• Establishing the truth that the gifts of the Spirit are supernatural gifts and not natural talents.
• Understand that the gift of exhortation and encouragement available to all believers.
• Appreciate the relevance of the gift of exhortation and encouragement in  a  challenging world.
• Encourage believers to appreciate that the aim is not to stop at studying the gift but also encourage believers to covet the gift of exhortation and  
• Help us appreciate that the gift is meant to serve the body of Christ.

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• What are the purposes of the gifts-of the Holy Spirit?
• What is the gift of Exhortation and Encouragement?
• Did Jesus manifest the gift of Exhortation and Encouragement?
• How do I receive the Gift of Exhortation and Encouragement?
• What are the delivery mechanisms of the gift of Exhortation and encouragement?
• Why do we need the gift of Exhortation and encouragement?
• Are Christians admonished to exhort and encourage one and another or it is the remit of those called into the pastoral ministry?
• Can I thrive in the gift of Exhortation and Encouragement if I do not have confidence in people?
• What are the pragmatic ways of encouraging and exhorting one another?
• What is the role of Love in the delivery of Exhortation and Encouragement?
• Are there rewards for exhortation and Encouragement?

• The gift of Exhortation and Encouragement is a supernatural gift of the Holy Spirit to minister comfort, encouragement, and advice to other people in a way that they feel helped and healed with a hope for the future when they were in a seemingly hopeless predicament; It increases their faith and not just emotional wellbeing (Romans 12:8, 2 Corin 13:11)
• Jesus displayed the gift of Exhortation and encouragement (Luke 12:6–7, John 16:33, 2 Corinthians 12:9–10)
• All Believers are admonished to encourage and exhort one another (Hebrews 10:25, Hebrews 3:13, Hebrews 10:24–25)
• The gift of Exhortation and encouragement is closely linked with teaching and prophesy (Titus 2:15, 1 Corinthians 14:3)
• In order to be an effective encourager/exhorter, we must have confidence in the person that is meant to benefit from our gifting (Acts 9:26­28, Acts 15:36­40)
• Encouragement and exhortation can be delivered through words and also through action, there are times our words are required, in other instances, action is required (James 2:15 Acts 4:34­37, )
• Believers should be sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirt as there are some issues people are unwilling to disclose, it takes the Holy Spirit to reveal and give the right words or action to take, also do not discount the need to listen to peoples concerns and struggles; do not be too quick to speak (Hebrews 4:13, Proverbs 18:13).
• The gift of encouragement is not aimed at making people feel better emotionally but to make people obey and trust God (Matthew 11:28–30)
• The gift of encouragement and exhortation can be expressed privately and publicly to help people persevere in their faith in Christ when they are about to give up (Isaiah 41:10, 1 Corinthians 16:13, Matt 11:28)
• When believers prophesy, there is an element of the manifestation of the gift of encouragement (1 Corinthians 14:3)
• Every gift of the Holy spirit is meant to bless the body of Christ and give glory to God (Acts 11:24)

• We should always ask ourselves an important question, can I help in practical ways before we speak words of comfort, it might be that practical solution /help rather than words that they need.
• In order to be an effective encourager, we must be sensitive to other people and not be self-centered.
• Jesus should be the center of our encouragement It is all about God, the aim is for Jesus to be glorified and not to show our good we are
• Accept people for what they are and look forward to the journey and a brighter future for them
• Let us always remind each other about the promises of God as this can help in encouraging people to continue to rely on the word of God over their lives.
• Let us be that person to encourage someone to give it yet another push just as Jesus did for Peter (Luke 5:5)
• Motivation speakers can help people over certain emotional difficulties but cannot strengthen their faith but the person operating in the gift of encouragement helps the faith to grow because it is rooted in the word of God and spirit inspired
• Jesus is the wisdom of God, we need to be adept in the word of God as this can be very useful in skillfully identifying precepts and principles in God’s Word, Our encouragement must not contravene the word of God,
• Learn to be compassionate like Jesus Christ as compassion will enhance the flow of the Spirit (Matt 9:36).

• Help us appreciate that service and giving is a form of worship to God and changes us for the best.
• Help believers desire growth in both Service and Giving.
• Help us understand that growing in service and giving is the will of God.
• Help us appreciate that there is grace for growth in our service and giving.
• Understand that the grace of giving and service grows over time as our faith increases
• Know that sacrifice and consistency is a way of growing in giving and service
• Help Christians understand the recipe for growth in both Service and Giving
• Help us appreciate that growing in giving and service is not an option but an obligation for a believer.

