Hebrews 10:2525 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. - KJVThe above verse supports and encourages the coming together of Christians through the visible Church that all the world can see. However, the visible Church houses the invisible Church. While the world sees the good, the bad and the ugly of the visible Church, the Church of Jesus Christ that is Holy, Faithful and True to the Gospel thrives in the background. The question is, which part of the Church are you – visible or invisible or both?RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLTReferences & Further ReadingsBae, B. (Undated) The Apostolic foundation of the Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-apostolic-foundation-of-the-church/#:~:text=This%20is%20precisely%20what%20Paul,10%2D11%20in%20context [Accessed 22 December 2023].Mbewe, C. (2020) Three distinguishing characteristics of a true Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.crossway.org/articles/3-distinguishing-characteristics-of-a-true-church/#:~:text=The%20Preaching%20of%20the%20Word,very%20definition%20of%20the%20church [Accessed 23 December 2023]Schaefer, C. (Undated). The danger of false humility [Online]. Available from: https://gracechurch.us/articles/the-danger-of-false-humility [Accessed 24 December 2023].Sproul, R.C. (2013) What is the Church. Sanford, FL: Reformation Trust Publishing, a division of Ligonier Ministries.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP

1 Timothy 1:44 Neither give heed to fables and endless genealogies, which minister questions, rather than godly edifying which is in faith: so do. - KJVA drift in doctrine is evident in the modern-day Church. The drift, inter-alia, sow and grow divisions in the Church. It does this through the agency of false doctrine propagated by either a man or woman, leading many away from the truth to implant instability, confusion, and division. The coronary is that the ‘oneness’ of the Church is attacked. The Church must ‘red card’ those teaching wrong things for the sake of dishonest gain.RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLTReferences & Further ReadingsBae, B. (Undated) The Apostolic foundation of the Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-apostolic-foundation-of-the-church/#:~:text=This%20is%20precisely%20what%20Paul,10%2D11%20in%20context [Accessed 22 December 2023].Mbewe, C. (2020) Three distinguishing characteristics of a true Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.crossway.org/articles/3-distinguishing-characteristics-of-a-true-church/#:~:text=The%20Preaching%20of%20the%20Word,very%20definition%20of%20the%20church [Accessed 23 December 2023]Schaefer, C. (Undated). The danger of false humility [Online]. Available from: https://gracechurch.us/articles/the-danger-of-false-humility [Accessed 24 December 2023].Sproul, R.C. (2013) What is the Church. Sanford, FL: Reformation Trust Publishing, a division of Ligonier Ministries.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP

2 Timothy 3:1616 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. - KJVIn contrast to the Apostolic age, doctrinal drift is common today. Apostle Paul’s letter in 1 Timothy 1:3-4 cautioned against strange doctrines. Doctrine must be based on the scripture, not the wisdom of man or the culture of a group. We must serve the people around us and preserve the oneness of the Church using the Apostolic doctrine. The Church is founded on the Apostolic Doctrine.RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLTReferences & Further ReadingsBae, B. (Undated) The Apostolic foundation of the Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-apostolic-foundation-of-the-church/#:~:text=This%20is%20precisely%20what%20Paul,10%2D11%20in%20context [Accessed 22 December 2023].Mbewe, C. (2020) Three distinguishing characteristics of a true Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.crossway.org/articles/3-distinguishing-characteristics-of-a-true-church/#:~:text=The%20Preaching%20of%20the%20Word,very%20definition%20of%20the%20church [Accessed 23 December 2023]Schaefer, C. (Undated). The danger of false humility [Online]. Available from: https://gracechurch.us/articles/the-danger-of-false-humility [Accessed 24 December 2023].Sproul, R.C. (2013) What is the Church. Sanford, FL: Reformation Trust Publishing, a division of Ligonier Ministries.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP

