By Michael Nnebife
The Archbishop, Province on the Niger, and Bishop, Diocese of Awka in Anglican Communion, Most Revd Alexander Ibezim, has advised Christian fathers to seek Jesus Christ in truth and spirit so as to manifest full potential and glory of God in their lives.
The Archbishop gave the advice in his message to Anglican fathers during the 2024 Father’s Sunday Celebrations in the Anglican Diocese of Awka and Anglican Communion the world over.
According to the Archbishop whose message was presented by the Revd Canon Azubuike Mgbikeh, to fathers at Our Saviour’s Church, Awka, Christian fathers are not only a living testimony of God’s glory, but also the glory of every home.
Archbishop Ibezim said, ‘Without the sacrifices and unwavering assistance of the fathers to mothers, the home may not be a safe place to live.’
While noting that a man must surrender totally to the Lordship of Christ to manifest his full potential and the glory of God, Ibezim admonished fathers to have the fear of God and keep His commandments.
The Prelate thanked God for giving the fathers the privilege to overcome the challenges of the perilous times.
He congratulated the fathers on the 2024 Father’s Sunday Celebrations, praying that their labour in various areas of service to God and humanity would never go unrewarded.
Also, the Revd Canon Mgbikeh, who is the priest in charge of Our Saviour’s Church, advised the celebrants to be godly fathers and pastors of their homes.
He emphasized the need for fathers to always compliment their wives and pray for them and the children to succeed in life.
The Special Sunday service with the theme, ”Christian Fathers: The Living Testimony of God’s Glory”, featured special rendition by the fathers; prayers for the religious and political leaders, especially the Governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Soludo; his Deputy, Dr Onyeka Ibezim; Nigeria’s President, Ahmed Bola Tinubu; among others.
