From the leader's desk
Welcome to December, the last month of the year. Although it seems like yesterday when we celebrated the new year. I am very happy to congratulate you for making it to this time despite all the hindrances this year. You are victorious in Jesus name (amen).
By the grace given to me by God, I want to use this medium to express my profound gratitude to every member of Praise Family, Youth Ministries, and the entire church for your labourious toil in the master's vineyard this year.
You have laboured to steady the hands of leadership and to uphold the vision God gave to us at the beginning of the year- when the families came on-board.
It was very challenging at the beginning, but you laboured with us in prayer, finances, counsel, moral support, and above all you remained steadfast in your service to God;in your bid to maintain a growing relationship with God.
I therefore pray that God whom you have laboured in His vineyard, will not despise your labour of love.
He will bless you and wipe away your tears, straighten your hands for exploits as we journey ahead.
I wish you a merry Christmas,Remain blessed!!!
-Okechi-Gospel Okereke
Monday, December 20, 2010
READ N LEAD
By Emeka Anyaogu
One of the many reasons of publishing praise focus, is to improve our reading culture. But it is sad to note that some receive this leaflet and never bothered to read the content.
Obviously, we would rather see three seasonal movies than read a book.
A student once told me that 'reading was the hardest thing to do'.How ironical? Reading should be enjoyed as much as seeing a movie.
Benefits of reading.
✔ It gives confidence
✔ It increases the Intelligent Quotient
✔ It aids the human mind.
✔ It enhances creative abilities.
✔ It enables one to break new grounds and explore.
The benefits are endless. The saying that 'Readers are Leaders' can not be over emphasized.
Here are some tips on how to improve our reading culture.
Develop a curious mind
Increase your reading petite
Buy books and establish a personal library
Set reading goals and be zealous to attain them.
Practicing these tips will definitely make reading more enjoyable. Read vastly, no knowledge is a waste. You can fill leaflets like this for future references.
For more on Read and Lead, please visit our blog.
See you at the Top...
-Emeka Anyaogu
One of the many reasons of publishing praise focus, is to improve our reading culture. But it is sad to note that some receive this leaflet and never bothered to read the content.
Obviously, we would rather see three seasonal movies than read a book.
A student once told me that 'reading was the hardest thing to do'.How ironical? Reading should be enjoyed as much as seeing a movie.
Benefits of reading.
✔ It gives confidence
✔ It increases the Intelligent Quotient
✔ It aids the human mind.
✔ It enhances creative abilities.
✔ It enables one to break new grounds and explore.
The benefits are endless. The saying that 'Readers are Leaders' can not be over emphasized.
Here are some tips on how to improve our reading culture.
Develop a curious mind
Increase your reading petite
Buy books and establish a personal library
Set reading goals and be zealous to attain them.
Practicing these tips will definitely make reading more enjoyable. Read vastly, no knowledge is a waste. You can fill leaflets like this for future references.
For more on Read and Lead, please visit our blog.
See you at the Top...
-Emeka Anyaogu
THE CHALLENGES OF CHRISTIAN RELATIONSHIP
Reported by Favor Ezuma
It was an issue that has been swept under the carpet, bringing it up was sure a 'way forward'. The Praise Family plunged into the minds of the Youths, unravelling the challenges of Christian relationships.
The speaker, Bro. Sam Akighbe, talked about our relationship with God, and then with brethren.
It is an obvious fact that relationships among Christians, young and old is strained - with an aura of distance, which negates the real Christian relationship that existed in the Church described in the book of Acts.
He also spoke on retaining members in the Church via good relationships and healthy communication. Admonishing that we learn to show sincere brotherly love to one another.
Then, he let the floor open to the house. A Sister painfully narrated the ill reception she received on her first day in church and subsequent times. A brother, stated that 'he believes the issue of class is the backbone of this strained relationship in the church. Another lamented that 'some people are not just willing to be in talking terms with others. And yet another said ' he does not believe in the existence of 'class'. he asked,'how could one bridge the gap?'
Seeking solutions, the speaker responded that 'the culture to establish healthy relationship, is lacking in our midst'. Stating that if we remain in this state, the gap will grow wider.
The common saying,' common ground breeds common people', should encourage us to neglect the 'class' issue, because we are one family and common under God.
It was an issue that has been swept under the carpet, bringing it up was sure a 'way forward'. The Praise Family plunged into the minds of the Youths, unravelling the challenges of Christian relationships.
The speaker, Bro. Sam Akighbe, talked about our relationship with God, and then with brethren.
