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lubumba pastors blogRevelation Part 7 - The Church in LaodiceaPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye for Impact Radio Broadcast on Wednesday, May 22 2024. 2024-05-2229 minlubumba pastors blogRevelation Part 6 - The Church in PhiladelphiaPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye for Impact Radio Broadcast. 2024-05-1328 minlubumba pastors blogRevelation Part 5 - The Church in SardisPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye for Impact Radio Uganda on Monday, May 6 2024. 2024-05-0629 minlubumba pastors blogRevelation Part 4B - ThyatiraPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, April 28 2024. 2024-04-301h 02lubumba pastors blogRevelation Part 4A - The Church at ThyatiraPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, April 21 2024. 2024-04-221h 00lubumba pastors blogRevelation Pt 3 - The Church at PergamumPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, April 7 2024. 2024-04-081h 03lubumba pastors blogResurrection Sunday March 31 2024Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, March 31 2024. 2024-04-011h 07lubumba pastors blogRevelation Pt 2 - The Church of SmyrnaPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, March 24 2024. 2024-03-251h 01lubumba pastors blogRevelation Series Pt 1 - EphesusPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, March 18 2024 at Lubumba Community Church. The first in a new series which will examine Jesus' 7 letters to the 7 early churches in Revelation. 2024-03-181h 02lubumba pastors blogBiblical Finance Part 3BPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, February 25 2024. 2024-02-261h 01lubumba pastors blogBiblical Finance Pt 3A with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday February 18, 2024. 2024-02-1953 minlubumba pastors blogBiblical Finance Pt 2 with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kiskaye at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, February 11 20242024-02-1251 minlubumba pastors blogBiblical Finance Pt 1 with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, February 4 2024. 2024-02-051h 03lubumba pastors blogNehemiah Leadership Series - Effort and OutcomePreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, January 28 2024 at Lubumba Community Church. 2024-01-2957 minlubumba pastors blogNehemiah Leadership Series - HumilityPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday January 21, 2024 at Lubumba Community Church. 2024-01-221h 15lubumba pastors blogNehemiah Leadership Series - AccountabilityPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday January 14, 2024. 2024-01-151h 04lubumba pastors blogThe Ministry of Suffering Part 2 with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday Dec 17, 2023. 2023-12-1854 minlubumba pastors blogActs 13 - Appointments and ResponsiblitiesIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from Acts 13:46-48. The passage records the unbelief of some of the Jewish audience to the gospel and a statement on God's appointment of Gentiles to eternal life. The doctrines of election and man's freewill are important revelations in scripture that bring God glory and believers' security. But the difficulty of these revelations can sometimes cause us to be imbalanced in the way we look at them. In today's lesson, Musumba Jonathan tries to show what God says on both sides to help believers be balanced in the truth. 2023-12-1309 minlubumba pastors blogActs 13 - The Witness to IsraelIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in Acts. This study looks at Acts 13:13-41, a passage which narrates Paul and Barnabas speaking to a group of Jews gathered at a synagogue. Musumba Jonathan discusses how Jesus and the apostles were first sent to the Jews and then preached to the Gentiles. The ongoing conflict in Gaza has sparked some people to inquire about the future of Israel and its past. This lesson seeks to answer some of those questions. 2023-12-0716 minlubumba pastors blogThe Ministry of Suffering Part 1 with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, November 26 2023. 2023-11-2751 minlubumba pastors blogNehemiah Leadership Series - Prayer/Dependence on GodPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, November 5 2023. 2023-11-051h 15lubumba pastors blogNehemiah Leadership - Service and Sacrifice Part 2 with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye on Sunday, October 22 2023 at Lubumba Community Church. 2023-10-2353 minlubumba pastors blogNehemiah Leadership - Service and Sacrifice Part 1 with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, October 8 2023. 2023-10-091h 00lubumba pastors blogProverbs 19:25, 29In this rebroadcast from the series in Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 19:25 and 29. Those verses describe different forms of correction for different learners. God tells us he chastens those he loves. If you're God's child, he is transforming you into the image of his Son. What type of learner are you? Do you turn at a simple rebuke? Or do you need to be beaten with many blows before you'll submit to God's instruction? 