Why Did They Depart From Us? By Babatunde Olugboji 1 John 2:19 clarifies that those who depart from the Christian community and its doctrines, even after having been members, reveal that they were never authentically part of God’s people. The verse states, “They went out from us, but they were not of us; for if they had been of us, they would have remained with us. Their going out proved that none of them belonged to us.” This scripture is frequently cited to support the notion that genuine faith leads to perseverance; thus, if an individual strays, it indicates…
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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.
NCPC BOSS COMMENDS ADAMAWA PILGRIMS FOR GOOD CONDUCT, Says Gov Fintiri is one of the most resourceful pilgrimage friendly governors in the North East The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has commended the Adamawa pilgrims for their good conduct in the Holy Land during the Jerusalem Pilgrims ceremony organized for the Adamawa and Imo pilgrims. Represented by the Director of Administration of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, Mr. Abu Okpanachi, Bishop Adegbite disclosed that Governor Ahmadu Fintiri remains one of the most resourceful pilgrimage-friendly Governors in the North East. He thanked the…
“Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound?” By Babatunde Olugboji In Romans 6:1, Paul poses a rhetorical question: “What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound?” This inquiry highlights a prevalent criticism of Paul’s teachings, both during his era and in contemporary times. Detractors contend that preaching about limitless grace might unintentionally grant a license to sin. However, Paul contends that those who have died to sin cannot persist in it: “By no means! How can we who died to sin still live in it?” (Romans 6:2). This assertion…
YOUR GIFT BRINGS YOU GIFTS – By Dr Segun ‘TREMENDOUS’ Oshinaga Your gift is your principal tool for making contributions to your world. You neglect your gift, and you have forsaken your destiny. If you improve your gift, your destiny will also grow. The quality of your gift will determine the quality of your service to the world. “A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.” – Proverbs 18:16 NKJV Your gift holds the key to your gifts in life. Your promotion, possessions and progress are all locked up in your gift. As your…
NIGERIAN PILGRIMS THRILL AUDIENCE AT MUSICAL CONCERT AT DON BOSSCO BASILICA, NAZARETH, ISRAEL The second batch of Christian Pilgrims for NCPC delayed Easter Pilgrimage exercise, comprising Imo and Abia States, thrilled the audience at a musical concert performance by the Imo State Government House Choir on October 2, 2025, at Don Bossco, the Basilica of Jesus the Adolescent in Nazareth, Israel. In a release by Celestine Toruka, the Deputy Director and Head of Media Relations of NCPC, the historic event marked the first-ever musical concert organised by any Nigerian Pilgrim group in Israel. The musical concert was a collaborative…
OPINION: Nigeria @65: Nigerian Clerics, Emiaso, Okeke, Oyinlola, Olufestus Speaks The journey of Nigeria as a country after independence has taken on different dimensions and experienced beyond expectations. Leadership have the major highlights of the country and the society, while the citizens are becoming the sacrificial lambs with different life threatening challenges, ranging from political instability, moral decadence, banditry, economic crisis, insecurity, communal clashes, nepotism, religious misunderstandings, kidnapping, broken homes, and marriages; loss of values, and other situations have brought untold hardship, loss of purpose, and senses of confusion to our supposed and expected crisis ridden free and liberal…
Dangote Must Resist Unionisation – Pastor Femi Adebayo Pastor Femi Adebayo, the President of Club Abraham International, a faith-based fellowship of developing man value, character and godliness, has added his voice to the lingering crisis brewing in the petroleum sector. He lamented the government-owned refineries that have remained moribund and non-functional for years despite colossal expenditures on turnaround maintenance that have yielded no tangible results. Pastor Femi said he is saddened that the oil and gas unions have thrived on the corruption and inefficiency entrenched in the sector while feeding fat on the system. NUPENG and PENGASSAN have not…
Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary: WATS Urges National Rebirth Through Leadership Training The foremost non-denominational theological institution in the region, West Africa Theological Seminary (WATS), has called for a renewed focus on leadership training as Nigeria celebrates her 65th Independence Anniversary. In a statement by the Seminary Provost, Pastor Olufemi Emmanuel, PhD, WATS emphasized that the future of Nigeria depends on raising leaders with integrity, vision, and a commitment to serve. “At 65, Nigeria must embrace national rebirth. Our greatest resource is not oil or minerals but men and women of character who can lead selflessly. Leadership training remains the…
NIGERIA’S 65TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY: NIGERIAN CHRISTIAN PILGRIMS CELEBRATE IN ISRAEL Nigerian Christian pilgrims gathered in Nazareth and Bethlehem, Israel, to mark Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary. The pilgrims, comprising Imo, Abia, and Adamawa states, as well as Consulars, held prayer sessions and celebrations to commemorate the milestone. In Nazareth, the pilgrims prayed for Nigeria’s unity, economic growth, and divine guidance for leaders, including President Bola Tinubu and state governors. Rt. Rev. Dr. Manasses Okere, Anglican Bishop of Ukwa Diocese, quoting Psalm 133:1, emphasized the importance of unity in building a great nation. In Bethlehem, the pilgrims celebrated with a cake-cutting ceremony…
NCPC CONGRATULATES NIGERIA, PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU, AND NIGERIANS ON 65TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has congratulated Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu, and Nigerians on the occasion of the 65th independence anniversary of Nigeria. In his independence anniversary message on behalf of the Chairman of NCPC, Board, and members of staff of the Commission, Bishop Adegbite extended his heartfelt felicitations to Nigeria, Mr. President, and Nigerians for this great milestone. He emphasized that 65 years of nationhood is not a mean achievement and is worth celebrating. According to a statement…