Bøger af Ernest Musekiwa

The church exists to worship and glorify God. The church is called to be a pillar and foundation of truth. In 1 Timothy 3:15, Paul writes that the church is the "household of God" and the "church of the living God," indicating its role as a bastion of divine truth. The Church, as a pillar of faith, has always faced adversaries. These enemies challenge its teachings, question its authority, and attempt to undermine its influence. In this book, we will delve into the different types of enemies the Church encounters and explore strategies to address them. By understanding these foes and equipping ourselves with knowledge, we can fortify the Church and its followers against their attacks. In an age where moral relativism and secular ideologies prevail, the church stands as the custodian of biblical principles and teachings. False teachers manipulate and distort the teachings of religious faith for personal gain or to promote their agenda, leading individuals astray from the true principles and values of their faith. It is the responsibility of churches to protect their congregations and ensure the integrity of their religious teachings. By actively addressing the challenge of false teachers, churches can preserve the authenticity of their faith, promote spiritual growth, foster unity within their community, and ultimately guide individuals toward a deeper understanding and connection with their religious principles.Addressing false teachings is crucial for maintaining the credibility and reputation of the church. False teachings can tarnish the image of a religious community and erode trust in its leadership. By openly confronting and dispelling false teachings, churches demonstrate their commitment to truth and integrity, reassuring their followers that they prioritize accurate teachings over personal gain or faulty ideologies.

The Bible clearly teaches that as believers, we are citizens of two kingdoms. As Christians, it is important to thoroughly understand the spiritual realm and the forces we are up against. One of the most important aspects of this realm is the presence of demons - malevolent spiritual beings that seek to harm and deceive us. Understanding the nature of demons and how to combat them is essential to the Christian faith.While many resources are available on the topic of demonology, few are specifically tailored to African Christians. This is a problem, as the spiritual landscape of Africa is unique in many ways, and African Christians face unique challenges when it comes to spiritual warfare.One of the most pressing of these challenges is the prevalence of syncretism - the mixing of traditional African religions with Christianity. Many Africans hold onto beliefs and practices from their pre-Christian religions, and this can lead to confusion and spiritual vulnerability. In addition, African Christians are often confronted with witchcraft, sorcery, and other forms of occultism regularly.

Praise and worship play a central role in the life of a Christian, as they are essential components of our relationship with God. In biblical terms, praise refers to the act of expressing admiration, gratitude, and adoration towards God for who He is and what He has done. At the same time, worship encompasses all aspects of our lives that honor and glorify God. Together, praise and worship create a harmonious symphony between God and His people, fostering a deep connection and intimacy with the Divine. Biblical praise and worship can take various forms, such as singing hymns, playing musical instruments, offering prayers, and expressing thanksgiving and adoration through words and actions. These practices can be observed in both individual and collective settings, highlighting the importance of both personal devotion and corporate worship within the Christian faith. One significant aspect of biblical praise and worship is its emphasis on God's attributes. When we praise God, we acknowledge His eternal nature, His wisdom, His love, and His power. This recognition allows us to humbly approach Him, knowing He is sovereign and worthy of all our praise. Furthermore, such acknowledgment helps to reshape our perspective, moving our focus away from our circumstances and onto the greatness of our God. In addition to praising God for who He is, biblical worship also involves acknowledging His mighty deeds and provisions in our lives. By recounting His faithfulness and goodness, we recognize that everything we have is a gift from God. Expressing our gratitude through worship helps to cultivate a heart of contentment and trust in His plan for our lives.

In today's world, fear is a common feeling, with news headlines constantly reminding us of the dangers that lurk around every corner. The physical manifestations of fear are well-known: increased heart rate, sweating, trembling, and a feeling of tension in the body. These reactions are part of the body's "fight or flight" response, which prepares us to either face the danger or run away from it. This response is triggered by the release of adrenaline and other hormones, which prepare the body to respond to the perceived threat. Despite this, there are practical ways in which we can control our fear and live a happier, more fulfilling life. One of the most famous verses in the Bible about fear is found in 2 Timothy 1:7, which says, "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." This verse reminds us that fear is not a gift or fruit of the Holy Spirit. Instead, God has given us power, love, and a sound mind to overcome fear. Fear is thus a foe that needs to be vanquished in all its forms. The only healthy fear that believers should possess is the fear of God. Another way that the Bible addresses fear is through the concept of trust. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." This verse encourages us to trust in God and not rely on our understanding. When we trust in God, we can have peace and confidence in the face of fear.The Church has been empowered by the Word of God and the indwelling Holy Spirit to overcome fear and other wiles of the devil. With the right support and guidance, it is possible to overcome your fears and live a more fulfilling life as you serve God and his people in the world today. We can find security, acceptance, and approval in Him, who knows us and loves us unconditionally. We can seek His will and His glory, not ours or others. We can be honest, humble, and courageous, knowing that God is on our side. We can love others, not for what they can give us, but for who they are in God's eyes.

There is a great need to reawaken the Church today to its true biblical mandate of honoring its Lord and Master by being faithful and obedient to His command of world evangelism. What has the Lord said about the evangelization of the lost? What does he expect us to do? How has the African church been responding to this task? What are the obstacles that the church in Africa currently faces as it seeks to fulfill the Great Commission? What should we do to foster a missions mindset in the churches today? These and other questions are answered in this vital book on world evangelism.

The Great Commission of Christ to His Church was given by Christ to win the world of lost souls to Him. As Christ was sent by the Father, He also commissioned the Church in an equally important task to seek and save that which is lost. However, He did not just send the Church with a message of salvation. He equipped the Church by furnishing it with the power of His Holy Spirit who would help them in their task of world evangelism. He promised that accompanying signs would follow those that believe. Yet today, many are doubtful if such signs and wonders are still accompanying the preaching of the Gospel. This book shares some wonderful insights into the world of the early Church which are still applicable to the Church of this age.

