₦airaland Forum

it is a funy stuff,because l can't believe it.the TB JOSHUA l know is a different person entirely,he preach the gospel of truth and show the world God is still today, now and forever through EMMANUEL TV,don't be supprise to hear this from me because l have watched him live,for my own advice as a christian you need to change your confession.

EMMMANUEL!!!!!

2 GOALS IN 2 MINUTES!!!!

o my God!

EMMANUEL!!!!!!!!

3 seconds on the field and GOOOOAAAAALLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wow! Great game so far!! The players are doing an excellent job of representing naija!! I was just hoping to see more of number 14 - Emmanuel. His shot last game against Argentina was tooo professional - miss or no miss. Hoped to see more of that this game. Go Eaglets!

God is not a man that you can force, bribe or blackmail. He speaks as He wills. True, He is speaking through TB Joshua - that is a fact that no one can dispute. But you cannot force TB Joshua to speak the mind of God. God gives the Spirit as He wills. If He chooses to speak at this time on this event for you to hear, He will. If He chooses not to, there is nothing man can do. But always remember, God speaks so that we may come to know Him as a Saviour, a Redeemer, a Friend. He is not a showman. He is here to save our souls. We listen eagerly for His voice. If TB Joshua reveals a prophecy God has given him for this game, then we will give glory to God.

NIGERIA 2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ARGENTINA 1!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

THANK GOD FOR EMMANUEL! Without that sweet penalty goal ---- I'm afraid to imagine!

I heard he's from TB Joshua - true - GOD IS WITH US!!!!!!!!!!!

NIGERIA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My bets are on,

Thursday, August 13, 2009
Accuser of The Brethren - Christian Witchcraft

by Pastor K.D. James

This report is about the maliciously unjust, envious and unbiblical manner in which the most prominent Church leaders in Lagos, Nigeria – Africa are failing in their sacred responsibilities. Later in this article I will call out names of individuals and specify how their lack of Christian integrity is bringing tremendous shame to the Name of Jesus Christ and his church.

For us Westerners in the USA and Canada, I strongly encourage you to familiarize yourself with the customs, spiritual beliefs and traditions of the people in this region. You will gain a deeper appreciation for Nigerian paradigms.

THE ACCUSER AGAINST THE BRETHREN

Since February of 2008, leading newspapers throughout Nigeria have reported on the ‘alleged’ , moral failures and supposed criminal activities to include rape, sodomy and murder, all purported to have been committed by one T.B. Joshua, the General Overseer of the Synagogue Church of All Nations in Lagos, Nigeria.

Two individuals in particular, a Theresa Bisola Johnson a former church aid and Mr. Paul Agomoh a former associate minister under T.B. Joshua produced a video entitled, “Deception of the Age” (i.e. “Rise of a Nigerian Anti-christ”.

This video is being sold for $40.00 in some of the largest churches in the region. They assert that their goal is strictly to expose T.B. Joshua as a false prophet, a charlatan and perpetrator of atrocious crimes.

Specific Accusations

In the video Bisola Johnson described how she and others endured horrific psychological abuse and cult-like brainwashing. She claims to have been victim of sodomy and her video co-star Mr. Paul Agomoh claims to have personally witnessed sexual orgies, molestation of under age children, staged or fake miracles, and other sins, deceptive practices and criminal conduct.

The video entitled, 'Deception of the Ages' was take to well known Pastor Ladi Peters Thompson of Living Waters Unlimited Church, Lagos. He is the the individual who first contacted mainstream media and broke the story.

Can You Explain 'Due Process'?

Let's assume that Pastor Ladi Peters Thompson was pure in his motives when he contacted major newspapers with the allegations. Keep in mind that any 'reasonable adult of sound moral conscience' who views the content of that video would have no reason to doubt the integrity of the victims.

If those allegations are in fact true, a pastor and all mature Christians have a sacred responsibility. Scripture outlines a process that must be followed to effectively deal with matters of this sort.

1. II Corinthians 13:1, the church is commanded not to receive an accusation against a man of God unless it is confirmed by two or more eye-witnesses of sound moral character.
2. Matthew 18:15-17, “Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. 16) But if he will not hear thee, then take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established. 17) And if he shall neglect to hear them, tell it unto the church: but if he neglect to hear the church, let him be unto thee as an heathen man and a publican.”

By adhering to instructions presented in the Word of God all persons, whether guilty, not guilty and innocent victims can have their privacy and human dignity protected. Moreover, if we follow these steps we can determine whether or not the allegations made are true or fabricated.

As Christians we must never forget that our sacred responsibility and life calling is to help all men, even the most wicked of criminals discover the reality of deliverance from sinful habits, forgiveness and peace with Jesus Christ and the power of His Holy Spirit. If we approach conflicts and strife in the house of God with this mindset God is free to work through us in order to effect confession of sin, repentance and restoration. If we abandon this process - souls will remain lost in sin, condemnation and shame.

We can never allow personal opinion, rumor or superstition distract us from our sacred calling which is to save the lost. All that we have just explained should not be 'new information' to experienced Pastors and members of clergy. However, if we explore how this case was handled we discover some very disturbing facts:


*At no time has Pastor Peters Thompson make contact or even attempt to make contact with T.B. Joshua to inquire as to the truthfulness of the video content. (A direct violation of scripture)
* As of this date (August 13, 2009), Peter Thompson insists that he will not dialogue with T.B. Joshua. Not by telephone, face-to-face or byb any other medium. (Wilful disobedience against the Word of God).
* Pastor Peters Thompson states adamently that he will not review evidence that could clear T.B. Joshua of the allegations, and has determined that if any such evidence exists it must be fabricated evidence.

The main point of this article is about something called - due process. The process in which Church leaders are to handle this kind of issue has not been followed.


FALSE WITNESSES EXPOSED

The integrity of the two so-called ‘witnesses’ against T.B. Joshua is questionable to say the least. There is sufficient evidence to prove conclusively that they have lied on T.B. Joshua. Let's explore the evidence.

* In 'Deception of the Ages - Part 4', Mr. Paul Agomoh boldly asserted that he purchased wheelchairs, even a specific wheelchair that according to Agomoah, was used to fake the healing of one Maxwell Ijeh. (Forward to frame 5:20 sec.) Agomoh describes how Maxwell was manipulated and made to sit in and pose as a crippled man.

Fact: Mr. Maxwell Ijeh and his wife have come forward to testify on record that Agomoh's story is fabricated and untrue. Maxwell Ijeh says the wheelchair was his own personal property. Maxwell Ijeh further states that he was genuinely healed nine years ago after receiving prayer at T.B. Joshua's church. He also states that Jesus Christ alone is his healer, not a man. Maxwell Ijeh states that his wheelchair was not purchased by Paul Agomoh as alleged in the video.

