Episode 1 – The Beginning of the Call

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Episode 1 – The Beginning of the Call

The room is quiet except for the steady rhythm of pages turning. A young man, Samuel Obafemi, sits at his small wooden desk, the glow of a single lamp illuminating the words of the Bible. His lips move as he reads, his voice a soft murmur of scripture. Occasionally, he lifts his hands in silent prayer, nodding as if absorbing a deeper understanding.

After a while, he glances at the clock—his eyes widen. It’s time. Quickly, he closes his Bible, grabs his worn-out bag, and steps out into the night. His feet carry him with purpose because he is more than just a student—he is a man of God, a part-time pastor, and Sunday is his day to shepherd his flock.

A Humble House of Worship

Samuel arrives at Divine Grace Chapel, a small but spirited church tucked away in the heart of the community. The building is modest, its walls adorned with simple decorations, but what it lacks in grandeur, it makes up for in faith. The congregation is already gathering—men, women, and children dressed in their best. The choir, though small, is harmonizing in warm-up, their voices blending in praise.

As Samuel steps onto the pulpit, the atmosphere shifts. The air is charged with expectation.

Praise and Worship

The choir begins:

🎶 "We give You all the glory, we worship You, our Lord!" 🎶

Hands rise. Feet tap. Some sway, others jump. A woman in the front dances with abandon, her white scarf waving like a banner. Tambourines jingle, drums beat, and voices rise in unison, filling the small church with a mighty sound.

The Fire Prayer Session

Samuel lifts the microphone. His voice booms with authority:

"In the name of Jesus! Lift your hands and begin to pray!"

The church erupts.

🔥 "Holy Ghost Fire!"

🔥 "Any power fighting my destiny, DIE in Jesus’ name!"

🔥 "My Father, my Father, let every enemy of my calling be scattered!"

🔥 "Every evil hand covering my glory, wither by fire!"

🔥 "I cover my life with the blood of Jesus!"

Some speak in tongues, their voices a divine mystery. Others pace the aisles, hands clapping, eyes shut in deep concentration.

Samuel’s voice grows stronger. The fire has descended.

"Every thief of your identity, every enemy of your destiny—FIRE! FIRE! FIRE!"

The crowd echoes, “Fire! Fire! Fire!”

A woman falls to her knees, shaking, caught in the spirit. Another man jumps and shouts, “I am free! I am free!”

The Word of God

The room settles. The congregation listens as Samuel opens the Bible again.

"Brethren, God has called us for a purpose. The enemy may try to steal your destiny, but the Bible says in Jeremiah 29:11—‘For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a future and a hope!’"

Heads nod. Amens rise.

"You are not forgotten! You are not forsaken! The Lord has called you, and when God calls, no man can cancel!"

A loud “Hallelujah!” shakes the room.

Closing Prayers & Benediction

The time comes to close the service.

"May the Lord bless you and keep you. May He make His face shine upon you. May no evil hand touch your life this week. In the mighty name of Jesus!"

"Amen!"

As people file out, some linger to shake Samuel’s hand, to ask for prayers, to share their burdens. The journey has begun. The Shepherd’s call has been answered.

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