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[CI Magic @chideisaac]

@ucheedwin20 @I_am_wALscALEZz @therealchurchg1 If you will actually read what everyone has been trying to explain to you, what you just typed here is what the pastor was saying in his sermon. What has been copped into this post is the part where he is giving an example of how corrupt the system is. Watch the whole sermon.

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

Growing up, we used to really look forward to opening/closing ceremonies for World cup and Olympics. Now, even as an adult, I can't watch this Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony.

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

https://t.co/b6j2Hk4qcG

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

This is the point where we say the flesh gave way and you drew strength from your spirit and you can go on like this for hours more.

This is both a reminder to plan for a prayer stretch and a pointer that even in this your body, you have reserve strength.

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

Today was my second day at the gym, and I was reminded about a principle in prayer.

So, the gym has this equipment that’s like a cross between a bicycle and the treadmill.

Just like day one, as I got on it today, it was hard,

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

Now, how does this relate to prayer?

If you’ve ever done a prayer stretch, you know that once you hit your usual mark (whatever timeframe that is for you), you begin to feel like you’re legit going to die, and then, the moment you push past it, you find a rush of strength

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

@InibeheEffiong How you feel as a result of the conduct of some clergy men is valid.

What’s also valid is the word of God, and I’m sure you remember the Bible’s instruction to not forsake the gathering of the brethren. Find a local church you can fellowship with. Let God guide you to one.

[Apostle Emmanuel Iren @pst_iren]

I have a sponsor!!!!!
God is my sponsor
My Ebenezer
I’m not alone!

Watch out world!
I have just begun

#triumph30devotional

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

@pst_iren Took the test, it says my attachment style is secure. No surprise there.

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

Where's the link to the prayer chain oh? The AFCON Finals is next tomorrow!

#AFCONFinals #Nigeria

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

Jesus Iyeeeee🙇🏾‍♀️🙇🏾‍♀️🙇🏾‍♀️🙇🏾‍♀️🙇🏾‍♀️

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

@pst_iren @Ochuwasmile Jesus Iyeee

[Apostle Emmanuel Iren @pst_iren]

Your Pastor is your servant in the Lord
Your Pastor is your brother in Christ
Your Pastor is your Father in the Lord

Quick things to note:

1.None of these are literal or mutually exclusive. Being ‘Father’ doesn’t mean you’re not also brother or even servant. They biblical metaphors that highlight different aspects of a Pastors work.
2.‘Father’ is synonymous to words like ‘example, prototype or training. It’s a biblical metaphor for one whose pattern in the Lord you follow e.g Abraham is called FATHER of all who believe (Romans 4:11). It simply means we should follow his example in believing (Gal. 3:6-7).
3.This doesn’t in any suggest Pastors should expect to be called Father. Nor does it make it remotely wrong that he is so called. A true man of God is not title crazy. His ‘greatness’ is in his service (Matthew 20:26)

Many are quick to quote Matthew 23:9 which says:

"And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven".

Let's discuss this objectively.

1.First, taking this as literally means that even our biological fathers should not be called Father. It says 'No man' doesn't it? Our biological parents are men aren't they? We do know however that Jesus did not in any way imply that it is wrong to call our biological fathers 'father'. The famous Luke 11:11 quotes Jesus using the words: " If a son shall ask bread of any of you that is a father...". The thought of this should challenge you to give the text a closer look. (Hint- it was particular reference to the Pharisees and for particular reasons).

2.All the Apostles appear to have a different interpretation Mathew 23:9. Otherwise they'd never have called anyone 'son'. But they did.

PAUL:

Galatians 4:19 KJV
[19] My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in you,

1Co 4:15  For though ye have ten thousand instructors in Christ, yet have ye not many fathers: for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the gospel.

(I’ve heard some say “Oh but Paul was old in age”. No. Paul was martyred at the age of 55.)

OTHER APOSTLES:

1st Peter 5:13 (KJV)
The church that is at Babylon, elected together with you , saluteth you; and so doth Marcus my son.

3rd John 1:3-4 (KJV)
For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth.
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.

FINAL THOUGHTS:
1.For the umpteenth time, insulting people for their religious views is ugly and vile. Stop it. It doesn’t speak well of you as a person.
2.1 Cor 4:15 proves that a man who has trained you in the gospel is actually your spiritual father, whether you choose to call him that or not. And no, it has nothing to do with age.
3. Every true Pastor in indifferent about these name tags. If you may, honor the way you see fit.
4. Jesus is coming soon. Stay watchful

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

@bisolabadejo My resident Pastor!🙌🏼

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

@LajuIren This picture eeeeeeh!😍

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

Eyyyy!

[Apostle Emmanuel Iren @pst_iren]

That’s why they call me sensei 🤌🏽

[CI Magic @chideisaac]

@nathanielblow Pastey said to tell you that he loves you sir!

Thank you for all you do for this family of ours sir🙌🏼

[Apostle Emmanuel Iren @pst_iren]

Please help me tell @nathanielblow I love him

[Apostle Emmanuel Iren @pst_iren]

Troublesome boy lol. Well done o Adeife.
Glory be God!
11 years of grace

[Apostle Emmanuel Iren @pst_iren]

Dear Jesus,
11 years after, and I’m still madly in love with you.
Before anyone ever knew me
Before I ever held a microphone
You saw me
You chose me
You loved me
I LOVE YOU
With every fiber of my being
Thank you for every testimony
For life soul won
Every disciple raised
Every miracle
Every demon expelled
Every Church planted

O ran mo nise fayati

My sender
My sponsor
My God

Thank you for Celebration Church
I give you all the glory

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Please praise God for me
Celebration Church is 11 yrs tomorrow, 11th November 2023