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BREAKING : Dr David Yonggi Cho has pass on to glory

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At the age of 85 (1936-2021).

David Yonggi Cho (born 14 February 1936 as Paul Yungi Cho) is a South Korean Christian minister. With his mother-in-law Choi Ja-shil, he is cofounder of the Yoido Full Gospel Church (Assemblies of God), the world’s largest congregation).

The cause of his death has not been made public as no official statement has been released by family or church leadership.

Cho has a simple lifestyle and spends much of his resources on social welfare.

Founder and senior pastor of City Harvest Church, Kong Hee confirmed the passing of Dr David Yonggi Cho through a post he made on his official Facebook page.

The Post Read:- At 7:13 am this morning, my pastor and spiritual father, Dr David Yonggi Cho (1936-2021), just went home to the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ. I love you, Dr Cho.

Reacting to Paul’s death, Revivalist, Chad Macdonald took to his official Facebook page to pen down his heart-tribute to the late gospel preacher describing him as a powerful Man Of God who was a great gift to the body of Christ.

Read Excerpts below:-

I have just received word that Dr David Yonggi Cho stepped into his eternal reward today and is now in the presence of The Lord. What a powerful Man of God he was, truly an apostle of the Lord.

It was he who first taught me how to pray and I will forever be grateful for that revelation. When I first stepped into the sanctuary of Yoido Full Gospel Church the tangible glory of God was overwhelming. There was an unmistakable roar that permeated the atmosphere as tens of thousands in unison prayed in the Holy Ghost.

Dr Cho was a gift to the body of Christ and may this generation learn to pray as Dr. Cho prayed.

Few Things You Need To Know About Dr David Yonggi

Born on February 14, 1936, in Ulju-gun, Pastor David Yonngi was a popular South Korean Christian Minster who alongside his mother-in-law Choi Ja-shil cofounded the Yoido Full Gospel Church (Assemblies of God). As of 2017, David Yonngi was said to be the world’s largest congregation, with a claimed membership of 830,000.

His education was badly affected because of financial issues. After his graduation from middle school, David Yonggi decided to enrol in an inexpensive technical high school to learn a trade because his father’s sock and glove business went bankrupt and he couldn’t afford high school or university tuition.

At that time while learning the trade, David began frequenting an American army base near his school, and where he learned English from soldiers whom he befriended. He mastered English quickly, and became an interpreter for the commander of the army base, and also for the principal of his school.

Pastor David Yonggi Cho was not born into a Christian family, he was raised as a Buddhist but converted to Christianity at the age of 17, after a girl who visited him while suffering tuberculosis told him about Jesus Christ.

As a pathway in taking up the call of God in his life, Cho began working as an interpreter for the American evangelist Ken Tize. In 1956, when he received a scholarship to study theology at Full Gospel Bible College in Seoul. While there, he met Choi Ja-Shil, who became his mother-in-law and a close ministerial associate. He later graduated in March 1958.

Cho held his first worship service at the Daejo Church which had in attendance only four people. The church grew rapidly and soon had 50 members. Cho and church members began a campaign of knocking on doors and inviting people to come to church, and within three years, it had grown to four hundred members. In 1961, the church purchased its first plot of land at Seodaemun-gu.

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Foluke Adeboye Shares Story of Sacrifice After Giving Life to Christ

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Foluke Adeboye, wife of Enoch Adeboye, has opened up about a profound act of personal sacrifice she made after becoming a born-again Christian, revealing that she once disposed of her valuable gold jewelry as part of her commitment to her faith.

Speaking during a recent interview, the respected minister recounted how her lifestyle changed dramatically when she joined the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). At the time, certain forms of adornment, including earrings, were discouraged within the church.

Reflecting on that season, she explained that her love for fashion gave way to a deeper desire to live in alignment with her newfound beliefs.

“Every woman loves fashion. The moment we were born again then in RCCG, it was a taboo for you to have earrings. So everything, I dropped it in the lagoon,” she said.

According to her, the decision was not made lightly, as some of the jewelry had been set aside for her child. However, she remained resolute in her conviction, choosing spiritual obedience over material value.

