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  1. 3D AGO

    To Pray is to stretch yourself.

    To Pray is to stretch yourself by Pastor George Lehman “We can get tired, weary and emotionally distraught but after spending time alone with God, we find that He injects into our spirit, soul and bodies energy, power and strength.”  C. Stanley. No stretching yourself to pray – you’ll live defeated, touchy, weak spiritual life The key to a victorious life is a prayer life! Matthew 12:34b – For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. Jesus is here telling us how we operate. Coming to church, reading our bibles, with all the courses and study material available to us that’s the easy part. However, getting on your knees and talking to God for half an hour seems incredibly difficult to most Christians. Many think, “What does one say after the first five minutes”? - (How do I possibly fill that much time?) The fact is that we should have grown spiritually over the years – prayer should have become easier for us. We have come to realize that we can come directly into God the Father’s presence - before His very throne. Hebrews 4:16 (NIV) – Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.   There appears to be a serious attitude of prayerlessness as time has gone by in Gods church. Perhaps because we are living in the Laodicean Era. Revelation 3:14 -20 The Lukewarm church We have become a little complacent in our prayer life. Prayer has slid from its former place of importance! “The early church was married to poverty, prison and persecutions.  Today the church is married to prosperity, personality and popularity.” Leonard Ravenhill   “If we displease God, does it matter whom we please?  If we please Him, does it matter whom we displease?”  Leonard Ravenhill “You can’t live wrong and pray right.” Leonard Ravenhill Our scripture reading in: Matthew 12:34 – Jesus said, “Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. He then explains it by saying: Matthew 12:35 – A good man out of the good treasure of his heart (the storehouse of the mind where thoughts, feelings are kept) brings forth good things and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth evil things. Jesus concludes by warning us that the day of judgement is coming. Even our idle words will be scrutinized, and we will have to give account of them to God. Verse 36 - But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken.   Our words will either condemn us or acquit[vryspreek] us Verse 37 -“For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.” Because we know and believe these scriptures, we should be very conscience of what we allow to leave our mouths. James 3:2(Amp) – For we all often stumble and fall and offend in many things. And if anyone does not offend in speech [never says the wrong things], he is a fully developed character and a perfect man, able to control his whole body and to curb his entire nature. Even though we work at being blameless in speech, we realise that none of us has arrived at oral perfection. Consider this then... applying this principle a little differently? Most of us naturally think of this passage Jesus taught to refer to our conversations with others at home, at work, at play, at the shop, at church etc.. But what about applying it to ourselves when we are on our knees speaking to God? Have you ever considered that, out of the abundance of our prayers, or the lack thereof, our heart speaks? Do you deeply consider what you say to God? Do you take the time to organize and improve how you present your request to Him? Do you think about the attitude in which you come before the great God of the universe? You may not consider this as a blessing, but God knows our every thought, every desire and every emotion. Hebrews 4:13 (Amp) – And not a creature exists that is concealed from His sight, but all things are open and exposed, naked and defenseless to the eyes of Him with Whom we have to do. The beauty of truly understanding this is that we may as well be totally open and honest with God. Tell Him everything because He already knows the deepest intents of our heart. God is acutely aware[bewus] of our attitude when we approach His throne. He discerns whether we consider time spent in conversation with Him to be of great value or whether we are just going through the motions. 1 Samuel 2:3 (NIV) – “Do not keep talking so proudly or let your mouth speak such arrogance, for the Lord is a God who knows, and by him deeds are weighed. This does not mean that we pray perfectly every time – although this should be our goal. We have this assurance: Romans 8:26-27 (NIV) – 26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. 27 And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God. How important is prayer to you? Psalm 4:1 (Amp) – Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness (uprightness, justice, and right standing with You)! You have freed me when I was hemmed in and enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me and hear my prayer. This is what prayer is – calling on God to give relief to whatever it is your asking for. What needs to change in your life to ensure you become a prayer warrior? To pray is to stretch yourself. Ephesians 6:18 (Amp) – Pray at all times (on every occasion, in every season) in the Spirit, with all [manner of] prayer and entreaty. To that end keep alert and watch with strong purpose and perseverance, interceding on behalf of all the saints (God’s consecrated people).

