The Seed JCLI

REMAIN UNSHAKEN BY PRAISE OR CRITICISM OF MEN THE SEED “Now when He was in Jerusalem at the Passover, during the feast, many believed in His name when they saw the signs which He did. But Jesus did not commit Himself to them, because He knew all men…”John 2:23-24 (KJV) From the beginning, Jesus lived… Continue reading REMAIN UNSHAKEN BY PRAISE OR CRITICISM OF MEN

VESSEL UNTO HONOUR THE SEED “If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master’s use, and prepared unto every good work.” 2Timothy 2:21 A vessel of honour is someone God has chosen to glorify His name. Every human being is a potential vessel… Continue reading VESSEL UNTO HONOUR

EPIPHANY THE SEED “Then Jacob awoke from his sleep and said, ‘Surely the Lord is in this place, and I did not know it.” Genesis 28:16 An epiphany is a moment of profound revelation or realization, especially of the reality of God in a person’s life. For many Christians, this moment occurred when they received… Continue reading EPIPHANY

THE WILL AND THE ABILITY TO DO THE SEED “For it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure.” – Philippians 2:13 (NKJV) At times, we struggle to do what we know is right. The right action may feel difficult or unappealing, but God promises to help… Continue reading THE WILL AND THE ABILITY TO DO

NOBODY CAN DECEIVE YOU WITHOUT YOUR HELP THE SEED “And he felt him and said, ‘The voice is Jacob’s voice, but the hands are the hands of Esau.’” – Genesis 27:22 (NKJV) Genesis 27 recounts the story of Isaac being deceived by Jacob with the help of Rebekah. Though Isaac was suspicious, he ignored the… Continue reading NOBODY CAN DECEIVE YOU WITHOUT YOUR HELP

OVERCOMING ADVERSITY IN MINISTRY THE SEED “Alexander the metalworker did me a great deal of harm. The Lord will repay him for what he has done.” – 2 Timothy 4:14 (NIV) Ministry, whether just starting or has been ongoing for a while, often comes with challenges, opposition, and moments of discouragement. Even biblical figures like… Continue reading OVERCOMING ADVERSITY IN MINISTRY

THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER THE SEED “David said to the Philistine, ‘You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty.’” 1 Samuel 17:45 Prayer is the foundation of a believer’s life and the lifeblood of the church. It empowers spiritual strength and… Continue reading THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER

GRADUAL SPIRITUAL SIGHT RESTORATION THROUGH FAITH THE SEED “The Lord gives sight to the blind, the Lord lifts up those who are bowed down, the Lord loves the righteous.” – Psalm 146:8 (NIV) In Mark 8:22-26, Jesus led a blind man out of Bethsaida for healing in a private and intimate setting. This act underscores… Continue reading GRADUAL SPIRITUAL SIGHT RESTORATION THROUGH FAITH

THE WISDOM OF GOD THE SEED “For the foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than human strength.” – 1 Corinthians 1:25 (NIV) Life presents us with numerous challenges and decisions, and the only way to consistently make the right choices is through God’s wisdom. Unlike worldly… Continue reading THE WISDOM OF GOD

PERSONAL ENCOUNTER WITH GOD THE SEED “Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double-minded.”James 4:8 (KJV) A personal encounter with God is a life-changing experience that brings us to a deeper understanding of who He is as expressed in James 4:8.… Continue reading PERSONAL ENCOUNTER WITH GOD