Holy Communion: A Covenant of Love

 

Rev'd G. S. Adeyemo 

Text: Luke 22:19–20; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26

Introduction

The Holy Communion is more than a religious observance; it is a covenant meal that reminds us of God's unfailing love demonstrated through Jesus Christ. As we partake of the bread and the cup, we remember His body broken for us and His blood shed for the forgiveness of our sins.

1. A Sanctifying Covenant

The blood of Christ cleanses us from sin and sets us apart for God's purpose. Through His sacrifice, we are made holy and called to live lives that reflect His character. Reference: Hebrews 10:10, 14; 1 John 1:7.

2. A Sufficient Covenant

Christ's sacrifice is complete and perfect. Nothing can be added to what He accomplished on the cross. His grace is sufficient for our salvation, forgiveness, strength, and daily victory. Reference: Hebrews 10:12; 2 Corinthians 12:9.

3. A Sacrificial Covenant

God's love was expressed through the ultimate sacrifice of His Son. As recipients of this love, we are called to love God wholeheartedly and love one another sacrificially. Reference: John 15:13; Ephesians 5:2.

Conclusion

As we come to the Lord's Table, let us examine our hearts, receive His cleansing, trust in the sufficiency of His finished work, and renew our commitment to walk in love. The Holy Communion is a covenant of love that sanctifies us, is sufficient for every need, and calls us to a life of sacrificial devotion.

Key Verse: "This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is shed for you." — Luke 22:20.

THE GOD THAT CHANGES TIMES AND SEASONS

Rev'd G. S. Adeyemo

TEXT: “Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his: And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding: He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him.” Daniel 2:20–22 

Introduction There is always a saying that “No condition is permanent” Life is governed by times and seasons. There are seasons of joy and seasons of sorrow, seasons of increase and seasons of waiting, seasons of planting and seasons of harvest. Nations experience seasons. Churches experience seasons. Families experience seasons. Individuals experience seasons. Daniel declared that our God is the One who changes times and seasons. This means no situation is permanent when God steps in. The God we serve is sovereign over history, circumstances, leadership, opportunities, and destinies. The Lord had laid this topic upon the heart of our leader in this Association for this quarter fellowship today to remind us that God is still at work in His church and in our lives. Though the world changes rapidly, God remains constant and faithful. 

1. God Controls Time and Seasons Daniel acknowledged that times and seasons are not controlled by luck, human wisdom, or political power. God is in charge. There are moments when people feel delayed, forgotten, or abandoned. But God’s clock never fails. He knows when to open doors, when to close doors, when to promote, and when to prepare His people for greatness or breakthrough. Today shall be your season and time of solution in Jesus name. The Bible says, “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1 As delegates and servants of God, we must learn to discern divine seasons. 

• A season of revival 
• A season of evangelism 
• A season of greater commitment 

2. God Changes Difficult Seasons Daniel spoke these words while living in captivity in Babylon. A place of containment of destiny and hopelessness. Some people might have crashed out of frustration and disappointment, Yet Daniel testified about the sovereignty of God over times and seasons. This is a lesson to us that difficult conditions do not cancel God’s authority. But the God who changed Daniel’s story can change every unfavorable situation. The Psalmist says, “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” Psalm 30:5 

3. God Removes and Raises Leaders Leadership is stewardship, not ownership. God raises leaders for His purpose and glory. We must pray for godly leadership in our churches, association, communities, and nation. Daniel declared: “He removeth kings, and setteth up kings.” Leadership is ultimately ordained by God. Therefore, leaders must serve with humility, integrity, and accountability. 

 4. God Gives Wisdom to His People The challenges of ministry today require divine wisdom. Human intelligence alone cannot solve spiritual problems. Daniel succeeded because God granted him wisdom and understanding. The word of God says, “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God…” James 1:5 The church and the nation today need: Wisdom in decision-making Wisdom in conflict resolution Wisdom in raising the next generation 

5. God Reveals and Deals with Deep and Secret Things Nothing is hidden from God. He knows what you are going through. It might have defied all efforts, but today God will reveal the way forward in Jesus name. God reveals direction to those who stay close to Him. The future of the church will not be secured by human strategies alone, but by spiritual discernment and dependence on God. Daniel said: “He revealeth the deep and secret things.” 

