Ebenezer Family Church
436 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -Sermons, devotions, and other discussions from Ebenezer Family Church.
Based in King William's Town, South Africa.
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09 February Devotion - Simeon
February 08, 2022 19:16 - 5 minutes - 12.2 MBWhy could Israel not have pork? Does that apply to us today? By no means! Christ Jesus has broken the barrier. We are all one in Him
06 January - Elijah and the Ravens - Pastor Paul
February 07, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBGod is our great Provider! Let's learn some lessons from the narrative of Elijah and the Ravens. There is something special about God's provision for us!
02 February Devotion - Simeon
February 01, 2022 11:37 - 6 minutes - 14.7 MBTo love discipline is to learn and to grow. Let's learn to love correction and God's discipline so we can grow strong in faith!
30 January - Solomon Dedicates the Temple - Pastor Paul
January 30, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 62.1 MBThere are some interesting and significant aspects to uncover when we read about Solomon's dedication of the Temple in Jerusalem. Let's learn some lessons from this narrative and how they apply to our lives as Christ's Temple!
26 January Devotion - Simeon
January 25, 2022 13:42 - 6 minutes - 13.8 MBOur actions cannot change what's in our heart. We need to make sure our hearts are right first!
19 January Devotion - Simeon
January 18, 2022 11:03 - 7 minutes - 18 MBAs believers, we need to make a choice: do we follow the world, or God? The gods of this world cannot walk and talk unless we do for them. But the Lord God has spoken through His Word!
16 January - New Year's Resolutions - Pastor Paul
January 16, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 70.2 MBMost people make resolutions for the new year. As believers, let's resolve to build our foundation on the Rock that is Christ!
12 January Devotion - Simeon
January 11, 2022 13:07 - 5 minutes - 12.4 MBAs we begin the new year, let's remember that God goes before us. Let's remember to put Him FIRST in all that we are and in all that we are!
05 January Devotion - Pastor Paul
January 05, 2022 04:00 - 5 minutes - 11.9 MBWell, we've made it to 2022! Let's give God all the glory and take some encouragement from his Word!
29 December Devotion - Pastor Paul
December 29, 2021 04:00 - 4 minutes - 9.5 MBPerhaps some of us face a hangover from all the spending and pressures of this holiday season. Let's refocus on Jesus and avoid the hangover!
22 December Devotion - Pastor Paul
December 22, 2021 04:00 - 5 minutes - 11.9 MBLet's discuss Christmas today. Some of us consider one day more important than others. Let's not cause each other to stumble!
19 December - Living Stones - Pastor Pragasen
December 19, 2021 19:00 - 36 minutes - 67.3 MBWith Christ Jesus as our cornerstone we can be living stones in his Kingdom! Join us as Pastor Pragasen shares with us.
15 December Devotion - Simeon
December 15, 2021 07:29 - 6 minutes - 14.7 MBAs we end the year and reflect on our accomplishments, failures, relationships, and everything else, let's make sure we start the new season doing everything out of God's love!
12 December - Testimonies
December 12, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 54.1 MBJoin us for a time of testimonies this morning!
08 December Devotion - Simeon
December 07, 2021 14:43 - 10 minutes - 23.6 MBOften we want to see 'evidence' from God - miraculous signs and big works - before we believe what He says. That's the wrong order. Believe in what God says and then you'll see what He is doing!
05 December - What Will Heaven Be Like? - Pastor Paul
December 05, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 81.8 MBToday we look at selected Scripture verses to paint a picture of what it will be like when we get to Heaven. Let's learn some lessons about our eternity!
01 December Devotion - Simeon
November 30, 2021 14:57 - 4 minutes - 11.1 MBThe idea of a home varies from person to person. In God's Kingdom, He is our home! What a wonderful thing to remember in these difficult times!
28 November - David and Bathsheba - Pastor Paul
November 30, 2021 14:52 - 40 minutes - 74.6 MBToday we're looking at the tragic story of David and Bathsheba. This exemplary Israelite, a man after God's own heart, falls into sin. Let's learn some lessons from this devastating narrative!
