#Issue 31 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

😘#My_Visible_Wings ISSUE 30
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#noworry

#ISSUE 30 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

😘#My_Visible_Wings ISSUE 30
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Models: Ajayi Angel-Simon @AngelSimon7
Nora Dozye @norizl
Ezeokafor Abuchi @abuchi_handle
Chidinma Blessing.
#NoToViolenceInFamilies Part 2

Domestic abuse (violence) is a behavior we see in most environments in our society. We hear about this Odd happening in homes, schools, social and religious gathering. Children witness it, the neighbours witness it. The witnesses and the victims are always affected negatively by domestic violence. It affects self esteem, one’s value, physical appearance and emotional stability. Domestic Violence is a pattern of behavior which involves violence or other abuse by one person against another in a domestic setting, such as in marriage.
Most times we are aware of only the male predators but there are cases where the females themselves partake in violating others. Predators have the sense of power over another. They exert their will. They get some sort of fulfillment from torturing and causing pain to another person. Bullying is a very common form of abuse too. NO form of abuse is minor to the other. They are all detestable and very heart-wrenching.
“Better to live on a corner of the roof than share a house with a quarrelsome wife” (Proverbs 21:9. NIV)
“WOMEN don’t HEAT UP MEN; OVENS DO”. Is your husband a jobless, irresponsible and extremely calm man? Is that a reason to teach him a  lesson or two from time to time? Does he deserve all the naggings and punishments you give to him? Does torturing him make you a better person? Is there peace and joy in your home  as a result of your attitude? If the answer to these questions is no, then why don’t you have a change of heart from today? From the picture of the week, you  can see the effect of shock and disappointment on the face of the woman-in-blue. The “Why?” expression on the man’s face. The bible admonishes women to be women of virtue so “Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value” (Proverbs 31:11. NIV). What about you young woman, do you think it is okay to hit that boy because you have a bigger stature than he has? Do you believe you should exert #WomenEquality by taking things forcefully from others?
Oftentimes, children and spouses have nowhere to turn or don't know where to turn. 90% of abusers have been seen to have been abused somewhere during their life-time, so how does the trend stop. How do someone put a stop to this menace in the society. Should partners keep abusing partners or their children. And these children keep abusing their own children and this becomes an endless cycle. NO! NO!! NO!!
Jesus is the HELP. Jesus is the person to focus on. HE will send the HOLYSPIRIT to minister to your spirit on how to control that temper, how to respect and value your man and how to be a woman of noble character. Communicating with him daily will remind you of how you are expected to behave to get praises from your husband. If you have a change of heart today and invite him into your life. He will come in and heal all those scars from the past, you can gradually be a changed person that will be adored by those around you.

OYINKANSOLA ADEITE
Coordinator for the week
#Issue 30 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS
November 2015

#ISSUE 29 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

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Models: Ajayi Angel-Simon @AngelSimon7
Nora Dozye @norizl
Ezeokafor Abuchi,
Chidinma Blessing.
#NoToViolenceInFamilies

#Issue 28 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

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Models: Ajayi Angel-Simon @AngelSimon7
Olugbogi Odunayo Jeremiah
@hordun11