2023-10-0607 minlubumba pastors blogActs 10 - Insights from CorneliusIn this episode focusing on the introduction of Cornelius, Musumba Jonathan teaches on what the Bible tells us about how God draws people to himself. Some people ask themselves whether God is fair to judge some people who may never have heard the gospel or not had the opportunity to grow up in church. Does scripture give us answers to these questions? Find out in another episode of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word. 2023-10-0516 minlubumba pastors blogJohn 6 - Wrong Motives for Following JesusIn this rebroadcast from the Gospel of John, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the Jewish crowd's reaction to Jesus feeding them a free meal. They demanded that for them to believe in him, he needed to continue providing this free food. What do these things show us about human nature and the things we consider most important? Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word. 2023-10-0413 minlubumba pastors blogJohn 5 - Hearing Without BelievingIn this rebroadcast from the Gospel of John series, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the necessity of faith in eternal life. Many times, people allow their own reasoning to dismiss what God says or how they view he has done things. Jesus condemned the Jews of his day for knowing the scriptures well, but failing to have eternal life because they didn't believe what the scriptures said. 2023-10-0314 minlubumba pastors blogNehemiah Leadership Lesson 1 - Vision-Bearers with Luganda translationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, October 1 2023. 2023-10-021h 04lubumba pastors blogPerfect ForeverIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the work that Christ has accomplished in a believer's salvation. Many times, professing believers feel that somehow their works determine their standing with God. But the Bible reveals the only way a person can ever be right with God is through the atoning work of Jesus Christ. There's no other way to the Father except through him. 2023-09-2914 minlubumba pastors blogQ&A - How Can I Know the Will of God?In this episode, Musumba Jonathan gives principles for how a believer can know God's will for their life. 2023-09-2715 minlubumba pastors blogActs 9 - The Attestation of MiraclesIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in Acts. The conclusion of Acts 9 narrates two different miracles. What does the Bible tell us about the purposes of miracles? Should we pray for and believe in the miraculous today? Consider these things in another study of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word. 2023-09-2611 minlubumba pastors blogIntroduction to Nehemiah Part 2 with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye on Sunday, September 24 2023 at Lubumba Community Church. 2023-09-251h 07lubumba pastors blogProverbs 16:12-13 - Instructions for LeadersIn this rebroadcast from his series on Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 16:12-13, which speak about things that good leaders love and do. What do good leaders do? What things prosper the people leaders lead? Consider these things in today's episode of transformation by the renewal of our minds with God's Word. 2023-09-2205 minlubumba pastors blogActs 9 - Seasons of RespiteIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on Acts. This study discusses how God uses trials in a believer's life to grow them, while also never giving his children more than they can handle. 2023-09-2109 minlubumba pastors blogActs 9 - A Lesson From Paul's ZealIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. This study asks us some questions about what it means to live at the logical conclusion of the Christian faith and focuses on the Apostle Paul's example of such a life. Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word. 2023-09-2014 minlubumba pastors blogActs 9 - The Command to ForgiveIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan returns to his series on the book of Acts. This study focuses on the need for the early believers to forgive the Apostle Paul all the wrong he had committed against them. God tells us in his word that unless we forgive others, he won't forgive us. That's easy to understand, but sometimes very difficult to live out. Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds by the renewal of them in God's Word. 2023-09-1912 minlubumba pastors blogIntroduction to Nehemiah Part 1 with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, September 17 2023 at Lubumba Community Church. 