Bøker av Joseph Ola

"When?" whispers the soul. When will love bloom? When will I be fully me?When will the dreams take flight? When will the darkness lift, and dawn ignite?In the echoing chambers of time, the question "When?" hangs suspended. It's a question we've all pondered. Within these pages, you will find a poet's heart laid bare, exploring the depths of existence with raw honesty and lyrical grace. The book unpacks some existential musings on life's purpose, the quiet yearnings of the spirit, the fiery depths of passion, the poignant longing for love, the raw vulnerability of grief, and the unyielding spirit of resilience. Through every page, a chorus of hope emerges. This book is for: Those who seek meaning in the tapestry of life.Those who find solace in the power of words.Those who dare to dream and hope, even in the face of uncertainty.Those who believe in the transformative power of a well-told story. And for those who believe that the answer to "When?" might just be "Now."Open your heart, step into the adventure of When?: Poems of Faith, Hope, and Love and let the poems whisper their message to your soul in the very language of your soul.

The series of reflections presented in this booklet are based on an opportunity the author had in March 2022 to watch a live match from the Anfield stadium of Liverpool Football Club. The life lessons drawn from the experience are pondered through the lens of scripture and celebrates the acknowledgement of gifts, community, music, among others. His prayer is that you will find the thoughts shared inspiring and helpful

In the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic, Africa faced a unique set of challenges that sparked a profound spiritual response among its people. Wash and Pray: African Theological Discourse on COVID-19 delves into the heart of this response, exploring the intersections of faith, culture, history, and the pandemic that gripped the world from 2019 to 2022. The book demonstrates that for many Africans, the pandemic was not just a medical crisis but also a spiritual battle. As such, the book invites the reader to witness the historicising of the pandemic in Africa through this landmark resource for current and future generations, ensuring that the narratives of African Christianity in the face of COVID-19 and other pandemics are not lost. The chapter contributions offer diverse perspectives from Ghana, Nigeria, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, and the UK, each contextualising the African Christian response to the pandemic. In essence, this monograph paints a rich tapestry of African theological discourse during a global crisis, ultimately affirming that faith and science, when harmonised, can lead to a resilient and thriving community. List of ContributorsIsaiah Ola Abolarin (Nigeria)Benjamin Isola Akano (Nigeria) Justice A. Arthur (Ghana)Victoria Oyenike Ayano (Nigeria) Paul Ayokunle (UK)Kwaku Boamah (Ghana) Rev. Akarama Dan Jr (Nigeria)Edmore Dube (Zimbabwe)Harvey Kwiyani (UK)Eric Manu (Ghana)Françoise Niyonsaba (Rwanda)Godfred Nsiah (Ghana)Moses Iliya Ogidis (Nigeria)Joseph Ola (UK)Dr Gabriel Ademola Oyeniyi (Nigeria)Ruth M. Oyeniyi (Nigeria)

In this book, Joseph Ola tackles the tricky and very immediate subject of making sense of life's uncertainties as Christians. His contribution is steeped in his reading of scripture and theology interwoven with some thoughtfully chosen Yoruba proverbs and practical illustrations from everyday life. At its core, the book reminds us to live wisely as good citizens whilst holding steadfastly to the joy that belongs to those who follow the way of the risen Christ. For readers who sense they are living in anxious times, this book offers practical wisdom shot through with the joy of the gospel.- Colin Smith Dean of Mission Education, Church Mission Society, Oxford"An excellent read for anyone struggling to make sense of the uncertainties of life." - Rev Canon Elaine Jones Vicar, Church of England, UK."They say a book is only as good as the timing it lands in your world and I would say that this is a timely book for many!" - Rich Martin Principal, LIFE Church UK College"Rarely is a book quite as topical or as encouraging as Joseph Ola's Pandemic Joy." - John Neate Vineyard Churches, UK