John 17:17   17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth. - KJVThe Church today suffers from truth deficiency, which limits the move of the ‘Spirit and Word’ in the fellowship and accounts for the vulgar characters within its fold. Tasteless and unrefined characters endanger a sense of family, fulfilment, faithfulness, fruitfulness, and unity in the Church. The essence of the prayer of Jesus in John 17:21-23 (oneness) is troubled by a disregard for sanctified truth (John 17:17). RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLTReferences & Further ReadingsBae, B. (Undated) The Apostolic foundation of the Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-apostolic-foundation-of-the-church/#:~:text=This%20is%20precisely%20what%20Paul,10%2D11%20in%20context [Accessed 22 December 2023].Mbewe, C. (2020) Three distinguishing characteristics of a true Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.crossway.org/articles/3-distinguishing-characteristics-of-a-true-church/#:~:text=The%20Preaching%20of%20the%20Word,very%20definition%20of%20the%20church [Accessed 23 December 2023]Schaefer, C. (Undated). The danger of false humility [Online]. Available from: https://gracechurch.us/articles/the-danger-of-false-humility [Accessed 24 December 2023].Sproul, R.C. (2013) What is the Church. Sanford, FL: Reformation Trust Publishing, a division of Ligonier Ministries.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP

2 Corinthians 10:1   1 Now I, Paul myself, beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence am base among you, but being absent am bold toward you. - KJVThe Church (the assembly of the saints) is at war instead of being “one” due to a chronic lack of meekness and gentleness in the fold. We can hardly hear reports of a leader willing to suffer ‘wrong’ for the sake of the unity of the Church. Limited meekness that engenders warfare in an assembly or parish is as good as pointing the ‘middle finger’ to the prayer for the oneness of the Church by Jesus (John 17:11).RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLTReferences & Further ReadingsBae, B. (Undated) The Apostolic foundation of the Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-apostolic-foundation-of-the-church/#:~:text=This%20is%20precisely%20what%20Paul,10%2D11%20in%20context [Accessed 22 December 2023].Mbewe, C. (2020) Three distinguishing characteristics of a true Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.crossway.org/articles/3-distinguishing-characteristics-of-a-true-church/#:~:text=The%20Preaching%20of%20the%20Word,very%20definition%20of%20the%20church [Accessed 23 December 2023]Schaefer, C. (Undated). The danger of false humility [Online]. Available from: https://gracechurch.us/articles/the-danger-of-false-humility [Accessed 24 December 2023].Sproul, R.C. (2013) What is the Church. Sanford, FL: Reformation Trust Publishing, a division of Ligonier Ministries.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP

John 17:11   11 And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are. - KJVWhen Jesus prayed to God in the above verse, He prayed for unity. Major news headlines may appear contrary because followers and leaders alike strive with each other daily. The person and work of false leaders and brethren today does not invalidate the prayer of Jesus – the Church is one.RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLTReferences & Further ReadingsBae, B. (Undated) The Apostolic foundation of the Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-apostolic-foundation-of-the-church/#:~:text=This%20is%20precisely%20what%20Paul,10%2D11%20in%20context [Accessed 22 December 2023].Mbewe, C. (2020) Three distinguishing characteristics of a true Church [Online]. Available from: https://www.crossway.org/articles/3-distinguishing-characteristics-of-a-true-church/#:~:text=The%20Preaching%20of%20the%20Word,very%20definition%20of%20the%20church [Accessed 23 December 2023]Schaefer, C. (Undated). The danger of false humility [Online]. Available from: https://gracechurch.us/articles/the-danger-of-false-humility [Accessed 24 December 2023].Sproul, R.C. (2013) What is the Church. Sanford, FL: Reformation Trust Publishing, a division of Ligonier Ministries.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP

Nehemiah 6 3 so I replied by sending this message to them: “I am engaged in a great work, so I can’t come. Why should I stop working to come and meet with you?”. - NLTThe key verse of S5E12 (Neh. 6:3) shows that leaders must never take their eyes off the ball. Leaders must show a clear understanding of the mind of God concerning their assignments. In this season, Nehemiah shows us that there are two parts to service to God: talk to Him and then walk with Him. Doing so reaffirms that people under God’s direction specialize in doing the impossible.RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLT, Vine CommentaryReferences & Further ReadingsBesner, G. (2020) The culture quotient: ten dimensions of a high-performance culture. Ideapress Publishing. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Canic, M. (2020) Ruthless consistency: how committed leaders execute strategy, implement change, and build organisation that win. McGraw Hill. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Maxwell, J.C., & Elmore, T. (2014). The Maxwell leadership Bible Notes. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson.Maxwell, J. C. (2006). The 360 Degree Leader. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers.Shoemaker, P. (2021) Taking charge of change: how rebuilders solve hard problem. HarperCollins Leadership. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP

Nehemiah 13 11 I immediately confronted the leaders and demanded, “Why has the Temple of God been neglected?” Then I called all the Levites back again and restored them to their proper duties. - NLTThe passage of S5E11 (Neh. 13:11-14) shows that leaders must be mindful to leave a godly legacy that endures. Leaders must empower others to lead for the work to go on after a season. All leaders must know that the people will stray if not properly guided. Being intentional about a godly legacy requires leaders to develop a strong inner circle to reproduce the vision for a better tomorrow. There is no success without a successor!RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLT, Vine CommentaryReferences & Further ReadingsBesner, G. (2020) The culture quotient: ten dimensions of a high-performance culture. Ideapress Publishing. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Canic, M. (2020) Ruthless consistency: how committed leaders execute strategy, implement change, and build organisation that win. McGraw Hill. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Maxwell, J.C., & Elmore, T. (2014). The Maxwell leadership Bible Notes. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson.Maxwell, J. C. (2006). The 360 Degree Leader. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers.Shoemaker, P. (2021) Taking charge of change: how rebuilders solve hard problem. HarperCollins Leadership. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP

Nehemiah 6 15 So on October 2[d] the wall was finished—just fifty-two days after we had begun. 16 When our enemies and the surrounding nations heard about it, they were frightened and humiliated. They realized this work had been done with the help of our God. - NLTThe passage of S5E10 (Neh. 6:15-16) shows that leaders who commit to the work of God will finish well and strong. As indicated in the text, the enemies of such work will recognize that God works through his vessels. Beloved, a leader’s commitment invokes a compelling sense of purpose, a clear perspective, and a prayer-powered courage that adversities cannot overcome.RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLT, Vine CommentaryReferences & Further ReadingsBesner, G. (2020) The culture quotient: ten dimensions of a high-performance culture. Ideapress Publishing. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Canic, M. (2020) Ruthless consistency: how committed leaders execute strategy, implement change, and build organisation that win. McGraw Hill. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Maxwell, J.C., & Elmore, T. (2014). The Maxwell leadership Bible Notes. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson.Maxwell, J. C. (2006). The 360 Degree Leader. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers.Shoemaker, P. (2021) Taking charge of change: how rebuilders solve hard problem. HarperCollins Leadership. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP

Nehemiah 2 17 But now I said to them, “You know very well what trouble we are in. Jerusalem lies in ruins, and its gates have been destroyed by fire. Let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem and end this disgrace!” - NLTThe passage of S5E9 (Neh. 2:11-20) shows that leaders who navigate do more than share a vision that is communicated effectively. Like Nehemiah, the navigation abilities of leaders will make us see farther than others [1], see more than others [2], and see before others [3]. Leaders who are good navigators can take people in their circle of influence to greater heights. RecognitionsMusic: Nathaniel BasseyOlive Tree Bible APP Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJVCommentary / Study Bibles: McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLT, Vine CommentaryReferences & Further ReadingsBesner, G. (2020) The culture quotient: ten dimensions of a high-performance culture. Ideapress Publishing. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Canic, M. (2020) Ruthless consistency: how committed leaders execute strategy, implement change, and build organisation that win. McGraw Hill. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Maxwell, J.C., & Elmore, T. (2014). The Maxwell leadership Bible Notes. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson.Maxwell, J. C. (2006). The 360 Degree Leader. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers.Shoemaker, P. (2021) Taking charge of change: how rebuilders solve hard problem. HarperCollins Leadership. Published by Soundview Book Summaries, 2021.Email us at [email protected] Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiblicalPhronesis Listen and like us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIX4oqznqueVL696ihmyoG1ZdKEJMI3QG Thank you for supporting BP