A BIRTHDAY PRAYER: I SURRENDER TO SERVE YOU

I called the LORD and He heard me
He sent His Son and He saved me
He delivered my soul from oppression
He anointed my head with His unction
Now He fits me up to do His bidding
To daily bring His word to the living

I thank You, LORD, for my new year
You gladden my heart with Your goodness
My soul and my spirit I surrender
My body in tow to Your harness
To pull the chariot of Your good news
Inspiring, correcting and edifying
To discharge, by grace, my own dues
And fulfill the terms of my calling

Amen in Jesus’ name.

Ⓒ Edith Ugochi Ohaja 2018

Knowing and serving the LORD is the best thing that can happen to anyone. It starts with making peace with God through our Lord Jesus. If you would like to live like this but you have not accepted Jesus as your Lord and Saviour, do pray this short prayer:

PRAYER FOR SALVATION
Almighty God, I repent of my sins and ask you to forgive me. I receive the work Jesus did for me by shedding His blood for my sins. Write my name in the Lamb’s Book of Life and send your Spirit to live in my heart and teach me your word. I receive the grace to live a life that honours you henceforth in Jesus’ name. Amen.

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212 comments

  • EDEH CYNTHIA OLUOMACHI

    May your wisdom double every day so that you continue to teach the wonderful life lessons to your future students. You are not just our teacher, but you are also a close friend who is always there to distinguish for us what’s good and what’s bad. You are a teacher, a friend, a philosopher and a guide. What more can one ask for! We are lucky to have you. Thank u for impacting our lives. You are a blessing. Happy birthday, ma! U r d best!

    • Edith Ohaja

      Praaaaise the Lord! May the Lord cause you to excel and be distinguished among your peers in Jesus’ name.

  • Ohakwe Oluchi Judith

    Amen..Happy birthday, ma’am! You are one of a kind and a blessing to us and to our generation. I bless God for making me know you and I want to use this medium to thank you for all you have done for me… Thank you for shaping and giving my life a meaning… May God bless you richly and give you reasons to smile all the days of your life…Amen…Cheers!

    • Edith Ohaja

      Amen. Thank you for these beautiful words, Judith. Glory to God! God will make you a blessing all round too in Jesus’ name.

  • He is worthy of your praise and thanks
    He is worthy of you, Aunty Edith
    For he has gifted you above any
    Blessed you with wisdom equivalent to Solomon’s
    Teaching ability like no other
    A heart worth more than diamond
    A carriage/courage of an eagle

    He has blessed you with a charming smile
    That smile is your signature
    That smile has healed so many broken hearts
    That smile defines you

    You are efficacious
    A star that illuminates the world
    Blessed among women
    Beauty with brains
    A woman with a mighty God
    Respected, inspiring and admired by many
    A role model to millions…..
    Happy birthday, God’s dearest….
    Happy birthday, precious Eagle
    Happy birthday, Emerald
    Happy birthday, Aunty
    More grace to edithohaja.com

  • Akogu Juliet Aniema

    Happy birthday to my one and only mummy in school here… MA I’ve learnt a whole lot of things from you especially the habit of smiling a lot and the ability to respond positively when one greets me. MA you are an embodiment of wisdom and I’m happy that you are my teacher and not my lecturer. Today I pray for u… Long life shall you get, your understanding of the word shall be enlightened and your shall continue soaring higher…love you mama and many more years of celebration to come.

  • He is worthy of your praise and thanks.
    He is worthy of you Aunty Edith,
    For he has gifted you above any,
    Blessed you with wisdom equivalent to Solomon’s.
    Teaching ability like no other
    A heart worth more than diamond
    A carriage/courage of an eagle!

    He has blessed with a charming smile.
    That smile is your signature
    That smile has healed so many broken heart
    That smile define you.

    You are efficacious,
    A star that illuminate the world,
    Blessed among woman,
    Beauty with brains.
    A woman with a mighty God
    Respected, inspiring and admired by many
    A role model to millions…..
    Happy birthday God’s dearest….
    Happy birthday precious Eagle
    Happy birthday Emerald
    Happy birthday Aunty.
    More grace to Edithohaja.com

  • Maduabuchi Ebube Deborah

    Happy birthday to my lecturer, my mentor and a woman I have being looking up to since my yr one as mother……
    Ma, I really appreciate you, I really appreciate knowing you….I can remember the first day I saw you, I didn’t even know u are going to be our lecturer, I touched my frnd nd I told her that this lecturer is very beautiful and that day u were not smiling, I really dnt know why….I got amazed the day u came to our class to teach and you were smiling and laughing and I touched my frnd again and I told her, when I said this woman is beautiful I made a mistake, this lecturer is more than beautiful with an amazing smile….I nearly came to your office but I tried coming more than five times but I was scared, lol…..
    Ma, thank you very much for your kindness, love and care towards us, for always doing everything possible to be lecturing us each time we have you. Ma, I want to thank you for always making us feel comfortable around you with ur smile….Ma, I want to thank you because of this your blog you introduced for us because there are many things that I have read in this blog that have been keeping me going, stronger, happier.
    Ma, as today marks your birthday, I pray for more yrs to celebrate it, I pray for God’s blessings on you cos you deserve and merit it, I pray for God’s favour, Gods grace, I pray for God’s knowledge and wisdom, I pray that God shall always be your source of inspiration, especially in writing your stories, I pray for unending happiness in your life, as you always use your stories to strengthen me, so shall God strengthen you always. Ma, I pray for good health, I pray for more money in your life, I pray for open doors and breakthrough, I pray that God will never deviate from u, I pray that God will always give you his grace to always stick with him so in the last day, that he shall accept you in heaven, I pray that all your evangelism on earth shall yield a good fruit in heaven…..

