Bishop Emmanuel Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay

Those Who Honor: How to Make Honoring Easy

Romans 13:7 (KJV)  states, "Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.”

 

In today's message, Rev. Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay preaches on how to make honoring easy. Many people miss their blessings because they do not honor others, and do not appreciate the people God has sent us. God doubts anyone who is not faithful, and we must please Him by honoring with admiration and conviction. Honoring is easy when you love someone as God loves us. We must learn that honoring does not supply a need, but it is what you owe to others.

Those Who Honor: Levels of Honor

Proverbs 3:9-10 (KJV) says, “9 Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:10 So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.” 

 

In this message Reverend Lindsay preaches on the “Levels of Honor”. The definition of honor of holding something/someone to high esteem or with great respect. When we honor God and those He has placed in our lives it comes with great rewards. Honor is like a currency that lifts you up. People who are proud do not like to show respect. There is a change of behavior and attitude when we lead with a life of honor.

 

There are levels of honor when we recognize these levels, we will worship God more wholeheartedly, listen to His word gladly and receive God’s representatives fully. Our lives can be changed when we take honor seriously!

My Father, My Father

John 10:14-15 (KJV) reads, “14 I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine.15 As the Father knoweth me, even so know I the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep.”

 

In today's message titled "My Father, My Father", Rev. Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay reminds us that we have a shepherd that cares for us and loves us. God is not stone or a wooden figure; Jesus refers to God as the Father, and we should also have this same relationship with Him. The Lord created the world to father us and take us on as His own children. Christianity is about family, when you come to the Lord as your Father, He has your back and He will give anything for you. No matter what struggles you have come from, nothing will keep you from the Father.

A Church Service is More Than a Service but a Blessing

“12 Then said he also to him that bade him, When thou makest a dinner or a supper, call not thy friends, nor thy brethren, neither thy kinsmen, nor thy rich neighbours; lest they also bid thee again, and a recompence be made thee. 13 But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind: 14 And thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just.”                

Luke 14: 12-14 (KJV)

In this message Reverend Lindsay sets the stage for the upcoming swollen Sunday in the form of International Sunday. A church service is more than a service but a blessing. If you want to truly serve God you must do it with your heart without expecting anything in return.

International Sunday is like the service noted in Luke 14, where the Master and his servants must prepare. How do we practically prepare? We prepare with prayer, fasting, gathering of different nationalities, evangelism and follow up. 

As it says in Psalm 90:16-17, when we serve the Lord, He’ll cause his beauty to be on us and for we will be blessed, in Jesus name.

How To Be Humble Like a Child: Part 2

“At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them, and said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.”

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭18:1-4‬ ‭(KJV)

In today's message, Reverend Lindsay continues his series on humility specifically being humble like a child. We are reminded that the root of every sin is pride: it was the seed the devil sowed in Adam and Eve. In the Kingdom of God, remaining a child makes you great. Like children, we should quickly forgive and forget. Unforgiveness in our hearts fosters pride. We should be truthful and transparent. The enemy wants us to hide in our sin and shame but when we’re humble enough to be naked, we’re set free by the truth. We are then able to receive help and deliverance. Humility is not something we pray about; it's an action we perform. Although humbling ourselves is tough, God grants grace for it. Being humble allows us to serve others and be servants in the kingdom of God.

How To Be Humble Like a Child: Part 1

"1 At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?

2 And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them,

3 And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.

4 Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven."

Matthew 18:1-4 (KJV)

In this week's message, Reverend Lindsay begins a new series on humility. He details the characteristics of children, and emphasizes the importance of becoming like them. Like children, we should be able to forgive and forget, copy, and trust. In this way, we become more humble people, and are able to grow closer to God.

How to Come Out of Your Wilderness

Mark 8:6 (KJV) “And he commanded the people to sit down on the ground: and he took the seven loaves, and gave thanks, and brake, and gave to his disciples to set before them; and they did set them before the people.”

In this message Reverend Lindsay preaches a special message of encouragement about “How to come out of your Wilderness”.  He outlines six points to help you move forward with purpose and hope.  Your wilderness will become a fruitful field, when you learn how to navigate it. 

Jesus cares and has compassion for your situation. Remember to count your blessings and be thankful for what you have. Speak a blessing on whatever things you have. Produce something so the Lord can bless it. Be hungry for Jesus and not things he produces. And always remember what God has done!

God wants us to live a life full and fully reliant on him, so don’t despair God’s promises are not in short supply. Let’s continually seek Him!

Part 2: 120 Reasons Why You Must Be a Soul Winner?

Mark 8:36-38 (KJV) reads: "For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? 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 gives a lesson on how and why we need to win souls for the Lord. Jesus expects the church to tell the world about Him, therefore we should not be ashamed. We must overcome our fears about witnessing and have faith that God's work is already done. God is not looking for perfect people to win souls, but willing people that incorporate soul winning into their daily lifestyles.

The Follow-up Ministry

“For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.”

Luke 19:10 (KJV)

 

In today's message, Reverend Lindsay continues his series on evangelism-with reasons why we should be soul winners. We learn in Luke 19:10 that Jesus’ main reason for coming into the world was to save the lost. As Christ is the head of church, we are to follow his lead. Just as our heads are useless without the body, Jesus cannot move forward without His church. Our job then is to also be soul winners. Rev. Lindsey speaks on being witnesses to people by warning them and also speaks on the importance of following up with every single soul we speak to so that they are established in their faith.

Part 1: 120 Reasons Why You Must Be a Soul Winner?

Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;

2 Corinthians 5:17-18

In today's message, Reverend Lindsay continues the series on soul-winning and its importance. Christians today have forgotten what our true purpose is. We need to inspire joy in heaven by winning souls! 

God didn't send us to make money or sit and listen to nice sermons; He sent us to win souls! It's time we get to work and fulfill the Great Commission.