She also recalled how a family acquaintance questioned her actions, suggesting she could have given the items to her mother to sell instead. In response, she emphasized her firm belief that anything she considered spiritually unsuitable for herself should not be passed on to others.

“Whatever is not good for me is not good for my mother,” she stated.

Despite the magnitude of the sacrifice, Mrs. Adeboye expressed peace and contentment with her decision, adding that she harbors no regrets.

“I don’t miss anything, not much,” she affirmed.

Her testimony serves as a reflection of the transformative impact of faith and the personal sacrifices many believers make in their walk with Christ.

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Christians in Jos Demonstrate Christ’s Love by Sharing Meals with Muslims During Ramadan

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In a powerful expression of Christian compassion and unity, believers in Jos have reached across religious lines to share food with their Muslim neighbors during the holy month of Ramadan.

Christian residents across Jos North Local Government Area and Jos South Local Government Area have been preparing and distributing meals to Muslim faithful in communities and mosques, helping them break their fast. This act of kindness, sustained since the beginning of Ramadan, reflects a growing commitment among believers to live out the love of Christ in practical ways.

One of the coordinators, Alexander Pious, emphasized the importance of humanity above all differences. He shared that before identifying as Christians or Muslims, we are first human beings created by God, and that love should be extended to all without discrimination. According to him, such acts are necessary for the betterment of society and a true reflection of godly love.

Another supporter, Kehinde Ronke, said she was inspired by the initiative and felt compelled to join in blessing others regardless of their background. She noted that kindness sown today can return as help in times of need, encouraging others to embrace generosity as a way of life.

Members of the Muslim community have warmly received the gesture, expressing gratitude for the genuine love shown to them. Jafaru Ango described the initiative as impactful, especially for the less privileged, while Musa Ibrahim highlighted that such acts prove that true believers are not the source of division, but rather instruments of peace.

Despite the history of ethno-religious tensions in Plateau State, this initiative stands as a testament to the healing power of love and unity. Both givers and recipients believe that such efforts can bridge divides, promote peace, and strengthen mutual respect among diverse communities.

As Scripture reminds us, “Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth” (1 John 3:18). The Christians in Jos are living out this truth, shining as lights in their communities and demonstrating the heart of Christ through selfless giving.

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Becky Enenche Empowers Widows, Youths, and Orphanages 

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The wife of the Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr. Becky Enenche, has extended her humanitarian outreach to several orphanages, widows, and youths across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, as part of activities marking her 55th birthday celebration.

Speaking during the event on Sunday, Enenche said the empowerment initiative was an expression of her passion for evangelism and community development, particularly in reaching out to less privileged children along the Airport Road corridor.

“We started evangelism about three years ago. In the process, we found many children who were not in school. So, we began enrolling them and paying their school fees. Now, there are about 20 Bible clubs across the route, and the number of children on scholarship keeps growing each term,” she told journalists.

According to her, the scholarships awarded under her personal outreach are distinct from those sponsored by her husband, Dr. Paul Enenche, or the church itself.

“At the beginning of every term, my evangelism team brings me the list of children, and I just release the money. They liaise with the schools and ensure the fees are paid directly,” she explained.

The birthday celebration featured the distribution of welfare packages, food items, school materials, and relief support to widows and orphanages within the FCT.

One of the beneficiaries, a student, Praise Adekunle, expressed heartfelt appreciation, saying, “I want to thank mummy so much for giving me hope. She placed me on scholarship, and I pray God continues to bless and protect her.”

Another beneficiary, an SS1 student, Peter Oche, also testified: “Without mummy paying my school fees, I don’t think I would have any hope in life. My life has a meaning and is taking shape now.”

Visibly moved by the testimonies, Dr. Enenche said she was deeply touched by the impact of the initiative. “I’m so touched you interviewed them. This is why we do what we do — to change lives,” she said.

The Head of the Welfare Department, Engineer David Abu Ozigi, disclosed that over 30 orphanages benefited from the empowerment outreach.

“This is not unusual; it’s something our Mummy has done consistently. The Bible teaches that pure religion is to care for widows and orphans in their distress. She’s simply obeying that divine instruction,” Ozigi remarked.

He added that the gesture underscores the Dunamis Church’s continued commitment to humanitarian service and spiritual compassion.

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