http://www.lightoftheworld.kyenChristianityCopyright Bishop Desmond Whittakerhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9b37a211000b4d69234215efe604f602.jpghttp://www.lightoftheworld.kyTue, 27 Sep 2022 12:25:03 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerBishop Desmond Whittakerevangelism@lightoftheworld.kyMorning glory is a Christian program with emphasis on inspirational praise and worship, intercessory prayers and exhortation.cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-place-called-there--48743562However, we understand that most of these experiences are designed by God, either to protect the calling of an individual or to be used as a point of transition for the fulfillment of a greater purpose.
either way, it is a place of separation and isolation]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48743562Tue, 15 Feb 2022 17:11:30 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThe word "there" in this lesson is used as an idiom to express the nature of some of life experiences that affect our lives significantly. However, we understand that most of these experiences are designed by God, either to protect the calling of an...However, we understand that most of these experiences are designed by God, either to protect the calling of an individual or to be used as a point of transition for the fulfillment of a greater purpose.
either way, it is a place of separation and isolation]]>1833destiny,hope,oblivion,purposecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spiritual-world-changers--48540398However, men must be spiritually transformed to access it.
Hence, the need for spiritual world changers for this task.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48540398Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:25:48 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThe Billboards of current events are advertising a horrifying future of this world. However the Bible teaches that there is an alternate reality to the prognosis of doom and gloom in the world. This can be found in the parellel spiritual universe...However, men must be spiritually transformed to access it.
Hence, the need for spiritual world changers for this task.]]>1858change,hope,transformation,worldcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seeing-the-future-through-god-s-eyes-pt-2--48394064https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48394064Fri, 21 Jan 2022 19:26:27 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerGenerally, God is recognized as the Father of all creation, as such, all human beings have access to the common graces of God. However because men are seen as individuals before God, the divine destiny of each life is determined by an individualistic...1849fools,future,hope,individualcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seeing-the-future-through-god-s-eyes-pt-1--48258695https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48258695Wed, 12 Jan 2022 00:21:52 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThe Bible recognizes two categories of people in the world, the godly and the ungodly. The respective destiny of these groups are determined by their choices which are ultimately influenced by their worldviews. according to the Bible, man is a spirit...1812eternal,fool,futurecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-man-and-his-god-prt-2--45316877We will learn that the purpose of God will not wait, therefore it transcends human's willingness and readiness.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45316877Tue, 15 Jun 2021 23:19:45 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThe lesson is about God's man Jonah, choosing rebellion over obedience.we have seen his futile effort to hide from the presence of God in bottom of a ship, but even there the Spirit of God found him. We will learn that the purpose of God will not...We will learn that the purpose of God will not wait, therefore it transcends human's willingness and readiness.]]>1890duty,purpose,readinesscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-man-and-his-god-prt-1--45275055It is about our obedient response to Jehovah when He gives us an assignment; regardless of how difficult it appears to be.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45275055Sat, 12 Jun 2021 18:01:55 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThe lesson is about a servant of God contemplating his response to the mandate of God upon his life: 'obedience or rebellion?' It is about our obedient response to Jehovah when He gives us an assignment; regardless of how difficult it appears to be.It is about our obedient response to Jehovah when He gives us an assignment; regardless of how difficult it appears to be.]]>1805jonah,obedience,rebellioncleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beating-the-odds--41469705Beating the odds means transcending unfortunate situations to achieve intended goals. It is rising from the ashes of misfortune and deprivation to embrace the limitless possibilities of ascendency.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41469705Thu, 15 Oct 2020 04:47:44 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThis lesson is some-what prophetic, in that if promises imminent change to individuals experiencing circumstantial and physical deprivation. Beating the odds means transcending unfortunate situations to achieve intended goals. It is rising from the...Beating the odds means transcending unfortunate situations to achieve intended goals. It is rising from the ashes of misfortune and deprivation to embrace the limitless possibilities of ascendency.]]>1868odds,possibilities,shamecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-best-things-in-life--41214067"The best things in life are not even things."]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41214067Tue, 29 Sep 2020 21:56:39 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerWe Understand that everything in life is measured by its usefulness, expandability as well as its durability. However, Christians evaluation of things is from an eternal prespective. good things maybe morally excellent but they are seen as merely..."The best things in life are not even things."]]>1993cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/choices--40270661A choice consist of the mental process of judging the merits of multiple options and the opportunity to select one or more of them.
