MAINTENANCE ALERT!!!!!!!!!!!

Hello beautiful people. I'm sorry to announce that thepennielblog would be away for few days. Just few days. There is no need to panic. Lol. We are going away for maintenance reasons. If you don't see any post from us don't be surprised. But not to worry, we are coming back better. We are coming back stronger with heavy anointing. The most important is that we are coming back to serve you better. Just expect the best come back from us. God bless all my readers and thank you so much for your understanding. 

Congratulations to Travis Greene as he gets nominated in 9 categories for The Stellar Awards

The Stellar Awards is a Gospel Music Award in the United States of America where gospel music artist, writers, and industry professionals are being honored. It's time to honour the "make a way" singer as he gets 9 nominations. Do you think he deserves to go home with all 9 awards? Let's hope he does. And again it's his birthday today. Happy Birthday Travis and congratulations.
He shared the good news on his social media pages.

"GOD continues to amaze me. I am incredibly humbled to have been Officially nominated for a whopping NINE @thestellars Awards this year. See you in Vegas on March 25th, family - thank you to everyone who voted and to all of my supporters!!! #greenelightmusic #rcainspiration #travisgreene #stellarawards"

Imagine God pairing you with an unknown. Lol

As seen on Gbenga Adeyinka's page

"I was odd, very very, despised, not liked, disregarded". Sola Allyson share words of encouragement

The "eji owuro" singer and minister shared the story of her beginnings and how far God has brought her. 

"Are you weak and heavy laden? 

Is there trouble anywhere? 

Do not be discouraged 

Take it to The Lord in prayer! 

There was a time it seemed so lonely in my walk. Nobody around me understood me. I wanted to express myself the way I was inspired. My line of inspiration was unusual, I wasn't sounding like a regular gifted person should sound. I wasn't using the popular lines people in my immediate environment used. Not because I deliberately wanted to be that way, but because the things that come into my head from my heart are just like that!!! I was odd. Very very. And so I was despised. Not liked. Disregarded. My own wilderness experience! 

I was praying. I really prayed. Ha, I prayed. Fasting, biribiri fasting o! Because I knew, still know, that GOD must have a reason for making me that way! I am not a mistake. The things in my head are not against GOD,  just that my people hadn't heard it that way before. I felt discouraged, but hope kept me on. HOPE!!! Then something happened that made some things happen! I don't know how. I cannot even remember many things now. Some things sha happened. In levels, processes, phases. And here we are. Emi ree o!  And things are still happening, still in levels, processes and phases. (The "there" of now cannot be compared to the "theres" that we look forward to!) Be encouraged! Shebi it seems you're having no result now, abi? It looks like nobody wants to listen to you or consider your own ideas. Nobody even 'loves' you! They don't even appreciate all your efforts. You've prayed and prayed, keep on. You're fasting, keep on. You've tried to make them see. You're angry sef. You're faithful and obedient, keep on. Be passionate. Be encouraged. Be focussed. Be diligent. Be excellent. As you keep on, adjusting the adjustable, growing and getting better, adding to knowledge, being sharper in the "spiri" tins, something shall happen that will make some things happen! Iwo gan a gba! 😀

#Yoo daa!"

"over godly wives". Please tell them sir

All hail some over godly wives. Lol.
As shared by evangelist Mike Bamiloye.

Only you, I'm an Usher. Only you, I'm in Counseling. You again, I'm in prayer unit. Still you, I'm in welfare. You haven't still finished o, I'm a Sunday school teacher. After service, I'm in sanctuary department. Kilode! Aunty, you alone in all these departments. How do you now have your own personal time with God? How do you even take care of your home? Your husband, your kids. Some people need to be told being in every department in church doesn't guarantee ticket to heaven.

What is Woli Arole trying to say to Governor Akinwunmi Ambode

Our one and only Woli and his partner in crime Asiri Comedy were spotted today with the Governor of Lagos State, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode.  It was gathered that the governor hosted some artist at the State house earlier today and Woli was present.

19 years in marriage, 9 miscarriages, 4 IVF and a beautiful baby born naturally. Who says there is no God.

An instagram user shared her story of Thanksgiving after God blessed her with a beautiful daughter having been married for 19 years. I just have to celebrate with this woman. Congratulations in a big way.

"Forever my praises shall be heard in at the nooks  and crannies of the world for what the most high God has done. Just like Anna, he took my reproach away and gave me joy everlasting. I have search through eternity but they is no one I can compare with this God who makes impossible situation possible. My God who made a barren woman of 19 year sing for joy of motherhood after 9 miscarriages, 4 IVF but then gave a child naturally at the time i least expected. E ba mi pe oruko re, emi ni tin je emi ni. The one who promises and fulfills it at his own time. What can I say or how can I explain or describe  this God. God your praises will always be heard from my abode. Yahweh the miracle working God.

I bless your name for who you are. No matter what we might be going through know that God is in the midst of it. He might be silence but definitely working on your situation and at its own appointed time he would show forth for the glory of his name."