* Pastor Paul Agomoh alleged that Westerners were duped and manipulated into believing that T.B. Joshua had a 'healing anointing' on his life, when according to Agomoh the healings were fake and staged.

Fact: Jaco van der Westhuzen, a superstar rugby player from South Africa sought out prayer from T.B. Joshua due to a career threatening leg injury. Immediately after prayer, Jaco was filmed removing his leg brace and proceeded to leap and run without any pain or limitations. He returned to his rugby team and to this day, continues his sports career. Upon returning to South Africa, Jaco van der Westhuzen completed a medical evaluation. This video footage shows Jaco's doctor who standing by his side celebrating that something amazing did occur in the healing of this professional athlete. (Forward to frame 3.35 sec).

Fact: A delegation of clergy from the USA and Canada visited the Synagogue Church of All Nations to not only observe first-hand T.B. Joshua preach and pray for the sick. Among these delegation were Bishop Joseph Garlington of Philadelphia-USA, Pastor John Arnott of Toronto, Canada, Missionaries Rolland and Heidi Baker of Iris Ministries.

They conducted interviews with individuals whom T.B. Joshua prayed for and thereafter claimed were healed. Here is the video footage of their findings. The evidence is clear. People were in fact healed after prayer. According to their testimony, it was not T.B. Joshua who healed them, but the power of the Holy Spirit through faith in the name of Jesus Christ.

These new facts underscore the importance of why we must obey scripture and hear both sides of the story. This sacred responsibility can not be ignored or forsaken. The female in the video, one Theresa Bisola Johnson who claimed that T.B. Joshua sexually abused her is untrustworth to say the least. Listen and watch the following video:

* In this video footage we hear Bisola Johnson confession from her own mouth that she is an ‘emere’ (witch) on assignment to destroy the ministry of T.B. Joshua.

No Brother's Keeper

Failure to obey the Word of God is simply rebellion and disobedience. To bear false witness against a innocent brother or sister in Christ is to avail oneself to become an agent of demonic forces. In my next report I will cover the allegations made by one; Pastor Chris Okotie of Household of God Church in Oregun-Lagos.

* He alleges that T.B. Joshua has the spiritual ability to vacate his physical body at night and manifest himself in the home of his church parishioners or his enemies.
* According to Pastor Chris Okotie, T.B. Joshua did in fact can appear as a 'familiar spirit' in his home using such spiritual powers. (Source: Christian Online Magazine)
* Pastor Chris Okotie alleges that he has reason to believe that T.B. Joshua is a practitioner of 'docetic gnosticism'. He says that this is the source of T.B. Joshua's demonic spiritual powers.

Fact: Docetic Gnosticism is a belief held by ancient Greeks of 70A.D. to 100 A.D. It taught that Jesus Christ was not physically raised from the dead, but was an illusion. (Source; Wikipedia Encyclopedia) Docetism died out in approximately 1,000 A.D. It has nothing to do with occultism, spiritual or mystical arts.

Pastor Chris Okotie is obviously a poor student of Gnosticism and bible history. Should we even waste time entertaining his allegations that T.B. Joshua has the power to leave his body at night and appear in a physical form as a Familiar Spirit? I don't buy that fabricated story for one moment.

There is no evidence whatsoever to prove that allegation. It is based on superstition, myth and folklore. I am compelled to believe that Chris Okotie has other motives for coming against T.B. Joshua. This investigation will certainly be continued. By the way, I paid a visit to Mr. Okotie's church website - http://www.householdofgodchurch.com/childrenschurch/. He sure looks very sharp in that wonderful suit, but the name of Jesus Christ is not even featured on his website. There is not a one sentence on the saving grace and love of Christ anywhere to be found. Can a reader please encourage this man to get his priorities and message in order?

Late this year Pastor Okotie, a divorced pastor has remarried a widow. He has accused Pastor Christ Oyakhilome of Christ Embassy Ministries to have received his powers to heal the sick from T.B. Joshua. Yet, we all know that Pastor Oyakhilome has been praying for the sick long before T.B. Joshua's rise to fame.

The umbrella body of Pentecostals has banned miracle crusades from being telecast on Nigerian T.V. Not only is the move in direct opposition to the work of the Holy Spirit, it is a statement to the whole world. It is an announcement to the world that 'Pentecostals', do not have the Spirit and power of Pentecost as our name suggests. The Spirit that raised Jesus Christ from the dead, delivered the oppressed from demonic powers and healed the sick - is not present.

My advise to all Nigeria Pentecostals is to pray for your church leaders, pray for a mighty revival of God's power to invade your beloved country and then, STAND UP for truth, fairness, and Godly integrity.

Posted by Pastor K.D. James at 1:52 PM
3 comments:

Pastor K.D. James said,

I sent this letter out to Pastor Chris Okotie but to this date I have not received a response. I will resend it for another week or two and also follow up with telephone calls. Just as our Lord is patience and long suffering, I am too. It is not my desire to smear the name of Chris Okotie, but to get at the truth. He is being given fair and reasonable opportunities to reply.

Thursday, August 13, 2009
Accuser of The Brethren - Christian Witchcraft

by Pastor K.D. James

This report is about the maliciously unjust, envious and unbiblical manner in which the most prominent Church leaders in Lagos, Nigeria – Africa are failing in their sacred responsibilities. Later in this article I will call out names of individuals and specify how their lack of Christian integrity is bringing tremendous shame to the Name of Jesus Christ and his church.

For us Westerners in the USA and Canada, I strongly encourage you to familiarize yourself with the customs, spiritual beliefs and traditions of the people in this region. You will gain a deeper appreciation for Nigerian paradigms.

THE ACCUSER AGAINST THE BRETHREN

Since February of 2008, leading newspapers throughout Nigeria have reported on the ‘alleged’ , moral failures and supposed criminal activities to include rape, sodomy and murder, all purported to have been committed by one T.B. Joshua, the General Overseer of the Synagogue Church of All Nations in Lagos, Nigeria.

Two individuals in particular, a Theresa Bisola Johnson a former church aid and Mr. Paul Agomoh a former associate minister under T.B. Joshua produced a video entitled, “Deception of the Age” (i.e. “Rise of a Nigerian Anti-christ”.

This video is being sold for $40.00 in some of the largest churches in the region. They assert that their goal is strictly to expose T.B. Joshua as a false prophet, a charlatan and perpetrator of atrocious crimes.

Specific Accusations

In the video Bisola Johnson described how she and others endured horrific psychological abuse and cult-like brainwashing. She claims to have been victim of sodomy and her video co-star Mr. Paul Agomoh claims to have personally witnessed sexual orgies, molestation of under age children, staged or fake miracles, and other sins, deceptive practices and criminal conduct.

The video entitled, 'Deception of the Ages' was take to well known Pastor Ladi Peters Thompson of Living Waters Unlimited Church, Lagos. He is the the individual who first contacted mainstream media and broke the story.

