Category: Lara Speaks, Uncategorized
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OF THE TONGUE AND ITS EXPLOITS
by Dele Adeyanju O thou king of body parts, custodian of linguistic resources Seated in the oral cavity, projecting man’s values Assuming different configurations with amazing speed Wielding the power of life and death, exercising uncommonauthority Giving meaning and substance to human existence A marvellous gift thou art to mankind Before thy throne, I tremble and bow O thou…
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Are you whom God says you are?
Do you even know who you are? Some will frown at this question. However, I ask again, do you know who you are? If you do, tell me in the comments. I am interested in knowing. Identity crisis is real. A woman that will rather risk getting cancer by putting deadly chemicals to her scalp…
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Understanding the Faith that Works
— Bishop David Oyedepo Tongue-fired faith: This is the faith that is fired by what you say, Mark 11:23. It is a tongue-channeled faith. Romans 10:10. Our tongue is a weapon of war by scriptural understanding, Luke 21:15; Matthew 7:24, 25. But its misuse can be devastating, Ecclesiastes 5:6; James 3:5-7; Numbers 14:22 Watch your…
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Happy New Year 2025
Today begins a journey into another year. It is also a sign that God’s mercy has reached you. You are especially fortunate to see the year of our Lord 2025. It shows that this new beginning and the commencement of your NEW ERA. Let the Lord lead you through the year so you can have…
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Uniben Convocation Ceremony 2024 and the Campus Litters
Convocation ceremonies are joyous moments no doubt. They are usually a period of eating and drinking. So much back slapping and laughing are part of the game. Nonetheless, there are some things that are just the minimal. Keeping our environment clean and tidy should not be thrown to the dustbin. My observation of exactly that…
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Echoes of His Love July 2024
This is the updated version of this edition for this new website. Be blessed as you read.
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Random Musings: Religion and Nigerians
I continue to wonder about what makes us want to just feel good. The vanity of life is palpable in the midst of people. I was in a church where, hours on, we were just talking about recognising people, their contributions to the church at its 25th anniversary of that parish and ripping them off…
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International Legislative Dialogue on Women and Constitution Amendment in Nigeria
So, I was invited by the Deputy Speaker of National Assemnly to the programme that I have made the title of this post. He is the Chairman of the House Committee on Constitution Review. The Gender Equity Bill is a major issue. Indeed, I was glad to be part of the Panel that discussed the…
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Echoes of His Love June 2024
This is the updated version for this new website.
IYABODE OMOLARA AKEWO NWABUEZE 