…Urges believers not to fear opposition, conspiracies
When the storms of life rage, opposition mounts and every human door appears closed, believers must remember that their ultimate hope is not in man, but in God.
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, gave this message of faith and reassurance on Sunday, August 9, 2026, as he ministered at All Nations Christian Ministry International, Eket, where he preached on the theme, “My Shield.”
Drawing from Psalm 3:1-3, Governor Eno urged Christians not to interpret difficult seasons, opposition or conspiracies as evidence that God has abandoned them.
According to him, life may sometimes present situations capable of frightening even the strongest believer, but such moments should become opportunities to deepen one's faith and trust in God's unfailing protection.
Referencing Psalm 3:2, which says, “Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God,” the Governor cautioned believers against allowing the voices of their enemies to determine their perception of God's ability to save.
He said while adversaries may gather, conspiracies may be formed and opposition may arise from unexpected quarters, none can ultimately prevail against a person whose trust is firmly placed in God.
Quoting Isaiah 54:15, he declared: “Behold, they shall surely gather together, but not by me: whosoever shall gather together against thee shall fall for thy sake.”
Governor Eno also drew attention to the painful reality that opposition can sometimes come from those closest to an individual.
Using the rebellion of Absalom against his father, King David, as a biblical example, he noted that the devil could exploit relationships to create conflict, betrayal and adversity.
He, however, urged Christians not to allow betrayal or provocation to push them into actions they might later regret.
“Only God can save,” the Governor declared, encouraging believers to remain calm, prayerful and confident in God's ability to fight their battles.
He further pointed to David's experience with King Saul, who relentlessly pursued him despite David's innocence.
Even when David had the opportunity to retaliate, he refused, choosing instead to honour God and leave the matter in His hands.
Governor Eno said the lesson was clear: believers must learn to trust God even when circumstances appear to provide justification for revenge.
“Sometimes, you have the opportunity to pay back, but you must understand that God is the ultimate judge,” he admonished.
The Governor also warned Christians against placing excessive confidence in human intelligence, strategic calculations, political influence or personal connections.
While acknowledging the importance of wisdom, planning and relationships, he stressed that none of these should replace dependence on God.
He reminded the congregation that Scripture presents God as both “a sun and a shield,” the One who gives grace and glory and withholds no good thing from those who walk uprightly before Him.
Governor Eno therefore encouraged believers to make God their first and ultimate source of help, noting that human assistance can sometimes come with expectations and conditions, while God's help flows from His unfailing love.
The service featured powerful sessions of praise and worship, choir ministrations, special presentations and intercessory prayers, and was attended by government officials, church leaders and other dignitaries.
His message resonated as a timely call to faith: when opposition rises, when friends turn into adversaries and when the path ahead appears uncertain, the believer must not panic.
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