Can You Explain 'Due Process'?

Let's assume that Pastor Ladi Peters Thompson was pure in his motives when he contacted major newspapers with the allegations. Keep in mind that any 'reasonable adult of sound moral conscience' who views the content of that video would have no reason to doubt the integrity of the victims.

If those allegations are in fact true, a pastor and all mature Christians have a sacred responsibility. Scripture outlines a process that must be followed to effectively deal with matters of this sort.

1. II Corinthians 13:1, the church is commanded not to receive an accusation against a man of God unless it is confirmed by two or more eye-witnesses of sound moral character.
2. Matthew 18:15-17, “Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. 16) But if he will not hear thee, then take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established. 17) And if he shall neglect to hear them, tell it unto the church: but if he neglect to hear the church, let him be unto thee as an heathen man and a publican.”

By adhering to instructions presented in the Word of God all persons, whether guilty, not guilty and innocent victims can have their privacy and human dignity protected. Moreover, if we follow these steps we can determine whether or not the allegations made are true or fabricated.

As Christians we must never forget that our sacred responsibility and life calling is to help all men, even the most wicked of criminals discover the reality of deliverance from sinful habits, forgiveness and peace with Jesus Christ and the power of His Holy Spirit. If we approach conflicts and strife in the house of God with this mindset God is free to work through us in order to effect confession of sin, repentance and restoration. If we abandon this process - souls will remain lost in sin, condemnation and shame.

We can never allow personal opinion, rumor or superstition distract us from our sacred calling which is to save the lost. All that we have just explained should not be 'new information' to experienced Pastors and members of clergy. However, if we explore how this case was handled we discover some very disturbing facts:


*At no time has Pastor Peters Thompson make contact or even attempt to make contact with T.B. Joshua to inquire as to the truthfulness of the video content. (A direct violation of scripture)
* As of this date (August 13, 2009), Peter Thompson insists that he will not dialogue with T.B. Joshua. Not by telephone, face-to-face or byb any other medium. (Wilful disobedience against the Word of God).
* Pastor Peters Thompson states adamently that he will not review evidence that could clear T.B. Joshua of the allegations, and has determined that if any such evidence exists it must be fabricated evidence.

The main point of this article is about something called - due process. The process in which Church leaders are to handle this kind of issue has not been followed.


FALSE WITNESSES EXPOSED

The integrity of the two so-called ‘witnesses’ against T.B. Joshua is questionable to say the least. There is sufficient evidence to prove conclusively that they have lied on T.B. Joshua. Let's explore the evidence.

* In 'Deception of the Ages - Part 4', Mr. Paul Agomoh boldly asserted that he purchased wheelchairs, even a specific wheelchair that according to Agomoah, was used to fake the healing of one Maxwell Ijeh. (Forward to frame 5:20 sec.) Agomoh describes how Maxwell was manipulated and made to sit in and pose as a crippled man.

Fact: Mr. Maxwell Ijeh and his wife have come forward to testify on record that Agomoh's story is fabricated and untrue. Maxwell Ijeh says the wheelchair was his own personal property. Maxwell Ijeh further states that he was genuinely healed nine years ago after receiving prayer at T.B. Joshua's church. He also states that Jesus Christ alone is his healer, not a man. Maxwell Ijeh states that his wheelchair was not purchased by Paul Agomoh as alleged in the video.

* Pastor Paul Agomoh alleged that Westerners were duped and manipulated into believing that T.B. Joshua had a 'healing anointing' on his life, when according to Agomoh the healings were fake and staged.

Fact: Jaco van der Westhuzen, a superstar rugby player from South Africa sought out prayer from T.B. Joshua due to a career threatening leg injury. Immediately after prayer, Jaco was filmed removing his leg brace and proceeded to leap and run without any pain or limitations. He returned to his rugby team and to this day, continues his sports career. Upon returning to South Africa, Jaco van der Westhuzen completed a medical evaluation. This video footage shows Jaco's doctor who standing by his side celebrating that something amazing did occur in the healing of this professional athlete. (Forward to frame 3.35 sec).

Fact: A delegation of clergy from the USA and Canada visited the Synagogue Church of All Nations to not only observe first-hand T.B. Joshua preach and pray for the sick. Among these delegation were Bishop Joseph Garlington of Philadelphia-USA, Pastor John Arnott of Toronto, Canada, Missionaries Rolland and Heidi Baker of Iris Ministries.

They conducted interviews with individuals whom T.B. Joshua prayed for and thereafter claimed were healed. Here is the video footage of their findings. The evidence is clear. People were in fact healed after prayer. According to their testimony, it was not T.B. Joshua who healed them, but the power of the Holy Spirit through faith in the name of Jesus Christ.

These new facts underscore the importance of why we must obey scripture and hear both sides of the story. This sacred responsibility can not be ignored or forsaken. The female in the video, one Theresa Bisola Johnson who claimed that T.B. Joshua sexually abused her is untrustworth to say the least. Listen and watch the following video:

* In this video footage we hear Bisola Johnson confession from her own mouth that she is an ‘emere’ (witch) on assignment to destroy the ministry of T.B. Joshua.

No Brother's Keeper

Failure to obey the Word of God is simply rebellion and disobedience. To bear false witness against a innocent brother or sister in Christ is to avail oneself to become an agent of demonic forces. In my next report I will cover the allegations made by one; Pastor Chris Okotie of Household of God Church in Oregun-Lagos.

* He alleges that T.B. Joshua has the spiritual ability to vacate his physical body at night and manifest himself in the home of his church parishioners or his enemies.
* According to Pastor Chris Okotie, T.B. Joshua did in fact can appear as a 'familiar spirit' in his home using such spiritual powers. (Source: Christian Online Magazine)
* Pastor Chris Okotie alleges that he has reason to believe that T.B. Joshua is a practitioner of 'docetic gnosticism'. He says that this is the source of T.B. Joshua's demonic spiritual powers.

Fact: Docetic Gnosticism is a belief held by ancient Greeks of 70A.D. to 100 A.D. It taught that Jesus Christ was not physically raised from the dead, but was an illusion. (Source; Wikipedia Encyclopedia) Docetism died out in approximately 1,000 A.D. It has nothing to do with occultism, spiritual or mystical arts.

Pastor Chris Okotie is obviously a poor student of Gnosticism and bible history. Should we even waste time entertaining his allegations that T.B. Joshua has the power to leave his body at night and appear in a physical form as a Familiar Spirit? I don't buy that fabricated story for one moment.

There is no evidence whatsoever to prove that allegation. It is based on superstition, myth and folklore. I am compelled to believe that Chris Okotie has other motives for coming against T.B. Joshua. This investigation will certainly be continued. By the way, I paid a visit to Mr. Okotie's church website - http://www.householdofgodchurch.com/childrenschurch/. He sure looks very sharp in that wonderful suit, but the name of Jesus Christ is not even featured on his website. There is not a one sentence on the saving grace and love of Christ anywhere to be found. Can a reader please encourage this man to get his priorities and message in order?

