Background Not long ago, a student told me, “I want to excel in my studies, but I also don’t want to lose my relationship with God. It feels like I can’t balance both.” His words struck me deeply because so many Christian students feel the same way. The pressure of assignments, exams, and the pursuit
Background I once met a young believer who really wanted to pray every day. He told me, “I love God, but I just can’t seem to pray consistently. I start strong, but after a few days I either forget or get too busy.” His words made me realise something very important: many people feel the
Background Some years ago, I sat down with a young man who was frustrated with himself. He told me, “I have so many dreams, but I can’t seem to concentrate on any of them. Each time I start, my phone buzzes, someone calls me, or I get distracted online. Before I know it, the day
Background There was a season when I felt a strange emptiness in my spiritual life. I still attended services, I still prayed, but something had shifted. My worship felt routine, my prayers felt flat, and the Bible pages looked like distant words. I felt ashamed and wondered if God had moved on. I later discovered
Background A few years ago, I met a woman called Ije. She loved to serve. She volunteered at church, organised community events, helped colleagues after hours, and always answered family calls — even at midnight. People admired her. She was the “reliable one,” the person you could call on anytime. But behind the admiration was
Background At a university mentorship session I led, a young student named Amar came to me with tears in his eyes. Despite putting in long hours of study, he kept failing key papers. He said, “I work hard but I don’t see results. Maybe I’m just not gifted.” His frustration is one many students face.
Background I once met a young graduate who had just started his first job. His salary was small, and by the time he paid rent, transport, and daily expenses, almost nothing remained. He confessed: “I know I should tithe and give, but honestly, I don’t see how I can afford it.” This is a struggle
Background I once spoke with an aspiring entrepreneur who had several business ideas. One day it was fashion, the next it was tech, and another time it was agriculture. He was overwhelmed because he didn’t know which idea—if any—was really from God. This is a common struggle. Many Christians desire to build businesses, but they
Background Everyone faces moments of discouragement. Maybe it’s a business that isn’t growing fast enough, a personal goal that feels out of reach, or a season of waiting that feels endless. In those moments, quitting often feels easier than pressing on. But sometimes, all you need is a word of encouragement—a reminder that persistence pays
Background I once met a young professional named Tolu who was determined to change his life. He wanted to wake up at 5 AM daily, go to the gym, read one book a week, and master a new skill in his free time. For the first two weeks, he was unstoppable. But by the third