The Christian congregation has been this week celebrating a significant event; the 70th birthday of Bishop David Oyedepo, a revered man of faith, prayer and devotion to God’s service and world evangelism. Other voices celebrating Bishop Oyedepo included Apostle Joshua Selman, a man of God who has also impacted many through his ministry; he was full of thanksgiving, honor and respect for the lifestyle of the man of God he celebrated.
In this post, I want us to CDC into the tribute Apostle Selman has for Bishop Oyedepo; the characteristics he loves about him, the lessons he has gleaned from his life and his heart’s desire that believers across the globe will follow the example of Bishop Oyedepo and stand firm in the call of God.
Table of Contents
- Introduction to Bishop David Oyedepo
- Apostle Joshua Selman’s Journey and Connection to Bishop Oyedepo
- The Influence of Bishop Oyedepo in the Christian Community
- Apostle Selman’s Words of Respect and Honour
- Key Lessons from Bishop Oyedepo’s Life
- Encouragement for Christians to Follow Bishop Oyedepo’s Example
- The Lasting Legacy of Bishop Oyedepo’s Ministry
- Conclusion
- Who is Bishop David Oyedepo?
David Oyedepo is among the most prominent leaders of the Christian community in the modern world. By being the founder and presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church World Wide Also Known as Winners Chapel Bishop Oyedepo bring hope to many oppressed by his teachings in holy books Evangelism and Encouraging people to live a faith life. He extends across continents and continents as in the church, education, and charity organizations.
Bishop Oyedepo is a man of conviction on his words, while teaching, he always challenge everyone to step out of faith and against anything that is contrary to the word of God. Many Christian leaders have been inspired by his fearless stand for faith, discipline and service to God irrespective of region or country.
- From Apostle Joshua Selman’s Story to His Relation with Bishop Oyedepo
Popular Apostle Joshua Selman an elder of the Eternity Network International (ENI) ministry is among the many leaders who have been impacted by Bishop Oyedepo’s empire. Having been up close and personal with Apostle Selman he has immerse love and passion for God which has seen him devote his entire outlook on life to see that the world is changed and that the believers have a personal relationship with God.
In years of his ministry, Apostle Selman has talked how spiritual mentors and fathers influenced his life. He often publicly commended Bishop Oyedepo as one of the individuals whose teachings and examples influenced what he believed, endurance, and call to a Supported Missionary. Apostle Selman celebrated Bishop Oyedepo on his 70th birthday and used the occasion to publicly recognize the spiritual father and their relationship.
- Bishop Oyedepo as an American Imam in the Christian community
Oyedepo’s impact has cut across millions of people across the Christian denominational divides. By preaching the gospel of faith, prosperity, and commitment to God’s course, he has encouraged people to fully commit to their faith and leave with confidence in the Word of God to provide, protect, and sustain His promises. The ministry has also acclaimed commitment where people are urged to work and aspire for the best within and outside the spiritual realm.
In my view there can be no question of the Bishop’s dedication to education, especially through Covenant University and Landmark University, reflects this man ‘s vision of people- making, that is, education that touches the totality of man – spiritual, mental, and social. Also, his many charitable contribution have helped to improve the lives of many people and enhance communities besides the work he has done in churches.
- Words of Respect and Honour from Apostle Selman
To pay tribute to Oyedepo during his message on the Bishop, Apostle Selman demonstrated his high esteem to Oyedepo’s life and his footsteps. The things he said included commitment to ministry, passion for evangelism, and doing things his own way in the gospel according to Oyedepo. As far as Apostle Selman described Bishop Oyedepo as his friend, profound teacher and spiritual father, his life represents humility, wisdom and faith.
Apostle Selman said that the Bishop has been consistent over the years and that there is nobody in the world like him. He indicated that Oyedepo’s ministry has been faithfulness and sterling example in the aspect of having faith in what one is called to do irrespective of the circumstance. Apostle Selman went further to say that it was Bishop Oyedepo courage and confidence God’s word whenever he started such ministry; Bishop Oyedepo should be describe as a general of the faith.
- Important Factors to Learn from the Bishop Oyedepo’s Life
Apostle Selman drew attention to several lessons believers can learn from Bishop Oyedepo’s life and ministry:
a) An Anchor in the Bible
Over the years, Bishop Oyedepo has often encouraged his congregation to put their faith squarely on the scripture as the revealed truth. This belief in the Lord no matter what has stayed many people if not all when times are not best.
b) Great Commission commitment
Indeed Bishop Oyedepo’s life is a living testimony to his commitment to the Great Commission. That he laid much emphasis on soul-winning, beginning Churches, and making disciples can be attributed to his love for the King and his commitment to obey the Great Commission to go into the world and make Disciples out of nations.
c) Education for Power of Others
The kind of true ministry that Bishop Oyedepo has been carrying out include establishing universities and supporting education. He holds as faith that any rounded person should be capable of transforming the society for the better and he calls on believers to be socially productive through acquiring knowledge and excellent performance.
d) Sacrifice and Discipline
The ministry of Bishop Oyedepo has not only grown as a result of faith but discipline and sacrifice that has been embraced in the ministry. As Apostle Selman pointed out this is an encouragement to young ministers to run after God’s work to embrace discipline as a virtue in the ministry.
Signature Legacy of Love and Generosity
Another aspect of his blessed legacy is the philanthropic attitude and generosity towards the unfortunate in the society as observed when Bishop Oyedepo goes out of his way to build houses for the socially unfit all in a bid to try and ease their suffering. He has demonstrated that love ought to be the principle walks of every believer; his numerous charitable ventures keep on touching lives and inspiring hope.
- A Call for Christians to Emulate Bishop Oyedepo
This moving message of Apostle Selman was not just a tribute of honor but a wake call to every believer to introspect and try to learn from the journey that God has established through Bishop Oyedepo. Like Bishop Oyedepo did, Apostle Selman called for believers to have a purposeful, faithful, and a strong life. He pointed out to the believers to remain steadfast as per the happenings of the world but should not lose focus of what legacy they wish to create in advance to glorify God.
- The Everend Impact of Bishop David Oyedepo’s Ministry
Thus, as Bishop Oyedepo takes his 70th birthday anniversary today, the world has changed to testify to his enormous contribution to reshaping the world through his golden anvil.New Pope Calls for Unity It is more the Apostolic impact of his teachings that make them continue to shape the generations of pastors, leaders, and believers globally. The institutions he has founded, the people he has changed and the eternal truths he has shared and preached are clear and powerful evidence of a life committed to servant hood of God.
Amen for bishop Oyedepo may your Ministry take root and experienced increase into generations to come. His example teaches everyone to have faith in God no matter how hard the situation is, little actions can change the world.
- Conclusion
During his tribute, Apostle Joshua Selman used the occasion to personally reveal the impact which Bishop David Oyedepo has made in his own life and ministry. He remembered him as fearless, devoted, committed and a faithful servant in the Lord’s vineyard and that made him a model of encouragement for many Christians. The life and success story of Bishop Oyedepo is a classic message of faith and an example worth emulating for a life well lived in accordance with God’s will.
As people across the globe learn from Apostle Selman, may they be encouraged to lead lives that hold onto their faith, have direction and be faithful servants to God, as Bishop Oyedepo has been. Through the testimony of his life and his remarkable work, he-existing proof of how one whose life is devoted to God can change the world and bring spiritual nourishment to millions of people and auditoriums throughout the world.