2023-07-26 12:43
Photo by Kebs VisualsEvery human has something they identify with. It’s what forms communities, friendships, networks, and so on.
It seems like in this world, we function by classif… Read More
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2023-07-18 16:48
Photo by Ben CheungLong time no blogging.
We’re in the second half of the year and a lot has happened so far.
If you follow my blog, you’d realize that the last time I publ… Read More
2023-05-03 14:41
Last week, I saw an Instagram reel about asking people to be friends. I decided to share it on my Instagram story and ask if people thought it was okay to ask someone to be your friend.
8… Read More
2023-04-20 15:49
Having the right mentality is key, but it’s easier said than done. However, once gotten and used, it can change a lot.
The devil plays mind games for a reason. The Bible talks about… Read More
2023-04-07 09:42
Sometimes we doubt (maybe not intentionally) that God can fulfill His promises toward us, especially when that promise is a big one and seems almost impossible.
I am here to tell you God… Read More
2023-03-25 10:57
Crying is so therapeutic.
I like how after crying, that burden or tightness in your chest just releases, if not completely, at least to an extent. Another thing that has this effect is a… Read More
2023-03-19 07:31
It’s interesting how the Israelites worshipped God, but they just didn’t know Him.
Several times in the book of John, Jesus would point out to the Jews that they didn’t… Read More
2023-03-13 07:37
One way to reduce pressure generally is to work within your level. If you position yourself as someone at a higher level than you really are, it’ll come with so much pressure, stress… Read More
2023-02-28 13:44
You know when people say you’re doing well and you seem to have done or are doing a lot but you know deep down you’re not even working in your optimal capacity. Well, I can relat… Read More
2023-02-22 13:37
Lately, I’m learning to expose my thoughts and desires to God so He purges me and helps me.
So I have a prideful thought and then instead of hiding or pretending that the thought di… Read More
2023-02-15 08:40
Everyone has a personality unique to them. It’s what makes you different from another person. If you try to be like someone because you feel their personality is cool or better, you wi… Read More
2023-02-09 18:49
What is priority?
something given or meriting attention before competing alternativesMerriam-Webster Dictionary
Have you ever been so busy that you don’t have time to relax, hang… Read More
2023-02-02 09:33
Lately, I’ve been learning a lot about the heart. I find it interesting that we can do the right things and it’ll still be wrong because our heart isn’t in the right place… Read More
2023-01-30 14:09
Everyone should know what Jesus Christ did for them and that they can walk in that reality when they believe. Christ finished work. It’s beautiful the kind of love, access, privilege a… Read More
2023-01-16 09:53
Google photo created this collage and I love it!It’s been a whileee
First off, happy new year. I hope this year becomes better than last year and overall, you’re growing… Read More
2022-11-21 22:15
Today, I started reading Psycho-cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz, and I saw something I think is worth sharing.
“Your self-image must be a reasonable approximation of “you,”… Read More
2022-11-21 22:01
Today was a good day. Church service was amazing as usual and I got to meet my friends. One of whom I have not seen in 3 years. It was such a lovely time and I didn’t want to leave… Read More
2022-11-21 21:58
My first response to emotional discomfort is to run or avoid it, but sometimes life doesn’t afford you that luxury plus, it can be harmful to do. It’s convenient but not the best… Read More
2022-11-18 23:25
Again, I don’t know how people that don’t know God do life.
I can’t imagine how my life would be without God and is Spirit in me. There are hard days and God is the only… Read More
2022-11-17 22:08
I think the problem with betrayal is not necessarily about the betrayal or hurt (that is such a big deal too), but the fact that trust is broken.
Yes, that betrayal hurt, but you begin to… Read More
2022-11-17 00:22
If I’m being honest, I can’t explain what’s happening these days. I don’t know why I’m still awake by 1:20am. I don’t know how to explain what’s goi… Read More
2022-11-14 22:53
I have nothing to write for today.
I had an okay day and nothing exactly exciting. I’m glad I’m in a good headspace, that’s something.
How are you?
Remember, be a… Read More
2022-11-13 22:40
There are sacrifices people have made for me; little or big, that I might never know about.
Something happened lately where I made a sacrifice for someone but I’m sure the person ha… Read More
2022-11-13 22:37
I think life is so fascinating. It has lots of beautiful moments and lots of ugly moments. It’s the same with humans. Humans do beautiful things that are just lovely to see and they al… Read More
2022-11-13 22:35
I was asked to send my CV and portfolio today. I haven’t submitted my CV in a long time and so I had to update it. The last time I updated my CV was probably in April or so but I didn… Read More
2022-11-13 22:30
I’ve been working on something recently and I’ll admit that sometimes I’m just stuck on how to write some of the pages and things I need to write.
