BY PASTOR T. O. BANSO During Christmas, people give and receive gifts. Many people celebrate Christmas but are more concerned about the gifts they give or receive, and the social and commercial activities of the season. Only a few people understand the essence of Christmas and its relevance to the…
BY PASTOR T. O. BANSO Gratitude is the right attitude. Showing gratitude is essential, particularly showing gratitude to God. Not everybody shows gratitude. Some people are ungrateful, no matter what you do for them. Unfortunately, some Christians are guilty of ingratitude, both to God and human beings. This can be…
BY PASTOR T. O. BANSO The Greek word for disciple (noun) is mathétés, which also means a learner or pupil. In the New Testament, a disciple mainly refers to a follower of Jesus Christ. During His earthly ministry, Jesus had many disciples or followers from whom He chose twelve and called…
BY PASTOR T. O. BANSO “Therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, dear friends!” (Philippians 4:1 NIV). In different verses, the Bible tells the believer to stand firm. This command, along with others,…
BY PASTOR T. O. BANSO “Beware of false teachers who come disguised as harmless sheep, but are wolves and will tear you apart” (Matthew 7:15 TLB). Matthew 16:6-7 says, “Then Jesus said to them, ‘Take heed and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and the Sadducees.’ And they reasoned among…
