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Normalise saying 'no' as an answer.

Yesterday, one of my colleagues ran into the office crying tears of joy, saying, “Is it okay to say no? I just did, and I feel so good!”

She had been given a workload far beyond what was stated in her contract, with no additional pay. She had been grumbling about it in the office, and after hearing her out, other members of staff encouraged her to approach management and politely refuse the offer, while clearly referencing her contract.

She was reluctant at first, but after consistent nudging, she finally went. And guess what? Management understood and withdrew the overwhelming offer.

Moments like this remind us that the way we are raised can affect us as adults—sometimes negatively. Not only at home, but in our wider society (schools, churches, and other institutions), many of us were conditioned to obey instructions without questioning them. We were taught that saying “no” is rude, defiant, or disrespectful.

The truth is this: if children are not allowed to feel comfortable saying no—if a child’s no is not normalised—we risk raising adults who cannot stand up for themselves. Such adults will later have to consciously reparent and retrain themselves, or else become easy prey in personal, professional, and societal spaces.

Let us be more intentional as parents, teachers, and child custodians. Let us teach children that no is a complete sentence—while also guiding them to express it respectfully and confidently. When children learn that their voices matter, we raise adults who can set healthy boundaries, advocate for themselves, and still remain respectful. Normalising “no” today is an investment in stronger, safer, and more confident adults tomorrow.

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Violet Timi Atey Ojiabo
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How Credible Are You?
Sometime last year, I gave a carpenter—someone I had worked with for years—a job to do. He gave me a price and accepted the job. Later, he returned to say he could no longer do it for that amount and increased the price. He even said he was only doing it because of me; otherwise, he would have refused the job.

I didn’t argue. I agreed, paid him, and gave him another chance. From there, he took us back and forth until he collected the full payment. Guess what? He delivered nothing. Eventually, he stopped picking calls from my team member who was supervising the job. When she called him using another number, he answered and began telling stories—claiming he had been involved in an accident while going to buy materials and was still treating himself.

Many people might hear this story and think the man is smart, while the woman was not sharp—easily played. He might even feel he struck gold with the carnal wisdom he applied. But the truth is this: he won once—penny wise—but lost a fortune—pound foolish.

With that single act, he lost my trust. Even though he had been faithful at other times, trust once broken is hard to restore. Recently, several people asked me to introduce my carpenter to them, but I couldn’t. I cannot recommend someone who has proven to lack financial integrity. More importantly, I can never give him a job again.

If he truly had an accident, he would have called or sent a message to explain. Silence, avoidance, and excuses reveal something deeper—a lack of accountability.

The Spiritual Parallel
This situation mirrors our walk with God.
Many believers ask God difficult questions:
“Why have I remained on the same level for years?”
“Why are others who came into the Kingdom after me walking in greater influence, authority, and provision?”

Before asking those questions, we must look inward.
That small responsibility God gave you—how faithful were you with it?
Scripture is clear:
“He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much; and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.”
— Luke 16:10

God does not begin by entrusting us with great resources, power, or platforms. He builds trust through consistent obedience in small things. The little assignments, the unseen service, the quiet stewardship—these are all tests of credibility.
Furthermore, the Bible tells us:
“For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God.”
— Romans 8:19

God releases resources and authority to sons—and sons are those who take responsibility. Sonship is not about age or title; it is about trustworthiness, maturity, and alignment with the Father’s heart.

So stop envying that Christian sister who walks in influence and power. She carries what she carries because God knows she will use it for Kingdom purposes, not divert it for personal gain.
Your next level is not delayed because God is unfair. It is often delayed because credibility is still being formed.
If you desire greater responsibility, greater influence, and greater access, then start by being faithful where you are. Build a credible relationship with your Father. Handle the little things with integrity, excellence, and reverence.

Because in God’s Kingdom, elevation is not a gift—it is a reward for proven faithfulness.

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