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“Pastor Taiwo, An Authentic Icon Who Touched Countless Lives” –Paul Adefarasin
By Daniel Dafe
Founder, House on the Rock, Pastor Paul Adefarasin has mourned the death of the Senior Pastor, Fountain of Life Church, Taiwo Odukoya, who died on Tuesday.
In a statement on Wednesday, Adefarasin said Pastor Taiwo, lived as “an authentic icon who touched countless lives through his dedication and spiritual leadership,” adding that “he won numerous souls, built families, and restored homes.”
According to the statement, “his influence reached far and wide, leaving an indelible imprint on the body of Christ.”
He said: “A giant returns home, and we will miss him deeply!
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“Although the loss is profound, we find solace in the knowledge that Pastor Taiwo fulfilled his calling and has now found rest in the arms of our Father The Creator. We will forever cherish the opportunity to have lived in the midst of his life and times.
“To his children – Jimmy, Tolu , Tobi, Jomiloju, and Timilehin; the Fountain of Life family, and everyone whose life he touched, we extend our heartfelt condolences. May you find comfort and strength in this difficult time, knowing that his legacy will continue to inspire and gird us all.
“As we navigate the road ahead without his physical presence, may his journey inspire antifragility within us, knowing that challenges for what they are may come, but we have the Greater God within and we will overcome. Pastor T has completed his race and passed the baton, now it is time for him to rest, and we will miss him dearly on this earthly side!
“Our dear Pastor Taiwo, your memory will forever be cherished. Rest in eternal peace.”