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  Letters from Heaven Episode 4 – The God Who Interrupts The week crawled forward, each day a mirror of the last—crowded buses, cold stares at work, an inbox full of reminders that his debts were not resting. Yet something small had shifted in David since the letter. It wasn’t victory, not yet. But the thought that God might still see him had kept him from collapsing under the weight of despair. By Thursday evening, the rain had returned. David stepped off the bus, holding his worn bag close, careful not to splash into the muddy puddles that pooled along the street. The sky was dark though the day was not done. As he walked, a commotion up ahead caught his attention. A small boy—no more than ten—was crouched beside the road, trying to gather scattered papers that the wind had snatched from his schoolbag. Cars honked, some swerved, but no one stopped. The boy’s hands shook as he scrambled. David didn’t think. He dropped his bag and rushed forward, kneeling on the wet ground, ...

An Analysis of the Causes and Effects of Late Marriage in Modern Society Introduction Marriage remains a fundamental institution in virtually all societies, providing the basis for family life, social order, and generational continuity. However, in recent decades, the age of first marriage has significantly increased across different regions of the world, including Africa and the West. This phenomenon, commonly referred to as “late marriage,” describes the trend of individuals postponing marriage into their late twenties, thirties, or beyond. The dynamics surrounding this development are shaped by socio-economic, cultural, and personal factors, and they present both opportunities and challenges for individuals and societies. This paper examines the causes and effects of late marriage in modern society, with illustrations from Nigerian and Western contexts, and concludes with biblical reflections for Christian singles. Causes of Late Marriage Educational Attainment Education i...

  🌿 Understanding Temperament 1. Definition of Temperament The word temperament refers to the inborn traits of personality that shape how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. Unlike learned habits or acquired skills, temperament is considered an individual’s natural disposition—the “raw material” of personality. It governs emotional responses, social interaction, energy levels, and overall relational style . For example, some people are naturally outgoing and energetic, while others are more reflective and reserved. In modern psychology, temperament is seen as a biological basis of personality, observable from early childhood. 2. Foundation of Its Study The study of temperament has ancient roots: a) Greek Medicine – The Humoral Theory Hippocrates (c. 460–370 BC) , the “Father of Medicine,” proposed that human health and behavior were influenced by four bodily fluids called humors : blood, yellow bile, black bile, and phlegm. The balance or imbalance of these humors d...

  🌿 The Four Classic Temperaments in Relationships 1. Sanguine (The Extroverted Optimist) Strengths in relationships: warm, fun-loving, affectionate, spontaneous, easily forgives, loves to express feelings openly. Challenges: can be impulsive, forgetful, or inconsistent in keeping commitments. Needs in marriage: affirmation, attention, fun, and verbal expressions of love. 2. Choleric (The Driven Leader) Strengths in relationships: decisive, protective, goal-oriented, determined to provide security and direction. Challenges: can be controlling, impatient, or insensitive to emotions. Needs in marriage: respect, loyalty, a partner who will listen and support their vision without feeling dominated. 3. Melancholic (The Thoughtful Idealist) Strengths in relationships: loyal, deep-thinking, emotionally sensitive, committed, dependable, detail-oriented. Challenges: can be overly critical, perfectionistic, withdrawn, or prone to moodiness. Needs in marriage: re...

  Marriage Is Not for Babies Marriage is not for babies. Not for the faint of heart, nor for those who confuse the butterflies of romance with the backbone of commitment. It is not for those who run at the first sound of thunder, nor for those who think love is only candlelight and roses. Marriage is for grown souls—two pilgrims who understand that love is not a playground but a pilgrimage, not a toy but a treasure, not a fleeting spark but a steady flame that must be tended with care. Love Beyond Butterflies When two people stand at the altar, they are not just saying, “I do.” They are saying, “I will.” I will stand when life knocks us down. I will love when feelings fade. I will forgive when it hurts. I will walk with you even through valleys where the sun forgets to shine. Too many step into marriage thinking it is a fairy tale. But the truth is, fairy tales end at the wedding; real stories begin after it. Real Life Example: A Test of Fire Take the story of Chined...

  🕊️ Marriage That Gives Life, Not Death: A Deep Advice to Singles and Young Couples The story of Sefa and his young wife is one of those accounts that stops you in your tracks. A woman—just 34 years old—is gone. Not because someone physically harmed her, not because she took her own life, but because she lived in a marriage that slowly drained her. Her diary—now made public—reveals a reserved, emotional woman who poured her thoughts onto paper. In her words, one can trace the silent agony, the hidden battles, and the longings of a soul caught in a marriage where love was absent. No one needs a knife or gun to kill. Emotional torture, neglect, and stress can suffocate a person’s spirit until the body gives way. High blood pressure, depression, insomnia, and failing health are real consequences of emotional trauma. Sadly, this young woman’s story ended in death, but her life still speaks. It speaks to singles who are waiting, and to couples who are just beginning. It reminds ...