    43 min

  2. FEB 1

    There’s Power in Prayer | Pastor George Lehman

    There’s power in prayer. By: Pastor George Lehman Power comes as you spend time in the presence of the source of all power. (The truth is if you don’t come and spend time in His presence, you’ll have no power to live your spiritual life effectively)   “There is not in the world a kind of life more sweet and delightful than that of a continual conversation with God.”                                                                           -Brother Lawrance   1 Thessalonians 5:17 (Amp) - Be unceasing in prayer The reason why we need to be unceasing in prayer is: Prayer has infinite power.  And for this reason, Satan tries everything to prevent us from praying.  He knows that we are not a real danger when we work and accomplish a great deal – even if it is for the Kingdom of God.  But when we pray much, we invade Satan’s dominion and rob him of his captives.  There is nothing Satan dreads so much as our prayers. We give God legal right to destroy the works of Satan. “Prayer is a shield to the soul, a sacrifice to God, and an affliction for Satan.” (Bunyan) “Need we wonder at the lack of power in our prayer when there is such reluctance to make the needful sacrifice in waiting upon God.”   - Andrew Murray The Christ we trust in, the Christ that lives in us offered Himself a sacrifice to God. It is when this same attitude persists in us, that we shall receive power from Him as INTERCESSORS to pray the prayer that is powerful and effective. James 5:16b (Amp) - The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]. Prayer is a matchless opportunity, for through prayer we can change everything - ourselves, problems, circumstance and people. Prayer can go where we can’t! What an unspeakable grace to be allowed to deal with God in prayer for the blessing and supply of the needs of others. It is indeed worth living for to know that God will use me as an Intercessor. Out of compassion in action flow these 3 functions of intercession: Intercession: Praying on behalf of others; standing in the gap.   Hebrews 7:25 (Amp) – Therefore He is able also to save to the uttermost (completely, perfectly, finally, and for all time and eternity) those who come to God through Him, since He is always living to make petition to God and intercede with Him and intervene for them. #1  Intercession is serving. It’s making oneself available. Jesus our chief intercessor said: Mark 10:44-45 (Amp) - And whoever wants to be first must be slave of all.  For even the Son of man did not come to be served, but to serve, and give His life as a ransom for many. You cannot pray effectively for others if you don’t have the servant heart of Jesus Christ. Serve [Greek] in Mark 10:45 is ‘doulos’ meaning “in bondage by choice”.  Prayer is striking the winning blow.  Service is gathering up the results. When last did you choose to place yourself in bondage to stand in the gap for others? #2 Intercession is fighting. It’s being involved in battle. Ephesians 6:18 (Amp) - Pray at all times (on every occasion, in every season) in the Spirit with all (manner of) prayer and entreaty.  To that end keep alert and watch with strong purpose and perseverance, interceding in behalf of all the saints (God’s consecrated people). Dr. Luke the disciple describes the intensity of Jesus’ battle in prayer: Luke 22:44 (Amp) - And being in agony*, He prayed all the more earnestly and intently, and His sweat became like great clots of blood dropping down upon the ground. *Agony [Greek]:  A place of contest; a battlefield. When we intercede for others, we are engaging in battle on their behalf.  interestingly, their victory brings blessing to us. What a greater joy is it not to see God change the circumstances of someone whom you have been praying for!! #3 Intercession is weeping. It’s brokenness before God.  When we sow in tears for others, Psalm 126:5 says, Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.” Tears are water to spiritual seeds we plant in prayer. The result will be a bountiful harvest from our brokenness. When last did you pray for someone that you shed tears for them? Child of God, He counts on you to take your place before His throne as an INTERCESSOR.  Let us ARISE and be conscious of our Holy calling.  Take our place and commit to be a prayer warrior for God’s Kingdom. In closing: It is not just saying prayers that gets the results, BUT it is spending time with father God: - Learning His wisdom; - Drawing on His strength; - Being filled with His anointing; - And living in His love that brings results to our prayers.

