By Foster Akpore
OROGUN, DELTA STATE — Worshippers from Orogun and neighbouring communities gathered for three consecutive evenings at Orogun Primary School as Evangelist Steve Agbabiaka led the Orogun for Jesus Crusade, an outreach that has spanned more than two decades.
The programme featured preaching, altar calls, healing prayers and intercession for the community, drawing ministers across denominations, traditional leaders and residents seeking spiritual renewal.
The Name Above Every Name
On the opening night, Agbabiaka ministered on the theme, “The Name of Jesus,” urging participants to anchor their faith in what he described as the supreme authority of Christ. Citing Philippians 2:9 to 11, he said every challenge bears a name, yet none stands above the name of Jesus.
An altar call followed, with several attendees stepping forward for rededication and prayers for healing and family restoration.
“Loose Him and Let Him Go”
The second evening focused on John 11 under the theme, “Loose Him and Let Him Go.” The evangelist told the congregation that many destinies remain constrained and require spiritual release.
“Whatever is tied must be loosed,” he declared, encouraging worshippers to respond with faith rather than fear.
In a symbolic moment, attendees switched on the lights of their mobile phones, illuminating the venue as prayers were offered for the land, youths and families of Orogun Kingdom.
Testimonies of Healing and Deliverance
On the second day, two women, Mrs. Charity Ologbo and Mrs. Victoria Oruh, testified that they experienced relief from persistent pain following prayers offered the previous evening. They also spoke of deliverance from longstanding spiritual burdens, attributing their experiences to the intercessory sessions during the crusade.
Their testimonies drew applause from the congregation and were received as encouragement to others seeking similar intervention.
Crossing to the Other Side
On the closing night, Agbabiaka spoke on perseverance and spiritual authority, drawing from Mark chapter four and the account of Jesus calming the storm.
“When God speaks to your situation, it will be as if that problem never existed,” he said, cautioning against retreat at the brink of progress.
Extended prayers were offered for deliverance, personal breakthroughs and the peace of the Orogun community.
Public Acknowledgment of Hospitality
A notable feature of the crusade was the hospitality extended by Chief Do-Good O. Efe-Nogo JP, Oruese 1 of Orogun Kingdom, who hosted the evangelist and his team throughout their stay.
From the pulpit, Agbabiaka publicly acknowledged the gesture and invited the congregation to pray for their host who facilitated their coming to Orogun.
“How many of you know Chief Do-Good O. Efe-Nogo JP, the Oruese 1 of Orogun Kingdom? He opened his doors to us. We are fifty in number, and he gave us his house for three days. Raise your right hand and pray that God will bless him and prosper him. Go ahead and pray for him.”
The congregation responded with prayers for the chief, asking for divine preservation and prosperity.
Agbabiaka also commended church leaders like pastor Gift Eze-efe, Rev. Godspower Ovakporoye and residents for their cooperation, noting that unity among ministers contributed to the orderly conduct of the programme.
As the three-day crusade drew to a close, organisers described it as a period of renewed commitment to faith and community development. For many participants, the closing prayers marked the beginning of fresh resolve and hope for the months ahead.