2014 International Pastors and Partners Conference:

A gathering of greatness
THE International Pastors' and Partners' Conference (IPPC) is a special gathering of all stakeholders in the Believers LoveWorld Nation (Christ Embassy). The event, which started on Monday, the 17th November, officially came to a close on Sunday 23rd November 2014 with a special gospel music show showcasing the best of the best in the global gospel music genre.
The IPPC brings together all the pastors, partners and friends of the Ministry to mark the end of their ministry year, through a rigorous stock taking, effective feedbacks from all the churches and partnering ministries across the world.
At the end, efforts are made to encourage everyone and appreciate all those who contributed immensely towards the achievements of the year, and the direction the Ministry will take, goals to be achieved will be laid out. The Conference which took place at The Loveworld Convocation Arena, Billings way Oregun, Ikeja , Lagos turned out to be the best the Ministry has had ever. It was unique in many respects. This year's event attracted 15,000 people from close to 100 countries under one roof in a special time of refreshing, impartation and celebration. It captured the ministry's impact across the world and ended on a very great note.
The Pastors' Conference which attracts all the pastors in the Ministry and also pastors of other ministries that follow the teachings of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome and takes part in every Christ Embassy activities. It also heralds the beginning of the IPPC and started from Monday evening, 17th November 2014 to Thursday morning, 20th November 2014, while the Partners' Conference commenced from Thursday evening, 20th November 2014. The IPPC Exhibition which showcases diverse arms and products of the Ministry opens on Tuesday the 18th of November and will run till Sunday the 23rd of November. The IPPC Presidential Awards Night took place on Saturday evening, the 22nd of November 2014 and the Conference closed with The LoveWorld International Music Concert on Sunday evening, the 23rd of November 2014.
The International Pastors and Partners Conference (IPPC) is a harbinger of spiritual and economic blessing to the nation of Nigeria. This year's event which attracts over 15,000 delegates is one of a kind in this country attracting far more foreigners than any others of such gathering. With over half of the 15,000 delegates that came for this event traveling by air, officials at the Muritala Mohammed International Airport have been having very busy time attending to many of the passengers that have been arriving since Monday 17th November 2014.
According to an Immigration official who spoke to National Daily, “this is the busiest week for us as we have never had this number of passengers at a time. Moreso, some of them are coming from countries that we have not had passengers coming from before now such as Tahiti, Papua New Guinea, New Zealand, and others like that. So it has not been as usual for us, but they are very civil, friendly and well behaved passengers, if this is the type of passengers we have been having, we won't have challenges” he said.
The gathering which is an annual event brings together tens of thousands of people from different countries of the world. And Nigeria is the best for it. According to one tourism operator who spoke with IPPC Daily, having huge numbers of people coming into a country all at once is of huge tourism and economic benefit. The expert who came from South Africa said that thousands of people came from Europe, North America, not to talk of those from over 37 countries of Africa all paid air fares to come to Nigeria, they will also stay in hotels for a week, paying for their ways to and from the venue of the event. They will also buy foods, and other souvenirs from the country on their way home. All these he said will contribute immensely to the Nigerian economy especially at this time when the Nigerian Naira is under the heat from dropping oil prices.
Moreso, this event gives outsiders the opportunity to see the best of Nigeria which helps to launder the image of Nigeria globally because as many of these delegates some of whom have never been to Nigeria before will have good story to tell about Nigeria thus projecting Nigeria in good light.
A pastor who is one of the organizers of the event told IPPC Daily that this event will leave Nigeria better than before. According to him, life-changing words have been uttered both to the delegates, and also on the land. There has been series of prayers for the peace of the land and all the delegates from Nigeria who have been hearing the words will be better for it. This event will leave a lasting impact on this country, she said. Nigerians should be grateful for Christ Embassy for bringing such a huge gathering to Nigeria.
Welcoming delegates to the event, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, President of Believers loveworld Inc. told an ecstatic crowd that “we preach a message of prosperity and healing but even if you lived your life without health and wealth, and the incentives of good health, prosperity and wealth were not promised to you and you heard what Jesus did and that He would come again, would that not be enough? He told the cheering crowd to be
 Be motivated by the death of Jesus and tell the whole world that Jesus died. All other things are mere incentives so don't be carried away by them.  If you don't have them, remember you have Jesus and that is all that matters. "I was always thinking about souls. Wherever they were, I was going for them. I loved to hear about Jesus coming again. This earth is not everything. Always work on your spiritual focus. Don't be carried away by the seeming modernization of Christianity because there is no modernisation of Christianity. We just changed our tools.
