Global worshippers gather from December 9–14 as Bishop David Oyedepo declares the supernatural as every believer’s heritage, setting a powerful tone for a week of divine encounters and breakthrough revelations
Shiloh 2025 opened on December 9 at the Faith Tabernacle in Canaanland, Ota, drawing worshippers across Nigeria and around the world into a highly anticipated convocation themed “Breaking New Grounds.” Beginning each evening at 7 p.m., the annual gathering of the Living Faith Church Worldwide set an atmosphere of intense expectation for divine encounters, prophetic direction, and landmark breakthroughs as participants prepared for six days of prayer, worship, and deep scriptural engagement that will run until December 14.
The opening night message, delivered by Bishop David Oyedepo, centered on the conviction that every believer is ordained to operate in the supernatural as a natural lifestyle. Describing the supernatural as “the heritage of the redeemed,” the session underscored that breakthroughs in Scripture were never achieved through human strength alone but through God’s intervention made accessible by His Word. Bishop Oyedepo emphasized that commanding the supernatural is not a privilege reserved for a select spiritual class but the birthright of every genuinely born-again child of God.
The message highlighted the symbolism of the rod, representing the Word of God, as the believer’s authority for enforcing signs and wonders. According to the Bishop, results are not obtained by emotional appeals or desperation, but by locating the appropriate Word and standing firmly upon it until change is compelled. This focus on the Word set the tone for a week dedicated to exploring pathways for breaking limitations and accessing new realms of divine possibilities.
One of the strongest points of the night was the call to cultivate meekness, described as the “principal table manner” at God’s spiritual banquet. Because only the teachable can be guided, participants were urged to approach every session with humility, openness, and the willingness to receive fresh insights regardless of prior knowledge or experience. According to Bishop Oyedepo, “You cannot partake of the Kingdom feast without meekness,” a reminder that spiritual growth requires continuous surrender.
Alongside meekness, the message placed great emphasis on the authenticity of the new birth. Salvation, the Bishop stated, is not a cultural label or social status but a life-transforming experience evidenced by visible changes in character and lifestyle. True repentance produces fruit, and without proof, any claim to salvation is empty. Worshippers were encouraged to practice daily self-examination to ensure that their Christian walk aligns with scriptural expectations.
The fruits of the Spirit were presented as immediate and verifiable signs of a genuine encounter with God. Love expressed through obedience, joy that radiates from salvation, deep inner peace, unwavering faith, and a sober awareness of eternal accountability were identified as essential indicators of a life governed by the Holy Spirit. Each of these, according to the message, enables the believer to walk in supernatural dominion and demonstrate God’s power naturally.
The opening night also featured strong prophetic declarations that resonated across the vast congregation. Among them were words of peace, safety, and divine intervention, including a reference to a potentially catastrophic incident avoided by grace. The Bishop proclaimed that homes would experience turnaround testimonies, stagnation would give way to advancement, long-standing obstacles would shift, and losses would end for participants engaging the Word with faith and obedience. These declarations fueled anticipation for the testimonies expected to unfold throughout the week.
As the global Winners’ family continues to connect through onsite and online platforms, the emphasis remains on preparing spiritually for fresh revelations and faith-building encounters. Participants have been encouraged to engage in fasting, meditation, and consistent application of the Word as essential steps to unlocking the theme of the year. With each session expected to build upon the foundations laid on opening night, Shiloh 2025 is steadily shaping into a transformative experience for millions seeking divine renewal and new beginnings.
The event, which continues daily at 7 p.m. until December 14, has already captured widespread attention across social media pages of various local assemblies and the official global platforms of the Living Faith Church Worldwide. As worshippers gather through the week, the atmosphere remains charged with anticipation for unprecedented breakthroughs and a deeper understanding of the supernatural life that Shiloh seeks to impart.
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