#WithGod
The game of chess is a game that entails focus and a goal. In chess, one's goal is to checkmate, that is, to capture your opponents king. Once the opponent's king has been captured, the game is won. It is a battlefield with two contrasting sides fighting to protect their king. Now, applying it to life, there has always been a battle between good and evil, and we are fighting that battle as well.
So, which side are you on, the winning side or the losing side?
One question one might have in mind now would be, how do I know the winning side and keep away from the losing side? We all have read the bible or at least come across the word of God in one form or another  at some point in our lives and the things asked of us are things that if we keep away from, we will be successful if we obey all the laws set in place by those in authority. For example, "do not steal. " This is a commandment set not only in the bible but governs every respectable home and country. Failure to abide by this rule always comes with repercussions. In a home, be it Christian, Muslim, Buddhists,  Atheists, or whatsoever, if a child is caught stealing, a punishment is always meted on that child. Also, in the society if a person is caught committing this offence, jail term may not be far fetched.
So, why do we think that obeying the commandments of God is bothersome or 'burdensome'? It shouldn't be so, because in the long run, it doesn't  just draw us closer to him but makes us better people in our society. Why don't you give it a trial period then see, give yourself a month, following all the commandments God has given and check and see if you don't have a much productive month than you have ever had in your life. Just set a  trial, don't lie, don't steal, don't be envious, love your neighbor, don't be covetous, show love. Follow these rules and let's see if your life isn't a better one compared to when you started. This may also apply to those who do not believe Christianity is the way.
Now, to those who believe that Christianity is the way, you are on the winning side already. But remember the battle isn't over till it's over. You need to have God on your side always, Romans 8:31 says,  "what then shall we say to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? Who can be our foe if God be by our side? " well the answer to that is the devil. The devil is your foe. The devil is against you. The devil is your opponent. But fear not, the Lord is your king and you are his knight. We cannot allow the devil to win this game. Remember the goal is to get the king. Once you get the king, the kingdom will fall: and to get the king we need to empty his camp. There is no king or kingdom without its people. Get the pawns and knights to your side and the battle is won.
But before you move into battle, you need to know your role in the game. Are you a pawn or a knight? I'm sorry, but this question, I cannot answer. That is for you to figure out. But do not let yourself be won over by the other side, because just as you are trying to win them over, they are trying to win you over just as well. All that glitters isn't gold, and the best things are always hidden. Good luck in your battle.

Iruoma Valerie
Coordinator for the week
Visible Wingers Publicity Team
#Issue 28

#ISSUE 27 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS PICTORIAL QUOTE

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#HisGreatLove
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Adedayo Adeola @Cyrusofsafehouse

#HisGreatLove
Know that your ink could be your good character towards mankind. Whatever your ink is, keep refilling it and keep using it to paint our Saviour in the right image before all men. God bless you.

#Issue 26 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

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#GetDrunk
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Bolujoko Tobbie David @bolujoko_tobi

#GetDrunk
There are a longing to be filled with something external, it's better to be filled with the Holy Spirit. It takes one to the peak of experience, both pure and supernatural.

#ISSUE 25 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

#Issue 25 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS 

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Models: @mc_presh  @AngelSimon7 and @martinsblessin8 

#TellSomeoneAboutJesus 

Like seriously, we need to use everything positive at our disposal to preach the gospel. It's not a choice, it's a command. Perhaps you're not speaking about the light because you're not sure if you've left darkness too... #TellSomeoneAboutJesus 

#ISSUE 24 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

#Issue 24 of #My_Visible_Wings

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Model: Ajayi Angel-Simon @AngelSimon7

#TrustGod

Download "Extraordinary God" by Lanre

Olanrewaju Dada fondly called "King of Keys and Lord of Chords" is one extraordinary Gospel music minister,  a music director, and powerful song writer raised in the city of Lagos.

'Extraordinary God' is a spiritual song birthed in understanding of the realities of the New Creation.

This song simply expresses 1 corinthians 6:17. Featuring on this track is the 'Eze Mo' crooner, Jos City's finest music minister, Maggie Okoh.

Produced By Drumma Boi.

Listen And Be Blessed!

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Download Grace by Angel Simon

Angel-Simon is a creative entrepreneur and a seasoned Spoken Word icon with an enviable passion for Christ. He graduated as the Best Overall Student from the Department of English, University of Lagos in 2014. He is a published poet in several magazines, dailies, journals and online platforms locally and internationally.

In November 2013, with an outstanding delivery of his Spoken Word titled 'Before I Was Transformed', he won the Creative Writing Category at the All Good Gifts Competition of Art organized by the RCCG Olive Tree Parish, Banana Island, Lagos, Nigeria. He also led Team Love (RCCG Tower of Power Youths) comprising of other forms of art (music, drama, dance, fine art, and recitation) to collectively emerge as the overall winning team at the same competition. 

With such motivation, he was spurred to explore more of himself. He initiated a genre of Spoken Word he called #Sporuses (the eclipse of spoken word and choruses), well received, appreciated and enjoyed by his global listeners. 

He is also an adventurous poet who is currently on a global tour themed #Project100Podium, having visited several states in Nigeria where he ministered in various conventions, conferences and concerts, and gracefully shared stages with several icons of the gospel of truth. More on www.facebook.com/lytoflyfpoetrymovement  

Also in his creative portfolio is the globally acknowledged gospel pictorial quote, #My_Visible_Wings, which is published weekly across social media platforms such as Blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Whatsapp and BBM. 

