The Wisdom of Scripture Creates a Future
In this enlightening session, Pastor David Oyedepo Jnr explored the transformative power of God’s wisdom as revealed in the scriptures. He emphasized that the wisdom of God is not just profound—it is life-changing, shaping destinies and creating brighter futures for all who embrace it.
The Dimensions of Wisdom
The wisdom of God operates in a realm far above earthly understanding (1 Corinthians 2:6). The Bible outlines four types of wisdom:
- Earthly Wisdom: Common sense.
- Sensual Wisdom: Based on emotions or intellect.
- Devilish Wisdom: Influenced by evil forces.
- Heavenly Wisdom: Divine wisdom from above, found in the Word of God.
The Word of God is a treasure trove of wisdom (Luke 11:49), capable of transforming lives and making even the simple wise (2 Timothy 3:15).
Transforming the Mind: Winning the Battle Within
The battlefield of life begins in the mind (2 Corinthians 10:3-5). True victory comes when we align our thoughts with God’s Word:
- Win Within to Win Without:You cannot overcome in life if you haven’t first overcome in your mind. Mental victory is the key to physical triumph (Mark 7:21-24).
- Guard Your Thoughts:What occupies your heart controls your reality (Proverbs 23:7). Renew your mind with God’s Word to ensure thoughts of success, health, and abundance shape your life (Joshua 1:8).
Five Key Principles of Right Thinking
- Think Success to Achieve Success:Failure-mindedness leads to failure. Renovate your thinking with the Word and focus on success (Proverbs 4:23).
- Think Abundance to Experience Prosperity:Your financial status reflects your covenant thinking and practices. Stop thinking lack; instead, embrace thoughts of divine provision and abundance (2 Corinthians 9:8).
- Think Royalty to Live in Dignity:Every child of God is born into royalty (1 Peter 2:9). Royal living demands royal thinking—reflecting dignity, respect, and excellence in conduct and presentation.
- Think Health to Overcome Sickness:Right meditation strengthens the body and promotes health (Psalm 19:14, Romans 8:6). Avoid thoughts of illness and focus on the healing promises of scripture (Matthew 8:17).
- Think Life to Escape Death:Death is defeated in Christ. What you choose to dwell on—life or death—determines your experience (Hebrews 2:14-15). Choose life by meditating on God’s Word and promises (Philippians 1:21-25).
Key Takeaways
- The wisdom of God transforms lives, starting with the mind.
- Your thoughts shape your reality—think success, health, abundance, and royalty.
- Victory in life requires mental victory first.
- Align your thinking with God’s Word to unlock the future He has prepared for you.
Let the wisdom of God shape your thoughts and illuminate your path. Your future is bright and secure in Him!
SECOND TEACHING SESSION
Theme: Ever Winning Wisdom
Date: 11th December 2024
Speaker: Pastor Yinka Folorunsho
Unveiling the Mystery of Wisdom in Scriptures
In this impactful session, Pastor Yinka Folorunsho shared profound insights into the mystery of divine wisdom as revealed in the Scriptures. He emphasized that God’s wisdom is not only timeless and incorruptible but also transformative, producing undeniable proofs in the lives of those who embrace it (1 Peter 1:23).
Four Types of Wisdom
Scripture identifies four types of wisdom:
- Earthly Wisdom: Common sense for daily life.
- Sensual Wisdom: Guided by human emotions and intellect.
- Devilish Wisdom: Fueled by the enemy’s influence.
- Wisdom from Above: Divine, pure, and life-giving (Psalm 19:7).
The wisdom from above is timeless, clean, and devoid of controversy, producing results that remain relevant across all generations (Isaiah 55:1-2, Psalm 145:3).
