Celebration Church Int'l podcast

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Joy is a Seed II ✨ He emphasized that the desire for enjoyment was created by God and He has created eternal pleasures for us in Him. Here are a few key notes from the sermon: 📌 In God’s presence, there is fullness of joy. True pleasure is found in God. He is our source of joy, and we should enjoy spending time in His presence—whether in prayer, worship, or fellowship. (Psalm 16:11) 📌 God created the desire for enjoyment. The longing for joy and fulfillment comes from God. He gave us the ability to experience pleasure in work, in relationships and in the things He has given us. (1 Timothy 6:17)📌 Joy and productivity go hand in hand. God’s presence doesn’t only bring joy, it equips us for profitable labor. Worship is not just in singing and dancing, it’s in the way we live. We worship God with our diligence in work and stewardship of resources. (Matthew 5:16) 📌 God is a happy God. The Bible calls God a blessed (happy) God. He delights in us, rejoices over us, and desires that we walk in His joy. (Zephaniah 3:17, 1 Timothy 1:11) 📌 Joy is part of our culture as believers. As believers joy is not optional, it’s a part of our identity. We have been designed us to be a happy people, and have been called to a life of joy. As we step into this new week, let’s remember to choose JOY. Walk in it, spread it, and let the world see the happiness of our Father reflected in us!…

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Joy is a Seed 45:36

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Joy is a Seed ✨ He emphasized that the desire for enjoyment was created by God and He has created eternal pleasures for us in Him. Here are a few key notes from the sermon: 📌 In God’s presence, there is fullness of joy. True pleasure is found in God. He is our source of joy, and we should enjoy spending time in His presence—whether in prayer, worship, or fellowship. (Psalm 16:11) 📌 God created the desire for enjoyment. The longing for joy and fulfillment comes from God. He gave us the ability to experience pleasure in work, in relationships and in the things He has given us. (1 Timothy 6:17)📌 Joy and productivity go hand in hand. God’s presence doesn’t only bring joy, it equips us for profitable labor. Worship is not just in singing and dancing, it’s in the way we live. We worship God with our diligence in work and stewardship of resources. (Matthew 5:16) 📌 God is a happy God. The Bible calls God a blessed (happy) God. He delights in us, rejoices over us, and desires that we walk in His joy. (Zephaniah 3:17, 1 Timothy 1:11) 📌 Joy is part of our culture as believers. As believers joy is not optional, it’s a part of our identity. We have been designed us to be a happy people, and have been called to a life of joy. As we step into this new week, let’s remember to choose JOY. Walk in it, spread it, and let the world see the happiness of our Father reflected in us!…

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MasterPeace 1:21:55

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In the school of the Spirit, there’s a way to respond. You can be a master in the subject of peace. You can become more fluent in the language of faith. Colossians 3:15 tells us to let the peace of God rule in our hearts and this means two things: 1. Peace is not an event. It’s not out of your control. 2. Peace is up to you. You can give it permission. You can decide that you’re going to allow peace reign. A perfect example is Jesus Christ on the cross. Luke 23:28 ✨ There’s a level of training required in mastering peace. If the Bible tells you “let peace reign” (Colossians 3:15), it’s because it’s possible. MISTAKES MANY CHURCHES MAKE IN THE NAME OF DEMONSTRATION OF FAITH 1. We deny facts in the name of faith. Be like Jesus in Matthew 26:38 2. We’re not trained to expect challenges We do not know what tomorrow holds. Instead you ought to say, “If the Lord wills, we shall live and do this or that.” (James 4:14-15) Like Jesus, you must have the humility in prayer where you say “nevertheless, not as I will, but as You will.” Matthew 26:39 THREE THINGS YOU’LL PROBABLY EXPERIENCE AT SOME POINT IN YOUR LIFE: 1. Being financially broke The revelation of the Rehoboth is not complete until you know how to move on from losses. Genesis 26:22; 1 Timothy 6:17. 2. Sickness You will need your strength to stand and fight. Philippians 2:25-28. When you hear bad news, rehearse your response. 3. Heartbreak This is beyond romantic heartbreaks. At some point in your life, people will disappoint you. Learn to handle it. HERE’S HOW TO MASTER PEACE 📍 Rehearse what you can control God showed Joseph the years of famine that would come. Joseph didn’t “pray it away” but started planning. ✨ Have a good savings culture. It is part of stewardship to the Lord not to spend it all. Budget generosity. Don’t eat your capital or give it away. Manage what you can control and embrace what’s beyond your control. There are some things only God can intervene and that’s okay. WAYS GOD EXPECT YOU TO HANDLE TOUGH TIMES 1. Remember His faithfulness in the past To do otherwise is to be of little faith. Matthew 16:10-11. ✨ God expects you to look into your past and find evidence of his faithfulness, wear it like an armor, and brag against Goliath. 2. Worship You worship because: 📍 You trust his providence 📍 You trust his power ✨ No matter what you’re going through, it’s a small thing for God. There’s nothing He cannot do or change. Nothing is too difficult for him. James 1:2. Habakkuk 3:17 3. Remember he works creative miracles What seems insufficient can multiply. There’s an act of Joy that’s only by faith. Job 38:7. You see God working behind the scenes, so you respond by faith. As you continue with the rest of this week, remember that peace is not something out of your control. It can be mastered!…