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• What does it mean to grow in giving and service?
• How can believers grow in giving and service?
• Are there any laid down principles of growing in giving and service?
• How would believers know that they are growing in giving and service?
• What can believers do to enhance their growth in giving and service?
• What exactly can cause lack of growth in giving and service?
• How can I grow in service to both God and humanity?
• Can overcoming recognized causes of hinderance to giving and service lead to growth?
• What are some of the recipes for growth in service and giving?
• Can I grow if I am disconnected from my source (God)?
• Can an environment affect my growth in service and giving?

• God expects us to grow in service and giving (2 Cor 8:7).
• As we are growing in giving and service, we are increasing in faith (2 Cor 8:7). It transforms the heart.
• Our attitude matters to God. Growing in giving and service would prompt us to set a goal of doing it regularly, proportionally, and even joyfully (2 Cor 9:6-7)
• One sign of growth is ease of our obedience to the instructions from God. (Gen 22: 2-3, Rom 8:14)
• Christians can grow in service and giving when our priority is focused on the things of God, the more we align to his will, the more we grow (Matthew 6:21)
• A divine principle which to the rational man is a paradox is that we receive more when we let go of what we have, the more we give to service and giving to both God and humanity, the more we grow. (Proverbs 11:24)
• We will surely grow if we continuously seek to honor God in our service and giving (1 Tim 4:6-10)
• The source is always the sustainer, stay connected to Christ to achieve growth in giving and service (John 15:4-5)
• Growth can be an uncomfortable experience; we should be ready to be pruned and stretched so we can grow (John 15:2)
• Prayerfully seek the counsel of God in the areas to direct your service and giving, viable seeds might not yield its full potential if planted on a wrong soil (Matthew 13:1-9)
• Growing in service and giving to both God and Humanity has a cost, it tilts towards sacrifice (2 Samuel 24:24)
• Our association defines our destination. We align ourselves with people that are deliberately seeking to improve their giving and serving (1 Corinthians 15:33)
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• Our mindset affects our service, Believers cannot grow in service and giving beyond their mindset (attitude), Let s fix our attitude towards God and his purpose for us (Matthew 25:24-26)
• Growth in giving and service can be enhanced in an environment that encourages accountability and integrity, ensuring the impact of Christian giving and service is appreciated.
• Our diet, determines our growth pattern, lets us focus on the right spiritual diet (Philippians 4:8)
• For a seed to grow, it has to be watered and the conditions for a healthy growth must be identified. Let us not be weary in well doing (Galatians 6:9)
• It is important Christians know their purpose, serving in an area that is not your purpose might not get you to your full potential of service, when purpose and service are aligned, growth is enhanced .
• Growth cannot occur without humility; our will must be subject to the will of God in both our service and giving to enjoy the benefits of growth
• Discipline is a tool for growth , let us embrace discipline and obey the word of Holy and allow the Holy Spirit work in us.
• Muscles are developed when they are stretched and undergo strain, for growth to occur, the stretching of our faith is a key requirement.
• We should not be judgmental about someone else’s growth regime; the pace of growth differs. Let us encourage one another in Love

• Understanding the factors that can hinder Christians from giving and service
• Equip believers to become effective in their service to God and humanity.
• Help believers appreciate that giving and serving is Godly and is an essential part of our Christian experience
• Expose the devices of the devil that has hindered Christians from effectively serving and giving cheerfully.

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• Can believers be hindered from giving and service?
• What can cause hinderance to giving, and service?
• How can one identify the hinderances to giving and service?
• How can we avoid hinderance to giving and service?
• How can we solve the problem of hinderance to giving and service?
• Why is there hesitation among Christians to give cheerfully and serve genuinely?
• Can our weakness and ignorance hinder us in our service and giving?
• What is the role of priority setting in helping Christians live a life of giving and service?
• Can selfishness be a hindrance to Christian service and giving
• Can lack affection for the things of God be a hindrance to Christian service and giving
• Can love for God and humanity help eradicate hinderances to service and giving?

