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Why I’m still relevant, by Adeboye
As the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, clocked 84 last week, he took time to reveal some of his life secrets.
Despite his tight schedule and old age, he has continued to be active, without any sign of weakness.
But last week, he unravelled some of the mysteries surrounding his life.
In a recent devotional message titled ‘Forget and Press Forward,’ published in the RCCG daily devotional Open Heavens, the cleric shared the secret behind his enduring relevance.
“I turn 84 today, and by God’s grace, I am still doing exploits in His kingdom because I have learnt not to hang on to the past,” he said.
Adeboye emphasised that dwelling on past successes or failures can hinder spiritual growth.
Referencing biblical teachings, he encouraged believers to rely on God’s “mercies that are new every morning” and continually pursue fresh spiritual renewal.
Meanwhile, tributes have continued to pour in from Christian leaders and ministries across the world.
Koinonia Global described Adeboye as a father in faith whose ministry has refreshed nations and strengthened the global church.
“We give thanks to God for 84 impactful years marked by a life that has revived hearts and exalted the name of Jesus across the earth,” the ministry said.
Adeboye’s son, Leke Adeboye, also reflected on his father’s enduring dedication.
“Even at 84, my father still shows up daily without excuses. His dreams and vision keep him going. He remains fully submitted to God and continues to serve with joy. What a legacy,” he said.
Born in 1942, Adeboye joined RCCG in the early 1970s as an interpreter for the church’s founder, Josiah Olufemi Akindayomi.
In 1981, he succeeded him as the General Overseer.
Under his leadership, RCCG transformed from a relatively small Nigerian church into a global evangelical movement.
Today, the church operates thousands of parishes across Africa, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East.
Beyond evangelism, the church has established schools, universities, health centres, and numerous humanitarian programmes aimed at addressing social and economic challenges.