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WHY I MAJOR IN LOVE By Nicholas Uanikhoba Love is the ultimate worship of God. I came to understand this truth in a very spectacular way as far back as May 1997. This is the first time I am sharing it publicly. Until now, I had only shared it with two others. You see, by 1997, I was in a desperate situation. Three years earlier, I had earned my Master’s degree in Biochemistry, but I still had nothing to show for it. No regular job. No stable footing. I was squatting with a friend of my elder brother in Lagos, Nigeria. There were moments when it seemed like a breakthrough was near. Right after graduating in 1994, I interviewed for the position of Assistant Lecturer. I even knew I had scored excellently. But then, the University suddenly placed an embargo on employment. I also applied for the Commonwealth Scholarship to pursue my PhD in Canada. After making it to the final interview in Abuja in 1995, I thought my dreams were about to take flight. But that was the year Nigeria was su...

"And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us.  God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him."  — 1 John 4:16 (KJV) Love is not just an emotion. It’s not a fleeting feeling or a poetic ideal. According to Scripture, love is a Person — and that Person is God Himself . When we talk about how love truly works , we are talking about how God operates inside us and through us . Understanding this transforms everything: our fears, our trust, our obedience, and ultimately, how we live. Let's explore how love works according to the powerful insights in 1 John. 1. Love Begins with God Dwelling in Us "God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him."  — 1 John 4:16 When we receive Christ, we receive God’s very nature into our hearts. God doesn't just instruct us from the outside — He lives in us and becomes the Source of our ability to love. Love works because God Himself is working...

  Why a Cry for Mercy Is Not Enough Understanding the Partnership Between God’s Mercy and Your Faith By Nick A. Uanikhoba God meets all our needs through His system of mercy —but that mercy is not automatically activated by emotion or desperation alone. There is a divine principle often missed: Mercy flows most powerfully where faith is present. Without faith in God's ability, even the most desperate cry can remain unanswered. Mercy Must Be Matched by Ability The Spirit of God once gave me this illuminating illustration: “You are naturally compassionate. That means you are merciful. But if someone desperately needed a Jet, could you buy one for him?” “No,” I replied. “Then you see? Mercy alone isn’t enough if you lack the power to help. You may desire to help—but without the means, your mercy won’t manifest in action.” This simple dialogue carried profound revelation: Compassion without power cannot produce intervention. Mercy must be paired with ability to be effective. And...

  “But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”  —Romans 5:8 (NKJV) When Do We Say “I Love You”? Human beings often don’t know the weight of those three words— “I love you.” We toss them around casually, and often, emotionally. You see a beautiful woman, and stirred by attraction, you say, “I love you.” Someone gives you a generous gift, and in a wave of gratitude, you exclaim, “I love you!” But is that really love? Or are we mistaking intense feelings for enduring commitment? The truth is, much of what we call love is reactionary —tied to how someone looks, what they do for us, or how they make us feel. And when those circumstances change, that “love” tends to wither. But there is a love that does not fluctuate with emotions. A love that is not dependent on the moment. A love that is not spoken out of convenience or pleasure. God’s Love Speaks in Pain, Not Pleasure In contrast to our emotional expressions, God told...

  Introduction We live in a world of changing hearts and fading promises. Yet one kind of love remains completely trustworthy: the love of God . This post invites you to consider why God’s love is the only place safe enough to anchor your faith and future. The Unfailing Love: Why Only God's Love is Truly Safe “If I tell you that I love you, I am probably just speaking for the moment.” These words may sound sobering, but they reflect a deep truth about human nature. We often mean well when we say "I love you." In that moment, our hearts may be full of the feeling of affection, admiration, or even passion. But what happens when the tides shift? When emotions fade, when misunderstandings arise, or when hardship enters the picture—will that love remain? Will it stand the tide of adverse circumstances? The Flaw in Human Love Human love, by itself, is often circumstantial. It can be influenced by moods, seasons, expectations, and even exhaustion. That’s why many relationshi...

A Case Study of the Disciple Whom Jesus Loved “Then she runneth, and cometh to Simon Peter, and to the other disciple, whom Jesus loved…” — John 20:2 (NKJV) Apostle John, who wrote this verse, repeatedly referred to himself as: “The disciple whom Jesus loved.” At first glance, it might seem like a personal boast. But in truth, it was a faith-filled identity rooted in revelation . John wasn’t saying that Jesus loved him more than the others—he was saying, “I believe and receive that love.” He didn’t define himself by his works, status, or achievements, but by one unshakable truth: Jesus loves me. And this revelation produced astonishing benefits —benefits that are available to anyone who chooses to live from the identity of “the one whom Jesus loved.” 1. Deeper Intimacy with Christ “Now there was leaning on Jesus’ bosom one of His disciples, whom Jesus loved.” — John 13:23 At the Last Supper, John reclined close to Jesus’ heart. That closeness was no accident—it was the fru...

