The Power of Presence
In a world of quick fixes and fleeting connections, Haggai Leader Benjamin* has discovered the power of presence in demonstrating and presenting Jesus.
As a polytechnic principal lecturer and director in Nigeria, he teaches his students with care, consistently showing up as they navigate big questions and major life transitions. He’s found purpose in Haggai’s Nigeria alumni network, too — offering a listening ear and spiritual encouragement to those ministering amid suffering, economic turmoil, and unrest. And on social media, Benjamin has become a trusted voice to thousands who might never enter a church but turn to their phones for comfort, escape, and answers.
“My weekly messages build trust,” Benjamin shares. “Over time, people who see these posts reach out with questions, prayer requests, and often find Christ for themselves.”
Benjamin lives in a predominantly Muslim community where Christian persecution still lingers, though less severely than before. Over two decades, he’s witnessed restoration only the Gospel can bring: churches springing up, new believers worshipping freely, and growing courage among Christians to share their faith despite ongoing challenges. Yet the moral failings of some prominent church leaders have caused disillusionment, making Benjamin’s quiet steadfastness all the more vital.
His commitment to presence deepened during the Haggai Leader Experience (HLE), where he chose to disconnect from social media, step back from work, and spend uninterrupted time with God. “This experience has empowered me to dream bigger and aim higher, with God’s guidance lighting the way,” he reflects.
Through the HLE, Benjamin saw the power of patience and persistence, how to show up consistently and compassionately for those seeking answers in the comments, his classroom, and neighborhood conversations. Through him, people are encountering what it feels like to be noticed, known, and cared for by Jesus himself.
By showing up again and again, Benjamin reminds others that God does, too.
*Name changed for security
The Power of Presence
In a world of quick fixes and fleeting connections, Haggai Leader Benjamin* has discovered the power of presence in demonstrating and presenting Jesus.
As a polytechnic principal lecturer and director in Nigeria, he teaches his students with care, consistently showing up as they navigate big questions and major life transitions. He’s found purpose in Haggai’s Nigeria alumni network, too — offering a listening ear and spiritual encouragement to those ministering amid suffering, economic turmoil, and unrest. And on social media, Benjamin has become a trusted voice to thousands who might never enter a church but turn to their phones for comfort, escape, and answers.
“My weekly messages build trust,” Benjamin shares. “Over time, people who see these posts reach out with questions, prayer requests, and often find Christ for themselves.”
Benjamin lives in a predominantly Muslim community where Christian persecution still lingers, though less severely than before. Over two decades, he’s witnessed restoration only the Gospel can bring: churches springing up, new believers worshipping freely, and growing courage among Christians to share their faith despite ongoing challenges. Yet the moral failings of some prominent church leaders have caused disillusionment, making Benjamin’s quiet steadfastness all the more vital.
His commitment to presence deepened during the Haggai Leader Experience (HLE), where he chose to disconnect from social media, step back from work, and spend uninterrupted time with God. “This experience has empowered me to dream bigger and aim higher, with God’s guidance lighting the way,” he reflects.
Through the HLE, Benjamin saw the power of patience and persistence, how to show up consistently and compassionately for those seeking answers in the comments, his classroom, and neighborhood conversations. Through him, people are encountering what it feels like to be noticed, known, and cared for by Jesus himself.
By showing up again and again, Benjamin reminds others that God does, too.
*Name changed for security
The Power of Presence
In a world of quick fixes and fleeting connections, Haggai Leader Benjamin* has discovered the power of presence in demonstrating and presenting Jesus.
As a polytechnic principal lecturer and director in Nigeria, he teaches his students with care, consistently showing up as they navigate big questions and major life transitions. He’s found purpose in Haggai’s Nigeria alumni network, too — offering a listening ear and spiritual encouragement to those ministering amid suffering, economic turmoil, and unrest. And on social media, Benjamin has become a trusted voice to thousands who might never enter a church but turn to their phones for comfort, escape, and answers.
“My weekly messages build trust,” Benjamin shares. “Over time, people who see these posts reach out with questions, prayer requests, and often find Christ for themselves.”
Benjamin lives in a predominantly Muslim community where Christian persecution still lingers, though less severely than before. Over two decades, he’s witnessed restoration only the Gospel can bring: churches springing up, new believers worshipping freely, and growing courage among Christians to share their faith despite ongoing challenges. Yet the moral failings of some prominent church leaders have caused disillusionment, making Benjamin’s quiet steadfastness all the more vital.
His commitment to presence deepened during the Haggai Leader Experience (HLE), where he chose to disconnect from social media, step back from work, and spend uninterrupted time with God. “This experience has empowered me to dream bigger and aim higher, with God’s guidance lighting the way,” he reflects.
Through the HLE, Benjamin saw the power of patience and persistence, how to show up consistently and compassionately for those seeking answers in the comments, his classroom, and neighborhood conversations. Through him, people are encountering what it feels like to be noticed, known, and cared for by Jesus himself.
By showing up again and again, Benjamin reminds others that God does, too.
*Name changed for security
