Have you ever asked yourself this question: “If Jesus died and rose again after three days, where exactly did He go during that time? Was it heaven or was it hell?"
Jesus not only conquered Sin and Death but he also had to conquer the Grave because THE GRAVE IS WHERE RESURRECTION BEGINS.
Resurrection takes a Man from Captivity to Liberty and Freedom in Christ.
You are translated from Darkness to Light; from Death to Life and from Weakness to Strength.
Resurrection takes a Man from Ignorance to Wisdom through Christ who is the Wisdom of God.
Philippians 3:10
Why is the resurrection of Jesus so important that it is the central doctrine of the Christian Faith?
Why is our Faith not just in who Jesus is but what Jesus did?
One major fact about Resurrection is that all men and women will experience it and it’s either to be with God or to experience Eternal Damnation.
Acts 24:15 which was a statement made by Apostle Paul reads and I quote “Having a hope in God, which they themselves also accept, that there will be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and the unjust”.
It is impossible to understand the Resurrection until you understand four important concepts: SIN, DEATH, HELL and the GRAVE.
The Sin of Man is what gave Death the license and power to kill because God had said previously that “For in the day that thou eat this fruit, thou shalt surely die”.
Philippians 3:10
Have you ever gone through a life situation where you had to suffer blame or endure pain just to repair a fractured relationship with a loved one?
What you know about Jesus is important but what you believe about Jesus is equally important and fundamental because it strengthens your conviction about God, his Word and his promises over your life.
The Gospel of Jesus Christ is not first a call to be a church member, but a call to have a one on one relationship with Jesus. True fellowship with the body of Christ is what flows from this personal relationship with Christ.
The death of Jesus is an expression of God’s Love for humankind. It was out of love that God sent his only son to pay the price for our sins.
Philippians 3:10
Why did Jesus have to come to earth to die for mankind and why was he the perfect sacrifice for the sin of mankind?
Why did the restoration of man have to involve the shedding of blood?
God made man in his image and gave him authority over creation to reflect his righteous rule while being connected to him as their source.
Just the way a fish cannot do without water and a tree cannot do without the earth, Man was created to be connected to God as his source, sustainer and shield.
Death is when the Spirit of God is disconnected from the spirit of man and man is isolated from God.
The Good News is that the dominion of the kingdom of God now resides in humans through the Spirit of God within.
Philippians 3:10
Are you walking in the newness of life that comes with the resurrection power of Christ?
What does it mean for you to appropriate the victory of Christ in your own life?
Have you fully reckoned yourself as crucified with Christ?
How does living in this truth change your perspective on temptation and sin?
The celebration of Easter is not a religious ceremony, rather, it’s a commemoration of the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ and the consequent victory we now have on account of his finished work.
As a believer in Christ you need to reckon within yourself that you have been raised up with Christ and it is no longer you that is living, it is now Christ that is living through you by Faith.
Philippians 3:10
For how long will you keep blaming others for where you are in life?
What if the very peace you seek lies on the other side of letting go?
Sometimes you have to intentionally face the truth and take responsibility for your life even if you were a victim of trauma.
This is not because you want to prove a point or you want to please your neighbor but because of your peace of mind.
You no longer want your mind to be a victim of your past and so you choose to make a decision not to dwell on it again.
Don’t be too quick to respond. Learn how to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Our emotions are like water, depending on the seasons it can change.
Hebrews 12:15
What role does forgiveness play in the healing process of an individual who has been hurt?
What are some biblical principles or strategies for overcoming bitterness and how can we apply them in practical ways to our everyday lives?
Learn to admit that you are hurt, broken or struggling emotionally. It doesn't mean you are weak, it just means you have decided to let go of it and let God step in.
There is something about verbalizing what you are going through to another person that does wonders that can’t be explained. Although the balance is that when it comes to sharing our personal experiences we must learn to use wisdom.
You have to learn to forgive yourself and move on. Stop punishing yourself for something that no longer exists in the sight of God.
Hebrews 12:15
Can you truly heal from what you refuse to acknowledge?
If ignoring pain could erase it, why do so many people still struggle with emotional wounds from years ago?
The process of healing emotional wounds is not something that happens overnight. God already knows what is in your heart, but He still wants you to bring it to Him because acknowledging your pain is a vital step in the healing process.
Hebrews 12:15
If 95% of the time people don’t intend to hurt us, isn’t it worth questioning our own perceptions before reacting?
Could it be that the offense you feel is more about your emotional state than the actual actions of others?
In most cases, you cannot control how others will act or react towards you, but you can control your actions and reactions towards them and the irony is that this is the foundation of emotional maturity.
Those who have been deeply hurt often find themselves searching for the perfect partner, the perfect colleagues, the perfect neighborhood, the perfect church, the perfect pastor, and so on.
However, as long as we live in this human body, the perfection we seek will remain unattainable.
Hebrews 12:15
Why do so many people carry the weight of past mistakes, even when they were the victims?
Could it be that the anger we express toward others is actually rooted in unresolved pain within us?