• When believers are not determined and fervent in prayer, they will lack the grace of giving and service (2 Corin 8:7)
• Negative influence from friends and family could be a hinderance to giving and service (Pro 27:17, James 4:4)
• When Christians hold dearly to heart the worldly/earthly treasure, they will find it difficult to release the heavenly treasure (Matt 6:19-21)
• Another hinderance to giving and service is when we subconsciously place our hope in wealth like the unbelievers instead of God (1 Tim 6:17)
• When Christians do not place high value on their stewardship, they will struggle in their giving and service (1 Chro 29:3)
• Our ignorance of what giving, and service entail can be a great source of hindrance, our excuses no matter how genuine can be wrong, a perfect understanding and application of the scripture helps to eradicate hindrances (Matthew 22:29)
• A recurring reason Christians giving by Christians in declining an opportunity to serve is the feeling of inadequacy and incompetence rather than relying on the grace of God (Exodus 4:10, Judges 6:15)
• Christians must appreciate that the kingdom principle of accessing the promise is always through faith and patience. Let’s be patient for the reward (Heb 6:12)
• The Christian walk with Christ is a walk of faith, we should replace logic with faith (Hab 2:4, Heb 10:38, Heb 11:6)
• A major way of overcoming hindrances to service and giving is to set your priority right-, our heart I always aligned to our priorities/treasures (Matt 6:21)
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• Our mindset affects our service, a negative mindset will not make our service efficient, effective and kills passion. Be deliberate in your decision to serve him with your friends and families (Matthew 25:24—26)
• Christians should constantly examine and reflect on their service (both God and humanity) and giving, any identified hindrances should be worked on prayerfully while trusting God for His grace to overcome,
• Our ignorance can be a source of hindrance, reading of books and learning from the right people can help us better understand giving and service thereby opening us to a deeper dimension of kingdom service and giving.
• Christians should understand that giving and service is not at all about being in the perfect financial situation of surplus, rather it is meant to be from a position of love and understanding (2 Corinthians 8:2-3)
• Believers should endeavor to give priority to the work of the kingdom and ensure that the Lord’s work has priority in our giving and service
• Christians should have the understanding that when seeds are  sown, the timing of the harvest is determined by God, we are sometimes encumbered with the thought of not receiving the rewards of our service and giving resulting frustration.
• Our attitude and mindset towards service and giving must be aligned to Christ, while the encouragement of humans is helpful, we need to appreciate that our service and giving is unto God and He is a rewarder (2 Timothy 1:12)
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• Understanding that there is blessing in giving.
• To teach believers to always give.
• Help believers understand that God rewards the givers.
• Help believers understand how much blessing comes from giving
• Help believers understand that giving is a fundamental principle of Christianity that attracts blessing.
• Admonish believers to understand that there is joy in giving
• Help believers understand that our giving should be rooted in love.
• Reinforce the understanding that God is the originator of giving.

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• How can giving be a blessing?
• What sort of blessing comes from giving?
• How do we know the blessings that come from giving?
• Should we give with the mindset of receiving back?
• What is the ideal way of giving?
• What is the importance of giving as Christians to the Lord and to people?
• What are some of the ways we can give to God, friends, and families?
• Can my giving make people praise God for our obedience.?
• Is my giving to God and others pleasing to God?
• What makes giving an important aspect of the Christian journey?
• Can I be blessed if I give for the wrong motive?
• Why is it more blessed to give than to receive?

