psalmist says, “He made a pit, and digged it…” - Pits represent traps, conspiracies, evil schemes, and satanic setups. ...

“Lift Up Your Head, O Ye Gates” Study Text: Psalm 24:7–10 Introduction: - The power of the spoken Word of God is effective in breaking down barriers and granting access where the enemy has shut us out. - Every life has gates and doors, which are spiritual entry points that determine access, possession, and progress. - Many destinies are locked up behind gates of ancestral bondage, satanic embargoes, or self-imposed limitations. - But today, God’s Word declares: “Lift up your heads, O ye gates!”  This is a command for every stubborn barrier to give way to the King of Glory. - We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings: 1.  The Picture of the Gates 2.  The Pronouncement against the Gates 3.  The Personalities behind the Gates  1. The Picture of the Gates - Gates are entry and exit points responsible for controlling access. - In the spirit realm, gates represent: 1.  Foundational strongholds: These include ancestral covenants, and family altars. ...