I have seen many Nigerians panicking since the news went live that the Naira now exchanges with the Dollar at the ratio 400:1. Let me say that panicking is an immature approach to it all. The only mature approach now includes FAITH and ACTION. Over a month ago, I gave out a warning here on NL concerning the action side of it which is found here: https://www.nairaland.com/2877866/nigerian-economy-may-collapse-2016#42152464

Now, let me talk about the faith side: I know that, in the real sense, faith and religion are two different things. But, although they are different, we all know how they are generally associated with each other to the extent that everyday language now also uses the word 'faith' to mean religion. I can only say that what faith is to an individual, religion is to a group/institution and what religion is to the external realms, faith is to the internal realms. Both are supposed to be a concern with God - which is why they are commonly associated with each other.

So, what am I saying? You could have religion without faith or faith without religion. But, since Nigerians are so religious, this is an opportunity to prove the genuineness of their faith at the individual personal levels - far far away from mere religious associations. Faith is a direct opposite of fear. So, if we have faith, it should show in our equanimity in the midst of the challenge. As the Bible says "When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, There is lifting up" (Job 22:29).

Nigerians, we have a wonderful opportunity to really do more than pay a lip service to this scriptural injunction. This is a real time "when men are cast down". Then, let's really say from the depth of our hearts, "there is lifting up". If we do, it will show in our attitude; we'll at least know personal peace in the midst of the huge challenge, and we'd get solution far faster - both as individuals and as a country. As I write this, I can tell you with absolute certainty that "THERE IS LIFTING UP". I am totally shielded from it all. Instead of it to work against me, it works for me (cf. Romans 8:28). Claim this for yourself too - if it's also true of you.

That's all I can say.

Freelanswer:
I have seen many Nigerians panicking since the news went live that the Naira now exchanges with the Dollar at the ratio 400:1. Let me say that panicking is an immature approach to it all. The only mature approach now includes FAITH and ACTION. Over a month ago, I gave out a warning here on NL concerning the action side of it which is found here: https://www.nairaland.com/2877866/nigerian-economy-may-collapse-2016#42152464

Now, let me talk about the faith side: I know that, in the real sense, faith and religion are two different things. But, although they are different, we all know how they are generally associated with each other to the extent that everyday language now also uses the word 'faith' to mean religion. I can only say that what faith is to an individual, religion is to a group/institution and what religion is to the external realms, faith is to the internal realms. Both are supposed to be a concern with God - which is why they are commonly associated with each other.

So, what am I saying? You could have religion without faith or faith without religion. But, since Nigerians are so religious, this is an opportunity to prove the genuineness of their faith at the individual personal levels - far far away from mere religious associations. Faith is a direct opposite of fear. So, if we have faith, it should show in our equanimity in the midst of the challenge. As the Bible says "When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, There is lifting up" (Job 22:29).

Nigerians, we have a wonderful opportunity to really do more than pay a lip service to this scriptural injunction. This is a real time "when men are cast down". Then, let's really say from the depth of our hearts, "there is lifting up". If we do, it will show in our attitude; we'll at least know personal peace in the midst of the huge challenge, and we'd get solution far faster - both as individuals and as a country. As I write this, I can tell you with absolute certainty that "THERE IS LIFTING UP". I am totally shielded from it all. Instead of it to work against me, it works for me (cf. Romans 8:28). Claim this for yourself too - if it's also true of you.

That's all I can say.

Buhari/APC are now partnering with churches to brainwash Nigerians.... How does this jargon help our economy??

Change o..
Sai Baba Olodo!

Hmmm

"THERE IS LIFTING UP".

I strongly believe this,though JonaTAN's crew and the thieves in APC were really crying because stealing is now corruption.

Productivity is our answer. Faith can procure wisdom to help boost productivity. Our focal point should be PRODUCTIVITY.

kilode100:


Buhari/APC are now partnering with churches to brainwash Nigerians.... How does this jargon help our economy??

Change o..
Sai Baba Olodo!

Can you imagine the jagbajantis the zombie put up there. So we should be praying hoping that naira sommersaults back to 1$ = 100N. You've been praying 40 years after shedding millions of innocent blood to keep the country in 'oil unity' There is only practicable thing to do, take your money and put under your pillow.The Dulllard will soon start taking 20% of your savings and call it 'tax', now that oil is approaching 10$/barrel. Dig holes and save earnings, else the dull one will take it and keep wasting it on foreign trips, medical tourism and Zahra school fees abroad. May the economy crash on his head and his head only.

All I would tell PMB right now is to shield himself from bad advisers in his cabinet. The idea 20% tax on savings and etc is not beyond the imaginations of some sick ppl surrounding him.


His administration will get into deeper trouble real quick if he continues to listen to these sick advisers.

they have begin to feel the pinch of the hardship, they are not immune from hunger,a hungry man is an angry man, their eyes don red, Oduas welcome to wailing wailers,no more sai baba