His favourite quote is "In every generation, race, colour and creed, if JESUS can be PRAISED, great men and women can be RAISED, and every evil work can be ERASED." 

You may like to invite Angel-Simon for Spoken Word to your programmes such as concerts, conventions and conferences, please call +2348161351575 or by e-mail via angelajayipoet@gmail.com

'Grace' is his first recorded poem. Download here, and be kind to leave a feedback. Thank you.

#Issue 23 of #My_Visible_Wings

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Cast: @Angelsimon7 & @jide_greenlifephotography

#PictureYourFuture #IAmAChristian

Download 'From My Heart' by Igwe Ja'maika

Igwe God`swill Chuckwudum is a song writer, music director and minister: based in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. His love for God and the music ministry through the years has caused tremendous impact across his various spheres of influence. Like the pen of a ready writer, he solemnly recites the composition of his heart to the King, in his new song - "From My Heart (Sogibuchi)".

Igwe alludes to the fact that our hearts are bare before God and we are to come before Him with such openness of heart and mind as required to receive the help we need in our time of need.

You'd sure be blessed to listen with your heart and glean from these melodious words from his heart - Sogibuchi!

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A U-TURN TO THE FLAG

A U-TURN TO THE FLAG

Arise and come Patriots!

If nakedness promises you cloth, ask what is its name.

This is not time to open our white teeth and grin on the emptiness of the promissory that our flag painted green white green is for prosperity and peace. How do we account for mass poverty and violence tearing us into pieces? This flag hoist in high places is moist with the tears of the masses.

Let’s take a closer look at the flag and the massive flag-bearers. Don’t look at the flag-bearers through the peaceful and prosperous utopia of the colourful flag; but look at the flag through the dystopian reality of the colourless flag-bearers who are drenched in the deluge of misery.

If poverty promises you riches, ask what is its name.

We were once painted in borrowed pint of paint; and crest with crest from the West before we resigned from the act and designed our green white green flag intact; in fact, we ensign promising symbols of peace and prosperity on our ensign to celebrate our republican pact.

Since we received colonial favour of kingdom freedom through our nationalist labour to paint our identity with such fruitful a flavour of colour to colour our valour of economic virility and fertility, why don’t we savour its fruitful splendor but watch it fade to pallor to pall us into the banal of barrenness and fall to unnatural sterility?

One will think the message on our heraldry will herald abundance but after over FIVE decades, we are still running neo-colonial errands around and our dancing instinct is bound to poverty’s band.

If shame promises you dignity, ask what is its name.

Take a look at the national flag: what do you see?

Its defiled purity? Its abused peace? Its leprous whiteness? Its yellowish greenness?

Take a look at its greenness! Its fading glory, its palling paleness and its withering yellow-yellow yielding. A nation once envied by others is now jealous of them. When ex-giant turns ant, ex-ant may fill up the gigantic vacuum. What gardener is he who waters only an infinitesimal fraction of the garden and abandons a great remnant to wither?  

Take a look at its whiteness! It is blood-stained by the fiery dart of angry sects who get punished with amnesty immunity without purging their crimson instincts with hyssop.

Take a look at its shape! Its spectacular rectangular equal portion is a utopia of our dystopian division.

Where togetherness is threatened, selfishness is the badoo;

Where collectivity is defeated; individuality is the king-kong;

Where equality is destroyed, divisibility is the boss because the cause of this causeless cause is too trivial a course to discuss in our legislative discourse; it’s not as important as paying ostentatious allowances for their lip services.

If prostitution promises you fidelity, ask what is its name.

This is the nitty-gritty!

We are speeding on the highway of corruption and violence. I hope there won’t be a terrific traffic that will force us to see that the only alternative is to make a U-turn to the flag.

To make a U-turn to productive agricultural values, preferable to ostentatious fabric-cultural revues;

To make a U-turn to equality, preferable to inequality;

To make a U-turn to mass prosperity, preferable to mass poverty;

To make a U-turn to peace and harmony, preferable to disunity in diversity;

To make a U-turn to the flag, so that we can shine our white teeth and grin on green land...

