By YOUTH members of RCCG Victory Centre gathered in Kampala on Valentine’s Day for an evening of reflection, fellowship and biblical teaching centred on relationships and purposeful living.
From right, Youth Pastor, Dr Gabriel Enamudu and Zonal Pastor, Engr Emmanuel Orimogunje sorting out questions and attending to them at the event
The event, themed “Could This Be Love?”, provided a platform for young people to examine the true meaning of love from a Christian perspective amid widespread cultural narratives surrounding Valentine’s celebrations.
From left, RCCG Country Coordinator, Uganda, Pastor Mrs Olubunmi Olushola Moye-Akinshipe, Dcns Lydia Akot, behind her, Mrs Awotunde, Mrs Enamudu and Prof Enoch Oladunmoye at the event.
In attendance was the Country Coordinator of The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Mrs Olubunmi Olushola Moye-Akinshipe, alongside Zonal Pastor Emmanuel Orimogunje; Youth Pastor Gabriel Enamudu and his wife; Professor Enoch Oladunmoye; Dr and Mrs Samson Awotunde; Pastor Ebenezer Adurokiya; Dcns Lydia Akot and other church leaders.
A section of the youths
Delivering the main exhortation, Youth Pastor Enamudu drew lessons from Judges 15:4–21, reflecting on the biblical account of Samson.
He outlined five key principles for understanding godly love.
From right, Youth Pastor, Dr Gabriel Enamudu and Zonal Pastor, Engr Emmanuel Orimogunje sorting out questions and attending to them at the event
First, he noted that the love portrayed in Samson’s story was one-sided and ultimately destructive, describing such affection as “suicidal”.
Quoting John 15:17, he reminded the youths that true love must be mutual: “Love one another.”
Right (front) is Dr Samson Awotunde
Secondly, he cautioned against professing love to a total stranger, stressing the importance of wisdom and discernment in relationships.
Thirdly, he emphasised that love is not for sale and cannot be reduced to material exchange.
Fourthly, he warned that love is not enticement, urging young people not to allow themselves to be enticed or seduced into relationships under false pretences.
Mummy Country Coordinator, Uganda
Fifthly, referencing Judges 15:6, he stated that love is not meant for affliction, warning against relationships that bring pain, harm or spiritual compromise.
The programme also featured an interactive session during which participants asked candid questions about relationships, courtship and marriage.
Members of the pastorate responded with practical advice grounded in Scripture, encouraging the youths to prioritise their purpose in life, spiritual growth and academic and professional or vocational pursuits before venturing into serious relationships.
The gathering, marked by moments of laughter and sober reflection, concluded at 9:00 p.m. with refreshments and warm fellowship among attendees.
Organisers described the event as part of ongoing efforts to equip young people with sound biblical values for navigating relationships and life decisions.
