Taking the promise for the week in Psalm 115:15, Pastor Nomthi at the October 6 Sunday service reminded the congregation that, when God blesses, there is no sorrow added. This, according to her, is unlike when people bless and it is never permanent.
She noted that sometimes the devil pretends to bless people but it is always in exchange for something more valuable. “But not so with God. God blesses you because He loves you and His blessings are new every day. His blessing today will be different and better than previous blessings,” she said.
She warned against parading or boasting in false blessings, the source of which is not God. Such gifts, she said, will only bring sorrow. “Who is the source of that blessing or gift you are showing off? If it is not from God, it will bring you sorrow. God should always be your source; that way, your blessing will not be stolen or taken back.”
WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT FROM PASTOR NOMTHI @ THURSDAY SHOWERS
Reading from Mark 14:43-51, Pastor Nomthi encouraged the congregation at the October 3 Thursday Showers service to always stay strong and trust God in their times of challenges. She noted that everyone has an assignment in life and each one must face the challenges on their path in accomplishing their assignments.
She advised that when going through tough times and one feels forsaken by loved ones, one should know that it is a battle one is meant to fight alone. “The assignment is yours and not another’s. Do not feel despondent because you have been abandoned. This is an assignment you have been called to do alone,” she said.
She noted however that God is with always there for His own. In her words, “He has promised He will never leave you nor forsake you. You will not die in that challenge. Whatever challenge you are facing, it is your assignment; with God’s help, you will fulfill it in Jesus name.”
