God never left Me: A testimony of His Faithfulness

Compliments of the season to my amiable Father and Mother in the Lord, all the pastors in the house, and the entire CTDMP family. As we celebrate 30 years of God's faithfulness in this great ministry, I consider it a privilege to share what God has done in my life. Honestly, I am struggling to put this testimony into words because I am still in awe of God's goodness. I don't even know where to begin or how to fully explain everything, but one thing I know is that GOD HAS BEEN FAITHFUL! First, I want to appreciate God, who has been my Father, Mother, Sister and Brother. At a time when I felt forsaken, even by my own family, God stood by me. In the darkest seasons of my life, He never abandoned me. Even when I couldn't understand what He was doing, He kept showing up. I wish I could narrate everything from beginning to end, but that would take forever. Please permit me to share a summary of this journey. I came to the UK as an international student, full of hopes and expectations. I was happy and looking forward to a beautiful experience. However, during my second academic session, I failed a particular course. I cried, but we were given another opportunity to retake it. Unfortunately, I failed again, and this affected my eligibility to obtain my Post-Study Work (PSW) visa. That was the beginning of a very difficult season for me. The school eventually reduced my grades to enable me to graduate. However, instead of receiving my Master's degree, I was awarded a Postgraduate Diploma. Even my graduation experience was different. I wore a different gown and sat with the diploma students instead of the Master's graduates. I felt so embarrassed and shy. I couldn't help but feel disappointed because I had worked towards obtaining a Master's degree. But something happened as I sat there. The Holy Spirit ministered to me, reminding me that what I had experienced did not define me. He began to encourage me, and those words stayed with me. I tried everything humanly possible to resolve my academic and immigration situation. I reached out to my Personal Academic Tutor, Programme Leader, Project Supervisor, the Home Office, the Students' Union and several other people. I wrote letters, sought assistance and exhausted every possible legal option, but nothing worked. I was eventually told that I would have to rewrite the course after my visa had expired. I couldn't even tell my dad or explain to my family what I was going through. This struggle started around September 2024. Despite everything, I tried to remain focused on my remaining courses so I could at least graduate. I was also owing the school, and everything was becoming overwhelming. There came a point when I was so exhausted that I considered returning to Nigeria. But God spoke to me through the biblical account of Prophet Elijah and Jezebel, using that story to minister to and encourage me to stay. There were also moments when I received terrible advice from people I thought knew better and whose standards I respected. Surprisingly, some of these people were advising me to do things I knew a child of God should never do. Some even tried to link me up with men, hoping that would provide a way out of my situation. But by God's help, I stood my ground. I would rather return to Nigeria than compromise my faith and convictions to survive. Things continued to deteriorate. I was eventually placed on immigration bail. I had no home, no job and no stable place to stay. My health was also affected. My landlord sent me out, my belongings were scattered in different places, and I moved from one place to another just to find somewhere to sleep. The immigration bail came with its own demands. I had to report every two weeks, on Thursdays, both online and physically. Imagine dealing with homelessness, financial difficulties, health challenges and uncertainty while also having to fulfil these reporting obligations. It was a lot to carry, but GOD HELD ME! I experienced insults, mockery, disappointment and situations I never imagined I would find myself in. People prayed and interceded for me, and sometimes, even those praying wondered if there was something behind the continuous challenges because things seemed to be getting worse rather than better. BUT GOD! Somewhere along the line, God brought a woman into my life whom I worked for as a child minder. Eventually, I stayed with her early this year, 2026. She took me in, treated me like her sister and friend, and showed me kindness in ways I cannot forget. Even while staying with her and working, I was still trying to find a way out of my situation. At some point, I was advised to come to Ireland to seek international protection. It wasn't an easy decision or journey. But before I left, I prayed over it, I inquired from God and also told people we pray together and God gave me His words. God used someone to bless me with £1,000. Just like that! I still look back and wonder how God arranged that provision at such a critical time. That money sustained me through the journey and reminded me that I was not alone. I arrived in Ireland on 9 August 2026, and honestly, another difficult chapter began. Imagine escaping one traumatic experience only to find yourself navigating another challenging situation. I wouldn't wish some of those experiences on my worst enemy. The asylum process came with its own challenges. I attended my interview, and about a week later, I received a refusal. It broke me. I contacted the solicitor assigned to me, and we proceeded with an appeal. I was left waiting for the Tribunal while dealing with the uncertainty of accommodation, feeding and other basic needs. But even in the middle of all these, God kept showing Himself strong. One thing I am grateful for is that I didn't allow my circumstances to completely stop my growth. I continued learning, studying online, acquiring knowledge and earning certificates. I attended physical and online classes, participated in activities and kept trying to develop myself despite everything happening around me. During the appeal process, the Tribunal requested several documents and evidence, sometimes requesting many things at once. I kept turning to God. For the things I could provide, I provided them; for those I couldn't, I honestly explained my limitations. Interestingly, throughout my stay in Ireland, I had been documenting my activities. I volunteered in three different places, attended events, participated in physical and online programmes, took classes and continued engaging in meaningful activities. I was doing all these because the Holy Spirit had impressed it upon my heart to document my journey. Little did I know that the Tribunal would eventually request evidence of my private life in Ireland! When that request came, I had my records, write-up and supporting evidence ready. I submitted them. LOOK AT GOD! The very things I was doing without knowing how they would eventually fit into the bigger picture became relevant at the right time. I also met wonderful people along the way who supported, encouraged and assisted me in different ways. And today being November 9th 2026, I am here to testify that I HAVE BEEN GRANTED STATUS IN IRELAND! This July makes it one year since I joined CTDMP, and looking at everything God has done, I am overwhelmed with gratitude. From being homeless, scattered, rejected, mocked, scammed, disappointed, discouraged and emotionally battered to receiving this wonderful news, I can only say GOD HAS BEEN MERCIFUL TO ME. As we celebrate 30 years of this great ministry, I am grateful that I have a testimony of God's faithfulness to share.

Even when my own family mocked me, GOD DID NOT MOCK ME. When people gave up, He remained faithful. When I had nowhere to turn, He made a way. When I had no idea what tomorrow would look like, He was already there.

I keep asking myself:

WHO AM I, O LORD? WHO IS MY FAMILY THAT YOU HAVE SHOWN US SO MUCH MERCY? I cannot take any of this for granted. I am not sharing this because the journey was easy, but because God proved Himself faithful through it all. I went through things I cannot fully explain, but God preserved my life, my faith, my values and my purpose. To my amiable Father and Mother in the Lord, Dr Pastor Paul Enenche and Dr Mrs Becky Enenche, thank you for your genuine love for God, your sacrifices, your commitment to the Kingdom and the way you continually demonstrate the messages you preach. You don't just preach the Word; you live it and go the extra mile for God. May the Lord continually strengthen, preserve and bless you and your family abundantly, sir and ma. To all the pastors, ministers, workers and everyone serving in the house, I sincerely appreciate your labour of love. God bless you all. To the entire CTDMP family, God bless you all. TO GOD ALONE BE ALL THE GLORY, HONOUR AND ADORATION! JESUS, I AM DEEPLY GRATEFUL!