• Giving is a spiritual exercise and an act of service to God which should be from the place of love and generous heart (2 Cor 9:6-8, 1 John 3:17-18).
• Everyone has something to give, there is no one without something to offer. We can  give our time, our resources, our talents and abilities-whatever God has given to us. Never hoard was God has given unto you (Proverbs 11:25, Acts 6:4).
• The wisdom of God encourages us to still give. (Gen 26:1, 12-14)
• Giving to others is tandem to giving to God and it will always attract the blessings of God. (Pro 19:17, Pro 11:24-25. Heb 13:16-18, 2 Corin 9:7-8).
• Giving to God and people opens an avenue to be blessed (Proverbs 11:25)
• When we give to God and to others, people will praise God for our obedience. (2 Corin 9:6-14, Heb 13:16-18)
• The principle of sowing and reaping is a divine principle that will never fail, by giving to God, our obedience to His word his rewarded by God (Genesis 8:22)
• Giving for the wrong motive is a waste of your giving as it will not be acceptable to God and there is no associated blessing (Matthew 6:1).
• Giving in God’s economy is counted as good works that brings to pass divine promises now and forever (2Cor 9:9, 1Tim 6:17-19)
• When you avail yourself to be a blessing to others and help them through their difficult times, God keeps you in abundance and will not allow you to be in want (Proverbs 11:24-25)
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• A generous person is always. Not always financially, but certainly relationally, emotionally, and spiritually.
• Christians should understand that their resources belong to God, be strategic in your giving, it is not every ground that is a fertile ground to sow, prayerfully identify the best soil to sow. Your yield is affected by the soil. Be guided by the Holy spirit. (Matthew 13:1-9)
• If you are already a giver, do not stop giving but if you are not, ask for the grace to always give because it opens the windows of heaven (Mal 3:7-10)
• In God’s economy, giving is an investment that yields multiple dividends that the givers may not be able to fathom (Luke 6:38, Job 29:12-13)
• It is scriptural that there will always be some poor and needy people around us so as we generously gift them, God rejoices and secures our source of income (Duet 15:11, Proverbs 19:17)
• Look for opportunities to be a blessing to someone, make a positive impact in the life of people, build people and you will receive blessing
• God rewards our labor of love, get involved in the act of giving and see the heavens open over you
• Believers should never give for the wrong motives as we will be short-changing ourselves.
• Money is not as important to God than our relationship with Him, let us give our time, heart, resources to our relationship with God and families (Proverbs 23:26)
• Our giving should not be limited to God, we should also give to the poor and needy, family and friends as well.

• Help believers appreciate the urgency of making Jesus known in the Market Place.
• Help believers to be more effective in optimizing their touch points they have with others in their workplace to make Jesus known.
• Help us to be more fruitful in seeking meaningful opportunities outside church to share our faith.
• Help emphasize the role of love and compassion as key requirement  for making Jesus known in the marketplace.
• Encouraging believers to let God have access their network in the marketplace to make Jesus known.
• Help us cultivate attributes such as excellence and integrity which are needed in making Jesus known in the marketplace

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• How can we be very effective in communicating in the marketplace to make Jesus known in the Market place?
• Why should we embrace marketplace platform of making Jesus Known?
• What are the practical ways Christians can make Jesus known in the marketplace?
• Role of prayer in making Jesus known in the marketplace.
• Can I be effective in making Jesus known in the marketplace without genuine compassion and love?
• What is the role of wisdom in making Jesus known in the market place?
• Can my character affect my efforts as well as the efforts of other Christians in making Jesus known?
• How can I overcome fear in making Jesus known in the market place?

• The marketplace is a forum where business interactions take place (Matthew 20:3 Ezekiel 27:13, Matthew 11:16)
• The ministry of Jesus was characterised by ministration in the market place, sometimes on land and sea. (Mk. 4:39. John 11:38-44, Luke 5:1)
• Making Jesus known in the marketplace require Christians to effective and authentic communicators. (Luke 5:4,1 Corinthians 9:22)
• Effective outreach requires an approach that seeks out the lost in their natural domain (Matthew 18: 10–14).
• Christians are called to be the light and salt of the earth; we are required to be the light and salt in the market place (Matthew 5:14-16)
• Prayer is a key requirement for Christians in making Jesus known in the market place (Luke 18:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:17)
• Our character/attitude should reflect and be consistent of our status as ambassadors of Christ.(Col. 3:17, 2 Corinthians 5:20)
• Christians should consider themselves as the labourer that has been sent to the market place, let the market place be the missionary field (Matthew 9:36 -38, Rom. 1:16)
• Compassion and love are required in making Jesus known in the market place (Matthew 9:36)
• Rely on the Grace of God and the power of the Holy Spirit; do not be ashamed to make Jesus known (Romans 1:16)
• Jesus provided a superior strategy for Peter in the marketplace and Peter did not hesitate to follow him, Be a value adder in the marketplace (Luke 5:4-11)
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• God’s desire is for everyone to be saved, including in the marketplace, let’s partner with God (Acts 17:30)
• The early church exploded through preaching in the market place , people preached Christ as they moved from one location to another.( Acts 8:40)
• It is important we live a life of excellence, integrity, good character and ensure our conduct attracts people to Christ and not deter people from accepting Christ.
• Love and compassion are key requirements. Let our love and compassion be genuine and not a lip service.
• Let’s not wait for the unsaved and unchurched to come to church before we engage them with the word, Our focus should be to those outside church.( Luke 19:10).
• Prayer is key, always pray for the marketplace   evangelism . (Ephesians 6:19 )
• Be bold to reach out. (Rom 1:16).
• Deliberately look for opportunities to make Jesus known.
• As much as possible, be at peace with people. Humans are relational beings, we need to work on our relationship, a toxic relationship with a work colleague makes making Jesus known to them more difficult. (Hebrews 12:14)
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• Help believers appreciate the urgency of making Jesus known.
• Understanding the role and efficacy of signs and wonders in making Jesus known.
• Understanding the need to covet the gift of signs and wonders for effective evangelism
• Help us appreciate that love and compassion are prerequisites for making Jesus known through signs and wonders,
• Warn believers of the trap of pride that can set in when Christians fail to give glory to God when He confirms His word through signs and wonders in our preaching

