Lecture Notes on Spiritual Encounter and Revelation of Jesus

Opening Worship and Prayer

• Worship led by Pastor Shola.
• Encouraged to seek a divine encounter.
• Prayer for God's grace and enlightenment of understanding.

Introduction

• Sensed a special move in the spirit during worship.
• Stretched hands to worship team, praying for prophetic songs and encounters.
• Emphasis on raising mighty men and women in worship.

Appreciation and Acknowledgment

• Celebrated Pastor Shola and his wife for their dedication and goodness.
• Importance of strategic relationships in God's plan.
• Honor and appreciation for the church community.

Main Sermon Points

• Understanding Jesus Christ: Discussed the importance of knowing Jesus and His statements.
  • Reference: John 14:6 - Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life.
  • Emphasis on listening to the teachings for deeper understanding.
• Miracles and Glory: Explored the purpose of Jesus' miracles.
  • Reference: John 2:11 - Miracles manifest Jesus' glory and bolster belief.
  • Reference: John 20:30-31 - Miracles written to lead to faith and life in Jesus' name.
• Continuous Revelation: The necessity of revealing Jesus through our lives.
  • Ephesians 2:10 - We are God's workmanship created for good works.
  • Matthew 5:16 - Our good works should glorify God.
  • Ephesians 3:10 - Demonstrating God's wisdom through the church.

Importance of Reflecting Jesus

• The church must manifest Jesus for His full revelation.
• John 17:1 - Jesus prays for His glorification to glorify the Father.
• The role of believers in glorifying Jesus through their lives and actions.

Call to Action

• Individual Revelation: Each believer must reveal Jesus uniquely.
  • Use every aspect of life (e.g., business, family) to reveal Jesus.
  • Emphasized that different people reveal different facets of Jesus.
• Dying to Self: True surrender means exalting Jesus above personal ambitions.
  • Encouraged to connect all needs and desires to the revelation of Jesus.
• Holistic Ministry: Importance of integrating faith into all aspects of life, not just church activities.
  • Christian impact should extend to societal transformation.

Impartation and Prayers

• Women and Prophetic Ministry: Special prayer for women to rise in their divine roles.
  • Emphasis on prophetic intercessors and other ministries.
• Parents and Children: Prayers for wisdom and alignment in raising children for God's purposes.
• Financial Prosperity: Encouragement and prayer for financial blessings and responsibilities.
  • Highlighted that prosperity should serve the purpose of revealing Jesus.
• Spiritual Growth: Prayer for those called into ministry to embrace their calling.

Final Encouragement

• Each believer's role in manifesting Jesus is crucial.
• Continuous remembrance of God's past goodness is essential for humility and obedience.
• A call to live lives that reflect Jesus in every way.

Conclusion

• Prayer for peace in families and overcoming societal issues through the revelation of Jesus.
• Recognition that every believer has a unique role in revealing Jesus.
• Encouragement to live a surrendered life focused on God's glory and revelation.