The Worship Centre Ibadan

07/05/2026

There are healings that medicine cannot explain.

There are encounters that change a life forever.

Join us at Dimensions of Healing; a special healing service filled with prayer, worship, impartation, and divine encounters.

Come expectant.
Come believing.
Your testimony could be next.

📍 Aperire Prayer Ground, Akoto Estate, Off Elebu Market, Oluyole Extension, Ibadan
📅 7th – 10th May 2026
⏰ 4:30PM Daily.

Impartation Service: 9:00AM on 10th May

05/05/2026

John 5:5-9 NKJV

[5] Now a certain man was there who had an infirmity thirty-eight years.

[6] When Jesus saw him lying there, and knew that he already had been in that condition a long time, He said to him, “Do you want to be made well?”

[7] The sick man answered Him, “Sir, I have no man to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up; but while I am coming, another steps down before me.”

[8] Jesus said to him, “Rise, take up your bed and walk.”

[9] And immediately the man was made well, took up his bed, and walked. And that day was the Sabbath.

03/05/2026

But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed.

Isaiah 53:5 (NKJV)

There are dimensions of healing many have never experienced… until now.

Join us for a powerful encounter where lives will be restored, burdens lifted, and hearts made whole.

This is more than a service, it’s a moment of divine transformation.

Come expectant.
Leave renewed. 🔥

02/02/2025

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Lanyo Sunday John

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23/09/2024

16/06/2024

On this day we celebrate our Grand Father Samson Olufemi Akinrinde (Baba Aperire), Our Father Hezekiah Akinrinde (Pst. Hez.) and all amiable Fathers of Worship Centre.

We wish you all Happy Father's Day... May God's all for exploit and Flourishing continually increase over us.

Happy Father's Day 🎉💐❤️

18/05/2024

The Power of Community: Lessons from Judaism

Have you ever watched a Nas Daily video that left you thinking for days? One of his recent dives into Judaism sparked some ideas I wanted to share.

Judaism boasts a unique identity that transcends ethnicity. Whether Black, Asian, or Latino, a Jew's ancestry can be traced back to Abraham and Sarah, the patriarch and matriarch. This rich heritage fosters a powerful sense of community, woven into the very fabric of their traditions.

The Weekly Fireside Feast:
Imagine a weekly ritual where the outside world fades away. Every Friday, Jews gather for Shabbat, a communal dinner steeped in tradition. They break bread together, sip wine, and raise their voices in shared prayers and songs. It's a time to reconnect with family and friends, reminisce about the week's triumphs and challenges, and find solace in the warmth of their community. No Jew truly eats alone under the warm glow of the Shabbat candles.

Strength in Numbers:
Judaism emphasizes the amplifying power of collective prayer. Prayers are believed to hold greater weight when offered by a minyan, a quorum of at least ten people. This belief in the "force of numbers" strengthens the bonds of community and fosters a shared sense of purpose.

A Network of Caring Hands:
When illness befalls a member of their community, the name is announced in the synagogue, prompting prayers from the congregation. This practice embodies the ancient African philosophy of "Ubuntu" – "I am because we are." It fosters a strong support system for those in need, a safety net woven from compassion and shared humanity.

Friendship that Spans the Globe:
Traveling as a Jew often means instant connection. Chabad houses, found in over 100 countries, offer a warm welcome and a sense of belonging. Imagine landing in a new land, feeling lost and unfamiliar. A Jew in this situation can find support, friendship, and even basic necessities within this global network. It's a testament to the power of community that transcends borders.

Celebrating Milestones, Big and Small:
A Bar Mitzvah, a coming-of-age ceremony for Jewish boys at 13, is a joyous occasion celebrated by the entire community. It's a powerful reminder that milestones, big or small, are best shared with those who matter most, regardless of wealth or status. The joy is amplified by the presence of loved ones.

A Culture of Questioning and Debate:
Judaism values intellectual exploration and open debate. The "art and science of argument" is actively encouraged, fueled by a desire to unearth truth. This intellectual ferment, where diverse opinions are respected and challenged, has arguably contributed to the remarkable number of Jewish Nobel Laureates.

Beyond Judaism: Building Your Own Community
The human experience thrives on connection. We are designed to be interdependent, drawing strength from shared resources and support.

Embrace the Power of "We"
* Seek out community: Look for existing support groups or create your own. If no community exists where you are, create one and let it grow with you. You will be remembered for those efforts. If you find one, contribute to its growth. Honor the family and be a pillar there.
* Offer help: When someone struggles, lend a hand or a listening ear. If you have bread, share with a brother or sister. Keep some in your belly for strength but do not forget to put a piece in the mouth of the brother who lacks a bite.
* Share your blessings: Celebrate your successes and inspire others. Someone may just follow your path into that big break you have made and have their lives changed forever for good.
* Embrace diverse perspectives: Respectful debate strengthens communities. If others have opinions better than yours or that oppose yours, listen and respect them. You may not agree but do not make an enemy out of them for it.

Remember, you don't have to walk alone. Together, we can build a stronger, more vibrant world.

I am Hezekiah Akinrinde and I am thankful for the gift of community.
18 May 2024

15/05/2024

WHY I STOPPED BELIEVING IN GRACE

I love stories from the Bible and how much they can be applied to contemporary living. But this is not a religious writing. Follow me, please.