"nemo dat quo non habet"

Ajayi Angel-Simon 2015©

#4TheLoveOf9ja

#ImAngelSimon #My_Visible_Wings

#LytofLyfPoetryMovement

#PrOphETic

#Issue 22 of #My_Visible_Wings

#Issue 22 of #My_Visible_Wings

#PROJECT100PODIUM

I had to put this information here for the few of us who are referred here for just one reason: because I have decided to- with the power and beauty of expression that I have developed over the years with my Spoken Word gift- introduce God to men and introduce men to God, and I find you relevant to this course.

I have covered 32 STAGES of my Spoken Word #Project100Podium in six states across Nigeria for the past 4 months. I am hereby involving you so you may extend invitations for your services, concerts, conventions and conferences which I believe are platforms for me to complete the remaining 62 Stages of this project made for 2015.

Therefore, if you have or know anyone who has a programme geared towards the betterment of mankind and the advancement of God's kingdom here on earth, kindly contact me via the following:
Tel (Whatsapp) : (234) 8161351575
E-mai: angelajayipoet@gmail.com
Facebook: Ajayi, Angel-Simon
Twitter & Instagram: @AngelSimon7

For news and pictures on #Project100Podium, visit www.facebook.com/lytoflyfpoetrymovement

Please be my mouthpiece, let's do this together.
Thank you for your cooperation.
God bless you richly.

Yours in the Master's Vineyard.

ANGEL-SIMON
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#Issue 21 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

#Issue 21 #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS #JESUS #GOSPEL #SERVINGGODPAYS #HeavenIsSoReal #SeekJesus #allthesethings #SHARE #BeBlessed Photo Credit : INMEE STUDIO. #GLP Jide 'Pounds' Ibitoye Cast: L-R Ibukun, Adigo & Angel-Simon...

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HAPPY CHILDREN'S DAY 2015...

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Stage 15 of #project100podium

Diary 15
Fear makes you exalt the unreal and despise the tangible. Faith makes you avoid the unnecessary and run with the intangible. I knew I will be ministering to the honourable members of the Winners Corpers Fellowship in Makurdi, so I decided to do something extraordinary. I met with Ken Harmonica earlier this week so we synchronized poetry and harmonica. It was great! We tapped our fingers in adoration. The blend blessed us all. Glory be to God, Jesus and Holy Spirit.  #WINNERSCORPERSFELLOWSHIP_19.5.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

Stage 14 of #project100podium

Diary 14
Since the beginning of this project, Stage 14 holds for me a very memorable record. For 11 hours, I was seated in the bus from Makurdi to Ilorin in Kwara State. Although I was quite displeased at the deteriorating state of the high ways, I was pleased with the beautiful scenery that I saw from Benue through Kogi through Ekiti to Kwara State. Much more importantly is the contest in me about the worthiness of such hectic journey of 11 hours to on Friday and 11 hours fro on Sunday. Was the only Stage I performed on Saturday evening worth all the stress? Faith makes us more selfless because we begin to consider the need of others and find a way out of our fears. By sight, I felt uncomfortable, by Faith, I felt fulfilled. May I inform you that I had gone all the way to rejoice with the Foursquare Students Fellowship of the University of Ilorin. Trust me, I had a great time performing my poetic pieces, and they had a splendid time listening and getting blessed. Thanks to God Almighty for journey mercies. Then to my Caesars, Iya Funso never stops praying and calling; Nora kept checking, NCCF FAMILY HOUSE was missing my trouble some presence too, so I was flooded with calls, AY the thespian in conjunction with Itunnu and Princess made my stay in Ilorin a halcyon experience. God bless you all. This is just the beginning... #FSFUNILORIN_16.5.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

Stage 13 of #project100podium

Diary 13
Fear makes you borrow, Faith makes you lend. Borrowing is a sure way to debt, lending is an exhibition of one's wealth with the purpose of value. A wealthy man walks confidently to the abode of the high and mighty. Being aware of my wealthy status and its root in Faith, I entered the abode of one of the highly respected men of impact in Makurdi. Reverend Shikaan. He loved my visit, gesture of value and readiness to add some poetic cum divine value to the Glory Land Convention 2015 "Shine". It was a great evening at the opening charge of the convention. I played my part. I must confess, the TIV CHOIR made my day. God be praised for Plus one in #project100podium and the age of a great friend,  Nora Dozye. #SPIRITOFLIFEGLORYLANDCONV_14.5.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

