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GOODBYE PASTOR ODUKOYA: The final burial
On a solemn Saturday, friends and family members of the late Founder of the Fountain of Life Church (FOLC) in Lagos, Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, came together to celebrate his life and bid him a final farewell as he was laid to rest.
The event was marked by heartfelt renditions by the church choir, creating a poignant atmosphere that allowed attendees to reflect on the impactful life of the esteemed pastor.
During the service, Bishop David Abioye of the Living Faith Church in Lagos delivered a powerful sermon. He urged people to draw closer to God and emphasized the importance of preparing for eternity, much like Pastor Odukoya had done throughout his life.
Abioye spoke highly of the late preacher, describing him as a man of strong character who had tirelessly worked to bring souls to God’s kingdom, effectively depopulating hell through his practical Christ-like living.
He stressed the significance of developing a personal relationship with God, as exemplified by Pastor Odukoya, as a means to shed sinful behaviors that can create a divide between individuals and God.
In conclusion, Abioye celebrated Odukoya’s journey, highlighting that he had both started and finished well in the heavenly race, leaving behind a legacy of faith and righteousness.