Subject: A Vision for Our Partnership: Moving from Transactional Support to Relational Blessing
november 2026
Dear Emeritus Professor Olu Obafemi as a member of the Esteemed Leadership of the Nigerian Press,
Grace and peace to you. As we continue our journey of mentorship and collaboration, I am writing to share my heart regarding the spiritual and relational foundation of our work together. My deepest desire is that my support of the Nigerian Press through this mentorship becomes a truly joyful life experience—one that honors God and uplifts us all.
To ensure this experience remains pure and life-giving, I want to establish a clear vision: our relationship must be relational, not transactional.
A Covenant Partnership as Unto the Lord
I view our connection not as a business arrangement, but as a partnership as if unto the Lord (Colossians 3:23). In a true kingdom partnership, we are mutually supportive of one another’s mission. As you pour into me through mentorship, wisdom, and strategic guidance, you also stand with me in my vital mission of truth-telling and national impact based on my divine calling to disciple modern day humanity during these troubled last dates. Together, we operate like the early believers who shared a common purpose and supported one another out of genuine love and devotion (Acts 2:42–47).
The Principle of Unforced, Voluntary Blessing
For this partnership to bring lasting joy, all giving must be completely voluntary. It must never be prompted, solicited, or silently expected. When giving is driven by pressure or obligation, it loses its spiritual vitality. Instead, any support released into this mission must be viewed purely as a blessing—an unsolicited gift flowing from an open hand.
The Righteous Protocol of Spirit-Led Giving
We must trust the righteous protocol of the Kingdom. Blessings originate from the Lord, and He consistently chooses to channel them through anointed vessels who are sensitive to His voice.
Here is how this protocol operates in a healthy partnership:
- Relational Engagement: As we walk together, communicate, and build trust, our relational engagement intensifies.
- The Divine Prompt: Within the warmth of that genuine connection, the Holy Spirit prompts the heart to give.
- Joyful Obedience: When a vessel responds in obedience to that prompt, the act of giving ceases to be a mere transfer of resources. As Scripture reminds us, “God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7). In obedience, giving becomes joyful and is experienced as an act of pure worship unto the Lord.
Clarity Between Transactions and Blessings
There is nothing inherently wrong with formal business transactions. However, for the health of our relationship, we must keep a clear boundary between the two:
- Transactions must be purposefully initiated, with all terms explicitly anticipated, discussed, and stated as needful from the very beginning.
- Relational Blessings cannot be scheduled, invoiced, or expected; they are birthed entirely by the Spirit.
By honoring this distinction, we protect the sacredness of our mentorship and brotherhood. We remove any shadow of obligation and leave room for the Holy Spirit to orchestrate our provision, both services and funds. I am the one that is more sensitive and responsive to this. Also, I am the one that is engaged in providing financial support to the Press.
I look forward to walking alongside you, watching your leadership flourish, and experiencing the immense joy that comes when we partner together in Spirit and in truth.
With warm regards and blessings,
Isaac Megbolugbe
GIVA Ministries International
