Saved and Bold: Why You Shouldn’t Hide Your Faith | David Iwuji Blog Saved and Bold: Why You Shouldn’t Hide Your Faith By David Iwuji “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation…” — Romans 1:16 (KJV) There’s pressure today to hide your faith. To be silent when you should speak. To blend in when you were born to stand out. But before you turn twenty, you must understand: your faith isn’t a secret to be kept — it’s a fire to be seen. 🔥 The World Is Loud. You Must Be Louder — With Love Culture is unashamed to promote sin. Music, movies, influencers — they preach boldly every day. If they’re not ashamed of sin, why should you be ashamed of truth? “Let your light so shine before men…” — Matthew 5:16 (KJV) You were saved to shine, not to hide. 💡 Boldness Is Not Being Loud — It’s Being Loyal You don’t need a microphone to be bold. You need consistency...

When God Speaks: How to Hear and Follow His Voice | David Iwuji Blog When God Speaks: How to Hear and Follow His Voice By David Iwuji “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” — John 10:27 (KJV) Hearing God’s voice is not a privilege for the spiritually elite—it's a birthright for every believer, especially you, even before you turn twenty. You don’t need to wait till you’re older, ordained, or on a mountain retreat. God is speaking now. The question is: Are you listening? 🗣️ God Still Speaks—Loud and Clear From Genesis to Revelation, God spoke: To Abraham through visions To Moses through fire To Samuel through a gentle call at night To Mary through an angel To Jesus in prayer And today, He still speaks —through His Word, His Spirit, dreams, convictions, and prophetic voices. 🏃 How to Hear God’s Voice as a Teen 1. Start with the W...

The Fire of Consistency: How Discipline Shapes Your Destiny | David Iwuji Blog The Fire of Consistency: How Discipline Shapes Your Destiny By David Iwuji “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much…” — Luke 16:10 (KJV) Consistency is not glamorous. It rarely feels exciting. But if you want to carry fire, walk in purpose, and fulfill destiny, consistency is the secret key you must master before you turn twenty. 🔥 Consistency Is the Fire That Keeps Burning Anyone can start. Many do. But very few stay consistent long enough to grow strong roots. Praying for one week is good. But praying every day builds power. Studying God’s Word once in a while helps. But feeding daily brings transformation. “Continue in my word… then are ye my disciples indeed.” — John 8:31 (KJV) 🧱 Discipline Builds Spiritual Muscles Your spirit needs training li...

Voices That Shape Your Future: Why Mentorship Matters | David Iwuji Blog Voices That Shape Your Future: Why Mentorship Matters By David Iwuji “Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.” — Proverbs 11:14 (KJV) You were never created to figure out life alone. In every generation, God raises voices of wisdom— mentors —to guide, instruct, warn, and build you up. Before you turn twenty, your future depends on the voices you listen to. Some voices will drain you. Others will build you. Mentorship can make the difference between failure and fulfillment. 🧠 What Is Mentorship? Mentorship is when someone who has walked a path helps you walk it better. It’s a relationship of wisdom, guidance, and accountability. You may have talent. You may have fire. But without a mentor, you may lack direction—and even fire without direction can destroy. 💡 Why You Need a Mentor Befo...

Discovering Purpose in the Secret Place | David Iwuji Blog Discovering Your Purpose in the Secret Place By David Iwuji “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” — Psalm 91:1 (KJV) Before God gives you a public voice, He calls you to a private place. Before you shake your world, you must be shaped in His presence. And before you turn twenty, your greatest discoveries won’t be made on social media or in school—they’ll be made in the secret place with God. 🌌 What Is the Secret Place? It’s not a physical location. It’s the atmosphere of intimacy with God. It’s when you shut out the noise, close the door, silence your phone—and spend quality time in God’s presence. “But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet…” — Matthew 6:6 (KJV) Here, God whispers your identity. Here, your eyes open to purpose. Here, heaven begins to pour light into you...

What Distractions Steal from Teenagers | David Iwuji Blog What Distractions Steal from Teenagers—and How to Overcome Them By David Iwuji “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith…” — Hebrews 12:2 (KJV) Distraction is not harmless. It’s a thief. And its favorite targets? Teenagers with destiny. Satan doesn’t always fight you with sin. Sometimes he fights you with sight —getting you to look at everything except the direction God wants you to face. If he can’t destroy you, he’ll distract you. Let’s talk about the biggest distractions and how to conquer them before they cost you purpose. 1. 🎮 Entertainment Overload From TikTok to Netflix, from endless music playlists to YouTube rabbit holes—your generation is drowning in digital noise. It starts with “just 5 minutes,” and suddenly 5 hours are gone. “Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.” — Ephesians 5:16 (KJV) How t...

