monthly newsletter of the church of apostles revelation society london
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monthly newsletter of the church of apostles revelation society london
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF THE CHURCH OF APOSTLES REVELATION SOCIETY LONDON May Edition Obedience in accordance with God’s command invariably results in the fulfilment of our requirements. In this way, we do achieve far more from God than we could have through our own struggle. Continued on Page 5&6 A.R.S London Newsletter May Edition Rev. Nina Lewis, Resident Pastor, A.R.S LONDON Matthew 6:19-21 “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also”. Why has God given us life and put us upon earth in the first place. This is the question that King David asks in Psalm 8:3-6 "When I consider Your heavens, the work of Your fingers, the moon and the stars, which You have ordained, what is man that You are mindful of him, and the son of man that You visit him? For You have made him a little lower than the angels, and You have crowned him with glory and honour. You have made him to have dominion over the works of Your hands. You have put all things under his feet" God made us in His own image so that we might give Him our Love, our obedience to His will: to honour Him in all things, to acknowledge His glory, to be a witness in this world of His power and to worship Him and Him alone. Each one of us has a purpose in life which God planned for, and wants us to fulfill. 'We are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do' Paul says in Ephesians 2:10. The bible makes it clear that we were put here for a purpose, to live a life and tread a path already marked out for us even before we were born. Have you ever considered that wealth, possessions, and good fortune in your life can be as much of a spiritual test by God as the trial of hardship. We are used to the idea that difficulties in life can be a test of faith in God – that He will bring us safely through to something better, and that by this test we are made stronger and wiser that God may be glorified. I said before, that wealth can be a given as a test, to see how the owner makes use of his blessings. Timothy speaks of this in 1 Timothy 6:9-10 'But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some Isaiah 43:7 Says 'everyone have wandered away from the faith and who is called by my name, pierced themselves with many pangs. ' whom I created for my glory, Wealth can be a curse if it is not used to whom I formed and made.' make the world a better place. Therefore we must glorify God in all things. Timothy goes on to say in verses 17-18 'As for the rich in this present age, charge them Deuteronomy 6:5 states that not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on our purpose in life is to ' the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who Love the Lord your God with richly provides us with everything to enjoy. all your heart and with all your soul and with all your They are to do good, to be rich in good strength' works, to be generous and ready to share' There are so many temptations for the wealthy – Jesus said 'It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle, than for a wealthy many to enter the Kingdom of Heaven.' If a wealthy person is able to use his advantages for the good of others he will never want for anything. Those who want for nothing in their lives can forget to acknowledge God in all things, giving thanks to Him for His bounty. Hosea 13:6 says 'But when they had grazed, they became full, they were filled, and their heart was lifted up; therefore they forgot me.' Paul says in 1 Corinthians 10:31 'So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. 'Do not forget God. When that time comes and you stand before the owner of your life, you can take nothing with you but but an account of your deeds. Ecclesiastes 12:13–14 'The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God will bring every deed into judgement, with every secret thing, whether good or evil.' May God richly bless you with wealth enhances your life. Amen Page 2 A.R.S London Newsletter May Edition 1. In which year did Mawu Fe Ame make his missionary tour to Yugoslavia, a communist country? 1963 2. In which year was the first chapel in Tadzewu built? 1940 (see photo on the right) 3. When did Wovenu for the first time write a letter to all Heads of State and Government the world over at the instance of God Jehovah? 1961 4. Which family donated a parcel of land to Mawu Fe Ame for the establishment of the Church and schools at Tadzewu? Dahumegbor Sedzro Family 5. Most monuments are not mere decorations.They commemorate Historic events as well.What is the historic importance of the Golden Jubilee Monument at Tadzewu? In the nine-teen forties, a severe drought hit Tadzewu and its neighbours.Mawu Fe Ame led the entire populace to a prayer field,and prayed with them for rain.God answered their prayers instantly and before those who participated in the prayers could return home,it rained cats and dogs and they all got drenched to the bone. A few days later, the chiefs and elders of the town came together and accused Mawu Fe Ame of practising the juju that caused the drought and brought suffering to the area.The monument was therefore constructed to commemorate that occasion.The spot of that prayer field is where the Golden Jubilee monument,containing a fountain, now stands. The flag of THE APOSTLES REVELATION SOCIETY is very unique. It is so distinctive as to defy human design. It defies, especially, the talents of those in