2023-09-181h 07lubumba pastors blogActs 9 - A Lesson From Paul's SufferingIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in the Book of Acts. One of the great challenges to the church in Uganda is the false doctrines promoted by prosperity theology. These doctrines are antibiblical and unhelpful, yet because of the poverty of many people in the nation, such promises sound very appealing. Does Jesus promise to eliminate suffering from a believer's life? Find out what the Bible says in today's study of transforming our minds through the renewal of God's Word. 2023-09-1614 minlubumba pastors blogActs 9 - The Surprising Ways of GodIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in the Book of Acts. This study focuses on how God often does things very differently than the wisdom of man would think is best. God uses improbable people to do improbable things. It was surprising that Jesus would save Paul, who was persecuting the church violently. It was also surprising that Jesus chose this Jewish zealot not to go to preach to a Jewish audience, but rather to Gentile people groups. Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word. 2023-09-1512 minlubumba pastors blogActs 9 - The Heart of Our SaviorIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. Acts 9 opens with the story of the conversion of Saul. The mercy of God is beautifully displayed in this narration of the conversion of his greatest enemy. This study focuses on how we can learn just how great that mercy is from the words and actions of Jesus recorded in this story. 2023-09-1316 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 18:3 - How to Ruin Your ReputationIn this rebroadcast from his series on the book of Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 18:3. That verse warns us that when wicked behavior takes control of a person, disgrace will soon follow. In contrast to disgrace, the Bible teaches that righteous conduct earns people a good reputation. What are Bible characters often remembered for? Their success or failure? What do you want to be remembered for? Consider these things on today's episode of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word. 2023-09-1209 minlubumba pastors blogActs 8 - God's MessengerIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from Acts 8, focusing on the example of Philip preaching the gospel wherever he went. When is the last time you shared the good news about salvation in Jesus Christ with someone? When was the last time you warned someone about God's coming judgment for sin? Many Christians live faithfully obedient lives within the edification of the church. They grow in knowledge and behave righteously, yet the Bible warns us that we dishonor our Lord when we fail to be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks for the reason for our...2023-09-1112 minlubumba pastors blogActs 8 - Appointment of the Ethiopian EunuchIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. The study focuses on the story of the conversion of the Ethiopian eunuch and details we can glean from the account. A major component in understanding the security of a believer's salvation is in understanding how God is the one who divinely orchestrates the events leading to our salvation. Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds by the renewal of God's Word. 2023-09-0713 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 22:14 - The ForbiddenIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from Proverbs 22:14, a verse that warns about the behavior of the forbidden woman and that those who God is angry with are given over entanglement in such relationships. There are several important implications for us to consider from this text. Who is the one who keeps us from sin? How are we kept from sin? Consider these things in another episode of transformation by the renewal of our minds with God's Word. 2023-09-0608 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 12:5-7 Out of the Mouth the Heart SpeaksIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 12:5-7. The passage contrasts differences in the behavior of righteous and wicked people. That's a common theme in the book of Proverbs. This study calls our attention to how the Bible explains in a believer's battle with sin, thoughts, words, and actions are connected to one another. 2023-09-0507 minlubumba pastors blogJude Lesson 5B with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, September 3, 2023. 2023-09-041h 11lubumba pastors blogActs 8 - Laying on of the Apostles' HandsIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan covers a controversial topic about the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Why is it that the experience of the Holy Spirit performing many signs in the early church is different from our experience today? What should we make of the story in Acts 8 that says the gift of the Holy Spirit was received through the laying on the apostles' hands? Consider these questions and more in another lesson of transformation by the renewal of our minds with God's Word. 2023-09-0120 minlubumba pastors blogActs 8 - Simon The MagicianIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan returns to his series on the book of Acts. The study is resumed in Acts 8, where the Bible narrates the story of a dubious man known as Simon the Magician. Simon professed faith in Christ initially, but things happened later which throw serious doubt on his profession of faith. The details of his character are helpful for us in considering how some people profess faith in the gospel but later reveal their faith is not from God. 2023-08-3013 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 25:20 - Compassionate HeartsIn this rebroadcast from his series on Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 25:20, a verse which warns us about failing to comfort someone properly in their time of sorrow. To be a compassionate person, we must first be a considerate person. Are the sorrows and burdens of others something that weighs on your heart? Or do you avoid other people's problems because you don't wish to be burdened? Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word. 2023-08-2913 minlubumba pastors blogJude Lesson 5A with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, August 27 2023. 2023-08-281h 10lubumba pastors blogActs 8 - The Third PersecutionIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. Chapter 8 opens with the narrative of the first full-scale persecution of the early church. Men and women who believed in Jesus were being imprisoned. Believer's property was being confiscated. What results did these terrible things have on the church? What impact did the events have on the gospel? Find out in another study of transformation by the renewing of our minds with God's Word. 2023-08-2514 minlubumba pastors blogActs 7 - A Young Man Named SaulIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. This first mention of the Apostle Paul in scripture introduces him as a young named Saul who was involved in the martyrdom of Stephen. Much can be learned about God from the way he calls Saul to salvation and then ministry, in spite of Saul's wickedness committed against Jesus and his followers. You're welcome to another lesson of transformation through the renewal of our minds with God's Word. 2023-08-2314 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 21:9 - Quarrelsome PeopleIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan discusses Proverbs 21:9 which warns about the pain of living with a quarrelsome spouse. Spousal relationships are of course not the only ones ruined by contentious behavior and communication. What type of communication honors the Lord? What things cause us have contention in our relationships and communication? Consider these questions as we continue another lesson in transformation through renewing our minds with God's Word. 2023-08-2208 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 3:1-4 - I Already Know DadIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 3:1-4 with a testimony from his own experience as a child and parent in listening to a parent's instruction and benefitting from their experience. God promises blessing for those who pay careful attention to his Word, but so often, people believe they know what is best and fail to heed God's instruction. Consider these things in another episode of transformation by the renewal of our minds with God's Word. 2023-08-2116 minlubumba pastors blogActs 7 - Peace That Passes UnderstandingIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the example of Stephen when he was stoned to death by the Jewish leaders. How would you react to your unlawful murder? Would you have love and forgiveness in your heart towards your executioners, or would you desire vengeance on them? What is your peace based on? Do problems and trouble quickly cause you anxiety? What should a believer's peace be fixed on? Jonathan considers and instructs on those questions and more in today's study. 2023-08-1808 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 30:29-31 - The Lord of HostsIn this rebroadcast from his series on the book of Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan teaches on God's name "The Lord of Hosts." There are many creatures and people who trust in their own strength, but experience teaches us even the mighty can be overcome. There is one King who will never be defeated and one army that no one can stand before. 2023-08-1707 minlubumba pastors blogActs 7 - The Fruit of IsraelIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan returns to his series on the book of Acts. The next portion of chapter 7 details the vitriol response to Stephen's message and his subsequent execution by the Jewish leaders. This study considers the false profession of faith by Israel demonstrated by the fruits the nation produced, and compares it with many similar traits seen in church leaders and congregations today. 2023-08-1613 minlubumba pastors blogSound Doctrine Part 2In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his lesson on principles of sound doctrine. Principle 3 tells us that sound doctrine should be supported by scripture and lead you to conclusions that flow with biblical truth. False positions, in contrast, often lead to conclusions that their promoters don't even consider. Enjoy another episode of transformation by the renewal of our minds with God's Word. 2023-08-1516 minlubumba pastors blogSound Doctrine Part 1In this episode, Musumba Jonathan returns to his series on the importance of God's Word in the Christian life. He gives 3 principles for ensuring that you come to a correct doctrinal position on any topic. 2023-08-1415 minlubumba pastors blogQ&A with Holden August 12 2023In this episode, Jonathan answers questions from Holden. His questions are -