7 Foundations to Secure Before Adulthood | David Iwuji Blog 7 Foundations to Secure Before You Step into Adulthood By David Iwuji “Through wisdom is an house builded; and by understanding it is established.” — Proverbs 24:3 (KJV) Many want to be great, but very few want to be grounded. Before you grow tall, you must grow deep. Before you turn twenty, God is calling you to lay seven strong foundations—pillars that will hold up the weight of your destiny. Don’t just build for speed. Build for strength. Here are 7 life foundations to secure before adulthood. 1. 🧼 A Foundation of Surrender “Submit yourselves therefore to God.” — James 4:7 (KJV) Surrender is where purpose begins. God can’t truly use what He hasn’t fully owned. Before twenty, lay down your will, your desires, your ambitions—and let Christ be Lord over all. 2. 📖 A Foundation of Truth “And ye shall know the truth, and the...

Laying Foundations Before Twenty | David Iwuji Blog Laying Foundations Before Twenty: What to Build Before You Grow By David Iwuji “If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?” — Psalm 11:3 (KJV) Before any building rises, a foundation must be laid. Before God raises a person, He first builds them deep. Your teenage years are not for show—they’re for structure. This is the season where you lay the foundation for your future. Because the strength of a life is not in its beauty, but in its base. 1. Why Foundations Matter You don’t prepare for life when you’re already grown. You prepare for life before you turn twenty. Success doesn’t start on the stage—it starts in secret. “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much…” — Luke 16:10 (KJV) Before God can trust you with the “much,” you must prove faithful in the hidden things. Foundations are the habits, discip...

You Were Born for Purpose—Not Just Pleasure | David Iwuji Blog You Were Born for Purpose—Not Just Pleasure By David Iwuji “Thou art worthy, O Lord… for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created.” — Revelation 4:11 (KJV) We live in a generation obsessed with pleasure. Pleasure sells. Pleasure trends. Pleasure dominates our screens, songs, and social feeds. But there’s one truth the enemy tries to hide from teenagers: You were not born for pleasure—you were born for purpose. Your life is not an accident. God didn’t put you on earth just to be entertained, feel good, or follow vibes. He put you here on divine assignment. 1. Purpose is Why You Exist “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee…” — Jeremiah 1:5 (KJV) You didn’t appear by chance. You were formed by God , and He formed you for something specific. There’s something in you the world needs. There’...

The Dangers of Drifting: Staying Focused in Your Teenage Years | David Iwuji Blog The Dangers of Drifting: Staying Focused in Your Teenage Years By David Iwuji “Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip.” — Hebrews 2:1 (KJV) There’s a silent threat facing many teenagers today. It doesn’t always look sinful. It doesn’t always feel dangerous. It’s called drifting . You don’t have to rebel to miss destiny—you just need to drift. No loud sin. No dramatic rebellion. Just slow, silent, spiritual disconnection. 1. What Is Drifting? Drifting means moving away from God without realizing it . You still go to church. You still say the right words. But your heart is far. Your fire has faded. Your hunger has dropped. And your life is running on autopilot. “...This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with ...

The Holy Spirit Is Not for Later — He’s for Now | David Iwuji Blog The Holy Spirit Is Not for Later—He’s for Now By David Iwuji “And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy…” — Joel 2:28 (KJV) When you hear about the Holy Spirit, what comes to mind? Powerful preachers? Church elders? Anointing oil? For many teens, the Holy Spirit feels like something for “later” in life—something to grow into. But God never said the Holy Spirit is only for adults . In fact, one of the greatest lies the enemy tells teenagers is this: “You can get serious with the Holy Spirit when you're older.” But the truth is: the earlier you surrender to Him, the stronger you’ll be . 1. The Holy Spirit Is God’s Personal Gift to You “...Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receiv...

Before You Turn Twenty: What God Wants You to Know | David Iwuji Blog Before You Turn Twenty: What God Wants You to Know By David Iwuji “Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth…” — Ecclesiastes 12:1 (KJV) There’s a reason God made you young before making you great. The teenage years are not wasted space in your journey—they are sacred ground. What you do before you turn twenty determines the direction, strength, and spiritual depth of your entire life. In a world that tells you to “enjoy life first” and “settle down later,” God is calling you to start with Him early. He wants you to know some vital truths that will shape your future forever. 1. God Doesn’t Want You to Wait—He Wants You to Start Now “Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers…” — 1 Timothy 4:12 (KJV) Many believe they’ll start serving God later—after school, after marriage, or when life gets seri...