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Deeper Dublin - Day 2 - Honoring God Through Action and Hospitality 35:59

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Honoring God Through Action and Hospitality 🔅 We learned that while prayer invokes favor, it is the work of our hands that God blesses (Luke 4:24-27). We learned that honor and hospitality are key to unlocking God’s blessings in our lives. God’s promises may not be fulfilled unless we walk in honor (Luke 24:28-29). We were reminded that we often encounter spirit beings, even angels and that our hospitality can have a powerful impact. 🔅 One of the biggest secrets of success is God is moving in a ministry in your midst and you partake in it. The biggest hack for divine blessing is siding with God. When you see God doing something, side with God. 🔅 We also learnt from Jesus teaching in Matthew 10:40, that when we receive someone in His name, we receive a prophet’s reward. How we treat God’s messengers matters deeply to Him. 🔅 We were encouraged to actively participate in what God is doing around us, not waiting for a special call. Generosity, whether financial or through hospitality, attracts God’s favor and angels. We were reminded to be part of where God is moving.…

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Deeper Dublin - Day 2 - How not to Backslide 1:03:01

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How not to backslide: 🔸 Opening text: Genesis chapter 3 🔅 Ungodly exposure. (Genesis 3:22) There is a type of company we should not keep. What did God mean when he named the tree; the knowledge of good or evil? (Deuteronomy 1:39) The devil has done evil and God witnessed it. God does not want his children to experience it. Even though we are a people of prayer, there are somethings we are better off not knowing or experiencing. 🔅 The devils strategy is to make us feel a life of boundary is a life of restrictions. What is for our protection should not be seen as a restriction. The devil can make you feel like you are missing something. When the devil begins to change your perspective, or when the devil gets somebody who has influence over you, we must be able to see the devil far off and shut the door. How to protect your Christian fervent: C - conviction R - religion A - assimilation F - fellowship T - training 🔹 Conviction - You must know the Bible. Attend a church that takes knowledge seriously to be a person of conviction. To protect your conviction, you must have a system. Take devotion seriously. (Daniel 1:18 - consecration) 🔹 Religion - Life always impacts lifestyle. 🔹 Assimilation - the word Zerubabel means planted in Babylon. Don’t be small. 🔹 Fellowship - You will do better in the company of like minds. (Hebrews 10:25) What makes you a strong Christian are the days you don’t feel like praying and yet you do! Your safety is in company. 🔹 Training - In every environment we must follow (Matthew 28:19) Power is for witnesses.…