Today I had to work on… Read More
2022-11-12 23:38
For today, I’m simply going to share my church notes. On Wednesdays we have mid-week service at my church. Today we talked about “How to study your Bible”. These are my not… Read More
2022-11-08 22:58
It’s been 4 days since I last published an entry. I know this is not the first time doing this and I want to hope it’s the last but I can’t really tell because life happens… Read More
2022-11-03 22:05
Each passing day, it becomes clearer to me that there’s a lot to learn and do with so little time.
I already have todo lists for each week in November, it just feels like November h… Read More
2022-11-03 22:03
Do you ever wonder why God led you to someone and eventually you see why? That’s how I currently feel.
I was led to someone to work with and today, I got a glimpse of why. I’m… Read More
2022-11-01 22:27
Welcome to November!!
It’s a new month and for some reason, I’m usually excited about new months.
Today has been a good and productive day. I also learned something new abo… Read More
2022-11-01 22:03
It’s the last day in October and surprisingly, today has been better than previous days.
October was a somewhat month, with its highs and lows, but I’m thankful to have God wi… Read More
2022-11-01 21:59
Just a reminder that it’s a blessing to have someone to be vulnerable with.
I’m thankful God helped me to relieve some things that have been bothering me to a friend and altho… Read More
2022-10-29 21:46
Lately, I’ve been feeling weak and down. Thankfully, God has been helping me. It kinda feels like highs and lows.
Today, I didn’t want to go anywhere because of how I felt and… Read More
2022-10-29 21:38
I was watching a movie and in this movie, a lady was so angry because someone she communicated with online stopped responding. So here’s a little more about the story.
The two of th… Read More
2022-10-27 23:14
Fantasies are called fantasies for a reason.
The realities of life can come as a shock. I’m grateful that in all, God is constant and faithful.
Can’t wait to look back and… Read More
2022-10-26 20:53
Today started out well, I think it was a good day. However, towards the end of the day, I felt a little off.
I think I know what the problem is, and I’d like to talk about it with s… Read More
2022-10-26 20:50
I hear it a lot from people that your success or obedience to God is for someone.
I’m beginning to really see how my obedience to do something or start something is part of God&rsqu&hell…Read More
2022-10-26 20:42
From the books of Chronicles, it looks like there were 3 main things that scattered kings and kingdoms:
IdolatryPrideLack of trust in GodIt might all boil down to pride. Pride can make a… Read More
2022-10-26 20:41
I came across something from the book I’m currently reading, “The gift of imperfection” by Brené Brown,
…the more entrenched and reactive we are about an i… Read More
2022-10-22 21:11
As I live this life (especially this year), I’m beginning to realize that I don’t want to be a workaholic.
When I was younger, I admired powerful “career women”. T… Read More
2022-10-22 21:08
In life, we take chances. It’s mostly scary but they either move us forward directly or teach us something. Either way, we got something from the situation that isn’t completely… Read More
2022-10-22 21:07
This day 2 years a go was the day the government ordered soldiers to shoot peaceful protesters who were protesting for the end of SARS (Special Anti-robbery Squad) at Lekki tollgate Lagos Th… Read More
2022-10-20 19:36
Who you are alone is different from who you are in the midst of other people.
You might seem normal and kind and soft spoken etc. However, you may realize that when you’re in the mi… Read More
2022-10-19 00:07
There’s really no true update of the last 4 days.
I missed these days and I apologize to those of you that faithfully check for daily updates.
I truly have no worthy excuse.
F… Read More
2022-10-13 21:46
The story of King Asa of Judah is such an interesting and sad story.
King Asa did well in Judah. He turned to God, depended on God, and reformed Judah to serve God.
He turned away from… Read More
2022-10-13 21:41
I came across something I wrote last week Thursday. I was really anxious that day and my chest was paining me, so I decided to write all the possible reasons for feeling anxious.
Looking… Read More
2022-10-13 21:35
I’ll be sharing excerpt from the book I’ve been reading for some time, “The gift of imperfection” by Brené Brown.
Shame is the intensely painful feeling or… Read More
2022-10-13 21:22
Do you struggle with responding to genuine love and affection?
Do you struggle with accepting compliments and appreciation?
If you do, why?
Also, why is denial easier to do than acc… Read More
2022-10-11 21:51
Everyone has a story.