Key Principles of Divine Wisdom
Oppositions Are Stepping Stones:
Challenges are designed to elevate you to higher positions. The wisdom of God equips believers to navigate through adversities unscathed (Psalm 19:8, Matthew 24:35).End-Time Church and Supernatural Wisdom:
The wisdom of God is the hallmark of the end-time church. Mighty works accompany this wisdom, showcasing the power and glory of God (Matthew 13:54, John 14:12).Holy Spirit-Assisted Inspiration:
Accessing divine wisdom requires the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Inspiration from the Spirit reveals the steps to take, making you a showpiece to your world (2 Timothy 3:16-17, 1 Corinthians 2:9-10).- A robust spiritual life is essential for this connection. Avoid negative attitudes like malice or murmuring and live in joy to maintain the flow of the Spirit (Isaiah 12:3).
Creative Power of Ever-Winning Wisdom:
God’s wisdom is inherently creative. Whatever wisdom speaks, it brings into existence.The Power of Spiritual Sight:
- “What you see is what you seize.”
- The Word of God reveals what He is ready to perform. Your ability to see with spiritual insight determines what you can possess in life (Jeremiah 1:11-12, Genesis 13:14-15).
- If you can behold it through His Word, you can become it. Revelation leads to transformation (Luke 4:17-21).
Takeaways from This Session
- Divine wisdom is eternal, applicable across all times and circumstances.
- Maintain a strong spiritual life to access Holy Spirit-inspired wisdom.
- Your spiritual sight determines your earthly reality—what you see in God’s Word is what manifests in your life.
- Opposition is a setup for elevation.
Let the wisdom from above guide your steps, empower your spirit, and unlock your divine destiny!
Culled from Pastor Yinka Folorunsho’s Ministration at Shiloh 2024, Hour of Visitation 1.
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THIRD TEACHING SESSION
Theme: Ever Winning Wisdom
Date: 11th December 2024
Speaker: Pastor Faith Oyedepo
Divine Wisdom Makes the Redeemed More Than a Conqueror
In this session, Pastor Faith Oyedepo illuminated the transformative power of divine wisdom, emphasizing its role as the principal force that promotes and distinguishes believers in life (Proverbs 4:7).
Key Insights on Divine Wisdom
1. The Superiority of Godly Wisdom
While there are different kinds of wisdom, Godly wisdom—ever-winning wisdom—stands out as unmatched and essential for victorious living.
2. Wisdom Operates in Degrees
- Wisdom grows with instruction (Proverbs 9:9).
- Even Jesus increased in wisdom, demonstrating the necessity of lifelong learning (Luke 2:52).
- The school of wisdom is one of continuous advancement, taking believers from glory to glory.
3. Wisdom Is a Weapon for Victory
- Wisdom is a spiritual weapon that brings dominion without conflict (Ecclesiastes 9:18, Daniel 5:11, 29).
- It is a tool for solving problems, enthronement, and promotion (Genesis 41:41, 1 Kings 3:12, 1 Kings 10:23).
- Walking in the light of God’s Word is the epitome of wisdom, as light dominates darkness instantly and effortlessly.
What Is Wisdom?
Wisdom is the skillful application of truth. It is not just knowledge but the action taken based on that knowledge (Matthew 7:24).
- Knowledge without application is futile.
- True wisdom is revealed in action—how much of what you know are you applying?
The Impact of Associations on Wisdom
- Your associations determine your destination.
- “You are the sum total of the five people closest to you.”
- Disconnect from relationships that do not align with your God-ordained destiny.
Wisdom as a Problem-Solving Tool
- Wisdom enthrones without conflict.
- With divine wisdom, challenges are conquered without physical effort.
Signs of a Wise Life
Evaluate your wisdom through these markers:
- Your Words: Are they edifying and rooted in truth?
- Your Associations: Do your relationships align with your destiny?
- Your Relationship with God’s Word: How much time do you spend meditating on and applying it?
- Your Fellowship: Are you consistent in communal worship (Hebrews 10:25)?
- Your Fear of God: Do your decisions reflect reverence for Him?
- Your Choices: Are they guided by the Holy Spirit (2 Corinthians 5:14)?