    41 min

  3. JAN 25

    The Habit of Prayer

    THE HABIT OF PRAYER Pst. Kobus Massyn “How our posture in prayer shapes our outcomes” If we say “ Prayer changes circumstances”. We need to take note of the fact that it is a effort from us to God. It is our action, focus and intention to connect with the King of Kings. The beauty of it is that He enables, encourage and responds to our every effort. But the result is not in the dynamic of prayer. Not the technique of prayer. Or the amount of prayer. But the habit of prayer. Because prayer is not built in moments of crisis — prayer is built in habits of posture. In Luke 11:1 we read: “One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When He finished, one of His disciples said to Him, ‘Lord, teach us to pray…’” They didn’t ask Him: Teach us how to preach Teach us how to heal Teach us how to lead They said: “Teach us to pray.” Because they understood something: Prayer shapes everything else. Prayer shapes: our perspective our patience our faith our relationships our identity Prayer is not only words… Prayer is posture. And I want to structure this message around four habits that shape powerful prayer. BE CURIOUS, NOT CRITICAL How: Say “Wow” (Rom 11:33) When we come to God in prayer, our posture matters. Critical prayer sounds like: “Why, God?” “This is not fair.” “This should not be happening.” But curious prayer sounds like: “Lord… what are You doing here?” “How is Your hand at work?” “What can I learn from this?” Curiosity opens heaven. Criticism closes hearts. Mary and the Angel Luke 1:34–38 “Mary asked the angel, ‘How will this be, since I am a virgin?’ The angel answered… ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you…’ Mary responded, ‘I am the Lord’s servant. May your word to me be fulfilled.’” Mary does not say: “This is impossible.” “Choose someone else.” “This is too much.” She says: “How will this be?” That is not doubt — that is curiosity. And because of that posture, she becomes the carrier of the Messiah. Outcome Curiosity positioned Mary for: miracle destiny calling history James 1:5 “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God…” Jeremiah 33:3 “Call to Me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” Application In prayer: Don’t begin with judgment Begin with wonder Teach your heart to say: “Wow, God… what are You doing here?” Because: Critical hearts see problems. Curious hearts see possibilities. BE CAREFUL, NOT CRUSHING How: Respect the growth God works in processes, not shortcuts. Prayer must respect: timing seasons maturity development We often want: instant answers fast breakthroughs immediate results But God often works: slowly deeply steadily Elijah and the Rain 1 Kings 18:41–44 Elijah prays for rain. Once — nothing. Twice — nothing. Third time — nothing. On the seventh time, the servant says: “A cloud as small as a man’s hand is rising from the sea.” Small sign. But Elijah knows — big breakthrough is coming. He does not despise the small cloud. He respects the growth. Outcome That small cloud produced: heavy rain national restoration answered prophecy Zechariah 4:10 “Do not despise these small beginnings…” Galatians 6:9 “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest…” Psalm 37:7 “Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him…” Application In prayer: Don’t rush God Don’t crush the process Don’t despise small signs Because: Crushing kills faith. Careful cultivates miracles. Sometimes the greatest prayer is not: “Lord, hurry.” But: “Lord, help me wait well.” ASK, DON’T ASSUME How: Create the opportunity for answers Many believers assume: “God already knows.” “God sees my need.” “God understands.” Yes — He does. But God responds not to need… He responds to faith expressed through asking. Unasked prayers remain unanswered prayers. Blind Bartimaeus Mark 10:46–52 Jesus stops and asks him: “What do you want Me to do for you?” Jesus already knows he is blind. But He still asks. Why? Because God wants us to: articulate our faith define our desire express our trust Bartimaeus answers clearly: “Rabbi, I want to see.” Outcome Jesus responds: “Go… your faith has healed you.” And immediately he receives sight. Matthew 7:7 “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find…” John 16:24 “Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.” James 4:2 “You do not have because you do not ask God.” Application In prayer: Stop assuming Start asking Be: specific honest bold Because: Assumption is silent faith. Asking is activated faith. CONNECT, BEFORE YOU CORRECT How: Relationship before instruction Prayer is not first about fixing. Prayer is first about fellowship. Correction without connection creates resistance. Connection creates transformation. God changes us more through: closeness than through criticism Jesus and Peter after failure John 21:15–17 Peter denied Jesus three times. Jesus meets him on the beach. He does not say: “Why did you fail?” “Where were you?” “Explain yourself.” He says: “Simon… do you love Me?” Three times — restoring the heart before restoring the calling. Only after connection does Jesus say: “Feed My sheep.” Outcome Connection restored: identity confidence leadership destiny Peter becomes the preacher of Pentecost. Psalm 25:14 “The Lord confides in those who fear Him…” John 15:4 “Remain in Me, as I also remain in you…” 2 Corinthians 3:18 “We are transformed… as we behold the Lord…” Application In prayer: Don’t rush into fixing First sit in God’s presence Because: God heals more in presence than in pressure. Sometimes prayer is not talking. Sometimes prayer is simply: being with Him. IT IS THE HABIT THAT SHAPES EVERYTHING Prayer is not just an event. Prayer is a habit. And habits shape outcomes. When we pray with: Curiosity → we see revelation Carefulness → we see growth Asking → we see answers Connection → we see transformation Jesus lived a life of power because He lived a life of prayer habits. OUR CHALLENGE This week: Be curious with God Be patient with process Be bold in asking Be present before correcting Because: The habit of prayer builds the heart that can carry the power of God.

    55 min

  4. JAN 18

    What is the meaning of Prayer?

    What is the Meaning of Prayer? “Do not make prayer a monologue* …. make it a conversation” (A long speech by one person not allowing others to speak. It often leaves you feeling unheard, empty and uncertain.) “Luke 18:7 – Will not God bring about justice for His chosen who cry out to Him day and night.” We need to increase the intensity of our prayers! Crying day and night!!! We just don’t pray enough! It takes time spent in earnest prayer to receive revelation from God! Little time and hurry just spoil the picture! More time and early hours would most surely revive and invigorate dead spiritual lives! Time spent with God will bring abundance to our lives!  When we are devoted to Him in our quiet time, we will be devoted to Him in public!! Lingering in God’s presence and waiting upon Him opens spiritual eyes and ears! More time and early hours produce holy living! A holy life would not be so rare and difficult if our devotional “quiet times” were not so short and hurried! Silent and patient waiting on Him in prayer is lifeblood to the true believer!! Cry out to Him day and night and you will never be the same again!!” – Peter Pollock Prayer is simply defined as communication from humans to God, involving earnest requests or entreaties,(smekinge) and it serves as a direct means of speaking one-on-one with the great God of the universe. Scripture affirms that God hears the prayers of those who trust in Him, Jeremiah 33:3 (Amp) – Call to Me and I will answer you and show you great and mighty things, fenced in and hidden, which you do not know (do not distinguish and recognize, have knowledge of and understand). As seen in numerous Psalms, and Jesus emphasizes its importance by teaching the disciples to pray regularly. He used phrases like "when you pray" rather than "if you pray." This highlights prayer as essential to the Christian life. It was modelled by Jesus Himself who frequently prayed to His Father, highlighting prayers role in developing humility, praise for God's holiness, oneness with His kingdom, and submission to His will. The English word "pray" derived from Latin "prex," meaning a request, supplication(Smeking), or petition,(asking for things) Prayer is approaching a Sovereign King, beginning with reverence toward "Our Father in heaven." It includes intimate fellowship, emphasizing the believers' privileged access to God's power. Hebrews 4:16 (Amp) - “Let us then fearlessly and confidently and boldly draw near to the throne of grace (the throne of God’s unmerited favor to us sinners), that we may receive mercy [for our failures] and find grace to help in good time for every need [appropriate help and well-timed help, coming just when we need it].” Prayer varies, from reflecting emotions from complaint to supplication, - and it is essential for seeking God, spiritual warfare, and aligning ourselves with His purpose. Matthew 6:9-13 -  "In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed (to treat Gods name as set apart, pure, and deserving of ultimate reverence) be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen." Jesus provides the model prayer, beginning with praise for God's holiness and submission to His kingdom and will, it produces a humble attitude. It includes daily requests for provisions and forgiveness, while prioritizing God's purpose over material needs, to be in line with heaven's order. The prayer addresses God as "Our Father," implying a shared relationship with us and God. Luke 18:1 -  "Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart Jesus commands persistent prayer, to avoid discouragement, Which He illustrated by the persistent widow, showing us how God responds to His children who cry out day and night. Philippians 4:6 - "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication(a humble, earnest, respectful prayer), with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God." Psalm 55:17 -  "Evening and morning and at noon I will pray, and cry aloud, And He shall hear my voice." David affirms regular prayer times, reflecting on our commitment to God's kingdom work and submission to His will, with assurance of being heard by Him. James 5:15-16 -  "And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much." Fervent(vurig) prayer, rooted in faith and fellowship, is effective, impacting healing and forgiveness through a sincere praying heart. Scripture is very clear that prayer is a privilege which must fit into God's purpose and plan for our lives. We cannot alter this clear instruction to pray – many don’t take prayer serious enough, we pray when we have time, or when we have a crises. James 4:3 - “And even when you do ask you don’t get it because your whole aim is wrong—you want only what will give you pleasure.” In conclusion: “Prayer is the measure of a man’s real spiritual condition” - E.M. Bounds “Prayer is presented as a lifestyle of “Constant Communication” with God, not a mere duty or occasional activity” 1Thessalonians 5:17- “Never stop praying.”