The difference between joy and regret sometimes is being able to discern between what is goodand what is God.We will be faced with many opportunities in life, but how can we tell which of them is not a distraction from God's best plan for us? In this book, reflecting on scripture and personal experience, Joseph lays out 7 checkpoints to help the reader discern if an opportunity is indeed from God or just another distraction from His best plan. In this book you will learn: How to avoid regretPositive and negative signs to watch out for in making a choiceTips on choosing a life partnerAnd lots more!What a priceless book! I've always known my friend, Joseph, to have a precious gift that speaks straight into the spaces where life's tensions really sit, with real and relatable God-inspired, scriptural wisdom. We all live in the tensions of making choices everyday and watching those choices make us. As you engage the contents of this book, I really feel it will become a lot harder for you to make poor choices in life. I highly recommend the man and the book!- Tolulope Moody Lead Pastor, Sycamore Church, Ibadan, Nigeria and Author of Dust-Breath ConversationsUnderstanding God's plan for our life isn't always easy. Faced with important decisions, how many of us haven't wished sometimes that He would just write the answers clearly in the clouds?! Given that He doesn't do that often, Joseph Ola's handy little book, 'Is this Opportunity from God?: 7 Checkpoints for Discerning Divine Opportunities', provides an excellent framework for thinking and praying our way forward. I highly recommend it.- John Neate Management Consultant and Vineyard Churches Accredited CoachThis is a very timely book, and one of the most profound truths that stands out to me is this: "What is good may not be God; but what is God is always and definitely good!" Many sincere believers, not sure of what God's Will is concerning an open door before them, ask "Is this opportunity from God?" However, you will discover from this book, like I did, that being sincere is not enough; we must be discerning to divide between what is good and what is God. What you will find in this book are not theories, but life-principles that the writer has embodied and is living by. This is not another book to add to your library, but is one of the books one could go on a retreat with from time to time. Thank you, dear Pastor Joseph Kolawole Ola, for yielding yourself to God and for publishing this timely classic. I highly recommend it! Get a copy, read it, embody it and share it!- Olaoluwa Okunnuwa The WaterGate Church, Sango-Ota, Nigeria.Whatsoever we do, God wants us to prosper-that's God's will for us. However, we have a part to play. This wonderful book by Joseph summarises the message of Psalm 1-to avoid walking in the counsel of the ungodly, standing in the way of sinners, or sitting in the seat of the scornful. We are urged rather to meditate in the Word, day and night. The seven nuggets Joseph shares in this book simplify this message and show us how to live the prosperous life described in the first Psalm. The book makes discerning the right door to walk through very simple. Go and prosper as you follow these marvellous simple steps to victory.- Joseph Olowe Author of Rebuilding Your Life

#UNADDICTEDIn his years of engaging with teenagers and young adults, the question Joseph has been most frequently asked is on overcoming sexual addictions-especially pornography and masturbation.This book brings together in one volume Joseph's liberating thoughts on how to do this, sharing unreservedly from his journey through the same struggles. The book is easy-to-read and has been a helpful resource for many teenagers and young adults.RecommendationWe shared this book with two members of our church's youth ministry. To the glory of God, they found it very helpful. One of them shared with us how, by the help of the Holy Spirit, prayers and the liberating truth from the book, he lost the desire to indulge in his addiction. We heartily recommend this book.- Pastor and Mrs AdeleganPhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaTestimony from a Reader: I had the privilege of getting the electronic version of this book as a free gift. It has brought great joy and freedom to me. The night I downloaded the book, I finished reading it, because I've always longed for help in my struggle against pornography and masturbation. Every preacher I listen to seem to be silent about it.My struggle has been ongoing a long while. Even though I knew it was bad, I found it difficult to stop. The times when I thought I had freedom, it was always short-lived. Finding confidence to share with you that this has become a broken chain brings great relief to my heart.Thank you for being sincere. Thank you for yielding to the call. Thank you for the light you have shined to my darkness.Reading the book has opened my eyes to the victory God has given me which I'm expected to walk in. I have never seen it in the way you brought it. Even though I longed to stop, and did put in certain measures to curb my exposure, I knew I needed something more. I found it in this book. As I yield more and more to God, my fleshly desires die. As I walk more and more in obedience in line with God's Word, the more I am in tune with Him.I covet your prayers. I long for a time when God will grant me a platform to share the light with others tied in these chains as well.I write to let you know that the labour invested in your posts which led to this book was not in vain. It's growing. It has birthed a seed and it will continue to grow and reach many more. Amen.I have come to share my testimony in faith declaring the victory long given to me.I am still reading the book over and over again and the more I read, the more I see God helping me overcome in my daily life.Grace to you.- Funminiyi, Nigeria

