Christians who do not tithe are in a very poor place spiritually. They are not using their faith in the least thing, they are rebelling against a simple command, and they will be unstable people. I want you all to grow spiritually which is why I am talking about tithing. There are a number ofContinue reading “The Glorious Power of the Tithe 09: The Sorry State of Non-Tithers Part 1 – Disloyalty”
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An Open Letter Regarding HEAL THE NATIONS
Heal the Nations is our annual conference. On Wed 20th August, our second Heal the Nations kicks off. We have an amazing array of guest speakers and we have a great worship leader. We also have great ushers and hospitality people—a massive thanks for everyone who is involved. I really love and appreciate you andContinue reading “An Open Letter Regarding HEAL THE NATIONS”
Difficult Verses 5: 1 John 5.16
Someone emailed me this week asking about the meaning of 1 John 5.16, saying it had always been a puzzling verse to them. And I agreed – it is a strange verse. Read it for yourself in the KJV: If any man see his brother sin a sin which is not unto death, he shall ask,Continue reading “Difficult Verses 5: 1 John 5.16”
Difficult Verses 4: 1 John 1.9
Well, thanks to the people who suggested this verse as a difficult verse they want an explanation on. I will do my best to help you grasp what this verse is saying. The verse says this: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse usContinue reading “Difficult Verses 4: 1 John 1.9”
Difficult Verses 2: Hebrews 12.14
Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord: (Hebrews 12.14) This verse is one of the verses that is used to condemn people all the time. If you are not holy, you will not see the Lord. It’s often taken two ways: firstly, if you are not holyContinue reading “Difficult Verses 2: Hebrews 12.14”
5 Benefits of a Multi-Cultural, Multi-National, Multi-Ethnic Church!
One of the greatest joys in my life is pastoring a church that has over 20 nationalities present in any given weekend. That’s awesome. I think if you have a monocultural church in London you are doing something wrong. I love the variety and the life that this exposes us to. Here are 5 ofContinue reading “5 Benefits of a Multi-Cultural, Multi-National, Multi-Ethnic Church!”
3 Kinds of People Who Leave Your Church
Sometimes people leave your church! Some leave quietly, suddenly skulking away; others leave with a song and a dance and with maximum drama slamming the door loudly on their way out making sure everyone and their dog knows exactly why they are leaving and why the glory has now departed from your fellowship.Continue reading “3 Kinds of People Who Leave Your Church”
This is Your Year!
Today, God has given you a gift. A gift that He has given everyone on the planet. A gift of time. A gift of 365 days. Although the charismatic prophets will be telling you this is the year of this and that – breakthrough, financial release, the wealthy place, the abundant return – andContinue reading “This is Your Year!”
Excerpt from Rivers and Wells (Pastor Benjamin’s book on the anointing)
This passage is an excerpt from Pastor Benjamin’s book RIvers and Wells. The book can be purchased here. On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, outContinue reading “Excerpt from Rivers and Wells (Pastor Benjamin’s book on the anointing)”
10 Ways to Destroy a Church
10. Never be willing to do anything to help. See the church as a provider of a service, not a community you are part of. Never step up to taking responsibility, always see yourself as a tenant not an owner! 9. Expect everyone to notice you and what you contribute. If they fail to noticeContinue reading “10 Ways to Destroy a Church”
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