    43 min

  5. JAN 4

    To Stand in Awe — Expecting the God Who can…

    To Stand in Awe — Expecting the God Who can… By Pastor Kobus Massyn Sunday 04-01-2026 God still invites His people into moments of holy awe — and those moments mark transformation, intimacy, and calling.   What Does It Mean to Stand in Awe? God isn’t distant — He invites us into moments where we see the holy and we stand in awe of Him.   Definition of Awe: Awe = reverence + wonder + fear of the Lord. It’s not terror without love, but holy awethat draws us closer.   Theme Scripture: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” — Psalm 111:10 holy fear isn’t negative; it opens the door to intimacy, wisdom, and transformation. (John Bevere “in Awe”)   Why can we stand in awe?   Psalms 139:17-18 “How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God! How vast is the sum of them! [Ps 40:5] If I could count them, they would outnumber the sand. When I awake, I am still with You.”   1 Corinthians 15:19 “If we who are [abiding] in Christ have hoped only in this life [and this is all there is], then we are of all people most miserable and to be pitied. “   Romans 8:11 'And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead lives in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you. '   How do we see when People are in Awe?   Pattern #1 — Awe Moves People to Worship and Submission   Moses at the Burning Bush   Exodus 3:1–6 (AMP) “Then Moses hid his face, because he was afraid to look at God.” (v.6)   He hid his face because he was afraid to look at God. Moses didn’t just see God — he realized his own smallness and God’s holiness. This set him up for obedience. When we stand in Awe, it reorients our hearts from self-focus to God-focus.   Pattern #2 — Awe Happens When God’s Presence Is Manifested   Israel at Sinai   Exodus 19:16–19; 20:18–20 (AMP)   “All the people trembled and stood at a distance.” (20:18)   “Do not be afraid; for God has come in order to test you, and so that the fear of Him may remain with you, so that you will not sin.” (20:20) When God came down with thunder, smoke, and fire, the people stood at a distance. They didn’t rush in — they feared, they respected, they listened. When we stand in Awe, it creates reverent distance and godly fear, not casual familiarity.   Pattern #3 — Awe Creates Confession and Repentance   Isaiah 6:1–5 (AMP) “Woe is me, for I am ruined! Because I am a man of unclean lips…” (v.5) “The foundations of the thresholds trembled…” (v.4)   Isaiah’s Vision “I am lost… a man of unclean lips.” Encountering God’s holiness unveiled sin and invited confession. Awe reveals reality — who God is and who we are. Pattern #4 — Awe Prepares People for Mission   Peter at the Miraculous Catch   Luke 5:8–11 (AMP) “Go away from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man!” (v.8)   “From now on you will be catching men.” (v.10) Peter doesn’t first ask why — he confesses who Jesus is. His awe leads to “depart from me” and “follow me.” When we stand in awe, it always leads people toward purpose.   Pattern #5 — Awe Brings Joy and Transformation   The Resurrection Encounter   Matthew 28:8 (AMP) “They left the tomb quickly with fear and great joy.”   The women were afraid and full of joy. They didn’t collapse in uncertainty — they ran to share the news. When we stand in Awe, we are not paralyzed — it propels us.   Awe is Holy Fear and Holy Fear Is a Gift Holy fear is not being scared of Godbut being terrified of being away from Him and sin. It draws believers into intimacyand strengthens faith to endure.   “…a consuming fire.” — Hebrews 12:29 The awe of God is not cold distance but consuming presence.   Expecting “Awe” moments.   How Do We Prepare for Awe? Hunger for His presence Pray Scripture like Psalm 42: “As the deer pants for water…” Practice reverence Slow down in worship, confession, prayer. Make space for God’s presence Spiritual awe often shows up where sin is confessed and hearts are soft. Anticipate God to move God is not hiding — He is revealing Himself to those who seek Him with reverence.

