Bishop Emmanuel Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay

The Blessings of Joining a Bacenta

Numbers 11: 16 (KJV) reads, “And the Lord said unto Moses, Gather unto me seventy men of the elders of Israel, whom thou knowest to be the elders of the people, and officers over them; and bring them unto the tabernacle of the congregation, that they may stand there with thee.”

 

In today’s message, Rev Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay teaches us the “blessings of joining a Bacenta.” A Bacenta is a little fellowship formed from the church for high quality, loving care that can be administered to the members so that the church will grow. Jesus himself was a Bacenta leader. A Bacenta builds one another with love. 

 

There are several blessings associated with being in a Bacenta. Some of these blessings includes having a loving and caring Bacenta leader who will know your name, know who you are personally and guide you and help you with any issues that may arise. Your Bacenta leader will treat you like their own family member and be your friend. A good Bacenta leader rallies people and encourages Sunday morning service attendance and be an active member of the church.

Attempt to do Business in Great Waters

Psalms 107: 19-20 (KJV) reads, “then they cry unto the Lord in their trouble, and he saveth them out of their distress; he sent his word, and he healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.”

 

In today’s message, Rev Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay teaches us to, “Attempt to do Great Business in Great Waters.” Don’t be in the business of being superficial. A superficial relationship leads to nowhere. When you love God deeply, what you have becomes His and what he has becomes yours.

 

By having a deep relationship with the Lord, you can cry out to the Lord in trouble, and he will deliver you. This is not the end, the Lord still needs to heal you from the wounds through His word, which is what brings you healing. When the Lord answers your cry, don't sit back, and think that is it. Make sure to listen to God and apply preventative maintenance by engaging in His word.

Attempt to Have Great Gain

1 Timothy 6:6-8  (KJV) reads, "But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And have food and raiment let us be therewith content."

 

In today's message, Reverend Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay teaches us to "Attempt to have Great Gain." Godliness with contentment is great gain; to be content is not to have what you want, but to want what you already have. If Godliness comes first, contentment will always follow.

 

We all came into this world with nothing, so we all need to forget about the things themselves, and think about the God that provides them.

Attempt to Build A Church For God

2 Timothy 2:19-21 reads: 

19 Nevertheless the solid foundation of God stands, having this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Let everyone who names the name of Christ depart from iniquity.”

20 But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay, some for honor and some for dishonor. 

21 Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.

 

In today's message, Reverend Kodwo Orleans- Lindsay teaches us to "Attempt to Build a Great House for God." With his guidance, you will learn how God's house is built with a variety of people, not just one type. Embracing diversity is what makes a great house for God. It's our differences that make us stronger! 

 

The foundation for a great house is love. By loving God's people, you show that you love Him, and He can only love you more in return.

Attempt To Preach and Teach

John 21:15-17 KJV reads, 

15 "So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs.

 

16 He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep.

 

17 He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep." 

 

In today's message Reverend Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay teaches us to "Attempt To Preach and Teach" 

 

You'll learn the difference between preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You'll also learn the reasons why feeding God's sheep is a necessity to the faith. As Christians, we're called to go into the world and make disciples for the Lord through one-on-one visitations, preaching and teaching.

 

May the Grace of God be with you as you answer to Jesus Christ's call to feed His sheep!

Attempt to Love God

Matthew 22:36-40 reads, "[36] Master, which is the great commandment in the law?

[37] Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.

[38] This is the first and great commandment.

[39] And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

[40] On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets." 

 

In today's message Reverend Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay teaches on "Ways to Love The Lord For Yourself." 

 

You'll learn "How loving God is a Great Attempt!" And how love is a decision of the heart. You will also learn practical ways (gleaned from scripture) in which the Lord receives love. 

 

May the Lord reveal Himself to you as you make loving Him and feeding His sheep a priority! Be blessed!

Attempt Great Things for God and Not for Yourself

Matthew 6:33 reads, "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." 

 

In today's message Reverend Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay teaches on "How to Attempt Great Things for God and not for self" 

 

What you are being taught is how you can Attempt Great things for God and live a blessed life. May learn the reason why it is important to please God. May you learn from Jacob, Solomon, and the Rich fool's story why it is important to put God first over everything. You'll also learn practical ways in which you can please God and not self.

 

May you experience the life of abundance that comes with pleasing God!

Attempt Greater Works for God

Jeremiah 33:3 reads, "Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and show thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not." 

 

In today's message Reverend Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay teaches on "How to Attempt Great Things for God and Expect Great Things." 

 

What you are being taught is "How to Attempt Great Things for God and Expect Great Things through Fasting and Prayer." In this New Year, plant a good seed by actively participating in 3-week fasting prayer. May you learn ways in which you can draw closer to God through fasting and prayer. May you learn how engaging in fasting and prayer can free you from strongholds. May you be encouraged to get in the habit of waking up early in the morning and seeking the Lord in prayer. 

 

May you experience a great harvest as you plant good seeds through fasting and prayer this season!

Christmas Day Message: Seven Mistakes of the Inn Keeper

Merry Christmas! In this special Christmas Day message Reverend Kodwo Orleans Lindsay teaches on the 7 Mistakes of the innkeeper. Looking at Luke 2 as a point of reference ask yourself, ‘Where is Jesus placed in my life?’Most have placed Jesus in not such a good place, like a manager, like the last thing on a long to-do list.  

 

Christianity always requires a sacrifice. Don’t run away from hidden glory. Remember, it’s not easy to find gold but when you find Him, it will last for a long time. Listen in to get more details of what we can learn from the inn keeper to truly position God in His rightful place in our lives. 

 

May the teaching be a blessing to you!

The Principles of the Seven Lean and Fat Cows & Needing No Supervision

Genesis 41:29-30 reads, “Behold, there come seven years of great plenty throughout all the land of Egypt: And there shall arise after them seven years of famine; and all the plenty shall be forgotten in the land of Egypt; and the famine shall consume the land”

 

In today’s message Reverend Kodwo Orleans-Lindsay teaches on the principal of 7 lean and fat cows, as well as not needing supervision in your life. 

 

What you are being taught is how you can manage the resources that God has given for your own benefit. May you learn from those who are in the years of the fattened cow. May you learn to lead yourself for God rewards people who need little supervision to do the work of the kingdom. 

 

May your wise use of resources bring you richness!