The Experience 18: Pastor Paul Adefarasin Identifies Praises As Panacea For Nigeria’s Economic Hardship

The presiding pastor of House On The Rock church, Paul Adefarasin has identified praises to God as a lasting solution to Nigeria’s social economic hardship and all kinds of issues faced in the country.

He offered this solution during a press conference held today in preparation for the 18^th Edition of the world’s largest gospel concert, The Experience 18.

Adefarasin acknowledged the economic and insecurity problems faced in the country while making it known that The Experience 18 themed ‘Jesus Our Way Maker’ symbolizes a beacon of hope disrupting the darkness of widespread hopelessness and feeling of desolation that has been imbibed in Nigerians due to the crisis they face daily.

He mentioned that God’s blessings are sure to be poured abundantly on the nation and the citizens if praises to the creator can be adopted.

‘’The Theme for this year ‘Jesus Our Way Maker’’ has deep significance viewed against the backdrop of a very tumultuous and challenging year marked by severe socio-economic hardship and insecurity in the nation Nigeria. The experience in more ways than one symbolizes a beacon of hope disrupting the darkness of widespread hopelessness and feeling of desolation. We know that our praises rise as a sweet-smelling offering to the only one who can turn things around for us. His blessing will distil in divine intervention like the morning dew upon us, our nation and shared future.’’

He stated that The Experience 18 isn’t just a concert but a culture that aspires to bring heaven down to earth for humanity to be able to reach. He called on Nigerians to join him in forging a path that will place the country as a beacon of positive change.

‘’Beyond being a concert, the experience has matured into a counter culture that aspires to bring heaven down to earth and into the reach of humanity as we navigate the intricate interplay of faith and culture shaping our interaction and development initiatives in our shared journey towards great nationhood.’’

‘’Together, lets forge a path where Nigeria stands as a beacon of positive change instigating a cultural metamorphosis guided by faith, unity, and the unwavering belief that when praises ascend, the purpose, the plans and the power of God graciously descend with his abundant blessing.’’

The Experience 18 which takes place today Friday, 8^th Of December 2023 will be having several gospel musicians that includes Timi Dakolo, Donnie McClurkin, Tope Alabi, Tim Godfrey, Adeyinka Alaseyori, Nathaniel Bassey, Dunsin Oyekan, Sinach, Moses Bliss, Naomi Raine, to mention a few.

When asked about her thoughts about The Experience 18, Naomi Raine who happens to be a first-timer disclosed that it feels like a dream to be among those listed to be a blessing to the audience.

‘’ “I am super grateful to be here. I’m honoured to be here. I am expecting an encounter and an experience with the Holy Spirit. I am really grateful to sing this Gospel song again to a good God that is Holy and Righteous.”

For Donnie McClurkin who has been attending since the first year,  He confessed that The Experience has been the most life changing experience in his musical career.

The Experience has been the most life-changing experience in my musical career.It has been a journey being a part of House On The Rock. I am glad to be part of this last day’s ministry.”

The Experience, the largest gospel music concert, has been holding for 18 years non-stop despite the several challenges faced. Held at the popular Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) in Lagos, There have been miracles, signs and wonders recorded at past editions and definitely this edition won’t be any different.