Bishop Emmanuel Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay

If You Are Too Busy to Pray, Then You Are Too Busy Indeed

“Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime."
Daniel 6:10 (KJV)

In this message, Reverend Lindsay teaches about two important principles of prayer. We learn from the life of Daniel in the Bible that while Daniel was a very prominent man in his time, he still made time to pray 3 times a day. As Christians, we can’t be too busy to pray. Daniel knew the importance of prayer and that’s why he risked his life to continue praying. Remember that nothing we have is by our own might. Daniel’s success was sustained through prayer. It is imperative that we develop our prayer lives as Christians and follow Daniel’s example.

Transformation by the Holy Spirit

Baptism with the Holy Spirit gives you power and sonship in God’s house.

 

Acts 1: 4 (KJV) reads, “ And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.”

 

In this message Rev. Lindsay teaches about the importance of speaking in tongues and how to receive Holy Ghost Baptism. Speaking in tongues represent a divine voice of the born-again spirit. Tongues allow you to pray according to the will of God. And they give you a special language that is only for our Heavenly Father to understand.

 

As Christians, God has given us a free gift in the Holy Spirit but have we fully received it ? May we receive this awesome gift and let it flow throughout our daily lives.

The Communion of the Holy Spirit

2 Corinthians 13:14 (KJV) reads, "The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen." 

 

In this message, Reverend Lindsay teaches about the "Communion of the Holy Spirit." Communion is where our lives meet with the life of the Holy Spirit. Without the influence of the Holy Spirit, we cannot live fulfilled Christian lives. The Holy Spirit plays many roles, and without Him, we cannot go further. We must constantly and consistently seek the help and guidance of the Holy Spirit and pray that His presence is with us, always.

The Holy Spirit The Helper

John 14:25-27 (KJV) says, “ These things have I spoken unto you, being yet present with you. But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.”

 

In this message Rev. Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay starts a new series on “  “ The Reality of the Holy Spirit - The Anointing and the Spirit””. He preaches about the sometimes forgotten but beautiful gift of the Helper, the Holy Spirit. As Christians we need the Holy Spirit; we cannot live a fruitful life without it. We learn that Jesus, King David, and even God needed the Holy Spirit; without the Holy Spirit we as Christians can do no good and lose our power. As its says in John 14:16 Jesus gave us not only the gift of everlasting life with God but an ever-present “Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever”.

 

A spirit filled-person is different from a worldly person, so let us receive, see, and know the Holy Spirit deeply and intimately and live spirit filled life!

The Right Christian Mentality: Practicing Anaiedeia

Mark 8:38 (KJV) says, “ Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.”

 

In today’s message, Rev. Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay preaches on being shameless about God, using the Greek term “anadideia”. We must be bold about God’s business. As it says in Romans 1:16, let us not be ashamed of the Gospel of Christ it is our source of power. When we are ashamed we are depriving ourselves of our blessing as Christians and depriving the world of real Christian power.People that are “man-pleasers” will never serves God fully and who God can use. God will not boldly bless you and will deny those that are ashamed of him

 

Let us not treat God like an umbrella, forgotten and only used in storms. May we be God’s light and be bold and stand for Him always.

The Right Christian Mentality : Practicing Biazo

Matthew 11:12 (KJV) says, "And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force." 

 

In this message, Reverend Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay preaches on "The Right Mentality of a Christian," using the concept of "biazo," the Greek word meaning "to force." Without a forceful attitude, we cannot be good and effective Christians. Like Esau, those who refuse to apply force will let their birthright just slip away. Every Christian faces trials. Every Christian will have difficulties. But what sets successful ones apart is their drive to fight and win. We cannot find success without "biazo," the ability to force our way through. 

 

May God grant us the spirit of biazo, so that we may stand and fight.

Why did God send His Son

John 3:17 reads (KJV);  “For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.”

In today’s message Rev. Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay preaches about the two types of people in the Church. One type of person never leaves God’s house and has a relationship with God; they are a good Christian. The other type is the unbeliever; born in the church but has no relationship with God.

Let us not abandon God’s relationship because we have God’s blessing. May we be connected to the source of blessing our Abba Father. The blessing that is giving you security is nothing without the Source. Let us not treat God like an umbrella that we only call on during the rain.

A relationship with God is crucial. Recognizing the need for the relationship can be your turning point like Prodigal/Hero son from Luke 15. God can wipe you clear of ALL sin! In the sight of the Lord you are worth dying for! May our life with God resurrect again and may we be engaged to Him again!

Practicing Anakgazo: Practical Steps to Anakgazo Part 2

Mark 8:38 reads (KJV); "If anyone is ashamed of me and my message in these adulterous and sinful days, the Son of Man will be ashamed of that person when he returns in the glory of his Father with the holy angels."

In today's message, Rev. Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay continues the series on practicing Anagkazo. The basis of Anagkazo is charity and compelling others to do the right things, and it only comes from a pure heart of which we must be grateful for. Taking the time to invest in others is crucial, as our knowledge of Christ is useless unless we spread it to others as well.

Will you go to Jesus and be his servant? Or will you just sit down and enjoy the blessings of the Lord? We must not be ashamed of our love for Christ, and we must bring others to fill His house. We should be proud of our status with the Lord, and we should be able to express our loyalty to Him always.

Practicing Anakgazo: Practical steps to Anakgazo Part 1

Luke 14:15 (KJV) reads, “And when one of them that sat at meat with him heard these things, he said unto him, Blessed is he that shall eat bread in the kingdom of God.”
 
In today’s message, Rev Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay teaches us, “The practice of the Kingdom/Anakgazo. “  Everyone, every family, who uses the Word of God will be blessed. God’s plan and will are in his Word. The word of God is everything, It is a guide, and leads to blessings. The Kingdom of God does not come  commonly. We have to behave like newborn babes in order to receive the bread of the Kingdom.
 
Jesus is the bread of life; Jesus is also the Word of God. Anyone who comes to eat the bread of life is blessed. We shouldn’t be the only one enjoying the bread of the Kingdom, we must bring more souls to the Kingdom to share the bread of life with. We need to be encouraged to go out and teach the word of the Lord. By using Anakgazo, we apply the compelling power and rebuke those who are living in disobedience.  Through Anakgazo, the church is blessed, and more souls will come forth to enjoy the bread of the Kingdom.

Practicing Anagkazo: Reasons why Anagkazo is an Important Revelation

Luke 14:23 (KJV) reads: "And the lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled."

 

In today's message, Rev. Kodwo Orleans Lindsay begins a new series: Anagkazo. Anagkazo is the Greek word which means "to compel, to force, to necessitate." Rev Lindsay teaches us practical methods of applying the spirit of anagkazo. He provides key points on how a person who practices anagkazo is expected to think and act when it comes to doing the work of the Lord.

 

May we rise up and take the call of God seriously. Go out into all areas of our lives and “compel them to come in”, that His house may be filled!