This book is one young man's reflection of his walk with the Lord ever since the Lord called him to ministry at the age of eleven. The book narrates how the lord has opened ministry opportunities for him and providing opportunities that allow his spiritual and professional growth. Today, the young man has ministered in several countries and has trained pastors and church leaders in several parts of the world. The book is an amazing testimony of what God can do with those that are obedient to His leading.

Primitive Christianity as Seen in Acts looks at the biblical record of early New Testament Christianity as recorded by the historian Luke. The book traces five themes believed to have been foundational to the first century Christians - Theology, Evangelism, Worship, Fellowship and Stewardship. Setting the Bible as the benchmark, the author discusses how the modern Church movements have drifted from the simple biblical pattern and offers a challenge to return to the simplicity of the Bible.Because the early Church set a pattern for what true Christianity should be like, Christians will be challenged in this book to re-examine their faith, doctrine and practice. Written in a simple and straight forward manner, the book also gives several examples of current church doctrines and practices which have drifted from the biblical pattern.

The book of Judges is a very unique book, filled with theological content. God's desire for Israel was that, Israel should worship and serve the Lord and rid itself of idolatry and faithfully follow the Lord and His given principles and laws. The book of Judges thus presents to us a gloomy picture of Israel's spirituality as it constantly forsook the Lord and went after strange gods. Several cycles of sin, judgment, repentance and salvation are replete in the book. The author of this series on Biblical Perspectives takes us a little further into the book, helping the contemporary believer understands God's will, plan and purpose for the Church in this generation. Drawing from his over three decades of pastoral ministry, Dr. Cornwell Piyo brings the message of Judges to life as he seeks to lead us into a deeper understanding of the purposes of God for our lives. It is time for restoration, renewal and revival among God's people. Unless the church looks honestly at itself and have self-examination, the church will remain lethargic and formal, seeking the good of the world as its intended goal. However, God calls us to higher life and higher purposes. When leaders of churches fail to lead their people into God centred purposes, the people lead themselves in worldliness. The book of Judges tells us that there was no king in Israel and everyone did what was right in his own eyes. Likewise, when the church dethrones the King Jesus with its numerous programs and activities that does not bring glory to God, we are the same with ancient Israel, weakening and compromising our spiritual relationship with God. This book is a challenge and a call to spiritual renewal among God's people. With a pastoral passion, the author challenges us to fan our relationship with God and turn away from worthless things. Our mission and focus should be God and His will for us. Will you heed his call to worship and serve him only? Will you give him the pre-eminence in your life?

Evangelism is still the heartbeat of the church. A church that does not evangelize is a synagogue of Satan. The self-proclaimed believer who does not win souls is foolish (Proverbs 11:30) and is a devil's advocate. Our task as believers is to preach the Gospel to the lost. This is how we show our love for God and humanity. What has gone wrong with personal evangelism today? Should we continue to gather innumerable excuses before God for our lack of service and availability to His cause? When the churches stop personal witnessing, it's time to either dig the graves and bury them, or, call the churches to repentance and reform. In our generation, what shall it be?

The book of Ruth is one of the shortest books of the Bible. It is a unique book in that, it is one of the two books that bears a female name. But most importantly, the book is filled with great and amazing themes that manifests God's sovereign grace in times of need. Ruth found favor in God's eyes despite that her origin was the accursed land of Moab, but through divine providence, grace found her and brought her to a land of opportunities that made up for her failed life, failed chances and failed past. in this book, Dr. Cornwell Piyo shares with you how you too can position yourself to receive God's favor in a hopeless world where despair and spiritual confusion is the order of the day. Those who wait upon the Lord will never be ashamed.

The Christian mission is to fulfill the Great Commission. The church's missions include its identity, its being, and its witness to the world. The manifestation of the Kingdom requires both words and deeds and the church as the salt and light of the world has a spiritual mandate to participate in the full mission of God.

This book introduces the reader to the issues surrounding the book of Genesis. The book is for ordinary believers who feel the need and desire to study God's word but are easily intimidated by the size of the bilbical books, and gets frustrated by large volumes of theological works. As the name implies, it is just an introduction dealing with preliminary issues for understanding Genesis in a survey format.

There is a widespread ignorance concerning the ministries of Ephesians 4. This book seeks to address current thinking about Christ's gifts to His Church from an African context. Many believers have asked several questions such as: Are the gifts of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers still present in the Church today? Is the apostle the founder of the church? Which ministry gift is more powerful than the other? What role do these ministry gifts play into bringing the Church to the fullness of the stature of Christ? The book seeks to guide believers into a fruitful understanding of this important and yet most ignored topic in Christian teaching.

This book shares the five-fold principle of finding success in the Christian life for the believer. The author looks at five areas which he feels helps the believer to grow in his spiritual life. Having serves as an evangelist, pastor and teacher for the past two decades, the author believes that the first stage in Christian growth is the believer's daily habit of Bible study. Add to this, the believer's praying and active membership in the local church. He further shares about the importance of the Christian being an active witness of the Gospel and closes the book with a chapter that deals with supporting the Lord's work as one of the ways of spiritual growth and development.

This book examines Christin leadership from a New Testament perspective of servanthood leadership, a concept that was introduced by the founder of the Church, the Lord Jesus Christ Himself. Christian leaders are not supposed to exemplify the leadership structures and influences prevalent in the world today. Rather, they should exemplify Christ and adhere to the serving principles He taught which are embodied in the pages of the New Testament. Beginning with Jesus discussion with the apostles James and John to the writings of Peter, Paul and John, this topic is well tackled.