We all have read the story of how David defeated Goliath using a sling and a stone. In fact, the Bible says he picked 5 stones and had his sling in his hand as he proceeded to fight the Philistine giant-warrior. Prior, he had rejected Saul’s armour which should have made him look like a warrior.

The Bible records that it was the first stone from David’s sling (the closest thing we know of it is a catapult though the sling was a more elaborate tool) that floored Goliath. In fact, the records were so accurate that they said the stone hit the forehead of Goliath- the only available space in a body that was fully covered with a coat and helmet of bronze.

We are quick to attribute David’s triumph to THE GRACE OF GOD. In fact, we grew up with the description- “God led the stone of David to hit the head of Goliath. David only shot it, but God directed it”. Some others even said, “the five stones David picked represent GRACE and he only used one element of Grace to defeat the enemy”.

Dey play, my fans.

It was not just about grace. There was MORE TO IT. Grace does not work in isolation especially where work is required as a foundational labor.

David did not just take his sling and five stones to battle. He did not just reject Saul’s armour (the best in the land of Israel) believing he would win by chance and some extra-terrestial help. David went to battle as A PREPARED MAN who had self-trained and been adversity-bred to face the biggest combat of his life to date.

The sling was obviously not just a play tool. It had long been a weapon w.a.r., used by highly skilful and extremely trained men, before the days of David. Read Judges 20:16:
“Among all these were 700 chosen men who were left-handed; EVERYONE COULD SLING A STONE AT A HAIR AND NOT MISS”. (emphasis mine).

There you have it. Stone-slinging was a skill of w.a.r. It was like knowing how to throw a spear, shooting an arrow from a bow, and wielding a sword. It was not child’s play. David obviously had been trained for it (we do not know by who because the Bible does not say). It was probably the weapon with which he fought the lion and bear that came to attack his father’s flock as he boasted to Saul.

The Bible would go on to say of David that he led God’s people with the integrity of his heart and SKILFULNESS OF HIS HANDS. That was God himself acknowledging the place of skills in building excellence.

David aimed for the space in Goliath’s forehead. Relying on his training, experience, focus, and of course, POWERED BY THE HELP OF GRACE, he hit the target, and the battle was won before it had started.

It is okay to be very religious. It is amazing to be very prayerful (I hear you are a praying mantis), but how much work do you put into what you want to become? How much investment have you made into your ambitions and aspirations?

Train for a skill. If you have a skill already, up-skill. Deny yourself of some luxury perks and pay for trainings that have direct impact on where you want to be. Learn and acquire competence. People don’t want to waste money on laggards. Distinguish yourself as a winner.

Don’t stress grace. I believe firmly in grace (ignore the title of this piece). But I also know grace does a whole lot more when we have put in a decent effort. Grace is not license for incompetence.

02/04/2024

In the month April, I speak as commanded by the LORD:

There shall be good news IN your home!

There shall be good news GOING OUT OF your home!

There shall be good news COMING INTO your home!

Every question that will be asked of you, FAVOUR will answer fully.

Every requirement you need to meet shall be fulfilled BY FAVOUR.

Your gates shall not be shut. Your walls shall not come down.

Your horns are exalted and singing breaks forth within your halls to the outer parts of your walls.

In JESUS NAME!

Amen!

02/04/2024

A widow of a prophet ran to Elisha when her sons were to be taken for her late husband’s unpaid debts. She was probably expecting the prophet the call the “church” together and raise support offering for her.

Alternatively, she must have thought, “maybe he will just give me a letter to Mummy Shunem (big woman by all means) or call these brothers we owe to let go of the debts”.

Elisha did neither. Shocker!

Instead, he asked her for what she had at home. “I’ve got just a small jar of oil”, she replied. I imagine her cus-sing Elisha out under her breath for his nonsense question.

Elisha told her to go borrow vessels “NOT A FEW”. Lock the door behind her with her son. Begin to pour the little oil into the vessels one after the other.

Phoolish. Uncreative. Uninspiring. Colorless.

What kind of instruction is that? Make it make sense na. Radarada.

But she obeyed.

And with that “seely” instruction, she filled up all the pots in the room from just a small jar of oil. The oil only stopped when the last available pot was filled up.

She paid up her debts and had enough to live a good life with her sons.

Now, what you have just read is not fiction. It HAPPENED. And it is in the Bible. I will not tell you where. Sebi you be Christian? Go find am yourself.

Avoid those whose lives are bent already and will stop at nothing to bend yours. They will confuse you that these things are metaphors or symbols.

Na lie.

They were REAL EVENTS.

And if they happened in the Bible, they can still happen TODAY. It is the SAME GOD!

In fact, greater things than recorded in the Bible are happening today as should be.

The same God that multiplied oil as in the story back then can multiply grains of rice, increase flour in the bag, cause a dry well to become a river, cause it to rain in your compound and leave out other places and do a lot more.

MIRACLES ARE REAL. No let them confuse you.

Avoid doubters like pla-gue.

No gree dem spoil your life o.

Miracle no dey taya Jesus!

Hezekiah Akinrinde
02 April 2024