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#InPursuitoftheOne
is a must read for EVERYONE! The subject and relevance to our lives is too important to joke with.
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A lot can happen in a year!
Dec 18, 2021 - Got engaged
Mar 3, 2022 - Got married
Dec 23, 2022 - Had our baby girl
I pray for anyone experiencing delay of any kind that God will compensate you.
He will compress time for your sake.
The delay is over.
Your answer has come.
When my wife was in labor, I knew I was supposed to be praying, but seeing her in so much pain and trying to encourage her, I couldn’t even pray. All I could do was sing along a playlist I had created.
That was when “Jesus praying for Peter” came alive to me.
You like ch🍑bby humans but the person you’re with is skinny.
You can’t tell me you didn’t see that before asking her out.
So don’t keep reminding her everyday, how you like plenty flesh and she don’t have.
End the relationship and go find your chubby partner.
I feel led to speak this over somebody.
God will work it out
God will work it out
One thing I know
One thing I've found
God will work it out,
Oh, yes, He will
Oh, things are coming together. 🎶
Amen!
Wow! I just drove my car home. I still can’t believe it.
I want to thank everyone who carried this matter on their head, the ones I know and the ones I don’t know, to
@pst_iren
& my Celebration church family. I’m grateful to God for you
Sincerely, I didn’t think this had to be said….
Leave people’s wives, husbands, boyfriends, girlfriends alone!
For God sake, you saw ring on her finger, she told you she’s married or dating but you took it as a challenge have an affair, are you not the devil?
I still couldn’t believe that my stupid heart tried to let you go.
I knew I married right, but everyday you keep showing me that I’ve barely scratched the surface.
I’ve won in this life married to you.
Love you today and forever
@oyinoludapo
.
Don’t marry for anything money can get you. Don’t marry for anything you can hire someone to provide; cook, cleaner, stylist, life/finance coach...
Marry for what money can’t get you; friendship, companionship, support, faith in you, support system...
If you are dating a partner who has no or shaky boundaries to maintain sexual purity as you, mark my words, you will break yours.
One partner can’t be strong for both parties.
Two people are better off than one, for if one falls, his partner can lift him up.
I know you can pray, but please have people who can pray for you because moments will come when you won’t be able to pray.
I had so much peace despite the circumstance because I knew my friends were praying.
Please, be a part of a praying community, you will need it one day.
I wonder how people spend so much time with someone of the opposite sex, get involved in each other’s personal lives and affairs, invest time, effort and resources and expect not to catch/develop feelings.
Still baffles me.
It is still funny to think that it is exactly 7 months today we started dating officially and in another 14 days, you’ll be my wife.
Everyone keeps saying that you’re lucky to have me, but what they don’t know is that I am the lucky one. I love you
@Oyindaa__
I almost missed on my baby by judging her by her then 4-posts IG page after she slid into my DM, just to have my first conversation some days after and I was blown away 🤯!
Then met in person for the first time and I was “thank you Jesus I didn’t snooze on this babe”.
Many people ask me how I knew Lady O was the one. Without thinking twice, it was because she understood the peculiarities of my assignment unlike very few ladies I’ve met.
Here’s an excerpt from my book where I spoke on it👇
Dear couples,
Make your communication fun, not a chore.
It will be more difficult for your partner to pick your call or respond to a message when they know that it is a complain as usual or nag about something they aren’t doing well.
Unpopular Opinion - Let your friends and family date your ex.🧵
A friend approached me to ask for my blessings. He wanted to date someone I once dated but ended the relationship amicably.
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost!
Stop demonizing your ex because the relationship ended.
A lot of times, the person is not bad, the two of you just don’t fit.
To a round peg, a square peg is a bad match but a perfect fit for a round hole.
Dear Christians, Please make money!
God has always had the agenda of prospering his people to empower them to do the work of the kingdom- spread the gospel.
It is the love and idolization of money that is the root of evil not money itself.
I just thought to remind someone.
The worst are the people that make it look like they are stressing/inconveniencing themselves to maintain communication with you.
“Mehn! You can’t believe the kinda day I had. I am even supposed to be having my first meal of the day now (at 10:45pm) but I said I must text you.”
Lmaoooooooooo you people can be so dishonest.
God forbid.
Everybody wants to act like they’re the only one with a life, be irresponsible in relationships, treat people like shit and it should be ok because “you must understand.”
“I have a long day but I miss you.”
Takes 1min
If yesterday has taught me anything, it has shown me how powerful and effective we believers are when we unite. It has proven that we can literally decide to do anything.
We Christians are not the minority! We are just divided.
Devotion Advice for Busy Believers
1. Don’t wait till you can block out 1 hour at a stretch for your devotion.
Do this instead;
- Get 5/10minutes 4 times in your day (everyday).
- set alarms to remind you.
- make every second of the 5/10minutes count. Focus, don’t multitask.
I know this might get me backlashed but I’ll say it anyways.
