About Teens and Youth Alive
The Mandate, NOW! John 2:3-5, 4:23
Many people face what can be called the "when-question" in the journey to fulfilling destiny, often believing that "the right time" for action has not yet arrived; even Jesus, as a young man, encountered the same challenge. In John 2:4, Jesus said, …My time (hour to act) has not yet come. But His mother recognised His capacity – the gifts, talents, resources, He possessed. She observed a need and said to Him, …they have no wine (John 2:3b). Jesus’s response shows the human tendency to think, Is this really my responsibility? Are there not others with the same and even better abilities? After all, I haven’t received any specific call to act! Yet often, what we require to start is not more resources, rather, it’s just a decisive and some supportive push. Just as Mary stimulated Jesus, many people may need the encouragement of someone who sees their potential, or the inner sense of dissatisfaction with the way things are around them – within their families, workplaces, communities, even up to the larger society. This restlessness can drive people to use their inner strengths to effect real change, bringing about the transformation they desire. Consider that feeling as the first sign of your potential, much like the unrefined resources that signal wealth beneath earth’s surface, waiting to be tapped and refined. In the same manner that geologists identify and explore those resources, this Mandate is a tool to help us identify and explore our inborn gifts. It seeks to help us manifest our gifts and purpose in the present, affirming that the time for action is indeed NOW! We invite all and sundry, young people (teenagers and youths) especially, to join wholeheartedly. Fasten your seat belt, as we sail towards transforming potentials into tangible and usable products. May God guide and help us all as we embark and continue on this course. Welcome aboard, and may God bless you abundantly!Your Brother,
Oladipo Adebayo Ebiesuwa
Convener
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About Omolara Yeku
Omolara is a skilled tax professional with over ten (10) years’ experience in employment tax compliance, global mobility,
compensation structuring, and customer relations management. She has provided strategic guidance and compliance management support to both domestic and multinational corporations.
A devoted child of God, Omolara has a track record of excellent client service delivery and coaching.
In line with her passion to share knowledge and help others grow, Omolara volunteers for outreaches and support.
About Mayowa Oduwobi
Mayowa Oduwobi is a guidance counselor, educational consultant, and life skills coach specializing in measurement and evaluation. Currently pursuing a PhD in Measurement and Evaluation, Mayowa is passionate about empowering others to reach their full potential, grounded in a strong foundation of faith which deeply influences her commitment to uplifting others in their educational and personal journeys.
About David Olawade
David Olawade ("Masterpiece") is a multifaceted minister, author, researcher, and scholar. With 15 published books and 70+ research papers, Masterpiece inspires globally. He leads Excellent Tribe Global, equipping ministers and leaders. Holding postgraduate certifications in theology and public health, fellowships with the Royal Society of Public Health, and 50+ professional certifications, Masterpiece works as a Senior Research and Innovation Project Facilitator with the NHS, England and as a lecturer at UK universities. Recognized by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and nominated for Forbes 30 Under 30 Africa, Masterpiece consults for WHO, UNICEF, and more. Married with two children, he resides in the UK, empowering the next generation.