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Deeper Dublin - Day 1 59:52

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There are two miraculous encounters we should expect in every meeting: 🔹 El Eoi meaning God sees us. In every meeting, we should expect it to be so perfectly tailored by kairos that it feels like it was designed just for you. There is a deeper direction and a greater dimension. 🔹 There is Peniel - I have seen God face to face. When God sees you, your situation changes and When you see God, you change. In the book of Isiah 53:12 (Jesus surrendered himself to die) The question now is why? What is the purpose of Christ? Why did He die for us? Isiah prophesied; 🔸 for our iniquities, 🔸 for our transgressions, 🔸 and by his stripes we are healed. 🔹 Jesus' stripes gave us access to the Father. He that sins, is a servant of sin. Romans 5:1-2 (we boast in Christ Jesus. What Christ has done should give us boldness, audacity) The Lord has given us access. 🔹 Forgiveness of sins. The gift of God is eternal life. He died our death. (Ephesians 1:7)…

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The Joy Of The Lord 1:05:48

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The Joy of the Lord. He emphasized the importance of protecting our joy, and while we may face situations that trigger anger or sadness beyond our control, we can always control our response. People may hurt us, but we must take ownership of our reactions and safeguard our joy. (Nehemiah 6:3) 6 Things to Know About Biblical Joy; 📌 Joy is a possession. It is an asset that must be protected. No matter the situation, your response should reflect joy. (John 16:22) 📌 Joy is faith in the providence of God. Trust that all things work together for your good. (Romans 8:28; Genesis 50:20) 📌 Joy is our difference. Your joy is powered by Christ. If you have Christ, you have everything. (Romans 14:17; James 1:2-3)📌 Pain must be expected. To truly demonstrate the joy of the Lord, trials and tribulations are inevitable. (John 16:33; Psalm 23:4) 📌 Joy is our decision and perspective. There is always something to be thankful for. Joy is a choice. Set joy before you always. (Hebrews 12:2; Colossians 3:1-2) 📌 Joy is within us. The fruit of the Spirit is joy. (Galatians 5:22; Psalm 16:11; John 16:33) The joy of the Lord is your strength! Choose to exude joy every day.✨…

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My Marriage Must Work 1:01:45

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Three things to draw from Genesis about marriage: 1. To have a happy home, you must be ready to die to self. A good home must be borne out of a dead man. Genesis 2:21. You cannot truly love another selflessly and rightly according to God's standards until you die to self. You must practice forgiveness and forgive even those who do not deserve forgiveness. Ephesians 4:32. You must learn to lose a battle to win a war: pick your battles. It is part of oneness that you let go of your privileges. 2. Purpose: God gave Adam a job before he gave him a spouse which points to the fact that one of the ways to have a happy home is to get an office. Genesis 2:15. God did not design us to be idle, if you are, you are straining from God's natural order because Idleness is dangerous. Build support systems for each other apart from each other. Find wise older women to befriend and find wise older men for your husband to befriend. 3. Man is the head of the home: psychologically, when a woman is with the right man, she’ll let him lead. Ephesians 5:22, Colossians 3:18-22. Don’t marry a man whose leadership you do not trust. 4. There is a level of sacrifice and empathy required to make marriage work. When you notice that you’re falling out of love, you need to learn that love is a command. Acting like a man “in love” he became in love. Look at your woman and “call her” what you want her to be. Call your partner what God has called them. Change your perspective. Be a doer and not just a hearer.…

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Philophobia - How to Handle Heartbreaks 1:19:13

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PHILOPHOBIA - the fear of falling in love. This is the fear of vulnerability or emotional dependence. It makes you want to avoid relationships or end relationships abruptly due to fear that things are beginning to get deep. Key points to note: 📍 Foreknowledge is not the same as predestination. The fact that God knows that something will happen doesn't mean that he has destined for it to happen. 📍 God is sovereign and has also given man free will. Both can coexist. This sovereign God respects that free will to the degree that he wants all men to be saved. But not all men are. Luke 19. 📍 Understanding that even Jesus respects free will can guide you in navigating relationships. No matter how much you love people, they will be product of their own choices. THINGS HEARTBREAK AFFECTS ✨ The need for pleasure ✨ The need for connection ✨ The need for control ✨ The need for esteem The only way forward is to accept the Providence of God - to trust him with the outcomes of your life. When your heart is broken, remember Psalm 147:3 - He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds…

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FAQs About Biblical Marraiges 1:23:34

