Enlightenment

 Growing up in a vibrant prayer culture, I often observed a unique style of prayer among the elders. Their lips moved, their bodies sometimes swayed with emotion, yet their voices remained a near inaudible murmur, especially amidst the fervent shouts echoing through the church. For years, this silent intensity was a mystery. However, with time and personal experience, I've come to understand this as a profound form of prayer – a deeply focused and passionate communion with God. My first biblical glimpse into this method came from the story of Hannah in 1 Samuel 1:12-15. Amidst her profound sorrow and fervent desire for a child, Hannah's prayer was not a loud cry but a silent outpouring of her soul. Her lips moved, but no sound escaped. Eli, the priest, even mistook her for being drunk, highlighting the unusual nature of her quiet devotion. While many of us lift our voices in fervent supplication, there's a powerful place for this quiet, focused, contemplative, and meditativ...

 As a young boy, I would go to prayer meetings and pray while watching the older people pray and I came to notice a particular prayer style where they spoke but it was almost inaudible especially in churches with a rich prayer culture. for many years I always looked at it as something I did not understand but in recent years I have come to understand it as a high form of prayer where one is very focused and passionate about the subject being discussed with God and I have come to find my first example of such a method of praying in 1Samuel 1:12-15 While many of us shout our prayers unto the Lord there is the place of quiet focused contemplative and meditative prayer where you are on just one prayer but you are broken and surrendered and completely focused on the Lord about the issue.  I am not here to tell you it is the best form of prayer or anything, I just want to bring it to you focus and ask you to try this king of prayer once in a while. I pray that God will answer all yo...

 In a world of fleeting trends, the human spirit seeks lasting reliability – the tried and true. Paul’s words to Timothy offer profound insight: “If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work.” (2 Timothy 2:21). This verse unveils that being truly “tried and true” in God’s eyes isn't about perfection, but deliberate purging and preparation. Paul emphasizes purging oneself “from these” – the ignoble, false teachings and deviations from truth. Becoming a vessel of honor requires actively removing defilements that hinder our usefulness to God, demanding conscious effort and integrity. This purging leads to becoming a “vessel unto honour,” like a cleansed artifact restored for purpose. When purified, we become instruments God uses with dignity, reflecting His glory. The prepared vessel is also “sanctified,” set apart for God’s holy purpose, a continuous yielding to His tra...

Hey friend, I was thinking about something today that I really feel like you need to hear, especially as you keep growing in your walk with God. It’s something simple but super important, and honestly, it’s something I wish someone had explained to me earlier. You know how after you’ve been following God for a while, it can start to feel like you kinda "get it"? Like you know the drill — you pray, you read your Bible, you try to be a good person, and you feel like you and God are in a rhythm. And that’s awesome — it shows growth! But here’s the catch: sometimes, without even realizing it, we start to think we’ve got things under control. We start acting like we can walk side-by-side with God, almost like we’re partners in this thing. We treat it like a 50/50 relationship, where we put in our part and expect God to do His part too. But that’s not how it works, man. And if we’re not careful, that kind of thinking can actually trip us up. There’s this powerful reminder in th...

 Growing up i was taught the parable of the prodigal son as was most people born into a Christian community I n the story, a father has two sons. The younger son asks for inheritance from his father, who grants his son's request. This  radical ungrateful  son, however, is  wasteful and extravagant,  taking all his inheritance and left home and due to his inexperience squandered  his fortune  and  became broke had to suffer dire consequences of condescending even lower than the level his fathers servants just to survive . , he came to his senses and decided to return home intending to beg his father to accept him back as a servant. To the son's surprise, he is not scorned by his father but is welcomed back with celebration and a welcoming party. Envious, the older son refuses to participate in the festivities. The father tells the older son: "you are ever with me, and all that I have is yours, but thy younger brother was lost and now he is found." ...

Why do people get tired of work is it because the work is actually stressful so because the work is too voluminous or is it just the perspective of the work that actually makes them get tired so quickly, 

From way back as I can remember I've been taught that a man searches for his wife find his wife and marries her even the Bible is usually quoted they will tell you he who finds a wife has found a good thing and obtain favour from the Lord but this morning I go give away for that in the Bible like Jesus normally does and I say in the beginning it was not so and support my theory our quote Genesis the book that talks about the beginning 2:22 3DS under which the Lord God had taken from man made he woman and brought her into man What this place seems to tell me is that at the very beginning God wanted to be the one that will pick a wife and bring to us I didn't want us to go through the stress of going to search for a while if you want us to go to the child ever that is inevitable when a man tries to find a wife for his self he wanted to bring us the perfect one the one that will compliment us very well so then why did God push the job to us the job of finding a wife ourselves well...

