ROOTED DAILY SUNDAY EDITION

ISSUE FOUR
SUNDAY 17TH
NOVEMBER
Welcome
Hello Winning Women, give the Lord some
praise!! We had such a great time at the
Winning Women Connect event yesterday
morning. The testi monies shared and the insight
given; wow it was awesome. As I have been
saying, it was so much more than just a breakfast;
we connected with the King of kings and reconnected
with each other.
And what can I say about Rooted in worship? We
were so blessed. I see victory in this house, our
lives will never be the same.
The Lord has rooted us in Him and I know He will
perfect the good things He has started in us. We
give God all of the glory.
I really want to thank our Senior Pastor. His
support is amazing and he keeps encouraging us. I
thank God that he gives me wings to fl y.
Thank you to everyone who made such great
eff orts to be with us this year. I appreciate you and
I honour you.
Winning Women, just as Pastor ChiChi shared
last night you have courage. We have courage to
dream bigger, be bett er, persevere and step into
acti on. We are rooted in Christ. We are going
deeper in Him to go higher and impact our world
for God’s glory.
Stay rooted!
Yemisi Ashimol owo
STAYING
ROOTED IN
EDUCATION
- EDUCATION AS A PATH TO
PERSONAL AND SOCIETAL
GROWTH.
Education is valued and
sought after by people across
all backgrounds, ages, and
socioeconomic statuses.
Literacy, school completion rates
and transitions to employment
are key metrics used to evaluate
educational attainment globally.
The Organisation for
Economic Co-operation and
Development (OECD) cites a
strong link between education,
productivity, and economic
growth, with higher educational
attainment leading to reduced
unemployment and enhanced
economic development. On
an individual level, education
develops essential skills like
literacy, numeracy, and critical
thinking, boosting employment
prospects and income potential.
At a national level, an educated
workforce strengthens a nation’s
economic standing and global
position.
notewortHy FactS
Each additional year of
schooling is linked to longer life
expectancy, in addition, children
of literate mothers have higher
life expectancies due to informed
health choices (UNESCO).
Each additional year of schooling
increases lifetime wages by 10-
20%, with the higher percentage
applicable in more developed
economies (OECD).
Each additional year of female
education can raise GDP by
0.3%, as educated women
contribute to the reduction
of poverty within their
communities (World Bank,
OECD).
Education extends beyond
compulsory schooling years; it
is a lifelong journey. Here are
five crucial areas where we must
remain rooted in education: >>
DAILY INSPIRATION
“As we remain rooted in Christ, we are built up
in Him, and strengthened in our faith.”
— David Jeremiah

Staying Rooted in Education from page 1
Health Literacy: As the adage goes
health is wealth, knowledge about
health, nutrition, preventative care,
mental well-being, and work-life
balance is priceless. Our bodies are
God’s temples, requiring informed
health decisions for optimal
functioning. Good health enables
greater societal contribution, making
health literacy essential for lifelong
learning.
Financial Literacy: Understanding
money management is critical for longterm
success. Mastering budgeting,
saving, investing, and debt management
increases financial independence. It is
becoming increasingly clear that we
must educate our children with such
abilities for, as Proverbs 22:7 states,
“The rich rule over the poor, and the
borrower is a slave to the lender,”
highlighting the importance of financial
education from an early age.
Digital Literacy: In our interconnected
world, navigating social media and
creating a positive digital footprint
is crucial. We must learn to build an
online presence that showcases our
abilities and values whilst supporting
career advancement.
Cultural Literacy: Developing
cultural capital and understanding
beyond our immediate environment
fosters emotional intelligence and
social mobility. Research indicates that
children exposed to arts, literature,
and diverse cultural activities such as
reading, visiting museums, and playing
musical instruments enter school with
notably larger vocabularies, which
positively impacts their academic
performance over their peers.
Technological and Skills Literacy:
In our rapidly evolving world,
developing economically viable skills is
essential regardless of age or education
level. Learning opportunities now
extend beyond traditional classrooms,
encompassing online courses, degree
apprenticeships, MOOCs (massive
open online courses), skills boot camps,
work-based learning, evening classes,
and mentoring.
Staying rooted in education necessitates
a commitment to personal development
and an intentional effort to keep our
knowledge and skills current and
relevant.
For further information regarding
educational advancement for adults or
children contact beb@kicc.org.uk
Teresa Esan MBE
Head of Educational and Career
Counselling, KICC

Devotion
Being Rooted In The House of The Lord
Psalm 92:13. NKJ
Those who are planted in the house of the
Lord. Shall flourish in the courts of our God.
Psalm 92:13NIV
“Planted in the house of the LORD, they will
flourish in the courts of our God.”