I have realized that sometimes (and more so recently), that certain actions I take that seem normal or easy are things that took a lot of courage, but people can&rsq&hell…Read More
2022-10-09 22:48
I don’t have much to say, only that lately, I have seen things that have assured me that indeed God sees me and is intentionally about me.
Of course, I knew that, but there’s… Read More
2022-10-09 22:43
I’m posting 08/10/2022 yesterday’s blog entry) on 09/10/2022 (today) because I was so tired to do yesterday.
This weekend has been busy because of a church program called Deep… Read More
2022-10-08 09:33
For today, I’m going to share three things that stood out for me while reading Brené Brown’s book “The gift of imperfection” (I’m still reading).
The… Read More
2022-10-06 22:34
Today was kinda hard. But I’m glad God is with me, because that’s all that matters.
Remember to be a light in your space Read More
2022-10-05 22:46
I woke up this morning with enough things to do on my todo list. It’s night time and I haven’t done 80% of what’s on the list.
This is not because I had so much to do an… Read More
2022-10-04 22:59
Today felt like I was running out of time. I kinda feel overwhelmed, but not as overwhelmed as I naturally would be atm. I believe that’s God helping me and I’m grateful for the… Read More
2022-10-03 22:59
Today is one of those days where I don’t have anything to say, so I might just share with you my day.
I woke up this morning by 5am, prayed, joined family devotion, then started on… Read More
2022-10-02 22:47
The Bible tells us in John 16:33
“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the… Read More
2022-10-01 22:39
It’s the 10th month in 2022. Happy new month!
Today has tried me in different ways but I’m glad that God has helped me. When I thought it was over, I just discovered something… Read More
2022-09-30 22:45
It’s the last day in September. I personally feel the month ran.
September was a good month and October is going to be an even better month.
If you want to know how my September… Read More
2022-09-29 22:43
I have nothing much to say, but I’ll simply share what I shared on my WhatsApp status.
2 months ago, I disabled YouTube notifications. It helped my productivity.
2 weeks ago, I d… Read More
2022-09-28 22:23
I had a productive, yet chill day today. I wish I had something else to share about life but here’s something I learned in church today.
Here are 5 Cs to prayers
Consistency &nda&hell…Read More
2022-09-27 21:06
I had a goal today and I was doing well until this evening and suddenly I felt so bad.
However, something in me told me not to do that, tomorrow we try again. So I was encouraged and tomo… Read More
2022-09-26 22:59
Today was truly a good day. There was no pressure or anxiety (all thanks to God), I was truly in a good place.
The highlight of my day was receiving the table I ordered for my workspace… Read More
2022-09-25 20:16
During Triumph30 prayer this night, the person leading prayers talked on Jeremiah 1:5.
““I knew you before I formed you in your mother’s womb. Before you were born I set… Read More
2022-09-24 20:47
This time yesterday, I had anxiety. At the moment, I feel okay. It’s amazing how these things happen. I feel okay today not because the things I was anxious about have been solved, no… Read More
2022-09-23 22:25
I’m so tired, my head is clogged up, I’m not sure I can think of anything.
I’m also confused a little more than a little. I guess today was one of those tiresome day. I… Read More
2022-09-22 22:29
I had a pretty busy and stressful day today. However, the highlight of my day is that what I’ve been thinking about is finally beginning to take off. I know it’ll be a lot of har… Read More
2022-09-21 21:36
Today is the 21st day in September. It’s been 3 weeks in September, it seems like only a few days ago that we were in August, it’s crazy.
Do you ever have this feeling inside… Read More
2022-09-20 18:19
It’s been 8 days since I shared something on the blog. I’m sorry about that. I’m supposed to update daily and I can give excuses but I’ll rather not. I take full resp… Read More
2022-09-12 23:15
At the moment, I have hit a block (kinda) in my thoughts concerning something I’m trying to set up.
You know that moment when you’re thinking of a plan or strategy to get some… Read More
2022-09-12 23:13
Today, it really hit me that some or most or even all of the things I (or people) currently have is as a result of prayer, particularly when it comes to salvation and being fervent walking w… Read More
2022-09-11 20:39
As humans, we are naturally biased towards our own, whether it’s our beliefs, work, friends, family, anything.
Sometimes you have to know when it’s becoming dangerous, hurting… Read More
2022-09-09 21:21
I recently started reading the book of Joshua. It’s a great book in the Bible that indeed shows the faithfulness and mighty power of God. So far, it has reassured and strengthened me b… Read More
2022-09-08 12:33
Sometimes I want to talk, sometimes I’m like what’s the point?