It is an obvious fact that relationships among Christians, young and old is strained - with an aura of distance, which negates the real Christian relationship that existed in the Church described in the book of Acts.
He also spoke on retaining members in the Church via good relationships and healthy communication. Admonishing that we learn to show sincere brotherly love to one another.
Then, he let the floor open to the house. A Sister painfully narrated the ill reception she received on her first day in church and subsequent times. A brother, stated that 'he believes the issue of class is the backbone of this strained relationship in the church. Another lamented that 'some people are not just willing to be in talking terms with others. And yet another said ' he does not believe in the existence of 'class'. he asked,'how could one bridge the gap?'
Seeking solutions, the speaker responded that 'the culture to establish healthy relationship, is lacking in our midst'. Stating that if we remain in this state, the gap will grow wider.
The common saying,' common ground breeds common people', should encourage us to neglect the 'class' issue, because we are one family and common under God.
Friday, December 3, 2010
Exploiting opportunity through potential discovery
By Angela O. Musa
We are indeed fortunete to be alive in the time when opportunies are vast.
The discovery of our God giving potentials will enable us to identify these opportunities.
WAYS TO DISCOVERY ARE POTENTIALS
Have a thought process of what you really want to be in life
Invest more time in the activities that give you a sense of meaning
Set goals for yourself and pursue them
Have burning desire to achieve your goal
Pray and ask God for a revelation of yourself (1 Cor. 2:12)
Believe in yourself
Never procrastinate
Confess positively (prov. 18:21)
Overcome fear
It’s pathetic to note that many die without discovery their potentials. It’s common saying that; ‘the greatest brain-banks are in the cemetery’. Discovery your potential today and be a plus to humanity.
We are indeed fortunete to be alive in the time when opportunies are vast.
The discovery of our God giving potentials will enable us to identify these opportunities.
WAYS TO DISCOVERY ARE POTENTIALS
Have a thought process of what you really want to be in life
Invest more time in the activities that give you a sense of meaning
Set goals for yourself and pursue them
Have burning desire to achieve your goal
Pray and ask God for a revelation of yourself (1 Cor. 2:12)
Believe in yourself
Never procrastinate
Confess positively (prov. 18:21)
Overcome fear
It’s pathetic to note that many die without discovery their potentials. It’s common saying that; ‘the greatest brain-banks are in the cemetery’. Discovery your potential today and be a plus to humanity.
Business Lunch Report
By Sam Akhigbe
Networking is the key tobusiness growth. –Daniel Mbato
It’s another eventful moment with the family on Sunday 28th November, when the cross section of the youth was hosted in a business lunch that lasted for 1:30 mins.
The quest s speaker Mr. Daniel Mbatu spoke extensively on principle of building a formidable business network. According to him, networking is the key to the growth and survival of any business, and the process begins by connecting people around you first, and as those ones connect with others the network begins to expand.
The audience listened with rapt attention as the speaker sighted the cases of Yemi and Demolar, His two friends who built their businesses from scratch to multimillion naira investment using the principle of business networking. He also stressed the importance of effective communication with client as a strategy for building a successful business, noting the principles will work for anyone if correctly applied
The program formally came to an end after the question and answer session which was followed immediately with sumptuous refreshment. During this period, participants were having a good time exchanging contacts and business cards. This secession again lingered on until past 6 o’clock as many were seen in groups discussing business interest with excitement on their faces.
The program was fun and excitement all the way, and we look forward to having another of its kind soon.
Networking is the key tobusiness growth. –Daniel Mbato
It’s another eventful moment with the family on Sunday 28th November, when the cross section of the youth was hosted in a business lunch that lasted for 1:30 mins.
The quest s speaker Mr. Daniel Mbatu spoke extensively on principle of building a formidable business network. According to him, networking is the key to the growth and survival of any business, and the process begins by connecting people around you first, and as those ones connect with others the network begins to expand.
The audience listened with rapt attention as the speaker sighted the cases of Yemi and Demolar, His two friends who built their businesses from scratch to multimillion naira investment using the principle of business networking. He also stressed the importance of effective communication with client as a strategy for building a successful business, noting the principles will work for anyone if correctly applied
The program formally came to an end after the question and answer session which was followed immediately with sumptuous refreshment. During this period, participants were having a good time exchanging contacts and business cards. This secession again lingered on until past 6 o’clock as many were seen in groups discussing business interest with excitement on their faces.
The program was fun and excitement all the way, and we look forward to having another of its kind soon.
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