THINGS TO SETTLE BEFORE MARRIAGE (5)

When we returned from our one-week break after the wedding, someone complained that there were people who did not get to eat at our wedding. My response was simple, “Can I have a list of those who complained that they did not eat so I can know the list of people to unfriend. Both my wife and I do not […]

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THINGS TO SETTLE BEFORE MARRIAGE (4)

I had a list of those my wife must meet before we got married (asides from my relatives). We made quite some trips. It was tough, but it was necessary. At a point, someone told us that we had to reduce our trip, but I explained that it was key that my wife met all the people concerned. One of […]

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THINGS TO SETTLE BEFORE MARRIAGE (3)

She felt so terrible. She still could not believe that she actually fornicated. Her mind was troubled. She knew she had to settle it with God. She prayed till she sensed a relief. She then called the “man in her life”. She began to express regrets and said such would never happen again. The man smiled and said to her, […]

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THINGS TO SETTLE BEFORE MARRIAGE (2)

I got several counsels ever before I asked my wife to marry me. My spiritual father said to me: “Son, there are two very important things. First, be sure that you heard God. Second, do not marry a woman who does not believe in God’s vision for your life. If you do, you will be frustrated for the rest of […]

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THINGS TO SETTLE BEFORE MARRIAGE (1)

I was packing my bags to travel that morning. A young man had been trying to see me. I told him we could see briefly. He came in with all excitement. There is a lady he has spotted and would love to marry. Well! I was excited for him too. But when he went on and on about what roles […]

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WARNING SIGNS (10): WHEN YOU FORGET HOW WEAK YOU ARE

I still remember where I was standing that day some years back when my Sagem phone rang. The voice on the other end was sober. It was that of a dear brother. He said in hushed tones, “My brother, I have sinned against God and disappointed you”. My heart skipped when he told me how he had impregnated a girl […]

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WARNING SIGNS (9) – “WHEN YOUR CHILD BECOMES YOUR IDOL”

After telling Dad about my call into full-time ministry in Eruwa. He did not say a word on the first night. It was a tough one. The next day Dad said to me, “I thought you were coming home to tell me about your plans to leave the country or at least get a job. I was looking forward to […]

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WARNING SIGNS (8): “WHEN THERE ARE THINGS YOU CAN’T LET GO”

It was difficult to say but I told my lovely wife, “Asides from our offering today, this is the last dime on me. Please, let us kindly get some things into the house for food”. God in his miraculous way showed up. A few hours later, someone sent me a cash gift. It was a good amount. I was overjoyed. […]

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WARNING SIGNS (7) – “WHEN IT TAKES A GUEST TO SHOW YOU THE TRUTH”

A senior friend and dear brother went to preach in a church. When he was done, one or two people wanted to sow seeds into his life and ministry. He asked them a powerful question, “When last did you give to your pastor?” Interestingly, they could not remember. He asked them to give the seed to their pastor. One of […]

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WARNING SIGNS (6): “WHEN YOU EXCUSE WHAT YOUR SPIRIT CONDEMNS”

A beloved one reached out and said, “I should have done this two years ago. My heart has not been at peace but I would love to do it today”. He went ahead to apologise for an action of his that the Spirit of God had been dealing with him about. One of the warning signs you must never ignore […]

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