Pastor Obi

Pastor Obi

I’m Chukwudum Obi, a Life Coach and trainer who is passionate about helping men and women transform into their God-given purpose by identifying and actualising it.My Mission is to passionately engage people and go the whole haul in their personal transformation, transcending the three dimensions of man to enlighten and empower them as they emerge successfully.Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastorobi/subscribe

  1. 2d ago

    Power of Imagination Part 1: SEE AGAIN.3

    THE ACTIVATE RADIO SHOW WITH PASTOR OBI EPISODE 1: SEE AGAIN — Recovering the God-Given Eyes of the Mind Have you ever looked at a situation and concluded there was no way forward, only to discover later that you had overlooked something important? Sometimes, the problem is not that there is nothing to see. The problem is that we have stopped looking. Welcome to Episode 1 of The Power of Imagination series on The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi — SEE AGAIN! Imagination is more than daydreaming. Properly understood, it is part of our God-given capacity to picture possibilities, consider what could be, and recognise opportunities beyond our immediate circumstances. But when our thinking is governed by fear, disappointment, routine, or assumptions, we can become blind to possibilities that may have been in front of us all along. In this opening episode, Pastor Obi invites you to recover the eyes of your mind, challenge familiar assumptions, and learn the importance of looking again. Through the story of Israel at Marah in Exodus 15:22–27, we discover a powerful moment: the people encountered bitter water, Moses cried out to God, and God showed him a tree. The water was still there. The crisis was real. But God revealed something Moses had not yet recognised. Sometimes, God does not begin by changing what is in front of you. He begins by showing you what you have not yet seen. This episode explores the relationship between imagination, attention, perception, and faith. We consider how our assumptions can influence what we notice, why we sometimes overlook solutions, and how a renewed perspective can help us respond differently to life’s challenges. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER: Why imagination is more than fantasy and how it can help us recognise possibilities. How familiarity and assumptions can limit what we notice. Why it is important to distinguish between what is actually happening and the conclusions we have drawn about it. What the story of Marah teaches us about looking again when life becomes bitter. How to become more curious, attentive, and open to God’s direction. Practical ways to train your mind to recognise opportunities instead of focusing only on obstacles. REFLECTION: What have you stopped noticing because you have become too familiar with your situation? DIAGNOSIS: Have disappointment, fear, routine, or past experiences narrowed your perspective? Have you mistaken what you currently see for all that is possible? APPLICATION: Choose one situation that has been troubling you. Instead of immediately concluding that nothing can change, pause and pray: “Lord, what are You showing me? What have I overlooked? Is there another way to understand this situation?” Write down what you notice and identify one wise, practical step you can take. YOUR ACTIVATE CHALLENGE: This week, practise looking again. When you encounter a problem, resist the urge to settle for your first interpretation. Ask a better question, pay attention to overlooked details, explore another perspective, and remain open to God’s wisdom. WEEKLY CONFESSION — I HAVE EYES TO SEE! God is renewing my mind and awakening my understanding. I will not be limited by assumptions or blinded by familiarity. I choose to look again, think with wisdom, and recognise possibilities beyond my first impression. My heart is attentive to God’s direction, my mind is open to learning, and my imagination is being aligned with truth. I will see with greater clarity and respond with faith. Scripture: Ephesians 1:17–18; Romans 12:2; Exodus 15:25 (NKJV). ACTIVATE MIC DROP: You may have looked at the situation a hundred times. But what if the next time you look, you see something you have never seen before? LOOK AGAIN. GOD MAY BE SHOWING YOU SOMETHING YOU HAVE OVERLOOKED. If this episode speaks to you, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi. Share your thoughts in the comments: What do you need to look at again through a fresh perspective? This is only the beginning of our journey through The Power of Imagination series: EPISODE 1 — SEE AGAIN EPISODE 2 — REFRAME EPISODE 3 — CONCEIVE EPISODE 4 — ACT! Visit pastorobi.com and look for the Activate Podcast in the show notes for more teaching designed to stir your faith, awaken your purpose, and help you step into the fullness of God’s plan. Join us at Activate Church every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at the Copthorne Hotel, Clippers Quay, Salford, M50 3SN. Come as you are. Leave activated. Stay activated. Stay fruitful. Keep looking again! #TheActivateRadioShow #PastorObi #PowerOfImagination #SeeAgain #RenewYourMind #FaithAndWisdom #BiblicalPrinciples #ActivateChurch #Exodus15 #Ephesians118