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• What is the purpose of signs and wonders?
• How can we make Jesus known through signs and wonders?
• Are signs and wonders still relevant in our day-to-day interaction or is it restricted to church?
• Should making Jesus Known be  communicated through signs and wonders such as healing  and deliverance, just as much as good deeds and words?
• Is God committed in confirming our effort of making Jesus known with signs and wonders?
• What are typical examples of signs and wonders?
• Can there be signs and wonders without emphasis on the person and work of the Holy Spirit?
• Role of prayer/intercession and obedience to God?
• Can God still use us to perform signs and wonders if the would-be beneficiaries do not have faith or believe?

• Signs and wonders are relevant and needed in our days and time. (Mark 16:15-17, John 20:30-31 Acts 2:22)
• The ministry of Jesus was characterised by sings and wonders (Luke 7: 21-22)
• Jesus proclaimed at the start of His ministry that signs and wonders will be seen in His ministry and there are undeniable proofs (Luke 4:18-19, Mark 5:24-34)
• The promise of Jesus is that the signs and wonders will follow us (Mark 16:15-18)
• When there is a prove of the demonstration of the power of God, people are more likely to believe the message of Christ (Acts 3:13)
• Signs and wonders will attract many to God just like it was in the days of Jesus (John 2:23)
• Peter preached one sermon and 3,000 souls were won to Christ because his ministration was backed with signs and wonders (Act 2:14-41)
• Jesus said we will do greater works than He did (John 14:12)
• When the Jailer saw the signs and wonders God wrought through Paul and Silas, he quickly accepted Christ (Act 16:25-34)
• God confirms His words with signs and wonders (Hebrews 2:3-4, Acts 4:28-29, Acts 4:13-14, 1 Peter 2:21 )
• Signs and wonders are triggered when we are engaging the world with the word of God, we must activate it in faith by our utterances through speaking or laying of hands (Luke 4:40, Acts 9:17)
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• Covet the anointing and the gift of performing miracles (Acts 10:38, 1Cor 12:31)
• Always pray for the leading of the Holy (John 4:4-20, Rom 8:14)
• Love is key, if you are operating in the genuine love of God, you will see yourself going everywhere freely announcing the Kingdom of God with signs and wonders (Matt 10:5-8, Act 10:38)
• Ensure that you do not ascribe any glory to yourself for all glory must return to God (Isaiah 42:8)
• Be thankful to God for saving your soul and using you to save others
• Let your passion for making Jesus known increase daily, study the word of God daily, pray without ceasing and maintain a good relationship with Him (2Tim 2:15, Joshua 1:8)
• It is important we live a life of integrity and character and ensure our conduct attracts people to Christ and not deter people from accepting Christ. The vessel is important in the acceptance of the content.
• Love and compassion are key requirements. Let our love, care and compassion be genuine and not a lip service.
• It is possible to operate in signs and wonders, do not doubt God’s word, dismiss fear and doubt and remember that your responsibility is to say it and it is His responsibility to perform. .

• Help believers appreciate the urgency of making Jesus known to different age groups.
• Help us understand how to share the good news to different age groups.
• Help us appreciate that love is a prerequisite for making Jesus known to different age groups.
• Establish the fact that all efforts to make Jesus known must cut across different age groups to avoid generation gap.
• Help us overcome some of the inherent challenges in making Jesus known to different age groups.
• Help reinforce the power in various age groups in spreading the message of Christ.