See another beautiful picture of our cutie. 

All the days of your life, the good Lord shall watch over you. The hand of the Lord shall rest upon you in every of your doings in Jesus Name. Amen. 

See who visited Bishop David Oyedepo today at Canaan Land

The Politician who was a former Aviation Minister and former Director of Media and Publicity of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Campaign Organization was at Sango Ota earlier today where he paid a visit to Papa Oyedepo. He regarded Bishop as one of God's end time generals and a great blessing to Nigeria and the church.
See what he had to say about Bishop and his visit below.

It was an honor to spend some time with one of the most courageous men in our country today at his magnificent home at Canaan land.

Bishop David Oyedepo is one of God's endtime generals and a great blessing to Nigeria and the Church. May God continue to use him mightily.

Comedian Ali Baba set to sponsor 10 couples for IVF

Remember we published few days ago about Ali Baba sponsoring 3 couples for IVF which would be exclusively coordinated by Nordica Fertility Clinic. The goodnews we have is that there is room for additional 7 couples making them 10 couples now. All thanks to Ali Baba and everyone who supported. The procedure to follow has been published by Nordica. You can read below.

"ALIBABA JANUARY 1st CONCERT & FTSF 2017

Alibaba’s January 1st Concert in collaboration with FTSF and Alibaba & Friends have decided to give free treatment to 10 lucky couples.

Nordica will provide free comprehensive fertility assessment to 20 selected couples out of which the 10 lucky couples will be further selected.

PARTICIPATION

To participate in this year’s edition, fertility challenged couples are to send 2 mins video of their fertility journey (from their own regular phone number registered on Whatsapp) OR a short story of their fertility journey of not more than 250 words to 0906 795 4727 (via Whatsapp) or  HYPERLINK "mailto:info@ftsfnigeria.org" info@ftsfnigeria.org. The content of the video and/or short story must include how long the couple have been married and their age. You are mandated to provide the following information:

Name of Husband & Age

Name of Wife & Age

Location

Phone Number

Email Address

(video entries will be an added advantage) 

Terms & Conditions apply; please visit www.ftsfnigeria.org

@alibabagcfr @olori_ranti_ajayi"

Nathaniel Bassey shares about Sexual sin, guilt and relationship with God

"SEX AND WORSHIP

There's is a connection between sexual purity and a healthy "life of worship and time of worship". First, worship has to be in the beauty of Holiness, that is, holiness of heart, mind and body. In motive and action, because God is Holy.

That's the reason one of the biggest hinderances to true worship is sexual immorality. You must understand that a sexual activity is in itself an act of worship. In fact, it is the earthly parallel of our spiritual and highest form of relationship with God, worship.

Many of you would agree with me on this, if you are a Christian, I mean, A born again Christian, who loves God and eschews evil, you would have noticed that worshipping God  becomes difficult after you fall into a sexual sin. Note, I said sexual sin, as this may not only be limited to just sexual intercourse with the opposite sex. Because sexual sin is one that not only involves your body, but you mind and Spirit.

In fact, you may have cried and repented, and God being who He is will always forgive, but you would notice having that sweet fellowship and communion becomes a struggle for some time. You know why? Because the soul which is the seat of our feelings and emotions was disturbed and corrupted. And while God has forgiven the you, you nonetheless enter into a struggle within you. Deep in your soul, which is now grappling with a NEW personality. What is referred to as a soul tie. I'm not talking about people who are habitual sexual sinners here, who have learnt and mastered the act of shrugging off any feeling of conviction, because after a while their conscience become insensitive and unresponsive. If you are here, please run back to Jesus quickly. I'm talking of sincere lovers of God who have made mistakes or have struggles in this area, and battling to be free.

Have you ever wondered why the scripture urges us to FLEE when it comes to sexual sins? The reason is not far fetched.

But here is the good news, there is a way out. JESUS. The blood of Jesus is available to set us free. And as we make a choice to live in holiness, God's grace comes to strengthen. But we must make a choice and decision as free moral agents.

Shalom."

An Interesting reminder to the Penniel Ladies in the house

That was how I was on my own one day and I saw a video where ladies were asked who to choose between a Keke guy that had hopes of a future and a G wagon guy that would beat them in marriage. See me thinking these ladies won't fall my hands o. Only for out of about 7 ladies, it was just one that chose Keke man. Chei. That was the day i received a big blow. I was so disappointed. Some said they would rather prefer to be beaten and enjoy the G wagon. Looks like some people haven't seen money before and they dare not touch. Imagine seeing the G wagon, living in the mansion and the man makes life so miserable for the woman that she can't even enjoy the car nor even sleep in the mansion. May God renew some ladies mind. Amen. 

That moment Segun Obe thinks the Police Officer was coming for his arrest

The singer, song writer and voice coach who was out to see a friend was approached by a Nigerian police officer, thinking he had violated a law or committed an offence. Only for the Police officer to give him a smile and simply asked for a photograph with the singer. See what he shared below.

