Ebenezer Okronipa

Theme: One Night with Love: Building a Glorious Marriage

Scriptural References:

• Hebrews 13:4

• 2 Corinthians 6:14

• Proverbs 31:30

• 1 John 4:7-8

• Proverbs 18:21

• Ephesians 4:29

• Proverbs 4:23

Reasons for Marriage:

• Coitus (Hebrews 13:4)

• Companionship

• Procreation

• Divine Purposes

Types of Love Needed in Marriage:

• Storge (Family Love)

• Agape (Unconditional Love)

Mistakes to Avoid for a Glorious Marriage:

• Marrying Someone Thinking They Will Change

• Marrying Someone with Different Beliefs and Convictions (2 Corinthians 6:14)

• Marrying Solely Based on Physical Features (Proverbs 31:30)

• Marrying Someone with Different Goals and Aspirations

Electronics of Love:

• God is the Source of Love (1 John 4:7-8)

• Communication and Understanding (Proverbs 18:21, Ephesians 4:29)

• Conflict Resolution

• Building Goodwill

• Intimacy

Protecting the Relationship:

• Guarding Your Heart (Proverbs 4:23)

• Transformers

• Earthing

Theme: Jesus, the Person of Grace

Scriptural References:

• Titus 2:11-12

• John 1:1, 14-15

• Luke 4:18

• 1 John 1:1

• Romans 5:17

• Matthew 1

Key Points:

• Grace is a person, Jesus Christ.

• Your level of communication is limited by your level of revelation (1 John 1:1).

• Grace is not just a concept or spiritual substance, but a person embodied in Jesus.

Characteristics of Jesus' Grace:

• Imperfect ancestry, but perfect grace (Matthew 1).

• Compassion and mercy.

5 Ways to Respond to God's Grace:

• Receive His Grace: Accept God's gift of grace.

• Appreciate the Grace: Recognize and value God's grace.

• Be Conscious of the Grace: Be aware of God's grace in your life.

• Extend the Grace: Show love, help, and generosity to others.

• Proclaim Grace: Preach the gospel to share God's grace with others.

Theme: Putting God First

 

Scriptural References:

• Proverbs 3:5

• James 4:16

• Malachi 3:10

• Matthew 10:37

• Luke 14:26

• 1 Corinthians 10:31

• Colossians 3:2

10 Key Areas to Put God First:

• Heart and Mind: Thoughts, desires, and soul (intellect, emotions, will)

• Decision and Plans: Led by God, not self (Proverbs 3:5, James 4:16)

• Finances and Resources: Tithing and generosity (Malachi 3:10)

• Time and Priority: Through prayer, Word of God, kingdom service, and soul winning

• Our Relationships: Loving God more than family and friends (Matthew 10:37, Luke 14:26)

• Work and Services: Doing everything for God's glory (1 Corinthians 10:31)

• Suffering and Hardship: Trusting God in difficult times

• Witness and Evangelism: Sharing God's love with others

• Worship and Devotion: Prioritizing time with God

• Eternal Perspectives: Focusing on heaven, not earth (Colossians 3:2)

Prayer: May God grant us the heart to put Him first. Amen.

THE FIRST OF EVERYTHING BELONGS TO THE LORD: THE POWER OF FIRSTFRUITS