In What Way Could David Be Regarded as A Man After God’s Own Heart? (Part 2) By Babatunde Olugboji This week, we will conclude this 2-part mini-series on the question of why David was described as a man after God’s own heart. Instructively, David was a man with a character that could arguably be described as flawed: he committed murder, he was adulterous, he played fast and loose with women, his household was engulfed in a massive crises including rape, and incest; and his Kingship was characterized by one disaster or another. To fully understand why the Bible describes David…
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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.
Foursquare G.O., Sam Aboyeji, Fela Durotoye, Cecila Ibru, and Bola Obasanjo to Attend 2025 WYBF Memorial Lecture The 2025 Wilson and Yinka Badejo Memorial Lecture is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, 6 August 2025, at the main hall of Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), Victoria Island, Lagos, with the theme, LEADERSHIP REIMAGINED: “Framework for Empowering the Next Generation of Nation Builders.” This year’s lecture represents the 18th edition of the event and the Keynote Speaker for the 2025 lecture is Mr. Fela Durotoye, a renowned and acknowledged values champion, leadership expert, executive coach, global speaker, and the President of…
God Counts on the Church for Societal Leadership – Rev David Aboderin …Church leaders nee d adjustments – Pastor Wale Oladiyun The president and the convener of the Joint Christian Ministers Crusade International (JCMC Int’l.), Rev. David Aboderin has said, leadership is about the capacity built in someone to do much more for God and impact generations. Rev. Aboderin said this at the JCMC Int’l Ministers Conference held at Ojodu, Lagos said, the church and the leadership can cause huge revival to our generation if we desire and take necessary step with action to that effect…
Lagos PFN Chairman, Yemi Davids Gives Account for N42.6M Benue Crisis Relief Initiative …appreciate donors, supporters The Chairman of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Lagos State Chapter, Pastor Yemi Davids, has presented a detailed report on the funds raised and relief efforts undertaken to support victims displaced by recent violent attacks in Yelwata, Benue State. These communities suffered devastating assaults from unidentified assailants, leading to the displacement of hundreds of families. The attacks were widely condemned, and several concerned individuals and organizations reached out in support. In a compelling video appeal following the crisis, Pastor Yemi Davids urged the…
BISHOP ADEGBITE CONGRATULATES NCPC BOARD MEMBER, HON. MRS. OGUNLOLA ON HER 60TH BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, on behalf of the Chairman and members of Board of NCPC extended his warmest congratulations to Hon. Mrs Omowumi Ogunlola, Federal Commissioner representing the South West on the Board of the Commission, on her 60th birthday anniversary. Represented at the special event by Hon (Chief ) Clement Nweke, Federal Commissioner representing the South East, Bishop Adegbite thanked God for granting Hon. Ogunlola the gift of longevity. He emphasized that “it is not how…
In what way could David be regarded as a man after God’s own heart? (Part 1) By Babatunde Olugboji To comprehend why David was regarded as a man after God’s own heart, it is essential to examine the characteristics that qualified him for such a distinguished title. In the book of Acts, Paul conveys God’s sentiments regarding King David: “After removing Saul, he made David their king. He testified concerning him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse, a man after my own heart; he will do everything I want him to do’” (Acts 13:22). The explanation for why David…
Christian Education Helps Holistic Development – Prof. Babalola Ojo Professor Babalola Joseph Ojo is the General Overseer of Bible Revelation Life-Giving Church Int’l., Ayobo, Lagos. He is the Lagos State Chapter Coordinator for Association of Chartered Christian Instructors (ACCI) Worldwide, and the chairman, Planning Committee for 2025 ACCI International Conference. He spoke to Gracious Akintayo on Christian Education and shared the vision of association of Chartered Christian Instructors (ACCI) with its coming international conference. Sir, what is Christian education? Christian education is an education rooted in biblical principles, aiming to cultivate a holistic understanding of faith and its application to…
Men of God Should Stop Doing Things on their Own – Apostle Okechukwu Etiaka Apostle Okechukwu Etiaka is the Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Bible Believer Church International, Mafoliku, Oshodi, Lagos. He is a public administrator and the Province Chairman, PFN Mushin/Oshodi Province. Also, the Chairman of CPFN Oshodi. He spoke with Gracious Akintayo on various issues about his ministry, the church, and the society during the church mid-year thanksgiving servic. Excerpt; How would you describe your journey as a Christian and minister of God? That is a long story (smiles). But thank God for where He had picked me, guided me,…
ON THE PASSING OF FORMER PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI, GCFR It is with deep sorrow and solemn respect that we acknowledge the passing of His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, former President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. President Buhari served Nigeria, his motherland, both as a military Head of State and later as a democratically elected President. His tenure was marked by a firm stance against corruption, efforts to reform governance, and a consistent call for national unity, security, and development. In a release statement signed by Benjamin Okoh, the Chief Press Secretary of…
Foursquare Church in Nigeria Gears Up to Celebrate 70 Years of Faith Impact with Weeklong Activities …offered relief materials to Benue displaced victims The Foursquare Gospel Church, Yaba, Lagos, is set to celebrate its 70th anniversary milestone with a planned series of events aimed at spiritual rejuvenation, community service, and unifying the past and present members of the church. According to the church leadership and the planning committee, lead by the General Overseer and Senior Pastor, Rev. Sam Aboyeji during a press conference on Monday 14 July, 2025 to herald the anniversary scheduled to hold from July 21 –…