    *HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO A WOMAN OF VIRTUE, MY MENTOR, MUM AND A GREAT TEACHER TO ME*
    MAY YOU LIVE LONG TO WITNESS MORE OF YOUR BIRTHDAYS, MA!

    • Edith Ohaja

      I can’t shout oh! This brought tears to my eyes. I pray the Lord to bless everything about you and move you higher than your expectations in Jesus’ name.

  • Gideon kosiso

    A wonderful prayer and a perfect dedication. May the lord help us to serve him to the end and may his spirit guide us during temptations and trials. Happy birthday ? to a lady with a heart of Gold, a Christ like being and a mother to all. God bless you ma’am. You will live long in Jesus name, Amen!!

  • Ishiwu victor c

    She is like a Mother, a Teacher, a Blessing, a Gift and above all a Counsellor to me and to all her children, both academically, spiritually and otherwise. I’m sorry i can’t find the original words to express my respect for you, but all i pray is that God will continue to strengthen you in your weakness. I know I’m not too close to you but the little i know about you i praise God.

    Happy bornday Ms Edith Ugochi Ohaja (my lovely lecturer)…wish u all the good things in life and more years to your age. Amen.

  • Amarachi Albert

    Happy birthday Ma, you’ve really touched lives, mine inclusive, keep being the blessing that you are. God bless you more this year ma.
    ❤❤??Loads of love from “Big Woman”

  • Okonkwo chidimma benita

    Happy birthday Aunty Edith. God bless your new age!! More knowledge and promotion in all your endeavours. Amen!!
    I’m coming for my cake o?

  • Obiorah Emmanuel Paschal

    What an inspiring prayer of total submission to God’s Will.
    I give my life to you oh Lord! Do to me as you wish. Re kindle me with your your fire and use me to spread your Gospel. Amen.

  • Sunday Francis C

    We all are sinners but the blood of Jesus Christ signalled the era of grace and salvation. His blood has redeemed us. I am a sinner and i repent of my sins today.
    I surrender to you oh Lord. Thank you ma for this wonderful message of salvation. May you be blessed richly in Jesus name. Amen!

  • Analike, Vivian U.

    Firstly, I am thanking God for making you who you are today. His blessings, grace and favor, I know, have been keeping you. All glory be unto his name, Amen
    Today, opens up another phase of life for you, a new year which I know will be better than the previous years.
    I am wishing you the happiest birthday, new year and gracious long life filled with God’s blessings and favour. You have touched, inspired and motivated so many lives. May God never cease to bless you and reward you abundantly. May you continue smiling and soar higher than your mates. Amen.
    God’s blessings I pray and I pray he fulfil all your heart’s desires. Amen
    Happy birthday
    I love you
    Thank you for ur inspirations, motivations and prayers.
    Forever grateful

  • MOKOGWU JOSEPHINE

    Happy birthday to the most amiable admirable woman She is a mother to all, she is understanding and loving. From my heart, wishing the best in life as you go further in your career and other aspects. Long life and prosperity. May the almighty God guide, protect and provide for you. Amen.

  • Godwin Maxwell

    Nice poem…..
    You have always inspired every single part of my life…..
    I am honoured to have you as a mentor…
    I pray God protects and guides you in all you do.
    May God also bless me with that type of smile that is always beaming on your face..

    Happy birthday Ma…
    You’re a rare Gem and worthy of celebrating.

  • EZEMA CHIDINMA GLORIA

    Happy birthday ma, wish you long life and prosperity. God’s blessings shall follow you all the days of your life. May God continue to strengthen you always in Jesus name Amen. Thank you for your advice, love everything about you. You are a mother, a motivator and an inspirational woman. Thank you and God bless you, ma.

  • Kat

    Such a lovely poem on this lovely day. His grace is indeed evident in your life ma’am. I just want to wish you a happy and wonderful birthday. It’s been a privilege being your student and i’m thankful for your impact in my life. Continue to glow like the rare diamond that you are. Hip hip hip,hurray!. #smiles#

  • Amedu Blessing Amarachi

    You’re indeed blessed MA! How wonderful God is in ur life. May all odds forever be in your very own Favour, Happy birthday Ma!

  • Analike Vivian . U.

    Happy birthday Ma’am , you’re an epitome of diligence…..
    Each time I see you , I see my future self.
    Compassionate, caring and always full of empathy.
    May God bless you as you add one today..
    God bless Ma…

  • Agi Comfort Obahi

    Really nice
    Happy birthday. I wish u all d good things of life

  • Ekpali Joseph Saint

    As you begin another year MA, may God protect, keep, bless and strengthen you, may you live in good health of mind and body. May God turn his countenance on you and be gracious unto you. May you always be favoured and may you have reasons to smiile and be grateful to God always.. Happy birthday, MA!

    • Edith Ohaja

      Thank you for the lovely prayer. Amen to it in Jesus’ name. Ma the peace of God that passes all understanding abide with you always in Jesus’ name.

  • nwakwor amanda

    really true ma. it’s such a lovely poem. may you remain blessed in jesus name.

  • EDEH CYNTHIA OLUOMACHI

    May your wisdom double every day, so that you continue to teach the wonderful life lessons to your future students. You are not just our teacher, but you are also a close friend who is always there to suggest to us what’s good and what’s bad. You are a teacher, a friend, a philosopher and a guide. What more can one ask for! We are lucky to have you as our teacher. Thank you for impacting lives. You are a blessing to our generation, u r d best. May God give u the grace to establish more souls. Happy birthday, ma!

  • Ugwoke Onyinyechi Sylvia

    Happy birthday, ma. Your sincere dedication to God, your cordial relationship with your students and other lecturers in the department inspires me. Thank you for impacting in my life in so many ways. Enjoy your day!