Any decision that holds The Almighty at the helm, is one that ensures success.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40270661Tue, 11 Aug 2020 17:44:31 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerIn spite of the complexities in our decision making, it remains clear that it is choice and not chance that determines destiny. A choice consist of the mental process of judging the merits of multiple options and the opportunity to select one or more...A choice consist of the mental process of judging the merits of multiple options and the opportunity to select one or more of them.
Any decision that holds The Almighty at the helm, is one that ensures success.]]>1804choices,destiny,impetuous,tragedycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preparing-the-way-for-his-glory--24664202Truly, the glory of God’s presence brings hope and restoration to the world that seems to shrouded in moral darkness.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24664202Thu, 23 Jul 2020 16:08:57 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerIt is the duty of the church of Jesus Christ to prepare the earth for the manifested presence of God. Truly, the glory of God’s presence brings hope and restoration to the world that seems to shrouded in moral darkness.Truly, the glory of God’s presence brings hope and restoration to the world that seems to shrouded in moral darkness.]]>901cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/where-are-the-nine--39912796Luke 17:11-17 therefore is a microcosm of human's response to the favors of God.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39912796Thu, 23 Jul 2020 05:44:48 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerWhere are the nine? is a question that reflects the disappointment of the Creator with His creation, upon whom He has lavished benevolent favors and gets nothing but rebellion and repudiation in return. Luke 17:11-17 therefore is a microcosm of...Luke 17:11-17 therefore is a microcosm of human's response to the favors of God.]]>2477ingratitude,leprosy,ninecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adam-where-are-you--39787273https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39787273Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:53:50 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerWhile there is no distinction between male and female with God, there is a biblically established protocal where the male of the human species is expected to lead on matters of moral and spiritual significance. hence, the call for the male in our...2268adam,creation,dominion,man,vanguardscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glimpses-of-the-end-of-time--35801433https://api.spreaker.com/episode/35801433Sat, 04 Jul 2020 00:31:04 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerWhile the social and political systems of the world seems to be in chaos and men are becoming apprehensive about the future, Christians are being encouraged that the unusual occurences in the earth realm are signs that their redemption is drawing near.2170apocalypse,end,timecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/god-lavishes-grace-upon-those-who-trust-him--32741956This is called "Grace" - "favors bestows upon men without merits." This is God's Love in action.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/32741956Tue, 23 Jun 2020 22:38:01 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerIn a world where men are expected to earn their keeps and corroborate their qualifications, God offers something that no one can ever be qualified for. This is called "Grace" - "favors bestows upon men without merits." This is God's Love in action.This is called "Grace" - "favors bestows upon men without merits." This is God's Love in action.]]>2452disposal,grace,mercycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-we-lost-part-4--30495183https://api.spreaker.com/episode/30495183Sat, 13 Jun 2020 00:11:12 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThe story of the "prodigal" was an object lesson taugh by Jesus to reveal to the religious leaders that it is the natural desires of man to seek uninhibited freedom from all moral and spiritual obligations. consequently, like the 'prodigal,' many have...2246exubreance,prodigal,youthfulcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-we-lost-part-3--29239356Itis my opinion that the rubbles of the broken moral and social pillars that litter the globe, are evidences that human beings without God in the centre of theirs aspirations are suffering from bewilderment, and is therefore heading in the opposite direction of their ultimate destination.