ABOUT THE BOOKThe Yorubas will say "The future is never so distant that it does not arrive." The prophetic future of Nigeria prophesied decades-even centuries ago-are now being fulfilled. 2020 shall go down in Nigerian history not so much as the year of the pandemic but, much more, as the year in which the youths of the nation fought for a new Nigeria. In this tapestry of prophetic words concerning Nigeria, Joseph intends to awaken the sensitivity of Nigerian youths to the prophetic hourglass that makes the discernment of the times possible, and thus, inspire intelligent spiritual warfare for the nation while also making a clarion call for Nigerian youths, home and abroad, to strategically position themselves for active participation in the birth of the New Nigeria. It's a New Day.ABOUT THE AUTHORJoseph Ola is a postgraduate student of African Christianity at Liverpool Hope University and a student of the London Pioneer School. He holds a Master's degree in Biblical and Pastoral Theology from Liverpool Hope University, UK. He is a Youth Mentor, published author, church leader and founder of Alive Mentorship Group, an online mentoring platform for young adults with membership spanning over 60 nationalities. Among his published books are Waiting Compass: Finding God When He Seems To Delay and Young and Found: A 40-Day Devotional for Young Adults and Teens. He is happily married to Anu and they are blessed with two boys: Joshua ÒdodoOlúwa and Samuel ÒkìkíOlúwa.

WHERE IS THE ALL-POWERFUL GOD?If God is so loving and all-powerful, how come He is missing in inaction? How come He's silent to my legitimate requests?He promised that none of His shall be barren. Where is the baby?He promised that the prayer of faith will heal the sick. Why am I still sick? He promised to answer before I call. Where is the answer after calling and calling again?WHERE IS GOD? It's a question you've probably asked. It's a question Joseph has definitely asked when his reality seemed decades away from what God had promised. Thus, in five 'peaces' of transformational thoughts, Joseph hands us a compass which points us in the direction where God may be found in times like that. With lots of stories from his personal journey, Joseph writes with such simplicity and clarity that drives home the message and leaves the seeker immersed in the unwavering hope of God's reassuring promise: "I will never leave you, nor forsake you."This book is a great blessing to the body of Christ. The wealth of wisdom therein is articulated with distinct clarity. Are you waiting on God for anything? Then this book is a must read . . . you will be surely blessed.- Pastor Dr. Davies The Apostolic Church (LAWNA) UKIn "Pastor K", I have found a son, a co-labourer and a destiny helper. His good nature shines through in his writing and preaching. The subject of Waiting Compass is very relevant to us all: THE SEASON OF WAITING. The wisdom expressed in the book is profound. I warmly recommend it.- Pastor Dara Shofoluwe Area Pastor, Area 4, North East & Northern Ireland, RCCG UKThis book just answered so many questions that I have always intended to ask God when I get to heaven. Thanks P.Kols for the deep insights shared in this book. And the humour! (I can't seem to stop laughing at some of the personal stories shared in the book). I will recommend this as a must-read for every young adult before plunging head-long into the realities of the rest of their adult life. - Oluwaseyi Popoola Thompson Businesses Management Student, National Open University of NigeriaI read Waiting Compass as a divine instruction. I found myself ranting and complaining about how I felt like God has turned His back at me when I heard a voice in my heart asking me, "Have you read Waiting Compass?" Right there in the restroom, I picked up my phone and started reading the book (which I'd gotten as a free gift from the author months earlier). The very first sentence got my attention and within an hour, I finished the whole book at one sitting, and picked the lessons God has for me in it. I feel there is a need for everyone to own and read this book. What got me the most was where the author said "Hannah needed a child, but God needed a prophet." That statement put a lot of things in perspective for me. As you read, get ready to highlight or screenshot the different shades of insight that you will encounter. And oh! The poem at the end of the book says it all. God bless you, Joseph, and inspire you to write more books that will bring people closer to God than ever before.- Jimi Kate CEO, The CymehouseI read Waiting Compass at a go because, like all of Joseph's books, until you finish reading it, you won't want to drop it. Joseph's books have been a tremendous blessing to me. I look forward to that day when we will see physically and I will give him a big hug for allowing himself to be used by God to bring positive impact on my life.- Oluwasegun Durosinmi Banking and Finance Student, Lagos State University