Love, Money & Power

In our midweek service yesterday, Pastor Laju Iren taught on Love, Money, and Power🔥

She laid the foundation by stating that true love delights in all things, but the love of money doesn’t.

On LOVE and MONEY, here are a few things to note;

* Be rich in the things that count, like character (Proverbs 8:10-11, 1 Samuel 25:2).

* Marriage is a covenant, not a company (Ephesians 5:22). We must submit and love God’s way.

* TOOT: Trust | Oneness | Open communication | Transparency are necessary for a peaceful marriage (Psalm 133:3).

* Cut your cloth according to your size (1 Timothy 6:6).

* Practice intentional generosity as a family.

* Learn to reject unhealthy competition in marriage and embrace oneness. A win for one is a win for all (Hebrews 10:24).

* Marriage is in seasons, so we must learn to love the same regardless of them.

On LOVE and POWER, we were taught that family is a powerful assignment and must be treated as such. Pastor Laju broke down the teaching into two; for men and for women.

Here’s wisdom for men👇🏻

* Find the right place to take off your armour; vulnerability is strength.

* ⁠Money and power won’t fix insecurity.

* ⁠Bad company corrupts good manners.

* ⁠Vices can derail destiny, so there is wisdom in avoiding them entirely.

* Communicate grievances through firm leadership, not grudges.

* When a woman succeeds in your care, God is pleased. (1 Peter 3:7).

* Honour God.

Lessons for Women👇🏼

* Be on the Lord’s side. (Esther 5:3, Mark 6:22, 2 Samuel 6:15-16).

* ⁠It’s not in your place to humble your husband. (2 Samuel 6:20).

* ⁠You’re not the head of your home. (1 Peter 3:3-4).

* ⁠Success in life and marriage is possible. So work towards attaining that and don't shrink yourself.

* ⁠Respect your husband’s systems, work, and assignments.

* ⁠Beware of false role models.

* ⁠Being a helpmate is a powerful assignment. You matter.

As we step into the rest of the week, let's remember that love must remain our foundation, character our true wealth, and honour our posture. May we steward love, money, and power with wisdom, building homes and lives that reflect God’s design and please Him.❤️

Missed the service? Watch the replay on Celebration Church TV on YouTube. We can’t wait to see you on Sunday! 😊💃🏻