His presence can bring breakthrough beyond what is humanly possible
These men were professional and experienced fisherman. If anyone could have brought success to fishing it would have been them. Professionals can usually bring the greatest opportunity for success. It is for this reason that when we need help in any area, we will usually seek out the help of a professional. If we are sick…
Success goes where His presence is
Success is where Jesus is. The most precious words for me in both these stories comes from the second story. It is a moment when the Disciples suddenly realise who it is that is speaking to them. John 21:7 … the disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord.” The moment we…
With the presence of God came the miracle
The arrival of Jesus and His presence is always the turning point in every situation. Here we see two similar stories with one major common thread – Jesus pitches up and everything changes. He is the turning point in each of our lives as Christians. In fact, He is the turning point of all of…
Beware of doing your own thing
John 21:3 Peter said to them, “I am going fishing.” They said to him, “We will also come with you.” These men were discouraged and frustrated and in that moment of weakness had decided to do their own thing. This was not an instruction that they had received from the Lord. They did what they…
The Importance of His presence in our lives (Part 2 of 2)
Luke 5:1-11 Now it happened that while the crowd was pressing around Him and listening to the word of God, He was standing by the lake of Gennesaret; and He saw two boats lying at the edge of the lake; but the fishermen had gotten out of them and were washing their nets. And He got…
The Importance of His presence in our lives (Part 1 of 2)
Luke 5:1-11 Now it happened that while the crowd was pressing around Him and listening to the word of God, He was standing by the lake of Gennesaret; and He saw two boats lying at the edge of the lake; but the fishermen had gotten out of them and were washing their nets. And He got…
The power of one church
What can we do to promote His church and the unity within the church? 1. Pray – prayer has the power to bring unity. 2. Help where you can – assist those who are in need. 3. Let us come together to fight our common enemy. Let us seek after and promote unity. ‘Behold, how…
What is our responsibility toward the church?
Have regard for the church. – Love the church just as Christ loved the church. – Hold the church in high esteem. – Understand that it is God’s chosen vehicle. Be a part and promote unity. – Get involved, get connected and embrace the process. – Don’t sit on the fringes. – Become an agent…
Better together – the importance of unity
God has given us different visions, callings and directions. All of these variations of ministry and calling remain a part of His church. The purpose of all these dimensions is to serve Him. When we unite with them, all together, we can accomplish more than what we could individually. We should be united in the purpose of growing and…
The end product is something beautiful
Ephesians 5:27 ‘He did this to present her to Himself as a glorious church without a spot or wrinkle or any other blemish. Instead, she will be holy and without fault.’ The end result, or the final outcome will be: 1. A Glorious Church. 2. Without spot or wrinkle or any other blemish. 3. Holy…