Whenever a fiery preacher or motivational speaker ignited my desire to discover my purpose, I’d be left downcast, cheek in hand. I felt like a child stretching their hand to snatch the shining stars from the sky. I saw no visible talent that made me outstanding because I regarded doctors, engineers, lawyers, athletes and artists as the ones with a clear and concrete purpose. I now see how purpose is overrated. It’s made to seem

The story of humankind began in the Garden of Eden and will end in the Holy City for a few or the Lake of Fire for many. Understanding what happens between the Garden and the City is crucial not only because you’re part of the story but also because it determines how you live here on earth and where you spend eternity. It’s amazing and frightening how history repeats itself. As we revisit the start

Naive couples in courtship imagine a life of bliss in marriage. Most of what they see is what their lover will give and do for them but rarely consider what they could do for their spouse. The Bible gives two warnings about marriage. The first is by the disciples who said it’s better not to marry after Jesus made it clear that divorce was out of the question except for marital unfaithfulness. (Matthew 19:10) The

You drop off your daughter at school every morning. At the end of every term, she brings glowing results and you’re happy she is doing great. When she finally sits the national primary leaving exam, you get the shock of your life. She scored Fs and no high school is willing to accept her. Won’t you feel used and cheated by the school? Well, that’s exactly what some Christians experience in their churches. They attend

Life is short. Time on earth is limited for all of us. It takes wisdom to realize this and begin to live intentionally and make the most of every single moment. BUSY means Being Under Satan’s Yoke. Busyness is a silent trap and killer of dreams, relationships and careers but you can avoid and escape it. Too Busy To Be Grateful There is so much to be thankful for – sight, appetite, good sleep, health

In the pursuit of making money, married men and women have left behind their families in the villages or cities or left the country. Newlyweds of less than a month can start living apart as if the wedding was just another task on their to-do list to tick. One pastor told me it’s better for one spouse to be away and put food on the table than for both of them to be present looking

Leadership, on one hand, is adventurous and advantageous but on the hand, it can become a deserted and dangerous journey. Many times, followers have a limited understanding of the challenges leaders go through. A leader has to lead himself, lead his family and lead his organization. To succeed in these three aspects of leadership is not for the weak. In this article, I share 8 costly mistakes older leaders make that an upcoming leader should

Life is too short to live in sadness and hopelessness. Amazingly, unhappy people live in slums and palaces of all countries. It’s neither money and all it buys nor achievements and titles that bring happiness. Yet, anyone can learn to be happy despite their circumstances. It’s a choice and an attitude we all must learn if we’re to enjoy our short journey on earth. Let’s learn from little children. They enjoy life without a care

My heart grieves every time a life is destroyed, a future ruined or an opportunity lost due to lack of knowledge. Lawyers say “ignorance is no defence or excuse!” I believe this applies to general life too. To succeed and experience meaning, we have to balance the major aspects of life. All need attention. All have principles that govern them. Each of them has the potential to destroy a life when neglected. Skill means the

#1: Remember The Participants’ NAMES Use their names during and after the class. Someone’s name is the most beautiful sound they love to hear. #2: Encourage CONVERSATION Let participants speak about their personal experiences, stories, lessons and ideas. Dialogue ignites creativity to solve problems and sharpen each other. Also, remember to share lessons from your personal experiences as a facilitator. #3: Be A Great LISTENER Don’t be in a hurry to complete the class. As