God be praised, Jesus is Lord
As the December 7th- 12 date for Shiloh 2021 at Canaanland steadily approaches, members of the Youth Alive Choir and talented worshippers from different Areas recently convened at the Area 59 Facility for a night of loud praise to honor and glorify Almighty God, in unison of spirit.

SHABACH
Performing in groups and individually on stage at the Area 59 facility last Friday, November 19, where the whole congregation worshipped, sang along and danced to the glory of God, until the night ended, during the annual SHABACH night.

Area 59- 1/3 Franklin Adejuwon, Olusesi-Iju Ishaga
This local arm of Living Faith Church, under the spiritual authority of Bishop David Oyedepo, which is situated at 1/3 Franklin Adejuwon close, Sesi Busstop, lifted their voices in high praise at SHABACH 2021, where participants from other areas, zones and invitees said they enjoyed a night of fun, entertainment and an opportunity to worship God in togetherness spirit.

The "loud praise" event featured musical performances, poetry as well as spiritual food to enhance a relationship with God. The evening included a Biblical message from Pastor Ajibola Abimbola, Head Pastor for Area 59, and a short address by Brother Franklin Azuka, the Area 59 Youth Representative.


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High Praise
Loud applause rented the air as the Youth Alive Fellowship- Area Choir rendered beautiful melodies to worship the most high God, first as a band, and then individually. Progressing with the choir leader, Brother Yomi, elevating the high praise to another level.

Message
Pastor Ajibola energetically delivered a captivating message on the Glory of the Church and how the youths are God's battle axes in the end time agenda, citing Micah chapter 4 verse 1, as lead anchor scripture.

"Young people are the ones God is looking for, you don't give a vision to an old man who is close to his grave, God is putting visions in the hands of young men and women. Micah 4 verse 1 is painting imagery to capture certain specific agendas for the end times. The church will overtake other institutions already in place, other religions become irrelevant and the church becomes popular. If Faith Tabernacle is scaring you, wait for The Ark, and if that is not enough, wait for the one that God is planning next"

Both Pastor Ajibola and Brother Frank are well-known Living Faith leaders, as well as spiritual mentors. During the Youth Alive Fellowship convention held in September, Brother Frank led an awareness campaign where he stated that "Supernatural strength in our natural realm requires not just prayers, but to align with God’s purpose of restoring Man to fellowship with God."

Dignitaries,
After taking the stage, Pastor Ajibola, introduced other Area Heads in attendance which included Heads of Areas, 26- Denro, 32-Fagba, 25- Akute and 61- Adiyan. Shortly after, Brother Frank welcomed the zonal representatives. Applause and standing ovation also followed Dean's performance, an invitee, who led the crowd in colorful rendition of popular Christian songs, followed by some God inspired wordplay from another zonal representative.

Performance
Before closing the evening in worship, high praise and general dancing, Pastor Ajibola charged the congregation to collectively shout praises unto the Lord. Then, Pastor Frank announced the reading of testimonies, notably the miracle alert, before welcoming Pastor Ikechukwu on stage for the closing special number.

Testimonies.
Put your hands up for Jesus, somebody, look at your neighbor and shout hallelujah.

"Praise the Lord, Sister Cynthia came to the concert, without any money except the little she would use to buy something for her baby, but in the course of the high praise, while dancing and praising God, received a miracle alert".

SHABACH 2021 ended with a closing remark from Brother Frank, thanking everyone in attendance and contributed to the success of the program, as everyone unanimously agreed that night in God's presence would be a memorable one in the community.

Many in attendance admitted that the night provided a much needed break from daily bustle to reconnect with God,

"Being here tonight, somewhat relieved me of stress, from a spiritual standpoint" an occasional worshipper by the name of Prince Chinedu stated “I kind of feel more connected to God, my spirituality and Christianity, I'm glad to be here.”