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.
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