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JESUS THE ULTIMATE AND FINAL SACRIFICE.

He did not enter by means of the blood of goats and calves; but he entered the Most Holy Place once for all by his own blood, having obtained eternal redemption. The blood of goats and bulls and the ashes of a heifer sprinkled on those who are ceremonially unclean sanctify them so that they are outwardly clean. How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God! Hebrews 9:12 – 14

*A scarlet stream flows through Scripture.* It begins at the gates of Genesis and courses through to the end of Revelation.

The stream was set in motion when Adam and Eve sinned at the beginning, and *God shed the blood of innocent animals to provide covering for them* (Genesis 3:21). Later, *God accepted Abel’s blood sacrifice,* but Cain’s offering was rejected (Genesis 4:5).

Six centuries passed, and the stream resurfaced when *Noah’s first act following the flood was to worship God with the offering of sacrificial animals* (Genesis 8:20). Years later, God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his beloved son. Even as Abraham lifted the knife, *God spared Isaac and provided a ram for the altar instead.*

Four centuries passed, and the stream rolled on in the story of Moses. On the night that the Israelites escaped Egypt, *the blood over the doorpost of their homes spared their firstborn sons.*

To usher in the new covenant, *Jesus shed His blood once and for all.* Destined to die from the foundations of the world, He became the scapegoat for our sin, *the ultimate and final sacrifice.*

Today, *we remember that crimson, cleansing tide every time we participate in communion.* This, we will do until He comes again. *Only then will the scarlet stream reach its final destination.*

LET’S PRAY.
This morning and beyond God will raise you up for the purpose of showing His Power and Might. He will fulfil His purposes and agenda in you, and through you. You are anointed with God’s Favour. He will make you and all yours the candidates of His in-explainable grace. The voice of Favour shall silence all other voices that speak contradictions against you in Jesus name.
The blood of Jesus is our provision, power, protection, and Passover. May you abide under its scarlet stream. Amen Amen Amen! Fountain to your life.

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MESSAGE OF THE CROSS: THE TRUTH THAT CHANGES THE WORLD.

And now what do I have here?” declares the LORD. “For my people have been taken away for nothing, and those who rule them mock, ” declares the LORD. “And all day long my name is constantly blasphemed. Therefore my people will know my name; therefore in that day they will know that it is I who foretold it. Yes, it is I.” How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!” Isaiah 52:5 – 7

The Gospel message – the Good News about Jesus Christ – is the truth that we possess! *We carry around this unspeakably precious treasure in our jars-of-clay bodies* (II Corinthians 4:7).

Naaman, the leper, was desperate for a cure. One small voice of hope spoke into his despair. *A captive slave girl shared a message that changed his world* (II Kings 5:3). *She walked in and out of one verse unnamed, but the truth she possessed delivered Naaman from certain death.*

Why do we shrink from sharing the truth that we possess? We cringe at the thought of rejection. *We worry that we can’t quote chapter and verse.* We think someone stronger and smarter will be better for the job. *But the treasure inside speaks otherwise.*

We mingle with people every day who are desperate for a cure for the sin that has ravaged their lives. They strain for a glimmer of hope. *They seek a truth that will change their world and deliver them from certain death.*

Open up the treasure box! *Bring the good news! Proclaim peace!* Bring glad testimony of the good things that God has done for you! Proclaim His salvation! *The truth that you possess is the truth that changes the world!*

LET’S PRAY.
May the Holy Spirit endue you with power to be His witness to all the world, to proclaim that our God reigns! This morning, may God’s hand be upon you and your family. I pray God shall pursue your enemies far away from you, any calamity or accidents prepare against you shall not work, their plan for evil, shall back fire in Jesus mighty name.
May God send HIS Angels to guide and lead you to your blessing and breakthrough in Jesus mighty name. Anyone behind your suffering, shall withdraw by fire and confess to you by force in Jesus name. Today God shall favor you and your family in Jesus name. Fountain.

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THE ANOINTING BREAKS THE YOKE TO SET YOU FREE!

