Politicians Feed Fat on Nigerians Sacrifice – Pastor Bakare, …WYBF awarded scholarships to 52 students from various higher institutions The Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, and the Convener, of Save Nigeria Group, Pastor Tunde Bakare have lamented that Nigerian politicians are living fat on the citizens they asked to sacrifice for the country by enduring the present economic hardship. The outspoken cleric and politician made this known while delivering his address as a Keynote Speaker, with the theme: “Cultivating a Culture of Dialogue: Nurturing Understanding in a Culturally and Socially Diverse Nation.” at the 17th Wilson and…
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Is Gossip a Sin? By Babatunde Olugboji The Hebrew term for “gossip” found in the Old Testament is characterized as “one who discloses secrets, a person who spreads tales or engages in scandalous talk.” A gossiper is an individual who possesses confidential information about others and chooses to disclose that information to those who should not be privy to it. Gossip can be differentiated from the mere sharing of information in two significant ways: Purpose Gossipers frequently aim to elevate their own status by disparaging others, positioning themselves as sources of exclusive knowledge. Nature of the information shared Gossipers tend…
Nigerian Christian Leaders Are Too Silence on the State of the Nation – Pastor Gideon Oyedepo The Minister-in-Charge, C & S Bible Ministry, Lagos, Pastor Gideon Oyedepo, also known for his unwavering belief in the mantle of God for national direction, has criticized Nigerian Christian leaders for becoming too silent on the state of the nation, Nigeria. Oyedepo, while making the clarion call, underscores his deep concern over the current state of the nation and the apparent silence of religious leaders in the country in the face of mounting challenges. Pastor Oyedepo expressed his dismay at the reluctance of Christian…
CAC AGBALA ITURA, ELEVATED TO ZONE, PASTOR TAIWO INDUCTED AS SANGO ZONAL SUPERINTENDENT By Oluwasegun Abifarin After years of planting the Church, the Christ Apostolic Church, (CAC), Agbala Itura, Sango was on Sunday 18 August 2024 formally elevated to the Zonal Headquarters of the Church in Sango Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria. According to a citation read by the Zonal Secretary, Pastor Joseph Bamisaye, the Assembly was established in February 1996 after a crusade organized “through the Evangelical Operations of the Christ International Evangelical Ministry anchored by the Church Planter and global Evangelist, Dr. Samuel Kayode Abiara. According to Pastor Bamisaye,…
What is Restitution? By Babatunde Olugboji Restitution is a principle rooted in biblical teachings, with references found in both the Old and New Testaments that elucidate God’s perspective on the matter. In the OT, the Israelites adhered to the Law, which outlined specific restitution requirements: “If a man steals an ox or a sheep and either slaughters it or sells it, he is obligated to repay five cattle for the ox and four sheep for the sheep…” A thief is required to make restitution; however, if he lacks the means, he must be sold to compensate for his theft. Should…
A Word About Discernment By Babatunde Olugboji What does it mean to discern, or be discerning? The dictionary defines it as ‘to perceive by the sight or some other sense; see, recognize, or apprehend.’ A Bible dictionary describes it as ‘sagacious; sharp-sighted.’ The term discernment and its related terms are derived from the Greek word ‘anakrino,’ which appears in the New Testament. It signifies ‘to differentiate, to separate out by careful investigation, to examine.’ Discernment is the skill of correctly identifying or making judgments, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is closely linked to wisdom. The Bible itself…
PROTEST: Way Forward -Nigerians Should Tread Softly, Dialogue, and Unite The protests that started with the core message of real biting hunger and serious suffering going out of control in Nigeria today, has just ended with the leaders of the protest declared to be off the street. But, the protest commenced on the first day in some parts of the country, especially in the North, with reports of violence, looting, and destruction of public properties, was urged to be called off by President Tinubu during his address to the nation on the third day of the protest. In this report,…
Lagos PFN Charts A New Dawn, To Inaugurate Pastor Yemi Davids as Chairman The Senior Pastor and Founder of the Global Impact Church, Pastor Yemi Davids, will on Saturday, August 31 be officially inaugurated and commissioned to lead the Lagos Chapter of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria. The inauguration will be held at the Covenant Centre, Orile, Lagos at 9 am, and expected to attract about 5000 Pentecostals and other denominations Christian across the state, including government functionaries and captains of industries. Pastor Davids will be inaugurated along with the newly elected Vice Chairman, Rev. (Mrs.) Janet Onaolapo, the General…
END of PROTEST IN LAGOS: Sanwo-Olu Opens New Engagement Channels With Government The Lagos State Government has expressed appreciation to the protesters in Lagos for their peaceful conduct and their announcement of an end to their action following the broadcast by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) today. In release by the Lagos State Honourable Commissioner, Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotosho, the State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu praised the leaders of the protest in Lagos, saying: “Your stoppage of the protest today is a crystal clear affirmation of the fact that you know your collective voice has been heard by…
What Is Spiritual Maturity? By Babatunde Olugboji Spiritual maturity can be defined as allowing one’s inner being to grow and mature according to God’s will rather than one’s own. Spiritual maturity can be confusing and intimidating. In a lot of ways, it’s harder to qualify, articulate, describe, or define, compared to, for example, physical, mental, or emotional maturity. Achieving spiritual growth involves becoming more akin to Jesus Christ. Following salvation, every Christian embarks on a journey of spiritual growth, aiming to reach a state of spiritual maturity. The apostle Paul describes this journey as a continuous one that will last…