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Secret of Uma Ukpai’s ministry revealed by his son

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Dwight Uma, the third son and fifth child of the late Rev (Dr.) Uma Ukpai, has revealed the secret behind his father’s impactful ministry, describing him as a man wholly consumed by his love for God and devotion to the gospel.

In an interview with The Punch, Dwight reflected on the life and legacy of the revered evangelist, who passed away recently, saying his father’s secret was his unwavering passion for God and obedience to divine instruction.

“My father had a passionate love for God and His work. He wasn’t in the ministry to get rich or famous. Whatever God asked him to do, he obeyed without hesitation,” Dwight said. “His zeal was evident in everything, from preaching to leading songs of worship.”

Dwight also spoke about his father’s cordial relationship with other church leaders across denominations, describing him as a bridge-builder in Nigeria’s Christian community.

He named Pastor E.A. Adeboye, Papa Ayo Oritsejafor, Rev Felix Omobude, Bishop Mike Okonkwo, and the late Archbishop Benson Idahosa among his father’s close friends. He added that Pastor Kumuyi was also a friend, though they rarely met in person.

“God called my father to be a uniting force among different denominations. He avoided making enemies and preferred to make friends and build bridges in the faith,” he said.

Dwight revealed that Rev Ukpai also mentored several spiritual leaders, including Apostle Zilly Aggrey, Archbishop Emma Isong, and Rev Ntia I. Ntia, who have continued his legacy of evangelism.

When asked what message the late cleric would have for Nigeria in the current climate, Dwight said his father would remind Nigerians to return to God in prayer and humility.

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“He would urge Nigerians to be a praying nation. He always said that people who know how to pray face no impossibilities. Whatever challenges Nigeria faces, God has the answers,” he said.

Reflecting on life as a pastor’s child, Dwight admitted that the family made many sacrifices for the ministry.

“For most of our upbringing, we didn’t always have him around. Sometimes we wanted him at school events, but he was away travelling for crusades. Our lives were intertwined with the ministry,” he recalled.

“It wasn’t always easy, but we understood that God had called him. As we grew older, we embraced that calling and supported him wholeheartedly.”

Dwight also recounted his father’s final days, revealing that the revered evangelist seemed aware that his time was near.

“He tried not to make it obvious that he was leaving us,” Dwight said. “During our last youth conference in Uyo, despite his fatigue, he insisted on coming to encourage us. He wasn’t there to preach—he just wanted to be present.”

He added that Rev Ukpai shared a final, touching instruction with the family before his passing.

“To one of my siblings, he said, ‘Take care of your mother.’ Barely two weeks later, he was gone,” Dwight said softly.

Although the family continues to grieve, Dwight said they take solace in the fulfillment of their father’s divine purpose.

“We wished he could have stayed longer, but we know he belonged to God first. Even years ago, he had predicted he would leave at a certain time. God’s wisdom is greater than ours,” he concluded.

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Rev Uma Ukpai, founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, was widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s foremost preachers and crusade revivalists, whose ministry spanned continents and touched millions.

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WHAT YOU DO TODAY WILL BECOME A STORY TOMORROW

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Every day, you are writing a chapter of your life.

The decisions you make today, the people you help, the words you speak, the sacrifices you make, and the way you treat others may become the stories people tell about you tomorrow.

Today may look ordinary, but tomorrow it may become a testimony.

The Bible says:

“For whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.”
— Galatians 6:7 (KJV)

What are you planting today?
🌱 Kindness or hatred?
🌱 Wisdom or foolishness?
🌱 Hard work or laziness?
🌱 Love or bitterness?
🌱 Faith or fear?

Remember, every seed eventually produces a harvest.

“Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.”
— Galatians 6:7 (KJV)

Joseph’s faithfulness in difficult times became part of his testimony. David’s courage became part of his story. Ruth’s loyalty became part of her legacy.

Your present actions are also shaping your future story.

You may not see the reward today. You may not receive appreciation today. You may even feel that nobody notices your sacrifices. But keep doing what is right. God sees the seeds you are planting.

“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”
— Galatians 6:9 (KJV)

One day, people may not remember what you owned, but they will remember how you lived, how you treated people, and the impact you made.

So live today in a way that gives tomorrow a beautiful story to tell.

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MAKE TODAY COUNT. YOUR ACTIONS TODAY ARE WRITING TOMORROW’S STORY. ❤️🙏

💬 QUESTION: If your life story were written today, what would you want people to say about you?

👇 Share your thoughts in the comments. Someone may be inspired by your answer.

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CHILDREN WHO REFUSE HOME TRAINING MAY BE TRAINED BY THE WORLD OUTSIDE

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Parents, never underestimate the importance of home training.

The home is the first school where a child learns respect, honesty, discipline, responsibility, kindness, and the fear of God. When children refuse correction and parents stop providing proper guidance, the world will gladly teach them—but the lessons outside may come with painful consequences.

The Bible says:

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
— Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)

A child who refuses good advice at home may eventually learn from friends, society, social media, and the streets. Unfortunately, some of those lessons may not teach love and wisdom—they may teach pride, rebellion, bad habits, and wrong choices.

“Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.”
— Proverbs 22:15 (KJV)

Parents, don’t wait until your child learns life the hard way before you take responsibility. Correct with love. Teach with patience. Discipline with wisdom. Pray for your children. Be the example you want them to follow.

And children, understand this: Correction from a loving parent is not always rejection. Sometimes correction is protection.

“My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction.”
— Proverbs 3:11 (KJV)

🌱 A child who receives good training today has a better foundation for tomorrow.

Parents, what do you think?

👉 Is lack of home training one of the major reasons some children are easily influenced by the wrong people outside?

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💬 Share your honest opinion in the comments.
❤️ Like and share this message with a parent. Someone may need to read it today.

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DO GOOD: THE SEED YOU PLANT TODAY WILL GROW AND FLOURISH TOMORROW

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Never underestimate the power of one good deed.

A kind word, a helping hand, a prayer, a sacrifice, forgiveness, or showing love to someone who cannot repay you may seem small today—but every good seed has the potential to produce a beautiful harvest tomorrow.

The Bible says:

“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”
— Galatians 6:9 (KJV)

You may not see the reward immediately. You may help someone today and receive nothing in return. You may show kindness and be forgotten. But God sees every seed you plant.

“For whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.”
— Galatians 6:7 (KJV)

🌱 Plant kindness.
🌱 Plant love.
🌱 Plant honesty.
🌱 Plant generosity.
🌱 Plant peace.
🌱 Plant encouragement.
🌱 Plant good character.

One day, those seeds may return to you in ways you never expected.

Remember: A farmer does not plant today and demand a harvest tomorrow. He plants, waters, waits, and trusts the process.

“Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days.”
— Ecclesiastes 11:1 (KJV)

So, keep doing good—even when nobody is watching. Keep helping—even when nobody says thank you. Keep being kind—even when others are not kind to you.

Your good seed may become someone else’s breakthrough tomorrow.

💬 QUESTION FOR YOU:

What is one good thing someone did for you that you have never forgotten?

👇 Share it in the comments. Your story may inspire someone else to do good today.

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❤️ Do good. Plant good seeds. Trust God for the harvest.

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