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Hi, I’m Cornelius Bella. Welcome to My Corner of the Internet. I’m a Christian writer, blogger, and lifelong seeker of Biblical truth. At CorneliusBella.blog, I share reflections, revelations, and real-life stories shaped by faith, rooted in Scripture, and driven by a deep hunger for God’s presence. For me, spirituality isn’t a Sunday activity—it’s the heartbeat of everyday life. I believe God’s presence is not just a theological concept but a living, breathing reality we can experience moment by moment. One of my guiding prayers is this: “May not a single moment of my life be spent outside the light, love, and joy of God’s presence—and not a moment without the entire surrender of myself to Him.” If that resonates with you, you’re in the right place. On my blog, I write about prayer, meditation, surrender, gratitude, and the kind of faith that transforms not just what we believe, but how we live. I explore how spiritual principles can help us navigate pain, find purpose, and live with deeper joy—even in the middle of life’s uncertainties. But more than that, I write to connect. To build a community of believers who are hungry for more of God. Who want to grow, not just in knowledge, but in intimacy with the Holy Spirit. Who are tired of surface-level religion and ready to live from the inside out. So whether you’re wrestling with big questions or just looking for encouragement to keep walking by faith—I’d love for you to join the journey. Subscribe, share your thoughts, and let’s grow together in grace, truth, and the joy of God’s presence. Let’s live fully surrendered. Let’s walk by faith. Let’s seek Him—daily. Visit CorneliusBella.blog to start reading.

What Is Something Others Do That Sparks Your Admiration?

What sparks our admiration reveals our values and often exposes what God is calling us to become. In a world obsessed with visibility and applause, this deep biblical reflection explores the power of uncelebrated obedience, steadfast faith under pressure, and Christlike character that refuses to compromise. More than a thought piece, this blog confronts the soul, points hearts back to Jesus Christ, and extends a clear invitation to salvation and fellowship at The Dream Centre of the Life Oasis International Church.

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POSTHUMOUS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS: ORIGIN & IS IT SCRIPTURAL?

Many cultures mark the birthdays of those who have died, but is this practice supported by Scripture? This expository teaching traces the historical origins of posthumous birthday celebrations and examines what the Bible actually says about remembering the dead, honouring their legacy, and avoiding unbiblical rituals. With clear doctrinal grounding, this article brings a balanced, Christ-centred understanding to a widely misunderstood practice.

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Pray Without Ceasing: Why the Heat Must Rise in These End Times

When the fire of prayer rises, hidden serpents are forced out—but they cannot survive the heat. Drawing from Paul’s encounter with the viper in Acts 28, this expository teaching reveals why intensified prayer in the end times provokes demonic reactions yet guarantees divine victory. As Scripture commands us to pray without ceasing, this message calls believers to keep the altar burning, shake off every satanic resistance, and walk in supernatural immunity and authority through fervent, unrelenting prayer.

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Identifying and Avoiding Anointing Killers — and How to Stir Up the Anointing

The anointing can be present yet restrained. Scripture reveals that wrong attitudes, wrong associations, and polluted spiritual atmospheres can choke the flow of God’s power. Drawing from biblical patterns such as Elisha’s encounter with compromised leadership and the restoration of prophetic flow through worship, this teaching exposes what kills the anointing and shows how prayer, obedience, consecration, and honour stir it up afresh.

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Anointing Killers: How People and Atmospheres Can Block the Flow of God’s Power

The anointing does not always fail because of absence—it is often restrained by atmosphere and proximity. From Elisha’s refusal to minister in the presence of Jehoram to his call for a minstrel to restore spiritual alignment, Scripture reveals how wrong people and polluted environments can block prophetic flow. This teaching exposes biblical anointing killers and shows how honour, worship, and right spiritual conditions reopen the channels of divine release.

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God Is Your Creator — But He Is Not Your Father Until You Accept Jesus Christ

God created all humanity, but the Bible makes it clear that Fatherhood is not automatic—it is received through redemption. This expository teaching reveals the biblical truth that sonship comes only through Christ Jesus, explains the privileges of adoption, and calls every reader to receive Jesus as Lord and Savior so that God becomes not only Creator, but Father.

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What Is Your Reason for Not Doing Better? — A Biblical Call to Choose Life

What Is Your Reason for Not Doing Better? — A Biblical Call to Choose Life “I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live.” — Deuteronomy 30:19 (KJV) Introduction: An Uncomfortable but Necessary Question What is your reason for not doing better? […]

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Prayer Works: A Scriptural and Expository Biblical Teaching

Prayer is not a religious exercise nor an emotional response to difficulty—it is a divine system instituted by God for fellowship, authority, and intervention. From Scripture, we see that prayer works because it was designed by God, God hears prayer, and God responds according to His will. This teaching offers a clear biblical exposition on why prayer remains effective, powerful, and indispensable for every believer today.

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THE TRUTH BEHIND FAMOUS SAYINGS: What People Say vs What They Really Mean

For generations, we’ve repeated sayings with confidence — yet many of them are misquoted, incomplete, or even the opposite of their true meaning. This powerful guide exposes the original versions of common phrases, their real intentions, and the misunderstandings that shape how people use them today. From biblical verses to cultural proverbs, discover the truth behind the lines we say without thinking — and gain wisdom that sharpens discernment, deepens understanding, and transforms everyday speech.

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