RCCG July 5-31 2026 Fast: Preparing with Power for the Annual Convention
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has officially commenced its seasonal spiritual warfare. As directed by our Father in the Lord, Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the global RCCG family is embarking on a powerful daily fasting and prayer programme. This specialized fasting season is designed to humble our hearts, cleanse our tabernacles, and physically and spiritually prepare millions of believers worldwide for the forthcoming RCCG Annual Convention.
If you want to experience the raw, unhindered move of the Holy Spirit during this global gathering, participating in this fast is non-negotiable.
RCCG DAILY FASTING AND PRAYER FOR THE FORTHCOMING ANNUAL CONVENTION
DAY 25
RCCG DAY 25 JULY FASTING AND PRAYER
SPECIAL PRAYER FOR THE CHILDREN, TEENAGERS AND THE YOUTHS
Wednesday, 29th July 2026
SCRIPTURE FOUNDATIONS
Psalm 127:3-5 – “Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb is a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are the children of one’s youth. Happy is the man who has his quiver full of them; they shall not be ashamed, but shall speak with their enemies in the gate.”
Lamentations 3:27 – “It is good for a man to bear the yoke in his youth.”
1 Timothy 4:12 – “Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.”
INTRODUCTION
Today, we lift up the next generation—our children, teenagers, and youths. They are not just the future of the church; they are the church of today. God has given them as a heritage, a reward, and arrows in the hand of a warrior. We pray for their protection, direction, purity, and purpose. We declare that they will be mighty vessels in God’s hands, relevant in their generation, and free from every evil influence. As we prepare for the Convention, we commit them into God’s hands and pray for all the coordinators and workers who will minister to them.
OFFICIAL PRAYER POINTS WITH PERSONALIZED COMMENTARY
PRAYER POINT 1
Father, we thank You, the Giver of good and perfect gifts. (James 1:17)
Personalized Commentary:
Father, I thank You because every good and perfect gift comes from You. You are the Giver of life, the Giver of children, and the Giver of every blessing. Thank You for the gift of the next generation. I praise You for the children, teenagers, and youths You have entrusted to us. They are Your gifts, and I receive them with thanksgiving!
PRAYER POINT 2
Father, we thank You for the gift of children. That which money cannot buy, in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 127:1-3)
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I thank You for the precious gift of children. They cannot be bought with money; they are from You. Thank You for every child, teenager, and youth in RCCG. They are a heritage and a reward from You. I treasure them and thank You for entrusting them to the church and to families. May they always know they are gifts from Your hand!
PRAYER POINT 3
Father, we thank You because You have a purpose for our children, in Jesus’ name. (Matthew 19:14)
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I thank You that You have a purpose for every child. Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, for of such is the kingdom of heaven.” Thank You that our children are not an accident; they are a divine assignment. They have a destiny, a calling, and a purpose in Your kingdom. Thank You for Your plans for them!
PRAYER POINT 4
Father, please make our children mighty vessels in Your hand, in Jesus’ name.
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray that our children will be mighty vessels in Your hand. Like Timothy, may they be examples in word, conduct, love, spirit, faith, and purity. Like David, may they be warriors who defeat giants. Like Daniel, may they be unshaken in a foreign land. Use them mightily for Your glory!
PRAYER POINT 5
Father, by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, direct all our children and teenagers Coordinators in all their activities during this year’s Convention, in Jesus’ name. (Genesis 46:34)
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray for all the coordinators and workers who will minister to children and teenagers at this Convention. Direct them by Your Holy Spirit. Give them creativity, patience, wisdom, and the right words. Let every activity, every lesson, and every interaction be inspired by You. May the children encounter You through their leaders!
PRAYER POINT 6
Father, let the spirit of obedience and purity be released upon all our children and teenagers afresh during this year’s Convention, in Jesus’ name.
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray for a fresh release of the spirit of obedience and purity upon our children and teenagers. Let them have a heart that obeys You and their parents. Let them be pure in heart, mind, and body. Protect them from the spirit of rebellion and defilement. Let them be examples of purity in their generation!
PRAYER POINT 7
Father, we command the spirit of laziness and worldliness to get out of the life of our children, in Jesus’ name. (Proverbs 6:9-10)
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I command the spirit of laziness and worldliness to leave the lives of our children. Let them not be slothful or complacent. Let them not love the world or the things of the world. Remove every love for pleasure that distracts them from purpose. Give them a zeal for righteousness and a passion for Your kingdom!
PRAYER POINT 8
Father, please guide and protect our young people from all forms of harm during this year’s Convention, in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 32:8)
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray for divine guidance and protection for every young person at this Convention. Guide their steps, their decisions, and their interactions. Protect them from accidents, harm, and evil influences. Let no evil befall them. Instruct them and teach them in the way they should go. Keep them safe in Your care!
PRAYER POINT 9
Father, please make our youth relevant, useful, and responsible in their generation, in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 71:7)
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray that our youth will be relevant in their generation. Let them not be passive or irrelevant. Let them be useful—serving, contributing, and making a difference. Let them be responsible—taking ownership of their faith, their future, and their calling. Let them be the ones who turn their generation to You!