24 November Devotion - Simeon
November 23, 2021 14:03 - 6 minutes - 15.2 MBWe often hear things like "study medicine to make lots of money", or "travel the world; you're young", or "buy Bitcoin". It's not bad to have plans and strategies for life, but James tells us not to live for tomorrow. It is better to live for God's will!
22 November - Saul and the Witch - Pastor Paul
November 22, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 69 MBWhen Saul consulted the Witch of Endor could probably be considered his the point at which God decided to do away with him. When we turn to the darks arts and dabble in the things of Satan, we really move away from God. Let's learn some lessons from this narrative about magic and witchcraft!
17 November Devotion - Simeon
November 16, 2021 14:32 - 6 minutes - 15.8 MBCulture in the ancient Mediterranean cherished the idea of reciprocity - a gift was never truly free... So, that means when Paul says God's grace is a completely free gift, it must have been truly radical!
14 November - David Spares Saul's Life (Twice) - Pastor Paul
November 15, 2021 07:27 - 35 minutes - 64.9 MBDavid had two opportunities to destroy Saul and take the throne as King. But David was waiting on the Lord - for HIS plans to prevail. Let's learn some lessons from David trusting God's plan!
10 November Devotion - Simeon
November 09, 2021 10:51 - 4 minutes - 11.1 MBDavid had to deal with some difficult people before he could fight Goliath. Often we deal with difficult people, especially those close to us. Let's take some encouragement from David!
07 November - David and Goliath - Pastor Paul
November 09, 2021 06:19 - 33 minutes - 62.2 MBToday we read through many people's favourite Bible story. Let's look at some of the details of this great narrative and some lessons we can learn from humble David's battle with the mighty Philistine Goliath!
31 October - Voting: A Biblical Approach - Pastor Paul
November 03, 2021 06:27 - 44 minutes - 81.8 MBWhile the Elections are over now and Pastor Paul spoke on Sunday right before them, there are still some important things to discuss. As we reflect on our votes, let's look at some crucial voting issues for the believer!
03 November Devotion - Simeon
November 02, 2021 15:02 - 6 minutes - 14.5 MBLots of change is coming after the Elections and lots of promises to be kept. But our priority as Christians is still God's Kingdom. Let's keep doing his work! Work for an ETERNAL Kingdom!
27 October Devotion - What About Elections? - Simeon
October 26, 2021 10:57 - 6 minutes - 14.2 MBWith the Local Government Elections coming up, there are a few thoughts I'd like to share. Let's have a look at this conundrum from a Christian perspective!
24 October - David Enters Service - Pastor Paul
October 25, 2021 10:28 - 39 minutes - 72.3 MBDavid did not become king straight after his anointing... he entered Saul's courts as a servant full of praise. Let's learn some lessons about praise from a young David!
20 October Devotion - Simeon
October 19, 2021 15:01 - 4 minutes - 9.25 MBSome of us are stronger in the faith, which means we don't feel so bad if we eat Halaal food... But some of us aren't as strong, so the strong ones must be gentle and sensitive to those who aren't. This is all so we can have unity in the body of Christ!
17 October - Alive in Christ - Pastor Pragasen
October 19, 2021 07:46 - 40 minutes - 73.5 MBWhat exactly does it mean to be alive in Christ? Let's look at six symbols that depict Christ's relationship to His church and how we are alive in Him!
13 October Devotion - Simeon
October 13, 2021 10:00 - 5 minutes - 13.1 MBGod never drops us like poor internet speeds! Let's remember to be faithful to Him too!
10 October - A Message on Having Faith - Pastor Stephen
October 12, 2021 07:28 - 33 minutes - 61.4 MBPastor Stephen shares some thoughts about what it means to have faith and to live by faith. Let's learn what faith means to us in this troublesome time!
06 October Devotion - Simeon
October 06, 2021 10:10 - 3 minutes - 8.96 MBLike the widow who gave out of her poverty, let's remember that we don't need to be wealthy in spirit before we approach Jesus. He wants us as we are, even in the poverty of our spirit!
29 September Devotion - Simeon
September 28, 2021 09:55 - 6 minutes - 14.8 MBWe all face life-changing experiences and we cannot always see what's ahead of us. But that doesn't mean we cannot have faith. Faith is much better than emotion! Let's have faith in God's plan as He moves us forward through these life-changing experiences!