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• Why should we make Jesus known to different age groups?
• How do we make Jesus known to different age groups?
• What is the significance and benefits of making Jesus known to different age groups?
• What are some of the recommended ways we can adopt in making Jesus known to different age groups?
• Role of culture as a catalyst or hindrance in making Jesus known across age groups.
• Is it possible to exclude a particular age group consciously or unconsciously in our attempt at making Jesus known?
• Should Christians be thought how to introduce Christ to different age groups?

• We need to be flexible and adaptable in our approach (whilst staying true to biblical standards) in making Jesus known to different age groups. (1 Corin 9:19-23, Neh 8:1-2).
• Jesus ministered to everyone both young and old, He was able to carry everyone along. As believers we are expected to bring the gospel to different age groups (1Thes 2:8).
• In making Jesus known to different age group, we need to remind them of God’s purpose for their lives and therefore encourage to stay committed to Him (1Peter 2:9).
• Consistent and strategic prayers are vitally important in making Jesus known to different age groups (Luke 18:1).
• Making Jesus known to all age groups ensures continuity of people knowing and accepting Jesus and eradicates the risk of having a generation that do not know Jesus. (Judges 2:10).
• It is very possible to exclude specific generations knowing Jesus Intentionally or unintentionally by our actions and inactions which leads to exclusiveness instead of inclusiveness. (Matt 19:13-14).
• The will of God is for us to have succession plans in place for continuity of the worship of God, to ensure this, Jesus must be made known to different generations/Age groups (1 Chronicles 16:15, Joel 1:3).
• Show genuine interest for everyone regardless of the age group. Compassion should precede our preaching. (Mark 6:34).
• Wisdom is required in the adopted approach to use while allowing the leading of the Holy Spirit (Proverbs 11:30).
• A life well lived will speak to everyone regardless of the age group (Matthew 5:16, 1 Peter 2:12, 1 Peter 3:16 ).

• We must be intentional and deliberate about making Jesus known to different age groups; the focus is to win everyone to Christ (Matt 28:19-20)
• It is very important that we show genuine interest in things that matter to people, when they see our genuine interest, they will be interested in what we want to share with them.
• Our chosen methodology of presenting Jesus to different age groups should reflect their unique tendencies. We should take the time to understand this and be flexible enough top adapt our approach accordingly.
• It is important that we consciously study and observe generational characteristics as failure to identify these useful attitudes, beliefs, language and values can affect our presentation and resultant outcome.
• We need to be abreast with the fact that the way people view and relate with the truth of the Gospel changes. We should learn to depend on the Holy Spirit for guidance.
• Apply wisdom in presenting the gospel to different age groups. Prayer is needed prior to preparation and timing of speaking.
• It is important we live a life of integrity and character and ensure our conduct attracts people to Christ and not deter people from accepting Christ.

• Help us as believers appreciate the urgency of making Jesus known to the entire world.
• Help us understand how to share the good news to friends and families.
• Help us appreciate that love is a prerequisite for making Jesus known to friends and family.
• Establish the fact that all efforts to make Jesus known without friends and families will not amount to perfect work.
• Help us appreciate that Love is a prerequisite for making Jesus known to friends and family.
• Understand that the demand of making Jesus known starts with friends and families.

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• Why should we involve our friends and families in making Jesus known?
• How do we involve friends and families in Making Jesus Known?
• Why do we sometimes struggle to talk to our friends and families about Christ?
• Can our rigidity affect our effectiveness of making Jesus Known to our friends and families?
• How can I make Jesus known to my friends and family without pushing them away?
• Can my character/conduct have a negative effect on attracting friends and families to Christ?
• How can I deal with my past that are not too good and understandably known to my friends and families?

