A Christian cleric says celebration of birthday is not only for merry making but to appreciate God for seeing us through a number of years in life and for providing us with some essentials of life.
They include the air we breath to stay alive, voice to talk and praise him,eyes to see and memory to think aright at all times to mention but a view.
The Bishop Ijebu South West the Right Reverend Dr.Babatunde Ogunbanwo made the observation in a sermon at the 80th birthday celebration of the Primate and Founder of the Jiaewowrrar all saints Church of Christ (Aladura) worldwide, His Eminence Baba Aladura Dr.Samuel Adebisi Ademosu at the holy land ikosa quarters odogbolu Ogun State .
According to him our appreciation to God must always be prompt and timely and whoever answers God's call will receive his blessings on Earth and in the hereafter.
Rev.Ogunbanwo noted that human being forget positive things that happened to them easily but remember negative happenings at all times.
Quoting from the book of Samuel, he observed that he who believes in the supreme being whole heartedly and think positively would not think twice to praise and give thanks to God the almighty.
Rev. Ogunbanwo congratulated Bishop Ademosu and praise God for sparing his life to attain the ripe age of 80 and for him to have accepted devine call to established the church about forty five years ago which waxes stronger daily.
The cleric described Primate Ademosu as an exceptional visionary leader,a role model,a teacher,mentor,a prayer warrior and an astute theologist.
According to him the Bishop is also a bridge builder of men and materials, humble, hospitable,goal getter,dugged fighter and a man of God to the core.
Highlights of the ceremony held at the reception held at the Cathedral Church of Saint Paul's Hall, Odogbolu included showering of praises and encomiums on the celebrant by the family, friends, community leaders, Muslim and Christians, religious leaders, traditional leaders and his church members.
The celebration was rounded off by the cutting of the birthday cake, presentation of gifts, merry making and dancing to a melodious songs from a popular gospel artist.
The celebration was attended by dignitaries from across the country and abroad.
No comments:
Post a Comment