Ebenezer Family Church

When Paul asks the Corinthians for money for the Jerusalem church, it does not seem like much more than a mere request. However, there are crucial specific points that he makes. God does work work randomly... He works in specifics and so should we!

Before we make wild predictions about the 'end times', we need to understand what Jesus said about them. In Matthew 24, the disciples ask Him 3 questions concerning the end. Their first question refers to Jesus telling them that the Temple would be destroyed. Hence, in our first part of this exposition, we see that Jesus is actually talking about the fall of Jerusalem and the destruction of the Te...

When we go through the mist and fog, it's always best to put your hazards on, slow down, and be aware, not only for your safety, but for others' safety as well. Likewise, in our faith, light is better than darkness as wisdom is better than folly!

Let's learn some lessons from the great character of John the Baptist. Although we are not called to do what he did, there is a pattern of calling and obedience in his story that is true of our purpose today!

When the world seems to suggest that we are not getting anywhere because we are following Christ, remember that He is the sovereign I AM! Not unto us, but to God be the glory!

Even as a child, Jesus was in the Temple courts speaking with rabbis and asking questions. The people were amazed at his understanding. In this particular narrative, we see how His fully divine and fully human natures are in play and almost at odds with each other. Let's learn some lessons from this extraordinary moment in the life of Christ!

Abner, the commander of King Saul's armies, got a shocking wake up call when David had managed to steal Saul's spear and jug of water. Sometimes, in our spiritual lives, God gives us wake up calls when we are not being obedient or trying too hard for the wrong thing. Let's be aware and heed the wake up calls!

Today, we have a look at the Lord's Supper: what it means; who it's for; why it's done. Sometimes we may think these questions are no-brainers, but when we delve into God's Word, we should learn to appreciate the true significance of this ordinance as commanded by Jesus!

We all know this passage, but we often misunderstand it. It is not a warning against judgement, but against hypocrisy. In fact, we need to take the log out of our own eyes so that we may see the specks in others' eyes clearly. And it starts with spending time with God, loving Him, and doing His work!

The next part of Jesus' life is a difficult journey down to Egypt to escape King Herod's massacre of the innocent baby boys in Bethlehem. There are great lessons to be learnt about obedience and the troubles we face in this life. Let's dive into this narrative today!

We all find ourselves in trials, but do we ever ask why? Yes, to build our faith and perseverance, but God sometimes puts us into trials for others. Just like Paul went to prison to reach a jailor and his family, let's be aware of God's work in others through our own trials!

Today we have a look at three stories, but our focus is on the two characters of Simeon and Anna. These were devout Temple-goers who spent their lives waiting for the Messiah. Let's learn some lessons from these two great examples of the Faith!

Hide and Seek can be a fun game to play in our normal lives, but it is definitely not what we want to be playing in our faith lives! Don't get stuck in the trap of sin and hiding away from God. He is waiting for you with open arms!

There are many misconceptions that are just plainly accepted in the Church today about this narrative. Let's dive into the real story of what happened with those first visitors to the newborn Messiah!

It's easy to complain about many things... the heat, loadshedding, service delivery, crime, etc. But as believers, let's strive to live as pure children of God. We can shine as bright as stars in this dark world, even just by not complaining!

Today's sermon takes the form of a theological lecture. We're dealing with the issue of the existence of suffering and evil and a good and holy God. Why does evil exist if a good God exists? Let's find out!

Job knew his character and his integrity. He weighed himself on Godly scales, not on worldly scales. Let's make our standard God's Word and not measure up to what the world demands!

One word comes to mind when talking about the Book of Job: suffering. Job knew suffering, yet he also knew hope. Let's learn some lessons from Job and his hope in Almighty God!

Jesus went up the mountain, sat down, and only then did his disciples join Him. In this simple passage, we can learn so much about waiting on the Lord and Him acting first. Let Him go before you today!

We don't have all that much time here on Earth. Make sure you are right with God and living each and every moment for His glory and His Kingdom!

The story of Esther has a wonderful and triumphant theme. We can see how God provides for Esther and Mordecai again and again, yet He is never mentioned. Let's learn some lessons from this exciting and romantic narrative!

Let's take encouragement in God's faithfulness. He is our Creator and our Sustainer! We can rest in the assurance that He will provide. Let's press on to know Him more and more.

There are great lessons to be learnt when we rekindle our passion for God's Word. Let's have a look at the spiritual life of Israel when they committed themselves once again to the Word!

Moses gave God excuses as we see it, or maybe just sensible reasons as he saw it. The fact is, with God, the impossible becomes possible. Don't let your reasons become excuses! God will make a way for you to carry out His work!

We live in the world, but we are not of it. Yet, we have to remember that the Enemy is clever and if we are not acting wisely, we are going to fall behind. Let's learn some lessons from the Parable of the Dishonest Manager in Luke 16 about acting shrewdly!