THE BOOK OF RUTH| GOD’S RESTORATION PLAN| Preservation and Prospective Living| Discipleship |Session-61 | 2026| CHIMDI OHAHUNA

“Would You Refrain from Marriage for Them?”

In this powerful continuation of our verse-by-verse journey through the Book of Ruth, we remain in chapter 1, verse 13, where Naomi’s quiet but profound selflessness comes into sharp focus.

Speaking to her widowed daughters-in-law, Naomi asks a searching question: Would you stay single and wait for the sake of my future sons? Beneath the surface of that question lies a radical prioritisation of another’s need above her own. The speaker unpacks how Naomi willingly steps aside so that Ruth and Orpah might have the greater opportunity for marriage, family, and future , a posture that later enables Ruth’s redemption through Boaz.

Along the way, the teaching confronts modern Christian tendencies toward self-centredness, emotional decision-making, and a form of religion that has lost its preservative power. Drawing on Jesus’ salt analogy (Matthew 5:13), the message challenges listeners to recover genuine spiritual usefulness, practical wisdom, and the ability to recognise who needs an opportunity more than we do.

The episode opens with a strong declaration from Romans 16:20 , the God of peace will soon crush Satan under our feet , before moving into the heart of the Ruth study.

Whether you are walking through loss, navigating relationships, or simply seeking a deeper, more selfless expression of faith, this session offers both comfort and clear challenge. Join us as we continue extracting rich, practical truth from one of Scripture’s most moving stories.

Jesus is Lord.

DECLARE LIGHT| Prophetic Prayer| October 2026 | CHIMDI OHAHUNA

Scripture: Romans 16:20 (KJV)

“And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.”

What happens when the victory Jesus secured at Calvary begins to manifest in every troubled area of your life? This week on DECLARE LIGHT, Chimdi Ohahuna brings a powerful prophetic prayer session from Romans 16:20, declaring that the God of peace will swiftly put every opposition under your feet!

In this revelatory teaching, discover the powerful meanings behind the Greek words Theos (God), eirēnē (peace), syntribō (bruise or crush), and tachys (quickly or speedily). These word studies reveal a powerful message: God’s peace is more than the absence of conflict. It encompasses tranquility, security, safety, harmony, and prosperity.

But what happens when certain areas of your life still seem to contradict the victory Christ has already won? What should you do when your finances, business, career, marriage, relationships, ministry, or accommodation remain troubled despite knowing that Jesus has triumphed over Satan?

This message highlights an essential truth: Jesus has already won the victory, and God is able to bring the manifestation of that victory into every area of your life. The finished work of Christ is not merely a truth to believe; it is a victory to experience in your daily walk with God.

Through this week’s prophetic declarations, we pray for every area where peace has been disrupted, opposition has persisted, and progress has been hindered. We declare that every work of the adversary opposing God’s purpose in our lives will be brought under the authority of His victory, in the name of Jesus Christ.

If you have been trusting God for a turnaround in your finances, health, career, business, marriage, relationships, or ministry, this session will encourage you to stand firmly in Christ’s victory and expect the manifestation of His peace and power.

This week, go forth rejoicing, come forth celebrating, and prepare to testify of God's goodness!

Listen, pray along, receive the Word, and let your faith be strengthened as you declare that the God of peace is working in your favour.

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Jesus is Lord.

BIBLE STUDY| MIRACLES OF JESUS SERIES.|THE FIFTH MIRACLE OF JESUS pt.51 | THE POWER OF RETREAT|JESUS WALKING ON WATER| CHIMDI OHAHUNA

What do you do when the very things that once made life easier suddenly become the source of your greatest troubles? How do you remain steadfast when the winds of life begin to stir up storms you never expected?

In this powerful episode , Chimdi Ohahuna continues an insightful study on waiting upon the Lord and examines John 6:18 alongside Matthew 14:24, where the sea arose because a great wind blew and the disciples’ boat was tossed by contrary winds.

Through this account, you will discover a vital truth: trouble is part of the sea on which we sail through life, but trouble must never be allowed to sink us. The Christian life is not a promise that we will never encounter storms. Rather, it is a call to develop the spiritual understanding, faith, and steadfastness needed to navigate life's challenges with Jesus.

Waiting on the Lord is not idleness, helplessness, or an excuse to abandon responsibility. It is an intentional season of prayer, studying God's Word, worship, service, and expectation as we seek His direction concerning specific matters.

Drawing from Luke 24:49, Acts 2:1, Habakkuk 2:1, and the experience of Paul, this teaching emphasizes that waiting must be purpose-driven. When you know what you are trusting God for, you can direct your spiritual attention and resources toward that expectation.

Even when the answer does not come according to your preferred timetable, you must not abandon your place of faith. Continue praying. Continue studying the Scriptures. Continue serving God and fulfilling your daily responsibilities. While you wait, God is preparing you, strengthening your faith, and positioning you to recognize His direction when it comes.

You may not know when the answer will come, but you can remain purposeful while you wait.

The teaching then turns to the remarkable picture of the sea in John 6:18 and Matthew 14:24. The disciples were travelling across the sea when contrary winds stirred up the waters and placed their journey at risk.

Chimdi draws a practical lesson from this account: circumstances that once seemed manageable can suddenly become challenging. A job, business, relationship, ministry assignment, or other essential part of life may become a source of unexpected pressure.

The lesson is not to live in fear or suspect everyone around you. It is to develop spiritual maturity, wisdom, and realistic expectations about life's challenges. Do not assume that a calm season means you will never face another storm. Learn to remain prepared, exercise discernment, and respond to difficulties without allowing them to overwhelm your faith.

The episode also highlights the importance of avoiding unnecessary conflict. Where it is within your power, pursue peace and refuse to provoke trouble needlessly. However, when difficulties arise despite your best efforts to live peacefully, do not surrender your convictions, dignity, or responsibility merely to avoid confrontation.

LET JESUS CALM THE STORM

One of the central messages of this teaching is that you cannot successfully navigate every storm by relying on your strength alone. The disciples' experience reminds us of our need for Jesus when the winds become contrary and the sea begins to rise.

Instead of panicking, attempting to control everything, or becoming overwhelmed by the situation, learn to call upon Jesus in prayer and trust Him to do what only He can do.

There are battles that demand patient prayer. There are seasons that require sustained faith. There are circumstances in which you must acknowledge your limitations and depend on the Lord's power, wisdom, and intervention.

The storm may be real, but it does not have to determine the outcome of your journey.

Listen to Season 5, Episode 51 of the Miracles of Jesus Bible Study Series.

Jesus is Lord