  2. 5d ago

    Power of Imagination Part 1: SEE AGAIN.2

    THE ACTIVATE RADIO SHOW WITH PASTOR OBI EPISODE 1: SEE AGAIN — Recovering the God-Given Eyes of the Mind Have you ever looked at a situation and concluded there was no way forward, only to discover later that you had overlooked something important? Sometimes, the problem is not that there is nothing to see. The problem is that we have stopped looking. Welcome to Episode 1 of The Power of Imagination series on The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi — SEE AGAIN! Imagination is more than daydreaming. Properly understood, it is part of our God-given capacity to picture possibilities, consider what could be, and recognise opportunities beyond our immediate circumstances. But when our thinking is governed by fear, disappointment, routine, or assumptions, we can become blind to possibilities that may have been in front of us all along. In this opening episode, Pastor Obi invites you to recover the eyes of your mind, challenge familiar assumptions, and learn the importance of looking again. Through the story of Israel at Marah in Exodus 15:22–27, we discover a powerful moment: the people encountered bitter water, Moses cried out to God, and God showed him a tree. The water was still there. The crisis was real. But God revealed something Moses had not yet recognised. Sometimes, God does not begin by changing what is in front of you. He begins by showing you what you have not yet seen. This episode explores the relationship between imagination, attention, perception, and faith. We consider how our assumptions can influence what we notice, why we sometimes overlook solutions, and how a renewed perspective can help us respond differently to life’s challenges. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER: Why imagination is more than fantasy and how it can help us recognise possibilities. How familiarity and assumptions can limit what we notice. Why it is important to distinguish between what is actually happening and the conclusions we have drawn about it. What the story of Marah teaches us about looking again when life becomes bitter. How to become more curious, attentive, and open to God’s direction. Practical ways to train your mind to recognise opportunities instead of focusing only on obstacles. REFLECTION: What have you stopped noticing because you have become too familiar with your situation? DIAGNOSIS: Have disappointment, fear, routine, or past experiences narrowed your perspective? Have you mistaken what you currently see for all that is possible? APPLICATION: Choose one situation that has been troubling you. Instead of immediately concluding that nothing can change, pause and pray: “Lord, what are You showing me? What have I overlooked? Is there another way to understand this situation?” Write down what you notice and identify one wise, practical step you can take. YOUR ACTIVATE CHALLENGE: This week, practise looking again. When you encounter a problem, resist the urge to settle for your first interpretation. Ask a better question, pay attention to overlooked details, explore another perspective, and remain open to God’s wisdom. WEEKLY CONFESSION — I HAVE EYES TO SEE! God is renewing my mind and awakening my understanding. I will not be limited by assumptions or blinded by familiarity. I choose to look again, think with wisdom, and recognise possibilities beyond my first impression. My heart is attentive to God’s direction, my mind is open to learning, and my imagination is being aligned with truth. I will see with greater clarity and respond with faith. Scripture: Ephesians 1:17–18; Romans 12:2; Exodus 15:25 (NKJV). ACTIVATE MIC DROP: You may have looked at the situation a hundred times. But what if the next time you look, you see something you have never seen before? LOOK AGAIN. GOD MAY BE SHOWING YOU SOMETHING YOU HAVE OVERLOOKED. If this episode speaks to you, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi. Share your thoughts in the comments: What do you need to look at again through a fresh perspective? This is only the beginning of our journey through The Power of Imagination series: EPISODE 1 — SEE AGAIN EPISODE 2 — REFRAME EPISODE 3 — CONCEIVE EPISODE 4 — ACT! Visit pastorobi.com and look for the Activate Podcast in the show notes for more teaching designed to stir your faith, awaken your purpose, and help you step into the fullness of God’s plan. Join us at Activate Church every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at the Copthorne Hotel, Clippers Quay, Salford, M50 3SN. Come as you are. Leave activated. Stay activated. Stay fruitful. Keep looking again! #TheActivateRadioShow #PastorObi #PowerOfImagination #SeeAgain #RenewYourMind #FaithAndWisdom #BiblicalPrinciples #ActivateChurch #Exodus15 #Ephesians118