Why did God create man?
Who is the author of evil? 2023-08-1220 minlubumba pastors blogActs 7 - Stephen Condemns IsraelIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his study on the book of Acts. Acts 7 focuses on Stephen's response to his accusers when he stood trial before the Jewish council. Stephen narrates how the nation of Israel historically failed to respond to God's message and rejected his messengers culminating in their rejection and murder of their own Messiah. The NT tells us that now all people everywhere are held accountable to respond to God's gift of salvation in Jesus Christ. 2023-08-1116 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 15:26 - The Meditation of Our MindsIn this rebroadcast from his series in the book of Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan expounds on Proverbs 15:26, which tells us that the thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to God, but gracious words are pure. What is the meditation of your heart? What is controlling your mind? Consider these questions as we continue to seek transformation by the renewal of our mind with God's Word. 2023-08-1005 minlubumba pastors blogActs 6 - The Arrest of StephenIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. The second half of Acts 6 begins the narrative of the ministry, arrest, and subsequent trial of Stephen. What does it take to be used powerfully by God? What will God's opponents do to a person when they serve in such a capacity? Find out in another episode of transformation by the renewal of our minds with God's Word. 2023-08-0912 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 14:14 - The Fruits of Our WaysIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from Proverbs 14:14, a verse which essentially tells us that we will reap the fruit of our ways. The study focuses on one particular area this can be true, that of a weak and anemic Christian life that comes from failing to carefully follow God's instruction. Do you have power and boldness in your testimony for Jesus? Or do you sometimes fear, based on your behavior, whether you truly know Christ or not? 2023-08-0806 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 16:25 - Caution About Our OpinionIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan expounds on Proverbs 16:25, a verse that warns us sometimes we think something is good when it might actually bring trouble to us in the future. 2023-08-0507 minlubumba pastors blogActs 6 - The First ProblemIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. Chapter 6 begins with the first recorded internal conflict in the early church. The apostles' handling of the problem is instructive for how we are to function in the church today. 2023-08-0313 minlubumba pastors blogActs 5 - Near but not in the KingdomIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. This study focuses on Gamaliel, a man who demonstrated knowledge of God and honest observation about his work, but failed to come to the correct conclusion of saving faith in Christ. 2023-08-0212 minlubumba pastors blogActs 5 - The Dead LiveIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. Much is made in Uganda church culture about manifestations of the Holy Spirit's presence in a church's assembly. But what is the greatest proof that a person has really received the gift of the Holy Spirit? As the apostle Paul asks in 1 Corinthians 12, "Do all prophesy? Do all speak in tongues?" Obviously not. So, what is the universal truth in every believer's life that is also the greatest testimony to the true power of the gospel of Jesus Christ? Find out in this study. 2023-08-0117 minlubumba pastors blogJude Lesson 4A with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, July 30 2023. 2023-07-3147 minlubumba pastors blogActs 5 - The Hypocrites' AccusationIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. Returning to the narrative of the apostles' trial in Acts 5, this study takes a closer look at the Jewish leaders' denial that they were responsible for the death of Jesus. What happens to people who reject truth and give themselves to deception? We examine this and more in today's episode. 2023-07-2812 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 30:5-6 Twisters of ScriptureIn this rebroadcast of his series from the book of Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 30:5-6 with a focus on how every word of God proves true and the human tendency of trying to twist God's words into meaning something that serves our own purpose. 