PRAYER POINT 10
Father, arise and destroy every power, gathering, and arrangement wasting opportunities in the lives of our youth. (Job 20:15)
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray against every power, gathering, and arrangement that is wasting the opportunities of our youth. Every plan of the enemy to steal their destiny, kill their dreams, and destroy their future—I command it to be destroyed. Arise, Lord, and scatter every evil gathering against them. Restore every wasted opportunity!
PRAYER POINT 11
Father, please deliver all our children from the hands of the wicked, the unrighteous, kidnappers, and cruel men of this world, in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 71:4)
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray for deliverance for our children from every wicked and cruel hand. Protect them from kidnappers, abusers, and evil people. Deliver them from those who seek to harm them or lead them astray. Let no weapon formed against them prosper. Be their refuge and their deliverer!
PRAYER POINT 12
Father, please destroy every spirit of defilement among our children and teenagers, in Jesus’ name.
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray against every spirit of defilement among our children and teenagers. Protect them from sexual defilement, moral defilement, and spiritual defilement. Let them be pure vessels. Sanctify them wholly—spirit, soul, and body. Let the Holy Spirit keep them from every form of corruption!
PRAYER POINT 13
Father, prolong the life of Mummy and Daddy G.O., as they have chosen to invest heavily in children’s education, making it a priority in RCCG.
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray for the long life of Daddy G.O. and Nummy G.O. Thank You for their investment in children’s education and the next generation. Prolong their lives, strengthen their health, and preserve their leadership. Let them see the fruit of their investment—a generation that rises up to serve You. Let their days be many!
PRAYER POINT 14
Father, renew their strength and wisdom as they care for the well-being and desire a glorious destiny for our younger generation.
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray for renewed strength and wisdom for Daddy G.O. and Nummy G.O. as they care for the younger generation. Give them fresh vision, fresh energy, and fresh insight. Let their desire for a glorious destiny for our youth be fulfilled. May they continue to guide, nurture, and release this generation!
PRAYER POINT 15
Father, keep all our children and teenagers from any form of accident within and outside the Redemption City during this year’s Convention, in Jesus’ name.
Personalized Commentary:
Lord, I pray for the safety of every child and teenager at this Convention. Keep them from all accidents—within the Redemption City and as they travel. Protect them from harm, injury, and danger. Let them enjoy the Convention in safety and return home in peace. Watch over them and keep them safe!
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DECLARATIONS FOR THE NEXT GENERATION
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I declare that our children, teenagers, and youths are gifts and a heritage from the Lord!
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I declare that they are mighty vessels in God’s hands, relevant and responsible in their generation!
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I declare that the spirit of obedience and purity rests upon them afresh!
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I declare that the spirits of laziness, worldliness, and defilement are destroyed in their lives!
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I declare that they are protected from all harm, accidents, and evil people!
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I declare that they will fulfill God’s purpose for their lives and become MOUNTAIN MOVERS!
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I declare that Daddy G.O. and Nummy G.O. will live long and see the fruit of their investment!
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I declare that every wasted opportunity is restored, and every plan of the enemy is destroyed!
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I declare that our youth will be examples in word, conduct, love, spirit, faith, and purity!
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I declare that the next generation will arise and shine for the glory of God!
CLOSING PRAYER
Heavenly Father, I thank You for the children, teenagers, and youths of RCCG. They are Your heritage, Your reward, and Your arrows in the hand of a warrior. I commit them into Your hands.
Lord, protect them, guide them, and direct them. Make them mighty vessels in Your hand. Release the spirit of obedience and purity upon them. Destroy every spirit of laziness, worldliness, and defilement in their lives.
I pray for all the coordinators and workers who will minister to them at this Convention. Direct them by Your Holy Spirit. Let every activity be inspired by You.
I pray for Daddy G.O. and Nummy G.O.—prolong their lives, renew their strength and wisdom, and let them see the fruit of their investment in the next generation.
Keep every child and teenager safe from all harm and accidents. Let them encounter You at this Convention. Let them leave changed, filled with Your Spirit, and ready to move mountains in their generation!
In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen!
SONG OF DECLARATION
“Children are a heritage from the Lord, blessed is the man who has his quiver full! Arrows in the hand of a warrior, they shall speak with their enemies in the gate!”
Raise the next generation. Pray for them. Protect them. Believe in them. They are MOUNTAIN MOVERS!
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RCCG ANNUAL CONVENTION – DAY 5
PRAYER OF MERCY
Scripture References: Romans 3:23, 6:23, Psalm 103:11, Exodus 33:19
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Father, we are grateful for Your mercies that have sustained RCCG in Jesus’ name. (Lamentations 3:21-22)
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Father, thank You for Your grace and mercy renewed every morning in Jesus’ name.
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Father, we are grateful for the compassion, loving kindness and favor we receive always in Jesus’ name.
