The Adventist Voice

In this series, we're studying the book of Revelation. Our first episode is on Revelation Chapter 1 where we identity Christ as a High Priest in the heavenly sanctuary. Assignment: Study the books of Hebrews (7,8,9,10) and the books of Leviticus, Deuteronomy and Exodus where Moses records the details of the earthly sanctuary, the priestly ministry and the ordinances of the sacrifices and offering, because they have a significance for our salvation. Don't forget to FOLLOW and rate Five Stars on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. If you have any questions, reach out to me on [email protected]. See you on the next one.

In this episode, I want us to simply ask ourselves one of the most important questions. Are we really disciples of Christ? Why do we call ourselves Christians, when that very name was used to refer to believers who followed after Jesus and his teachings? Does your conduct and speech align with the Christ's? Would Jesus point you out in a crowd and say, "That is my disciple." If not, then there's really no point to everything that we do in the name of Christ. Jesus said that in the last days, many will come saying to Him Lord, Lord... But He will turn them away because He does not know them. If you enjoyed this episode, share with friends and family and don't forget to rate five stars ok Spotify and hit follow.

In this episode I reflect from the story of Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4. This story has a deeper eschatological, and in summary Christ is sitting by the wells of the world, asking His the church that is still obsessed with drinking water that cannot cure thirst, to drink from him. In Isaiah 55:3, Christ is entreating the church to buy from him wine and milk at no cost. What is that well of the world that you are continually drawing from, looking to quench your thirst? Christ was not talking about literal water, as the woman of Samaria understood. The beauty of this story is that the Samaritan woman witnessed of the Messiah to her townspeople, and they accepted Christ, whilst the Jews, who were the custodians of true religion, rejected God. This was also a foreshadowing of the moment the Gospel would be taken away from the Jews and preached to the Gentiles, who would be saved through faith. If you have been touched by this episode, follow me on Spotify for more. Amen.

In this episode, I go back and forth the books of Jeremiah and Ezekiel to draw parallels between the spiritual state of the nation of Judah before exile and the church of today. If we are going to go to heaven, then we need a total transformation. We need it as individuals and we need it as a church. Christ says to the church of Laodecia, that behold he is standing at the door knocking, willing anyone who is listening to open the door so that he may come in. Thank you for stopping by and for listening. I hope you are blessed. Don't forget to hit the follow button and rate 5 stars. Amen.

In this episode, I talk about trials and tribulations. One of the things that Christ commends the early church on, in His letters to the seven churches is, their "endurance". He also encourages the believers in the church of Smyrna to prepare to endure 10 days of tribulation. Paul writes to Timothy and tells him that, "In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be prosecuted." (2 Timothy 3:12). Christ also told his disciples in John 16:33 that, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world" (John 16:33). My main message is this: you will go through trials as a believer. And it is a good thing that your faith is tested so that you know whether you are standing strong. But Isaiah 43:2 is a beautiful message from God that you are not alone in these trials. There is a fourth man in the fire with you and you will not be burnt. If you have been blessed with this message, please follow on Spotify and also rate the podcast five stars on your favorite podcast platform. May you be greatly blessed.

In Mat 5:14-16, Christ talks about a city on a hill, whose light can be seen by everyone. He also likens us to a lamp that is put on a lampstand to light the whole room instead of being hidden under the bed. He says nobody lights a lamp to place it under the bed. Where is your lamp? Is your lamp hidden under the bed where it cannot shade light to a room full of unbelievers who are in dire need of light. In this episode I implore you and me to truly shine in private as well as in public. It is of no use to be a Christian in private, while denying Christ in public through our actions. Thank you for stopping by this podcast. Hit that follow button and share this episode. Also rate me 5 stars on Apple Podcasts so that we can feature on recommended podcasts.

Have you ever thought about why Israel did not manage to continuously obey the Lord and walk in His ways, even though God did everything He could including manifesting His power in miracles that have never been seen before? In Psalms 78, David recounts the failure of his ancestors and how they kept rebelling against God even when He showed the care every other time. And here is a lesson to us: God remains faithful even when we leave him to chase after idols. There is nothing our God cannot do for us, yet we always leave him to unite ourselves in idols and the ways of the world. But His hand is ever extended to us, pleading that we should come back and find rest. If you have enjoyed this episode, don't forget to share with friends and family. Also follow me on Spotify and rate five stars on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcast. Feel free to comment and reach out to me on [email protected]

In Joshua 24:14-15, the servant of the Lord is giving his final instructions to the children of Israel and he charges them with the choice to either serve other gods which they served beyond the Jordan, or to serve the true God. You and I needs to make a decision this year to serve the Lord in spirit and truth. Whatever prevented you from serving God faithfully last year, put it aside this year and serve the Lord. Paul states that nothing should be able to separate us from the love of God. I say that this year, nothing should make you not serve the Lord. Whatever sin you have been battling, give it to Christ this year and be free to serve God. May God bless you abundantly and may He give you the courage to make a decision for Him. You will notice the difference. Don't forget to follow me on Spotify and to rate five stars on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Until we meet again next week, keep up for Christ.

In the book of 1 Samuel 13, the Bible teches us patience and waiting on God's word even when everything around is failing. Samuel tells the story of when Saul is faced with a decisive battle against a Philistine army that is described as, "numerous as sand on the seashore." Meanwhile Saul had selected for himself 3000 men, and by the time he is ready to battle, only 600 we're left with him. The Bible says, "When the Israelites saw that their situation was critical and that their army was hard pressed, they hid in caves and thickets, among the rocks, and in pits and cisterns. " All this time, Saul was waiting for then prophet Samuel to come and offer sacrifices to God. When Saul had waited for 7 days without the sign of Samuel, he decided, with full knowledge of consequences to offer burn offerings, something that was a preserve of priests. I have learned that God can keep us waiting to test us. And most of us fail because of hastiness. Jacob went through so much pain and anguish because he could not wait for God's timing, even though the promise had been made and the Messiah would come from his lineage. He still felt that perhaps God had meant the first born which he was not. The Bible says that Hannah prayed for a child "year after year. "This year I pray that whatever you are going through, whatever you are waiting for, that you may have patience and wait on God. May the Lord bless you abundantly and may He give you the desire of your heart. But even if He delays, don't rush. In Jesus name. Don't forget to follow me on Spotify and rate five stars. Share also on Apple podcasts so that others may find us. Thank you for being an awesome church.

In Psalms 9:1-4, David is telling us to praise the Lord and tell of His wonderful works. I want to add that you and I need to form the habit of always telling the wonderful works that God has wrought to us. There's no powerful sermon like a testimony. God is doing wonderful things for His people daily, but the negative works of Satan and his hosts crowds out the good things happening around us to the point where it looks like God does not care or He does not exist. We see the manifestation of evil everywhere, but there are also manifestations of the Holy Spirit and the works of God that we can help show the world. Tell your story. Someone needs to hear it.Do not forget to. Share. Follow. Rate. Stay standing for Christ.