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THE CHALLENGE OF OUR TIME: MAN, WHO ARE YOU?

SCRIPTURE READING: PSALM 39 V4-7 INTRODUCTION: I welcome all to this gathering. We are gathered each time our beloved passes on to pay respect to the deceased and in show of sympathy and support to the deceased family. I thank the…

Prayer Points for the fast

Prayer Points for the fast. Every day, before you start your prayer, you must pray Psalm 51 and Psalm 91 every night before you go to sleep. Psalm 2: Start by praising the Lord for His goodness over your life. Thank Him for: ·…

PRAYER IS FALLING IN LOVE

PRAYER IS FALLING IN LOVE. Saint Augustine once wrote, “True whole prayer is nothing but love.” This statement appears explicit but many don’t get it. We would have to think deep to fully comprehend what this great man was putting across.…

PREAMBLE OF OBCA CONSTITUTION

PREAMBLE   OF OBCA CONSTITUTION The OLD BENDE CULTURAL ASSOCIATION {OBCA} was formed in 1988 in Houston.  Its primary purpose then and now is to provide a platform…

ENCOUNTER WITH GOD KNOW YOURSELE:

ENCOUNTER WITH GOD - KNOW YOURSELF   Genesis 38:1 – end; John 9:1 – 25 (Text: Genesis 38:26)   Today is the day the Lord has made and we shall rejoice here in Him. I therefore bring you a message of love, comfort and satisfaction…

ONLY GOD SATISFIES AND FULFILLS [TRUE HAPPINESS]

ONLY GOD SATISFIES AND FULFILLS . Many people think if they have billions of dollars in their bank accounts they would be happy; if they obtain college degree and secure highly paid job that will bring happiness. College degree is a ticket…

VALENTINE – LOVER’S DAY

VALENTINE - LOVER’S DAY Every year February, 14, is the traditional day lovers express their love for each other. They send cards, chocolates and rose flowers. This tradition has grown over time to include engagements, weddings,…

THE CONFLICT OF ACCEPTING CHRIST

THE CONFLICT OF ACCEPTING CHRIST   Between the month of July and September most communities in Nigeria celebrate New Yam Festival. The festival is an annual traditional ceremony to thank the creator and rejoice over the…

IF NOT FOR GOD!

IF NOT FOR GOD On the Cross Over night into 2008, I was at work and about midnight, my two colleagues and I came together and held hand in prayers. We explore the Psalm 124, as we exalted the Lord in thanksgiving for His great love and…

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