As the dawn fades, the time to rest comes. Man will rest from his labors under the cover of night. This simple, poetic thought carries a timeless truth, one that echoes through human experience across centuries and cultures. Each day we rise with purpose, filled with tasks, ambitions, hopes, and duties. We labor under the sun, striving to build, to nurture, to improve, to endure. But inevitably, the day must end. The sun must set. And we, creatures of time and limitation, must submit to the sacred rhythm of rest. Nightfall reminds us that life is not endless toil. It is a cycle of effort and renewal, of sowing and reaping, of rising and laying down. Let’s take a deeper look at what it means to rest from our labors under the cover of night, and why embracing this natural rhythm is vital for our souls, our bodies, and even our relationship with the divine. The Sacredness of Labor From the beginning, human beings have been called to work. Genesis 2:15 says, “The Lord God took the man...

 There is that thing you have gotten a hang of, that simple thing that you seem to be able to do effortlessly!!! do it more and more use it to help people charge people for it just make sure you don't stop using it. it might look like a very trivial thing to you but it most probably is one off your gifts and if you abandon it it won't grow the world would not get to benefit from the awesomeness that is your gift.  Apply your gift in love don't just use it for personal purposes alone use it to help others or to spread the goodnews value comes to your gift only when it becomes valuable to the community if you are the only one benefiting from your gift it would not be valuable. The value in your gift is when others are blessed by it and there is a side effect of your gift becoming universally valuable!!! Yeah you become wealthy if everyone comes to recognize the value of your gifting they would be willing to pay for your service and you would grow in wealth. this would only ha...

When you were born the world rejoiced the great possibilities potential you come with what will he become what solution will he provide release name be written in the book of Life will he leave an impact in The sands of Time now you are grown you hide away you say the world does not deserve but you have to give you are being greedy you're being wicked what point is there to life if you cannot give the point of living is to make the world a better place all that you are and give all that makes you even our lord taught us to give everything that is us so the world even if they deserve it not the greatest joy of living is giving nothing more brings pleasure yes the world may not deserve what you have to give there is pain there is suffering and inequality but by giving what you bring you will use the pain and the suffering and inequality Even if by a little bit come join the course make the world a better place lend your voice give your strength and just at the end of your life you wi...

Teach your sons this The burden of leadership is responsibility and accountability.  Deferring blame to another group is sometimes a form of submission. No matter what a dog does, they'll always blame the owner  No matter what a child does, society would always blame the parent No matter who caused the ship to sink, the captain is always blamed No matter what  women do,  men will always take the fall  The term "Be a man!" has turned to an urban joke. But really, it goes beyond not crying when you're distressed. It's about being consistent and reliable. It's about knowing that you can be counted on when it's time to salvage situations. It's about being able to put a smile on people's faces even when you're dying inside. It's about emotion management; not just the ability to hold back tears but ability to behave normally and morally in the presence of all sorts of emotions including envy, anger, sadness, lust, love, joy, sorrow and grief. Tel...

 In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it is easy to become consumed by worries about the future. As responsibilities pile up and obstacles loom large, it is natural to feel anxious about how we will make ends meet. However, as Christians, our faith calls us to approach these challenges with a different perspective—one rooted in trust and reliance on God's provision. In the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 6, verse 32, Jesus reminds us of the futility of worrying about our basic needs. He says, "For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them." These words serve as a powerful reminder that God is fully aware of our needs and is faithful to provide for us. As His children, we are called to trust in His goodness and faithfulness, even in the face of uncertainty. The mindset of a Christian regarding God's provision is one of faith and trust. It is an acknowledgment that our Heavenly Father is not only aware of our needs but is als...

  In the cacophony of voices clamoring for attention in today's digital age, the need for discernment and thoughtful reflection has never been more crucial. John 6:41 serves as a guiding light in this journey, reminding us that we do not need to have an opinion about everything. This simple yet profound truth challenges us to reconsider the way we engage with the world and each other. At its core, the message of John 6:41 speaks to the importance of exercising restraint and humility in our interactions. It urges us to resist the impulse to offer quick judgments or hasty opinions and instead invites us to embrace the beauty of silence. In a culture that often equates noise with significance, the act of withholding our opinions can be a radical counter-cultural statement, a declaration of our commitment to mindfulness and thoughtful engagement. By choosing not to weigh in on every issue, we create space for deeper reflection and introspection. We allow ourselves the opportunity to li...

