Out of Darkness – Stephanie Ike Okafor

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Praise the Lord in His House – A Powerful Prayer and Invitation to Reflect

Let us give thanks and praise to Jesus in His house, Amen! Thank you, Lord. As we stand together, I want to open us up in prayer for this moment. Heavenly Father, we thank You for this gathering. We recognize that it is not by chance or coincidence that we are here today, and we also acknowledge those who are joining us online—it is no accident that they are with us either. I pray, Lord, that You open the hearts of Your people. May every calloused heart be softened in the name of Jesus. Let Your message flow freely, and I step aside so You can minister to the hearts and minds of Your daughters. Heavenly Father, have Your way in this place. Do what only You can do when we call upon Your name to glorify Jesus through it all. We thank You, Lord, for this atmosphere of God’s presence, and I speak freedom into the lives of these women. Where chains need to break, let them be shattered by Your power. May Your will be done, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

I am truly grateful to be here. I have been longing for this moment, and the Lord has given me permission to join you today. Before we dive into the word, I believe strongly in honoring those who serve and lead. Let’s take a moment to honor the pastors of this house and all the work they’ve done. This conference is a clear reflection of their love and dedication to shepherding God’s people. I am excited about everything you are about to receive, and I encourage you—whenever you’re at a conference, take the time to reflect. Be intentional in taking notes, so when you return home, you can sit with the Lord and allow the Holy Spirit to bring even deeper understanding.

Never treat the house of God or the gathering of His people like a fleeting experience. Instead, reflect on what you receive so it takes root in you and bears fruit in your life. Let’s also take a moment to honor the volunteers and staff who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes. Their dedication, especially the hospitality team, has been incredible. We thank you all and bless you.

Now, I want to share something special with you—my book, The Power of Your Dreams, is releasing on August 27. The reason I speak about this book is not just because I wrote it, but because of what I’ve learned about dreams through my journey with God. Since I was nine years old, when He first encountered me, I’ve discovered the power of dreams and how they serve as a space where God gives insights about our lives, our destiny, and the things connected to us. The Bible tells us that we do not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God. We need a word from God for every direction in our lives.

Sometimes, we are so busy with the demands of life that we fail to listen for His voice. In His mercy, God allows us to receive from Him even in our sleep. Some people may say, “I’m not a dreamer,” but the truth is, everyone dreams. The issue isn’t that you don’t dream—it’s that you don’t remember your dreams. This book is a divine assignment from God to help you learn how to make your dreams Holy Ground and tap into what God is speaking to you each night. Dreams can come from three sources: God, Satan, or self. By learning how to consecrate your dreams, you can receive messages directly from God and remember them every night. The Lord taught me that every night is an opportunity to know His will, and every day is an opportunity to live it out.

I encourage you to pre-order my book once the conference ends. It’s going to bless you tremendously—get one for yourself and for a friend! Now, let’s dive into the Word. Amen. You may be seated.

I love the theme of this conference, “Light.” It resonates deeply with me, and I am excited to explore it with you today.

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