#Issue 17 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

Stage 12 #project100podium

Diary 12
Faith is not just a story teller like Fear, it's a record keeper of adventures, carefully highlighting its honourable part in the exploits of the adventurer. Having performed in Enugu at the early hours of the cold morning, I quickly left the Campus of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka to find my way back to Makurdi so as to meet up for the KPG Concert of House on the Rock Makurdi City Church in the evening. It's one of the very few big stages I was privileged to minister. With the likes of Solomon Lange, Freke Umoh, Kole Williams, Owie Abutu, El Joe, all great gospel ministers, then to be incorporated into this hot line up as a POET... Fear ridiculed the idea, Faith told me, "wait till the end." The great man of God, Pastor Abel Uloko, called me up as the 2nd to the last performance. Meanwhile, I had given up on that, was just carefully moving my body to the tunes. Fear said, 'I knew it, you won't be given the chance to express what you have.' Faith said nothing, whispered nothing but kept my mind at peace in synchrony with the military lines i had prepared. So, I got to the Stage, did my thing, left the Stage and forgot that the standing ovation, claps, shouts and cheers were to God on my account.  Thanks to Pastor Abel Uloko, NCCF Family friends for their support, Nora, Blessed and Ayo... With this support, I'm certain that the 88 remaining stages will be more glorious... Praise Jehovah, Jesus and Holy Spirit. #HouseOnTheRockMakurdiCityChurch_10.5.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

Stage 11 #project100podium

Diary 11
When Faith is on the move, Fear may get grounded with the force. I am Faith : I moved from the tropical valley of Makurdi to the cold hills of Enugu just to do Spoken Words. My graceful feet kissed the historic University of Nigeria, Nsukka. I love that caption "To restore  the dignity of man". Anyone familiar with UNN understands that slogan. I was with the bright students of UNN and I shamelessly shared the love of Christ from my Spoken Word archive. It was a cold morning, with drops of mercy falling on us all. This message of love from the preacher to the choir and the poems warmed us all. They were blessed and I was exceedingly blessed. To them, it's "who came through?",  to me, it's "dream come through." May I commend Okoye Debra for her great work. She is the Project Manager for Enugu and trust me, God was on her side.... To God be the glory... #GCFNSUKKA_10.5.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

Stage 10 #project100podium

Diary 10
Yet another launch but a musical one this time around. A great friend, mentor and brother had his first music Album Launch and I was privileged to honour the guest with this gift of mine. So, we agreed it has to be a landmark count of #project100podium...It was the 10th Stage. It was a great gathering of great people. Trust me, it's a feast of faith. Faith was sitting on Fear as the special guest of honour because the music Album is a great step of faith for a Youth Corps Member. Gift Okoro, the outgoing General Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Corpers Fellowship, Benue State, is the greatness in question. I had learnt the triumph of Faith from Him during the few months we spent together. And on this note, I performed a praise poem for Jesus (the greatest Gift of God to mankind) at the function of this great musical Gift to my generation... #NWACHINEMEREMMUSICLAUNCH_3.05.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

Stage 9 #project100podium

Diary 9
I was once asked by my secondary mathematics teacher if it takes five eggs more time to boil like one egg will do. You  may be deceived by the quantity but the quality of heat that will boil one will equally boil five. So, I approached the ninth Stage with this mindset. I was getting ready and weary. The demand of sustenance and consistent of Faith is becoming burdensome, unlike the sharp sharp easy way out that Fear provides. It's a familiar programme but a totally different environment. I looked around and the hall decorated for the Movie Launch was scanty but intense praise was going on. Then I knew the hall only seemed scanty for Angels are always in great numbers where there is reverence for God. I was fired up by the power of the three tier praise led by great young people. At the time allocated to me, I talked about the love of Jesus and we were all reminded of such great Gift from God to mankind. I'm proud to be a part of the historic Movie production of the NCCF Benue titled The Broken Branch... If not for His unchanging love, we would have been broken branches... #NCCFBENUEMOVIELAUNCH_2.05.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

