Lagos, Nigeria – Renowned Nigerian leader, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), delivered a New Year’s message laden with prophetic statements for 2024. Focusing on the metaphor of the wind, his words offer a mixture of caution and optimism.
Pastor Adeboye warned of coming challenges, stating, “Things will get worse before they get better. Things will get a little hotter before they get better.” He urged his followers to incorporate prayers for favourable winds into their supplications, suggesting a journey through turbulent times with potential for positive outcomes.
In a message of hope, Pastor Adeboye prophesied that “some people will start as nobody but will become significant before the middle of the year.” This suggests opportunities for unforeseen transformations and individual success amidst the predicted difficulties.
While looking beyond national borders, Pastor Adeboye predicted divine intervention in “parts of the world where things are hot at the moment.” This offers a glimmer of hope for conflict-ridden regions and a belief in divine forces mitigating global strife.
Medical Breakthroughs
On a brighter note, he prophesied advancements in the medical field, citing potential breakthroughs in the fight against “cancer, asthma, hypertension, and sugar diabetes.”
This resonates with many facing chronic illnesses and offers a beacon of hope for improved healthcare in the coming year.
Mixed Reactions and Previous Controversy
Pastor Adeboye’s prophecies have received diverse reactions. While some find comfort and guidance in them, others are harbouring skepticism or view them as ambiguous.
“That one concerns you and your congregation. Everything will be good for me, my household, and my friends,” reacted Sir Dollar, an Instagram user.
“Religion and politics are brothers and sisters,” Adkem said.
“I stand in faith and say it will not be so for me and my family , Amen,” David Eyo wrote.
“I don’t need a prophecy to know things will get worse in Nigeria,” noted Ntid Mboss.
Additionally, his previous prediction of a world ending on October 1st in an unspecified year caused confusion and raised concerns about potential fear-mongering.