FORGIVING YOURSELF

In many of our cultures, strength is often seen in endurance—but true strength also lies in releasing the weight of guilt and…

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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…

A MAN UNDER AUTHORITY

A MAN UNDER AUTHORITY We live in a rebellious society where people find it difficult to adhere to instructions and obey orders. Unfortunately, we’re at a time and era where people do not like to be told what to do. Little surprises both…

FORGIVING YOURSELF

In many of our cultures, strength is often seen in endurance—but true strength also lies in releasing the weight of guilt and embracing grace. This message reminds us that self-forgiveness is not weakness, but a powerful step toward healing…

JESUS OF NAZERATH

JESUS OF NAZERATH “Philip found Nathaniel and said to him, “We have found Him of whom Moses in the law and also the prophets wrote – Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” And Nathaniel said to him, “Can anything good come of Nazareth?’ .…

Forbidden Fruit Is Still Tempting Eve

Forbidden Fruit Is Still Tempting Eve A Response to Arguments for the Ordination of Women by Pastor Jim Feeney, Ph.D. Satan’s temptation of the first woman, Eve, was “...you will be like God, knowing…

GUIDELINES FOR PARENTAL DISCIPLINE

GUIDELINES FOR PARENTAL DISCIPLINE     1.     NEVER disagree about discipline in front of the children. 2.     NEVER give an order, request or command without being able to enforce it at the time. 3.     Be CONSISTENT, that is,…

When Go Means Come!

In some African countries, when someone says, “I am coming,” you will be amazed that he/she is doing the exact opposite (going). For a better understanding of this group of people, one needs to mingle with them. Similarly, Jesus said to His…

IN YOUR YEAR OF SERVICE

Veterans’ week has just come and gone but our veterans remain dear to our hearts. Veterans are remembered yearly for their selfless service to our nation. During veteran’s week we recognize and salute men and women of this great nation who…

UNDERSTANDING THE CHRISTIAN VIRTUE OF PATIENCE

“A hot – tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patience calms a quarrel” – Proverbs 15:18; “So Jacob served seven years to get Rachael, but they seemed like only a few days to him because of his love for her” – Genesis…

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