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From Tony Osauzo, Benin
The 2024 Universal Week of prayers by Benin City Christian Community climaxed in Oba of Benin Palace, with Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolor, Ewuare II, CFR, Oba of Benin, declaring that better days are ahead.
At the event witnessed by members of the Royal family, Benin chiefs, palace functionaries and royal fans the Oba read from the Bible, Psalms 23 verse 1 which says “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want…”.
Bible reading is not unfamiliar with the monarch who practices African spirituality, symbolising that indeed faith can meet.
Delivering his goodwill message at the solemn Assembly, the monarch, who thanked his prayer partners and subjects for their relentless support since he ascended the throne of his forebears, said “God’s time is the best.
“We should not be afraid. All is well. Better days are ahead. May God almighty continually protect all of you”.
Earlier, the Chairman of Benin City Christian Community, Apostle Godspower Ogbonmwan, paid tribute to the Royal parsonage for his interest in religious activities and devotion to the 2024 annual prayers with the theme: “God is our refuge and strength”.
The Cleric who was supported by Reverend (Mrs) Sunday Osadolor, drew inspiration from Psalms 46 verses 1-11.
Apostle Ogbonmwan in his sermon delivered in Edo Language, lamented rising social vices in the world and advised the Children of God to keep the Commandants of God for them to enjoy His benefits not to be tormented by plagues.
The spiritual exercise, which was moderated by Reverend Dr. Olu Aibinuomo and Elder Agharese Idubor, also featured singing of hymns, praise and worship by the sonorous voices of Christ Apostolic Church of God choir.
