peace
20 Apr 2019
Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has advised Nigerians to show love, promote peace and unity in the country. In his Easter message signed on Friday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, in Asaba, yesterday, Okowa said Nigerians should show love to one another and be willing to make sacrifices for greater unity, peace,…
19 Apr 2019
The Federal Government has called on the people of Ogoniland to remain peaceful and avoid taking actions capable of delaying the clean-up in oil impacted communities in the area. Dr Marvin Dekil, the Project Coordinator, Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP)in the Federal Ministry of Environment, made the plea on Friday in Bori, Khana Local Government…
14 Apr 2019
At this entrance, fruit of the spirit is a major requirement. It is expected that everyone have the fruit of the Spirit, not lacking one, else he will be told to depart. “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” Gal…
14 Apr 2019
Social concern is the second aspect of Christian Ministry in our discussion. Let us begin by acknowledging Jesus as a Master of human relationships. Jesus’ attitudes towards people provide a model for the ministry of pastoral care. Taylor (1983:pg.13), in his book, Tend My Sheep, succinctly points out how “Jesus showed a deep concern that…
14 Apr 2019
If it feels impossible to be thankful where you stand right now, ask God to help you to say “thank you” to Him; that He alone can give you peace. Thank Him for His love and His care and His power to lead you today through the maze of your life. He will help you…
12 Apr 2019
This is my second tribute to the living memory of Baba Reverend (Dr) Ola Akande who recently celebrated his 93rd year on earth. And this is a testament to a life of dedicated service and exemplary humanity that continues to be relevant to a world where everything, including religion, is upside down. In the first…
8 Apr 2019
“We recognize that the engine of growth and development for any developing nation today lies in the ability to strategically cultivate and harness private as well as public sector efforts’ - Babatunde Raji Fashola – September 15, 2008 I remember reading soberly sometimes in 2008 a report of how Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) then Executive Governor…
24 Mar 2019
Like Jonathan, you should study to know when there is conflict between people and ensure your language promotes peace, so that you will be able to reconcile men with one another to ensure peace reigns between them “as in times past.” The explanation and peace-making effort of Gideon teaches that sometimes, being logical and showing…
3 Mar 2019
The Metropolitan Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. (Dr.) Alfred Adewale Martins has urged Lagosians, especially the ethnic groups in Lagos State to continue to live in peace and harmony. Reacting to reported skirmishes in parts of the state during the last Presidential and National Assembly elections, and the rumour of reprisal attacks, Archbishop Martins charged…
16 Feb 2019
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has charged clerics in Plateau State to fast and pray for a peaceful election and to bring the plans and purpose of God to pass in Nigeria. Osinbajo, at the special prayer for peaceful elections, organised by the state chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), said Christians are the…
13 Feb 2019
Barely two days to the presidential and National Assembly elections on Saturday, the General Overseer of King of Kings Deliverance Ministries, Gbonum Ulepa, Ntezi, Ishielu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Prophet Emmanuel Chukwudi, has said that Nigeria would witness a period of peace and prosperity under the next administration. Prophet Chukwudi, who released the…
7 Feb 2019
Are you seeking real happiness and contentment? Searching for harmony within your mind, body and spirit? Are you done living a life that is not aligned with your heart’s desires? Tope was a successful nurse, who also had a booming side business. For his age, he was very comfortable and had done quite well for…
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