  3. 6d ago

    Power of Imagination Part 1: SEE AGAIN.1

    THE ACTIVATE RADIO SHOW WITH PASTOR OBI EPISODE 1: SEE AGAIN — Recovering the God-Given Eyes of the Mind Have you ever looked at a situation and concluded there was no way forward, only to discover later that you had overlooked something important? Sometimes, the problem is not that there is nothing to see. The problem is that we have stopped looking. Welcome to Episode 1 of The Power of Imagination series on The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi — SEE AGAIN! Imagination is more than daydreaming. Properly understood, it is part of our God-given capacity to picture possibilities, consider what could be, and recognise opportunities beyond our immediate circumstances. But when our thinking is governed by fear, disappointment, routine, or assumptions, we can become blind to possibilities that may have been in front of us all along. In this opening episode, Pastor Obi invites you to recover the eyes of your mind, challenge familiar assumptions, and learn the importance of looking again. Through the story of Israel at Marah in Exodus 15:22–27, we discover a powerful moment: the people encountered bitter water, Moses cried out to God, and God showed him a tree. The water was still there. The crisis was real. But God revealed something Moses had not yet recognised. Sometimes, God does not begin by changing what is in front of you. He begins by showing you what you have not yet seen. This episode explores the relationship between imagination, attention, perception, and faith. We consider how our assumptions can influence what we notice, why we sometimes overlook solutions, and how a renewed perspective can help us respond differently to life’s challenges. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER: Why imagination is more than fantasy and how it can help us recognise possibilities. How familiarity and assumptions can limit what we notice. Why it is important to distinguish between what is actually happening and the conclusions we have drawn about it. What the story of Marah teaches us about looking again when life becomes bitter. How to become more curious, attentive, and open to God’s direction. Practical ways to train your mind to recognise opportunities instead of focusing only on obstacles. REFLECTION: What have you stopped noticing because you have become too familiar with your situation? DIAGNOSIS: Have disappointment, fear, routine, or past experiences narrowed your perspective? Have you mistaken what you currently see for all that is possible? APPLICATION: Choose one situation that has been troubling you. Instead of immediately concluding that nothing can change, pause and pray: “Lord, what are You showing me? What have I overlooked? Is there another way to understand this situation?” Write down what you notice and identify one wise, practical step you can take. YOUR ACTIVATE CHALLENGE: This week, practise looking again. When you encounter a problem, resist the urge to settle for your first interpretation. Ask a better question, pay attention to overlooked details, explore another perspective, and remain open to God’s wisdom. WEEKLY CONFESSION — I HAVE EYES TO SEE! God is renewing my mind and awakening my understanding. I will not be limited by assumptions or blinded by familiarity. I choose to look again, think with wisdom, and recognise possibilities beyond my first impression. My heart is attentive to God’s direction, my mind is open to learning, and my imagination is being aligned with truth. I will see with greater clarity and respond with faith. Scripture: Ephesians 1:17–18; Romans 12:2; Exodus 15:25 (NKJV). ACTIVATE MIC DROP: You may have looked at the situation a hundred times. But what if the next time you look, you see something you have never seen before? LOOK AGAIN. GOD MAY BE SHOWING YOU SOMETHING YOU HAVE OVERLOOKED. If this episode speaks to you, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi. Share your thoughts in the comments: What do you need to look at again through a fresh perspective? This is only the beginning of our journey through The Power of Imagination series: EPISODE 1 — SEE AGAIN EPISODE 2 — REFRAME EPISODE 3 — CONCEIVE EPISODE 4 — ACT! Visit pastorobi.com and look for the Activate Podcast in the show notes for more teaching designed to stir your faith, awaken your purpose, and help you step into the fullness of God’s plan. Join us at Activate Church every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at the Copthorne Hotel, Clippers Quay, Salford, M50 3SN. Come as you are. Leave activated. Stay activated. Stay fruitful. Keep looking again! #TheActivateRadioShow #PastorObi #PowerOfImagination #SeeAgain #RenewYourMind #FaithAndWisdom #BiblicalPrinciples #ActivateChurch #Exodus15 #Ephesians118

