By Wilson Adekumola
A Catholic priest Delta State, Rev. Fr. Malachy Okonkwo, has called on Nigerians to change their association and embrace positive lifestyle.
The cleric made this urge in his homily Sunday at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Okpanam, Oshimili North Local Government Area of the state
The Holy Mass was organized on behalf of Mrs Marian Nweke, a journalist with Delta Broadcasting Service, Warri, who was one of the former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa’s press crew, to appreciate God for surviving a road accident.
While calling on Christians to serve God with their whole heart, the Catholic priest urged them to engage in positive activities and live like Jesus Christ, adding whatever they know that is wrong they should avoid it.
“We thank God for the life of our sister, Marian, but if you have survived from January, you have more reasons to say, God, who am I? Thank you.
“No matter what you have experienced, be grateful to God; no matter, what you encounter, call His name with faith and He will answer you.
“There are lots of fake things in our market, that is sin, some people are selling expired drugs, that is sin, you should avoid such lifestyle for you to have peace of mind.
“It is wrong; you that is engaging in such action, would you say that you are not committing sin? Do not allow sin to grow in your life; say no to sin; wickedness in our society.
“If you have survived a fatal accident, you will know that you cannot thank God enough for His protection. When you see things that happens on the road, you will say, God thank you.
“It is important for you to change your lifestyle, change your associations and know how to move forward for better results. God answers prayers. When Christians call the name of God in faith, He answers.
“Never underestimate the power of simple prayers, sometimes, you shout the name of Jesus in faith and things happen for your good,” Fr. Malachi said.
Nweke was accompanied by her husband, Stephens, family members, colleagues, and friends during the thanksgiving.