    54 min

  6. 12/31/2025

    At the right time, Through me

    At the Right Time, Through Me By Pastor Kobus Massyn 31 December 2025   God Has Always Chosen to Work Through Ordinary People Key Truth: God delights in using ordinary, willing people to accomplish extraordinary purposes. Scripture References:   1 Corinthians 1:27–29 “But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.” Exodus 4:10–12 Moses says he is not eloquent, yet God responds: “Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say.” Judges 6:15–16 Gideon: “My clan is the weakest… and I am the least.” God: “I will be with you.” Preaching Emphasis: God doesn’t ask who you are — He asks who you trust. “Through Me” Requires Trust in God’s Timing Key Truth: God’s purposes unfold at the right time, not our preferred time.   Scripture References: Ecclesiastes 3:1 “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” Habakkuk 2:3 “For the revelation awaits an appointed time… Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.” Galatians 4:4 “But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son.” Preaching Emphasis: God is never late — heaven runs on divine appointments.   God Changes Circumstances by Changing People Key Truth: God often answers our prayers for change by working through us.   Scripture References: Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” 2 Corinthians 5:20 “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us.” Matthew 5:14–16 “You are the light of the world… let your light shine before others.” Preaching Emphasis: You are not just praying for change — you are positioned to carry it.   God’s Power Is Released Through Obedience Key Truth: God’s power flows most freely through surrendered obedience.   Scripture References: John 14:12 “Whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these.” James 2:17 “Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.” Zechariah 4:6 “‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord Almighty.”   Preaching Emphasis: Obedience turns faith into movement.   A New Year Begins With a Willing Heart Key Truth: God’s question for the new season is not “Can you?” but “Will you?”   Scripture References: Isaiah 6:8 “Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send?’ And I said, ‘Here am I. Send me!’” Romans 12:1 “Offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.” Proverbs 16:3 “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”   Preaching Emphasis: A surrendered life becomes a powerful instrument in God’s hands.   New Years Declaration Ephesians 3:20 “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.” “Within us… through us.”   Declaration: Lord, at the right time, through me, use my life for Your glory. Here I am — send me.

    28 min

  7. 12/28/2025

    Thus Far… and Forward on the Cornerstone

    Thus Far… and Forward on the Cornerstone By Pastor Kobus Massyn 28-12-2025 Key Scripture 1 Samuel 7:12 (NKJV / ESV sense) - “Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen, and called its name Ebenezer, saying, ‘Thus far the LORD has helped us.’”   Introduction As we come to the end of a year, we naturally pause and look back. We remember moments of joy—but also seasons of loss, pressure, and unanswered questions. Some experienced breakthroughs; others simply survived. And today, God brings us to a simple but powerful truth: Thus far the LORD has helped us.   The Road to Ebenezer Ebenezer was not a victory without history. For many years, Israel had drifted spiritually. Their hearts were divided. There was pressure from outside and unrest within. Then Samuel speaks clearly: 1 Samuel 7:3 - “If you are returning to the LORD with all your heart, then put away the foreign gods…” The people respond: 1 Samuel 7:4 - “So the children of Israel put away the Baals and the Ashtoreths, and served the LORD only.” At Mizpah: 1 Samuel 7:6 - “They fasted that day and said there, ‘We have sinned against the LORD.’” Before they asked for deliverance from their enemies, they sought restoration with God. The Attack and the Prayer   As soon as the Philistines heard Israel had gathered: 1 Samuel 7:7 - “The lords of the Philistines went up against Israel.” Fear grips the people, but this time they do not run. They turn to Samuel: 1 Samuel 7:8 - “Do not cease to cry out to the LORD our God for us, that He may save us.” And Scripture says: 1 Samuel 7:9 - “Samuel cried out to the LORD for Israel, and the LORD answered him.” God’s Intervention 1 Samuel 7:10 - “The LORD thundered with a loud thunder upon the Philistines… and they were routed.” The victory is clear: 1 Samuel 7:13 - “So the Philistines were subdued… and the hand of the LORD was against the Philistines all the days of Samuel.” Israel did not win by strength or strategy. God Himself fought for them.   The Meaning of Ebenezer Only after repentance, prayer, and divine intervention does Samuel raise the stone and declare: 1 Samuel 7:12 - “Thus far the LORD has helped us.” This truth echoes throughout Scripture: Psalm 127:1 - “Unless the LORD builds the house, they labor in vain who build it.” Ebenezer is not a statement of perfection—It is a confession of grace. From Ebenezer to the Cornerstone The Old Testament points forward:   Psalm 118:22 - “The stone which the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone.” Jesus applies it to Himself: Matthew 21:42 - “Have you never read in the Scriptures…?” The apostles affirm: Ephesians 2:20 - “…Christ Jesus Himself being the cornerstone.” 1 Peter 2:6 - “Behold, I lay in Zion a chief cornerstone, elect, precious.” And Paul declares: 1 Corinthians 3:11 - “For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” Conclusion Today we look back and say with gratitude: Ebenezer — Thus far the LORD has helped us (1 Samuel 7:12)   But we also look forward with faith and declare: Jesus Christ is our Cornerstone (Psalm 118:22 | Ephesians 2:20 | 1 Peter 2:6)   The God who has carried you to this point is the same God who will carry you forward. And when your life is built on Christ, it will stand—no matter what comes.