  Reclaiming Our God-Given Dominion By Nicholas Uanikhoba 🔔 A Kingdom Reminder As children of God, we carry divine authority in Christ. This authority is not earned but delegated by Jesus and rooted in our identity as citizens of heaven . “Then He called His twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all demons, and to cure diseases. He sent them to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick.” — Luke 9:1–2 The seventy He later sent came back rejoicing: “Lord, even the demons are subject to us in Your name!” — Luke 10:17 Jesus reminded them that their true joy should be in their eternal identity, not just in visible manifestations of power: “Rejoice because your names are written in heaven.” — Luke 10:20 👣 The Fall of Satan – A Vagabond Spirit “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven.” — Luke 10:18 Satan was cast out of heaven and now roams the earth as a vagabond spirit (see Job 1:7 , 1 Peter 5:8 , Revelation 12:9 ). When Adam was create...

Unlocking the Overflow of the Father’s Heart "If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!" — Matthew 7:11 (NKJV) There are few verses in Scripture more revealing of God’s heart than this one. In just a few words, Jesus turns our understanding of prayer upside down—not by emphasizing our performance, but by spotlighting the overwhelming generosity of the Father . This verse is not just an invitation to pray—it’s a wake-up call to stop living beneath our inheritance . It confronts us with a simple but life-changing truth: There are good things God has already prepared for His children that only those who ask will ever receive. 1. A Father Who Loves to Give Jesus begins with a comparison every listener could understand: earthly parents and their children . Even flawed, sinful humans know how to give good gifts to their kids. We save, sacrifice, and somet...

"And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil..." (Matthew 6:13a) Prayer is one of the most underutilized yet most powerful gifts given to a Kingdom citizen. It is not just a spiritual practice—it is a kingdom key that authorizes God’s intervention in the affairs of man. Contrary to what some may think, God does not typically interfere in human matters; He intervenes . The difference is critical and deeply biblical. 1. God Does Not Interfere. He Intervenes. From the beginning, God gave man dominion over the earth (Genesis 1:26). This act of divine delegation means God respects human jurisdiction. He doesn’t bulldoze His way into our decisions, crises, or environments. Instead, He waits for a legal invitation into our affairs. That invitation is called prayer . "The heavens are the LORD's heavens, but the earth He has given to the children of man." (Psalm 115:16) In other words, God intervenes when we ask . This principle is seen throughout Scriptu...

“And for their sakes I sanctify myself, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.”  — John 17:19 (KJV) In this powerful moment of prayer, Jesus reveals the secret to true spiritual influence: "I sanctify myself for their sakes." This is leadership redefined — not as dominion or display, but as consecration for the sake of others. Jesus didn’t just live a holy life; He lived it intentionally for the benefit of those He was leading . This is sanctified leadership — a path marked by personal sacrifice, divine power, and generational impact. What Is Sanctified Leadership? Sanctified leadership is leadership that is set apart for God’s purpose — not for applause or personal benefit, but to raise others in truth. It is leadership that takes root in surrender and bears fruit in others’ transformation. Jesus’ decision to sanctify Himself was a leadership move. He wasn’t preparing for isolation; He was preparing to impart. True leadership sets the standard by se...

Faith in the Blood is God’s Antidote to the Destroyer and his Weapon “No weapon that is formed against you shall prosper… This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of Me, says the LORD.” — Isaiah 54:17 🔥 The Destroyer Exists—But So Does the Blood God doesn’t deny the existence of weapons or the destroyer. In fact, Isaiah 54:16 says: “I have created the destroyer to destroy.” There’s no mystery— destruction is real , and spiritual warfare is active. But what follows is a divine promise that flips the narrative: “No weapon formed against you shall prosper.” Why? Because those who belong to the Lord are marked by His righteousness through faith in  His blood . 🩸 The Blood is the Boundary the Destroyer Cannot Cross In Exodus 12 , the destroyer was unleashed on Egypt, but God gave His people a divine countermeasure: “The blood shall be to you for a token… and when I see the blood, I will pass over you, and the plague shall not be u...

  “He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross.” — Philippians 2:8 (NIV) To be humble doesn't mean thinking less of yourself—it means loving others by thinking of yourself less. It begins with knowing your worth. In fact, both humility and pride begin with a sense of identity—but they go in completely different directions. • Pride says, “I know my worth, and I’ll use it to lift myself higher.” • Humility says, “I know my worth, but I’ll lay it down to obey God.” Jesus is the Perfect Example of Humility Jesus knew exactly who He was. He said: • “I and the Father are one.” (John 10:30) • “I came down from heaven…” (John 6:38) • “I am the Son of God.” (John 10:36) Yet He chose the path of obedience—even when that path led to the Cross. He didn’t go to the Cross confused about His identity. He went there fully aware of it. That’s true humility. Humility Is Obedience That Costs When Jesus washed His disciples’ feet in John 13, Scripture tells us H...