Pastor Unable to Walk after Embarking on 21 Days Fasting, Video Shows Members Carrying Him
- Pastor Victor Great, the lead cleric of Zion Ark of Covenant International Bible Church Inc. in Delta State, struggled to walk unaided as he returned to his church after 21 days of fasting
- According to his church's report, Victor embarked on 21 days of dry fasting, and did not eat food, drink water or consume fruits
- A video released by the church showed the pastor being carried into the church due to his physical condition as a result of the fasting
The lead pastor of Zion Ark of Covenant International Bible Church Inc., Delta State, caused a commotion in his church as he returned after 21 days of fasting.
In a video released on his church's Facebook page, the Warri-based cleric was helped and carried into the church as he struggled to walk unaided.
Source: Facebook
The returning pastor wore a white outfit, along with all his church officials who assisted him. His members all adorned in white as if it were a dress code of sorts.
Members, believed to be church workers, carried Victor to the altar and laid him on a white cloth that had already been spread.
Members were in a worshipful mood and emotional in the video as Victor was helped to the altar. According to a statement released by his church, Victor embarked on a 21-day dry fast, abstaining from all food, fruit, water, and substances.
Significance of pastor's fast
The church further stated that the pastor always embarks on the fast every September, a tradition he has followed for 18 years.
On the significance of the pastor's persevering exercise, the church explained that it was a sacrifice for destinies, families and the body of Christ. The church's statement read:
"Today, our man of God, Pastor Victor Great, returned to church after 21 days and 21 nights of dry fasting — no food, water, fruits or substance.
"We saw his body weak, but the glory of God shining so strong upon him. The atmosphere was filled with God’s presence. 🔥
"For 18 years, every September, he has embarked on this life-risking journey, not for applause or self-glorification but out of willingness and availability to fulfill God’s purpose of closing graves and establishing the altar of life, light, and immortality to bring men and women into the ark of preservation.
"This is not just a fast, it is a sacrifice for destinies, families, and the body of Christ. And today, we rejoiced to welcome him back with great thanksgiving."
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People moved by pastor's religious exercise
Legit.ng has compiled some reactions to the pastor's religious exercise below:
God'spower Okeoghene Onoseme said:
"Wao... I celebrate the great grace of God upon this great servant of God but papa needs to take it easy, his body is obviously getting frail and he is still needed here for us.
"More grace sir."
Erica Ese said:
"My God this man of God is indeed different. I pray God almighty will continue to strengthen you sir and give you more grace and annioting in Jesus name Amen."
Comr Victor said:
"Oh my God what a sacrifice for a man to paid. I connect myself and family to this sacrifice Amen."
Temisan Samuel Sodje said:
"Thank you God of Life and Immortality for This victory,Death has been swallowed up in victory..Pst Victor Great is a Testament that there are still genuine Men of God and that when God Sends you he Backs you."
Lucky Etadafe said:
"All glory, honour and adoration be given to the God of our father Rev. Pst Victor Great, for an amazing successful wilderness journey, in fulfilment of obedience to the mandate of Capital God, the God of life, light and immortality,Me and my entire family salute you the almighty God on this 18yr milestone of waiting upon the Lord."
Samuel Isiwu said:
"All my life, I have never seen a man of God committed to doing God’s work like our beloved Shepherd Pastor Victor Great.
"This is a huge sacrifice for the body of Christ and more importantly one that is aligned to the mandate of zion which is to close graves, help men and women to live above untimely death and establish the covenant of life, light and immortality on earth.
"We give God all the glory!"
Pastor Adeboye declared 100 fasting
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Pastor Adeboye had earlier declared 100 days of fasting and prayers for members of RCCG.
The cleric expressed concern over escalating conflicts around the world. Adeboye warned that if these tensions were not addressed, they could spiral into a global crisis.
Speaking further, Adeboye outlined specific instructions for the fasting period, exempting members aged 70 and above from full participation.
Source: Legit.ng
