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Enoch Adejare Adeboye (March 2, 1942 – N/A) is a Nigerian Christian preacher, mathematician, and influential leader widely recognized as the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), one of Africa’s largest Pentecostal denominations. Born in Ifewara, Osun State, Nigeria, to a modest family—his father a farmer and his mother a trader—he grew up in poverty but excelled academically despite early hardships, including lacking shoes until age 18. He earned a B.Sc. in Mathematics from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in 1967, an M.Sc. in Hydrodynamics from the University of Lagos in 1969, and a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics in 1975, later lecturing at the Universities of Lagos and Ilorin. Adeboye’s preaching career began after joining RCCG in 1973, seeking spiritual healing for his child, and accepting Christ in 1975. Ordained a pastor in 1977, he became General Overseer in 1981 following the death of RCCG founder Josiah Akindayode, transforming the church from a small Lagos-based group into a global movement with millions of members across over 190 countries. Known as “Daddy G.O.,” his sermons emphasize holiness, prayer, and prosperity, delivered at events like the monthly Holy Ghost Service and annual Holy Ghost Congress, drawing massive crowds. He authored over 60 books, including devotionals like Open Heavens, and oversaw RCCG’s expansion, including Redemption City (formerly Camp), a vast ministry hub. Married to Foluke Adenike Adeboye since 1967, with whom he has four children, Adeboye remains a towering figure in Pentecostal Christianity, blending intellectual rigor with spiritual authority.
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E.A. Adeboye emphasizes the importance of partaking in Holy Communion regularly as a way to dine with the King of Glory and prepare for heaven by examining ourselves and making necessary adjustments. Communion serves as a reminder of Jesus' sacrifice, granting us victory over life's challenges. Adeboye highlights the significance of taking the Lord's Supper in the right manner, free from strife, unforgiveness, or sinful habits, to avoid desecrating the sacred act and instead receive blessings and preparation for heaven.
Good or Bad at the Table?
MEMORISE: ‘For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged.’ (1 Cor 11:31) READ: 1 Corinthian 11:23-31 It is very important for all of God’s children to partake regularly in Holy Communion. This affords us the privilege to dine with the King of Glory. What a great opportunity! Being a regular communicant also helps to prepare us for heaven, because it provides the opportunity for us to examine ourselves, whether we are still in the faith. For some very busy leaders, the Holy Communion is one of the few opportunities they have to re-examine their Christian lives and make the necessary adjustments. Before you take the Holy Communion, confess every sin in your life. Also, release all those who have wronged you, wrongs you have held dear. Communion reminds us of Jesus Christ and how he sacrificed himself on the cross for us. And through the power we receive as the benefit of that sacrifice, we are made victorious over all of life’s circumstances. Hebrews 10:25 says: ‘Forsake not the assembling of yourselves together.’ This is rightfully so when it’s time to take Holy Communion. When we are gathered together, we are reminded of the fellowship God has with us, which also we ought to have with our brethren. It is important to note that if the Lord’s Supper is taken in the right manner, as stipulated in Scripture, we can be assured that all communicants will be heaven bound, at least for that moment. The sad thing is that today, many desecrate the communion table. They come with strife, unforgiveness and malice. Some come with fornication and murder to the table. And murmuring a so-called confession, they go ahead to eat it. As soon as they leave the table, they resume their satanic habits. No wonder that the table that should give life, strength and deliverance, is producing the reverse in some lives. The table that should prepare people for heaven is now preparing them for hell. When Judas came to the table at the Last Supper with Jesus, because he had evil in his heart and failed to repent, the anointing from the table enhanced his fall and death. How do you come to the table? You are responsible for what you receive, whether good or bad. ACTION POINT Whenever you go the communion table, ask God to let you meet with his blessings and let your ways always please the Lord.
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Enoch Adejare Adeboye (March 2, 1942 – N/A) is a Nigerian Christian preacher, mathematician, and influential leader widely recognized as the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), one of Africa’s largest Pentecostal denominations. Born in Ifewara, Osun State, Nigeria, to a modest family—his father a farmer and his mother a trader—he grew up in poverty but excelled academically despite early hardships, including lacking shoes until age 18. He earned a B.Sc. in Mathematics from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in 1967, an M.Sc. in Hydrodynamics from the University of Lagos in 1969, and a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics in 1975, later lecturing at the Universities of Lagos and Ilorin. Adeboye’s preaching career began after joining RCCG in 1973, seeking spiritual healing for his child, and accepting Christ in 1975. Ordained a pastor in 1977, he became General Overseer in 1981 following the death of RCCG founder Josiah Akindayode, transforming the church from a small Lagos-based group into a global movement with millions of members across over 190 countries. Known as “Daddy G.O.,” his sermons emphasize holiness, prayer, and prosperity, delivered at events like the monthly Holy Ghost Service and annual Holy Ghost Congress, drawing massive crowds. He authored over 60 books, including devotionals like Open Heavens, and oversaw RCCG’s expansion, including Redemption City (formerly Camp), a vast ministry hub. Married to Foluke Adenike Adeboye since 1967, with whom he has four children, Adeboye remains a towering figure in Pentecostal Christianity, blending intellectual rigor with spiritual authority.