Late this year Pastor Okotie, a divorced pastor has remarried a widow. He has accused Pastor Christ Oyakhilome of Christ Embassy Ministries to have received his powers to heal the sick from T.B. Joshua. Yet, we all know that Pastor Oyakhilome has been praying for the sick long before T.B. Joshua's rise to fame.

The umbrella body of Pentecostals has banned miracle crusades from being telecast on Nigerian T.V. Not only is the move in direct opposition to the work of the Holy Spirit, it is a statement to the whole world. It is an announcement to the world that 'Pentecostals', do not have the Spirit and power of Pentecost as our name suggests. The Spirit that raised Jesus Christ from the dead, delivered the oppressed from demonic powers and healed the sick - is not present.

My advise to all Nigeria Pentecostals is to pray for your church leaders, pray for a mighty revival of God's power to invade your beloved country and then, STAND UP for truth, fairness, and Godly integrity.

Posted by Pastor K.D. James at 1:52 PM
3 comments:

Pastor K.D. James said,

I sent this letter out to Pastor Chris Okotie but to this date I have not received a response. I will resend it for another week or two and also follow up with telephone calls. Just as our Lord is patience and long suffering, I am too. It is not my desire to smear the name of Chris Okotie, but to get at the truth. He is being given fair and reasonable opportunities to reply.

Thursday, August 13, 2009
Accuser of The Brethren - Christian Witchcraft

by Pastor K.D. James

This report is about the maliciously unjust, envious and unbiblical manner in which the most prominent Church leaders in Lagos, Nigeria – Africa are failing in their sacred responsibilities. Later in this article I will call out names of individuals [/b]and specify how their lack of Christian integrity is bringing tremendous shame to the Name of Jesus Christ and his church.

For us Westerners in the USA and Canada, I strongly encourage you to familiarize yourself with the customs, spiritual beliefs and traditions of the people in this region. You will gain a deeper appreciation for Nigerian paradigms.

[b]THE ACCUSER AGAINST THE BRETHREN

Since February of 2008, leading newspapers throughout Nigeria have reported on the ‘alleged’ , moral failures and supposed criminal activities to include rape, sodomy and murder, all purported to have been committed by one T.B. Joshua, the General Overseer of the Synagogue Church of All Nations in Lagos, Nigeria.

Two individuals in particular, a Theresa Bisola Johnson a former church aid and Mr. Paul Agomoh a former associate minister under T.B. Joshua produced a video entitled, “Deception of the Age” (i.e. “Rise of a Nigerian Anti-christ”.

This video is being sold for $40.00 in some of the largest churches in the region. [/b]They assert that their goal is strictly to expose T.B. Joshua as a false prophet, a charlatan and perpetrator of atrocious crimes.
[b]
Specific Accusations

In the video Bisola Johnson described how she and others endured horrific psychological abuse and cult-like brainwashing. She claims to have been victim of sodomy and her video co-star Mr. Paul Agomoh claims to have personally witnessed sexual orgies, molestation of under age children, staged or fake miracles, and other sins, deceptive practices and criminal conduct.

The video entitled, 'Deception of the Ages' was take to well known Pastor Ladi Peters Thompson of Living Waters Unlimited Church, Lagos. He is the the individual who first contacted mainstream media and broke the story.

Can You Explain 'Due Process'?

Let's assume that Pastor Ladi Peters Thompson was pure in his motives when he contacted major newspapers with the allegations. Keep in mind that any 'reasonable adult of sound moral conscience' who views the content of that video would have no reason to doubt the integrity of the victims.

If those allegations are in fact true, a pastor and all mature Christians have a sacred responsibility. Scripture outlines a process that must be followed to effectively deal with matters of this sort.

1. II Corinthians 13:1, the church is commanded not to receive an accusation against a man of God unless it is confirmed by two or more eye-witnesses of sound moral character.
2. Matthew 18:15-17, “Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. 16) But if he will not hear thee, then take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established. 17) And if he shall neglect to hear them, tell it unto the church: but if he neglect to hear the church, let him be unto thee as an heathen man and a publican.”

By adhering to instructions presented in the Word of God all persons, whether guilty, not guilty and innocent victims can have their privacy and human dignity protected. Moreover, if we follow these steps we can determine whether or not the allegations made are true or fabricated.

As Christians we must never forget that our sacred responsibility and life calling is to help all men, even the most wicked of criminals discover the reality of deliverance from sinful habits, forgiveness and peace with Jesus Christ and the power of His Holy Spirit. If we approach conflicts and strife in the house of God with this mindset God is free to work through us in order to effect confession of sin, repentance and restoration. If we abandon this process - souls will remain lost in sin, condemnation and shame.

We can never allow personal opinion, rumor or superstition distract us from our sacred calling which is to save the lost. All that we have just explained should not be 'new information' to experienced Pastors and members of clergy. However, if we explore how this case was handled we discover some very disturbing facts:


*At no time has Pastor Peters Thompson make contact or even attempt to make contact with T.B. Joshua to inquire as to the truthfulness of the video content. (A direct violation of scripture)
* As of this date (August 13, 2009), Peter Thompson insists that he will not dialogue with T.B. Joshua. Not by telephone, face-to-face or byb any other medium. (Wilful disobedience against the Word of God).
* Pastor Peters Thompson states adamently that he will not review evidence that could clear T.B. Joshua of the allegations, and has determined that if any such evidence exists it must be fabricated evidence.

The main point of this article is about something called - due process. The process in which Church leaders are to handle this kind of issue has not been followed.


FALSE WITNESSES EXPOSED

The integrity of the two so-called ‘witnesses’ against T.B. Joshua is questionable to say the least. There is sufficient evidence to prove conclusively that they have lied on T.B. Joshua. Let's explore the evidence.

* In 'Deception of the Ages - Part 4', Mr. Paul Agomoh boldly asserted that he purchased wheelchairs, even a specific wheelchair that according to Agomoah, was used to fake the healing of one Maxwell Ijeh. (Forward to frame 5:20 sec.) Agomoh describes how Maxwell was manipulated and made to sit in and pose as a crippled man.

Fact: Mr. Maxwell Ijeh and his wife have come forward to testify on record that Agomoh's story is fabricated and untrue. Maxwell Ijeh says the wheelchair was his own personal property. Maxwell Ijeh further states that he was genuinely healed nine years ago after receiving prayer at T.B. Joshua's church. He also states that Jesus Christ alone is his healer, not a man. Maxwell Ijeh states that his wheelchair was not purchased by Paul Agomoh as alleged in the video.

* Pastor Paul Agomoh alleged that Westerners were duped and manipulated into believing that T.B. Joshua had a 'healing anointing' on his life, when according to Agomoh the healings were fake and staged.