Learn to separate what you do from who you are. You can make mistakes in life, but don't let them define your identity or rob you of self-love to reflect the nature and character of Christ.
Psalm 118:24
How do we handle situations where our emotions are valid, but our reaction could hurt others?
What role does self-awareness play in emotional healing and forgiveness?
How can we create a culture of open communication to prevent misunderstandings that lead to bitterness?
What does it mean to partner with the Holy Spirit in emotional healing?
How do you navigate the tension between faith and emotions when healing is slow?
Forgiveness is a process and healing doesn’t happen instantly. Be patient as your emotions catch up with your decisions.
Psalm 118:24
If healing is available, why do we sometimes choose to stay wounded?
What if the person we need to forgive the most is ourselves?
Can we truly love others if we haven’t first accepted God’s love for us?
We were created to have a mind where our will, emotions and intellect resides. This is what makes it easy for us to love, to cry, to feel pain and a lot more. Jesus wept, Jesus was hungry, Jesus was tired, Jesus at some point showed anger towards those who were selling in the temple etc.
This reveals that even as believers in Christ we must not deny the existence of our emotions or feel guilty because of them. We are to deny the emotions the right to rule us, but we are not to deny that it exists.
Psalm 118:24
Are you making quality decisions that will move you closer to actualizing your goals this year?
What faulty mindsets and belief systems do you need to replace to achieve true transformation?
Am I becoming the kind of person I would want to be friends with?
Be the kind of person you want to attract by showing kindness, generosity, and integrity
Don’t just pray for destiny helpers, also seek to be a destiny helper to others by supporting and uplifting those around you.
Surround yourself with people who challenge you, inspire you, and help you preserve your values and purpose.
Psalm 118:24
What does a new year truly mean beyond just setting goals and making resolutions?
How do we prioritize what truly matters in life instead of focusing on less important things?
Why is it important to search out God’s purpose for our lives and align our decisions accordingly?
What role does scripture play in guiding our decisions for the new year?
Cultivate a lifestyle of gratitude and contentment, appreciating each day as a gift while striving to make the most of it.
Why should we take our spiritual lives seriously as we step into a new year or a new season?
Psalm 118:24
Is the year really new? Does it come with an automatic change of behavior or habit?
Would all my mistakes and regrets from the last year be erased in a new year? How do I make the most of a new year, a new month, a new week and even a new day?
Recognize that every day is a new opportunity given by God. Make it a habit to be intentional with how you use each day, treating every day as a special gift.
Be intentional in maximizing every opportunity that comes your way, whether it's a new day, week, month or year. Don’t wait for the "perfect" moment—take action now.
Acknowledge that it’s not enough to enter a new year or season with good intentions; actively take responsibility for your behavior, habits, and decisions, seeking to make improvements where necessary.
As the year begins or any new season begins, take time to recommit, reorder and realign yourself in faithfulness to your goals and God’s plan for your life.
Psalm 118:24
Birthdays are a time for celebration, but they are also a time for reflection. As I transition into my 26th year, here are 25 life lessons that I have learnt along the way that have shaped who I am today.
Honestly, these lessons are not universal truths:— they are personal and born from my own journey and so it shouldn’t be seen as a doctrine.
Nonetheless my hope is that they resonate with you, spark a reflection within you, and maybe even inspire you to think about your own life lessons.
Have you ever felt like you’re trying your best to love people, but someone still manages to hurt you deeply?
Can I still be a victim of bitterness as a believer in Christ?
Why is it so easy to spot the flaws in others but so hard to admit our own?
Why is it so hard to admit when we’re holding onto bitterness, even to ourselves?
Do you ever feel like the people who hurt you have way too much control over your emotions?
How often do we let pride stop us from letting go and moving on?
Hebrews 12:14-16
Have you ever felt your heart grow cold or uneasy in the presence of someone without fully understanding why?
What do you think triggers those negative emotions when certain people come around—could it be unresolved issues or past experiences?
Is it possible that carrying unresolved bitterness affects not only your mood but your spiritual journey as well?
How often do we overlook the subtle roots of bitterness growing within us, only to see their impact later?
What would it look like if you fully surrendered your habits, attitudes, and emotions to God’s sanctifying work?
Hebrews 12:14-16
How does understanding God’s sovereignty as allowing for human freedom influence our sense of moral responsibility?
How does the concept of God’s patience (as during the time of Noah) influence our understanding of His character and judgment?
If God’s judgments in the Old Testament are seen as righteous, how should we interpret divine justice under the New Testament covenant of grace?
If God’s sovereignty includes working through human choices, even sinful ones, how might this affect our perspective on repentance and forgiveness?
If God’s actions are always just, what does that imply about situations where He permits suffering or hardship?
Colossians 1:16
If we understand God to be both just and merciful, should we not consider His judgments as integral to His love?
If God is the giver of life, does He not also have the authority to take it according to His wisdom?
If God has the power to create life, would it be inconsistent for Him to exercise judgment, including death, in alignment with His perfect justice?
Does the existence of judgment negate God’s mercy, or might it instead reveal a God who balances justice with love?
Could God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility co-exist?
Colossians 1:16–17