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08/09/2026

Lord, lift us up and let us stand,
By faith, on heaven's table land,
A higher plain than we have found;
Lord, plant our feet on higher ground🤲🤲🧎‍♂️‍➡️🙏🙏🛐

08/09/2026

DISCUSSION Matthew 13:15 (KJV):
For this people's heart is waxed gross, and
their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed...

EFFECTS AND CAUSES OF SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS
Spiritual blindness can affect us in ways such as:

1. Our understanding of God's Word,

our ability to recognize sin, our perception of God's presence and work, our
understanding of God's will, our relationship with Christ, our ability to recognize our
own weaknesses and mistakes. All these can be caused by many factors such as sin
(Ephesians 4:18), unbelief (2Corinthians 4:4), hardness of Heart (Hebrews 3:15),
pride (Proverbs 16:18), worldly Influence, lack of God's Word (Psalm 119:130),
dependence on Human Understanding (Proverbs 3:5).

2. Spiritual blindness has serious consequences.
It prevents people from recognizing the truth about God, it leads to wrong decision,
it makes sin appear acceptable, it prevents spiritual growth, it can lead to destruction
(Hosea 4:6), it prevents us from seeing God's glory (2 Corinthians 3:18) amongst many
others.

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

DIVINE YOUTH FELLOWSHIP NATIONAL CONVENTION

THEME: THE BLINDED MIND

TEXT: 2 CORINTHIANS 3:14–16



INTRODUCTION
I am greatly humbled and privileged to be given this great task. I must sincerely thank and appreciate the leadership of the youth and the organizing committee for having considered me. Thank you all, and may the good Lord continue to strengthen you all in Jesus' name.
When I first saw the topic, “The Blinded Mind,” I paused for a while and wondered—a topic as such coming from the youth body of our church. I only concluded that there is hope, because all that pertains to life and godliness is a matter of the mind (Proverbs 4:23). Whatever affects your mind affects the whole of your life and body.
MEANING OF THE MIND

The mind is the non-physical part of a person that enables thought, feelings, consciousness and reasoning. While spiritually, the mind is the invisible bridge that connects your inner spiritual self to your physical body and guides how you process life.
THE BLINDED MIND

Biblically, a blinded mind refers to the inability to see physically or, spiritually, the inability to perceive, understand or accept divine truth and spiritual reality (2 Corinthians 4:4; John 9:39–41; Isaiah 6:9–10).
OUR DISCUSSION TOPIC

TOPIC: CHRIST JESUS, THE REMOVER OF THE VEIL
TEXT: 2 CORINTHIANS 3:14–16
To fully understand Christ as the remover of the veil, we must first examine the two veils recorded in Scripture.

A. CHRIST JESUS
Christ Jesus means the Anointed One, Messiah, and Saviour—the Son of the Living God (Matthew 1:21; 16:16).

B. REMOVER
A remover is one who takes away or eliminates something. Christ takes away sin, obstacles, and judgment and brings spiritual cleansing (Psalm 51:7; Ezekiel 36:26).

C. VEIL
A veil symbolises separation, a barrier or sin (Isaiah 59:1).
The biblical concept of Christ, the remover of the veil, addresses the transition from the old covenant to the new covenant, which is moving humanity from a state of spiritual blindness and separation to one of absolute intimacy and true revelation of God.

THE TWO VEILS
To truly understand Christ as the remover of the veil, we must first examine the two veils as recorded in Scripture.

1. THE VEIL OF MOSES
The veil of Moses signifies spiritual blindness when the old covenant is being practised without Christ—life without Christ Jesus (Matthew 19:1–9; 1 Timothy 1:8).

2. THE TEMPLE VEIL
The temple veil signifies separation from God. In the Old Testament tabernacle and temple, a thick, heavy veil separated the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place (Holy of Holies).
• The outer court.
• The inner court.
• The Holy of Holies, where the literal presence of God dwelt.
Only the high priest could enter once in a year to offer the sacrifice of blood (Hebrews 9:1–28; Isaiah 66:1; Acts 7:48–51).
Hebrews 8:7–13.
Throughout the Old Testament covenant, the veil stood as a constant reminder of mankind's alienation from the Creator due to sin. However, the new covenant introduces a transformative reality.

CHRIST JESUS AS THE ULTIMATE REMOVER OF THE VEIL
Jesus Christ is the ultimate remover of the veil, dissolving the barriers of separation and granting all believers direct, unhindered access to the glorious presence of God.
At the crucifixion, the temple veil was torn from top to bottom. This symbolic act opened direct access to God and ended spiritual blindness and freed us from sin and shame through Christ Jesus.
The physical veil served as a spiritual barrier (Hebrews 9:7).

THE VEIL OF THE HEART
This is beyond the physical temple. Paul, in his word, notes that when the Old Covenant is read without Christ, the veil remains over the hearts and minds of the people, obscuring the true meaning of Scripture (2 Corinthians 3:14–18; John 4:24).
True understanding of Scripture begins by seeking God through the Holy Spirit (John 3:5–8; 1 Corinthians 2:14).
The veil from top to bottom signifies that this was an act of God and not man; it was spiritually orchestrated by heaven.