Stage 8 #project100podium

Diary 8
When David saw Goliath, what triggered his fearlessness? Was there no atom of Fear whispering to him in synchrony with his testimony of past records? Was he so overwhelmed and consumed by the ego of his triumph over the Bear and the Lion that he forgets the terrifying presence of Fear. I know the answer, madness which is Faith... Faith is madness... So, madly and faith-ly, I faced the 3rd group of audience for the day. Like David, I killed the Bear and the Lion, and I was ready to take on Goliath- The Nigerian Christian Corpers' Fellowship. I removed my Spoken s-Word from the sheath of memory, and with the skillful arm of lofty language and beautiful expressions, I slung one poetic stone into the forehead of my giant listeners : young men and women who are prepared as the battle axe of the Most High. I then cut off their heads and put in my hand and showed it to the King of Kings. Don't think I'm using the Goliath analogy to bastardize my listeners, but as Golaith's price value is high and guarantees promotion, the satisfaction on the face of the Most high and the graceful look of my listeners made the ministration worth it. I really thank God for the opportunity, privilege, strength and courage to complete the three ministrations in a day. God be PRAISED , you be RAISED... #NCCFMAKURDI_26.4.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

Stage 7 #project100podium

Diary 7
What was David thinking when the Lion appeared? Fear or Faith...? Was he looking at the claws in the Lion's hands or the weapon he possessed. After killing the Bear with the instrument of Faith at the RCCF a few minutes before this ministration, I hurriedly took a bike with my Project Manager, and got to the perfect Stage for the perfect Stage... Don't get confused, the perfect Stage is Stage 7 and the perfect Stage is RCCG Ressurection Parish. Wow! Jews and Gentiles, Romans and Greeks, Timber and Calibre... Just comparing things. I realised that I was expecting something soooooooooooo perfect, or as we call it 'tush' for the 7th Stage. But I was taught a great lesson. God sees perfection in the seemingly imperfect. This parish is a new one, no microphone stand, no roofing, no good sound, arghhhhhhh... That's Fear highlighting the inadequate. Trust Faith, he jerked me back to the sufficient, and reminded me how Jesus preached a perfect sermon with Simon's ship in an imperfect condition. And for 2minutes 31 seconds, I performed a short piece that blessed the less than 20 members of the Parish... Glory be to God, Jesus, Holy Spirit and thanks be to you for following Project 100 Podium. #RCCGRESURRECTIONPARISH_26.4.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

Stage 6 #project100podium

Diary 6
What was David thinking when the Bear came? Faith or Fear...? That was the same thought on my mind as I went to minister at the Redeemed Christian Corpers' Fellowship. I knew I was going to meet young intellectuals like me. They are like the Bear, with authority and prowess in pouncing on prey. Sometimes, I think of artists as preys waiting to be consumed by predator-audience. Fearless and enthusiastic, not forgetting the presence of God and my prayerful Project Manager, AY the thespian, I took the predators by surprise. The tide turned, like a rat preying on a cat, phantasmagoria you think! It was real... When you think of an opportunity given to you by a group of young intellectuals to come and fool yourself and prove to them that Spoken Word is a perfect complement for music, drama, and dance ; you will realize what Fear can do to you, and how it can make you sweat profusely in a perfectly air conditioned environment... Thanks for reading but know one more thing, I was well received by those wonderful Corp members. I had the best of ministration there because Faith prevailed over Fear. #RCCF_26.4.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

Stage 5 #project100podium

Diary 5
Fear of the unknown is known to the unknown, Faith of the known is unknown to the known. Glory be to God for the strength, courage, discipline, grace and creative endowment made available for the furtherance of this project. Yesterday evening was one of the best time of my poetry career. It was filled with joy and amazement seeing that the expectation of my Jesus Sanctuary family, fans and friends wasn't cut short. I was particularly blessed by the presence of my mother (Iya Funso) and my friend, brother, protege and son,  Chris who came in unannounced from Imo State (Eastern Nigeria). I had worked over night with the Sandwich company I manage, so I got up about 12 noon. Then I called Chris If he would like to feature in the Stage 5 of #project100podium. He agreed (knowing that he's in for work). Spontaneously, we blended some ideas and lines for the night. Thanks to Ayo and Joel for the instrumental initiative. We tightened up the bits and pieces of the poem, leaving no stone unturned and ensuring no loosed ends. Off we went at about 7:28pm during the Monthly 3hours of Praise by RCCG Lagos Province 15 HQTRs Jesus Sanctuary Parish. Fear got grounded, overpowered and powdered by the threshing power of the Faith at work in work. We delivered the words, they received it and God was glorified. Thank you Jesus! Thank you Holy Spirit. Thank you for following us. #RCCGJSP_16.04.15 #project100podium #lytoflyfpoetry #Fiery_lips