Psalm 92:13 NLT
For they are transplanted to the LORD’s own
house. They flourish in the courts of our God
In the timeless wisdom of Psalm 92, you will
discover the assurance that the when you
are planted in the house of the Lord you will
indeed flourish in every area of life.
This verse speaks of the spiritual growth and
flourishing that comes from being rooted
in God’s house. As we remain rooted in His
presence, we are positioned to thrive in every
aspect of our lives. This verse reminds us of
the importance of consistent fellowship with
God’s people and being actively involved in
the community of believers.
The historical context of Psalm 92
underscores the importance of corporate
worship and fellowship among believers.
Throughout the Old Testament, the
tabernacle and later the temple served as
central places of worship and spiritual
gathering for the people of Israel.
Being planted in the house of the Lord
signified a deep commitment to God’s
presence and the community of faith.
There are blessing from being planted
in the House of the Lord: “He is like a
tree planted by streams of water that
yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf
does not wither. In all that he does, he
prospers.” This imagery of a flourishing
tree speaks to the spiritual vitality
and productivity of those who remain
steadfast in their devotion to God.
We are also encouraged not to neglect
meeting together but to encourage
one another, especially as the day
of Christ’s return draws near. This
scripture underscores the importance
of fellowship and corporate worship
in nurturing spiritual growth and
maturity.
It is important for us to prioritize
our commitment to God’s house and
experience the flourishing that He
promises to those who remain rooted
in Him.
Prayer:
Lord, I thank you for the privilege
of being planted in Your house and
experiencing Your abundant blessings.
Grant me the grace to remain steadfast
in my devotion to You and to flourish
in every season of life. May my life
bear witness to Your faithfulness and
righteousness. In Jesus’ name,
I pray. Amen.
DAILY INSPIRATION
“Being rooted
in Christ means
abiding in His love,
His Word, and His
grace. Without Him,
we cannot grow.”
— Christine Caine
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L E T EVERY T H I N G THAT HAS BREAT H PRAISE THE LO R D!
WINNING WOMEN
PRAISE REPORTS
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Hallelujah! Our God is
worthy to be praised!
I have come to testify
of the faithfulness and goodness
of my Jehovah Rapha, the only
God who reigns and rules in the
affairs of men. To you alone, Oh
God be glory, honour, adoration,
praise forever.!
I suffered a prolonged and
persistent symptoms of
coughing, nausea, vomiting,
and gradually losing my voice.
The symptoms were initially
treated with few courses of
oral antibiotics with no definite
resolution. Eventually, a chest CT
scan had to be carried out.
By January 2023, the scan
report resulted in 4 differential
diagnoses: -Cancer of the lung
-Lymphoma -Sarcoidosis and
Reactive lymphodenopathy. I
was later scheduled for further
investigations with lung function
test, EBUS/ Biopsy and PET
Scan. At that point in time, my
whole world crumbled and I
became disheartened but I did
not lose hope.
I chose to believe the report
of the Lord which stated that
by His stripes, I was healed.
Due to being symptomatic, I
limited all my social contacts and
gatherings and depended on
online services from my church-
KICC, UK and other ministries. I
engaged in prayers, meditation,
and confession of the word of
God (Pastor Matthew’s prayer
book: Special Anniversary
Edition, The Power of Positive
Prayer, Vols 1, 2 and 3 contains
confessions of the word of God
that were powerful and effective
in boosting my faith in God) and I
took the Holy Communion.
I experienced the first-hand
power of the Holy communion,
when a Pastor friend of mine
in Nigeria notified me of a Holy
Communion service taking place
that night I participated.
The next day, I was contacted by
my hospital Registrar to discuss
the results of the EBUS/Biopsy
and PET scan. Hallelujah! God
did it again. He broke the gates
of brass and cut the bars of iron
asunder!
The siege was over and the snare
was broken! It was declared:
No further evidence of Cancer
of the Lung! No further >>
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Winning Women Praise Reports
evidence of Lymphoma! No
further evidence of Sarcoidosis!
No further evidence of Reactive
lymphadenopathy God gave me
victory over it all.
While I was still rejoicing over
these victories, the Registrar
further stated, however, the PET
scan also showed suspected
Ovarian malignancy. Then TV
USS, more clinical assessments
and MRI were carried out.
I said to myself that the same
God who gave me victory in my
lungs will perfect this matter and
show Himself faithful once again.
By May 2023, the Most High God
once again ruled in my affairs
and showed Himself faithful! To
the glory of God the differential
diagnosis of Ovarian cancer was
overruled as beign!
Thereafter, I was placed on
a recovery programme as I
was still slightly symptomatic
with coughing and gradually
recovering my speaking and
singing voice.
