Report on Praise Sunday Service at Foursquare Gospel Church Wuse District Headquarters, Abuja, on Sunday, March 30, 2025
Text: Psalms 126:1-6
Minister: Rev. Mrs. Olusola Idowu
Guest Music Artist: Sister Blessing Angel Job (Music Director of Kubwa District).
Service Overview
Sunday service at Foursquare Gospel Church Wuse District Headquarters was a spiritually uplifting and transformative experience. The atmosphere was charged with expectancy as the congregation gathered to worship and draw closer to God through heartfelt praises and a powerful message. The service was led by Rev. Mrs. Olusola Idowu, with special musical ministrations by Sister Blessing Angel Job.
Worship and Praise
The service began with an electrifying session of worship led by Sister Blessing Angel Job. Her vibrant harmonies and soul-stirring melodies prepared the hearts of the congregation to receive the Word of God. The sanctuary was filled with an overwhelming sense of God’s presence as the congregation lifted their voices in unity, praising and worshiping the Almighty.
Sermon Highlights
Rev. Mrs. Olusola Idowu delivered a profound and inspiring message titled,
“Let Your Praise Inspire Others: Praises Draws God’s Attention.” Drawing from Psalms 126:1-6, she emphasized the transformative power of praise and its ability to inspire others and draw God’s attention. Below are the key highlights of her sermon:
Psalms as Songs of Degrees:
Rev. Mrs. Idowu explained the essence of Psalms as songs of degrees, particularly focusing on Psalms 120 to 134. She highlighted that Psalms 126 is the 7th one, symbolizing completeness and divine intervention.
Praise Over Murmuring:
In verse 1a, she encouraged the congregation to replace murmuring with praises. Instead of focusing on requests, believers should prioritize praising God for His faithfulness and goodness.
Praise Inspires Others:
Verse 2 was used to illustrate how the Israelites realized what God had done for them, and their mouths were filled with laughter and praise. Rev. Idowu urged the congregation to let their praises inspire others, encouraging them to join in worshiping God.
God’s Great Works:
Verse 3 was a reminder to be glad for the great things the Lord has done. She referenced the story of Paul and Silas in Acts 16:25-26, who prayed and sang praises to God in prison, leading to a miraculous intervention that transformed the jailer and others.
David’s Experience:
Rev. Mrs. Olusola Idowu amplified David’s experience in Psalms 34:2-3, emphasizing the importance of magnifying the Lord and exalting Him together. She encouraged the congregation to testify of God’s goodness and invite others to join in praising Him.
Prayer for Restoration:
In verse 4, she led the congregation in a prayer for restoration, asking God to turn their captivity as He does with the streams in the south.
Assurance of God’s Faithfulness:
Rev. Mrs. Idowu concluded with a powerful reminder of God’s unchanging nature: “You are the same yesterday, today, and forever. What You have done for me, I know You can do forever and ever”.
Musical Ministration:
Following the sermon, Sister Blessing Angel Job led the congregation in a 45-minute session of evaporating praise and worship. The sanctuary was filled with an overwhelming sense of joy and gratitude as the congregation sang songs of thanksgiving and adoration to God.
Rev. Mrs. Olusola Idowu’s rendition of “Come and join me sing hallelujah, Jehovah has done me well” echoed deeply with the congregation, leaving a lasting impact.
Biblical Stories and References:
Psalms 126:1-6:
This passage recounts the joy and restoration of the Israelites when the Lord brought them back from captivity. Their mouths were filled with laughter and their tongues with songs of joy, inspiring others to recognize God’s greatness.
Acts 16:25-26 (Paul and Silas):
Paul and Silas prayed and sang praises to God while in prison, leading to a miraculous earthquake that opened the prison doors. This act of praise not only led to their deliverance but also transformed the jailer and his household.
Psalms 34:2-3 (David’s Testimony):
David magnified the Lord and invited others to join him in exalting God. This passage underscores the power of communal praise and the importance of testifying to God’s goodness.
In conclusion, Praise Sunday service was a divine encounter that left the congregation inspired and empowered to let their praises inspire others.
Rev. Mrs. Olusola Idowu’s message and Sister Blessing Angel Job’s musical ministrations created an atmosphere of worship that drew God’s attention and transformed lives. The service ended with a renewed commitment to prioritize praise and trust in God’s unchanging faithfulness.
Key Takeaways:
1. Praises should replace murmuring and inspire others to worship God.
2. God’s faithfulness and greatness should be celebrated through communal praise.
3. Testimonies of God’s works are powerful tools for drawing others to Him.
4. God’s promises of restoration and deliverance are assured for those who trust and praise Him.
The service was a proof to the transformative power of praise and the importance of letting our worship draw others closer to God.
Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon is a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants, Fellow of the Chronicle Business School, Abuja, a Researcher and resource person at the International Institute of Journalism, Abuja.