The Lord Almighty will lash them with a whip, as when he struck down Midian at the rock of Oreb; and he will raise his staff over the waters, as he did in Egypt. In that day their burden will be lifted from your shoulders, their yoke from your neck; the yoke will be broken because you have grown so fat. Isaiah 10:26-27

A “yoke” is a wooden bar that is lashed to the neck of an animal that enables it to bear heavy burdens and pull large loads. The farmer binds the yoke to the animal’s neck, so it cannot shake it off. *Yokes often signify slavery and oppression.*

In today’s verse, the prophet, Isaiah, brought good news to King Hezekiah. The Assyrian king had captured Judah’s cities, demanded exorbitant tributes, and mocked the God they served. *But God promised that He would lift the burden and break the yoke! “by reason of the appearing of the Anointed One,” Christ*

And why would God deliver Judah? Was it for His great love? Because Hezekiah was such a deserving king? Because Judah had done all the right things in the right ways? *No, “by reason of the appearing of the Anointed One,” Christ, gave their freedom!*

*As His children, we are His anointed.* Whatever yoke Satan has bound to your neck to lead you astray and bow you under its weight, God will lift it from your shoulders.

He will not just remove it – He will destroy it! *You will no longer have to carry that burden.* It will no longer be a source of struggle that will affect you or your children. *The anointing breaks the yoke to set you free!*

LET’S PRAY.
May the anointing of God lift every burden and break every yoke in your life to bring total freedom and joy!
Grace speaks, Grace elevates, Grace distinguishes, Grace repositions, Grace makes great, Grace never suffers disgrace, Grace paves way, Grace gives strength. When there is a casting down, God’s Grace brings unbelievable lifting. You will enjoy the Abundance of God’s Grace in Jesus precious name. By the grace of God, those things that trouble you, powers, personalities you will not see them anymore in the mighty name of Jesus. Peace shall be with you today and forevermore “by reason of the appearing of the Anointed One,” Christ. Amen Amen Amen! Fountain!

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THE CROSS, OUR VICTORY BANNER.

The time for judging this world has come, when Satan, the ruler of this world, will be cast out. And when I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw everyone to myself.” He said this to indicate how he was going to die. John 12:31 – 33

“For his unfailing love toward those who fear him is as great as the height of the heavens above the earth. He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west.” Psalms 103:11 – 12

Horses straining towards the fight, soldiers bravely brandishing their swords, and banners flying proudly in the wind – we can picture the battle scenes of old.

While the conflict raged and the ground was in question, no army hoisted its victory banner. But when one army vanquished another, when the enemy fell back in defeat, the conquering army planted its flag firmly in the ground. No longer in question, *the ground now belonged to the victor.*

Before we come to the cross, the ground of our soul is in question. Our eternal destiny is uncertain. Satan fights ferociously to capture and carry us to hell. *Jesus was lifted up on the cross, hoisted above the battle.* His death means certain victory for all who accept His invitation for life everlasting.

At the cross, *Jesus draws all people to Himself.* No one has ever been rejected or turned away. *Every single soul can find its home in Him.* Satan may attempt to torment, but he cannot overpower us. He may attack, but he will not destroy us. He may come at us from one direction, but he will flee from us on seven different routes (Deuteronomy 28:7).

Whose banner flies over the *soil of your soul?* Whose victory flag is planted in the *battleground of your heart?* Let there be no question Who reigns over your life.

LET’S PRAY.
Father we thank you for victory the Cross by our Lord and Saviour Jesus. It represent our day of triumph, joy, and celebration. May you recognize that His banner over you is love and victory! May you always walk in victory, talk victory and live victoriously in Jesus glorious name. Today, I pray your case is Settled. No evil judgment shall keep you down, By Mercy your Glory is restored. Your destiny is Healed. The Earnest Expectations of your Enemies shall be disappointed. Your broken hope is renewed. By Mercy you’re taken over your Enemies Territory. Those Good things you’ve stretched your Spiritual and Physical Muscles to get and you couldn’t. Mercy shall bring them to you without Struggles. By Mercy you’re recovering without Limitation in Jesus Mighty Name. Amen Amen Amen! Fountain!!!

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Easter Sunday service at Fountain of Life Chapel, Mafi-Kumase

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HIS BLOOD, SHED ON THE CROSS.