  • Ugwoke Onyinyechi Sylvia

    Happy birthday, ma. Your sincere dedication to God, your cordial relationship to your students and other Lecturers in the department inspires me. Thank you for impacting in my life in so many ways. Enjoy your day.

  • joseph jennifer

    Ring the bells! Aunty Edith adds another year today. Glory to God! my utmost prayer for you today is for God to keep you for a very long time, to reap abundantly, the fruits of your labour. you are unforgettable. a teacher! a mother! a friend!. you are beautiful inside and out, a true child of God and ardent teacher of the word. role model to many, inspiration to all and sundry. i have never seen a more amazing person. your kind heart, your ability to observe, to take notice of minor details, knowing most people’s names and even surnames! it amazes me. you amaze me,everyday. always smiling, one would wonder if you have the ability to get angry at all. when i say you are a gift to our generation, I mean every word. may the Lord bless you abundantly ma! I love you!!

    • Edith Ohaja

      Wow! This is fantastic, Jennifer. Glory to God! You are a big encouragement to me yourself and I pray that God will use you in higher leadership positions when you leave here in Jesus’ name.

  • Euphemia James

    Happy Birthday Ma and Many more years too. I admire your use of words, i just learnt from your post now the spelling of unction – use to think it was spelt oction.

  • Miracle Ama Kalu

    Shout out to a woman of faith, a mother to all the students who see the beauty she possesses in all her doings, a lecturer with the golden smile, whose teachings are always simplified to the core. Happy birthday, Mama, you are loved by God and by all.

  • Ukamaka Ukaegbu Mirabel

    An epitome of beauty you are, a jewel of inestimable value, the woman with the golden smile, a lecturer with a difference, a mother to all, who is that student that has come in contact with you and wouldn’t have anything beautiful to compliment about you, am yet to see that person, you are indeed a woman of God, words of truth will always remain in your tongue Ma, wishing you a happy birthday and many more fruitful and grace filled years to come.

    • Edith Ohaja

      Wow, glory to God! I am blessed to have students like you. You will be celebrated by all and sundry too in Jesus’ name.

  • Onu victor tochukwu

    I love this write up. God has cleansed us, it’s now left to us to cleanse others using His name. Happy birthday in arrears ma. May God continue to bless you. Amen

  • Afiadigwe Nnedinso Rita

    Yes oo my father is able to do all things. He has been guiding and protecting us since we were born, may He continue to do it for you ma.Happy Birthday ma.

  • If you’re course in the university, I will offer it first. If you are the rain, I will come out of my house to feel it because I know it will wash away my sorrows. If I get provoked and you’re the tear in my eyes, I will save it for future purposes. Your smile alone is worth more than thousands folds. God will continue to bless your days, months and years and make them more simple/easy and provide your daily needs and bread. Happy birthday teacher, tutor, Mrs Lecturer, wishing you many more years ahead. All the best for you, MA, for only your articles make me feel happy.

  • Ruth Ejims

    Though this is past your birthday, I pray your life be filled with celebrations from now on. And also this poem is wonderful and indeed God sent his son according to John 3:16 to die for our sins and indeed we have salvation through faith in Christ Jesus and the forgiveness of sins.

  • Ofodile chinenye

    Happy birthday ma, may nations gather at your rising and may God always give you a reason to smile. As you add another beautiful year may you always be brought closer to God n may his purpose in your life be fulfilled.(amen)

  • Ofoegbu Maureen

    I bless the name of the Lord for keeping you alive to celebrate another year. Happy birthday ma. May he give you more blessings to count each day and may you be favoured according to his riches in glory.
    You are indeed a great mother to us all I wish you nothing but the best.

  • onyeabor ijeoma Rita

    oh! am so sorry ma, i never knew it was your birthday. happy belated birthday, ma! As you are stainless, young, beautiful and healthy, so shall you be in the next 100 years of your life… You are an epitome of beauty. Even without makeup, u still look extremely beautiful, more than those who do makeover. I’ve been wondering the secret but I think I now know. When you are a real believer, you’re always radiant and glow like the Angels and that is exactly the way you are. I have decided to be a true believer so that i can shine like Aunty Edith Ohaja.
    I pray for you with the deepest part of my heart that the good Lord you cling unto will always be your armour and shield all the days of your life. All those who hate you for no reason will see the power of God in you and give their lives to God. You shall be strengthened beyond limit so that you can change lives positively with just a smile.
    i love you, ma! Once more, happy belated birthday!

  • udeh blessing

    Amen. You deserve everything that God is doing for you, because you still took up this mantle of Christianity upon yourself, which is to preach the word of God to the world by using this wonderful blog, how many people will do it? Just few like you.A lot of christian blogs have been converted today. it was through this blog that my life changed and I got closer to God. I will keep saying it,’YOU ARE A BLESSING TO THIS GENERATION’. More rewards are coming to you because God loves those who diligently seek him.you are indeed a humble woman of God. God bless you ma

  • udeh blessing

    Happy birthday to the one and only faithful christian hero.Ma you are yet to see God’s Goodness in your life.love you ma. once again Happy birthday and God bless you ma

  • Ani uchenna adanna

    May God’s blessings ,wisdom, mercy and love never depart from you ma. ..happy birthday and God bless you .

  • Ugwuoke Kenneth Ekene

    Quite inspiring! Good for Easter meditation. Christ died for us – for the atonement of our sins. But sadly, many of us have neglected this unquantifiable love of Christ. We have so gone astray that we no longer remember our primary objective to Christ,to God. Hence the need to turn back. The need to go back, and surrender to our creator. He promised to forgive all our sins and make us all as white as snow. If only we believe in HIM.

