God’s presence liberated them from fear and darkness during Communion Service

By: Phil Adams/Vitalis Ugoh Calabar

“2 Corinthians 3:17 says
“Now the Lord is that Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.”

The presence of God is victory over sin, it is love, healing, deliverance, power, boldness, kindness, riches and above all there is liberty to win every battle in life.

There is always a sign to show the mystery of God’s presence. It is a divine experience, terrifying and bright for the people.

“2 Corinthians spoke about Moses having to wear a veil over his face because the glory of God’s presence was too terrifyingly bright for the people. It argues that in the Spirit, the veil is torn away. In God’s presence, you no longer have to wear a mask, hide your flaws, or perform to prove your worth. You are fully seen and fully loved. True liberty is the freedom to be completely authentic without fear of rejection”.

n God’s Arena of Liberty (GOAL), there is the presence of God. There is freedom to serve. The General Overseer Prophet Sunday Enu Obi offers ample opportunity to every one to serve God.

Here, there is the presence of God. There is healing, deliverance, boldness, love and liberation.

In Colossians 1:27, it says “To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.”

It is obvious that the mystery of God’s presence is manifested in Christ Jesus. Christ in you, the hope of glory.

Therefore, God’s presence is not complete without the presence of His Son Jesus Christ – Amen.

The presence of God in today’s service set the captives free from wearing masks on their faces.

It was a terrifying encounter as His presence was very glaring. There was healing, deliverance and love. Yes, it was indeed another Communion Service with its uniqueness – Alleluia!

Pst Elder Peter Elemi presenting the Intercessory prayes

The Intercessory prayer points were taken by Pst. Elder Peter Elemi to the glory of God. He praised and acknowledged His presence as he prayed for the Church, Homeless & destitutes,
-Government at all levels in Nigeria ie. Federal, State & Local Government, prayed for Flood or Disaster areas, those in Prison, Pregnant women for safe delivery.

He also prayed for Our neighbours for guidance and protection, Criminals for repentance and salvation; and Brethren for sufficient grace.

God’s Servant Prophet Sunday Enu Obi had earlier, appreciated His Master Jesus Christ by dancing round the choir stand and the Altar acknowledging His presence at all times in the Ministry and in his life.

He could not but expressed it with smiles and joy as the choir rendered melodious songs all through. His Presence was every where.

The thirty minutes worship was splendid and spiritual. The presence of God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit engulfed the entire premises. The fire was burning like never before. It ended in praises as worshippers danced to the altar to drop their offerings.

In the same spirit, testifiers could not allow the fire to quench as they rendered their testimonies to the glory of God. The Arena Echo International Choir also proved her worth as she sang her Special No to glorify God.

Prophet Sunday Enu Obi had however introduced the guest speaker and a seasoned Minister of God, Pst David Ibeh to present the Word. He started by appreciating God for the opportunity given to him to serve in this Ministry.

Delivering the Word themed “THE MYSTERY OF GOD’S PRESENCE” with anchor scripture taken from Exodus 33:14–15, the guest speaker Pst David Ibeh said
there is something greater than money, position, connections and success. That thing is the presence of God.

Moses understood this mystery.
God had promised Israel the Promise Land. God had promised them victory. God had promised them provision.

But Moses said something remarkable in Exodus 33:15.
Moses was saying: “Lord, I don’t want the blessing without the Blesser. I don’t want the promise without Your presence. I don’t want to arrive at a destination if You are not going with me.”
That is the heart of today’s message:”

Pst Ibeh said “the greatest evidence that God is with a man is not what he possesses, but what God’s presence is producing in him”.

What is God’s presence?
God’s presence is one reality expressed in three distinct dimensions.

The Universal Presence – God Is Everywhere – Psalm 139:7-10.
The Indwelling Presence – God Lives in Us – 1 Corinthians 3:16.
The Manifested Presence – God Shows Up.

He talked about the power and benefits of his presence asking, Why does His presence matter so much? What happens when you walk in the consciousness that God is with you?

We enjoy peace that surpasses all understanding, direction and clarity, production and courage, transformation and rest from striving,

How to maintain and abide in His presence. If God is already everywhere and already in you – why do so few feel Him? Because His presence is a gift – but it must be cultivated.

We must invite Him – Revelation 3:2. He will not force His way in. Surrender is the key,
Consciousness – Proverbs 3:6, His Word – Colossians 3:16, prayer and worship – Psalm 22:3 and Obedience – John 14:23.

In conclusion, “the presence of God is not a religious slogan.
It is the believer’s greatest treasure.”

