"Christians follow Paul, not Jesus."
That used to be my favorite argument as a Muslim.
Then I actually studied Paul.
And the argument fell apart.
Paul wasn't some random guy inventing theology. He was a Pharisee trained under Gamaliel, one of the most respected Jewish teachers of his generation.
He knew the Torah.
He knew the prophets.
And he hated Christianity.
He persecuted Christians, dragged them from their homes, and approved their executions.
Then something happened.
He encountered the risen Christ.
And overnight, the man hunting Christians became one.
Think about that.
If Paul invented Christianity, why did he spend his life pointing people to Jesus instead of himself?
Why did Peter, James, and John endorse him?
Why did his teachings align with the apostles who actually walked with Christ?
And why would he willingly endure beatings, imprisonment, stoning, and eventually execution for a message he knew was false?
People may die for something they mistakenly believe is true.
But they do not willingly die for a lie they invented themselves.
Paul didn't create Christianity.
He met the risen Jesus and spent the rest of his life proclaiming Him.
If you've been told Paul invented Christianity, you've been handed a slogan, not an argument.
Dear Young Nigerians,
One lesson from the 2023 elections, particularly in Lagos, should never be forgotten.
In the period following the presidential election and leading up to the governorship election, we witnessed a troubling shift in public discourse. Conversations that should have focused on competence, governance, development, and the future of our nation were gradually diverted towards tribal sentiments, ethnic divisions, and unnecessary suspicion among citizens.
Many sincere and well-meaning Nigerians participated in these conversations without realising that they were being drawn into narratives carefully designed by others.
Throughout history, whenever politicians find it difficult to compete on ideas, performance, character, or vision, some resort to exploiting the fault lines of ethnicity, religion, and identity. Their calculation is simple: a divided people are easier to manipulate than a united people.
Today, I see similar efforts emerging again, sometimes in more subtle and sophisticated ways. Narratives are planted, amplified, and circulated, often by individuals who genuinely believe they are defending a worthy cause, without recognizing the broader agenda behind such campaigns.
Let me state clearly that Pastor Enoch Adeboye remains one of the foremost fathers of faith in our nation. For decades, he has consistently preached the virtues of peace, prayer, love, reconciliation, and national unity. Even when faced with provocation, his response has always reflected humility, restraint, wisdom, and grace.
At 84 years of age, it would be unfair for young and able-bodied Nigerians to transfer to him responsibilities that properly belong to them. The task of building a better Nigeria rests primarily on the shoulders of the younger generation. It is their duty to lead the conversations, champion the reforms, and drive the positive change our nation urgently requires.
We must be careful not to become instruments in the hands of those who secretly nurture division while publicly preaching unity. In most cases, their target is not the individual being attacked; instead, it is the person who is attacking. Their real objective is to weaken the bonds that hold us together as one people and one nation.
I therefore urge all young Nigerians: do not allow anyone to recruit you into hatred. Do not allow anyone to weaponise your ethnicity, your faith, or your admiration for respected leaders.
Question every narrative. Verify every claim. Follow the facts. Resist manipulation.
The Nigeria of our dreams can only be built by citizens who refuse to be divided, who choose unity over hatred, and who place our collective future above narrow interests.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
Young Nigerians are not stupid. We are on fire!
Why should anyone pay over ₦600K for a substandard education in a public university? Leave everything & listen to our Gen Zs speak. Tag them. They deserve a massive shout out.
Nigeria must be OK in our lifetime!! 😭👏👏
🚨🚨Kenia SE RETIRA de la OMS porque descubrió que la vacuna contra el tétano estaba combinada con un agente esterilizante.
“Ya no podemos darnos el lujo de confiar en la Organización Mundial de la Salud”
“Las vacunas han disminuido la fertilidad”
El Tribunal Supremo también suspendió la inmunidad procesal de Bill Gates 🔥
When I was Muslim, man, this verse used to mess me up.
Jesus on the cross saying, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”
As a Muslim, I used to think: how does God feel forsaken by God? That sounds like weakness. That sounds like a prophet in pain.
But then I dug deeper.
And I realized Jesus was not speaking randomly. He was quoting Psalm 22.
That entire Psalm, written by King David centuries before Christ, is a prophecy about the crucifixion:
“They pierce my hands and feet.”
“They divide my garments among them.”
“All who see me mock me.”
In Jewish culture, quoting the first line of a Psalm pointed people to the entire passage.
So Jesus was not crying out in confusion.
He was declaring fulfillment.
He was saying: “This is that.”
And at the same time, He was carrying the full weight of sin, shame, abandonment, and suffering for humanity.
Every moment humanity has cried out, “God, where are you?” Christ stepped into that pain Himself.
That is not weakness.
That is intentional.
That is prophecy unfolding in real time.
That is the King bleeding on purpose so humanity could be brought near to God.
That is the Gospel.
@thebestchr77899@JamesKowalski88 There are multiple texts that confirm each other. And another thing is the old testaments, the consistency of the events and prophecies.
You may not have the resources to do a research but you can read from others that had questions that published their findings online.
@thebestchr77899@JamesKowalski88 The beautiful thing about the Gospel of Jesus is that it was taught by them. The fact that the gospels are not the only source of Jesus’s life story is the beauty. Paul was not a disciple but he lived in Jesus timeline, so did James his brother, Peter his disciple, and John.
@thebestchr77899@JamesKowalski88 The reason his seems to be more popular is because his letters are relevant in today’s society. )
He addressed most of the issues we are facing today in my churches.
Paul is not the author of the whole Bible.
@thebestchr77899@JamesKowalski88 Travelled far and wide by these disciples across many cities, so much that it led to them being killed and hunted.
Paul is not the only author in the Bible. He wrote letters to churches because he was a Roman Soldier. He was a Jew and a Greek and very educated.
@thebestchr77899@JamesKowalski88 James the blood brother of Jesus wrote a book in the Bible, Peter wrote, John the Apostle wrote the revelation and Gospel of John. Paul wrote letters to churches in different cities and the 4 synoptic gospels were written by dictators and also by themselves. Google is a friend.
@thebestchr77899@JamesKowalski88 The entire premise of the Bible is based on eye witnesses. From 12 disciples, to Roman scholars, to eye witnesses that saw Jesus resurrected. Not to mention the entire Old Testament had over 40 author across 1000 years. It is easy to do a research and find sources for clarity.
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Why can’t we revive this and connect all the 5 eastern states?
This will boost trade and save lots of lives that perish on road accidents.
If this is the only thing SEDC achieves, that a lot. It will significantly benefit everyone.