  • Chikwado Ezeh

    All to Jesus, I surrender;
    All to Him, I freely give.
    He will never forsake me;
    He can never abandon me;
    No matter where I go…

    Thanks be to God, who gave us His only begotten son, Jesus to die for the atonement of sins. Glory to Jesus, who chose to die that we might live; He chose to be poor that we might be rich; He chose to be destroyed, that we might be redeemed. Thanks to the Lord of hosts…

  • Amachukwu Amarachi mercy

    Congrats ma, we wish you successful new age and may God continue to enrich you to the highest dimension and Grant you Divine upliftment so that the world will know how unique and special you are in crafting your writings and I also pray that God will give you Divine wisdom, knowledge and understanding to touch and convert lives. Through your expertise in both oral and writing. The Lord will be your safeguard against any plans of the enemy, they shall not see because the Lord is your shepherd according to Psalm 23 and he will fight those who fight against you according to Psalm 35, the Lord is your shield ma. I pray for long life and everlasting in your life and family. I pray for peace, unity and the divine touch of the holy spirit in your family.
    Amen.

  • Kenneth Ugwuoke

    Thank you for the prayers ma. You are a blessing to our generation. Each word you post here have affected me positively. Happy birthday

  • Odeke Chidubem Camilus

    Your posts have been encouraging, helpful, inspiring. May God continue to bless and reward your efforts with success. As you celebrate your birthday, i wish more grace, long life and prosperity ma.

  • Gerald

    you’re just so exceptional ma, and adding another year to the period of your existence on planet earth, gladdens my heart. this is because. i am certain that you would carry on with the God given mandate of impacting in people’s life

  • Chigbo Godspromise E

    His mercies endures forevermore, he is worthy of your praises and even more. I’m happy; he has made it possible for you to see another year of his wonderful manifestation in your life.

  • Anowi chisom

    ma, your impact on people’s life has been life changing. The manifestation of God’s promises in your life is very great. Thank God for his protection and guidance on you, happy birthday ma.

  • Ifebunandu Angela chiemerie

    Birthdays are a perfect opportunity for us to celebrate the life God has given us. I pray for your happiness but also for a greater sense of fulfillment in work, an ease of communication with those you love and a sense of satisfaction in all that you have accomplished. Above all, may you rest secure in the knowledge of God’s constant love and care for you, personally and may he continue to bless and protect you. Your works are a blessing to our generation.
    Happy birthday in arrears ma

  • Okoye Thelma Nnenna

    Words can not express how delighted I am, you are a wonderful woman blessed with a charming smile. You are one of a kind, a woman with great moral principles, you are a virtuous woman. You influence everyone you come in contact with positively, you are a great teacher, may God’s joy and love never depart from you and your family. You have touched many souls through your teachings, your words of encouragement, your writings, and your evangelism. God bless you Ma. Belated Happy Birthday.

  • Gift Nwankwo

    All I have to say is a big AMEN!! May God continue to bless and keep you Ma

  • Ndubuisi Uchenna Nicholas

    inspiring total submission to the will of God, allowing God to start off your new year for you

  • Charles Emmanuella

    Amen!! You’re such a great inspiration to us and may God’s love, blessings and protection continue to be with you.

  • Gerald

    you are a blessing to humanity ma. everything about you speaks of God’s immense love and benevolence.

  • Okemiri Ifunanya Diana

    Good day ma ,I know it’s coming very late but I understand good leader can not be forgotten easily so therefore I want to use this time to wish you what you wish yourself,more wisdom to help others achieve their goal, more loving heart to love others,more understanding to understand others when they seek for your help,and above all more stories to help others grow stronger,these are the birthday wishes I have for you.

  • iheanyi ugochi elizabeth

    He has personally chosen you to change the world through His gift in you. you are a gift to our generation, ma. may He fill your life with His endless grace and wisdom.

  • EKWUEME VICTOR OBIORA

    Wow! Our mother is celebrating, happy birthday ma. Am sorry my wishes are coming late but I believe our Lord’s ear is always open to hear and answer prayer. Ma, may the Lord that kept you till this far continue to sustain and guide you. May there be reasons for joy in your life, family, office and beyond. Hope you celebrated well ma. Happy birthday, am coming for my cake.

  • Nwangwu chisom

    God bless you greatly, ma, for taking out time on your birthday to win people to Christ through this post as it is important to God. God bless and multiply the seeds you sow in people’s lives as He has made you a blessing to many lives and continue to enlarge your coast.

  • Ujevwe Emmanuel

    Happy birthday Aunty Edith may God grant you more life and grease to your elbow . Your stories, poems and prayers have been an inspiration to all and may his amazing grace see you through as you carry the words of sweet knowledge far and wide.

  • ologhofor sampson

    I cant stop talking about Gods love and grace in my life,this poem is actually short but it had a powerful effect on me because i have checked my life and its obvious i have to keep serving God and surrender all to him. I wont stop till i know to the end oh lord,Take me and use me to preach your word to the world in Jesus name,Amen. bless u ma.

  • izunobi stanislaus

    Happy birthday ma, wishing you long life and prosperity, more knowlege and inspiration to you ma

  • Egbo Rita Somtochukwu

    Happy birthday MA, may this good work you have started never come to an end. May his joy continually fill your heart and mind. May God impact in you his wisdom and knowledge Amen… Many more blessed and fulfilled years to come MA..

  • Anyalewechi Chinaza Victory

    Happy birthday in arrears ma, the lecturer I can’t afford to miss her class.May your days be long ma.

