Life of a Techie: My Personal Tech Journey Through Faith.
From gaming to God’s calling — how tech became more than just a skill.
To be honest, I can’t even tell you the exact moment my interest in tech began. It’s like it’s always been there — in some small, quiet way. I just didn’t know it would become such a big part of my life.
Funny thing is, if someone had walked up to me back then and said, “You’ll be deep into tech someday,” I’d have laughed them off. Even if God had sent an angel with the news, I would’ve questioned the messenger. That’s how far off it felt.
But one of my earliest memories was when my dad brought home a PC. I don’t know why he got it, but in our compound, that thing was the crown jewel. A real attraction. I was just a kid, fully living my best life playing Winning Eleven and GTA San Andreas. That was all tech meant to me — fun.
There was a neighbor who used our PC for work. He once tried to teach me CorelDRAW. I cried. Big tears. Like, “Why you dey stress me nah? Let me just enjoy my game in peace.” Design what? For what?
But something shifted around 2017 or 2018. I was in that waiting season — trying to get into university, praying, seeking direction. And over time, my heart kept leaning toward computer science. One day, I randomly picked up the UNILAG prospectus and flipped to the Computer Science department. I saw courses like Artificial Intelligence and Robotics… and something clicked. That was it. I just knew.
Looking back now, I see it. God was planting seeds. Even when I didn’t recognize them. Even when all I cared about was games. The desire, the small nudges, the moments of curiosity — it was all Him, working ahead of me.
The Spark: Finding Direction in the Middle of Confusion
If there’s one thing that’s followed me consistently in my tech journey, it’s limitation.
There were times I didn’t even have a PC to practice on. And even when I did, it was either too slow, too outdated, or just not powerful enough to do the things I wanted to try. Most times, I didn’t even have anyone to learn from — no mentor, no clear direction, just trial and error and vibes.
But maybe the biggest limitation wasn’t a device or a resource — it was me.
In the early days, I didn’t really believe in tech the way I do now. I didn’t see the bigger picture. I was figuring it out on my own.
I remember thinking web design was the same as graphic design — so I went to learn graphic design first, only to realize halfway in that I had entered the wrong boat entirely. Confusion full everywhere.
And yet… I kept moving. I kept learning.
Sometimes, I didn’t even learn because I was interested. I learned because I had to. When I joined my church media team, I picked up video editing out of necessity, not passion. I just wanted to help. But funny enough, that same skill has become a major part of my content creation today.
It’s like every random piece I picked up back then has started connecting like puzzle pieces. That’s why I don’t despise anything I’m learning now — even if it feels unrelated or inconvenient. It might not make sense yet, but somehow, it usually comes full circle.
There were definitely moments I wanted to give up. The gaps, the slow progress, the frustration — it could get overwhelming. But over time, I’ve learned something:
Limitations that can’t be scaled can often be worked around.
And that mindset has shaped the way I approach tech, creativity, and even life in general.
When Faith Met Tech
To be honest, I think the sense that tech was tied to something bigger than me had always been lingering. But it didn’t really become real until I started serving on the media team in church. Even then, it wasn’t immediately clear what God was doing — it was more like small whispers I couldn’t ignore.
But the real moment came around 2021 or 2022, during a prayer meeting.
I can’t explain it fully, but I felt a leading from God — like He was raising something He specifically called a “tech army.” A generation of people using digital gifts, creativity, and technology for His purposes. And somehow, He wanted me right at the center of it.
Less than a year later, I finally yielded. I launched my podcast. And since then, the journey hasn’t been perfect… but it’s been divinely intentional. That one moment shifted everything. From then on, my faith started shaping my choices. It affected the kind of things I pursue. The paths I refused to take.
You see, before all of this, I had a scary level of knowledge about unethical stuff — things people use tech for when they want shortcuts or fast money. I was tempted, a lot. But two things stopped me:
The calling of God over my life.
My desire not to ruin the testimony He’s building with my journey.
So now, everything I do is filtered through that lens — Can this serve the kingdom? Will this glorify God? My goals changed. My focus shifted. I’m learning things today not just to be better, but to build tools, content, and systems that have eternal value.
And yes, there were doubts. I struggled- still struggling deeply with self-belief and validation. Wondering if what I carried was enough. Whether I could truly use tech for God. I used to look at others — more charismatic, more visible — and think, “God can use them, but me?”
Especially in this part of the world, if you're not on a stage, holding a mic, or moving crowds, it can feel like you’re not really useful to God. But I had to break that lie. I had to remind myself that anything — anything — can be useful to God if it’s surrendered. And I’m living proof of that.
I made a vow years ago: I will never doubt what God has said about my life again. And I haven’t looked back since.
Still Becoming
Even after all this time, I don’t feel like I’ve “arrived.”
I’m still learning. Still growing. Still figuring out what it looks like to walk faithfully with God as a techie — one step at a time. The difference now is, I’m not guessing anymore. I’m moving with conviction.
Every new thing I learn, every tool I pick up, every podcast episode or post I create — it’s no longer just about content. It’s about calling. And I’ve come to believe that as long as I stay yielded, God will keep making use of whatever I bring to the table.
So no, I didn’t start out with a master plan. I didn’t always know what I was doing. But I showed up. I obeyed. I kept pressing forward, even when it felt blurry. And somehow, God keeps using the little I have to do more than I expected.
And if you’re reading this and you’re somewhere in your own tech journey — maybe confused, maybe overlooked, maybe wondering if what you carry even matters — let me say this clearly:
Your gift is valid. Your journey is seen. Your obedience is enough.
God can use anything — even a slow PC, a random skill, or a frustrated kid who didn’t know CorelDRAW from Photoshop.
You don’t need everything figured out. You just need to yield it.
And trust me, that’s where the real spark happens.
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Ever wondered if your tech skills could actually be a gift from God — something He can use for His purpose?
You’re not alone. I’ve been there too.
That’s why I wrote this article — to share my journey and encourage yours.
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