FEAR NOT, THE STONE IS ROLLS OVER... VEN. KANTA.
FROM : AYODELE AJOGE, BIRNIN-KEBBI.
Christians in Kebbi State have been enjoined to fear not despite the security challenges plaguing the State and the entire Country becaus the Stone is rolled over.
This is contained in an Easter message to Christians across the State by the Chairman, Archdeaconry of Birnin-Kebbi Anglican Communion, Venerable Ayuba Kanta as Christians in Kebbi State joined their counterparts all over the world to celebrate this year Easter.
Quoting from the gospel of St. Mark 16:3,6, the Cleric said, while Mary Magdalene, Mary, James's mother and Salome set out to demonstrate their love for the Crucified Lord Jesus, their major challenge was the large stone used to secure the tomb where Jesus was buried.
Pointing out that as they approached the entrance to the tomb, behold, the stone had been rolled away, even though it was a large stone. God sent His angel to roll away the stone for the benefit of humanity under the slavery of sin.
"Friends, I ask you, what is that big stone that is a challenge in your life, your family, your business, your work, your community and in Nigeria?
Don't be alarmed! I have good news for you, just look up to God, don't imagine the size of the stone (challenges)." He said.
Kanta who is also the Chairman, Christians Association of Nigeria (CAN) Kebbi State, urged Christians to take a step of faith, assuring that the power that rolled away the stone at the tomb of Jesus Christ will roll away every obstacle that stands on their way to progress.
According to him, the daunting socio-economic, political and insecurity issues that continued to hold the nation to ransom will soon become history, as God will roll away every 'big stone' including bad and corrupt leaders, sponsors and all supporters of evil that are a problem to you as individuals, families and as a nation.
Adding that the resurrection of Jesus Christ against all odds, is a sign that we would all get out of our individual and corporate challenges, like the three women, let us demonstrate our love for God, for one another and for our nation. As we play our part, God is faithful, He will perfect everything that concerns us and our nation.