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FAQs About Biblical Marriages Teacher: Apostle Emmanuel Iren 📌 Does God choose spouses for people? 🔸As a person, you are to ensure that the fundamental principles that a marriage should be hinged on are still present. For instance, the other person should choose you, and be attracted to you. It takes more than a divine choice for a marriage to work. 📌 When you get a divine leading that seems to contradict moral order, it’s normal to ask “How shall these things be?” 🔸 That’s the difference between Zechariah and Mary. They both asked the same question, but Zechariah was married so he was supposed to be expecting a child because they had prayed for one. So his asking the Angel was a sign of unbelief. Mary on the other hand was not married yet so it was okay for her to ask the question. 📌 Beware of manipulation. Many people try to manipulate other people who may not be on their social level by subscribing to a higher power. 🔸 In Hosea 3: 1, we see that God instructed Hosea to love his wife, rather than being dictatorial. This means that there is a need to establish friendship and love. 📌 Being married to a Christian spouse doesn’t take away the hard work in marriage. Anointed people can quarrel, hence the reason you need to end up with an emotionally mature person. Don’t allow people to use God as an excuse to abuse you. 📌 “God said” does not take away the hard work of marriage. It doesn’t make it any easier. In Acts 13: 2- we see that even though it was the Holy Ghost that separated Paul and Barnabas, they had a fallout and the contention was sharp. 📌 How did the man realize that he needed a help meet? In the process of naming the animals, Adam knew he needed a help meet. He named each animal, male and female, and then Adam realized there was no second of his kind. 🔸 God knows how to lead us in a way that we realize that what we want for ourselves is what he wants for us. 📌 Can a Pastor choose for you? 🔸 On the authority of God’s word, a pastor can tell you who to not marry, but for key decisions in your life, you need to learn to hear God for yourself. 📌 On confirmation In a family, God doesn’t speak to only you when it comes to decisions that will affect everyone in a family. There’s every biblical justification to seek confirmation from the Word. The same angel that spoke to Mary, spoke to Joseph as well. 🔸 You’re allowed to ask for clarifications when you don’t understand because God is dependable when it comes to communication. He is faithful. 📌 How then do I choose the right spouse? Proverbs 31 wasn’t written to women. It was directed to a man to teach him to know how to choose. As a man, this is who you should choose, and as a woman, this is the kind of wife you should be: 🔸 A woman who knows how to watch her words - Proverbs 31:26. “She opens her mouth with wisdom and on her tongue is the law of kindness.” A woman or ma who is brash with her/his words will not be beautiful or handsome to you. As a woman, you should learn to regulate your emotions. 🔸 Loyalty - Proberbs31:11 “The heart of her husband safely trusts her.” As a woman, no man should observe you and think he can easily get in between your relationship. Even if you respect many men, prioritize your partner. 🔸 A homemaker - Proverbs 31:21 “She is not afraid of snow for her household, for all her household is clothed with scarlet.” Don’t delegate everything to a house help as a mother. Get to know your children and spend time with your family. 🔸 An industrious woman - Proverbs 31:16 “She considers a field and buys it; From her profits she plants a vineyard.” And to the men, don’t embrace all the perks of leadership, without sacrifice. Proverbs 31:23 Only a good man will get a Proverbs 31 woman.…

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Storm Proof 1:38:49

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Storm Proof Pst Laju began by teaching that in marriage, storms, and trials will come and that is why it is important to prepare ahead of time. She noted that our preparation must come from a place of victory and not fear. She emphasized the importance of choosing right because as much as marriage is meant for us, we must also be Kingdom-minded in our choosing ( Malachi 2 vs 13-15). 📝 7 ways to stormproof your marriage: 📍Foundation: Our mindset about marriage must be based on the word of God rightly divided. It is also important to invest in knowledge and prepare adequately by reading books and listening to sound teachers (Proverbs 24:3, Mathew 7: 24-27). 📍 Discernment: Discernment would protect you from the wrong advisors. The way to fight the enemy is to stand in peace, it is part of warfare (Mathew 5:9, 2 Corinthians 2:11). 📍Communication: In communicating, we must ensure that we listen to understand and not to respond while also keeping in mind that the way we talk, is just as important as what we say. We must also learn to communicate by the wisdom of the spirit ( Genesis 18:6, James 1:19 ). 📍Commitment: Love anticipates storms and looks out for ways to navigate them and not from a place of fear. Get fear out, get knowledgeable, and learn to commit rightly (1 Corinthians 13:4). 📍Oneness: Ephesians 5 vs 29 Oneness means believing in your spouse. Some parts of oneness are instantaneous while many parts are in process (Philippians 4:8). 📍Christ: If you go with God, you will always win. Put God at the center of your home. Apart from the relationship with your spouse, there should be a relationship with God (Mathew 8:25-26, Ecclesiastes 4:12). 📍Purpose: Marriage is your good and also the good of the kingdom. The purpose of marriage is companionship and raising Godly seeds (Malachi 2:13-15, Ecclesiastes 4:9).…

