An intriguing question on the Song of Solomon By Babatunde Olugboji Have you ever wondered if the Song of Solomon is really an allegory for God’s love for Israel or perhaps Christ’s love for the Church? It’s an intriguing question that invites deep reflection! An allegory is a type of literary work where characters and events symbolize a deeper moral or spiritual truth. Classic examples include John Bunyan’s The Pilgrim’s Progress and The Holy War. The Song of Solomon is often seen as an allegory by both Jewish and Christian scholars. For Jews, it represents God’s love, while Christians…
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My Late Mother, Bishop Grace Dauji, Was A Beacon of Light, and A Mother to Nations – Evangelist Rhonda Obi Evangelist Rhonda Ugoada Obi, the US-based eldest child and daughter of the late Bishop Chioma Grace Dauji, Presiding Bishop and General Overseer of Amazing Grace Pentecostal Church (AGPC), has paid tribute to her late mother, describing her as a spiritual guide, beacon of light, mother to nations, and an extraordinary source of inspiration. According to Evangelist Obi, her mother impacted lives beyond boundaries, embodying the role of a mother to everyone around her, and not just her biological children.…
Christians Must Be Intentional to Secure the Presence of God – Archbishop John Osa-Oni Archbishop John Osa-Oni, the presiding prelate and general overseer of Vineyard Christian Ministries (VCM), has urged Christians to transcend spiritual depression and radiate the glory of the Lord, thereby experiencing God in a novel dimension. Osa-Oni made this call at the Destiny 2026 program, a five-day event organized by the Church to commemorate its 38th anniversary, themed “Time of Refreshing in His Presence.” He emphasized the need for an intentional relationship with God, stating, “You must be deliberate in your desire for the knowledge of…
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…
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.…