Founder of the Living Faith Church, David Oyedepo, has told members of his congregation to provide his phone number to kidnappers in the event of an abduction, expressing confidence that such situations would lead to their release.
The statement was made during a sermon that later circulated widely in a viral video.
During the address, the cleric spoke about his belief in spiritual authority, presenting it as a force capable of influencing outcomes even in dangerous circumstances.
He suggested that his involvement in previous kidnapping cases had resulted in positive outcomes for those affected.
Oyedepo referred to past incidents where his intervention reportedly led to the safe release of individuals who had been abducted.
He used these experiences to reinforce his message about the power he believes operates through him and, by extension, through his followers.
The cleric encouraged his congregation to recognize and embrace what he described as a shared spiritual force.
He indicated that this force is not limited to him alone but is accessible to others who understand and activate it in their lives.
He further emphasized the importance of awareness among his followers, stating that discovering this spiritual capability could enable them to respond differently in threatening situations.
His message focused on confidence and faith as tools for confronting danger.
The sermon, which gained attention online after being shared across social media platforms, has drawn widespread discussion due to the nature of the advice given.
The video clip shows Oyedepo delivering the message in a firm tone while addressing members of his church.
“If anybody picks you, give them my number. If he is not cut down, then I’m not sent. You carry the same force if you discover it”, he said.
