ENUGU – The second day of the Joshua Generation International Youth Conference (JGIYC) 2026 deepened the call for young believers to move beyond superficial Christianity and embrace a life fully rooted in Christ, marked by authenticity, spiritual depth, and daily obedience.
The morning session began with prayers and praise at 6:30 a.m., setting the tone for a day focused on spiritual reflection and transformation. This was followed by a group Bible Study session themed “Working It Out by Living for Jesus Every Day,” which challenged participants to reject double standards and live consistently according to God’s will.
Drawing from Galatians 5:16 and Colossians 2:27, the study emphasized living by the Spirit, walking in love, and serving God wholeheartedly. Participants were urged to make deliberate decisions to grow in intimacy with God and remain steadfast in their Christian walk.
The highlight of the session was a powerful exposition delivered by renowned revivalist and founder of Living Seed Fellowship, Bro. Gbile Akanni, who spoke extensively on the conference theme, “Rooted in Christ.”
In his teaching, he stressed that the essence of the Christian life is not religious activity but the indwelling presence of Christ. Quoting Colossians 1:27, he declared that the believer’s true hope and glory is “Christ in you,” warning that without Christ, life lacks substance and spiritual stability.
He emphasized that Christian growth is fundamentally tied to the strength of one’s spiritual foundation, noting that no believer can rise above the depth of their root in Christ. According to him, God’s desire is for believers to gain a deep understanding of Him, be grounded in truth, and live out their faith with clarity and conviction.
Addressing the realities of temptation and spiritual compromise, he warned that many believers fall when they lack depth, especially in private moments. He further stressed that true salvation brings freedom from sin, stating that a life that continues in sin contradicts the reality of Christ within.
“Young people are being prepared to change nations,” he said, urging participants to embrace spiritual substance, pursue genuine transformation, and resist shallow expressions of faith.
The message also highlighted the importance of simplicity and authenticity in Christian living, noting that true maturity is not in complexity but in consistently living out the reality of Christ.
The teaching session concluded with an altar call and a time of prayer, inviting participants to respond to the message and recommit their lives to Christ, with over 5,000 participants making decisions for Christ.
As the conference progresses, the emphasis remains clear: a generation truly rooted in Christ will not only stand firm but will also shape nations through lives of holiness, purpose, and unwavering faith.
BY IGWURUBE JEREMIAH CHISOM, FAVOUR OKO-JAJA & RAPHAEL ADERINWALE