Fact: Jaco van der Westhuzen, a superstar rugby player from South Africa sought out prayer from T.B. Joshua due to a career threatening leg injury. Immediately after prayer, Jaco was filmed removing his leg brace and proceeded to leap and run without any pain or limitations. He returned to his rugby team and to this day, continues his sports career. Upon returning to South Africa, Jaco van der Westhuzen completed a medical evaluation. This video footage shows Jaco's doctor who standing by his side celebrating that something amazing did occur in the healing of this professional athlete. (Forward to frame 3.35 sec).

Fact: A delegation of clergy from the USA and Canada visited the Synagogue Church of All Nations to not only observe first-hand T.B. Joshua preach and pray for the sick. Among these delegation were Bishop Joseph Garlington of Philadelphia-USA, Pastor John Arnott of Toronto, Canada, Missionaries Rolland and Heidi Baker of Iris Ministries.

They conducted interviews with individuals whom T.B. Joshua prayed for and thereafter claimed were healed. Here is the video footage of their findings. The evidence is clear. People were in fact healed after prayer. According to their testimony, it was not T.B. Joshua who healed them, but the power of the Holy Spirit through faith in the name of Jesus Christ.

These new facts underscore the importance of why we must obey scripture and hear both sides of the story. This sacred responsibility can not be ignored or forsaken. The female in the video, one Theresa Bisola Johnson who claimed that T.B. Joshua sexually abused her is untrustworth to say the least. Listen and watch the following video:

* In this video footage we hear Bisola Johnson confession from her own mouth that she is an ‘emere’ (witch) on assignment to destroy the ministry of T.B. Joshua.

No Brother's Keeper

Failure to obey the Word of God is simply rebellion and disobedience. To bear false witness against a innocent brother or sister in Christ is to avail oneself to become an agent of demonic forces. In my next report I will cover the allegations made by one; Pastor Chris Okotie of Household of God Church in Oregun-Lagos.

* He alleges that T.B. Joshua has the spiritual ability to vacate his physical body at night and manifest himself in the home of his church parishioners or his enemies.
* According to Pastor Chris Okotie, T.B. Joshua did in fact can appear as a 'familiar spirit' in his home using such spiritual powers. (Source: Christian Online Magazine)
* Pastor Chris Okotie alleges that he has reason to believe that T.B. Joshua is a practitioner of 'docetic gnosticism'. He says that this is the source of T.B. Joshua's demonic spiritual powers.

Fact: Docetic Gnosticism is a belief held by ancient Greeks of 70A.D. to 100 A.D. It taught that Jesus Christ was not physically raised from the dead, but was an illusion. (Source; Wikipedia Encyclopedia) Docetism died out in approximately 1,000 A.D. It has nothing to do with occultism, spiritual or mystical arts.

Pastor Chris Okotie is obviously a poor student of Gnosticism and bible history. Should we even waste time entertaining his allegations that T.B. Joshua has the power to leave his body at night and appear in a physical form as a Familiar Spirit? I don't buy that fabricated story for one moment.

There is no evidence whatsoever to prove that allegation. It is based on superstition, myth and folklore. I am compelled to believe that Chris Okotie has other motives for coming against T.B. Joshua. This investigation will certainly be continued. By the way, I paid a visit to Mr. Okotie's church website - http://www.householdofgodchurch.com/childrenschurch/. He sure looks very sharp in that wonderful suit, but the name of Jesus Christ is not even featured on his website. There is not a one sentence on the saving grace and love of Christ anywhere to be found. Can a reader please encourage this man to get his priorities and message in order?

Late this year Pastor Okotie, a divorced pastor has remarried a widow. He has accused Pastor Christ Oyakhilome of Christ Embassy Ministries to have received his powers to heal the sick from T.B. Joshua. Yet, we all know that Pastor Oyakhilome has been praying for the sick long before T.B. Joshua's rise to fame.

The umbrella body of Pentecostals has banned miracle crusades from being telecast on Nigerian T.V. Not only is the move in direct opposition to the work of the Holy Spirit, it is a statement to the whole world. It is an announcement to the world that 'Pentecostals', do not have the Spirit and power of Pentecost as our name suggests. The Spirit that raised Jesus Christ from the dead, delivered the oppressed from demonic powers and healed the sick - is not present.

My advise to all Nigeria Pentecostals is to pray for your church leaders, pray for a mighty revival of God's power to invade your beloved country and then, STAND UP for truth, fairness, and Godly integrity.

Posted by Pastor K.D. James at 1:52 PM
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Pastor K.D. James said,

I sent this letter out to Pastor Chris Okotie but to this date I have not received a response. I will resend it for another week or two and also follow up with telephone calls. Just as our Lord is patience and long suffering, I am too. It is not my desire to smear the name of Chris Okotie, but to get at the truth. He is being given fair and reasonable opportunities to reply.

Monday, August 24, 2009
Shame on Pastor Chris Okotie!

An Open Letter to Pastor Chris Okotie, Senior Pastor – The House of God, Nigeria

Pastor Chris Okotie, I have carefully read your letter addressed to Pastor Chris Oyakilhome regarding your concerns about his association with one T.B. Joshua.

I have some very strong and serious concerns that should not go unaddressed or ignored. Here the points of concern:

1. You alleged that T.B. Joshua is a practitioner of an occult science called Docetic Gnosticism and Cerinthian heresy. {Ref: paragraph 3 of your letter}
1. That is an inaccurate statement and has no basis in fact or truth.
2. Docetic Gnosticism was a belief held among a small group of Greeks in A.D. 70 to A.D. 100.
3. It asserted that Jesus Christ did not rise physically from the grave as foretold by the prophets, eye-witnessed by the apostles, and recorded in scripture.
4. Docetic gnosticism has no connection whatsoever with the occult or mystic arts.{See; Wikipedia Encyclopedia}
1. It should be noted that Docetic Gnosticism faded away into history between A.D.70 and A.D. 100.
2. It is therefore impossible for T.B. Joshua or any person in our lifetime to delve further into Docetic studies.
3. Bible scholars have not identified any connection between Docetic Gnosticism and ‘shamanism’ as you have alleged.

Cerithian heresy is according to you, is another ‘occult art’ of which T.B. Joshua is allegedly involve. {Paragraph 3 of your letter}.

Again, your statement is inaccurate statement and has no basis in fact. Cerinthus, was a Greek heretic (A.D. 100), who denied the Divinity of Christ and believed that Jesus Christ was not born of a virgin as scripture plainly declares. Cerinthus also believed that during the future millennial reign of Christ inhabitants of the earth would be in bondage to certain lust. {Reference: ‘The New Complete Works of Josephus’ page 103, authors, William Winston and Paul L. Maier}

Do The Right Thing

Pastor Chris Okotie, I will assume that you are man of unquestionable integrity, humility and Godly character. If my assumption is correct, then certainly you will not take issue with retracting incorrect statements? That would be the honorable and right thing to do.

