More congratulatory messages are still rushing in from the social media handles of prominent Nigerians as the President of Living Faith Church aka Winners Chapel Bishop David Oyedepo marks his 70th birthday today, September 27, 2024.
One of the goodwill messages emanated from former President of Nigeria, Mr Goodluck Jonathan.
Taking to X, the former president who was unavoidably absent at the church service in Ota, Ogun State, wrote, “Dear Bishop Oyedepo,
I am excited to join your family and the Living Faith Church,our
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, the Christian community in Nigeria and many others around the world to celebrate you on your 70th birthday.
You are a blessing to the body of Christ particularly in Nigeria.
As a Christian leader, your transformational teachings of the word of faith and works of charity over the years, have positively impacted the lives and destinies of many of your parishioners and others across the world.
You have shaped the future of many young ones in our country through your passion for education by investing in quality and knowledge-based educational projects such as the Kingdom Heritage Schools, Faith Academy, the Covenant and Landmark Universities.
Let me also use this unique opportunity to appreciate you for all the prayers and encouragement extended to me while serving this country as President.
As you celebrate, let me commend you for your life of integrity, honesty, faith and sound Christian doctrines.
You have been a true disciple of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, serving as a light to the world, a foremost voice of truth, and an advocate of peace and good governance.
I am pleased that you are celebrating your platinum jubilee this year in good health and boundless testimonies of God’s grace and blessing to you and many around you.
I pray that this only marks the beginning of God’s ultimate plan for you as His vessel of honour.
May the promises and blessings of Christ continue to abound in you and those around you. I wish you more years of success. Congratulations and Happy Birthday, our dear Bishop.
-GEJ
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Also sending goodwill messages to Oyedepo was former Senate President, Senator Bukola Saraki.
He wrote, “At 70, Bishop David Oyedepo is a leader who has reshaped the landscape of faith in ways that few could have imagined.
As he celebrates this significant milestone, one can’t help but wonder: What’s next for a man who has already achieved so much and touched so many lives on a global scale?
Whatever it is, I pray that the Almighty continues to guide him and give him good health and strength.
Happy Birthday, Sir!
In the same vein Governor Duoye Diri Of Bayelsa State, posted on X:
“70 Hearty Cheers To Papa Oyedepo!
On behalf of the Government and people of Bayelsa State, I warmly felicitate you, Bishop David Oyedepo, on the occasion of your 70th birthday.
Your life’s journey is that of total commitment and dedication to God and to the service of humanity.
As the founder of Living Faith Church, we celebrate your impressive accomplishments and your commitment to raising great men and women in different fields of endeavour.
On this special birthday, we pray that God continues to bless you with strength and wisdom in good health.
May your legacy continue to inspire generations to come.
Happy 70th birthday Bishop David Olaniyi Oyedepo!