 In the journey of pursuing our dreams, it is crucial to find a sense of balance. As we strive to become what our hearts desire, and as we work towards perfection, it is important to maintain balance in our relationships. Sometimes, even those who mean well may not fully comprehend the depth and significance of our dreams. However, it is vital to remember that their lack of understanding does not indicate a lack of care or support. Instead of attacking or shutting them out, we should approach these situations with empathy and understanding. It is important to acknowledge that until our vision is transformed into reality, only a few individuals will truly grasp its essence. Our dreams, often deeply personal and unique to us, may not easily translate into words or concepts that can be fully comprehended by others. This does not diminish the value of our dreams or the significance they hold in our lives. Instead, it highlights the importance of finding a sense of balance and patience ...

       As you try to become what you feel you should be in your heart, as you strive for perfection, find relational balance. people may not understand your dream, even well meaning folks. It doesn't mean they don't care so don't go attacking them or shutting them out. Know that until your vision becomes reality only a few will be able to conceptualize it  So treat others with that understanding  Below is the version of this same information in computer AI gibberish In the pursuit of our dreams, our unwavering ambition can overshadow the vital need for balance in our relationships. As we strive to embody the individuals we envision, the critical task of harmonizing our aspirations with our cherished connections often goes unnoticed. The pursuit of perfection and the relentless drive towards our goals can blind us to the needs and viewpoints of those around us. It's essential to recognize that not everyone will grasp our dreams, even with the best intentions...

To my love my darling wife  love such a beautiful world how can I begin to even call you my love when I don't even understand the extent of what it means to love But this I know I want to spend my days with you I can't wait to spend my nights with you I can't wait to watch you smile and light up my world I can't wait to sleep beside you and watch you snore innocently like a peaceful lullaby. I know that for you I will lay down my life like Jesus prayed for his church I know that for you I'll go to the ends of the Earth I know that for you I will rise to The heights of the heavens I know that for you I will do all the things that is possible but good things ofcourse. With you by my side our home will be a fortress I haven't for kingdom a place where warriors are grown together we make an army alone we are elite fighters. Make his time come to me my love for there is a lot for us to accomplish together even though I did not fully comprehend what it means to love I...

When I think of the prodigal son the first thing that comes to mind is a boy who did not recognise what he had and decided he wanted the or no the prodigal son looks like a boy who does not value what he had and only learnt value by pain and suffering but are we not all like the prodigal son how often is it that's why we want to know the unknown how often is it that our curiosity is piqued by that which is supposed to be for bidding for that which we are advised to stay away from it is not a very human nature to want to check out that which we do not understand of that which is not clear to us are very nature desires clarity and knowledge of all things the prodigal son like all of us wanted to see what was out there and for that we have parking was a bad son who did not value what he had but funny enough every single great achievements of humankind aberthin on seeking out that which makes us curious we have a dream of something that has not been done and we trying to achieve it tha...

 Are we supposed to find love? How are we supposed to find love? Does the bible teach us to find love? All my life i have somehow felt that love is something that happens at first sight, you know like in the movies where the guys sees the girl (his soulmate) and he falls in love and they then go on to get to know each other thereby finding more reasons to love each other against all odds and they marry and live happily ever after. Well how true is that!!!!  My generation believes in this fairytale so much yet we have the highest rates of broken relationships ever recorded does this statistics not already make this fairytale a sham. all through history things people believe strongly in usually work to their advantage except they are believing a lie so could it mean we believe a lie of a love story in my generation. Older generations allowed other metrics take precedence over the  rush of love (as i would like to call it) things like background, genetics, passion, beliefs, ...

When we say running away from God, I used to think it meant totally deserting and becoming a total badboy but I have come to realise that what it really meant is hiding away from God by seeking normalcy. The truth is that once we give our life over to Christ we stop living a normal life and sometimes the requirements of our super life can be overwhelming so our natural person kicks in and does the most reasonable thing it can think of which is to get out of that super life ASAP.  This is the actual moment we start running away.  It comes in different ways such as avoiding certain responsibilities, hiding away in fear, hesitating, among many other ways we run away. I pray God will grant us the grace to not run away from him in Jesus name.

 Trust is defined as the firm belief in the reliability, truth or ability of someone or something. it is a fundamental requirement in any relationship and it can be grown or lost over time due to the actions and inactions of the parties involved.  In Genesis 12 we see two unique forms of trust; the first was between God and a man and the second was between members of a family and the family head.  Between God and a man:- Abraham the father of faith (who at this time still went by the name Abram) had built such a relationship with God over the course of his life that he now trusted God enough to pull up his whole family and start a journey to a destination he had no idea of. How weird would it sound if a person told you they are going out but then go on to say they don't know where they are going. That was the situation Abram was in, it's like saying you're going to the university but you don't know which university or what course you'd be studying yet you pack you b...