  • Anazodo Helen

    Amen, HBD ma,sorry its coming late, i so much love this God of ours, when ever we call on him, he is there to answer, infact sometimes i dont know were to start to thank him, thanks ma for this words to remind us that he is always there for us

  • Happy birthday ma’am, reading your poems and write ups has opened my eyes to a lot of things. Because the bible said for lack of knowledge my people perish

  • Chidinma Obasi

    He is worthy of our praise. for in him we move, we live and have our being. may God bless you new age

  • Henry

    *To discharge, by grace, my own dues
    And fulfill the terms of my calling*
    This last sentences of yours, should be why anyone on earth should celebrate their birthdays. Knowing why we were sent to earth, and walking in that purpose is worth celebrating itself, on our birthdays. No life is worth celebrating, when purpose has not been defined. God bless ma’am. Thank you.

  • Adonu Ifeanyichukwu B

    Birthday celebration comes once in a year and it’s a time given to us by God to reflect and reevaluate our life. Its pleasing to know that u surrendered ur life to Christ before now.. This is my birthday wishes for you: that u may grow in wisdom and knowledge, love and peace, strength and goodwill from God and the world and above all,long life and graceful aging…… Happy birthday ma cheers.

  • Obidigbo Ifunanya Nino

    A nice write up ma, may the lord bless you with more wisdom knowledge and understanding, he shall also bless you for sharing his good news to the world especially through your blog, remain blessed ma.

  • Sunday Ezekwesiri Daniel

    O Lord set my heart on fire for you. I want to know you more every day of my life. May every year you add to my life be used to maximize divine purpose. “Fulfilling the terms of my calling on earth” and impacting lives positively. Ma indeed you are worth celebrating everyday because you are not just a mother, teacher, but an instrument to the promotion of the kingdom. You are an inspiration to many. Remain blessed and age with grace and favour amen.

  • Ani Fabian

    As christians,knowing our purpose and reasons of existence here on earth matters alot and working towards it makes us grow deep in his unending love.what a nice write up ma.i feel blessed with these.praying earnestly for the grace to live a fulfill live in Christ jesus amen.

  • Agu Ginika R

    Amen! to your prayers Ma.
    Happy New age Ma. I pray that the good Lord who has made you attain this new age will continue to richly increase you with, direct your daily life, always give you a cause to smile, endow you with a healthy life to continue to witness and celebrate your days on earth. He should feel you with insight and nourish your whole being with blessings so that you will continue to inspire us and be a blessing to us.

  • Alexis Okoye

    May God help us as we say this prayer,trust and believe in him, act according to the word of God,we ask through Christ our Lord

  • Ezeh onyekachukwu c

    My birthday prayer for you is to continue growing in Gods wisdom and knowlege. I pray for long life and prosperity. I also pray for Gods love.

  • Onwusonye promise

    Amen. Nothing can substitute for serving God unreservedly. We shall enjoy more of his goodness all our lives

  • Dike Gerald Osinachi

    Nothing fills the heart with joy more than being aright with Jesus. He is the source of all goodness. He does not deny any good to those who surrender to Him. Keep it up ma

  • Unwana Ekere

    God’s love is just so excess in your life ma’am!
    Your smiles lightens a heavy-burdened heart and gives life to the spirit-man.
    Your write-up gives way for creativity,
    Your inspirational words gives room for total turn around in a man’s life,
    Your motherly love and care brings hope to our generation.
    Thank you for taking me through the sphere of academics and worldview.
    God’s bountiful love, grace and favour will forever abide with you..

  • Agwu Tochukwu Frank

    Happy birthday to you ma.
    Indeed, he is worthy of your praise for addition a year to your age.
    Jackson family loves you…..

  • Ayigbo Choneme Edma

    Truly ; You called the Lord and He heard you; He delivered your soul from oppression”. A wonderful piece you wrote here ma’am.It is indeed a way of saying I surrender to God my creator.

  • Nzeribe Ashley

    A birthday prayer that fills the soul with so much peace and love, you are epitome of beauty ma, a source of inspiration and encouragement to all.
    May Gods unending grace,favour and love continue to keep u for us all!

  • ABONYI CHISOM. E.

    I pray today that you not only celebrate more birthdays, but you always exude the true meaning of a role model and a great accomplisher of God’s will, who has not only fought the good fight but has won a great deal of souls for God’s great kingdom. You’re a rare gem Mummy, keep living His will, never relent, and keep inspiring us all.

  • Akuma Victor

    This post reminds me of a similar post of yours last year, how it all started. You would agree with me when I said it has been the Lord’s doing, I can’t tell if this is where u wish to be but I certainly believe it is a good foot-start to where u want to be. you’ve truly inscribed your name in the sands of time. Happy birthday aunt even though it’s late already. May you witness God’s overwhelming love and care in this new year of yours.

  • Bessong Faith Ada

    Amen.
    I was passing by and something caught me. . I have something to comend and that is your rhyme.. First stanza used (AaBb) second stanza used (AbAb) thumbs up.

  • Ugwuaneke Grace U.

    It is a great thing to serve the lord.his goodness and mercy endures forever,happy birthday in areas ma,age with grace for the joy of the lord is your strength.

  • Nwogu Chiamaka

    Splendid, happy birthday in arrears ma. May the Lord grant you your heart desires.

  • Ugwuda Mathew Ejike

    Happy Birthday in arrears ma. The most admirable and God fearing woman,a mother for all, an epitome of beauty and a woman who can smile for Africans.wishing you all the best life can offer and God will continue to strengthen and uplift you in all your endeavours.Amen.

  • Ozoguejiofor Uche Jacinta

    Who is like JESUS? Nobody!!!. His love is a 100% . Not partial or with selfish reasons like a Human would love, HE sees me through whatever turbulence I face in my Life, HE IS MY LORD, MY PROVIDER AND FRIEND.. This poem reinstated this affirmation in my life.

  • Iroegbu Chinatu Amara

    Oh I missed this on the exact date. Happy belated Birthday ma. More wisdom, grace, prosperity and long life upon your life. Indeed God is faithful to his people. May his blessings on your life never cease. Gud bless ur new age.

