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ZombieDredd:
Anyhow you want to spin it, God almighty allowed it to be so, so that adeboye, His chosen can emerge.

Spin it all you like, na so God plan am

GanagiBeetrus:
That's the right & ideal thing to do. But he probably would have thought twice if the church was a big multi-million naira church then.

But I can't condemn those who hand over to family members, because if I am in their shoes, I may not hand over a lifetime investment I have sweated to build to a non-family member. Since you tagged it an "investment," it means it is no longer a church, but a business enterprise.

Although there may be circumstances that will compel you to hand over to a non-family member.

bakobenjamin198:
since you tagged it an "investment," it now means, it is no longer a Church, but a business enterprise.

Arrowhead71:
Have you seen or heard that the founder has children

besticality:
I hope the same spirit of God will be allowed to choose after Pastor Adeboye.

Bsssss:
Your perspective on Rev. Akindayomi's succession decision is truly insightful, and it speaks to a widely held appreciation for what is seen as an act of profound selflessness.

The transition of leadership from Rev. Akindayomi to Pastor E.A. Adeboye stands as a powerful testament to a kind of leadership that is becoming increasingly rare. In a world where dynastic and corporate models of succession often prevail, Rev. Akindayomi's choice to follow what he believed was a divine directive, rather than succumbing to the natural human desire to keep power within his family, is not just a story; it's a profound lesson.

This decision was not made for personal gain or emotional comfort. It was a choice born out of a deep-seated faith in a vision that was bigger than himself, his family, and the church as it existed then. It was an act that prioritized God's will over human convenience, and the result—a global ministry that has touched millions of lives—is undeniable proof of its spiritual integrity.
It's a model of leadership that calls us to consider:

What would happen if more leaders, in all spheres of life, were willing to let go of personal interests and allow their decisions to be guided by a higher purpose? Rev. Akindayomi's legacy is a beacon of hope, showing that true greatness lies not in who we hand power to, but in how we are willing to step aside so that a greater purpose can be fulfilled.

Bsssss:
Your perspective on Rev. Akindayomi's succession decision is truly insightful, and it speaks to a widely held appreciation for what is seen as an act of profound selflessness.

The transition of leadership from Rev. Akindayomi to Pastor E.A. Adeboye stands as a powerful testament to a kind of leadership that is becoming increasingly rare. In a world where dynastic and corporate models of succession often prevail, Rev. Akindayomi's choice to follow what he believed was a divine directive, rather than succumbing to the natural human desire to keep power within his family, is not just a story; it's a profound lesson.

This decision was not made for personal gain or emotional comfort. It was a choice born out of a deep-seated faith in a vision that was bigger than himself, his family, and the church as it existed then. It was an act that prioritized God's will over human convenience, and the result—a global ministry that has touched millions of lives—is undeniable proof of its spiritual integrity.
It's a model of leadership that calls us to consider:

What would happen if more leaders, in all spheres of life, were willing to let go of personal interests and allow their decisions to be guided by a higher purpose? Rev. Akindayomi's legacy is a beacon of hope, showing that true greatness lies not in who we hand power to, but in how we are willing to step aside so that a greater purpose can be fulfilled.

anonimi:
How is it going with the church that Idahosa left behind to his family, and other similar family takeovers of churches left behind by the dead founder

GanagiBeetrus:
That's the right & ideal thing to do. But he probably would have thought twice if the church was a big multi-million naira church then.

But I can't condemn those who hand over to family members, because if I am in their shoes, I may not hand over a lifetime investment I have sweated to build to a non-family member

Although there may be circumstances that will compel you to hand over to a non-family member.

Bsssss:
Your perspective on Rev. Akindayomi's succession decision is truly insightful, and it speaks to a widely held appreciation for what is seen as an act of profound selflessness.

The transition of leadership from Rev. Akindayomi to Pastor E.A. Adeboye stands as a powerful testament to a kind of leadership that is becoming increasingly rare. In a world where dynastic and corporate models of succession often prevail, Rev. Akindayomi's choice to follow what he believed was a divine directive, rather than succumbing to the natural human desire to keep power within his family, is not just a story; it's a profound lesson.

This decision was not made for personal gain or emotional comfort. It was a choice born out of a deep-seated faith in a vision that was bigger than himself, his family, and the church as it existed then. It was an act that prioritized God's will over human convenience, and the result—a global ministry that has touched millions of lives—is undeniable proof of its spiritual integrity.
It's a model of leadership that calls us to consider:

What would happen if more leaders, in all spheres of life, were willing to let go of personal interests and allow their decisions to be guided by a higher purpose? Rev. Akindayomi's legacy is a beacon of hope, showing that true greatness lies not in who we hand power to, but in how we are willing to step aside so that a greater purpose can be fulfilled.

GanagiBeetrus:
SPIRITUAL INVESTMENT.
Investment does not always denote financial or business enterprise.

For instance, Hope you know your kids are your investment?

GanagiBeetrus:
That's the right & ideal thing to do. But he probably would have thought twice if the church was a big multi-million naira church then.

But I can't condemn those who hand over to family members, because if I am in their shoes, I may not hand over a lifetime investment I have sweated to build to a non-family member.

Although there may be circumstances that will compel you to hand over to a non-family member.


Investment

Dogalmighty17:
He has children. They are all based in the UK. RCCG has consistently provided for their upkeep.

DIVINEEVIDENCE:
If you built it with cash from your pockets, go ahead.
If it was built with offerings and donations, retire in peace and appoint a committee to pick your successor.

destinychildolu:
Thank you Mr Chatgpt

sexyking1:
And now his children fill almost all the top positions and they are being groomed to take over from their Father.

Cooljavs:
Okay, ChatGPT 😏

Daejumong:
Rev Akindayomi and a very young Pastor Adeboye! It is difficult to see selfless men of God like this now! He handed over to Pastor Adeboye despite the fact he could have transferred power to his wife,children or in-laws! He also didn’t put his family in top positions in the church.

He allowed God to choose and not his emotions and human tendencies! His selfless decision birthed a global church which is one of the biggest in the world. God bless him.

Dae Jumong 7/9/25

sexyking1:
And now his children fill almost all the top positions and they are being groomed to take over from their Father.

Rexymania:
Adeboye was the richest and most educated in that church

bakobenjamin198:
This is where you lie. There will never be any spirit anywhere to choose any successor for Adeboye. He has already known who would succeed him and I bet you, it will definitely be his immediate family member. So, he will definitely decide and won't allow any spirit anywhere to do that for him.