“For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross.” Colossians 1:19-20

*Only the blood of Jesus* – only the blood of His cross – reconciles us to the Father. *Only His blood makes peace between us and God.*

When the Nile River turned into blood in the first plague of Egypt, every stream ran red and the water in every vessel in every home turned to blood. *That blood did not save us.*

When Solomon dedicated the Temple, he sacrificed 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So much blood – *but those offerings could not wash away their sins.*

The Roman army surrounded Jerusalem in 70 A.D. The city was decimated, the Temple was destroyed, and over one million people, mostly Jews, were killed. *Their blood could not bring us into right relationship with God.*

*The only blood that can remove the stain of sin from our souls is the blood of the Lamb of God slain for the redemption of many.* With heaven and earth watching, Emmanuel bled His life away. From His head, His hands, His feet, His brow, and His side, *His blood poured out for each one of us.*

*Only His blood* bought our forgiveness, our hope, our future, and everlasting life.

LET’S PRAY.
Today, Praise Him whose blood bought your forgiveness and cleanses you from all unrighteousness. Serve Him with all of your heart, soul, mind, and body. He bled for you. I pray that the contradictions and difficulties of life shall not submerge you. You shall overcome life’s challenges. God shall move over your situation and announce your name for good. God will plunge you into realm of amazing testimonies. There shall be full restoration of life into everything you represent. You shall see God’s greatness even in difficult circumstances God the Comforter shall give you comfort and rest in all aspect of your life. Because He has you in His heart, you shall never be an abandon project in His hand in Jesus mighty name. Amen Amen Amen! Fountain.

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JESUS PAID A DEBT HE DID NOT OWE.

He who is slothful in his work Is a brother to him who is a great destroyer. Proverbs 18:9

If we believe in something, we will bleed for it. We will sweat to succeed. *Sweat demonstrates effort and hard work.* Only in the dictionary does *success* precede *work!*

Today’s lead verse seeks to tell us that, the “great waster” is one who does not properly care for that which is entrusted to him.

In Luke 22:44, Jesus prayed in Gethsemane, and His sweat poured out like huge drops of blood. Why? *He believed in us, and He was working for us.* Jesus bore the burden of our humanity, and in that moment, He struggled mightily.

He accepted a weight with which we are too familiar. Jesus, Who had never known sin, became sin, so that we could be made right with God (II Corinthians 5:21). Our sin and shame rolled onto His shoulders, and He was separated from the Father – an agony that He had never experienced.

Hours before, He prayed of the beautiful unity that He and the Father shared. Hours later, He cried from the cross, *“My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?”* (Mark 15:34). He poured out His blood and sweat. He completed the work to pay a debt that He did not owe. Proving that He did not die from physical weakness, but that He purposely laid down His Own life. During this three hour period when darkness covered that of the world, if not the whole Earth, He bore the sin penalty of mankind, on which the Heavenly Father could not look.

Where are you investing your sweat? Are you about the Father’s business? We must energetically undertake the work that Jesus commanded: *to go into all the world and preach the Gospel to every creature.* Sweat comes before success.

LET’S PRAY.
This morning, l pray, May you commit to the Father’s business – to go and preach the Gospel and make disciples. May He bless the work of your hands and sweat of your brow!
May miracles, signs and wonders be the results of your willingness to sharing the Gospel in your community. May the Creator of heaven and earth show forth strong to confirm and affirm His Word to everyone who listen to the message of salvation in Jesus glorious name. Amen Amen Amen! Fountain to your life.

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THE CROSS: OUR TREE OF TRIUMPH

“As for me, may I never boast about anything except the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. Because of that cross, my interest in this world has been crucified, and the world’s interest in me has also died.” Galatians 6:14

At the top of Mountain Moriah, God used a tree as a tool of redemption for Isaac. At the final instant, as Abraham raised his knife in obedience to the Lord, God provided a sacrifice instead of Isaac – a ram caught in the thicket.

Centuries later, Jesus became the substitute for us all on the tree at Mount Calvary. The only begotten Son of God was nailed to the cross. This tree is why He knows us, why we are united in the family of God, that we can create a habitation of praise for our Father, that we can go boldly before the throne of grace to receive mercy. Jesus Christ paid the price on that cursed tree.

Today’s verse is telling us that, the only way we can overcome the world, and I mean the only way, is by placing our Faith exclusively in the Cross of Christ and keeping it there.

His blood reached us in our faraway, desperate state and pulled us near. Without the cross, no grace or mercy is extended, no salvation is available. Without the cross, we cannot be called sons and daughters of the Most High. Without the cross, we have no reason to rejoice.

Because of that cruel tree, we are grafted into every promise and covenant, sins washed away, lives made whole. We have a glorious future with the One Who loved us to the death. That cruel cross became our tree of triumph!

