Divine Encounter: GBM 2025 National Convention Launches Community Outreach, Sparks Spiritual Revival

Times of His Visitation: GBM 2025 National Convention Inspires and Transforms

The 2025 National Convention of the Gospel Believers Mission (GBM) was a deeply spirit-filled gathering, marking a new chapter of revival and divine visitation.

The convention activities began with the Pre-Convention Programme held from October 30th to November 1st, 2025, featuring Operation GBM Hand of Mercy. This outreach included free medical care, empowerment for widows and orphans, support for internally displaced persons, and distribution of food, clothing, and provisions to indigent families. Participants also visited orphanages and vulnerable communities, extending the mission’s hand of compassion.

The Pre-Convention Luncheon followed on November 6th, 2025, held simultaneously in Lagos and Abuja. It served as a moment of fellowship, networking, and spiritual preparation. In Lagos, Music Minister Sister Omotola Sax lifted the atmosphere with a powerful ministration that set the tone for what was to come.

The main National Convention officially commenced on November 7th, 2025, also held concurrently in Lagos and Abuja, with a live transmission connecting both centres.

In Lagos, after an inspiring session of prayer, praise, and worship, Pastor Francis Isaac, chairman of the convention organising committee, delivered the welcome address. He declared that “the gates of hell shall not prevail.” He emphasised that this was a time for God to touch lives and visit His people.

The Bible reading was taken from Luke 1:68–76 by Rev. Akpovino.

The highlight of the day was the first message and proclamation of the convention by the host and general overseer, Rev. (Dr) Ezra Jahadi Jakko, a retired major general. The atmosphere became charged with divine presence as he declared that the convention was “not just a gathering, but a divine appointment.” He assured the people that God was visiting to redeem, restore, and empower His people for His purpose, especially in these critical times for the nation and the church.

Pastor (Mrs) Grace Jakko, wife of the General Overseer, delivered a profound lecture titled “Depression: A Perspective”. Drawing from Proverbs 12:25, she highlighted biblical figures such as Moses, Job, David, and Naomi who experienced moments of despair. She identified causes of depression—including anxiety, disappointment, loss, and rejection—and encouraged believers to seek strength and hope in God.

The second sermon, titled “When God Visits His People”, was delivered by Pastor (Dr) Dominic Omokaro from Abuja, with Luke 1:68 as his text. His message reminded believers that when God visits, destinies are revived, redemption flows, and impossibilities bow.

A teaching session followed, led by Pastor Salami, who spoke on “The Principles of Faith in God” from Hebrews 11:1. He emphasised that faith thrives on unwavering belief and trust in God’s promises.

The church choir entertained the congregation with an anointed musical performance that filled the hall with praise and joy. Mr Philip Thomas, popularly known as Mallam-Razphill, from Plateau State, also thrilled the congregation with a spectacular Northern-style gospel performance titled in Hausa “Shaitan yayi letti” (devil, you are too late) that added colour and diversity to the evening.

The programme continues tomorrow and is rounded up on Sunday with a thanksgiving service.

The session also featured a special address by Dr Adebisi Aderogba, who spoke on the theme “Time of Visitation”, drawing inspiration from Matthew 28 and encouraging believers to remain steadfast and expectant in this season of divine encounter.

Intercessory prayer was led by Pastor Meshach Mijindadi, after which a powerful and spirit-filled message was delivered by Bishop Abraham Olaleye, titled “When God Visits His People,” with the text taken from Genesis 50:22–25. His message emphasised the enduring faith of Joseph and how divine visitation preserves purpose even in the face of adversity. The atmosphere was charged with fervent prayers and heartfelt worship as attendees experienced a tangible move of God’s power and presence.

The session concluded with the closing benediction, marking the end of the day’s proceedings and ushering participants into anticipation for the following day, which promised continuity of the introductory messages and deeper encounters with God’s Word and Spirit.