    34 min

  8. 12/25/2025

    Jesus Christ, The only true savior for the world (Christmas Service) | Pastor George Lehman

    Jesus Christ - The only true savior for the world. Pastor George Lehman   Salvation is an Unearned blessing Given to an Unworthy sinner. The greatest story ever told to the human race. Which is still bearing fruit to all who would embrace the truth. Luke 2:1-11 - 1“At that time the Roman emperor, Augustus, decreed that a census should be taken throughout the Roman Empire. 2(This was the first census taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3All returned to their own ancestral towns to register for this census. 4And because Joseph was a descendant of King David, he had to go to Bethlehem in Judea, David’s ancient home. He travelled there from the village of Nazareth in Galilee. 5 He took with him Mary, to whom he was engaged, who was now expecting a child. 6And while they were there, the time came for her baby to be born. 7 She gave birth to her firstborn son. She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no lodging available for them. 8That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. 9Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified, 10but the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. 11The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David! Notice verse 11 A Savior has been born. You can’t Know the good news until you understand the news The very reason that God sent His Son to this earth is to: Save Mankind from eternal punishment and Hell. Therefore, Jesus Christ is called the Savior of the world.   Luke 19:10 - “For the son of man came to seek and save that which was lost” If our greatest need had been technology God would have sent us a Scientist. If our greatest need had been money God would have sent us an Economist. If our greatest need was pleasure God would have sent us an Entertainer. But our greatest need was forgiveness, so God sent us a Savior.   Think about it: No other religion has ever, even attempted to save mankind from hell, or even sacrificed self to redeem mankind from the effects of Sin. All other religions operate on an external basis, keeping laws, giving things, trying to achieve by mind over matter. Our relationship with Jesus starts in the heart and then works outward. Matthew 1:23b - They will call Him Immanuel -“God with us”   He became like we are so we can become like He is. Philippians 3:20 - For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the savior the Lord Jesus Christ.   Not only are we saved from eternal punishment and hell, but we are also now citizens of heaven. According to the Bible eternal life can alone be obtained through faith in the Son of God and through faith in His name Jesus Christ, King of kings and Lord of Lords.   Philippians 2:10-11 - Every knee shall bow those in heaven and those on earth, and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.   Acts 4:12 - And there is salvation in and through no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by and in which we must be saved.     The word savior actually means much more than what we read on the surface – Savior the Greek word is Soter = Deliverer, Protector, Healer, make you whole. That is why savior also refers to Salvation from danger or difficult circumstances not only does Jesus save us He also protects us. Salvation and victory over some enemy like anger, maybe a bad habit. Salvation for healing of our physical bodies.   1 Peter 2:24 - By His wounds you have been healed. When God sent His son as that little baby in that “Food trough” (manger) The Father had ambitious plans for you and I. Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the thoughts and plans that I have for you, says the Lord, thoughts and plans for welfare and peace and not for evil, to give you hope in your final outcome.   The same One who saved your soul, longs to remake your heart. God wants for you and I to change into the likeness of the savior. Ephesians 4:23-24 - 23To be made new in the attitude of your minds, 24And to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.   Give yourself a check up. What’s your heart condition today What part of your “Old self” gives you the most trouble. Remember this is not the season to relax spiritually – Don’t take a holiday from God. As we celebrate this season of a savior who came to give us, Hope, Joy, Peace and a certain future. Let us show our appreciation to our Heavenly Father, by loving Him as our first love. Offering ourselves as a gift of thankfulness.  And commit to change that what needs changing in us. Let us live for the things that Christ died for. Always having a never give up attitude. 2 Corinthians 5:15 - He died for all so that all who live having received eternal life from Him- might live no longer for themselves to please themselves but to spend their lives pleasing Christ who died and rose again for them.