THE EFFECTS OF THE REMOVAL OF THE VEIL
The author of Hebrews explicitly links the temple veil to Christ's physical body (Hebrews 10:1–26).
When the veil is taken away, the believer's relationship with God is altered in three distinct ways:
• He has direct and boldness to access God (Hebrews 4:16).
• Illumination and spiritual understanding begin (2 Corinthians 3:16).
• Transformation into His likeness (2 Corinthians 3:18).

CONCLUSION
The removal of the veil through Christ Jesus, therefore, represents the transition from spiritual blindness and separation to intimacy, understanding, and direct access to God. In Christ, the barrier is removed, the mind is illuminated, and the believer is transformed into His likeness.

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THE BLINDED MIND

Blindness is the inability to see reality. A physically blind person cannot see things
around him, even when those things are clearly present. However, there are images
formed about things around him/her that defines the way he/she may view things
around him/her. In the same way, a spiritually blind person is the unable to perceive,
understand, or respond correctly to spiritual truth and the things of God. A spiritually
blind person may hear the Word of God but fail to understand it, see God's works yet
fail to recognize Him, or know what is right but remain unwilling to follow it.

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There are various levels of physical blindness, some may be partially blind, some at
different degrees, while some are totally blind. some blindness come with the eyes
closed, while others opened, but there is a common denominator they all have - they
are blind. The same applies to the spiritual; Jeus looked at the pharisees and called
them "blind guides, leading blind people - Matt 23:16-19. In another instance, he
looked at his disciples and queried them for their inability to understand him - Mark
8:14-18. Saul was vigorously crusading the work of the master, or so he thought until
the master arrested him and shed light on his path - Acts 9. These examples show that
spiritual blindness is no respecter of persons, and if not found out can be dangerously
misleading. It also reveals that one can consider oneself enlightened, but when
weighed in the scale of truth is hopelessly blind, unable to see reality and in dire need
of light.

06/09/2026

A trained body supports a renewed mind.
A renewed mind leads a strong body.
Together, NO VEIL CAN STOP YOU!

04/09/2026

ENTREPRENEURSHIP SESSION RECAP
NATIONAL YOUTH CONVENTION 2026

It was an interactive and eye-opening session! Some questions and there answers.

1. FINANCE
Q: What does financial success look like in your life?
A:
1. Achieving your goals and dreams without stress
2. Supporting others - family, church, and those in need
3. Meeting obligations - pay bills, pay staff, pay back debts on time

Note: True success is not just having money. It’s having peace and impact with it.

2. CHALLENGES & FEAR
How to handle fear and challenges in business:
1. Pray first - Commit every venture to God before you start
2. Borrowing is not evil - The problem is borrowing without a plan to pay back
3. Customer over cash - Don’t chase money. Focus on satisfying the customer. Money will follow
4. Integrity in delivery - Don’t delay. If you can’t meet a deadline, communicate early
5. Do what you love - Start a business you’re passionate about. Passion will carry you when funds are low

3. UNDERSTANDING CUSTOMERS & THEIR NEEDS
1. Listen first - Focus on what the customer actually wants
2. Be realistic - Before taking a job, check: design, materials, time, and cost
3. Value time - Good business respects the customer’s time AND your time

4. IMPORTANT ADVICE FOR AN ENTREPRENEUR
1. Don’t be desperate for money - Desperation makes you compromise and sell your future
2. Sacrifice + God’s backing - Work hard, but invite God into your business
3. Be open to new ideas - The market keeps changing
4. Keep learning - Learning upgrades your skill and keeps you relevant
5. Customer relations - Stay calm and patient. How you talk to customers decides if they return

5. QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER - MODEL ANSWERS

Q1. How do you manage finance & source funds?
Budget. Separate business and personal money.
Start-up: Savings, family support, strategic borrowing.
Management: Reinvest profits, track expenses, pay yourself a salary.

Q2. How do you place your price?
Cost of materials + Time/Labor + Value to customer.
Check the market, but don’t underprice. Quality has a price.

Q3. How has your income helped family/church + customer timing?
It supports my family, tithes, offerings, and church projects.
With customers: I set clear timelines, communicate delays early, and deliver on my word.

KEY TAKEAWAY FOR YOUTHS: 📢
Build a business that honors God, serves people, and sustains you.
Don’t chase money. Chase excellence, and money will chase you.

This is your season to build. Start now. Start right.

04/09/2026

2026 NATIONAL YOUTH CONVENTION

Day 2:

Deep Devotion, INTENSE PRAISE/WORSHIP that lifted us to EXTENSIVE THEME TALK that shook us!

Declaration. Impartation. Power!
Then came the DEEP REVELATION on Christian character and the areas God wants to correct in us.
It was Fire, it was LOVE. It was MIND-BLOWING!
God is building us for purpose!

REVIVAL TOOK OVER THE NIGHT
UNDILUTED WORSHIP. PASSIONATE PRAISES. FIRE PRAYERS.
The Holy Spirit was in full control! Chains broke. Hearts were healed. Lives were touched!

It’s been an EXCITING MOMENT in the influence of the Holy Spirit!
We came with blinded minds, but God is OPENING EYES AND REWRITING STORIES!!!

Don’t let tomorrow pass you by.
Don’t watch the testimony on status. COME AND CARRY YOUR OWN TESTIMONY!

TOMORROW IS LOADED!
More Word. More Worship. More Encounter.
THE BEST IS YET TO COME!!!