2023-07-2709 minlubumba pastors blogActs 5 - Second PersecutionIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. This lesson follows the narrative of the second arrest of the apostles and the first time they were beaten for testifying to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christians face great pressure, wherever they are, to compromise and quiet their testimony about the gospel. This lesson admonishes us to follow the example of the apostles to faithfully proclaim the gospel no matter what the consequences might be. 2023-07-2616 minlubumba pastors blogActs 5 - Jealousy's ProductsIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in the book of Acts. The focus of this lesson is the Jewish leaders' jealousy that not only motivated them to arrest the apostles in Acts 5, but is also described in scripture as their true reason for crucifying Jesus. 2023-07-2509 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 27:2In this episode, Musumba Jonathan expounds on Proverbs 27:2, which tells us we should allow someone else to praise us and not brag about ourselves. Humility is perhaps the most attractive quality in a person, but it's a characteristic that is very unnatural to most of us. Listen to this episode to hear some principles the Bible gives us on having a humble view of ourselves. 2023-07-2407 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 20:21 - Unappreciated IncomeIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 20:21 An inheritance gained hastily in the beginning will not be blessed in the end. He expounds on our natural instinct to wish to have rewards without doing the hard work it takes to receive them. The Bible contrasts this desire for instant gratification without effort by instead exhorting us to patiently work hard to not only receive a reward, but properly appreciate it in the end. 2023-07-2007 minlubumba pastors blogJude Lesson 3C with Luganda TranslationIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his study in the book of Jude. This lesson explores the rebellion of Korah against Moses and Aaron. Jude refers to Korah as an example who demonstrates more characteristics about false believers. The introduction includes a reminder of a believer's need to know the whole Bible to be able to test truth claims and those who make the claims. God has given us everything we need to keep from being deceived. Yet, because of our neglecting to study God's Word, we sometimes fall prey to lies Satan invents to make us unfruitful. May...2023-07-191h 12lubumba pastors blogWhat's the Problem?In this episode, Musumba Jonathan discusses the reasons for the problems we face in the world today and God's solution to change the source the problems. 2023-07-1813 minlubumba pastors blogActs 5 - True WorshipIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the story of Ananias and Sapphira. This husband and wife arranged to lie to God about a gift they pretended to give and God struck them dead for their deception. Does God care much about the details of our worship and obedience? Should our actions in worship come from our own emotions and opinion? Find out in this episode. 2023-07-1412 minlubumba pastors blogActs 4 - Transforming ResultsIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan concludes Acts chapter 4 with a focus on the gospel's impact on the actions of early Christians. 2023-07-1210 minlubumba pastors blogActs 4 - First PersecutionIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan discusses the apostles' response to the Jewish leaders forbidding them from speaking in the name of Jesus anymore. This lesson covers Jesus' predictions on opposition to the gospel and the importance of drawing on God's power in response to persecution.2023-07-1018 minlubumba pastors blogActs 4 - Truth HidersIn this continuation on the book of Acts, Musumba Jonathan discusses the reaction of the Jewish leaders to incontrovertible evidence that a miracle had been done through the power of Jesus. These men had a pattern of finding ways to deny evidence of Jesus' true identity. How will they respond when there's finally no way for them to deny a miracle attributed to Christ? Find out in today's lesson. 2023-07-0513 minlubumba pastors blog1 John 3:4-10 How to distinguish a child of God from a child of SatanIn this rebroadcast from a 2020 series on the book of 1 John, Musumba Jonathan discusses the tests of action the apostle John gives us for determining whether someone is a follower of God or not. 2023-07-0308 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 17:24 Wisdom of ContentmentOne of the greatest joy stealers in life is when we are not content with what we have. In this episode, Musumba Jonathan elaborates on Proverbs 17:24, which explains that a wise person keeps his eyes ahead of him while a fool's gaze runs to the ends of the earth. 2023-06-3005 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 6:6-11 How To ProsperThere are very many self-help books and guides on how to be materially prosperous. Often, they seek to find ways of working less and yet earning more. But what does God say is the way for a person to prosper? Musumba Jonathan gives several passages from Proverbs in this lesson which inform us on that very thing. 2023-06-2910 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 15:16-17 Would You Rather?In this episode, Musumba Jonathan expounds on Proverbs 15:16-17. The Bible tells us that knowing God and having eternal life are the most important things. But when we examine the choices we make, do we see that we value God's things most? Or are we pursuing other things thinking they are what will truly satisfy us? 2023-06-2609 minlubumba pastors blogJude Lesson 3B with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, June 25 2023. Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the epistle of Jude focusing in this lesson on the false prophet Balaam and what he teaches us about the characteristics of false followers of God. 2023-06-251h 12lubumba pastors blogQ&A with Holden Saturday June 24 2023In this episode, Musumba Jonathan answers two questions from Holden.
