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…
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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 –…
Beware of Idolatry By Babatunde Olugboji In the Bible, idolatry refers to the adoration of anything or anyone other than the one true God. This practice is deemed a sin in both the Old and New Testaments. In the Old Testament, idolatry mainly pertains to the worship of tangible idols or images crafted from wood, stone, or metal – typically symbolizing other deities. (see to Exodus 20:3–5 (10 Commandments); Deuteronomy 27:15) Instances of idolatry in the Old Testament include the golden calf (Exodus 32) and the later years of King Solomon, during which he erected altars for foreign gods (1…
Deeper Life Church Rejects ₦10M Compensation, Demands Comparable Compensation, Protection Over Church Building Demolition …court ordered Surulere LG to vacate the land The Deeper Life Bible Church has turned down an offer of N10 million compensation from the Surulere Local Government over their demolished church building situated at 36 Aina Street, Lawanson, Surulere, Lagos State. Instead, the church has demanded a comparable alternative of monetary compensation for the building value or the allocation of a new parcel of land within the local government to enable the church members to continue their religious activities without molestation. The church has lodged a…
NCPC South South Zonal staff celebrates with the Fed Commissioner, Chief Weli Wosu The staff of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission South South Zonal office Port Harcourt recently honoured the Federal Commissioner representing South South on the Board of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, Chief Weli Wosu as he marked his birthday recently in Port Harcourt. The high point of their visit to the Fed Commissioner’s residence to rejoice with him on the auspicious day in his life was the presentation of a birthday card to the Hon Federal Commissioner who has provided exemplary leadership in the zone as far…
On the Question of ‘Christian Liberty’ By Babatunde Olugboji Christian liberty refers to the freedom that believers have in Christ to live by faith, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, rather than being constrained by the law for the purpose of salvation. We can confidently embrace our Christian liberty, assured that the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross for our sins was, and continues to be, adequate; we now exist under the law of grace. The New Testament contains extensive discussions regarding Christian liberty and the appropriate and inappropriate ways to exercise it. Paul conveys that Christian liberty…