    30 min

  9. 12/21/2025

    Building Godly Relationships #7

    Building Godly relationships #7 By Pastor George Lehman   LOVE is a little word; people make it BIG. (Make it: Active, real, effective.) Relationship is not the cherry on the cake; IT IS THE CAKE! One of the greatest abilities and gifts God has placed in our heart is to LOVE. John 15:16-17 (Amp) - 16You have not chosen Me, but I have chosen you and I have appointed you [I have planted you], that you might go and bear fruit and keep on bearing, and that your fruit may be lasting [that it may remain, abide], so that whatever you ask the Father in My Name [as presenting all that I AM], He may give it to you.  17This is what I command you: that you love one another.                 John 15:12 (Amp) - This is My commandment:  that you love one another [just] as I have loved you.                Sadly, love as one of the rarest and most valuable gifts in the world, we don’t use it as we should. God wants us to value what He values. We are called to LOVE people, because God values people.  The truth is, God sees us as valuable, important and as priceless gifts. We at times value things that aren’t valuable.  People who have been touched by God value relationships.  They master loving people in word and deed. Colossians 1:4 (NIV) - Because we have heard of your (1)faith in Christ Jesus and of the (2)love you have for all the saints                What was their clear, obvious identification mark? Love God They loved one another.   Romans 12:9 (Msg) - Love from the centre of who you are; don’t fake it, run for dear life from evil, hold on for dear life to good.   Paul’s prayer for the church: 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13 (Amp)  - 12And may the Lord make you to increase and excel and overflow in love for one another and for all people, just as we also do for you.  13So that He may strengthen and confirm and establish your hearts faultlessly pure and unblameable in holiness in the sight of our God and Father, at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah) with all His saints (the holy and glorified people of God)! Amen, (so be it)!   Walking in love prepares me for the coming of Jesus.  Full and running over with love. Peter says, “Since you’ve changed, make sure that you love one another.” 1 Peter 1:22 (Amp) - Since by your obedience to the Truth through the [Holy] Spirit you have purified your hearts for the sincere affection of the brethren, [see that you] love one another fervently from a pure heart.   1 John 4:7 (Amp) - Beloved, let us love one another, for love is (springs) from God; and he who loves [his fellowmen] is begotten (born) of God and is coming [progressively] to know and understand God [to perceive and recognize and get a better and clearer knowledge of Him].    When I begin to put loving others into practice, I begin to understand God’s heart.   1 John 4:12 (Amp) - No man has at any time [yet] seen God.  But if we love one another, God abides (lives and remains) in us and His love (that love which is essentially His) is brought to completion (to its full maturity, runs its full course, is perfected) in us! A story of friendship: One day a teacher asked her students to list the names of the other students in the room on two sheets of paper, leaving a space between each name.   Then she told them to think of the nicest thing they could say about each of their classmates and write it down.  It took the remainder of the class period to finish the assignment, and as the students left the room, each one handed in the papers.   That Saturday, the teacher wrote down the name of each student on a separate sheet of paper and listed what everyone else had said about that individual.   On Monday, she gave each student his/her list.  Before long, the entire class was smiling. “Really?” she heard whispered.  “I never knew that I meant anything to anyone!” and “I didn’t know others like me so much,” were most of the comments.   No one ever mentioned those papers in class again.  She never knew if they discussed them after class or with their parents, but it didn’t matter.  The exercise had accomplished its purpose.  The students were happy with themselves and one another.   That group of students moved on.  Several years later, one of the students were killed in Vietnam and his teacher attended the funeral of that special student.  She had never seen a serviceman in a military coffin before.  He looked so handsome, so mature.   The church was packed with his friends.  One by one those who loved him took a last walk by the coffin.  The teacher was the last one.  As she stood there, one of the soldiers who acted as a pallbearer came up to her.  “Were you Mark’s math teacher?” he asked.  She nodded:  ‘yes.”  Then he said:  “Mark talked about you a lot.   After the funeral, most of Mark’s former classmates went together to a luncheon.  Mark’s mother and father were there, obviously waiting to speak to his teacher.  “We want so how you something“, his father said, taking a wallet out of his pocket.  “They found this on Mark when he was killed.  We thought you might recognize it.”  Opening the wallet, he carefully removed two worn pieces of notebook paper that had obviously been taped, folded and refolded many times.  The teacher knew without looking that the papers were the ones on which she had listed all the good things each of Mark’s classmates had said about him.  “Thank you so much for doing that,” Mark’s mother said.  “As you can see, Mark treasured it.”   All of Mark’s former classmates started to gather around.  Charlie smiled rather sheepishly and said, “I still have my list.  It’s in the top drawer of my desk at home.”  Chuck’s wife said, “Chuck asked me to put his in our wedding album.”  “I have mine too,” Marilyn said.  “It’s in my diary.”  Then Vicki, another classmate, reached into her pocketbook, took out her wallet and showed her worn and frazzled list to the group.  “I carry this with me at all times,” Vicki said and without batting an eyelash, she continued:  “I think we all saved our lists.”  That’s when the teacher finally sat down and cried.     She cried for mark and for all his friends who would never see him again.  The density of people in society is so thick that we forget that life will end one day.  And we don’t know when that one day will be.  So please, tell the people you love them that they are valuable, special, important and you care for them.  God created us in His image so let’s go out of our way and build Godly relationships with one another.  DO IT, before it is too late… How easily we fall into the trap of the enemy: Without thinking, we can be so unloving. Sadly, we too often love things and use people when we should be using things and loving people. What you are in your heart is how you really are. Luke 6:45-46 (NIV) - 45The good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart.  For out of the overflow of his heart his mouth speaks.  46“Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say?” The only condition for loving, is to love without condition. 1 Corinthians 13:4-8a (LB) - 4Love is very patient and kind, never jealous or envious, never boastful or proud, 5never haughty or selfish or rude.  Love does not demand its own way. It is not irritable or touchy.  It does not hold grudges and will hardly even notice when others do it wrong.  6It is never glad about injustice but rejoices whenever truth wins out.  7If you love someone you will be loyal to him no matter what the cost.  You will always believe in him, always expect the best of him, and always stand your ground in defending him.  8All the special gifts and powers from God will someday come to an end, but love goes on forever. The love of God IN US is the key to freedom to build Godly relationships. Philippians 1:9-10 (Amp) - 9And this I pray: that your love may abound yet more and more and extend to its fullest development in knowledge and all keen insight [that your love may display itself in greater depth of acquaintance and more comprehensive discernment], 10So that you may surely learn to sense what is vital, and approve and prize what is excellent and of real value [recognizing the highest and the best, and distinguishing the moral differences], and that you may be untainted and pure and unerring and blameless [so that with hearts sincere and certain and unsullied, you may approach] the day of Christ [not stumbling nor causing others to stumble].