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Samson - Strong People, Poor Decisions 1:13:01

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Samson: Strong People Poor Decisions. There are life skills that are required to succeed in all aspects of life. Skills like marketing, finance, communication, emotional intelligence, and self-control. 📌 Emphasizing self-control, he mentioned that one of the ways to avoid sexual immorality is to marry. (1 Cor 7:2-5) 📌 The devil always finds a way to make you step out of the protection that God has placed over you. (Num 31:16) Things to learn from the Samson story 📍Genius is context-specific: Invest in knowledge, learn your limits, and get better in specific areas 📍The success makes you think you are invincible. (Judges 16:4-5, 17, Judges 6:8-9, judges 10) 📌 The devil does not come like a monster, he comes in such a way that makes you question your consecrations, some of which are: • Good advice • Scientific opinion • Behavioural science 📌 Things to do to help your self-control • Change your environment (both virtual and physical) • Control the exposure • Create a system of accountability You have a part to play in the fulfillment of prophecy, one major part is your self-discipline.…

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The Marriage Business 59:32

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Marriage is a Business Decision. Choosing a life partner based solely on physical appearance or optics is a serious mistake. Here are key takeaways from the sermon: 📍 Marriage impacts your health, career, and overall well-being. 📍 50% of women experience a financial decline after divorce, proving that marriage is indeed a business decision. 📍 Adopt the business term KYC (Know Your Customer) when choosing a partner — Know Your Partner (KYP). 📍 Marriage itself isn’t bad; it becomes what the people in it make of it. Questions to Ask Your Potential Partner directly or indirectly 📌 Are there hereditary illnesses in your family, or have you had any major medical surgeries? 📌 How many children do you want to have? 📌 Are you in any financial debt? 📌 How do our goals align, and who will care for the children? 📌 What’s your personality type?…

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Love Filter - How to Choose a Spouse 1:00:07

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Love Filter: How to Choose a Spouse. 🔥 Marriage isn’t just built on emotions; it requires wisdom, clarity, and God’s guidance. 📌 Pastor Laju highlighted 12 common mistakes people make when choosing a spouse: * Assuming they don’t have a choice: If you’re unaware of your options, you’ll likely make the wrong decision. * Becoming obsessed with the chase: The thrill of pursuit should never replace discernment (Eccl 2:10). * Not embracing singleness: Marriage requires two whole individuals. Knowing your purpose helps you choose wisely.* Listening to the wrong advisors: The voices you heed can shape your decisions (2 Sam 13:2). * Misunderstanding time: It’s not about how fast, but how well. * Having a wrong understanding of marriage: Marriage is an opportunity to serve your spouse, serve the Lord, and grow into Christlikeness. * Trying to escape trauma: Heal before stepping into a relationship to avoid repeating past cycles. * Choosing based on superficial vibes: Set realistic expectations beyond surface attraction. * Bowing to pressure: Ask yourself, “Can I live with this for the rest of my life?” Marriage shouldn’t be about pleasing others. * Not involving God: Every life decision should be rooted in His wisdom. * When God cannot be involved: If your relationship doesn’t honour God, it’s not His will. * Assuming a failed relationship means personal failure: A setback isn’t the end of your love story. Choose wisely—with God, wise counsel, and someone who genuinely chooses you.…

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Love Code Conference USA - Marriage Is A Business Decision 1:16:57

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