Putting Wisdom to Work
- The Word of God works only for those who act on it, not those who merely wish for results (James 1:22).
- Challenges in life are personal and demand personal investment in wisdom to overcome.
- “What you put to work is what works for you.”
Takeaways
- Wisdom is the principal thing; acquire it and apply it.
- Divine wisdom equips the redeemed to live as more than conquerors.
- Victory is assured for those who live by the dictates of God’s light and truth.
Culled from Pastor Faith Oyedepo’s Ministration at Shiloh 2024, Hour of Visitation 1.
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FOURTH TEACHING SESSION
Theme: Ever Winning Wisdom
Date: 11th December 2024
Speaker: Bishop David Oyedepo
Divine Wisdom: The Custodian of an Ever-Winning Life
Bishop David Oyedepo delivered an inspiring message emphasizing the transformative power of divine wisdom in securing an ever-winning life. He highlighted that the hallmark of wisdom is glory and its ability to unlock the fullness of our inheritance in Christ (Proverbs 3:35, Revelation 5:12).
Key Insights on Ever-Winning Wisdom
1. The Role of Wisdom in an Ever-Winning Life
- Wisdom is the pathway to sustained victory (Proverbs 4:18, 2 Corinthians 3:18).
- It guarantees triumph in all circumstances through applied knowledge (2 Corinthians 2:14, 1 John 5:4).
- Wisdom ensures continuous progress; with it, you are never programmed for a better yesterday.
2. Wisdom and the Inheritance of Glory
- Wisdom unlocks the sevenfold inheritance of the redeemed (Ecclesiastes 7:11, Revelation 5:12).
- Righteous living leads to an increase in wisdom and glory (Proverbs 9:9, 2 Corinthians 4:17).
Practical Dimensions of Divine Wisdom
Wisdom for Direction
- Wisdom offers clarity and ensures you walk in the Lord’s leading, which always results in victory (Exodus 13:18, Ecclesiastes 10:15).
- Meekness of heart is essential to follow divine direction (Romans 8:31).
Wisdom for Skill and Competence
- Divine wisdom imparts skill that fosters competence and effectiveness in life (Hebrews 5:13-14, James 1:5).
- It enables intellectual excellence and creativity, leading to witty inventions (Proverbs 8:12).
Wisdom for Spiritual Well-Being
- The Word of God provides wisdom to maintain spiritual health (Romans 8:6, Psalm 119:9-11).
- Walking in the light of scripture transforms lives and dispels darkness (Joshua 1:8, Isaiah 60:1-22).
Wisdom for Health and Wholeness
- Divine wisdom secures supernatural health and wholeness (Psalm 107:20, Exodus 15:26).
- It aligns believers with God’s covenant of life and well-being (Malachi 3:6).
Wisdom for Wealth
- Wisdom empowers believers to walk in the covenant of divine wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18).
- Operating under God’s plan ensures His backing and provision.
Warnings and Admonitions
Avoid Pride in Wisdom:
- Do not succumb to the "arrive too soon syndrome" or presume to have attained full wisdom prematurely (Ecclesiastes 7:16, Romans 11:33).
Stay Grounded in God’s Word:
- The Bible is the ultimate repository of divine wisdom, providing all that is needed for victorious living (Acts 5:20).
Guard Your Mind:
- Be selective about the content you consume, particularly online, to maintain spiritual focus (Luke 6:26).
Do Not Settle Too Early:
- Avoid building a tabernacle in the “second chapter” of your life when God has designed a 30-chapter destiny for you (Revelation 3:17).
Takeaways on Divine Wisdom
- Wisdom Elevates: Like Daniel, those who walk in divine wisdom prosper continually (Daniel 6:28, 1:17).
- Wisdom Corrects: It reproves and aligns us with God’s purpose for our lives.
- Wisdom is Transformative: It doesn’t just impart knowledge but requires action, bringing about lasting change.
Culled from Bishop David Oyedepo’s Ministration at Shiloh 2024, Hour of Visitation 1.
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