    40 min

  10. 12/14/2025

    My Greatest Asset is Me

    14-12-2025 By Pastor Kobus Massyn “My Greatest Asset is Me” (Identity. Growth. Faithfulness.) Everything in life — your family, your calling, your success — flows from one source: you. If you lose your job, you can get another. If you lose your possessions, you can rebuild. But if you lose yourself — your faith, your purpose, your discipline — you lose everything. That’s why I say: my greatest asset in life is me. Not in pride, but in truth — because I am God’s investment. Psalm 139:14: “I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” Story #1 — The Broken Violin There’s an old story about a violin that was auctioned off for almost nothing — dusty, scratched, out of tune. Then a master violinist stepped forward, tuned it, and played a beautiful melody. Suddenly, the price jumped from a few dollars to thousands. The difference wasn’t the violin — it was who held it. “You might feel ordinary, but in the hands of the Master, your value changes.” That’s the truth of your life: God’s touch gives you worth. My Greatest Asset Is Me — God is Invested in You 1 Corinthians 6:19–20: “You are not your own; you were bought with a price.” God placed His Spirit, His creativity, His potential in you. He doesn’t just want to use your gift — He wants to grow you. “When you realize God invested His Son in you, you stop living like you have nothing to offer.” Challenge: Take care of what God placed in you — your mind, your health, your faith. Because you are heaven’s most expensive project. Build What God Gave You — Growth Through Stewardship Galatians 6:7–9: “Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. Whatever a man sows, that he will also reap… Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due time we shall reap if we do not give up.” Growth doesn’t happen overnight — it happens over time. Every prayer, every act of obedience, every seed of faith matters. 2 Peter 1:5–7: “Make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love.” “Faithfulness isn’t standing still — it’s growing steadily.” Story #2 — The Bamboo Tree In China, farmers plant bamboo seeds and water them faithfully for years — and nothing happens. No sprout, no stem, no sign of life. But in the fifth year, the bamboo suddenly shoots up more than 20 meters in just six weeks! Did it grow in six weeks? No — it grew underground for years, building roots deep enough to sustain its height. “When it looks like nothing is happening, God might just be growing your roots.” Challenge: Keep sowing, even when you can’t yet see your harvest. Be Faithful With What God Gave You — Fruit Through Obedience Matthew 25:25: “I was afraid, and I went and hid your talent in the ground.” Fear will make you hide what faith wants you to use. The servant didn’t lose because he failed — he lost because he did nothing. Matthew 25:21: “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things.” God doesn’t promote talent — He promotes faithfulness. “If you stay faithful in the small things, God will trust you with the big things.”   Story #3 — The Single Mother and Her Coins A true story from South Africa: A single mother of three used to bring her tithe every Sunday — a few coins in a folded envelope. One week her pastor told her, “You don’t have to feel guilty for giving so little.” She smiled and said, “Pastor, this isn’t about guilt. Every time I give, I remind myself that I still trust God with what I have.” A year later, she started a small baking business — and every week, she testified that God multiplied her “faithfulness” far more than her money. “Tithing isn’t a tax — it’s a testimony.” Galatians 6:9: “Do not grow weary in doing good, for in due time you will reap if you do not give up.” God gave you a life, a gift, and a calling. You don’t need to be perfect — you just need to be faithful. Step Focus Scripture Story/Reminder 1 Know it… You are God’s investment Psalm 139:14 The violin in the Master’s hands 2 Grow it… Build your faith and character 2 Peter 1:5–7 The bamboo tree roots 3 Show it… Be faithful and fruitful Matthew 25:21 The faithful mother’s tithe “When you grow, everything around you grows.” “When you are faithful, God adds more to your life.” Story #4 — The Janitor Who Became a NASA Engineer Back in the 1960s, when NASA was preparing to send a man to the moon, President John F. Kennedy visited one of the space centre’s. As he walked through the hallways, he noticed a janitor sweeping the floor. The President stopped and asked, “What are you doing, sir?” The man looked up, smiled, and said, “Mr. President, I’m helping put a man on the moon.” He wasn’t just sweeping floors — he was serving with purpose. Years later, that same man continued to work faithfully, learning small technical skills on the side. Eventually, NASA trained him as a technician. He went from cleaning the floor to helping launch rockets. “He didn’t get promoted because he was the most talented — he was promoted because he was the most faithful.” That’s exactly what Jesus meant in Matthew 25:21: “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many.” You may feel like your part is small… But God watches how you handle the small things. And when you stay faithful, He opens doors that talent alone never could. Maybe today you’re sweeping the floors in life — but God sees someone who’s preparing to launch something greater.” Closing Challenge: Don’t bury what God placed in you. Don’t let fear silence your gift. Don’t let comparison kill your confidence. Because when God returns, He won’t ask, “What did you get?” He’ll ask, “What did you do with what I gave you?” Let’s be found faithful — using, growing, and multiplying what He entrusted to us.

    59 min
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