Today, God has completely healed
me of all the life-threatening
diagnoses. I am now set apart to
live and worship God for the rest
of my life.
I encourage you today, in
whatever situation you find
yourself, just believe that God
exists and truly believe His words.
Confess His words against all
odds and you will experience the
transformational and miraculous
power of God.
I want to use this opportunity to
thank Pastor Matthew and Pastor
Yemisi for the anointed messages,
prayers, declarations and being
Godly role models of faith.
I also appreciate Pst Dipo and
Pastor Peju for standing in the
gap when I first received the
diagnoses. Thank Pastor Sam and
Mrs Dagunduro for being there
through thick and thin. God will
continue to uphold us and show
Himself strong and faithful on our
behalf.
T.O
THE GOD OF POSSIBILITIES
been quite a challenging journey
because I had two major surgeries
for fibroids and three miscarriages,
including a twin pregnancy,
proceeded by a prolonged delay in
conceiving. During my pregnancy I
bled but the Lord intervened.
To God’s glory our baby arrived that
September and for four years until
now I am still thanking and praising
God. Thank you, Pastor Matthew
and Pastor Yemisi.
Jesus looked at them intently and said,
“Humanly speaking, it is impossible.
But with God everything is possible.”
Matthew 19:26
Ithought I could use this
opportunity and platform to share
my testimony to encourage others.
I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl,
after nearly 11 years of waiting. The
Lord is indeed faithful to those who
wait patiently on Him.
At the Praise and Possibilities event,
Pastor Matthew gave a word to
women believing God for the fruit
of the womb. I held on to this word,
believing that God would come
through for me.
At a Winning Women conference,
Pastor Yemisi reminded us and
emphasised that we should “get ready
for what God is going to do”. I was
encouraged and sowed a seed. It has
The second testimony relates
to my career. I work as a Senior
Manager with the NHS. It has been
challenging with two line managers,
but the Lord has been faithful.
I received a backdated salary owed
to me since 2016, backdated for five
years. Additionally, my salary was
reviewed, and I am now at the top
of my salary scale where I should be,
above only and never under. Thank
you, Jesus.
Mrs S.O
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WINNING WOMEN CONNECT
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EVENING SESSION
Faith, Hope and Love “Roots are about growth, stability
and source. When we talk about being rooted it means to be
supported and established. How deep are your roots? Faith is
so important We have to know about God’s love, and how it
works. We are to be grounded in His love.” Pastor ChiChi
LET EVERYTHING THAT HAS BREATH PRAISE THE LORD!
WINNING WOMEN
PRAISE REPORTS
Our journey over the past
six years at KICC has
been nothing short of
miraculous—a testament to
the transformative power of the Word of
God preached from the pulpit.
On behalf of my family, I write this
testimony to express our profound
gratitude to God for His goodness and
mercy in our lives since joining KICC.
Under the impactful teachings of Pastor
Matthew and Pastor Yemisi Ashimolowo,
we have experienced remarkable growth in
various aspects of our lives.
My husband experienced a profound
healing during the 11 o’clock service at
Prayer City on June 9,
2024. Moved by Pastor
Matthew’s call for prayer
over specific health
conditions, my husband
went forward and received a miraculous
healing. The following day, a scheduled
medical procedure revealed that his
condition had completely disappeared,
leading the specialist to discharge him from
further treatment.
Additionally, on June 12 2024, I
successfully defended my doctoral thesis
in social work—a culmination of years of
hard work and dedication. A path filled
with challenges and triumphs. Then on the
27th of June, my husband and I celebrated
our 36th wedding anniversary along with
our children and grandchildren.
Reflecting on our journey fills us with
gratitude to God for who is in our lives
and all He has done. May our journey
inspire others to pursue their dreams with
unwavering faith, knowing that with God,
all things are indeed possible. We give all
glory to God.
Mrs G. A
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Faith in Action: A practical action step for the day that
encourages women to apply the theme “Rooted” in their
everyday lives
discussion points
“What does living a life that reflects Christ look like
to you, and how are you embodying it in your daily
actions?”
Gratitude Walk: Take a walk in nature and reflect on the things
in life you’re grateful for. While walking, pray or meditate on
God’s creation, connecting with the idea of being deeply rooted
in His world and work.
Verse Memorization: Choose a Bible verse that resonates with
the theme of being rooted, like Jeremiah 17:7-8. Spend time
memorizing it, and repeat it throughout the day, letting the
words nourish you in moments of stress or doubt.
We believe in the power of prayer and would be
honoured to pray with you. The Lord will answer.
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online please click this link: https://www.kicc.org.
uk/prayer/
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