Solemn Faith International Church News
The General Overseer of Solemn Faith International Church (Home of Praise), Pastor Matthew James Ele-Ojo, has declared that spiritual positioning through God’s presence and obedience to His voice is essential to overcoming opposition and experiencing a sudden turnaround in life.
Pastor Ele-Ojo made this declaration on Sunday, November 8, 2026, while delivering a message titled “Positioning for Sudden Turn-Around,” with his principal scriptural text drawn from Luke 5:1–7.
Defining a sudden turnaround, the cleric described it as the transformation of seemingly impossible situations into possibilities through divine intervention, stressing that it does not take God time to change the circumstances of an individual or family.
Drawing from the biblical account of Peter’s unsuccessful fishing expedition, which turned into an extraordinary harvest following Jesus Christ’s instruction, Pastor Ele-Ojo identified the presence of God and the voice of God as the two fundamental keys to experiencing a supernatural turnaround.
On divine presence, he explained that God’s presence has the power to transform situations, overcome limitations and produce results beyond human understanding.
Referencing Exodus 33:11–17, John 2:1–11 and Psalm 114:1–8, he emphasised that church attendance alone does not guarantee an encounter with God, but a genuine experience of His presence can change the circumstances of an entire family. He declared that when Jesus is present, miracles become possible, adding that no situation should be considered a closed case with God.
Addressing the importance of hearing God’s voice, the pastor noted that divine instructions provide direction and open doors to supernatural breakthroughs.
He explained that Peter’s decision to obey Jesus’ instruction to launch into the deep, despite his previous unsuccessful efforts, became the turning point that produced an overwhelming catch.
He identified four pathways to accessing God’s voice: holy living, the Word of God, prayer and being in the Spirit.
According to him, purity creates the right spiritual atmosphere for divine encounters, while the Scriptures remain a fundamental channel through which God communicates His will.
He also encouraged believers to cultivate a consistent prayer life and remain spiritually sensitive to the Holy Spirit.
Citing Exodus 19:10–19, Genesis 12:1, Hebrews 4:16, Habakkuk 2:1 and Revelation 1:10, among other biblical passages, Pastor Ele-Ojo urged Christians to prioritise holiness, prayer, scriptural understanding and spiritual alertness as essential requirements for receiving divine direction.
Among his key declarations, he stated, “To be rightly positioned is to conquer the opposition,” stressing that those who hear and obey God’s voice become forces that cannot be ignored in their generation.
He further maintained that the voice of God carries the instructions necessary for navigating life’s challenges and fulfilling divine purpose.
The service was characterised by solemn worship, spiritual engagement and massive, mind-blowing testimonies, providing an atmosphere of faith and encouragement to the congregation.
Held at the church auditorium, Road 21, Plot 14, Federal Housing Estate, Woji, Port Harcourt, the Sunday television service reinforced the church’s emphasis on faith, holiness and the transformative power of God’s presence.
The central message was clear: a sudden turnaround becomes possible when believers position themselves rightly, seek God’s presence, recognise His voice and faithfully act on His instructions.