  4. Sep 10

    Principles of Choosing a Life Partner Part 5: Faithful in Little Things

    ACTIVATE RADIO SHOW Series: How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way 16 Biblical Principles Every Man and Woman Must Know Before Saying “I Do”   You’re listening to The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi. Every week, we bring you practical biblical teaching that activates your faith, strengthens your family, and equips you to live victoriously. Last week, in Episode Found of our series, How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way, Pastor Obi taught on “The Foundation of Trust.” We discovered that attraction may introduce two people, but it is character that keeps them together. We learned why every man should seek a wise woman and why every woman should look for a man who receives correction with humility. True love flourishes where wisdom and humility are present. Here’s a snippet. Today, we continue with Episode Five: Faithful in Little Things In today’s message, you’ll discover why God designed marriage as a partnership for building, not merely for enjoying benefits. We’ll learn why a woman’s ability to add value and a man’s willingness to embrace responsibility are two of the strongest predictors of a healthy, God-centred marriage. Get your Bible, your notebook, and your heart ready. 📍 JOIN US THIS SUNDAY Activate Church 🕥 10:30 AM 📍 Copthorne Hotel, Clippers Quay, Salford, M50 3SN 📲 CONNECT WITH PASTOR OBI Facebook | Instagram | X: @pastorcobi TikTok: @pastorobi 🌐 www.pastorobi.com

  5. Sep 9

    Principles of Choosing a Life Partner Part 4: Foundation of Trust

    ACTIVATE RADIO SHOW Series: How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way 16 Biblical Principles Every Man and Woman Must Know Before Saying “I Do”   You’re listening to The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi. Every week, we bring you practical biblical teaching that activates your faith, strengthens your family, and equips you to live victoriously. Last week, in Episode Three of our series, How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way, Pastor Obi taught on “Builders, not Consumer.” We discovered that attraction may introduce two people, but it is character that keeps them together. We learned why every man should seek a wise woman and why every woman should look for a man who receives correction with humility. True love flourishes where wisdom and humility are present. Here’s a snippet. Today, we continue with Episode Four: The Foundation of Trust In today’s message, you’ll discover why God designed marriage as a partnership for building, not merely for enjoying benefits. We’ll learn why a woman’s ability to add value and a man’s willingness to embrace responsibility are two of the strongest predictors of a healthy, God-centred marriage. Get your Bible, your notebook, and your heart ready. 📍 JOIN US THIS SUNDAY Activate Church 🕥 10:30 AM 📍 Copthorne Hotel, Clippers Quay, Salford, M50 3SN 📲 CONNECT WITH PASTOR OBI Facebook | Instagram | X: @pastorcobi TikTok: @pastorobi 🌐 www.pastorobi.com

