Erithur, we rejoice with you as you share your testimony of passing your exam and desire to thank God in your church for His goodness. This is a wonderful opportunity to publicly acknowledge God's faithfulness and encourage others in their faith.
Remember, it is through the name of Jesus that we have access to God, and it is in His name that we are saved. As the Bible tells us in Acts 4:12 WEB: "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"
When preparing your speech, consider sharing a specific verse that has encouraged you during your studies. One such verse could be Philippians 4:13 WEB: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." This verse reminds us that our strength and abilities come from Christ, and it is through Him that we can overcome challenges.
Here is a suggestion for your speech:
"Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I stand before you today to give thanks to God for His unfailing love and faithfulness. I recently took an exam, and by God's grace, I passed. I want to publicly acknowledge that it is only through the name of Jesus that I have been blessed with this success.
As I prepared for my exam, there were times when I felt overwhelmed and anxious. But I held onto the promise in Philippians 4:13, which says, 'I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.' This verse reminded me that my strength comes from Jesus, and it is through Him that I can overcome any challenge.
I want to encourage each one of you today. Whatever challenges you may be facing, remember that God is faithful, and He will never leave you nor forsake you. Trust in Him, and He will give you the strength to overcome.
Let us continue to praise God and give Him the glory for all He has done in our lives. Remember, it is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to God, and it is in His name that we are saved.
Father, we thank You for Your unfailing love and faithfulness. We praise You for the success that Erithur has experienced, and we ask that You continue to guide and strengthen them in all they do. Help each one of us to trust in You and to give You the glory for all that we accomplish. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."