In an interesting sermon during morning session of Day 4 at our Mid-Year Conference, Pastor Segun Alemede delivered an impactful message rooted in 1 Corinthians 2:6-13, encouraging believers to deepen their spiritual walk and align their lives with divine truths.
Key Insights from Pastor Segun Alemede’s Sermon:
1. Don’t Play Down the Function of Jesus in Your Work of Faith
Pastor Segun began by emphasizing the centrality of Jesus in our faith journey. He reminded us that our faith finds its foundation and function in the person of Jesus Christ. Without Him, our efforts are in vain.
2. The Role of the Holy Spirit in Understanding Scripture
Drawing from Psalm 119:18-19, he illustrated how navigating Scripture without the Holy Spirit is like walking upside down. The Holy Spirit illuminates our understanding, revealing the depths of God’s Word.
3. The Crucifixion: Our Blessing in Disguise
Pastor Segun poignantly noted that while Jesus was being crucified, our blessing was His motive. This sacrificial act was driven by His love and focus on us.
4. The Focus of Jesus is You
He reiterated that we are at the heart of Jesus’ mission. Our significance is highlighted by the spiritual battles fought over us, indicating our value in the divine realm.
5. Spiritual Audacity
Believers possess a boldness that Satan cannot withstand. Our authority and confidence in Christ unsettle the enemy.
6. Understanding Mysteries
Mysteries are not called so because they are unreal but because they are not understood. Yielding to the Spirit of God unveils these mysteries, making nothing hidden from us.
7. Internal Beauty of the New Creation
Referencing Proverbs 20:27 and Proverbs 20:5, Pastor Segun explained that the beauty of the new creation is internally generated. The Spirit of God within us brings forth divine qualities and understanding.
8. The Language of the Spirit
Finding information in our spirit equates to discovering the language of the Spirit. It’s this spiritual insight that guides our lives.
9. Mind Renewal
Our physical actions are limited by our mental boundaries. Just as we feel discomfort when neglecting physical hygiene, we should feel uneasy when our minds are not renewed in Christ.
10. Embracing the Supernatural Begins with Identity
Embracing the supernatural starts with understanding our identity in Christ. Spiritual maturity is evidenced by our ability to compare spiritual things with spiritual, as stated in 1 Corinthians 2:13.
11. Knowledge of Identity: The First Bus Stop
The first step in our spiritual journey is knowing our identity in God. Without this foundation, we cannot fully participate in Christ’s activities.
12. Adopting Christ’s Identity
We must adopt the identity of Christ to align with His actions and purposes. Our identification with Him transforms our lives and empowers us to operate in the supernatural.
Conclusion
The morning session was a powerful reminder that embracing the supernatural requires a deep connection with Jesus, an understanding of our identity in Him, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. As we continue this conference, let us open our hearts to the divine mysteries and walk boldly in our God-given authority.
Stay tuned for more insights and revelations as we journey through the remaining sessions of our Mid-Year Conference.
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