By 'Gbenga Bankole
It was a day of celebrating a living icon in his life time at the 57th birthday celebration of the General Evangelist of Christ Apostolic Church, Nigeria and Overseas, Prophet Hezekiah O. Oladeji organized for him by his Spiritual Sons/Daughters and World Evangelistic Outreach of the church.
The surprise birthday celebration, held at CAC Babalola International Memorial Camp, Ikeji Arakeji was indeed a surprise for the General Evangelist who never thought such event was organized for him.
Several unbelievable and mouthwatering testimonies were said about Prophet Hezekiah whom the Lord has used and still using greatly to touch uncountable lives.
Notable faces in attendance are the President of CAC Nigeria and Overseas, Pastor Samuel O. Oladele, represented by his Special Assistant, Pastor Tunde Asokeji; General Secretary, Pastor Emmanuel E. Mapur; Regional Superintendent of Babalola Region, Pastor G.S. Dada; Superintendent of CAC Itire DCC, Lagos, Pastor Gideon Oladokun; CAC Music Director/ Director of Administration, Pastor Tope Dada; CAC Director of Youth Affairs, Pastor Samson O. Gbuyiro,the Vice Chancellor of the foremost entrepreneurship university in Nigeria, Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU), Prof. Olasebikan Fakolujo, Prophet Sam Olu Alo,members of CAC World Evangelistic Outreach and many others.
While speaking at the event, the Celebrant, Prophet Hezekiah said anyone who is not living sacrificially for others is living vain life which amounts to nothing.
He implored people to use their lives as means of laughter for others, adding that everyone will give account of his or her life and calling.
The renowned prophet stated that despite all the acknowledgements he received, his prayer is that God should help him because he hasn't started at all.
The General Evangelist admonished people at the event to go and amend their ways, saying they shouldn't see themselves as god, as there is nobody God can't replace.
Earlier in his birthday greetings to the General Evangelist, the President of CAC Nigeria and Overseas, Pastor Oladele described Prophet Hezekiah as a man who has enjoyed tremendous measure of Grace, one with fire in his bones, of great faith and who is an epitome of humility, selflessness, generosity, and boldness with unparalleled love for Christ Apostolic Church and loyalty to the Authority of the Church.
Represented by his Special Assistant, Pastor Asokeji, Pastor Oladele stated that; "we thank God for giving you to Christ Apostolic Church specifically, and to the world at large. Thank you for your support and prayer for us. A day is not enough to celebrate the grace of God upon you. We rejoice with your beloved wife and children. It is our prayer that you will not be disconnected from God, your anointing shall not run dry, and you will always be blessed, in Jesus's Name. You shall live long in good health and prosperity, in Jesus's Name."
In his exhortation at the event, the Superintendent of CAC Itire DCC, Pastor Oladokun said that everybody is witnessing what grace has done in the life of Prophet Hezekiah.
Speaking on the topic "The Power of Grace", taking his text from the book of Psalms chapter 103 verse 1 to 8, Pastor Oladokun noted that scripturally, everyone needs the grace of God, saying grace is God's riches at Christ expenses.
He added that; "it's God's mercy to sinful men. It's the special favour from God. For us to gather here to celebrate a former mechanic, it's the grace of God. I was a taxi driver in Lagos, and I received grace from God to be called. It is grace that Prophet Hezekiah has received and that is why we are celebrating God's grace in his life. Grace is the unmerited Favour of God that caused Jesus His life."
Giving more explanations on the potency of grace, Pastor Oladokun said grace gives believers power over sin, it enables us to live a simple life and brings effective ministry.
The celebration ended with group photographs with the celebrant and his wife, Mrs. Esther Oladeji, and thrilling music ministration from Tosin Bee.
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