The Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, has lashed out at the lead Pastor of Commonwealth of Zion Assembly, Biodun Fatoyinbo over his remark regarding Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola.
CAC described Fatoyinbo’s remark about Apostle Babalola as
insensitive and ill-informed.
Pastor Fatoyinbo had said despite the deluge of anointing by
Apostle Babalola he died poor while questioning the whereabouts of his children.
In one of his messages, Fatoyinbo had said Apostle Babalola
was anointed but had no money.
However, the church’s Director of Publicity, Pastor Ade
Alawode, insisted that Fatoyinbo’s claim was inaccurate.
In a statement he signed, Alawode said: “Ordinarily, we do
not respond to social media commentaries or controversies. However, we consider
it necessary to address your recent statements, which have been widely
circulated on your social media platforms, for the following three reasons:
“Clarification of Truth — To correct the misleading
narrative you are promoting about ministry and wealth.
“Defense of Legacy — To address the inaccurate claims you’ve
made regarding the life and ministry of Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola, the first
General Evangelist of Christ Apostolic Church.
“In one of your trending messages on YouTube, you
acknowledged that Apostle Babalola was highly anointed but “had no money”, and
then went on to ask sarcastically, “Where are his children?” — a question that
was both insensitive and ill-informed.”
Alawode insisted that Fatoyinbo’s message of equating
announcing with ministerial wealth was flawed.
He said: “To equate anointing or ministerial success with
material wealth is biblically flawed. The words of Jesus are clear:
“Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one’s life does
not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.” — Luke 12:15.
“Yet, your teachings suggest otherwise.
“In doing so, you promote what the Bible refers to as Simony
— the monetization of spiritual gifts (Acts 8:18–24). The Scriptures do not
teach that money is a sign of anointing. Rather, “the love of money is the root
of all kinds of evil” (1 Timothy 6:10). Which Bible do you read and preach
from?”
Berating the COZA lead Pastor for questioning the
whereabouts of Apostle Babalola’s children, CAC said his brand of preaching is
encouraging greed, corruption and ungodliness.
He added: “On the Question of Apostle Babalola’s Children
“Ethically speaking, Apostle Babalola had children. Simple arithmetic
should help you understand that they would be advanced in age by now — possibly
your grandparents’ age. What did you hope to achieve with the mocking question,
“Where are the children of Babalola?
“Your statement reflects more on the kind of company you
keep, but as a preacher of the Word, shouldn’t your conduct and utterances be
guided by Scripture?
“Where in the Bible does your brand of prosperity theology
originate — one that demeans people for not being wealthy? Isn’t such a message
encouraging greed, corruption, and godlessness, especially in a nation already
struggling with moral decay?
“For the sake of truth and posterity, let me correct the
public misrepresentations you’ve made regarding Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola:
“Apostle Babalola was called by God on October 10, 1928, at
the age of 24. His ministry spanned Western and Midwestern Nigeria, and
extended to the Gold Coast (now Ghana), marked by undeniable signs and wonders.
“He was blessed — but not materialistic or greedy. He gave
lands to the Church, supported the education of many, fed the poor, and lived
sacrificially. He housed more people than just his biological children.
“When Queen Elizabeth II visited Nigeria in February 1956,
Apostle Babalola was among the honored guests. Would a man in rags be granted
such recognition by a colonial government? Certainly not.
“He was no fundraiser, yet God supplied his needs. His
diaries are filled with divine provisions like: “Ipese Olorun loni: £100.00,
£50.00…”
“He lived in a befitting home, drove one of the best Ford
Jeeps of his time, and funded weddings, education, and apprenticeship programs
— all without exploiting the pulpit.
‘His children — Mama Eunice Wuraola Ogini and Apeke Adeniyi
— are alive, blessed, fulfilled, and quietly serving the Lord in their
respective churches. They are not loud, ostentatious, or greedy.
“Apostle Babalola’s anointing impacted generations. More
than 66 years after his passing, his legacy continues to inspire and bless
countless lives and ministries. That is true impact.”
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