By: Phil Adams/Vitalis Ugoh Calabar

Cross River state governor, Sen. (Apostle) Bassey Edet Otu, has acknowledged what God had done for him by using the Prophet of God to prophecy that he was going to be the governor few years ago.

As a mark of respect, he directed a delegation led by Chief Mark Nomba Ayo to come and offer thanksgiving to God for confirming His Word at God’s Arena Of Liberty at No. 11 Otu Ansa Street after Nigerian Immigration services.

Speaking on behalf of the Governor, Chief Nomba-Ayo, however appreciated the General Overseer, Prophet Sunday Obi for his humility and patience over the years, adding that, “due to the exigences of office, I could not come before now. However, he said, God’s time is the best”.

He said, “I have come to say thank you to God for honouring His word in my life. The Prophet anointed me and made a declaration that I was going to be the next Governor of the state and it came to pass”.

“I am so glad that I am here today. This man of God has impacted in our lives so greatly by the move and Will of God”.

According to him, “I have come to appreciate and say thank you to God and not man”.

“I appreciate what God is using the Prophet to do in the lives of humanity. It is quite enormous and gracious”.

” I make bold to say that there is God in this Ministry because I am a testimony”.

He specifically acknowledged the efforts of the members of Prayer Mountain who have committed their lives daily to pray for him, the government and people of Cross River state. “I cannot appreciate them enough but God will reward them in Jesus Name Amen.”

Otu however, promised to make the visit regular and assured that henceforth, God’s Arena Of Liberty will be carried along in the scheme of things.

He assured that all other requests made by the General Overseer concerning jobs, appointment etc would be addressed.

The governor presented gift items to the Ministry for his thanksgiving.

Earlier, the General Overseer, Prophet Sunday Obi, had briefed on the Governor on his trivial in life as well as his encounter with God.

He commended the Governor for the show of love to God’s Arena Of Liberty outreach with items such as a big generating set, chairs for the General Overseer/Wife, several plastic chairs and the payment of rent for five years.

He expressed gratitude to God for all He has done in ARENA over the years, believing that He will do more.

Prophet Sunday Obi thanked governor Sen. Apostle Bassey Edet Otu for all he has done towards restoring the glory of Cross River state.

He therefore offered prayers saying “any gathering against this administration saying it should not stand, let them die, those plotting to discredit this administration shall be discredited, that God should contend with those who contend with this administration in Jesus Name Amen.

Finally, he prayed jointly with Elders and Ministers that “let the light of God continue to shine upon Gov. Bassey Edet Otu and his family in Jesus Name Amen.

There was joy and happiness amongst worshippers during the Communion Service.

The service had commenced in ernest with ministers opening prayers, opening prayers and Intercessory prayer.

The Son of Prophet Victor Onen had anchored the Intercessory prayer according to the theme for the service “fulfilling destiny”.

The thirty minutes worship was amazing and spiritual. This was followed by testimonies. God showed up in their lives via their testimonies.

The Word was delivered by a seasoned minister of God, Pst David Ibeh as the Holy Spirit directed. He took his text from Psa.40:7-8

Psalms 40:7-8 saying “Then I said, Behold, I come; In the scroll of the book it is written of me.
I delight to do Your will, O my God, And Your law is within my heart.”

He continues, “something unique has been written about you in the book of God even before we were created” – Jer. 1:15.

Pst. Ibeh described “destiny as plan God has for us before creation – 1Cor 3:9-10. Joseph was an example of what destiny looks like. Esther in the Bible Esther 1:10.

He outlined key aspects in fulfilling destiny such as having an understanding of our purpose in life, trusting God’s timing, having Faith ( Heb. 4:1, 2 Corth 5:7, Matt 17:20 and Phil.4:13.), finding joy in the journey, embracing God’s guidance, overcoming adversity, celebrating achievements and building relationships with God. (Gal. 6:5.)

The following Bible verses are very instructive. (Prov 3:61/Rom 5:3-4/27:17/Neh 8:10).

The highlight of the service was the part involving taking of Communion representing the Blood and Flesh of Jesus Christ by the congregation.

Finally, 7-point prayers were raised by the Son of the Prophet asking God to fulfill our individual destinies and contend with those who contend with us.

God visited and blessed ARENA in His glory – Amen!