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/29239356Thu, 04 Jun 2020 03:03:43 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThis lesson is about man being lost in a familiar environment like the "Lost Coin" Itis my opinion that the rubbles of the broken moral and social pillars that litter the globe, are evidences that human beings without God in the centre of theirs...Itis my opinion that the rubbles of the broken moral and social pillars that litter the globe, are evidences that human beings without God in the centre of theirs aspirations are suffering from bewilderment, and is therefore heading in the opposite direction of their ultimate destination.]]>2236bewildered,coin,house,lost,silvercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-fire-of-god-in-the-postmodern-church--28523584https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28523584Thu, 28 May 2020 09:08:52 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerUnfortunately, the Judeo-Christian Faith is being perceived these days merely as one of the many sociological structures to which one may turn to appesae one's conscience. to counteract this, the church must be re-enregized by the fire of the Holy Spirit.2051fire,power,spiritcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-we-lost-part-2--27267059this podcast focuses on the predicament and rescue of the lost sheep in the parable of Luke 15:1-7
The subtitle could be: "Lost As Sheep In The Wilderness of Shifting Moral Standards."]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27267059Wed, 13 May 2020 20:48:16 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThis is part two in the series addressing the question of the human state of being morally and spiritually lost. this podcast focuses on the predicament and rescue of the lost sheep in the parable of Luke 15:1-7 The subtitle could be: "Lost As Sheep...this podcast focuses on the predicament and rescue of the lost sheep in the parable of Luke 15:1-7
The subtitle could be: "Lost As Sheep In The Wilderness of Shifting Moral Standards."]]>1895landmarks,lost,rescue,wildernesscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-we-lost-part-1--26813046Jesus however, offers to rescue those who are lost.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26813046Wed, 06 May 2020 04:13:07 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerGenerally speaking, it seems like humanity has lost its moral compass, which is the instrument responsible for navagation and orientation. Consequently, we are wondering in spiritual oblivion, heading in the opposite direction of the ancient paradigms...Jesus however, offers to rescue those who are lost.]]>1832lost,morality,sa,saviour,searchingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-old-fashion-thirst-for-god--25921443https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25921443Wed, 22 Apr 2020 21:45:04 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThe world has entered a new era where men are developing strange fascinations and ungodly tendencies. Amidst all these, genuine thirst for God seems to be weaning and we are left with mere affinity for religious exercises which are void of communion...1833bishop,glory,morning,whittakercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hope-in-christ-the-christian-s-anchorage--25617068The faith we have in Christ and our expectation that a faithful God will not desert His children in times of trouble is the main emphasis of this podcast.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25617068Thu, 16 Apr 2020 19:28:47 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerHope is the confident assurance that motivates the Christians to remain calm in times of social or emotional storms. The faith we have in Christ and our expectation that a faithful God will not desert His children in times of trouble is the main...The faith we have in Christ and our expectation that a faithful God will not desert His children in times of trouble is the main emphasis of this podcast.]]>1636bishopwhittaker,christian,hope,morningglory,religoncleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/giving-up-is-not-an-option--24955875This podcast offers and alternative to the highten state of anxiety; "giving up is not an option"]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24955875Wed, 08 Apr 2020 04:19:39 +0000Bishop Desmond WhittakerThe current pandemic forces the world to navagte uncharted territories. consequently, humanbeings must alter their life styles. the subsequent result is depression and frustration. This podcast offers and alternative to the highten state of anxiety;...This podcast offers and alternative to the highten state of anxiety; "giving up is not an option"]]>2008cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preparing-the-way-for-his-glory--24663423https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24663423Tue, 31 Mar 2020 04:26:06 +0000Bishop Desmond Whittaker901bishop_whittaker,lotw,morning_glorycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-glory-of-the-lord-is-rising--24364361https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24364361Thu, 26 Mar 2020 04:27:57 +0000Bishop Desmond Whittaker901cleanfull