Theology

*07/06/2026* *THANKSGIVING SERVICE* TOPIC: *WHAT DOES GOD DO?* CONTINUING PROVISION AND PRESENCE  - God will sometimes overrule the natural order by the miraculous  True Miracles  Elijah 1 Kings 17-18; 2 Kings 1 ELIJAH ON MOUNT CARMEL IV 1 Kings 18:16-46 Elijah pointed out that he is the only one of the Lord’s prophets left (1 Kings 18:22). He did not reveal that there were other prophets of the Lord who had survived in hiding (1 King 18:4). Certainly, he was the only one prophet who took a public stand. The unequal contest between 450 prophets and one prophet would involve two bulls. The prophets of Baal were to select one bull, and the other bull would belong to Elijah, who was representing the Lord God of Israel. Each party would offer their bull as a burnt offering, but neither could light the fire themselves. The god being worshipped would have to prove himself by providing fire for the offering (1 Kings 18:23-24). *Tithes & Offering* Genesis 14:18-20 Account nam...

*03/06/2026* *MID WEEK SERVICE* TOPIC: *WHAT DOES GOD DO?* CONTINUING PROVISION AND PRESENCE  - God will sometimes overrule the natural order by the miraculous  True Miracles  Elijah 1 Kings 17-18; 2 Kings 1 ELIJAH ON MOUNT CARMEL III 1 Kings 18:16-46 When the large crowd had assembled, Elijah addressed them: *How long will you waver between two opinions* (1 Kings 18:21a). The root of the problem was that the people were wanting to have things both ways. They wanted to serve both God and Baal. But God requires absolute devotion, not partial worship (Exodus 20:3-4), the same sin condemned as being neither cold or hot (Revelation 3:15-16). The people were not able to respond, probably because the King was present (1 Kings 18:21b). *©️2026* *Ecumenican Church Nigeria ™️* WhatsApp/Telegram: *+2348052366039* Email: *johnifesanya@gmail.com* *www.johnifesanya.blogspot.com* *#ECN Ibadan #* Powered by *JDIS*

*31/05/2026* *ANOINTING HEALING AND COMMUNION SERVICE* TOPIC: *WHAT DOES GOD DO?* CONTINUING PROVISION AND PRESENCE  - God will sometimes overrule the natural order by the miraculous  True Miracles  Elijah 1 Kings 17-18; 2 Kings 1 ELIJAH ON MOUNT CARMEL II 1 Kings 18:16-46 Elijah told Ahab to bring people from all over Israel as well as the prophets of Baal and of Asherah to a meeting on Mount Carmel, a high mountain overlooking the Mediterranean Sea (1 Kings 18:20). The King may have been angry with the prophet, but he respected the power the Lord had given him and obeyed the prophet’s instructions and summoned the prophets and the people. *©️2026* *Ecumenican Church Nigeria ™️* WhatsApp/Telegram: *+2348052366039* Email: *johnifesanya@gmail.com* *www.johnifesanya.blogspot.com* *#ECN Ibadan #* Powered by *JDIS*

*27/05/2026* *MID WEEK SERVICE* TOPIC: *WHAT DOES GOD DO?* CONTINUING PROVISION AND PRESENCE  - God will sometimes overrule the natural order by the miraculous  True Miracles  Elijah 1 Kings 17-18; 2 Kings 1 ELIJAH ON MOUNT CARMEL 1 Kings 18:16-46 Ahab regarded Elijah as simply another rainmaking priest, like those in Africa, who could make or stop rain. Where Obadiah had greeted him respectfully as *my lord Elijah* (1 Kings 18:7). Because Elijah was sent by the Lord, he had no fear of the king. He defended himself and delivered the word from the Lord. It was not he who had brought trouble on Israel, but Ahab and his father’s house. They were the ones who had abandoned the Lord’s command and have followed the Baals. Elijah used the plural to make the point that there were numerous shrines dedicated to Baal. The extent to which this is true is revealed in Elijah’s words that there were 450 prophets of Baal and 400 prophets of Asherah who eat at Jezebel’s table, meaning tha...

*BIRTHDAY OF THE CHURCH* May 24, 2026 - Pentecost Sunday  In the Upper Room, the Apostles were gathered in fear, uncertainty and sorrow after Christ’s departure. But when the Holy Spirit came upon them like a mighty wind and tongues of fire rested upon them, everything changed. The frightened disciples became courageous missionaries. Those who once hid behind locked doors boldly proclaimed the Gospel before nations and crowds. *Through the power of the Holy Spirit, the Church was born* That is why Pentecost is called the birthday of the Church. On this day, God did not leave His people orphaned. Instead, He sent the Holy Spirit - the Advocate, Comforter and Guide - to remain with the Church forever. The same Holy Spirit who empowered the Apostles continues to guide the Church today through every age, trial, persecution and challenge. Pentecost reminds us that Christianity is not merely about tradition or rituals. It is a living relationship with God through the Holy Spirit. The Spi...

*24/05/2026* *2026 PENTECOST SUNDAY* THEME: *THE GOSPEL WITHOUT HEALING AND MIRACLES* “Why should it be thought a thing incredible with you, that God should raise the dead?” Acts 26:8 Miracles and healings raise a question; some people say the days of miracles are gone. Others say, even though, God heals, but some conditions are too bad for God to heal. Check through the Gospels, we will see impossibilities turn to possibilities by our Lord Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever. Hebrews 13:8 The Word of God is real, true and alive. Miracles and healings are living testimonies to the authenticity of the Bible. *The ministry of Jesus Christ* had 3 cardinal areas, that of Preaching, teaching and healing. The three areas are exclusive to the life of Jesus; one cannot be substituted for the other. The three complement one another. What is preached and taught should be demonstrated and seen by all to be true and real. During the life of Jesus, diverse miracles a...