Please understand, I am not asking you to change your opinion of T.B. Joshua. Continue despising him all you wish. If you truly believe that T.B. Joshua is an enemy of the cross one would assume that the burden for lost souls would compel you to win him over to Christ? Perhaps that's just my way of thinking so forgive me if I'm out of line by assuming a minister of the gospel should be concerned about lost souls.

God forbid that you should get a burden for lost souls.

Could you be wrong? Just like you were wrong about your claim that, "God told you that you would be president"? {Source: Online Nigeria Daily News - August 7, 2005}. Another example of your being wrong is in your understanding of Docetic Gnosticism and Cerithian heresy.

I am simply asking you to make a retraction of your erroneous and misleading statements.
The Hole Goes Even Deeper

In paragraph four (4) of your allegations against T.B. Joshua, you made some very disturbing statements. I will quote from your letter;

‘He {T.B. Joshua} has three symbols of mysticism. The first is called "The Head of Jesus Christ" or "Christ". This is a reference to the source of his power. That power is invoked or acknowledged by the word, "Emmanuel". When "Emmanuel" is chanted, it energizes' the power. The scriptures say that the head of Christ is God. So when Joshua 'refers to that head, he is speaking of himself as God Incarnate.’

Do you expect an intelligent, God-fearing Christian to believe that an evil person can boss Jesus Christ around? No, my friend. That is is not possible!

No matter how many times a sinner, a witch or charlatan chants the name ‘Emmanuel’ God will not ‘energize’ that wicked soul. It won’t happen.

T.B. Joshua cannot be ‘energized’ to heal the sick or work miracles simply because people the invoke the name Emmanuel.

Christ Jesus is the sovereign Lord. He can not be deceived or manipulated by an evil man. Please clarify your beliefs in this regard or retract your statement altogether.

Pastor Ladi, there is not one example in all of scripture whereby our precious Lord allowed His Name, His power and Spirit to be manipulated by evil men.

In the Book of Acts chapter 19, the seven sons of Sceva tried to use the name of Christ to perform miracles and cast out demons. But we see that they failed miserably. The demonic forces stripped the men of their clothing and beat them up physically. No one can manipulate the name of God or His power for evil purposes.

The facts are clear:

1. God only allows His faithful servants to use His name and destroy demonic strongholds over people’s lives.
2. A kingdom divided against itself can not stand. Simply meaning, Satan will never point the lost to Jesus Christ and the work of Calvary. When a man or woman of God gives the honor to Jesus Christ as the source of all power, Satan is not pleased.
3[b]. You, Chris Okotie, have knowingly and maliciously slandered the name of T.B. Joshua by publishing with unfounded allegations that he is involved in occult practices.[/b]

Chris Okotie, your understanding of historical Docetic Gnosticism is inaccurate. This distortion of the facts was used as the premise in your allegations against T.B. Joshua.

I know that you won’t retract your allegations. Yes, I am questioning your integrity. Why? Because you knew before publishing the slanderous article that you had no factual basis for your allegations.

In paragraph nine (9) of your letter, you issued a threat against Pastor Chris Oyakhilome. Another innocent man you are attacking.

You warned that if Oyakhilome choses to fellowship with T.B. Joshua you will publically come against his ministry. You have no biblical grounds for such actions. You are way out of line.

Let’s Come Clean

Here is an extracted portion of an article printed in the newspaper, ThisDayOnline.com, dated 11/15/2004.
‘According to Emmanuel Oji, who attends Catholic Church, the tone of the letter was not just embarrassing with the tacit intention of casting aspersion on the credibility of a minister of the gospel, but was very combative. Said Oji, "while did he make the letter public? Why did he not give him much time to pray over the letter and repent before going to electronic media and why the threat of exposing him?" Okotie went to the press less than four days after the letter was published.

Oyakhilome in his response alluded to this insinuation. "They are envious of the power of God and they try to fabricate this lies and say that the power comes from somewhere. I tell you the truth, this has nothing to do with T.B. Joshua, it is not because of Joshua that he is saying all this. He has been looking for an opportunity to say these things."

Okotie leveled other allegations against Oyakhilome, which include receiving money from Joshua to fund his television programme, and performing miracles through demonic influences. In fact while condemning the healing miracles which Oyakhilome is noted for, Okotie said "Chris Oyakhilome does not understand the Bible and I do, and yet we are both servants of Jesus Christ, that is if Oyakhilome is taken as a believer."

In closing, I find it interesting that you and others that have come against T.B. Joshua have product to sell in which you assault their ministries, but never once describe the steps you took to first bring them into the Light of Truth and lead them into deliverance – as if they needed it.

Pastor Chris Okotie, you truly need prayer, Godly humility and a wake up call. You are not the only man on my prayer list,

Pastor Peter Thompson is next! May God deliver and help you both.

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Posted by Pastor K.D. James at 3:49 PM

By the way, this prophecy was said live on Emmanuel TV before the match
Had it been that the NFF, Shaibu and d rest had acknowledged tbj as a man of God and had been noticing how God shows him what is yet to come, they could have even called him and asked for advice - "pastor, so you see that the result would be this way - is there anything we can do?" or they could have cotnacted him before the match for any insight - tbj could have then given them advice on how to play to avoid that happening.

the problem is, the government, the nff and nigeria as a whole has not recognized or appreciated tbj for what he is - a prophet sent from God - they jkust continue ti hurl insults and slander as his ministry continues to grow. a prophet is not without honour except in his own country
anyone doubting the prophecies should check out the website and see how he has consistently prophesied events which come to pass - fine - you can doubt 1 or 2 or 3 but can you doubt 40? apart from dat, the prophecies he gives to individuals that attend his church every sunday is astonishing - he tells them things which they have not told anyone before

abeg, nigeria, wake up and recognize this prophet sent from God

Check out the video of the prophecy, found it on YouTube,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fw1Vx9mAWMQ

The prophet said it on Live TV on Sunday morning, so it's not like he only came out with it after the game.

I guess if NFA got in touch with him, he could have advised them how to go about it,

webdezzi:
http://www.naijarules.com/vb/religion-philosophy-spirituality/18108-anyone-remember-t-b-joshua-back-days.html

A pastor who heal only after you must have taken some drugs not meant for humans is nothing but a Babalawo

PLease, Please, Please. Let us not lie. For what? Your family member was never given medicine at The Synagogue. Ask the thousands who have visited for healing. Were they ever given tablets or any other medication when at the church? This is absolute nonsense. You just want to destroy for the sake of destroying. This is not our Father's language. This is gossip.

webdezzi:
I attended synagogue while i was 14 years old or so and i could remember TB Joshua asking his congregation whom he looked like
and no one answered, then he went ahead and said "you people of sinful origin, can you see that i look like HIM" he went ahead to describe his beards as looking like the popular Jesus photographs.