Moses said:
“If thy presence go not with me, carry us not up hence.”
Today, we must ask ourselves;
What is the value of success if God’s presence is absent?
What is the value of money without peace?
What is the value of position without God’s direction?
What is the value of a beautiful house without God’s presence?
What is the value of ministry without intimacy with God?
What is the value of everything we can gain if we loose the One who gave us everything?

Jesus said in Matthew 16:26:
“For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?”

Earlier, Prophet Sunday Obi while expanciating on the Word said “the reason why I encourage the Ministers in GAOL to mount the Pulpit is to get them prepared for the future. I marvel at the rigidity of some General Overseers to be the only ones to preach always.

“What happens when they are not around? Note that it takes the presence of God for anyone to preach a message that is power packed and impactful on people’s life situation overall” he added.

“Mystery is something that is unknown, a secret, that you have tried to find out for many years, but can’t find. Mystery is to know God’s secrets, to walk in it and get what you want. Wealth is in the water, gold is in the ground”.

He recalled how part of a stream was sold and gold found in it. Most precious stones mentioned in Genesis and Revelation are underneath the earth; that crude oil when being processed for refining has numerous components, is a mystery.

Mystery Of God is hidden potential or God’s secret that you can find only when He lets you.
God being everywhere is a mystery. I have been in over 150 nations by the presence of God – Omnipresent. I can’t do it but God knows about the person – Omnipotent. People call from far, I ask for their names, and problems, pray based on that and God shows me details about their challenge and solution – Omniscient. That is God doing it. I can’t take God’s glory. For instance, a lady called from Abuja and said she could not sleep, while I was still ministering to her on phone, she fell asleep.

He mentioned Categories of the Mystery of God as being mystery of God’s Presence God’s plan to save humanity irrespective of race; Mystery of Christ and the Church which apostle Paul compares to marriage; Mistry of godliness being Jesus incarnation both as man and flesh; Mystery of the Gospel which apostle Paul describes as revelation kept secret but now revealed; which can be found in – Col 2:2-3, Eph 1:9-10, 1 Cor 1:26-27; 1 Cor 15:55, Eph 5:31-32,1 Tim 3:16, Rom 16:25-26, Eph 6:19. John 14:12 and Luke 9:1 respectively.

In summary, he said, ‘the Mystery Of God’s Presence is directed at man’s salvation, reconciliation and establishment, with Christ as the Head of all creation. You can only be what God says you are when you are in relation with Jesus.

Obi recalled a trip to Lokoja in Kogi State with his wife and aide, his visit to the Confluence point between Rivers Niger and Benue. Descending to the rivers, suddenly the atmosphere became dark as dusk because the marine powers sensed a higher power, felt threatened hence commotion in the spiritual realm. After the sight visit, as they ascended back to the road the darkness disappeared gradually and completely after all. That was because of the mystery of God’s presence on his life.

“While in Lokoja, a man he anointed broke forth in ministry by reason of God’s presence. You have it in you but you don’t know.

Scriptural References: Col 1:24-29, Is 7:14, Matt 1:23, Jh 1:14 and Matt 28:20.

Hindrances to the manifestation of God’s Presence: Sin, doubt and fear. Sin on its own may not be a hindrance but doubt and fear makes it so. Your potential could be singing etc but what prevents you from doing so becomes the sin factor. Don’t let anything prevent you from serving God in the capacity he has ordained for you.

The Corporate Prayer was anchored by Apostle Ubong Thompson as follows “O Lord God, open my eyes to behold the mystery of your presence – Exodus 33:14; open my eyes to behold your presence in miracles and wonders as you did Hagar – Genesis 21:19; destroy every satanic planting or covering preventing me from beholding your presence like Gehazi – 2 Kings 6: 17; help me to behold your presence always by the power of resurrection – Phil 3:10; help me to know your time of visitation in my life – Luke 19: 41-44; by your presence let whatever the enemy meant for evil/shame in my life turn to good; let anything resisting the manifestation of God’s presence in my life be brought down now; let every planting of the enemy in my life resisting the move of God’s presence be uprooted now – Jer 1:10; by the presence of your spirit let every sickness in my body be uprooted, as your presence goes before me, let me obtain rest on every side – Ex 33:14.

Earlier, Prophet Obi had released Prophetic Prayers saying “in these ’ember months’ let the blood of Jesus delete every handwriting of death over my life, family; all powers of darkness that have set accidents in the airways, waterways and land for my family and I scatter and die; every plan that my family and I will travel and not return safely, be reversed; let our blood be too bitter for the devil and witches to suck in Jesus Name – Amen!

The highlight of the Communion Service was the Anointing of Children against demonic pollution.

Last Tarry Night for the year/Mantle Impartation Service comes up on 25th September, 2026, by 9p.m at No. 11 Otu Ansa Street, Atimbo, Calabar..