Adeboye made the shocking revelation during the June Holy Ghost Service held in the early hours of Saturday, June 7, at the Redemption City of God in Ogun State. The event was themed “Destined for Greatness (Part 2).”
Speaking on the importance of divine direction and spiritual consistency, Adeboye referred to a message delivered earlier by his son, Pastor Leke Adeboye, while expressing concern over a growing trend among young Christians who frequently switch churches.
“When I got born again, there were three major ministries that were making waves,” he recalled. “There were temptations to join them, but God told me, ‘Son, I broughtyou here. This is where you will stay. The day you leave this denomination, your firstborn will die.’”
At the time, RCCG was still largely unknown, operating from a modest headquarters in Ebute-Metta, Lagos. Despite being a university lecturer, Adeboye said he submitted himself under the leadership of the church’s founder, a man with no formal education.
“My father in the Lord didn’t go to secondary school—not even primary. But God said this is where you will stay,” he recounted.
He urged the congregation, especially the youth, to seek divine guidance and remain steadfast in the place God has appointed for them. “Discover where God wants you to stay, and stay there,” he said.
Adeboye was careful to clarify that his testimony was not intended to cast judgment on other churches. “I am not saying we are better than any other denomination,” he added.