TB Joshua always says, beautiful people are those that mirror Jesus Christ - so let the beauty of Christ be seen WITHIN you. Please, do not misquote a man of God.

Where did you hear TB Joshua say he was born again from his mother's womb? That's our problem - we love to disseminate rumours we hear from other people but constantly fail to go to the source to find out the truth. And we call ourselves Christians. Christ taught us to find out the truth from GOD FIRST and hold fast to that which is true. To follow gossip and rumours is to follow the devil.

Sunday the 4th January 2009, Prophet T.B. Joshua revealed a prophetic message about a great star who would go on a journey of no return. This is what he said:

“Fast and pray. Use Psalm 91 and take note of verse 7,8,9. Pray. I’m seeing a great star whom the world [is] shouting, “Hey, hey, hey!” In his own area, he’s famous – he’s known everywhere. Great – too great. Because I see something will begin to happen to that star and that may likely end in him to pack his load and go to the journey of no return. But I don’t know when that journey [is].”

Just over a month later, on Sunday 22nd February 2009, Prophet T.B. Joshua gave a further call to pray for this star who he said was between life and death. This is what he said:

“Last time, there was a message given concerning somebody who’s between life and death. Not in your community here and I said we should pray. I want you to raise up your voice. If it is the will of God, there’s nothing we can do about it. But raise up your voice at your private, pray for this person. When it happens, you know something happens. He’s too young to leave your midst.”

On Thursday the 25th June 2009, international music icon, Michael Jackson, the king of pop, died following a cardiac arrest in his rented home, Los Angeles, California.

“I’m seeing a great star whom the world [is] shouting, “Hey, hey, hey!” In his own area, he’s famous – he’s known everywhere. Great – too great”.


Michael Jackson, known around the world as the King of Pop, is undoubtedly one of the world's most famous. His highly publicized personal life, coupled with his successful music career, made him a part of popular culture for four decades. In 1990, Vanity Fair had cited Michael Jackson as the most popular artist in the history of show business. Jackson was awarded the White House's special ‘Artist of the Decade’ award by President George H.W. Bush, the World Music Awards' Best-Selling Pop Male Artist of the Millennium, the American Music Award's Artist of the Century Award, the Bambi Pop Artist of the Millennium Award, the ‘Living Legend Award’ at the 35th Annual Grammy Awards, the Diamond Award, for selling over 100 million albums and was also inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame and twice inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. His other achievements include multiple Guinness World Records—including one for ‘Most Successful Entertainer of All Time’ and one for his support of 39 charities, more than any other entertainer or personality. He was also awarded 13 Grammy Awards, 13 number one singles in his solo career, and sold over 750 million records worldwide, making him the world's best selling male solo pop artist.

Such was the impact of the star’s death that many internet sites crashed in the hours following the announcement, including the famous social networking site, Twitter which was bombarded by fans and people who wanted to ascertain the details of his death and post their own tributes. The site Wikipedia was also temporarily overloaded and Google News users complained that the service was inaccessible for a time. At its peak, Google Trends rated the Jackson story as "Volcanic." And AOL said in a statement on June 25th that “Today was a seminal moment in Internet history. We've never seen anything like it in terms of scope or depth".

Michael Jackson’s fame and popularity was like no other. He has greatly influenced entertainers from all musical genres and his impact was global and reached generations. Over his lifetime, he took superstardom to new heights selling an estimated three quarters of a billion records worldwide. Michael Jackson also transformed the music video into an art form through complex storylines, dance routines, special effects and famous cameo appearances while simultaneously breaking down racial barriers. As his friend, actress Elizabeth Taylor once stated, he was "the true king of pop, rock and soul".

Just as the prophet had said, in his own area he was the most famous and known throughout the globe, transcending culture, race, religion and class with his music.

“Because I see something will begin to happen to that star and that may likely end in him to pack his load and go to the journey of no return. But I don’t know when that journey [is].”
Jackson was found in cardiac arrest when paramedics, responding to a 911 call, took him Thursday from his home to Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, where the music idol was pronounced dead at 2:26 p.m. PST. Throughout recent years, Michael Jackson was reportedly plagued by different ailments, attending different medical centers for various treatments. The possibility that Jackson was also taking medication that could have contributed to his death at age 50 weighed heavily, Friday, on people close to the star. Dr. Deepak Chopra, a physician and lifelong friend of the star, blamed Jackson's death on prescription drug abuse, stating that Jackson had told him that he was in a lot of pain. Chopra stated: "When you have enough drugs in your system, your heart goes into an arrhythmia and your respiration stops - I think the drugs killed him." However, the specific cause of Michael Jackson’s death has yet to be determined.
Clearly, as the prophet had said, something had begun to happen to Michael Jackson that had eventually led to his unexpected death – a journey of no return.

“When it happens, you know something happen. He’s too young to leave your midst.”
Michael Jackson was only 50 years old when he passed away and was just two weeks away from beginning his sell-out London tour “This Is It”. The sheer magnitude of the world’s response to Jackson’s death has been astounding. Tributes continue to pour in all over the Internet and in cities around the world as fans, young and old alike, sang and danced to Jackson’s greatest hits to remember his incredible career showing that, in fact the world was not ready to lose him. He was indeed too young to leave their midst.

As well as revealing this prophetic message live on Emmanuel TV, Prophet T.B. Joshua also gave a personal message of warning to a close friend of the Jackson family, Tee-Mac Omatshola Iseli, former President of PMAN (Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria).
On the 12th June, 2009 just a few weeks ago, Prophet T.B. Joshua called Tee-Mac and gave him a personal message to deliver to the Jackson family. The Sunday following Jackson’s death, 28th June 2009, during the live Sunday service on Emmanuel TV, Prophet T.B. Joshua explained the reason why he had given this prophetic message and Tee-Mac testified concerning it:
“It was his (T.B. Joshua’s) birthday, I came here to celebrate and the man of God asked me up to his office and said to me, “Please, tell your friend Marlon to send Michael here to Nigeria. Michael needs healing. He needs deliverance. I said to the man of God, “But, Michael Jackson just went for a check-up because he is going to have about 50 concerts." He spoke to Marlon and they agreed Michael was too busy for now but they would bring him to see the prophet during a break in his schedule later in the year. "When I got a phone call from the chairman of the Black American Mayors, he said they just brought Michael Jackson from the hospital. He is unconscious. I quickly put on CNN and immediately, it came to my head, “Yes but the man of God told me something is going to happen.” If I had focused more, we would have insisted, Michael, come here, you need healing, he would still be alive.

