A world that constantly pulls us in multiple directions, finding peace of mind can feel like an elusive goal. The pressures of life—be it from work, family, or the uncertainties of the future—can often lead to anxiety and stress. However, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome passionately says, the key to overcoming these challenges lies not in avoiding them but in calming your mind and embracing the power of faith.
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You Are Destined for Greatness
“Say this with me: I’m gonna do great things. I’m a child of the King because I’m born again, and I have the Holy Spirit in me.” Pastor Chris begins his message with a powerful affirmation, reminding believers that their destiny is one of greatness, not mediocrity. He draws on the promise God made to Abraham, a promise that extends to all who belong to Christ. “If you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham’s seed,” he declares, “So we are the seed of Abraham whom God made great.”
This notion of greatness is not about worldly success alone but encompasses the fullness of God’s blessings—spiritual, emotional, and physical. For Pastor Chris, this greatness is inherent in every believer because they are part of a divine lineage. “Say, I’m great because I’m the seed of Abraham,” he encourages, urging his listeners to reject any notion of smallness or inadequacy.
Understanding Your Divine Family Tree
In a striking moment of the sermon, Pastor Chris emphasizes the importance of recognizing one’s spiritual heritage. “I’m not from an average family at all,” he proclaims. “How could I be from an average family? Don’t you know my family tree? I got Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Don’t you understand?” For believers, understanding their spiritual lineage is crucial to embracing their identity in Christ.
Pastor Chris lists an impressive roster of biblical figures, from David and Solomon to Paul and Peter, underscoring that these are the spiritual ancestors of every Christian. “That’s not a small family,” he exclaims, “and in that family, there’s been no failure. No failure has been recorded. Everyone turned out right.”
This declaration serves as a powerful reminder that despite the mistakes or challenges faced by these biblical figures, they ultimately fulfilled God’s purposes for their lives. Pastor Chris highlights Enoch as an example, saying, “The Bible says Enoch walked with God and he was not, for God took him. Before his translation, he had the testimony that he pleased God.” Enoch, like the other members of this divine family, finished well, demonstrating that failure is not part of a believer’s spiritual DNA.
The Life of God in You
Central to Pastor Chris’s message is the transformative power of being born again. “When you were born again, the life of Christ supplanted the human life that was in you,” he explains. This new life in Christ means that believers are no longer bound by the limitations of their natural existence but are infused with divine potential.
He encourages believers to speak life-giving words over themselves: “Say, I’m a child of God. I’m born again. I’ve got the Spirit of God in me. I’ve got the life of God in me.” This confession is not just a declaration of faith but a statement of identity. Pastor Chris insists that the Word of God should be in the believer’s spirit, heart, and mouth, ready to be released at any moment. “Out of my belly flow rivers of living water,” he declares, urging believers to recognize that they are channels of God’s blessings to the world.
The Power of Blessing
A significant portion of Pastor Chris’s sermon is devoted to the theme of blessing. “I’m a blessing, not a cursor,” he states emphatically. “I’m a goods distributor, divine life distributor, divine health distributor, blessing distributor because I’m blessed.” This powerful affirmation speaks to the believer’s role as an agent of God’s goodness in the world.
Pastor Chris highlights that as blessed individuals, believers have the authority to bless others and to speak life into situations. “Wave your hands, glory to God, wave your hands,” he instructs, leading the congregation in a moment of worship and acknowledgment of God’s continuous blessings.
A Prayer for Global Impact
In a heartfelt prayer, Pastor Chris calls upon God to use His people to save and help others. “May God use you to save His people,” he prays, “Because whatever you do for God’s people, you’re doing for Jesus Christ.” This prayer reflects the global vision that Pastor Chris holds, recognizing that the work of the kingdom extends far beyond individual needs.
He prays for God’s favor and protection over every aspect of the believer’s life—from January to December, and in every corner of the globe. “May God’s spirit rest upon you and bless you and keep you healthy and strong in the name of Jesus,” he declares, calling for divine intervention in the lives of those who serve God.
A Prophetic Word for the Nations
Pastor Chris’s sermon also contains a powerful prophetic word for nations around the world. “There’s an increase,” he announces, “The anointing is heating in Zimbabwe, the grace of God is increasing upon you in South Africa.” He speaks of a new move of the Spirit in countries such as Ghana, the United Kingdom, Canada, Cameroon, and Botswana, highlighting the global reach of God’s work.
In this prophetic moment, Pastor Chris underscores the importance of being sensitive to the Spirit’s leading and recognizing the anointing that is available to accomplish great things for the kingdom of God. “The anointing of God is moving,” he declares, calling on believers to be ready to receive and act on what God is doing in their regions.
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Conclusion: Rise Up and Walk
In the closing moments of his sermon, Pastor Chris delivers a powerful call to action: “Whatever situation you have found yourself in, rise up and walk—rise up financially, rise up politically, rise up!” This call to “rise up” is a challenge to every believer to step into their God-given authority and destiny, to calm their minds, and to trust in the divine power at work within them.
As Pastor Chris reminds us, “No weapon fashioned against you shall prosper. No evil shall befall you. No plague shall come nigh your dwelling.” With these words, he encourages believers to embrace the peace that comes from knowing they are protected, favored, and blessed by God.
