Pastor Idowu Iluyomade has announced that his newly established ministry, The Family Fellowship, has secured a permanent site at Eko Atlantic. This significant development was made possible through the donation of land by a devoted church member.

During the church’s second service held at the Civic Centre in Lagos, Pastor Idowu Iluyomade expressed his profound gratitude for the generous gift. He emphasized the importance of giving within the Christian faith, linking it to divine blessings and the sustenance of ministry work. In his sermon titled “Giving,” Pastor Iluyomade addressed common misconceptions surrounding biblical teachings on offerings and tithes, urging believers to embrace the principle of giving as a sacrificial act that brings God’s blessings.

“As believers, you have to be very careful because there are all kinds of doctrines flying around today,” Pastor Iluyomade cautioned. “Your giving begins with your offering. Tithe belongs to God—10 percent of your income belongs to Him. And God knows mathematics. Many people avoid reading Malachi 3, where God complains about people robbing Him in tithes and offerings.”

He continued, “We need to repent. If God calls us robbers, we should ask ourselves: will any robber enter heaven? And how much is this 10 percent that God is asking for? If I were God, maybe I would ask for more, but He only asks for 10 percent to bless the remaining. Let’s reflect on that.”

Pastor Iluyomade also highlighted the importance of helping the poor and needy, particularly in challenging times. He stressed that giving extends beyond tithes to acts of compassion and support for others. During the service, two members of the congregation demonstrated this spirit of generosity by donating ₦4 million to Bethesda Home & School for the Blind.

The announcement of the land gift and the subsequent sermon have been widely praised by community leaders and church members alike. They see it as a significant step towards the growth and impact of The Family Fellowship, as well as a testament to the power of faith and generosity within the Christian community.

Pastor Idowu Iluyomade’s new ministry at Eko Atlantic is expected to become a beacon of hope and inspiration for many, as it continues to promote the values of giving, faith, and community support.

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