  • Agugbua Miriam Chisom

    The lord is really good. Happy birthday in arrears ma. More grace to ur life. More blessings, wisdom and prosperity upon your life. I pray that God will continue to bless you and shower you with his abundant blessings. Amen.

  • Nwabuike Onyinyechi

    Happy birthday in arrears ma….. I pray the Lord will lift you higher and make you the best you, I wish you long life and prosperity. Serving the Lord gives you some joy and peace in you, as you continue serving him, his joy and peace will never depart from you. Amen

  • Chisom vincentia charles

    God has blessed you with everything ma.Your smile,your wisdom,your beauty. You are a role model to so many people and you touch so many lives positively.May the Almighty God continue to edify and strengthen u in Jesus name.

  • Sunday Kingsley Odinakachukwu.

    Christ died that we may have life. He died for the attornment of our sins.And as such we expected to turn and surrender to him . leaving our sinful nature and fulfilling our calling here on earth. Knowing abd serving the Lord is the best thing that can happen to anyone,because it gives joy and peace of mind that money can not buy. Ma may you continue to grow in the wisdom and knowledge of christ.

  • Annabelle Orji

    This piece helps me to understand that salvation is a total package of peace, joy, laughter splendor and bliss of heaven. I also learned that the word of God inspires us to do more……….
    thanks ma. May God bless your new age. Keep flourishing ♥️

  • Arene Ifeyinwa Ketochukwu

    Happy birthday in arrears ma. As you have chosen to serve God, may God bless you now and always.

  • Eze levi

    Happy birthday to you ma. May God’s blessing always be with you. All your struggles will be turned to favours. Amen

  • Ezugwu Ogochukwu

    Happy birthday in arrears MA, may the Lord be with you,may his blessings, grace, love never seize in your life.
    May he continue to strengthen you.

  • Nwangwu chisom

    This is an amazing prayer and also it a good thing to pray such a prayer. In our world today we don’t always see people who make commitment to God. The consciousness of this prayer is that one had to continue to live for the lord at all times, since He was there for us, you should also be there for Him and make sure His biddings come first

  • Onah Chiamaka Geraldine

    May the good Lord always give you the strength to continue the good job u are doing in the life of your students.. U are one in a million.. Thank you for always being there for us.. Happy birthday in arrears MA!

  • Amana Sharon Umola

    Ma, my prayer for you is that you will finish strong and follow God till the end. Your labors on earth will not be in vain. You are a blessing.

  • Odo Collins Nnaemeka

    It is a great thing to be born again because even the bible made us to understand that heaven rejoices when a soul is converted…..so brethren, one with God is majority, he does not disappoint if u make him your personal lord and saviour…….accept christ so that you will have life and have it in abundance. tanz for the wonderful post, it really touched me and happy birthday in arrears.

  • Ndieze Kelechi

    Happy birthday mum.Your new age is without sickness and struggles. You are blessed with all spiritual blessings in the heavenly by Christ Jesus. Gods grace is upon you ma.

  • Happy birthday ma. It is obvious that your life is in sync with the plan of God for you. May God continue to be with you and bless you just as you bless everyone around you.

  • Theresa

    Wow!! So short but weighty words that one should reflect upon… This is one of d best birthday prayer.. Knowing d purpose and plans God has for you and fulfilling them is one thing. The last lines”to discharge by Grace my own dues and fulfil the term of my calling”, I actually loved the fact that you acknowledged that it’s by GRACE you would be able to discharge your dues…
    Belated Happy Birthday Ma’am

  • Ogbu Nkiruka Gloria

    Truly He anointed your head with His unction,to daily bring his word to the living because all your posts are always inspiring and draws one close to the Creator…..Happy birthday ma,i pray you keep knowing Him more.

  • Ogbodo somtochukwu ikemefuna

    Awwwe. ..
    Soweii it’s coming late …
    A happy birthday to u ma…
    Amen to the prayer.. .
    We need this in our life’s daily.. .
    To reassure our faith in him and and his love in us. ..
    Happy birthday to u once again. .
    U are blessed.. .

  • Levi ifeanyi

    Yesoo… As children of God, it is our duty to surrender to the lord, who gave us life. Without him, we have know reason for existence. Happy birthday ma, though, it came late, but may God shower his blessings upon you.

  • Mbata jemita

    Thanks for the post aunty. You really are a blessing to us and may God in his mercy keep blessing you for us and giving you more years to live and impact in us. Amen

  • Nwosu chinwendu favour

    Wonderful post
    I have seen you countless times MA and I must confess that your body is reflecting his marvelous works, ride on because you are blessed.

  • Precious

    God bless you ma
    You shall live long
    I will not said success in what ever you do because you are success yourself
    As you have been blessing me with your posts so shall people you don’t know bless you all the days of your life.
    Congratulations on your new age

  • Nwankwo Amanda

    You’re an amazing woman, I hope that God keeps you and bless you abundantly, may your joy never cease.

  • Nwankwo Gift

    Our God is full of wonders, he is great and always ready to help and protect his own. He is a miraculous God! Ma thank you very much, you are very inspiring and you have done a lot in our lives with your posts. Please keep up the good work and may the good Lord bless you.

  • Nwabueze Sylvia

    May God grant us all our hearts desire….. Long life MA

  • Ezemobi chika Great

    A birthday prayer: I surrender to serve you .she is more than just a teacher, a role model,a motivationist ,an inspiration to many indeed, nice poem

  • Nwamauzor Victoria Uchechi

    You’re a great lady touching lives, God’s blessings will continue to follow you,Amen.