According to him, there is one that gives victory but that victory is from the realms of the spirit. Recently the Apple CEO declared himself a homosexual and Christianity is not against the homosexuals as individuals but against homosexuality because it is against the word of God. Homosexuality is propagated by the socialist left who fight for the deception of equality. What's wrong with their notion of equality? It's like witchcraft; it presents itself as good until you get deep into it. This is why we teach doctrines in Bible School so believers are guided. Be careful of the structures of men and be wise. Don't follow a party or organization just because you agree with their agenda. Look at their fundamentals.  Look for a political party you can effect a change in. No Pastor is allowed to be a politician or have an opinion.
Speaking during Sunday Morning service, Pastor Chris noted that God owns this world. Continuing, he said that “He wants to manifest Himself in the world and enthrone Himself and manifest Himself to and through His children. The earth is the Lords. He warned that God will never be frustrated, “He's never frustrated. You can't frustrate God. No circumstance can baffle Him he's never at a loss of what to do or a solution, he never needs advice. He never calls angels for advice. “Never think about Him from the standpoint of your personal situation. He says I'm God is there anything too hard for me? He met a man called Abraham, an assumed father for he had no child. God said to him from now your name is Abraham; I've made you a father of many nations. He never knew he was Abraham. The circumstances of his life already defined him as a childless man. God lifted his vision and told him to look, as far as your eyes can see, I will give you.”
Speaking directly to the delegates, he said that “anyone who identifies with you is blessed with you. God said to him, look, as far as your eyes can see, that I've given you. And the bible says that the man saw the whole world by faith and God willed the whole world to him. God willed the whole world to him and anyone who identifies with him is blessed. It's been bestowed on us, everyone who receives Jesus is an son of Abraham. The power of vision. God didn't say as far as your eyes can see to Lot or the other folks. The promise was to Abraham and his seed, not to his uncles and nephews. Not seeds, but seed. Which is Christ. His spiritual seed. Galatians chapter 3. All of us who belong to Christ are Abraham seed and heir according to the promise. The authority to see and possess is given to Abraham and his seed. This is why the prophetic gift is for seeing and possessing which has been given to all of us.”
Moses told them not to stop those that prophesied. It was God's plan already. In the last days, I will pour my spirit upon all flesh and they will all prophesied. See visions and dream dreams.
You can see your way out of trouble, penury, any situation into promotion, glory, etc. the power to see. As far as your eyes can see, I've given you. Not I will give you. Father of many nations I've made you.
Not trying to get. Too many are trying to get. You don't need to try and become. The more you try, the more it will elude you. Your attitude can make you not have it. Everybody could just be. Is there anything too hard for God.”
Pastor spoke extensively about the anointing of God. According to him,” he said that there is something about the anointing of God spirit. When you're anointed no doors can be shut against you. Maintain your composure. Are you ready for the big things with God. There're big things with God.
The event had outstanding Talk Shows with leaders teaching the members how to handle issues of strategy, training, management and other pastoral care issues According to Rev.Ken Oyakhilome , competition is not a bad thing as long as it is healthy, “don't run from competition, don't speak against it. Competition should be fun, where your dreams and aspirations are accomplished. We are what we are today by the grace of God”. Speaking on the roles of a strategic, he said that a strategic pastor must continue in those things that brought you to where you are' prayer, study of the word, partnership, must continue to a higher level. The tree that has fruits is what men throw stones at. This IPPC is the end of a dispensation and the beginning of another dispensation. The strategic pastor, he says, prepares' through study, for the coming days. He raises people; raising people is important, not using people, one of the first things to do. He says that Pastor Chris is an institution, a platform, an influence. A trained Pastor does not take no for an answer.
Speaking on training pastors, he highlighted that a trained pastor takes action because he is result oriented. He does not recognize excuses. He must make good use of his language. If your confessions are not right you cannot win. After you have planned you speak to the plans. He must have the language of the ministry; he cannot speak fear, defeat or doubt. The trained Pastor' Pro.25:6. There is formal and informal. Everywhere he goes is not determined by the city but by the largeness of his vision. All he sees are solutions; he sees opportunities where others see frustration.
A trained Pastor thinks of how he can replicate the vision of the ministry wherever he is. He has clarity of purpose. He knows how you deal with distraction by being focused. He protects the anointing. He knows he is a problem solver, a solution bringer. He knows he is not a brick in the wall; he is a pillar in the house.