Tadzewu, who started the church. It was designed by God and revealed to Mawu Fe Ame in one of his revelations. The Flag is draped in red with the globe in the left hand corner attached to a cross, or stake, lying on its side with ARS inscribed vertically and horizontally to form a cross. On top of the globe is a lamb. The globe is situated on an Ewe kingly stool with two swords (atamkayi), another kingly regalia, inscribed on the side of the stool. The significance of this configuration is profound. The colour red represents the all saving blood of Christ which was shed for the remission of the sins of In composite the flag depicts the our kind. Rule of the Lamb of God - The establishment of the Kingdom of The cross, of course, was God. that on which he was crucified. The globe represents the earth on It was revealed to Mawu fe Ame which the Kingdom of God will with the assurance that God will be established. look kindly on wherever the flag is. The Lamb is the Lamb of God that took away the sins of the world. The kingly regalia establish the divine rule of Christ. His mercy will be towards those who possess it. Like the blood of the Passover Lamb, it is meant to divert the angel of death. (Source:A.R.S Canada website, 2001) Page 3 May Edition A.R.S London Newsletter Page 4 A.R.S London Newsletter May Edition Obedience is better than Sacrifice The disobeying of God’s commandments, declarations, ordinances and statues is not merely transgression against divine order, but indeed an abomination. Any act of disobedience to God is worse than the practising of divination and worshipping of idols. Neither the blood of ox nor billy goat could ever wash away your sins in your life time and the life hereafter. In 1 sam. 15:22, the Prophet Samuel posed the question. ‘’Does the Lord desire offerings and sacrifices as he desires obedience? Look, ‘’ To obey is better than sacrifice and to listen to Him than the fact of rams. “This is the end of the matter you have heard it all. Fear God and obey his commandments; there is no more to man than this. For, God brings everything we do to judgement; and every secret, whether good or bad’’. Ecc. 12; 13 – 14. The Apostle Paul in his letter to Timothy emphasized that godliness with contentment is great gain. 1 Tim. 6:6. God Jehovah does not feel contented with people who commit sins or do not observe His commandments. If a person is pleasing in the sight of God, he completely satisfies that person with all his or her requirements. Such a person does indeed observe God’s commandments, ordinances, statutes to the letter. THY However, if God Jehovah who created us does not feel contented with us, we surely become destitute and devoid of his blessings. Should such persons even use dubious means to obtain riches, he or she stands to forfeit it all and will never regain it. The biblical King Saul completely lost not only his kingship but also his greatness and high status and finally he died confusedly. As it was with King Saul so will I be with all and sundry. History reveals how many a noble or great men, kings, giant associations have completely disappeared into oblivion. God Jehovah ordained the Ten Commandments and has been urging to obey them in order to certainly make this world a paradise. God, the creator declared thus: six things the Lord hates, yes, seven things are detestable to him. And these are: - a proud eye, a false tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that forges thoughts of mischief, and feet that run swiftly to do evil; a false witness telling a pack of lies and one who stirs up quarrels between brothers. Prov. 6:16 – 19. Who can conjecture that the things God his creator hates or detests, he will be able to do them and get deliverance from sin? If any person contemplates to do the things God hates and receives blessings or spiritual redemption, that person must be of disordered mind, insane. Even now-a-days at the high workplaces and among the professionals, people vie for higher posts or promotions, regardless of keeping God’s commandments. Therefore they will never attain their objectives, seeking for promotion while acting in a disobedient manner, debars them from attaining the good fortune they are badly in need of, because God the Creator is simply holding them up to ridicule. If a person is in a contented state, fabulously rich, not all in need, but his behaviour is very bad or he does some of the things the Lord hates, he will invariably be heading for ruin and he himself will be unaware exactly when or how disaster will strike him. COME Oh? Grandfathers and Grandmothers, young men, young women and children, do not seek for vain glories. Rather, you must persevere hard to do God’s will in all respects. Do not be frightened and neglect this precious word ‘’obedience’’ for it is worthwhile for you as an individual and in society generally. Do not deceive each other. Do not commit adultery. Do not have sexual affair with your neighbour’s wife. Page 5 A.R.S London Newsletter May Edition Continued Young men and women must desist having sexual affair until they get properly married. Employees should not cheat on their employers and colleagues, since such acts do not bring any blessing. Married couples should enrich their love for each other by remaining truthful. Their relationship should be devoid of wickedness and deceit and should always forgive one another. Children should obey their parents as decreed by the Lord. When a person sins against his neighbour and shows remorse, then that neighbour should forgive that person. All should put aside anxiety