LET’S PRAY.
I join my faith to yours to Declare your triumph through the tree of Calvary in Jesus name. Rejoice that you are more than a conqueror through Him Who loves you! From today, all those looking for your downfall, shall wait in vain in the name of Jesus Christ. Everyone assigned by the demonic powers from darkness to destroy your dreams and future will not manifest in Jesus mighty name.
Those assigned from witchcraft and wizard camps to trouble you and your children, your God shall trouble them, they will not have peace and happiness in their household, any thing they lay their hands on, will not succeed in Jesus mighty name.
You shall see their destruction in Jesus mighty name. Amen Amen Amen!
STAY HOME, STAY SAFE
Fountain to your life.

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YOUR GRATITUDE WILL INVITE HIS PRESENCE, PROVISION, AND POWER INTO EVERY AREA OF BROKENNESS.

For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me. For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.
1 Corinthians 11:23-26

On the night before His crucifixion, Jesus shared the Passover meal with His disciples. There, He instituted the beautiful practice of communion which we still share thousands of years later.

That evening, as He stood in the very shadow of the cross, as He tore the bread that would forever symbolize His broken body, He gave thanks. Knowing that He was destined for the cross, He gave thanks.

He often expressed thanks throughout His earthly voyage. When he held up a boy’s meager lunch, He gave thanks as He broke the bread and divided the fish to feed more than 5000 people before collecting the leftovers.

As He wept outside the tomb of His dear friend, Lazarus, He paused to pray, “Father, I thank You that You have heard Me” (John 11:41). Moments later, He called His dead friend back to the land of the living and into the arms of his grateful sisters.

The spirit of gratitude released the miracle-working power of God in each situation. Are you navigating a storm or trudging through a dark valley? Find a place of prayer, and offer thanks to God. Your gratitude will invite His presence, provision, and power into every area of brokenness.

Come into His presence with thanksgiving. May worship flow from your heart, for He is good and greatly to be praised.

LET’S PRAY
The Almighty God will never leave nor forsake you at anytime of your life because of the Cross. You will always enjoy the divine presence of God everyday, every time and everywhere in Jesus name!
God will give you laughter for the rest of your life because of the finished work on the Cross. Your portion at the top will not be occupied nor traded in Jesus name!
Those who have caused you troubles will go ahead of announcing the favour of God on your life by force like Herman in Jesus name! You shall recover all what the enemies have stolen from you and your children because of the finished work on the Cross in Jesus mighty name. Glory to God. Amen Amen Amen! Fountain to your life.

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THE POWER AND PRIVILEGE OF CHOICE.

“Now fear the Lord and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your ancestors worshiped beyond the Euphrates River and in Egypt, and serve the Lord. But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” Then the people answered, “Far be it from us to forsake the Lord to serve other gods! Joshua 24:14 – 16

Joshua threw down the gauntlet to the children of Israel. “Serve the Lord!” he challenged (Joshua 24:14). But he made it clear… the choice was theirs to make.

Before they weighed in with their decision, Joshua reminded them of the God he served. He was the One Who parted the Red Sea so they could cross on dry ground – then swallowed the Egyptians in the briny deep. He protected and guided them in a column of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night. When they were hungry, manna fell from heaven. When they were thirsty, water gushed from a rock. He caused the walls of Jericho to crumble before their victory cry.

How could it seem evil to elect that kind of Lord? But He gave them the privilege of choice.

That choice stands today. A reminder is in order. This is the God Who loved you so much that He sent His only Son to die in your place. The lashes that He took across His back set you free from the shackles of sickness. When you need provision, He opens up the windows of heaven to pour out a blessing that cannot be contained.

Whom will you serve? Make Him your choice! Choose love. Choose life!

LET’S PRAY.
l pray for you to choose to surrender to His purposes and walk in agreement with His Word. The Almighty God will remove every stain in your life, marriage, career and finance. Enemy that attack you shall receive disgrace and shame. May God of Israel judge those betray you. You shall live by new definition of God’s mercy and favour. Those who once loved you, but are now your enemies will love you deeper and better again. God will give you divine direction on any matter confusing you. Those against you without reason, shall bow before you in the name of Jesus Christ.
May your physical person rest under His Covenant covering for protection from Covid-19 and every other sickness for the Blood of Jesus is speaking sound health and better things about you in the glorious name of Jesus Christ. Amen Amen Amen! Fountain to your life.