In every difficult circumstance, we will always have a choice between sorrow and joy, but sorrow only breaks the spirit and prolongs the pain. Joy raises the countenance, illuminating the entire scenario, inspiring awe in observers and giving encouragement to those in equally dire straits.

— Taiwo Odukoya (1956–2023), Pastor, Mitbegründer der Fountain of Life Church, Autor

Topics: Joy & Gratitude, Suffering & the Question of God, Courage & Strength

Taiwo Odukoya

Taiwo Odukoya war ein nigerianischer Pastor und Autor der Pfingstbewegung, der 1992 die Megakirche The Fountain of Life Church in Lagos mitbegründete und leitete. Bekannt wurde er für seine Schwerpunkte auf christlicher Leiterschaft, Familie und gesellschaftlicher Integrität sowie für seine theologische Auseinandersetzung mit persönlichem Leid nach schweren Schicksalsschlägen. Heutigen Bibellesern bieten seine Schriften praxisnahe Impulse für ethische Verantwortung, soziale Initiativen und Glaubensresilienz.

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