• An unchanged lifestyle can be a barrier in making Jesus known to friends and families, fear of rejection and unwillingness to cause a rift in existing relationship (Psalm 25:7)
• Believers are encouraged to be flexible, while not compromising biblical standards, becoming all things to all people so that by all possible means we might save some. (1 Corinthians 9:22)
• Show genuine interest/compassion for them, compassion should precede our preaching. (Mark 6:34).
• Make Jesus interesting and exciting, nobody wants a boring life, offer them what they do not have (Psalm 34:8)
• Do not rely on the strength of your relationship with friends and families but on the Grace of God for them to know Jesus (Hebrews 7:23-25)
• The role of prayer cannot be over-emphasised in making friends and families accept Jesus (Matthew 9:38)
• Wisdom is required in the adopted approach to use while allowing the leading of the Holy Spirit (Proverbs 11:30)
• Be gentle with people, Jesus is gentle and not judgemental (Isaiah 40:11)
• It is important we work seriously on our character as they are easily detected by these categories of people because of their relationship with us. (1 Peter 2:12, 1 Peter 3:16)
• Love is key in making Jesus known (1 Corinthians 16:14)
• Let them see our good works, live a life worthy of your calling as a Christian. (Matthew 5:16)
• When you make yourself available for friends and families, lifting them up, honouring them and trusting God always for their salvation and Godly life, you are promoting Jesus (Matt 18:18-19)
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• It is very important that we show genuine interest in things that matter to people, when they see our genuine interest, they will be interested with what we want to share with them.
• Witnessing to friends and family members can be challenging but trust God for Grace
• Apply wisdom in presenting your message to friends and families. Prayer is needed prior to preparation and timing of speaking.
• Making Jesus known to our Friends and families with humility, honesty, respect, patience, kindness, and love.
• We should not be judgmental and be full of love, compassion when we see people with addictions, lies and sinful living.
• The Holy spirit takes your intercessory prayers to the next level, desire the communion of the Holy spirit to be effective.
• Get to know your friends and families, pray for their salvation and needs (Psalm 85:7, 28:9).
• We should pick up a burden for a friend or a family member.
• It is important we develop good character and ensure our conduct attract people to Christ and not deter people from accepting Christ.
• Love and compassion are key requirements. Please let our love, care and compassion be genuine and not a lip service.
• Be intentional with your targeted friend and family.

• Help Christians appreciate that there is an urgency to make Jesus known.
• Help us appreciate that Love is a prerequisite for intercessory prayers aimed at making Jesus known.
• Establish the fact that all efforts to make Jesus known without intercession will be unfruitful and frustrating.
• Support and inspire Christians to always integrate intercessory prayers in their effort to making Jesus known.
• Appreciate the immense power and ability that intercessory prayers bring in making Jesus known.
• Understand that the demand of making Jesus known cuts across races and age.

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• What is our understanding of intercession?
• Does intercessory prayer work?
• What does it mean to make Jesus known through Intercession?
• Who should be involved in intercessory prayers in a bid to making Jesus known?
• Can intercession open doors for making Jesus known?
• What attitudes should I embrace if I am to develop that aspect of intercession in my personal life.
• What examples do we have in the scriptures of saints who did this?
• What can we learn from the scriptures how we can grow and develop in intercession?
• What are the some of the practical things we can begin to do to make Jesus known through Intercession?
• Is love a key requirement in intercessory prayers?
• What is the role if the Holy Spirit in intercession?

• Intercession thrives in consistency, diligence, and commitment in whatsoever we do (Proverbs 3:1, Proverbs 22:29).
• Intercessory prayer is the act of praying for others, and/or the body of Christ (Church). (1 Tim 2:1-4, Ezekiel 22:30).
• Intercessory prayer is a key requirement in making Jesus known as it opens opportunity to believers. (Colossians 4:3,)
• Prayer generates power, Jesus instructed the believers to tarry until they are endued with power (Luke 24:49)
• Intercessory prayers in the spirt is an energiser that gives us believes boldness and power to effectively make Jesus known (Ephesians 6:18-19)
• Intercessory prayers are required to remove the spiritual blindness in the lives of people (2 Cor 4:4)
• We need intercessory prayers before, during and after sharing the message of the kingdom to ensure the “seed” (word of God) falls on a good and fertile soil (Luke 8:11-15)
• Intercessory prayers are needed to free those that are in bondage of sin in the hands of the devil (Mark 3:27)
• God command believers to pray for His servants and for the effective work of the Kingdom (Col 4:2-4).
• The oppressed can be delivered by the prayer of others (Act 12:6-14)
• Intercessory prayers work when coupled with a deliberate intent to make Jesus known to others (2 Thessalonians 3:1, Jonah 3:10)
• We should learn to rely on the Holy Spirit to help us in the place of intercession (Rom 8:26)