Michael Jackson leaves behind his three young children, Prince Michael Joseph Jackson, Jr, Paris Michael Kathryn Jackson and Prince Michael Joseph Jackson the 2nd, his parents and 8 brothers and sisters.

The breaking news of former Korean President, Roh Moo-hyun’s death on Saturday 23rd May, 2009, was met with shock all over the world - but there was one man who was not surprised – a month earlier on 26th April, 2009, Prophet T.B. Joshua of The Synagogue, Church Of All Nations in Lagos, Nigeria – had prophesied about it.

This is the transcript of what he said that day:

“On Saturday, somebody is being rushed to the hospital but from that hospital, he could not come back home. So, we give message here that guide the whole world. What we are saying here it’s all over the world we are talking to and people that affect the world, shake the whole world, people that matter. When it happens, you say, Ha!”

On Saturday morning, 23rd May 2009, the breaking news that flooded the television screens worldwide was that former President of South Korea, Roh Moo-hyun was rushed to hospital and declared dead after he had jumped from a hill near his home in the early hours of that Saturday morning. Moon Jae-in, who served as Roh’s presidential chief of staff, stated, “Roh appeared to have jumped off a mountain around 6:40 a.m.” Unconscious with a head injury, he was rushed to a hospital in Gimhae, just as the prophet had said.

From the hospital in Gimhae, the former president was sent to Busan University Hospital in Yangsan, where doctors report that they were unable to resuscitate him, that is, bring him back to life, and the family mourned his death – for from the hospital he could not come back home, exactly as Prophet T.B. Joshua had prophesied. Former South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun was pronounced dead around 9:30 a.m. Head trauma was identified as the main cause of his death.

Let us remember the words of Prophet T.B. Joshua, “What we are saying here it’s all over the world we are talking to and people that affect the world, shake the whole world, people that matter. When it happens, you say, ‘Ha!’ ”
Roh Moo-hyun was the 16th president of South Korea, serving in office between February 25, 2003 and February 25, 2008. He is the immediate past president of South Korea. As a former world leader, he held a position that affected the entire international community. The tragic nature of his death has shocked the nation of South Korea and the world.

The apparent suicide - believed to be the first by a modern South Korean leader, shocked the nation. Roh Moo-hyun lived a remarkable life, rising from a humble background to South Korea's highest office. The circumstances of his death are also remarkable, and deeply shocking. In central Seoul, an impromptu altar was set up, and hundreds of people, some in tears, queued patiently to take it in turns to kneel on the ground, bow deeply and lay flowers - as a mark of respect. South Korean
President Lee Myung-Bak said, “This is a truly unbelievable, lamentable and deeply sad event”. A shocked President Lee Myung-Bak went ahead with a summit with the European Union but cancelled engagements for the rest of the day. He described the death as a national tragedy, Lee's spokesman said. Kim De-Jung, former South Korean President said, “I’ve lost my life-long companion, with whom I took part in struggles for democracy and shared 10 years of a democratic government, I feel like I’ve lost a half of myself”. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen said, “I don't know how to express my sadness. I express sincere, deep condolences”.

Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso stated, “I was quite surprised. I would like to offer my condolences and pray for the repose of his soul”. And Korean Prime Minister Han Seung-Soo, called an emergency cabinet meeting. "I cannot stop feeling shock and sorrow at the news of former president Roh's death," Han said, according to his spokesman. "I pray for the deceased and express deep condolences to the bereaved family."

On Sunday 19th April, 2009, Prophet TB Joshua prophesied about a family travelling by plane. This is what he said:

“On Friday, remember putting it in prayer. A situation where families will be inside a plane - when I say family, like husband and wife, children and others - and something happens inside the air. Friday of the month - put it in prayer and fast. Please fast and pray. Pray for the family. Where are these family going? Where are they going? I’m seeing crash. So, all over the world, if you are moving with family, your children, yourself, please read Psalm 91:7-end. Jesus will be with you.”

Prophet T.B. Joshua again made reference to the prophecy regarding the family on the following Sunday, the 26th April 2009, saying:

“Last time I told you about a family that entered the plane. I said the whole family, I saw the whole family -they entered the private jet and the plane crashed. The whole family – what happened? I’m praying, I’m praying that, what would make the family , if it’s just one person that would go but all the family, they just entered the plane. Where? What happened?”

On Friday 22nd May, 2009, the tragic news came that a British born Brazilian businessman and nine members of his family died when their plane crashed in Trancoso, north eastern Brazil. All 14 people on board were killed.

Recall the words of the prophet, “A situation where families will be inside a plane - when I say family, like husband and wife, children and others - and something happens inside the air.”

Roger Ian Wright, a leading British born Brazilian financier, a founding partner at Sao Paulo financial consulting firm Arsenal Investimentos and ex-director of Banco Garantia, his wife Lucila Lins, and eight family members died instantly when their twin-engine aircraft ditched just short of the runway. Lucila and Wright were travelling to their holiday home at the plush Terravista golf resort in the town of Trancoso in his personal plane, Brazilian officials said.

With them were Wright’s two children from his first marriage, Veronica and Philip, their spouses Rodrigo and Heloisa, his three grandchildren Victoria, Gabriel and six-month-old son Francisco, and his aunt Vera Lucia Mercio. Lucila’s granddaughter Nina Pinheiro was also on the flight. All died tragically.

I saw the whole family -they entered the private jet and the plane crashed.
The King Air B350 model plane, which Wright owned, left Sao Paulo at 6:31 p.m. and crashed at 9:13 p.m, said an air force spokesman. Moments before hitting the ground, the pilot reported that "visual and landing conditions were normal," according to a statement issued by the airport. The cause of the crash was not known.

The plane’s pilot Jorge Lang Filho and his co-pilot Nelson Caminha Affonseca and a family nanny, Rosangela Pereira Barbosa also died in the tragedy late on Friday at Terravista Airport in the Brazilian state of Bahia. Reports state that the crash killed at least 14 people, 13 of which have been identified.
This tragedy which saw the death of 4 generations of the same family shocked the nation of Brazil and the world.
A statement on Mr Wright's company website read: "Arsenal Investimentos are deeply saddened by the tragic air accident that happened on the night of Friday May 22 in Trancoso, Bahia, which took the life of its founding partner, the businessman Roger Ian Wright, and his family members.

We at Emmanuel TV and the SCOAN pray for the loved ones of the deceased members of the Wright family, that the Comforter, Jesus Christ would comfort them in the midst of their present sorrow. In the wake of this tragedy, let us remember that everything we have comes from God. Whatever we have now is only actually being borrowed from God. He is Ruler over all. He holds strength and power in the palm of His hand to strengthen and build up all (1 Chronicles 29:12).

On Sunday 31st May, 2009, after the crash, Prophet T.B. Joshua led the congregation in the church and Emmanuel TV viewers worldwide in a one minute silence in the wake of the tragic accident. He reminded us that this world is not our home, we are just passing through.