"This picture inspires me to inspire someone today...went to see a friend over the weekend and cane across this officer who approached me,I was like Oh wow...am I under arrest? Lol...he laughed and said, never sir...not your kind of person...I want to take a picture with you so I can show my wife I saw you...I have been following your career for many years and my family and I love you, it just made all the sleepless nights of work work work worth it all...somebody is watching you, you are the epistle some people read. ..what story are you "producing" with your life...is it inspiring? Live to inspire EVERYONE.#YourWeekIsBlessed"

Imagine a police officer telling you to your face you are not that kind of person. I totally agree with Segun Obe, you never know who is watching you. You never know the number of lives you are impacting with your ways and lifestyle. It's always good to live an exemplary life. Cos a day will come that someone will appear from no where an reveal your entire self to you. Live for God and live selfless. 

See this beautiful picture of Pastor Laurie Idahosa at 14

Her husband Bishop Feb Idahosa shared the beautiful picture on his instagram page. This was at age 14 going to 15. And according to Pastor Feb, that was the period he met his pretty woman. They actually met as teenagers. It's a wow from me.

Pretty woman. 

How is your Sunday like today? Check out these VISION tweets by Pastor Sam Adeyemi

Timi Dakolo expresses love for Bishop David Oyedepo

The 2007 Idol West Africa winner and songwriter was at Winners Chapel Port Harcourt and paid a visit to the church library. He shared the picture below from the library.

"I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED BISHOP DAVID OYEDEPO .. HIS INSIGHT AND HOW REVEALS GOD PRINCIPLES.. HIS BOOKS QUICKENS AND UPLIFTS.. SEE HOW HAPPY I AM STANDING IN  WINNERS CHAPEL PORT HARCOURT BOOKSHOP... I NEED BOOK FOR 2017"

Could Mama Sumbo Adeoye be pregnant? See the throwback picture she shared as she prays a Fruitful prayer

The mother of two and wife of Pastor David Adeoye who is the General Overseer of the Royalty Christian Centre shared this beautiful baby bump photo on her social media page. This picture look so recent and gorgeous. We can't wait to receive the beautiful baby or perhaps, babies. You never can tell, it could just be twins. This would the first baby the Adeoye's would receive since their marriage.
She her Fruitful prayer below.

"#FLASHBACK Do you understand the integrity of our God? He said In Exodus 23:26 ...and none will miscarry or be barren in your land. I will give you a full life span". Wow! That's an assurance we can't count on. So this goes to encourage anyone who has suffered any loss , hang in there and trust God absolutely. Has He said it, will He not do it? If it's delayed, it's because God wants to come BIG. Wait for it."

See the throw back picture of Joyce Meyer and Dave

The picture was shared by Joyce Meyer. Joyce doesn't really look much different but Dave looked extremely different from now.

Lol. Lobatan!!!!!

Officer oooooo. 

Nigerian Pastor based in Texas blesses Yoruba Actor with some cool cash and a car

Apostle Tope Onileowo of Rock of Prayer Christian Centre in Houston Texas saw a movie by Muyiwa Ademola titled "ori" and ever since he saw the movie, he had promised to gift Muyiwa Ademola some cash to appreciate him for producing such movie. Well Muyiwa Ademola who is presently vacationing in Houston Texas met the man of God and the man of God handed the cash to him and afterwards, telling him the Holy Spirit also directed he give a car to Muyiwa. That was how God just ordered Muyiwa's step to his blessing.

"ORI" a 14 year old film that keep bringing me fortune👏. He is Apostle Tope Onileowo. He said he watched "ORI" for the first time about 4 months ago, he wept, started asking about me and God said he should give me some amount(in dollars💲😉), he started taking the money around with him coz I was still in Naija then. We met when I got here and he gave me the money. Now he said God directed him to bless me with this car. Indeed God knows our inner thoughts😎. Please join me in thanking him and praying for his ministry Rock of Prayer Christian Centre in Houston TX. Much love sir."

Dare Justified teaches Pastor Tunde Bakare some dancing steps. See picture

You see this guy Dare Justified, the first time I witnessed his praise was at Conquerors Assembly. I was actually pregnant. And was kind of tired. But when this guy started, chei, the tiredness disappeared o. The roof came down, you know that kind of roof now. The environment was filled with the power of the Holy Ghost. The praise was in in different dimension, his dance styles were in higher realm. You know those kind of David's dance. I danced o. Please guys, watch out for this guy cos the wind of God is taking him far beyond his imagination. Keep soaring Dare.

"I feel so blessed..... These pictures you are seeing speak volume,( very loud) and(they) also mean alot to me. His Grace has brought me thus far. I am just a living proof of what God can do in a Man's life. U just have to believe God for everything. Let your imagination have no limit, as far as your faith can reach. Who am I? ANU NI MORI GBA. Thank you Pastor Tunde Bakare and Later Rain Assembly. #ifyouknowmystoryyougothankGodformylife #breakingboundaries #liftingseverywhere #nationsatmybeckandfeet #doorsopeningintheirownaccord #dontgiveupinthatwhichyoubelievein"