Evangelist (Dr.) Eddy Owase spoke on starting early and starting strong. On starting strong Pastor Joy noted that “you have to have a consciousness that on Monday a new ministry year has started. As you take notes you were drawing up your plans. When you delay you extinguish zeal (Acts 26:19). Pastor Biodun  Lawal said that “if you start strong is key, start from your youth. Whatever you did should be your starting point. Start immediately; when you wait you lose time, people and resources. Run from here to the next level. Do not reduce in soul winning or partnership”.
Pastor Lanre Alabi said that with the sessions we have had with Pastor, we dare not fail produce results. Firstly is the consciousness, secondly the burden of responsibility and expectation from those that depend on us. Turn your inspiration to action points. You must have a plan to mobilize the brethren. Set the results we want to achieve. Set the time line. Set targets to report at Pastors Refreshers Course 2015.
Pastor Deola Phillips started with the book of Eph.5:15-16 Amp) “we must take every opportunity in the days we are living in. Citing Christmas as an example, there is an opportunity in this season, plan with the season. Bear in mind that (Sam.10:6) Do what is in your mind with the thoughts that have come to you. When you have a target to meet always start early, particularly a financial target. There is a mystery about money, money always comes, don't wait on your target. In your churches, strategize to have outreaches, organize the brethren. We should not minimize what the Spirit of God has set in us. Buy up every opportunity; work with every consciousness to actualize the vision”.
On intense partnership, Pastor Siji Dara highlighted the fact that there is an attitude and grace for giving. Pastor Mary Owase said that partnership is our life. “Partnership is joining forces to achieve a common goal or vision. It is having intense participation in accomplishing the vision of our man of God. It is beyond what you do occasionally, it is a planned project. You plan your giving and you can measure your progress this way. If you believe in something, then you must give plan to outdo your past”. Pastor Chidi Ezimako, projected the fact that “we have a culture in BLW. You can't ride a 10million naira car if you have not given God 10million, you cannot build your house when you have not built a house for God. It is something that graduates. You cannot out-give God. As a citizen of BLW we have a life of giving”.
According to Pastor Uche Onubogu, there is a grace in giving. Teens in my church raised money as partnership for the Inner City Missions. You receive not because you ask amiss, my son also gave as a teen for the inner city, I obliged him to give money because of what he wanted to use the money for, that it's by grace. The mystery of money is that it will always come. Pastor Femi Otenigbagbe referencing Pro.13:7, shared his personal testimony on healing. How he was healed of cancer after the man of God prayed for him. And he knew it could only be because of his partnership.
Pastor Tony Obi said “all we do is about our love for Christ. In partnership there is a commitment and consistency. You are steady, you take ownership.” Pastor Tony shared a testimony of a man who is a partner and medical doctor whose son was diagnosed with a hole in his heart and was scheduled for an operation but just before the boy was taken to the theatre, he insisted that his son be checked again and as this was done and the doctors could not find the hole, all because of his partnership.

The Exhibition
The LoveWorld Exhibition which opened to the delegates Friday 21 November, 2014 has been described as a world class exhibition never before seen in this clime and it will run throughout the duration of the IPPC at the LoveWorld Exhibition Grounds, The Healing School premises. So many things stand out for this exhibition not only in the quality of projects and programmes being showcased, but also the innovations in the construction of the stands, the friendliness of the ushers and the products on offer.
The LoveWorld Exhibition an important aspect of the International Pastors and Partners Conference (IPPC) showcases the excellence of the BLW nation in its entirety. It projects excellent products, outstanding innovative ideas and the scope, reach and impact of the BLW ministry arms and affiliates. As a major highlight of the IPPC, delegates are encouraged to visit the different stands to get acquainted with the Ministry and the different arms of the Ministry.
The LoveWorld Exhibition offers visitors an engaging experience and an impactful view into the BLW Nation; showcasing Ministry achievements and sharing testimonies received from across the globe. The LoveWorld Exhibition 2014 attracted over eight thousand visitors on the opening day and it is expected that close to 10,000 delegates will visit the exhibition centre Saturday and with far more than that number on Monday and Tuesday before the exhibition ends. Those who are unable to visit the stands during the IPPC are advised to make out time to visit after the programme because the exhibitions will still be open after the programme.
It was such a great conference that will change the lives of all those who participated in this event and they all are confident that they will impact their catchment areas. At the closing service Sunday morning, Pastor Chris told the delegates that there's much more to be done. Prophesying, he said “I've increased you and you will do and say what I've asked you to. For the spirit of understanding of mysteries and difficulties is given you. You'll bless others and they'll be blessed. The Lord is wonderful and glorious. Hallelujah. God bless you” In all, this was a glorious IPPC, the best so f