{"id":3362,"date":"2024-12-25T10:10:57","date_gmt":"2024-12-25T10:10:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coastaltimes.com.ng\/?p=3362"},"modified":"2024-12-25T10:10:57","modified_gmt":"2024-12-25T10:10:57","slug":"christmas-lets-bridge-the-gaps-that-divide-us-otuaro-tells-nigerians","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coastaltimes.com.ng\/index.php\/2024\/12\/25\/christmas-lets-bridge-the-gaps-that-divide-us-otuaro-tells-nigerians\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas: ‘Lets Bridge the Gaps That Divide Us’- Otuaro Tells Nigerians"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

By Freeborn Abraye <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Christmas bells ring across Nigeria, Deacon Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, Esq., FSPSP, Immediate Past Deputy Governor of Delta State, extends greetings to all Nigerians, particularly Christians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his message, Otuaro emphasizes that Christmas is not merely a celebration but a profound reminder of God\u2019s love through the birth of Jesus Christ. He calls on citizens to embrace the season’s virtues of peace, unity, and selfless service, urging them to reflect on the challenges Nigeria faces with courage and hope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Addressing Christians, Otuaro encourages emulating Christ\u2019s humility, fostering love and reconciliation across all divides. He also highlights the nation’s diversity as a strength, urging Nigerians to work together to build a stable and prosperous future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The message concludes with a call to extend kindness to the less privileged and to let the Christmas spirit guide collective efforts to uplift the nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said, “As the gentle bells of Christmas resonate across our great nation, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt wishes to you and your families. This season is not just a time of celebration; it is a sacred reminder of God’s boundless love for humanity, expressed through the birth of His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Christmas, at its core, is a story of hope, redemption, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow. It is a season that calls us to reflect on the divine love that binds us as one people under God. This is a time to remember the virtues of peace, unity, and selfless service to one another. These values are not just Christian ideals; they are the bedrock upon which our beloved nation must continue to build.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“As we gather with our loved ones to celebrate, let us be mindful of the challenges our country has faced and continues to face. Yet, like the shepherds who journeyed through the dark night to behold the Christ Child, we too must journey with faith, courage, and a steadfast belief that the morning of prosperity and peace will surely dawn for Nigeria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“I urge all Christians to emulate the humility of Jesus Christ, who, though He was King, chose to be born in a manger. Let this humility guide us as we interact with our neighbors, regardless of their faith, ethnicity, or social status. Let us embody the true spirit of Christmas by being agents of love, reconciliation, and generosity in our communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“To my fellow Nigerians, this season also reminds us of the power of unity. Our diversity is a strength, not a weakness. Let us strive to bridge the gaps that divide us, understanding that together, we can surmount any challenge. Christmas is a time for healing, and there is no better time to renew our commitment to the progress and stability of our nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“As we celebrate, I call on us to extend a hand of kindness to the less privileged among us. Let us be the light that dispels the darkness in their lives, reflecting the true essence of Christ\u2019s mission on earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“In the coming year, may our collective faith in God inspire us to make decisions that will uplift our families, communities, and our dear nation. May the peace of Christ, which surpasses all understanding, guard our hearts and minds as we strive to make Nigeria a beacon of hope for generations to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“From my family to yours, I wish you a Merry Christmas filled with joy, love, and peace, and a prosperous New Year brimming with divine blessings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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