The Uella Perspective

There’s a song that’s been echoing in my heart lately—“Oh to Love You” by Dunsin Oyekan. The first verse goes: "I went to the Father I said I need more power I need more of Your fire And He said to me, what you need is more love." Let that sink in. I believe this wasn’t just a song; it was revelation. And as I meditated on it, the Holy Spirit drew me to a familiar scripture that suddenly became a key: “And I pray that Christ will make His home in your hearts through faith. I pray that you may have your roots and foundation in love, so that you, together with all God's people, may have the power to understand how broad and long, how high and deep, is Christ's love. Yes, may you come to know His love—although it can never be fully known—and so be completely filled with the very nature of God.” — Ephesians 3:17-19 GNTD The first time I studied this scripture, I found a key. A key to uncovering more of God and experiencing rapid spiritual growth —not through striving, but...

By the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the sweet fellowship of the Holy Spirit… We say this in almost every Christian gathering. It’s so familiar that sometimes we recite it without thinking. But here’s the real question: Do you truly have the fellowship of the Holy Spirit? What Is Fellowship? Fellowship is the feeling of closeness, friendship, and deep connection. It’s not passive. It doesn’t just “be with us now and forevermore.” It’s cultivated—for as long as you’re willing to keep it alive. Why Did Jesus Really Have to Die? One day, I asked myself, Why did Jesus have to die? God is the Creator—He could’ve made another man. What exactly was so broken that only the blood of Jesus could fix? The answer? Fellowship. My proof? Let's look at this scripture: “And Jesus cried again with a loud voice and gave up His spirit. And at once the curtain of the sanctuary of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom…” —Matthew 27:50–51 (AMPC) The moment Jesus died, the ...

There’s a unique kind of passion that comes with the first time—the first time you love someone or something. It’s intense. Consuming. Intentional.  Let’s take a walk down memory lane… Remember How It Used to Be? Think about that new bag you once bought—how careful you were with it. You never dropped it. You didn’t place it on the floor. You handled it with care because it was new and precious. Or your first car. Every stain had to be wiped off immediately. You checked the oil and water like clockwork. You followed the manual because you didn’t want anything to go wrong. How about your first love for your partner? You didn’t want to lose sight of that person. Their desires became your priorities. Their smile was your mission. Love felt effortless because you were all in. Now, let’s go deeper—how about when you first gave your life to Christ? It was a heavenly moment—like walking hand-in-hand with God. You despised sin. You were sensitive to the Spirit. You longed for His presence a...

During my quiet time this morning while worshiping God, a thought dropped in my heart—something I had never considered before, yet it opened my eyes so clearly. So often we say, “Lord, lift me so I can tell the world you are the Lifter.”  “Heal through me so the world will know you are the Healer.”  Our desire sounds noble—after all, we want to be witnesses, right? We want to tell the word that everything said about God is True. But sometimes, even when it's sincere, it borders on spiritual blackmail. “Use me to show the world who you are… but start with a miracle.” But here’s the question the Holy Spirit whispered to me: How about showing the world that He is Lord? That He is your King and Maker? Let’s start from the basics. To portray the Lordship and Kingship of Christ doesn’t require extra power, signs, or wonders. It simply requires surrender. A yielded life. Let’s be honest. Many of us are praying for God to move through us in extraordinary ways and show his power, yet o...

There is no holiness without consecration. You can't walk with God without consecration. You can't be a vessel unto honor without consecration. You can't be used by God without consecration. You can't go far in your spiritual walk without consecration. Yes—consecration is that serious. The Honest Struggle  But let’s be honest. It’s not always easy. Life pulls us in so many directions—school, work, relationships, social expectations. Sometimes it feels like we have no choice but to split ourselves between God and everything else. And truthfully, it even feels like God understands that we’re “trying.” After all, no one is perfect, right? But here’s the truth we don’t often want to hear: Grace doesn’t excuse compromise. It empowers obedience. Yes, God is merciful—but His standard has never dropped . What Is Consecration, Really? Consecration is the act of conceding. It’s when you yield to the will and command of God, whether or not it feels convenient or comfortable. It’s ...

Just a few minutes ago, I was scrolling through social media and I stumbled upon a video that made me pause. A woman was speaking passionately, confidently even, saying that "women should not get married until their late 20s when their frontal lobe is fully developed." She went on to explain how women should avoid major life decisions—like marriage—until that part of the brain that controls self-regulation, impulse control, and decision-making is fully matured. And honestly, at first, it made sense. Scientifically, she wasn’t wrong. The frontal lobe, especially the prefrontal cortex, plays a major role in how we make decisions, how we organize our thoughts, and how we plan for the future. It isn’t fully developed until our mid-to-late 20s, which is why younger people sometimes act on impulse or emotion rather than logic. But then I paused again and thought deeper. Because if this is true, how come there are women in their 30s, 40s, even 50s, who still say things like, "I...

Have you ever heard someone say, “I just can’t live like Christ. It’s too hard.” Or maybe you’ve even thought that yourself? It’s almost as if people believe that being a Christian means trying—and failing—to live up to an impossible standard. But here’s the truth: you were never meant to do it on your own. The reason we can live righteously isn’t because we’re trying harder, but because we’ve already been made right through faith in Jesus. That’s what changes everything. "What, then, can we boast about? Nothing! And what is the reason for this? Is it that we obey the Law? No, but that we believe. For we conclude that a person is put right with God only through faith, and not by doing what the Law commands... Do we, then, nullify the Law by this faith? Not at all! Instead, we uphold the Law."  (Romans 3:27-28, 31 GNTD) See the difference? Faith doesn’t just bring us into right standing with God— it upholds the Law by transforming us from the inside out . The very faith that j...

"Isn't it the same thing?" you may ask. No, it’s not. And I’m glad we’re having this conversation because it’s something that needs to be unpacked. In today’s world, the idea of a traditional wife has been so tightly woven into that of a godly wife that separating the two almost feels like a crime. But let me tell you plainly— they are not the same . Let’s talk about it. 1. Roles vs. Responsibility A traditional wife believes she is confined to her predefined role—anything outside of it is simply not her job. But a godly wife? She sees the bigger picture. She recognizes that while roles exist, marriage is ultimately about partnership. I once heard a woman say, "Paying rent is a man’s responsibility. I would never do it." Even if her husband was struggling, she wouldn’t consider stepping in. She could buy foodstuffs, sure, but rent? Never. That, right there, is traditional wife thinking—being rigid about role differences. A godly wife, on the other hand, understa...