On the third day of the Redeemed Christian Church of God’s (RCCG) 73rd Annual Convention, General Overseer Pastor Enoch Adeboye delivered a powerful sermon urging believers to seek victory over their personal weaknesses.
Preaching to a large audience at the Redemption Camp on Wednesday, Pastor Adeboye shared a message titled “Overcome Yourself,” drawing inspiration from Proverbs 16:32.
He emphasized that true triumph begins with self-discipline, noting, “A person who can control their spirit is more powerful than one who captures a city.”
In his teaching, he presented a five-step approach to becoming a consistent overcomer. Pastor Adeboye encouraged believers to gain mastery over their senses, words, actions, and desires.
He stressed the importance of what one listens to, saying, “Faith comes by hearing, but fear also enters through what you hear. It’s not about how often you listen, but how well you understand.”
He advised Christians to avoid negative media and instead focus on the Gospel, which he described as the true Good News. Challenging the crowd’s perception, he asked, “Are you focused on the mountain in front of you, or on the God who existed before the mountain?”
Addressing the power of the tongue, he said, “Your words reveal your faith. Stop complaining and start praising God. Speak life, speak the Word, and cast out fear and doubt.”
He also warned against unethical actions, especially involving the hands. “Do not sign dishonest documents, forge papers, or engage in anything corrupt. Keep your hands clean, and God will defend you,” he advised.
To wrap up the sermon, Pastor Adeboye cited biblical examples like Moses and Solomon as reminders of how unchecked personal flaws can hinder one’s divine calling.
“Moses, though used mightily by God, lost access to the Promised Land due to anger. Solomon, blessed with wisdom, later declared everything to be meaningless. To be a lifelong overcomer, address your weak spots. This is not a game—spiritual warfare is real,” he warned.
Adding a joyful note to the day, Pastor Adeboye announced that 50 babies—34 boys and 16 girls—had been delivered at the RCCG maternity center since the convention began. The news was met with cheers and celebration across the congregation.
Themed “The Overcomers,” the RCCG convention continues throughout the week, drawing thousands from within Nigeria and abroad for worship, prayer, and spiritual renewal.
