He said this at the 2017 Christmas Carol tagged: There is Joy in Knowing Jesus, at the All Saints’ Chapel, CAC General Secretariat, Basorun, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
He appreciated God for His mercy on the church and the nation, just as he thanked God for counting members of the church among those who witnessed the 2017 carol programme.
“We are gathered to celebrate the birth of Christ because of the reconciliation of man to his Creator, as well as man to man. Anyone who has contact with Christ will have a story to tell. Knowing Him will put you in the right direction,” he stated.
He urged Nigerians, most especially, Christians, to serve him faithfully, stating that knowing Christ would allow individuals have sound mind and understanding of human existence.
“The name ‘Christ’ is powerful than any other name on earth. When you know Christ, you have assurance of victory and power over satanic activities. Knowing Christ brings us everlasting peace, joy, comfort and contentment. Heaven is the home for those who have encounter with Christ. He has completed the work of salvation and promised to prepare a place for us in Heaven,” he stated.
General Evangelist of the CAC, Prophet Kayode Abiara; General Superintendent, Pastor S.O. Oladele; Finance Director, Pastor J.F. Omitinde; General Secretary, Pastor E.E. Mapur, among others, graced the event.
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