I don’t mean talking about my problems or opening up. No. I’m talking about just having conversation… Read More
2022-09-07 06:23
I am realizing more and more that when fighting battles in my mind and in the spirit, confessing my reality in Christ, declaring the word of God, and boasting in God helps greatly.
Christ… Read More
2022-09-05 22:18
In life, there will be things that are unclear.
Remember to be a light in your space Read More
2022-09-04 22:43
This morning, I was reading 1 Corinthians chapter 13. While reading verse 1 through 3, something struck me.
“Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love… Read More
2022-09-03 21:51
Do you ever feel like journaling or writing something down and then you decide not to because you know once you write it down, it becomes a thing and you are acknowledging it?
For me, thi… Read More
2022-09-02 22:00
It’s always refreshing to see people do the stuff that makes you sometimes think you’re weird or not okay. This is why people should share often.
I was watching a TV morning s… Read More
2022-09-01 22:39
I’ve come to realize that people are humans too, no matter how admirable they are. Knowing this can help whenever you feel intimidated by all the wonderful things that make them admira… Read More
2022-08-25 23:20
I promise you, this combined day entry thing is not going to be a frequent thing. Please bear with me.
Lately, I’ve been feeling somehow. I think I know how to explain this feeling… Read More
2022-08-23 21:31
Yesterday was such a tiring day. I know you’ll say everyday is tiring, but really, I feel so tired by the end of the day. Today I even feel sore and mentally exhausted.
It seems lik… Read More
2022-08-21 21:17
Today is so another cool and relaxing day. I did nothing work related and I slept very well. I definitely had to make up for last week and even this new week because I have a feeling it&rsqu&hell…Read More
2022-08-21 21:11
Today was a relaxing day for me. I got to rest and even slept early, that’s why I’m posting this on the 21st instead of 20th as the date says.
I also painted using watercolor… Read More
2022-08-19 23:38
Thank God it’s Friday.
The above statement is something I just thought will be far away from my vocabulary for different reasons.
I know people make the statement because finally… Read More
2022-08-18 22:45
I wish I could share something with you today but tbh, nothing comes to mind. Maybe it’s because I’m tired.
I just finished from a meeting and I only want to hug my bed. Thank… Read More
2022-08-18 06:29
People don’t understand the work you’ve done until they walk in it. It’s easier to look at people from where you are and have an opinion, especially one that makes it look… Read More
2022-08-16 22:06
Today I’m grateful for good friends. I’ve been ranting today and I’m glad I have a friend to rant to. It’s a blessing and I don’t take it for granted. To my fri… Read More
2022-08-15 22:30
Today I’m grateful to God for everything I have and where I am today. I am confident that God is able to keep me and lead me in His will for my life. His arm has not lost its power; it… Read More
2022-08-14 21:41
I want to share with you what I took from church today, I hope you gain something as well.
Worship is a state of the heart.
Put God’s word above and first Matt 15:6.
Worship G… Read More
2022-08-13 20:44
I think I’m at a place where I don’t know what’s happening again.
I just feel a little unsure and frustrated. Left to me, I’ll isolate but I really can’t do… Read More
2022-08-12 21:43
Sometimes we forget that we have God backing us up. We struggle and struggle with keeping up or making things happening, however, it’s the Spirit in us that empowers us, not our own st… Read More
2022-08-12 01:11
I didn’t think yesterday’s entry will be published today
I slept off in an interesting way. After taking a walk (which I didn’t complete actually because of rain), I go… Read More
2022-08-10 22:52
Today I’m going to share a few things I learned in church.
Here are two (2) reasons to give thanks to God as Christians;
⁃ We give thanks because it is the will of God for… Read More
2022-08-09 22:18
I’m currently learning that I should take things one thing at a time. When I need rest, I should rest. I should learn to weigh options appropriately because if I fall sick or drop dead… Read More
2022-08-08 22:54
Have you noticed that there’s always enough excuse for someone that has made up their mind to not do something or someone that is scared of doing something. It’s crazy.
I just… Read More
2022-08-07 22:58
Today I’m going to share something short I got from the person that led prayers this evening.
God does not send you to the war without passing through battlesStephen Fasonye (SFF)… Read More
2022-08-06 22:46
I hope you had a restful Saturday. Mine was okay, filled with tasks, but okay, thank God.
I saw something I wrote in my notes some months back and I thought to share it today.
I think… Read More
2022-08-05 22:49
This week, I’ve had to do a lot of learning. It’s also been a busy week but I’ve also been feeling thankful, grateful and content. God is good.
Happy new month btw (I&rs&hell…Read More
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