ONYINYE SIRI N'EZI OBI

"Onyinye Siri N'ezi Obi" is a lively and deeply practical Offertory hymn by Jude Nnam. The title speaks to the core of Christian giving: a gift that comes from a sincere and pure heart. During the preparation of the gifts, choirs use this piece to encourage the congregation to approach the altar not just with material offerings, but with a clean conscience, as this is what truly pleases God.

The verses carry a gentle, relatable challenge for the faithful. They remind us that God’s blessings come in many forms—wealth, children, and daily grace—and ask us to reflect on how we give back. The lyrics playfully call out the habit of digging through our pockets to find the smallest note for the collection basket, asking if we would be happy if God answered our prayers with that same hesitation. It is a wonderful, thought-provoking song that brings both joy and a moment of honest reflection to the Sunday liturgy.