• It is important for us to understand what Intercession is and its power. If there is no understanding of its potency, we are most likely not going to pursue it.
• Intercession will be a key practice required to successfully make Jesus known to our world.
• Intercessors are ruled by compassion so when they see people with addictions, lies and sinful living, the response is to help rather than criticizes/judge.
• As an intercessor , it is important that there is a thriving relationship with God
• The Holy spirt takes your intercessory prayers to the next level, desire the communion of the Holy spirt in order to be effective.
• Let your desire/prayer be in sync with the lyrics of Hillsong song-Hosanna “Break my heart for what breaks Yours; Everything I am for your Kingdom’s cause”. A repentant sinner brings Joy in heaven.
• Pick up a burden about others and even your local Church and persistently pray believing God for answers (1Cor 1:11, Eph 6:18).
• Get to know about your friends and families, pray for their salvation and needs (Psalm 85:7, 28:9).
• Pick up a burden for a friend, a street, a family member, a country, continent and engage in intercessory prayer.
• Without intercessory prayers, evangelism can be reduced to a mere activity, get involved with the Kingdom business.

• Help us appreciate that there is an urgency to make Jesus known to the entire world.
• Appreciate that making Jesus known is a demonstration of our Love for humanity.
• Understand that the demand of making Jesus known cuts across races and age.
• Understand that excellence is vital in making Jesus known to our world.
• Understand that it is effective to influence others by our attitude and conduct.
• Appreciate that the pursuit of excellence has to be intentional and will ultimately glorify God.

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• What does it mean to make Jesus known through Excellence?
• What are the some of the ways we can make Jesus known through excellence?
• What can we see in the life, conduct and ministry of Jesus as it concerns excellence?
• Is excellence a gift? Can it be developed?
• What has our attitude got to do with Excellence?
• How do we cultivate and nurture excellence at home, work, church, and marketplace?
• Is excellence a destination or a journey?
• How can we continue to build on excellence?
• How can we turn mediocrity into excellence service?
• What is the role of passion and commitment in achieving excellence?

• Excellence is not a gift, excellence thrives in consistency, diligence, and commitment in whatsoever we do (Proverbs 3:1, Proverbs 22:29).
• Jesus is an epitome of excellence (Luke 7:26, Hebrews 8:6).
• Believers have been called to showcase the excellency of Jesus in our conduct, speech, and service (1 Peter 2:9).
• It is acceptable to be a role model of excellence but never get competitive with others, strive for a more excellent way in what God has committed to you (1 Corinthians 12:31).
• Excellence begins from a mindset that has decided to be that in whatever we do and be determined to commit wholeheartedly to this decision. (1 Corinthians 15:58).
• Our attitude reflects the level of excellence we exhibit, a wrong attitude is comfortable with a mediocre service/product, a right attitude always strives for excellence (1 Corinthians 10:31)
• Excellence is all about improvement and not giving excuses even when faced with natural /tough difficulties beyond our control, excellence is what is done consistently (Eccle 11:4)
• Excellence should not be limited to our service to God, it also encapsulates what we do in our homes, offices, relationship especially when no one is watching (Colossians 3:23)
• Believers should be deliberate, committed in pursuit of Christian virtue of excellence. (2 Peter 1:3)
• We are created in the image of God, our God is excellent, we must be excellent in all we do; we serve God and serve people, if it has the name of God in it, it has to be excellent (Psalm 8:1)

• It is important for us to desire and understand what excellence entails. If there is no desire for excellence, we are most likely not going to pursue it.
• Excellence is not a destination but a journey, keep looking for ways of improving your relationship and service to God and humans.
• We are created with intrinsic yearning to see excellence, we love and appreciate excellence, we need to show excellence in all we do and not be a benefactor  of excellence alone , be  an outlet of excellence , remember, excellence is in the details.
• The hallmark of our excellence in whatever we do must showcase/lead people to Christ .
• Identification of your passion/calling is not enough to produce excellence , there is also a requirement to acquire the necessary tools to  refine your talent. Excellence is achieved when sustainable  capabilities are built  around your interests/passion/service.
• Excellence is entrenched in integrity ; we must do what we promise  or say.
• Excellence promotes trust, when our conduct is excellent, people trust us and believe our testimony.
• Excellence is an effective way of making Christ known; excellence can be a starting point for discussion about Christ
• Believers should strive for excellence not because of potential recognition/ ego, but it should be hinged on the knowledge that whatsoever we do is unto the Lord and he deserves the best.