You say you want a godly man, but all your IG posts are giving club girl vibe. Yet, you’re wondering why the only guys in your DM are those that want you just for your body.
“The man and his wife were both naked, but they felt no shame” is my foremost marriage motto.
It’s simple. Don’t marry someone you can’t be “naked- financially, emotionally, …” with.
If you have to hide your true self or any vital thing from your partner, it’s a problem.
Dear believer, stop acting like you are immune to temptations & sin, because you’re not.
Most people who end up falling didn’t set out to fall. They probably thought they could never fall.
David, Samson, even Peter fell, don’t think you’re strong on your own sheer willpower.
Teach people how you want to be loved or treated.
Every time a wrong done against you goes unaddressed, you’re indirectly telling people that it’s not a big deal.
Don’t blame them if they keep doing it.
Don’t ignore the importance/place of common sense in choosing a life partner.
Yes, divine direction is important, but there is no need praying about a prospect whose faith, values and path in life don’t align with yours.
Choosing not to vocalize every thought that crosses your mind is not a limitation on your freedom of speech; rather, it reflects wisdom.
Wisdom is not measured by having something to say about everything, but by knowing when to speak and when to maintain silence.
Dear Christians, do great work.
'I am a Christian' should not be your excuse for putting out shabby work. It should even be the motivating factor to do excellent work, as per, ‘God dey create’.
The balance is, don’t wait till you’re perfect, do the best you can now as you grow.
When you’re listing out the things you want in a partner, make sure you’re with someone who understands the uniqueness of your purpose or career.
Prioritize the person that will help you fulfill God’s calling for your life better over someone who makes you look good.
One of the most dangerous things about sin is its long incubation time.
Sin can lie dormant, gradually growing, almost unrecognized in the background.
Harmless jealousy, harmless flirting…
Kill sin when it’s still a foetus, otherwise it will grow into a monster and kill you.
It is not every suggestion from your partner to work on your body or looks that is an attempt at changing who you are.
Some people really need to do better.
- You’re overweight & you’re saying “love me as I am”.
- You’re unkempt, dress bad & you’re saying “love me as I am”.
When married people say “marry well, don’t rush into marriage”. Many singles scoff at them and reply, “it is easy to say because you’re married, let us marry first”.
You have no idea how many married folks wish they are single, that they were more intentional about choosing.
ON MY LAST POST;
You lose a bit of yourself being a Pastor. Every personal opinion or even “cruise” tweet is seen as a doctrinal position or a representation of what my Church stands for. I’m learning to be more conscious of this sad reality.
Holding on to a relationship you know needs to end just because you don't think you have the energy to start looking for another partner all over again will forever be the wrong reason to hold on.
Better nobody than the wrong somebody.
Last two standing Cover Designs for my book; In Pursuit of the One.
Which one is your favorite?
Leave 😍 for Left
Leave 🤩 for Right
I will love to read your thoughts and reactions.
In 2021, the devil will be tired of believers, he will literally go “this people again 😭” every minute because what? We are running him out of town. There will be no room left for him to operate 🤣
This year, I am sold out to God’s cause.
This guy met my wife, she told him she’s married, he saw her ring, acknowledged that he knows me.
But still walked up to her, just after I stood up and asked if she had eaten, that he can go buy her food🫠
Please, respect people’s relationships.
Respect yourselves too.
Life Partner & Ministry Partner
@oyinoludapo
🙌🏾🥰
Join Lady O and I, Every Sunday at
@cci_abeokuta
.
Venue: 55 lounge, pizza and pastries, Omida road,Oke Ilewo, Abeokuta
Time: 9am
Me: Are you saved?
Man A: I don't drink, I don't smoke, I don't sleep around.
Jesus: Except any one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.
Paul: For by grace we are saved, through faith... It is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one can boast.
“
@tolulopeoludapo
is one of my favourite people to listen to on the subject of love” -
@pst_iren
Coming from someone with an uncommonly exceptional knowledge on this subject, the book
#InPursuitOfTheOne
is not just another addition to the shelf, it is a well of wisdom.
A
@pst_iren
content (sermon, Tweet, podcast…) daily will make you wise.
Wise in life, wise in godliness, wise in purpose, wise in relationships.
Try it.
“We are entering a generation where we stop talking about God theoretically. God is raising a generation of people who know Him and can show Him.
You show Him to your world, not just doctrinally, with power, with influence.” -
@pst_iren
🔥🙌
5 more sessions to go.
Don’t miss it.
OCCUPY 2024 is not for lazy people.
If we want to see Joshua's level of exploit, we must be willing to match Joshua's dedication and work ethic.
There is no place at the table for lazy people. If you had one, it would only result in losing your seat.
Apostle Emmanuel Iren, a true blessing of many generations.
Your heart for God, your sacrifices, bravery, wisdom and love is setting a lasting legacy that generations after us will praise God for.
Thank you sir
@pst_iren
Your life and commitment to God’s assignment speaks!!!
Today, I read my Bible and I pray.
I am kind.
I am an extension of God’s love to others.