Conclusion Brethren, arise from your valley of defeat and put your defeat under your feet for the Lord who changes times and seasons has never changed, He is ready to give you a new song and take you to the next level in Jesus name. You need to be strong in faith, ferment in prayer and cheerful in hope. This is your season to break forth with greater glory! 

Rev’d G. S. Adeyemo 

Pastor, Christ Baptist Church, Alimosho, 

Consultant, The Good News Baptist Association Lagos

MESSAGE DELIVERED AT THE 2ND QUARTER FELLOWSHIP OF THE GOOD NEWS BAPTIST ASSOCIATION HELD AT CHRIST BAPTIST CHURCH ALIMOSHO LAGOS ON THE 6TH OF JUNE 2026 

God with Us

 

Rev'd G. S. Adeyemo

Introduction

 The name Emmanuel is not just a title; it is a revelation. It tells us what God has done, what God is doing, and what God will continue to do. Jesus came not as an angel, but as a human born in a manger, wrapped in swaddling clothes. This means He understands us. He knows our pains, our fears, our struggles, and our limitations. Hebrews 4:15 (KJV) reminds us that He was “touched with the feeling of our infirmities.” Jesus came to save His people from their sins (Matthew 1:21). 

His presence does not expire but  He is with us in:

Times of peace and times of trouble

Times of abundance and times of need

Times of clarity and times of confusion

 God With Us 

The basic truth we need to know in time like this is, Whatever you may be going through as an individual or whenever there is palpable fear and trembling in the nation, people of God must remember that:

1. God is Present

2. God is Personal

3. God is Powerful

Isaiah 7 occurs during a moment of national fear. King Ahaz ruled Judah while Rezin ruled Syria and Pekah ruled Israel Ephraim. Syria and Israel formed an alliance to attack Jerusalem Isaiah 7:1–2. Ahaz and the people “trembled” because the threat was real but God sent Isaiah with a message of reassurance that Judah will not be destroyed Isaiah 7:3–7. 

The people were afraid, but God intervened—a reminder that He never abandons His own. You will not be abandoned in the face of your struggles and adversaries in Jesus name. 

How do I know this?

1. God is Present: God is with His people in times of fear No situation is beyond His reach. Though the kings planned evil, God declared: “It shall not stand, neither shall it come to pass.” Human threats cannot overrule God’s purposes because God is present.

2. God is Personal: He comes near in love to identify with His own in their real circumstances. He came in person to earth to experience what we  experience. 

At creation the original purpose of God was and is to be in eternal relationship with man. Hence, He deposited Himself in the man created in His image. However, the relationship was breached as a result of the rebellion of the man against the will of God. The same thing continues to plague humanity and had created a chasm between man and God. Thus the Bible says, “For all men have sinned and come short of the glory of God” Romans 3: 23. 

All efforts of man to bridge the gap had always been futile. Prophets were sent, angels came and laws were given to bring us back to God but to no avail. 

 God with us, a fulfilment in Jesus Christ. Christianity is not man reaching God but God reaching man. This season and it’s celebration is about a person. God is just above there waiting for us to return home but going out the way to come in person as a man to identify with us in all our struggles and futility. He has come to abide with us and taking on himself consequences of our sins so that we can be redeemed eternally. Immanuel is never a title of distance but of intimacy. It is about God’s presence as answer to our fear. He came through the birth of Jesus Christ to dwell with us permanently.

The practical implications of God with us are:

1. We are not alone in suffering

2. We are not abandoned in uncertainty

3. We are not hopeless even in death. 

The final words of our Lord before ascension is, “...lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world”

3. God is Powerful: God’s presence brings salvation, deliverance, prosperity and peace. God overrules the plans of the enemy. Human conspiracies cannot stop His purpose for our life.

Let us trust Him and see His deliverance in our life.