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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.

Consistent Praise, Worship, and Thanksgiving Attracts God’s Presence – Apostle Joshua Olaoye Apostle Joshua Olaoye, the general overseer of Triumphant Faith Global Church Inc., Owode-Ajegunle, Ikorodu, Lagos, has admonished that, whatever happens to a man in life, be it positive or negative, he should praise God. “If you consistently live with the spirit of praise, worship, and thanksgiving in your mouth, the evil spirit will find it difficult to keep you busy, to tie you down, and to continue harassing you.” Apostle Olaoye made this known during the church’s annual 30-day prayer and fasting theme, “ENLARGEMENT on Every Side.” He…

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We Should Give Face of Christianity New Look – Bishop Adegbite …dedicated new sound equipments for NCPC  The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has emphasised the need to give Christianity a new look. According to a statement by NCPC’s Deputy Director and Head, Media and Public Relations, Celestine Toruka, Bishop stated this during a courtesy visit from Chief Funlola Okunowo, the Asiwaju Onigbagbo of Ijebuland. Bishop Adegbite stressed the importance of serving God within the government’s framework, affirming that Christians in government should be exemplary in their conduct, serving as change agents in…

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‘I am,’ Says Jesus 7 Times By Babatunde Olugboji In the Old Testament, God told Moses, “I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I AM has sent me to you” (Exodus 3:14). In Judaism, the phrase “I AM” is unequivocally recognized as a designation for God. When Jesus made statements beginning with “I am,” asserting divine attributes, He was identifying Himself as God. The Gospel of John contains 7 significant metaphorical “I am” declarations made by Jesus. The first, “I am the bread of life” (John 6:35, 41, 48, 51), illustrates a…

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ART 2025 Conference: Nigeria Ensnares in the Game of Thrones and not its Purpose – Dr Bolaji Akinyemi …our problem is not restructuring but lacks of good leadership – Bishop Funsho Awe The 2025 Apostolic Round Table (ART), the second in its series, was held at the main auditorium of Jesus Evangelical Ministry in the Allen area of Ikeja, Lagos. The theme was “Steward of Nations, Season 2: Nurturing the Seed of Unity in Nigeria.” The one-day conference featured prominent Nigerian Christian faith leaders and seasoned human rights activists who x-rayed the country’s lingering situations and disadvantaged position despite…

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ART 2025 Sets to Discuss the Unity of Nigeria – Dr. Bolaji O. Akinyemi The Apostolic Round Table (ART), a vision of The Voice of His Word Ministries and an annual meeting of Apostles: men and women in ministries, marketplaces, and public services who are stewards of God to nations, is set to hold its 2nd Edition, ART 2025, themed “Stewards of Nations, ONE NIGERIA!” The 2025 Apostolic Round Table (ART) is expected to provide answers to the questions militating against the unity of Nigeria, with the discussion focused on Nurturing the Seed of Unity in Nigeria. According to a…

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The Power of Dominion in 2025 (1) By Rev. Taiwo Richardson Allen It is an instruction from God. If you want to excel in the new year, you must have the power of dominion to dominate, including over your finances. Some people have money, but they don’t have control over it. When money comes into their hands, they start spending unnecessarily. I will give you the solution to what you need to do. It is not that God didn’t make provision for you, but from now on, when money comes, you won’t be spending it unnecessarily anymore. In 2025, the…

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Do you have Christ or a form of Christ? By Babatunde Olugboji In 2 Timothy 3, Paul outlines the characteristics of individuals in the final days. He cautions against those who exhibit a semblance of godliness while rejecting its true power, as noted in verse 5 and he instructs his protégé Timothy to completely distance himself from such individuals. Paul frequently employs contrast to underscore specific qualities he wishes to convey. In 2 Timothy 3:1–4, he enumerates various sinful behaviors and attitudes that oppose God’s intentions. In verse 5, he advises Timothy to steer clear of those who profess Christianity…

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Kumuyi at Donald Trump’s Praise and Prayers Inauguration Convocation, … praying for forthrightness to speak the truth to power. The General Superintendent of Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor Williams Kumuyi, was among the top gospel ministers from around the world invited as a guest speaker to the special Praise and Prayers Convocation programme ahead of the inauguration of President Donald Trump in the United States of America. According to a programme monitored by Providence News, Pastor Kumuyi was introduced to the large audience of other gospel ministers from across the globe as a former mathematics professor and pastor of the…

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Receive a ‘Double Portion’ in 2025 By Babatunde Olugboji The term “double portion” appears six times in the Bible, signifying a gift that is twice as substantial as what others receive. This notion is first articulated in the Mosaic Law, which states that the firstborn son is entitled to a double share of the inheritance, recognizing his status as the first fruits of the father’s strength (Deuteronomy 21:17). In addition to this right of succession, the firstborn’s inheritance is notably greater than that of his siblings. Hannah, who was unable to bear children, received a double portion from her husband…

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Thank God for Spiritual Blessings! By Babatunde Olugboji In Ephesians 1:3–14, Paul begins his letter with a lengthy benediction, presenting a continuous sentence in the original Greek text. He exuberantly proclaims the blessings bestowed by God, starting with the declaration, “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ” (vs3). The term “every spiritual blessing” encompasses all the gifts of redemption available to Christians through their union with Jesus Christ. Paul intentionally references the Trinity in this passage, emphasizing that God the Father…

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