Author: Ikenna Paschal Okpaleke

Human, son, brother, friend, Igbo, Christian, Catholic, priest, theologian and citizen.
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#SV – Zero Silence

Ikenna Paschal Okpaleke

“For Zion’s sake I will not be silent,   for Jerusalem’s sake I will not be quiet,until her vindication shines forth like the dawn   and her victory like a burning torch. Nations shall behold your vindication,   and all the kings your glory;you shall be called by a new name   pronounced by the mouth of the LORD.You shall be a glorious crown in the hand of the LORD,   a royal diadem held by your God.No more shall people call you “Forsaken, “   or your land “Desolate, “but you shall be called “My Delight, “   and your land “Espoused.”For the LORD delights in you   and makes your land his spouse.As a … Continue reading #SV – Zero Silence

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#SV – ‘Justiced-Peace’!

Ikenna Paschal Okpaleke

“Thus says the LORD:Here is my servant whom I uphold,     my chosen one with whom I am pleased,upon whom I have put my spirit;     he shall bring forth justice to the nations,not crying out, not shouting,     not making his voice heard in the street.a bruised reed he shall not break,     and a smoldering wick he shall not quench,until he establishes justice on the earth;     the coastlands will wait for his teaching. I, the LORD, have called you for the victory of justice,     I have grasped you by the hand;I formed you, and set you     as a covenant of the people,     a light for the nations,to open the eyes … Continue reading #SV – ‘Justiced-Peace’!

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#SV – Christmas 2021 Special: Joy Unhinged!

Ikenna Paschal Okpaleke

Friends, the year has been tough to so many people on so many grounds, yet Christmas brings to our doorsteps a message of joy, thereby reminding us once again the underlying effect of our faith in Christ. The Incarnation, which is at the center of our Christian faith, the mystery of God who became human for us, bringing closer to us the fullness of God’s glory, is an event of joy. Through Christ God invites us into the awe of divine presence, where all pains, sufferings, and sorrows fade away. In the joy of the Lord, we find strength to … Continue reading #SV – Christmas 2021 Special: Joy Unhinged!