True Children of The Father

By Grace ObomanuSeptember 30, 20220 Comments

“In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven. For he gives his sunlight to both the evil and the good, and he sends rain on the just and the unjust alike.”
Matthew 5:45 NLT

One of the greatest and exciting revelations I have received in my Christian life is that “I am a Child of God“. The Most High God, the Creator of the heavens and the earth is my Father! As far as I can see there’s nothing more honorable than this; I am born of God! Halleluyah!

The Father loves me, He watches over me, He looks out for me, He has the best plan for my life. I am truly special, and you are too, because He is your Father also. For as many as have received Jesus as Lord and Saviour, enjoy the Fatherhood of God. Halleluyah!

In Mathew chapter 5, the Lord Jesus shares some characteristics of the Father, and interestingly He believes I can act just as the Father does…

“You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven. For He gives his sunlight to both the evil and the good, and he sends rain on the just and the unjust alike. If you love only those who love you, what reward is there for that? Even corrupt tax collectors do that much. If you are kind only to your friends, how are you different from anyone else? Even pagans do that. But you are to be perfect, even as your Father in heaven is perfect.”
Matthew 5:43‭-‬48 NLT

The Father is good and kind to all (the good, the bad and ugly). Love is His nature and He loves unconditionally.

So yes, I am forever thankful to be a child of God, to be loved, nurtured, shielded, provided for, by Him. But then I also want to be a true reflection of my Father….Jesus believed I could…

I want to love like He loves, not only those who love me, but even those who hate me.

I want to pray for everyone, not just my friends and family, but also for those who strongly oppose and persecute me.

I want to be kind to everyone; not just to those who extend kind gestures towards me, but also to those whom I see working so hard to undo me.

I want to do good to everyone, everywhere.

I want to be a true child of my Father.

True children of the Father are just as kind, forgiving, generous, good, just as He is.

Are you one of them? Jesus thought you could be.

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AboutGrace Obomanu

Grace obomanu is a Christian Blogger and Founder; 'Grace Obomanu Foundation'. Grace is an inspiring writer who intentionally projects the truth of God's word by sharing simple yet profound truths from the Bible. She writes with a revelational thrust, sharing wisdom, insights relatable to everyday living with particular emphasis on Victorious Christian Living. Her foundation, a non-profit trustee, continues to make impact, adding value to people's lives through outreaches, mentorship, bible teachings and counseling, partnerships. Grace has a diploma in Ministerial Training (with emphasis on Spiritual Leadership from Rhema Bible Training Center Nigeria. She trained as a medical doctor and has years of experience in Health Systems Management. She also holds a master's degree in Public Health from the University of Liverpool.

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GRACE OBOMANU is committed to seeing believers enjoy a closer relationship with the Father through a steady improvement in their knowledge of His Word. She passionately shares the gospel of Christ; teaching and counselling using different platforms- online, to groups and communities. She believes that every believer can live a life of perpetual victory through the right application of the message Faith which works through LOVE and Hope in Christ. Grace is a graduate of Rhema Bible Training Centre Nigeria. She trained as a Medical Doctor and holds a master's degree in Public Health (Health Systems Management Track) from the University of Liverpool, United Kingdom. She fellowships and serves at The Carpenter's Church, Port Harcourt Nigeria.

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“Dr. Grace is a seasoned and inspiring writer and positive blogger. I admire her style of expressing the truth in simple terms. She has consistently been a source of inspiration to many. I don’t know how she does it…balancing family, ministry and work, and being excellent on all fronts. I guess the answer is in her name…Grace!

I have also known her as a passionate public health physician. She is daring and resolute in making a public health impact. She is a go-getter yet courteous and emotionally intelligent.
Thus, I gladly and unreservedly give Grace a 5-star rating for striving for excellence in her service to humanity.

Dr. I. O
Port Harcourt, Nigeria”

My encounter with graceobomanu’s blog dates back to 2018. I remember the post centered on putting on the armour of God. Wow…you can’t help but notice her masterfully crafted blend of spiritual truth interspersed with humour, yet very simple and profound. I have followed her posts from then on. I see an intentional pattern of projecting the truth of God’s word consistent with the finished work of Christ, which has endeared me to her blog. This is the real deal if you are looking for a breath of fresh air!

Circa, 2018 I was drowning in so many crises ranging from marital to health, to financial to academic.

I was thrown into confusion, not knowing what more to do. Then an acquaintance introduced me to the Grace Obomanu Foundation (GOF).

From times of counselling to actual financial intervention, I began to gradually pick myself up.

At this point also, I had just started a Master’s programme and without even asking, the foundation sent me a mini laptop which actually came one month before my classes began. It was divine intervention.

I stand to acknowledge the great benefits that the foundation has brought into my life.

My appreciation is profound

My experience with Dr. Grace of TWGO has been quite fulfilling and nothing short of amazing. I found her by chance, or so I thought, after seeking someone neutral to discuss critical issues with. I made enquiries with several counsellors and TWGO were the first to respond. After an initial consultation I was booked in for the following day. I haven’t looked back since and have really benefited from my sessions. I now realise my coming across TWGO was not coincidental. They are word-based, non-judgmental and so empathetic. You leave the sessions feeling like you have really progressed and the advice is real and not fluffy talk. I would recommend TWGO to every and anyone wanting to find the tools required to move to the next level of their emotional journey and experience wholeness.

I have known Dr Grace Obomanu long before she started the Grace Obomanu blog. We attended the same church. We were not that close but i had an admiration for her composure. In 2016 i started reading her posts on fb and was very intrigued by the refreshing but simple ways in which she revealed truths in the scriptures. Her style of dealing with knotty topics without deviating from God’s word got me hooked. So it was a privilege and honor to be invited to be part of the The Word with Grace Obomanu Team. One major thing i learnt from her is to stick with the word in counselling and not your feelings or opinions. Sometimes she reasons with God”s word and her humility in succumbing to God’s word never ceases to amaze me. That has helped me in confronting and overcoming issues in my life and in counselling others…..no matter how knotty or trivial the issue are. Her ministry has helped my faith to be settled and grounded. All i can simply say is here is a woman who simply knows her Lord and His word and stakes her life on Him!

I have had the privilege of knowing Dr. Grace Obomanu for more than 15 years, and I cannot stress enough what an exceptional individual she is. Her true nature may not be immediately apparent until you have the opportunity to interact with her. I was particularly taken aback when she started blogging because it revealed a side of her that I had never seen before.

It brings me immense joy to provide this testimonial for her, as she exemplifies the qualities of being composed, diligent, and having an unwavering passion for God.

First and foremost, Dr. Grace is one of the most poised and tranquil individuals I have ever encountered. Regardless of the situation or circumstances, she always maintains a calm and collected demeanor. Her ability to stay composed, even in the face of challenges, is truly admirable. This tranquility enables her to approach problems and obstacles with a clear mind, making her an outstanding problem solver and an invaluable asset to any team or project.

Furthermore, she epitomizes diligence. She possesses an incredible work ethic and an unwavering drive to excel in everything she undertakes. I have personally witnessed her unwavering dedication and determination, and it is truly inspiring.

As she continues to pursue her unique purpose, I pray that God will continue to uphold her and multiply grace in her life. O. E. Port Harcourt. Nigeria.

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