Stage 4 #project100podium

Diary 4
I was really excited about the dance steps, beautiful songs, powerful choir, energetic youths and the vibrant atmosphere I experienced this evening at the CITY OF REFUGE YOUTHS in Lagos Mainland today. Once again, Fear lost this recollection of the memoir to Faith considering my poetic ministration. Unfortunately though, Faith also recorded a great loss today. Let me quickly make you understand. As soon as I got to the Bus Stop where I will board the bus to the Concert venue, a woman faced me and started praying what I considered "political prayers". She wasn't strange to me, neither was the innocent child she carried as her unique pity object but what was strange to me was my reaction. For the first time, I didn't care to look at the countenance of that child, perhaps it would have spurred me to give some money to the praying mother. I didn't even care to search my wallet if there was any little change. I just wanted to discharge her because of the crowd at the mustering Bus Stop considering the post-election result reactions. That was what Fear did to me. As soon as I left her, Faith nudged me and said "go back and bless that child". I turned back, but she was gone. Was she a spirit. Was she an angel. I was perturbed. Have I missed out of something tangible. Why did the Holy Spirit say "bless" instead of "give". I looked for her but couldn't find her. Then, remorsefully, I went to perform my poetic duty and enjoyed every bit of the concert as though nothing happened. As I was returning home, I remembered the earlier scene and the scar reopened especially when I started listening to "Go Light Your World"  by Carmel Horan. Fear mocked me till I got home that I had failed to light hope on someone's face. Trust Faith, it said, "don't worry, but be sensitive so you don't fail the next one." All  the same, it was a great time out. Lives were blessed, and I was blessed too. #CityOfRefuge_12.4.15. #project100podium #lytoflyfpoetry #Fiery_lips.

Stage 3 #project100podium

DIARY 3
The Stage 3 of my poetry project was exciting. It's a family affair. Fear told me "a prophet has no honour at home." Then Faith reminded me that I'm a poet not a prophet. Hahahahaha!!! It's amazing to see this beautiful and handsome faces again. It was fresh: the response was encouraging. In the heart of Masha in Surulere, Lagos State, I discover the positive side of being treated like a stranger in your own home. It could be adorable sometimes.... Thanks to TOP YOUTHS, and thanks to you for following Project 100 Podium Spoken Word Tour... Stay tuned for more updates. #RCCGTOPYOUTHS_4-4-2015 #project100podium #lytoflyfpoetry #Fiery_lips

Stage 2 #project100podium

Diary 2
My diary thrives on the interruption and intercession of fear and faith in my journey of Spoken Word Tour. I had set out last month in Makurdi, Benue State with a Gospel Concert in Kanshio (which means "don't expect something good out of it"). I had performed my favourite poem to the listeners. But i got knocked down by fear when I was informed that the video and pictures taken were corrupted. I exclaimed" shoo". Fear laughed but Faith told me to hold on. It's been two weeks since I have been holding on but today Faith helped to get back up and continue the journey. It's a lovely Easter Drama Concert with the New Estate Baptist Church in Lagos. I was ministered to by the Drama Group as well as the sonorous voices that sang. Now to my poetry gist, it was a perfect delivery of Easter-inspired rhymes targeted at my listeners to evoke that feeling of appreciation to Jesus for the finished work... That's the picture below. You will get the video soon.
Thank you for your support. #NEBC_4.4.2015 #project100podium #lytoflyfpoetry #Fiery_lips

Stage 1 #project100podium

Finally found the picture for the Stage 1 of #project100podium. When you think of the rigor of a seed, you may get sceptical about the future, but it's just a matter of time and careful pruning. Blessed be God forever. Fear told me I don't have all it takes. FAITH TOLD ME I HAVE MORE THAN ENOUGH. SO,  THE JOURNEY HAS BEGUN... #KANSHIOGOSPELCAMPAIGN_19.3.15 #Fiery_lips #P100P #lytoflyfpoetry

#Issue 16 of #MY_VISIBLE_WINGS

"We will sing
We will praise
For our King
Who REIGNS OVER US
And RAINS UPON US
Deserves our PRAISE"
Psalm 147:7

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"I AM NOT SERVING GOD ON CREDIT; HE PAYS." MATTHEW 20:1-8

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