and be guided by humility. Employees should work very hard at their jobs and should not hold their neighbours in hatred for the sun to set over it. No one should take away anything that does not belong to him without the permission to do so. Those who disregard this piece of advice would not be able to escape the Lord’s sanction. Everyone should endeavour to eschew evil as this would prevent diseases among the people. Ex.15:26. Do not eat anything that the Lord does not approve of, either carcass or blood. Pray incessantly, seize the initiative yourself. You do not require anyone to prompt you to go where you could seek blessings. Oh, Nations! The Lord’s beloved Nation, be attentive, open your eyes and observe this wide field. God the Creator does not make provision for any sacrifice of atonement that would forestall punishment for the disobedient. Ah! Recall the cordial relationship between the prophet Moses and God which of you is of the opinion that if Moses had sinned would be forgiven? God instructed Moses to assemble the Nation and to acknowledge before them that all water belongs to Him (God) before striking the rock with rod, Moses however, did not comply this instruction. God queried Moses why he did not acknowledge his ownership of the water before the people. In consequence, he asked Moses to climb a mountain and survey the Promised Land, but that he would never set foot there. Deut. 3:27. God’s pronouncements that day, no doubt are still relevant and valid for us today, he does not discriminate. If God were partial through the provision of atonement sacrifice, Moses would have been a beneficiary. You are thus entreated to obey and conform to the ordinances that the Lord has given you. Members of the Church and employees must be obedient to their respective masters. Obedience is like a string that rakes in fortunes for man during his life time. There is no sacrifice that atones for insubordination or disrespect for authority. servants to their masters. Obedience could transform them and make them shine as the sun does. Anyone who does not make the effort to understand and conform accordingly would spell his or her own doom. In the course of constructing the Ark of the Covenant, God decreed that unauthorized persons should not handle it. Uzzah, however handled it and was instantly killed by God. 1 Chron. 13:9- 10. The sons of Aaron, Nadab and Abihu were consumed by fire because they presented unlawful fire which the Lord had not prescribed for them. Lev. 10: 1-2. Again, God decreed that persons not assigned to do specified jobs in the Ministry must restrain themselves from doing so. Numb. 4:17-20. Oh you, the nation of God, take note and heed the good counsel of Ecclesiastes 12:13. I wish you all the Season’s blessings. If it pleases God the Creator, we shall meet again, if not in this world, then the world hereafter. Refusing to play the game according to the rules could cause serious disruption and eventual sanctions. Some self conceited persons flout rules and regulations with contempt. Do consider the Lord’s creation of the Sun and Moon. They daily follow the course that the Lord has designated for them. May the Lord abide with you; I wish you all a Merry X’mas and a Anyone who surrounds himself with a prosperous new year. fence of obedience becomes a symbol of beauty that surpasses gold Please do enjoy your stay- Amen! and silver. PROPHET C.K.N. Wovenu New Tadzewu God wants obedience to reign December 1998 supreme in the world that he created. Workers should therefore submit to their superiors like Page 6 A.R.S London Newsletter May Edition A.R.S LONDON Newsletter makes first appearance in Ghana. SHORT HISTORY ON TSITO AWUDOME -ZION. PIG FARM MID - GREATER ACCRA The Apostles Revelation Society Church at Tsito Awudome found it difficult to get a convenient place to worship.Mawu Fe Ame appealed to Mr. Agbo Kofi for land.Mawu Fe Ame was offered a land which is not far away from Tsito. ABELENKPE ASHAIMAN In the year 1961,The Apostles Revelation Society Church branch moved to the new town which Mawu Fe Ame named Zion. When the people were marching to the new town,they sang the song: I AM GOING TO ZION,THEY CAN INSULT ME, I AM GOING TO ZION,THEY CAN LAUGH AT ME, I AM GOING TO ZION, I CAN BE HUNGRY, I AM ONLY AIMING AT WHAT IS AHEAD OF ME, THEREFORE I CANNOT BE DISCOURAGED. TSITO AWUDOME-ZION ATIAVI TEMA PRAMPRAM TEMA PRAMPRAM Page 7 A.R.S London Newsletter May Edition Do you have any books written by Prophet C.K.N Wovenu? Please have a look on our website and if you have any that we do not have up on there, please get in touch with us. This applies to any original photos you have, of Prophet C.K.N Wovenu. Help us to keep his legacy going! HUSH! HUSH TO THE WORLD (2 times) THE VOICE OF GOD ECHOES IN THE SKY ROOT UP THE WORKS OF THE ADVERSARY (2 Times) THE MOST HIGH HIS KINGDOM HAS CLAIMED LET THE EARTH IN STILLNESS BE! TRINITY SUNDAY 31ST MAY 2015 (HONOUR GOD AS FATHER, SON AND HOLY SPIRIT Would you like to contribute to our newsletter? Send your articles, poems, testimonies etc to our email: [email protected] Please Note all entries are subject to approval by Rev. Nina Lewis. Elder Kennedy Bokor and Elder Divine Akpakpavi have been appointed to be in charge of overseeing the youth activities. They would be working in partnership with Mr. George Fiawoo and the youth leaders henceforth. May God continue to guide them throughout their work with the youth. Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Website: www.arslondon.com Stroudgreen Play Centre, Ennis Road, N4 3HD, Finsbury Park, London Page 8