According to the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, Nigeria is entering a season of greater glory in terms of peace and victory.
He made the assurance at the Nigerian Christian Centre in Abuja on Sunday during the NTA and VON annual Service of Nine Lessons and a Christmas Carol.
The theme of the 2021 service of nine lessons is “Peace, Be Still,” which is taken from the Book of Mark Chapter 4:35-41.
According to him, the theme was appropriate because Nigeria and the rest of the world are facing security, social, and economic challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“As Christians, the desired calmness is required for the manifestation of our work,” he said.
He also stated that the theme, ‘Peace, be still,’ carries three lessons: “there will be storms, but peace will follow.”
“Words of courage and power should be declared with faith and candour even in the midst of the storm.”
The archbishop emphasized that the power of faith can transform any situation, no matter how difficult.
As a result, he advised Christians to pray to God to transform the country’s problems into “peace and prosperity.”
Kaigama praised the media for its invaluable contributions to nation building and urged media practitioners to focus on strengthening social discourse, national identity, and revitalization.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols is an annual Christian worship service commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.
In nine short Bible readings from Genesis, the prophetic books, and the Gospels, the story of humanity’s fall, the promise of the Messiah, and the birth of Jesus is told.
Christmas carols, hymns, and choir music were interspersed throughout the event.
Prof. Yemi Osibanjo, Vice President, was among the dignitaries in attendance.