Success God’s Way (1) By Babatunde Olugboji This week, we’ll start a 2-part mini-series on “success,” which brings up a host of questions: What does it mean to be successful? How should we, as believers understand or define it? How should our understanding differ from that of the world? As believers, how do we ensure we define success in a way that our definition doesn’t ruin us? In our world, success usually means money, status, influence, followers, comfort, or applause. And if we are not careful, we can bring that definition into our faith, and start measuring life by…
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GRACIOUS Akintayo is a journalist of many years experience and exposure. He worked in various media organization as a reporter, researcher and correspondent. He had attended many local and international organized professional, leadership and ministerial conference, training, seminars and workshops. He is a media consultant, editor, an inspirational writer, public speaker and social critics. He is the Editor/Publisher, PROVIDENCE News (a nondenominational general interest Christian publication), former President, Christian Press Association of Nigeria (CPAN) and currently, President, Nigeria Christian Media Forum (NCMF). Gracious is a member of many professional, social and Christian faith organization.
NCPC BOSS, Bishop Adegbite Felicitates with President Tinubu at 74 The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Prof Stephen Adegbite, has extended his warmest felicitations to President Bola Tinubu on the occasion of his 74th birthday anniversary. In a statement released on Sunday by Celestine Toruka, the Deputy Director and Head, Media and Public Relations, NCPC, Bishop Adegbite extolled the President’s sterling qualities, describing him as a true patriot and a compassionate leader. He thanked God for granting President Tinubu another year of life and wished him the best on this special day. “I am…
How God’s Word Brings Comfort at Difficult Times By Babatunde Olugboji The Bible represents the Word of God, intended for His people, and encompasses all that we require to achieve completeness (2 Timothy 3:15-17). Among the essential elements it provides is comfort. The Bible addresses comfort extensively and includes numerous passages that offer solace during life’s challenging moments. Indeed, the Bible serves as a source of comfort for us! Life is filled with numerous challenges. Even believers are not exempt from setbacks in various forms. It may be in the areas of our health, finances, relationships, and other areas,…
THE CHURCH INCLUSION WITHIN THE RENEWED HOPE AGENDA LECTURE By Bishop Dr. Bankole Jefferson Church inclusion within the Renewed Hope Agenda represents a strategic partnership between the Nigerian Federal Government and faith-based organizations to drive national transformation. Given the Church’s deep reach into the grassroots, its role has shifted from purely spiritual guidance to becoming a key implementation partner for social and economic reforms. Below is a breakdown of how the Church is being integrated into this national agenda. 1. Strategic Pillars of Engagement: The government has increasingly called upon religious leaders to move “beyond the pulpit” to align…
THE KIND OF CHURCH GOD WANTS By Bishop Ben Omoregie Introduction The Church is not merely a building or organization; it is the Body of Christ (Ephesians 1:22–23). God has a clear pattern and expectation for His Church. Understanding this helps us align our ministries with His divine purpose. 1. A Church Built on Christ: “I will build My church…” Matthew 16:18 The Church belongs to Christ, not man. Jesus is the foundation (1 Corinthians 3:11) The Church must be centered on His teachings and authority. Characterised by Christ-centered preaching, Dependence on Jesus, not human wisdom, Submission to His…
We Have Church Growth in Nigeria, But People in the Church are not Disciples, …Says, Sunday Akingbelure, Wale Adekoya The Presiding Bishop of Shalom International Christian Church, Bishop Wale Adekoya, has attributed the current controversy and heretical teachings facing the Church to the neglect of discipleship, emphasizing the need for church leaders to prioritize this process as a crucial aspect of Christian growth. Bishop Adekoya as a guest speaker at the Apostolic International Ministers Association (AIMA) ministers conference themed “Discipleship and Disciple Making” held at Total Gospel Bible Church (TGBC), Fola-Agoro, Lagos, expressed concern over the present state of…
UNIFICATION OF C.C.C WORLDWIDE: Founder, S.B.J Oshoffa Speaks Through His Son, Rev Pastor E.M.F Oshoffa Calvary greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, the avatar of our faith and our redeemer. It is with a heart filled with absolute reverence for God Almighty and total deference to my biological father, Saint S.B.J. Oshoffa, that I, Reverend Pastor E.M.F. Oshoffa, deliver this message to all members of the Celestial Church of Christ Worldwide, irrespective of whether you belong to the Ketu Mainstream or the Nigeria Diocese, or indeed any other faction. In recent times, my father, Saint S.B.J.…
Ogbetuo Renews Commitment to Fostering Peace and Unity in Samagidi-Kokori, Delta State By Odeya Ogbetuo Chief Godwin Ogbetuo JP, the newly installed Okpakororho (Oldest man) of Samagidi-Kokori in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State, has vowed to foster peace and unity within the community. During his installation ceremony, he assured the people that his tenure would prioritize reconciliation and progress for Samagidi-Kokori. He pledged to collaborate with the state government and relevant agencies to drive development in the area. Chief Ogbetuo urged the community members to maintain peace and unity and to participate in the ongoing INEC voter’s…
NCPC Boss, Adegbite Urges Christian Women to Pray for Peace in Nigeria, Middle East, and the World The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Prof Stephen Adegbite, has called on Christian women to continue praying for peace in Nigeria, Africa, the Middle East, and globally. According to a statement by Celestine Toruka, the Deputy Director and Head of Media Relations, NCPC, Bishop Adegbite made this appeal while receiving the executive members of the Women Wing of the Christian Council of Nigeria, FCT chapter, who paid him a courtesy visit at the NCPC corporate headquarters in…
Understanding the ‘Relapsing Concept” By Babatunde Olugboji Relapse” is the recurrence of symptoms, such as drug use or mental health issues, after a period of improvement. It is a gradual process, not a sudden event, often occurring in stages. This is also applicable in the spiritual realm as explained by Jesus in Matthew 12:43-45. In this passage, the Savior presents a thought-provoking and somewhat ambiguous discourse regarding the expulsion of evil spirits. The central idea is that the removal of an evil spirit may only be temporary, contingent upon the actions of the individual following the expulsion. This concept…