Recently, there has been a constructive dialogue among members of prominent Nigerian churches regarding the future leadership of their congregations, particularly in light of succession planning for their General Overseers.
A key figure in this discussion is Bishop David Oyedepo, the leader of the Living Faith Church, also known as Winners’ Chapel. Many church members are eager to explore how their faith communities can ensure a smooth transition and maintain their values after the passing of their leaders. …Click link to continue reading.
In a video that has been circulating widely on social media, Bishop Oyedepo passionately emphasized the importance of church members familiarizing themselves with the origins and foundational principles of their ministry.
He conveyed a vital message to his followers: that understanding the roots of the church is essential for reinforcing their commitment and support.
According to Bishop Oyedepo, the ministry was divinely entrusted to him by God and is not meant to be passed on to others.
He asserted that he received a clear mandate directly from the Almighty, making it clear that every direction the ministry takes is based on inspired messages he has received.
His words:
“God spoke to me in person. Everything till date, God spoke to me. Nobody met me here, I mean I didn’t meet anybody here. The things I say to you are the truth and nothing but the truth. And they are written down not today. Nothing here came through a group discussion. This ministry has no co-founder o!” Bishop Oyedepo said the first person to hear about the ministry’s mandate was his wife.
The video was posted on X by @AsakyGRN.
Reactions to Bishop Oyedepo’s sermon
@Ihunanya_chi said: “If you die in sin, there is no second chance, no opportunity for repentance, and no forgiveness, your judgment is final. But while you are still alive, you have the chance to turn to God. His grace is more than enough to cover your sins if you repent today.
@bobotically said:
“Same church that had made it difficult for even its own members to attend their university due to high increase in school fees? In the end religion is just the opium of the masses.”
@Royal_Citizens said:
“God didn’t tell you to buy an aircraft, if you felt it was needed so be it. Saying God told you when He didn’t is something else entirely.”
@lebastin said:
“Even the donkey Jesus Christ rode on was not his own, so God no fit tell him own begotten son to buy donkey, but he told you to buy an aircraft in the midst of poverty, na wa o, all dis god of men no wan gree o.”
@realomoyelefemi said:
“My question is this, Do you still have the Executive Council today that oversees you?”