  • Ugwuanyi Cyprian Fulton Tochi

    “The person with fortitude is the one who perseveres in doing what his conscience tells him he ought to do. He does not measure the value of a task exclusively by the benefit he derives from it, but rather by the service he renders to others.”
    St Josémaria Escriva
    Josemaria Escriva captures an aspect of my lecturer’s quality I want to write. She is one who perseveres to what God directs her to do through her conscience.. as such she listens to her conscience as can be seen in her way of doing things. She is such an ever smiling one which I sometimes asks if she must ever had an enemy because she welcomes all with her smiles and this I believe God gave her as a way to draw people near to him.
    Happy birthday Ma, more blissful years ahead Amen.

  • Martins Kingsley Tobechi

    I am glad you have been using your wisdom to arrest young fellas to God Almighty. To cap your genuine effort, l admit that total submission to God is the only way one can know what is hidden in the sacred scroll of life. Thanks a lot

  • Happy birthday to you mma, you shall live and continue to be a blessing to us, in Jesus name… amen

  • Ngwoke Peter Chinaza

    Happiness depends on ourselves (Socrates), ma you always inspire us to be happy and the Almighty God who sees in spirit will reward you in all the good teaching you are giving to us. Happy womb escape ma, abundant blessings of God in all that you do…

  • Ngwoke Peter Chinaza

    Happiness depends on ourselves (Socrates), ma you always inspire us to be happy and the Almighty God who sees in spirit will reward you in all the good teaching you are giving to us. Happy womb escape ma. abundant blessings of God in all you do.

  • judith

    Happy belated birthday ma, your rare sense of humor motivates me. we are testimonies of his grace and you are indeed a perfect show-off of his glory

  • Amana Sharon Umola

    As you grow in age, I pray that you grow in wisdom and insight too. May all that you desire be granted to you. You are a blessing to me. Am happy I met you.

  • To a great woman that touches the life of youths both socially, spiritually, educationally, and emotionally…..may the Almighty God continue to shower you with his blessing.

  • Onoyima juliet

    Happy birthday ma’am.. Wishing you more grace, prosperous years ahead and above all the love of God

  • Enwerem Beatrice

    I pray we all get closer to God, to know him better and enjoy our relationship with him. its inspiring ma, thanks.

  • it is a prayer as well as a poem to praise God. especially for giving somebody another year. in fact, I have copied it out to say on my birthday. the poem is inspiring ma. thanks.

  • Alex

    God is responsible for protecting us despite all the obstacles,for every year we age, he never ceases to bless us

  • Ugwoke Benedeth

    Aging comes with new blessing and may the Almighty God continue to shower you with wisdom as you carry on with this wonderful piece of work.

  • Surrendering to the Lord is the best thing for us. The poem is quite inspiring.

  • Nice work here
    The Lord love, care, guide and will al ways provide for us for he knows our needs.

  • a very happy birthday to you ma although it came late but will not stop me from wishing u long life and more wisdom as u continue in our lord jesus once again happy birthday to you

  • Ibekwe Vincent c.

    He ever hears, no matter where or when you call on him. So reliable and worthy to be surrendered to.

  • Okoye Thelma Nnenna

    God bless you ma, you are an inspiration to all women. May God’s mercy continually remain abundant in your life and in the life of all who you come incontact with. Always remain blessed. Happy birthday and many more years. Love from Thelma your student ???

  • Emmanuel Steve Sunny

    Every single day should be an opportunity to keep praising the good Lord for his mercies. Happy Birthday Ma! More Grace.

  • Okonkwo Sophia

    Happy birthday in arrears MA, indeed knowing Christ is the most beautiful thing that could happen to anyone, there is this special joy and strength you feel……the feeling is overwhelming.

  • May God give you more inspiration to write and his grace shall be sufficient for you always. Happy birthday, ma!

  • Lilian

    Reading this poem fills my heart with so much gladness. We should never wait for a reason to praise God. May our big Daddy continue to shower you with his blessings.

  • Chidebe uchechukwu cyprain

    This poem is really touching and enlightening. Talking about the immeasurable grace of God in your life from inception to your recent birthday celebration. His unlimited blessings on us cannot be measured, we really owe him our praises and adoration.mma the good lord who gave you the grace to educate us with your write up will see you through amen..

  • Okonkwo Goodness chiamaka

    This poem reminds me of Gods unending grace towards us amidst all our short comings he still cares for us.We should never cease praising and thanking him in and out of seasons because we are product of his grace and he deserves all our worship. Thank you ma.May God continue to bless you richly.

  • happy birthday ma let the lord strengthen you in your good work with us.

  • happy birthday to the most amazing personality i know, LET the lord strengthen as you guide us toward the journey of knowing GOD.

  • ASOGWA CHIBUZOR HENRY

    Happy birthday ma,God has kept and reserved a role and duty for you in this world. You will continue doing exploit

  • ONUOHA PROSPER

    God brought you into this world for a purpose I believe. As you celebrate, your enemies shall be subdued and they shall submit to you.

  • CHINEGWU OBINNA GODSWILL

    Your enemies shall announce your victory, it is really fulfilling when one celebrate his or her birthday .above all we should always celebrate jesus

  • Obikeguna ebele

    Your write-ups pack creativity, Your inspirational words can trigger a total turnaround in a man’s life. Happy belated birthday to our one and only Jackson Mama!

  • Edwin ijeoma vivian

    Happy birthday ma.
    You have touched souls including mine.
    You are really a blessing to a lot of people.

  • Cynthia Ugwuoke

    A jolly person,A cheerful personality ,A great teacher ,and a simple human being.u encompass all these qualities . Wishing you a very happy birthday

  • Onuoha Divine Nmasinachi

    This is beautiful ma.
    God strengthens you to fulfil purpose and live out your dreams and aspirations.

  • Indeed knowing and serving the Lord is the best, we should surrender our lives to him because he alone can lead us through the right path

  • UGWU COLLINS

    Serving Christ, surrendering yourself totally to God is one of the greatest achievements in life. God will always make his servants prosperous.

