David Oranye Steps into Priesthood at 26
The glory of God was made manifest at the Nation Builders’
Cathedral, Christ Holy Church International, Mbonu Ojike/Obosi
Street, Fegge, Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria, on Friday, 16th
October 2020, as members of the church, family members,
colleagues, friends, and well-wishers from far and near gathered
to witness the historic Priestly Ordination of Evangelist David
Oranye Okoh. The 26-year-old David was ordained by his father, the
Archbishop and General Superintendent of Christ Holy Church
International, His Grace, Most Rev. (Dr.) Daniel Okoh. The Board
of Superintendents assisted him. The auditorium, premises, and
streets surrounding the cathedral were filled with congregants who
came to witness the event.
In his sermon, YOU CAN, the Arch Bishop assured the Ordinand of
God’s support for the tasks ahead. Making references from Jeremiah
chapter 1, he gave reasons why David Okoh should not be afraid or
in doubt. Thus, God knew him from the beginning; God knew the
abilities he had poured into him, God had set him apart, He didn’t
choose himself, etc. In his words, during the days of Jeremiah,
many things were fashionable, such as idolatry and wickedness,
among others, which made him doubt his call initially. Still, in
the midst of these, God gave him victory. The General
Superintendent encouraged the Ordinand, Ministers, and Christians
who are scared of answering God’s call due to perceived
inabilities to hope in God, who renews the strength of the
called.
“God will not disqualify us due to our weaknesses, disabilities,
or inabilities. God will handle that Himself. He makes one who is
weak to be strong”, he said. Speaking to newsmen, the newly
ordained Priest, David Okoh, noted that the event was a testimony
and an unforgettable experience in his life’s story. “I didn’t
really see this coming soon; in fact, I lost hope, but I just had
to keep the faith, and by God’s grace, we are celebrating the
manifestations of God’s promises. It’s really a testimony”, he
said. “My driving force had been personal revelations and
conviction, which confirm testimonies from people around me. My
parents, too, were wonderful in seeing that today comes into
reality; they always assured me that I could do it… this is just
the first step, and you know that the journey of a thousand miles
starts with a step. I am confident that God is with me; I will get
to the zenith of my career.”
“To all the young men who are still doubting God’s power, let me
assure them that it is possible, but it is not rocket science. God
is there, but you have to play your part to attain that desired
destination. It is going to demand perseverance. There is
celebration today, but I must say the journey here was not easy.
There were worries, calamities, etc., but in the end, God showed
himself,” he responded. Present at the event were International
Executives Committee members of the CHC Men’s Fellowship, Central
Executive members of the CHC Youth Fellowship, family and friends
of the newly ordained, General Secretariat staff, staff of the
NationBuilders College of Technology, Asaba, Delta State,
gentlemen of the press, members and ministers of Christ Holy
Church International. The event also featured a thanksgiving
session, choral, and solo renditions, among others.
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