What does it mean when the Bible says that Jesus redeems us?
How does Satan lead us into temptation to get us to sin? 2023-06-2415 minlubumba pastors blogActs 4 - God's Common MenIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. This episode looks at the Jewish leaders' reaction to the apostles' bold declaration of the gospel. Many times, people despise what they consider to be common, but scripture gives us a picture that to become a servant of God, you must become a fool to the world. 2023-06-2310 minlubumba pastors blogProverbs 26:20-21 PeacemakersIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan discusses Proverbs 26:20-21. The passage explains how gossip and whispering are like adding fuel to the fires of conflict. Instead of sowing conflict with this type of conversation, God wants us to sow peace in what we say or choose not to say. 2023-06-2204 minlubumba pastors blogJude Lesson 3A with Luganda TranslationPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on June 18, 2023 in Lubumba Community Church. This continues Musumba Jonathan's series on the Epistle of Jude. The letter focuses on preparing believers to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. 2023-06-2150 minlubumba pastors blogActs 4 - No Other NameIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from Acts 4:12, where God explains there is no other name under heaven given to us by which we can be saved other than Jesus Christ. 2023-06-1607 minlubumba pastors blogActs 4 - God's CornerstoneIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan discusses God's description of Christ as his "cornerstone" and "a stone of stumbling and a rock of offense." 2023-06-1514 minlubumba pastors blogActs 4 - Accused of Doing GoodIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan highlights the irony of the apostles being on trial for healing a lame man. The Bible predicts that Christians will suffer for righteousness' sake. Why is this? What implications does it have in informing our perspective on the Christian life? Find out in today's broadcast. 2023-06-1413 minlubumba pastors blogActs 4 - The Third Resurrection WitnessIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Acts 4:1-14 where the apostles face interrogation for healing the lame man in the name of Jesus. The apostles' example on trial is very important for us to consider. Are we faithful to declare God's truth no matter the consequences to us or the perceived importance of the person we are speaking too? What does Jesus expect of us in these situations? 2023-06-1310 minlubumba pastors blogJude Lesson 2B LugandaPreached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, June 11th 2023. 2023-06-111h 10lubumba pastors blogProverbs 18:19 An Offended BrotherIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan discusses Proverbs 18:19, which tells us that a brother offended is hard to reconcile with. Why do we expect more from people we are close too than from strangers? Do we realize that we are not always ready to extend the grace that we ourselves need each day? 2023-06-0905 minlubumba pastors blogActs 3 - Stewardship of LifeIn this episode from Acts chapter 3, Musumba Jonathan talks about the stewardship God has entrusted mankind with and how we've failed that trust. What should Christians realize about their own life in Christ? 2023-06-0810 minlubumba pastors blogActs 2 - Resurrection WitnessIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues to expound on Peter's message to his listeners at Pentecost when the promised Holy Spirit came. Jonathan focuses on Acts 2:24-32 and explains how scripture itself is the greatest witness to the reality that Jesus is the Son of God. 2023-05-2613 minlubumba pastors blogActs 2 - The Coming of the Holy SpiritIn this episode, Musumba Jonathan expounds on Acts 2:1-13 where the Holy Spirit descended on the apostles and gave them the ability to expound and praise God in various languages. Jonathan cites the New Testament's interpretation on the purpose of this gift and the significance of several other things in the passage. 2023-05-2021 minlubumba pastors blogChurch DisciplineThis is a sermon preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, May 7 2023. It is the 3rd part of a series Musumba Jonathan has been teaching on God's commands for church discipline when people live in unrepentant sin that requires public correction and, sometimes, even further action. 2023-05-0754 min