I am salt and light.
I am not lazy. I give my best to all my hand finds to do.
I maintain positive energy and cheerful spirit.
Have you ever made a mistake that left you feeling ashamed? I have.
The first time I exchanged dollars to Naira, I fell victim to a scam and lost over half my money.
It was a tough lesson, but it taught me to be vigilant and not let it happen again.
People who know me very well know that I am the simplest, easy going, introvert you’ll ever meet. I hate drama, I hate noise, I hate attention even though I love success and I hate to fail.
Having feelings for someone, no matter how strong that feeling is, will never be enough reason to start a relationship.
What does his character say? He was asking you out while he was with your friend, what does that say about him?
Why do you think he won’t do it to you also?
A thread of
@cci_abeokuta
family picture 🥰🥳💃🏾.
See our new siblings 🤩
#1B10K
; a city at a time.
Thank you Apostle Daddy
@pst_iren
❤️
See anyone you know? Please mention them.
While brushing my teeth today, I realized I used a little less toothpaste than I normally do. And I also pressed the paste carefully from the bottom—These are my wife’s traits, not mine.
Here is a short thread on why you should be mindful of what kind of “opposite” you attract.
“Pray About It” is a far more powerful advice than people realize.
I can trace a huge miracle I got in 2021 to a day I held hands with 2 friends of mine far back in 2010 and prayed about an issue that greatly bothered me then.
That issue, PRAY ABOUT IT.
I pray for you, that the light and the wisdom of God exposes every deceit and deception in your life.
You recognize;
Every time waster posing as a boo or bae.
Every sinkhole posing as an opportunity.
Every enemy posing as a friend.
Every butcher posing as a shepherd.
Amen.
Put your hand on your chest and say;
"I deserve to be loved.
I deserve to be cherished.
I deserve to be treated well.
I deserve to be someone's centre of attention.
I don't deserve to be tolerated or managed, I deserve love".
Now, say that over and over till you believe it.
Your biggest security as a married or dating person is in your partner.
The moment you start keeping secrets from them, you start setting yourself up to cheat and do other things that leads to heartbreak.
I was wondering why my wife and I are playing the same songs in succession from different rooms preparing for service till it dawned on me that it’s the same playlist.
#Goals
🥰
I am not a big novel reader, but these 4 books were such a gripping read and I want to read more.
Can you recommend your top 3 novels of all times, probably similar to any of these 4.
God wants a relationship with you, not with your needs -
@pst_iren
This!!!
If you remove the time you go to God because you need a healing, provision, direction or His intervention about something, what will be left your relationship with God?
“You used to______, how dare you preach to me against it? Hypocrite.”
That you have been guilty of a sin/vice does not mean that you can’t advocate against it now.
If Paul could preach the gospel after he had previously persecuted believers, then you can.
One of the biggest blessings in my wife is how she is genuinely my number one fan. Gosh!😩
She’s always the first to share all my posts, not because she has to but cos she likes them.
Her support and excitement about my wins make my cry sometimes.
I love you my
@oyinoludapo
This is the day the LORD has made; I will rejoice and be glad in it!
It is a day of favour!
It is a day of blessings!
It is a day of restoration!
It is a day of promotion!
I am grateful to God to have
@pst_iren
as my pastor and Bible teacher.
Talk of a balance, complete and thorough spiritual diet!
Sincerely, I have never had the need to look elsewhere for all I need for my progress and joy in the faith and training for service.
Thank you Pastey
Here is a free advice; Stop judging potential partners before meeting them. Or just by their Instagram page or what a friend said...
- People are more than their looks.
- People are actually finer (in & out) in real life.
Don’t turn people down till they give you a reason to.
I have a very big God
He is always by my side
A very big God
By my side
By my side
I have a very big God
He is always on my side
A very big God
On my side
On my side
By my left, by my right
To my front, and my back
Inside me, around me.
Thank you
@pst_iren
This is for me and for the many others that your unrelenting commitment and hard work has made better.
Nothing will be sufficient to show our gratitude.
Good news! Good news!
Our Apostle
@pst_iren
will be in Port-Harcourt on the 1st of May, 2024 for what is going to be a very special service, a fulfilment of prophecy, and an encounter of a lifetime.
So mark your calendars, and tell everyone you know!
Apostle Iren is coming!🕺
Stop being so fearful of making the wrong choice, your father in heaven cares about you too much to watch you walk into the pit and do nothing. He will set the bush on fire to get your attention if he needs to. He is a master communicator.
Cheer up and trust His ability to lead.
I beg you, PLEASE don’t date/marry “what” you don’t like.
I know that physical spec shouldn’t be your primary reason to choose cause truly, looks change and it matters little in marriage, BUT PLEASE, don’t marry what you don’t like. Stay single till you’re sure of what you like.
Seeing that many people suffer in silence, unable ask for help and some don’t even know they need help.
Tell me something you consider a “silent cry for help”.
I’ll start;
- When someone withdraws from a healthy community.