Apostle Grace Lubega Urges University Students to Pursue Deeper Spiritual Growth

Phaneroo Ministries International founder Apostle Grace Lubega has urged university students in Uganda to pursue a deeper relationship with God, warning against becoming comfortable with limited spiritual experiences. Speaking at the fifth edition of the Global Inter-University Conference (GIC 2026) in Kampala, Lubega encouraged young people to abandon spiritual complacency and seek a deeper dimension of God's presence through prayer, meditation on Scripture, and complete surrender to His will.

Lubega's message, themed "The Danger of the Preserved Realm (The Saul Syndrome)," emphasized the importance of not mistaking familiarity with spiritual experiences for having fully discovered the depth of what God can accomplish through them. He drew lessons from 1 Chronicles 13:1-3 and referenced Exodus 20:19 and Exodus 25:40, reflecting on the experiences of the Israelites and their relationship with God's presence.

The conference, which brought together students from universities and other institutions of higher learning, featured spiritual teaching, worship, and fellowship. Renowned Zambian gospel musician Pompi was among the notable guests who graced the conference, adding a musical dimension to the gathering. Other ministers, including Apostle Felix Okoh of House of Treasures Ministries in Johannesburg, South Africa, participated in the conference as part of the international ministry representation.

Lubega described Phaneroo as more than a limit or destination, but a standard demonstrating what is possible through a life surrendered to God. He urged young people to seek God beyond their current spiritual understanding and embrace the possibilities of the Holy Spirit working through them. He also warned against the tragedy of living an entire lifetime without discovering what God could have accomplished through an individual who fully yielded to His Spirit.

The preacher encouraged students to deliberately create room for God's presence by tearing down what he described as altars of convenience, including habits and distractions that compete with their relationship with God. He urged them to devote themselves to prayer, meditation on God's Word, and reflection on the visions they receive, while allowing God to have complete control over their lives.

The fifth edition of GIC placed particular emphasis on challenging the next generation to move beyond spiritual familiarity, discover their God-given potential, and become vessels of meaningful impact in their generation. The conference has grown into an annual platform through which Phaneroo Ministries International seeks to inspire, equip, and spiritually nurture young people pursuing higher education.

The event concluded with a call to action for university students to prioritize their spiritual growth and seek a deeper relationship with God. As Lubega said, "If you have not experienced God in a certain dimension, it's because you have not connected to His presence yet." The conference provided a unique opportunity for students to reflect on their spiritual journeys and recommit to their faith.

Key points

• Apostle Grace Lubega urges university students to pursue a deeper relationship with God.
• The Global Inter-University Conference (GIC 2026) emphasizes spiritual growth and development among young people.
• Lubega warns against the dangers of spiritual complacency and encourages students to seek a deeper dimension of God's presence.