  6. Aug 13

    Principles of Choosing a Life Partner Part 3: Builders, not Consumers

    ACTIVATE RADIO SHOW Series: How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way 16 Biblical Principles Every Man and Woman Must Know Before Saying “I Do”   You’re listening to The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi. Every week, we bring you practical biblical teaching that activates your faith, strengthens your family, and equips you to live victoriously. Last week, in Episode Two of our series, How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way, Pastor Obi taught on “Character Builds What Chemistry Cannot.” We discovered that attraction may introduce two people, but it is character that keeps them together. We learned why every man should seek a wise woman and why every woman should look for a man who receives correction with humility. True love flourishes where wisdom and humility are present. Here’s a snippet. Today, we continue with Episode Three: Builders, Not Consumers In today’s message, you’ll discover why God designed marriage as a partnership for building, not merely for enjoying benefits. We’ll learn why a woman’s ability to add value and a man’s willingness to embrace responsibility are two of the strongest predictors of a healthy, God-centred marriage. Get your Bible, your notebook, and your heart ready. 📍 JOIN US THIS SUNDAY Activate Church 🕥 10:30 AM 📍 Copthorne Hotel, Clippers Quay, Salford, M50 3SN 📲 CONNECT WITH PASTOR OBI Facebook | Instagram | X: @pastorcobi TikTok: @pastorobi 🌐 www.pastorobi.com

  7. Aug 11

    Principles of Choosing a Life Partner Part 2: Character Builds What Chemistry Cannot

    ACTIVATE RADIO SHOW Series: How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way 16 Biblical Principles Every Man and Woman Must Know Before Saying “I Do”   Every week, we bring you practical biblical teaching that activates your faith, strengthens your family, and equips you to live victoriously. Last week, we began our powerful new series: How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way 16 Biblical Principles Every Man and Woman Must Know Before Saying “I Do.” In our first episode, “God Before Romance,” we discovered that the foundation of every successful relationship is not attraction, emotion, or compatibility—but a genuine relationship with God. We learned that the greatest question to ask about a future spouse is not simply: “Do they love me?” but: “Do they love God?” Today, we continue with Episode Two: Character Builds What Chemistry Cannot In this episode, we will discover why wisdom is more valuable than beauty, why humility is more powerful than confidence, and why the ability to receive correction can determine the future strength of a marriage. Whether you are single, dating, engaged, married, or helping others navigate relationships, this message will equip you with biblical wisdom. Get your Bible, notebook, and heart ready. 📍 JOIN US THIS SUNDAY Activate Church 🕥 10:30 AM 📍 Copthorne Hotel, Clippers Quay, Salford, M50 3SN 📲 CONNECT WITH PASTOR OBI Facebook | Instagram | X: @pastorcobi TikTok: @pastorobi 🌐 www.pastorobi.com

  8. Aug 11

    Principles of Choosing a Life Partner Part 1: God Before Romance

    ACTIVATE RADIO SHOW Series: How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way 16 Biblical Principles Every Man and Woman Must Know Before Saying “I Do”   You’re listening to The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi. Every week, we bring you practical biblical teaching that activates your faith, strengthens your family, and equips you to live victoriously. Over the past several weeks, we’ve been exploring our series “Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth.” In our last episode, we examined one of the most misunderstood statements of Jesus: “This kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting.” We discovered what Jesus was really teaching, the importance of interpreting Scripture in context, and how rightly handling God’s Word protects us from error and strengthens our faith. Today, we begin an exciting brand-new series entitled: How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way. 16 Biblical Principles Every Man and Woman Must Know Before Saying “I Do.” Whether you’re single, dating, engaged, praying about marriage, helping your children make wise relationship decisions, or simply wanting to understand God’s design for marriage, this series will equip you with timeless biblical wisdom. Today’s message is Episode One: God Before Romance. We’ll discover why the most important quality to look for in a future spouse is neither beauty, wealth, education, nor personality—but a genuine relationship with God. So, get your Bible, your notebook, and your heart ready. 📍 JOIN US THIS SUNDAY Activate Church 🕥 10:30 AM 📍 Copthorne Hotel, Clippers Quay, Salford, M50 3SN 📲 CONNECT WITH PASTOR OBI Facebook | Instagram | X: @pastorcobi TikTok: @pastorobi 🌐 www.pastorobi.com

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I’m Chukwudum Obi, a Life Coach and trainer who is passionate about helping men and women transform into their God-given purpose by identifying and actualising it.My Mission is to passionately engage people and go the whole haul in their personal transformation, transcending the three dimensions of man to enlighten and empower them as they emerge successfully.Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastorobi/subscribe