THE POWER OF A PERSONAL EXAMPLE By Dr. Segun ‘Tremendous’ Oshinaga “Don’t be naive. There are difficult times ahead. As the end approaches, people are going to be self-absorbed, money-hungry, self-promoting, stuck-up, profane, contemptuous of parents, crude, coarse, dog-eat-dog, unbending, slanderers, impulsively wild, savage, cynical, treacherous, ruthless, bloated windbags, addicted to lust, and allergic to God. They’ll make a show of religion, but behind the scenes they’re animals. Stay clear of these people.” 2 Timothy 3:1-5 (The Message Bible MSG) In the late 1800’s, a large group of European pastors came to one of D. L. Moody’s Bible conferences in…
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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.
The Power of Doing Nothing (1) By Babatunde Olugboji The new series we are starting this week provides an insight into the need to recognize that there is a time for everything and a season for every activity. (Ecclesiastes 3:1) In other words, there are times when there is power in being still. In Matthew 13, Jesus narrated a number of parables relating to the seed: the parables of the sower; mustard seed and the yeast; the hidden treasure and the pearl; and the weeds. In this series, we will be focusing on the parable of the weeds. Note that…
NIGERIA BAPTIST SET TO HOST THE GLOBAL BAPTIST FAITHFUL AT BAPTIST WORLD ALLIANCE ANNUAL GATHERING The Baptist World Alliance (BWA), the global umbrella for Baptist family organization, is set to hold its annual gathering in Nigeria for the first time. The global event will see congregants and participants from various countries attending the annual gathering. The annual gathering is scheduled to be held at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, and the Baptist International Convention Centre (BICC) on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway simultaneously. The event’s major highlight, which will commence on Sunday, July 7, 2024, and end on Friday,…
TITHING: A PRINCIPLE OF LIFE BEYOND CHRISTIANITY’S: By Dr. Priscilla Otuya Introduction: Tithing, often associated with Christian teachings, is fundamentally a universal principle of life. Through personal revelation and scriptural insights, we understand that tithing is not confined to a religious doctrine but is a timeless principle ordained by God to ensure provision and blessings. This write-up explores the purpose and significance of tithing, rooted in Biblical references, and underscores its broader application beyond religious boundaries. Definition of Tithing: Tithing is the practice of giving a tenth portion of one’s income or produce as an offering. This principle is deeply…
Will the Poor Always Be With Us? (Part 3) By Babatunde Olugboji This week, we’ll conclude our examination of Jesus’ seminal statement, “The poor will always be with you” in Matthew 26:11. When Jesus said this, did He mean that we should tolerate poverty because it is what it is? No. First, Jesus was making a point about worship. The only reason Jesus brought the poor into the conversation was in response to the self-righteous misreading of the devotion of a woman we are never to forget. Second, by referring to a passage from Deuteronomy, Jesus was reminding the disciples…
Wives Should Submit to Their Husband, …gender equality is devilish – Rev. (Mrs.) Esther Madubufo Rev. (Mrs.) Esther Ekwy Madubufo, the senior pastor of Fruitful Men & Women Ministry International, Ejigbo, Lagos is a product of three prestigious higher institutions in Nigeria. First as a graduate of Political Science from UNIZIK, and a product of UNILAG, MSC in Political Science, then capped it with an MBA in Human Resources from LASU. A seasoned and prolific writer, Bible teacher, conference speaker, certified counselor, mentor, philanthropist, and public commentator. A member of many local and international organizations, including the International Ministers’ Forum…
There is Beauty in Marriage – Bishop Chinwe Wonders Bishop (Dr.) Chinwe Wonders is an associate bishop of Glory of God Pentecostal Mission in Ojo area of Satellite Town, Lagos. She is the president, Never Alone Outreach and the Int’l Coordinator, One Accord Fellowship. In a brief chat with Gracious Akintayo at the She Pleaseth Me Well programme for singles and the married themed, “Understanding the Beauty in Marriage” organized by Never Alone Outreach, she highlighted the goals of the programme and what marriage should be. Read on; What inspired the vision and what do you intend to achieve? The…
The Church Loses Her Control and Authority on A Daily Basis – Pastor Julius Tokede Pastor Julius Olukayode Tokede, FCA is a renowned chartered accountant and Chartered Tax Practitioner both in Nigeria and UK . He is the Managing Partner of Laketos & Co (Nigeria) and Lukatos & Co Ltd (uk) also the Presiding Pastor, The Christ Power Pentecostal Assembly (CPPA), Iju-Ishaga, Lagos. During the church annual convention and retreat held at their prayer camp in Ogun State, he spoke with Providence News on issues affecting the church today. Excerpt: What is the major missing link in today’s church? People…
Will the Poor Always Be With Us? (Part 2) By Babatunde Olugboji Jesus’ seminal statement, “The poor will always be with you” in Matthew 26:11 often provokes strong reactions, sometimes seen as a license not to bother about the poor among us. Afterall, we will always have poor people and we should simply learn to live with them. What we need to note is that when Jesus said this, He was referencing Deuteronomy 15. And that Scripture appears like a complete contradiction of the claim that the poor will always be with us. “There should be no poor among you.…
MINISTRY OR SHOW?! It is Whatever You Do to the Least of My Brethren, Not Whatever You Do for Show By Dr. Priscilla Otuya Introduction: In the realm of Christian ministry, a preacher’s mission is fundamentally to shepherd their congregation, nurturing them spiritually, emotionally, and, when necessary, materially. However, a growing concern within the church today is the tendency of some preachers to prioritize grand public charity events over addressing the immediate and daily needs of their own flock. This shift from personal, hands-on ministry to large-scale, often publicized acts of charity raises critical questions about the true intent and…