26 September - King Saul - Pastor Paul
September 28, 2021 08:41 - 40 minutes - 73.5 MBThe Israelites wanted a king. Saul was handpicked by God, yet failed so miserably at his task. Let's look at some lessons we can learn from Saul's uninspiring tenure as king of Israel!
22 September Devotion - Simeon
September 21, 2021 11:04 - 4 minutes - 9.72 MBWithout compromising on truth, we are encouraged to let our words be attractive to others. Non-believers might end up loving the Gospel message, they just need that initial attraction. Let's make sure our words are seasoned with salt!
05 September - Idols Must Fall! - Pastor Paul
September 07, 2021 09:52 - 29 minutes - 54.4 MBIndeed, we go through many idols in our lives that take the place of our worship of the true Lord. Let's learn some lessons (and warnings!) from 1 Samuel 5 about idols!
25 August Devotion - Simeon
August 24, 2021 21:02 - 6 minutes - 14.8 MBStop before the line! Stop before you enter into sin, into lawlessness. But when you're in the intersection, get out quickly! Let's talk about sin and lawlessness today!
22 August - Ruth and Naomi - Pastor Paul
August 24, 2021 09:04 - 1 hour - 113 MBThe story of Ruth has to be one of the best love stories ever! But Ruth's devotion to her mother-in-law, Naomi, meant her story was something truly special. Let's learn some lessons today from Ruth and Naomi!
18 August Devotion - Simeon
August 17, 2021 17:20 - 6 minutes - 14.2 MBWhat did Jesus mean when he told us to pray: "Your Kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven"? Let's find out!
15 August - Samson and Delilah - Pastor Paul
August 16, 2021 10:37 - 54 minutes - 126 MBToday we look at the narrative of Samson the judge and how he lost everything because of his feeble faith. Delilah tricked him because he was not confident in God, only himself. But, God's divine purposes are always accomplished! Let's learn some lessons from Samson today!
11 August Devotion - Simeon
August 10, 2021 18:26 - 7 minutes - 16.7 MBThe crowds wanted Jesus because of what He could do for them. They wanted signs and wonders, not the Good News of salvation. Let's not be like the crowds; let's want Jesus for who He is!
04 August Devotion - Simeon
August 03, 2021 19:43 - 7 minutes - 16.1 MBMany people in the ministry love their titles. But it's not about the name of the gift we have or position we hold. It's all about what we do with what God has given us for His Kingdom!
28 July Devotion - Simeon
July 28, 2021 05:47 - 5 minutes - 3.22 MBRepentance brings healing to nation. Imagine a nation of peacemakers, children of God. If we repent and seek His face, He WILL forgive our sins and bring healing!
25 July - Do You Remember Your Jesus? - Simeon
July 23, 2021 14:26 - 25 minutes - 57.3 MBMany churches have great doctrine, unmatched deeds, and everything right on the outside. But, they have actually forgotten their first love, their priority love - Jesus. Let's learn some lessons from John's letter to the Ephesian church in Revelation 2!
21 July Devotion - Simeon
July 20, 2021 10:23 - 4 minutes - 11.3 MBThe peacemakers are the children of God. Are you a peacemaker? In all that we do (and all that we post on social media!) let us be called the peacemakers!
18 July - God's Best Man Was a Woman - Pastor Paul
July 17, 2021 09:38 - 32 minutes - 73.3 MBThe story of Deborah in Judges 4 & 5 is filled with all sorts of lessons for us today. Join us as we learn just three as we continue through the bible narratives.
14 July Devotion - Simeon
July 14, 2021 16:42 - 6 minutes - 14 MBWith all this chaos going on around us, let's take a moment to remember that we are safe in Jesus. Come, let us go to His mountain!
11 July - The Day the Sun Stood Still - Pastor Paul
July 11, 2021 04:00 - 24 minutes - 56.8 MBHave you ever been in a situation where you've longed for a few more hours of daylight to complete what you started? Join us today as we see how Joshua and the Israelites got this right!
04 July - The Capture of Jericho - Pastor Paul
July 04, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 51.2 MBThe Israelites' first challenge and victory in their Promised Land was the City of Jericho. Let's learn some lessons from this narrative!