  • Chidera Emmanuella

    To Know God is to serve him and to serve him is to surrender all,Wishing you a very happy birthday

  • Giving all of us to God is very paramount in life on earth
    We should surrender all to him that’s the best thing to happen to a human being

  • NEW DAWN GREETINGS MA
    Seriously this woman has really imparted my life she is not just a teacher or a lecturer she is a friend a mother a best friend to me because she has really imparted my life and we celebrate God with you for adding a year to her life.
    Surrendering to GOD is really a thing of joy because you are sure of all your needs he is always there for you even if you have no friend just know that once you surrender to God he is your everything
    And I know how this your day God will increase your life bless you in abundance and all your heart desire shall be answered

  • Nwachukwu Chidinma

    Our God is full of wonders, he is great and always ready to help and protect his own. He is a miraculous God! Ma thank you very much, you are very inspiring and you have done a lot in our lives with your posts. Please keep up the good work and may the good Lord bless you.

  • I don’t think I can survive without God!, I mean he has done a whole lot, is it forgiveness of sins? Or utmost protection and direction? Or long life??… He really deserves all the glory for without him I’d probably be a nobody. God is love, God is all!!

  • Happiness

    My birthday wish for you is that God strengthens you that u will never relent or be tired of sharing his love… Happy birthday once more!

  • Vivien

    It takes only the grace and love of God for him to accept a person as his own , God loves you so much and may his grace and infinite mercy see u through .
    Just as u have given him your life he’ll give u all u need

  • Chinelobi Treasure Oluchi

    “To discharge, by grace, my own dues”… No matter how little you have acquired, teach others by grace and not preserve them in your heart.

  • Oma

    Ma looking out you , you are embodiment of Gods grace , and the gift he gave u , u have maximized it .
    I thank God for your life and may Gods love , wisdom etc continue to increase in your life as continue the good work.

  • Ugama Gloria Nkechinyere

    God is my stronghold and will ever be. Am glad I know him.

  • Madueke ugochukwu

    May ur God continue to sharpen u knowledge and may ur write ups continue to affect others positively in jesus name

  • Wow……Happy birthday to one the most inspirational lecturer i have met.You have continuened to motivate many people through your writings.
    May he on this day bless and keep you long so as to continue your good work.
    Once again I say happy birthday and do have a wonderful celebration.

  • Theophilus Blessing

    Without apologies, God is our everything. Aunty I pray for more grace to discharge your duties according to your calling in Jesus’s name. Amen.

  • IKECHEBELU GINIKA

    The poem is in form of a prayer and a pledge, and I love it.
    It also reminds me that it’s not too late for me to be an instrument in the hands of the Creator, if only I can surrender all to Him.

  • By this time next year, March precisely Aunty you’ll be celebrating another birthday, God’s abundant blessings to you.. Happy birthday in arrears and in advance. I wish you the very best in life, a great mentor and role model

  • We all have purpose why we created on earth and that is to do God’swill and his instruction
    .This poem is a pledge and commitment we must make serve him all our life here on earth .God bless yo all the wonderful scripture you motivate my spiritual life.

  • Obiemeka favour chukwugozie

    God is the only one that gives true joy .I also surrender to serve him.

  • Happiness ChiZy

    May you continue to bask in God’s love and wisdom…..
    Greater heights awaits you!

  • Nwosu chinwedu favour

    Happy belated birthday MA, I must say that you are a wonderful lady, you have inspired me with your words of wisdom and encouragement. And I pray that God will keep you, your expectations shall never be cut off in IJN

  • Ugwu Ogochukwu A

    God has indeed blessed you with wisdom and knowledge. And the good thing about it, is that you have used it to enrich and better the lives of people. Keep it up ma, because God isn’t through with you yet. Wisdom upon wisdom he shall bestow you with, Amen. Happy belated birthday to you, ma.

  • Dike Gerald

    Although I have come late, I will not deny you my own “happy birthday”. I wish you many more graces to accomplish more good for God and humanity. As you’d given yourself wholly to the Most High, I wish you a happy stay with him and more strength to do his will especially when hard.

  • Adiukwu Desire

    Indeed ma, you are blessing to this generation. May the good Lord continue to strengthen you and show more favour, Amen.

  • Marvelous chibuzor

    May he anoint your head and fill you with more wisdom to write more inspiring piece amen!
    You re so blessed ma
    Thanks….

  • orjiugo victor

    Wow. Madam i happened to stumble upon your page and i am blown away. i am a student of UNN but i never knew such mine of inspiration can still be accessed outside the four walls of the school.

  • Richards Orighomisan Mercy

    Truly, knowing and serving the LORD is the best thing that can happen to anyone. Happy belated birthday mummy ??

  • Emelife Assumpta M

    Happy belated birthday, Ma! Your personality is rare to find. I wish you greater returns in all your endeavors. You are a role model to so many. May the songs of Thanksgiving give rise to a new blessing in your life. More fruitful years to celebrate.

  • Happy birthday ma..perfect prayer dedication, may the good Lord bless you.

  • Nweke Onyenuche Destiny

    Always call on God in times of need. Nice poem!

  • Chisom Efobi

    Ma, I must confess that during the course of going through this blog I’ve been blessed.
    May Almighty God bless you Ma and may you keep enriching the souls of many Amen.

  • Odey-Oko Victor

    What a wonderful poem, May the good lord continue to enrich your knowledge.

  • Ossai Joy Adanne

    Happy belated birthday ma. May the lord continue to strengthen you.

  • Mercy osinachi

    Hello ma, this poem is years back, and just like the way people wish u happy birthday, you will celebrate more, you will live long, you will impact and win souls for God

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