Prophet TB Joshua Soars To The Stars

The founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations, Temitope Balogun Joshua, better known as Prophet TB Joshua, is dead. He was aged 57. News of his death filled the media space on Sunday morning after his church confirmed the sad incident.

According to Sahara Reporters, Prophet TB Joshua had been sick for two days. He held a service on Saturday evening and it was on his way to the hospital that he died.

The popular preacher was born on June 12, 1963, in Arigidi, Akoko axis of Ondo State. His death came as a shock to many. His church runs the popular Christian TV channel, Emmanuel TV.

A benevolent preacher par excellence

He constantly attended to the needs of the less privileged. From catering for widows to the giving of scholarships to orphans. Besides, he provided health care for many individuals.

He was a simple man who preached kindness and love with his acts. Those who felt his impact have been mourning him since his death was announced. Worshippers at his church in Ikotun, Lagos were in pain as they spoke about their spiritual leader.

Nigerians react to his death

‘’The passing of my brother TB Joshua saddens me deeply. At 3.00am this morning I was told by one of his daughters that this was fake news and I tweeted as much. Sadly I was misled. 5 minutes ago the same person called me and confirmed the story. @GazetteNGR was right and I am in pain.

One tribute reads: “He was a wonderful, kind, generous, wise, and loving man who was undoubtedly one of God’s ‘end-time’ generals and who did so much for those in need and the body of Christ. My family and I shall miss him dearly as he soars to the stars and takes his place amongst the angels and saints in Heaven.”

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Another mourner says: ‘’The Bible says ‘’to live is Christ and to die is gain’’. It says ‘’O grave where is thy power? O death, where is thy sting?’’ Rest in peace God’s great general. You taught me the power and importance of faith, courage, love, and strength even in the most difficult times! I shall miss you.’’

@Funmicute tweeted, ‘’We may not be directly impacted but for the fact others were impacted by him is enough to celebrate his good works even in death cos we are only remembered by what we have done.’’

Author and social commentator, J.J Omojuwa said, ‘’TB Joshua is a big loss to Nigeria and the Ikotun end of Lagos especially. His church is one of the major points of tourist attractions to Nigeria. And I can’t begin to imagine the impact of his death on businesses, people and the less privileged in that area. May he Rest in Peace.’’

Death is a price every living being must pay. Prophet TB Joshua has paid his price. More so, it is not how long we live but how well. The late preacher has passed on at age 57 but his impact will live in the hearts of those he has touched. May his soul rest in peace.