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Father, by mercy, forgive us all our sins and trespasses in Jesus’ name. (1 John 1:8)
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Father, lead us in paths of righteousness with grace to abide in Your secret place always in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 91:1)
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Father, give us hearts that daily long after doing Your will at all times in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 42:1)
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Father, grant us grace to walk daily in the light of the truth that can set us free in Jesus’ name. (John 8:32)
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Father, renew our minds, longing for Divine fellowship, for soul cleansing by the Blood in Jesus’ name. (1 John 1:7)
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Father, visit my family with your mercy and teach us to always be content in Jesus’ name.
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Father, by your mercy, let every participant in this year’s Convention go home with miracles in Jesus’ name.
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Father, have mercy on every participant in this year’s Convention and heal all pains in Jesus’ name. (Matthew 15:16)
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Father, have mercy, grant every participant in this year’s Convention boldness to enter into the throne of grace for answered prayers in Jesus’ name. (Hebrews 4:16)
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Father, help us to know that in all situations, your grace is sufficient for us every day in Jesus’ name. (2 Corinthians 12:9)
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Father, let the blood of Jesus avail for your church for all her shortcomings in Jesus’ name. (1 John 1:7)
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Father, have mercy upon our nation and Nigeria for peace to reign at all times in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 122:6)
Official Prayer Points for Day 3: Thanksgiving for Past Conventions
BIBLE TEXT: Psalm 92:4
INTRODUCTION: Let us bless the Lord from the depths of our hearts for His goodness and mercy over our lives and family through the works of His hands and the wonder of His doings through past Conventions and special programmes.
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Father, we thank You for being our help in ages past; for all the mercies and blessings, in Jesus’ name. — Psalm 90:1
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Father, we are grateful that the blessings of these past Conventions and the upcoming one will have a lasting impact in Jesus’ name. — Proverbs 10:22
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Father, we thank You for Your unwavering faithfulness throughout the past Conventions by fulfilling every purpose. — Lamentations 3:23
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Father, we thank You for Your steadfast love, which never fails us in Jesus’ name. — Lamentations 3:22
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Father, we are grateful for Your manifest presence in every one of our past Conventions and other gatherings in Jesus’ name. — Matthew 18:20
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Father, we thank You for providing for the needs of Your church according to Your riches in glory by Christ Jesus in Jesus’ name. — Philippians 4:19
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Father, thank You for every life touched, transformed, and renewed during the past Conventions in Jesus’ name. — Luke 15:10
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Father, thank You for anointing and empowering Your sons and daughters who minister Your Word in Jesus’ name. — Romans 10:15
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Father, thank You for Your peace that surpasses all understanding and which guards our hearts and minds in Jesus’ name. — Philippians 4:7
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Father, we thank You for open heavens and answered prayers during the past Conventions in Jesus’ name. — Jeremiah 33:3
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Father, we are grateful for Your protection over all attendees throughout the program in Jesus’ name. — Psalm 121:8
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Father, we give thanks for Your healing power manifesting in Your church in Jesus’ name. — Isaiah 53:5
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Father, we appreciate You for every worker and volunteer who has laboured diligently during these programs in Jesus’ name. — Galatians 6:9
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Father, we are grateful for the joy of Your presence that fills our hearts and homes after the Conventions in Jesus’ name. — Psalm 16:11
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Father, we thank You for the strength we receive daily and renewed in our lives thereafter in Jesus’ name. — Nehemiah 2:18
Complete Day 2 Prayer Points: Grateful Hearts of Thanksgiving
Scripture Readings: Psalm 136, Psalm 34:1-4
1. Father, we give You thanks because You are good: We declare that Your mercy over our lives, our immediate families, and the entire RCCG global family endures forever. (Psalm 136:1)
2. Father, thank You for Your supreme authority: We give thanks to the God of gods and Lord of lords, who alone performs great wonders in our midst. (Psalm 136:2-3)
3. Father, thank You for your creative power and guidance: Thank You for by Your wisdom You stretched out the earth, created the lights, and have continuously guided our steps throughout the first half of this year 2026.
4. Father, thank You for delivering us from the hand of the enemy: We bless Your holy name because You remembered us in our low estate and have continuously redeemed us from every spiritual and physical oppressor. (Psalm 136:23-24)
5. Father, I will bless You at all times: I decree that Your praise shall continually and consistently be in my mouth, regardless of the physical situations surrounding me. (Psalm 34:1)
6. Father, thank You for answering our corporate prayers: We thank You because when we sought You, You heard us, answered our deepest cries, and delivered us from all our fears. (Psalm 34:4)
7. Father, thank You for the upcoming 74th Annual Convention: We give You early thanks because we know that from the 3rd to the 9th of August 2026, the global gathering at Redemption City will be filled with unprecedented testimonies.
8. Father, thank You for the life, health, and continuous multi-dimensional protection over our General Overseer, Pastor E.A. Adeboye, and his entire family. Thank You for keeping him strong and sharp for this generation.
9. Father, thank You for providing physical and spiritual food for all your children: We give You thanks because You give food to all flesh and sustain our bodies daily. (Psalm 136:25)
10. Father, we give thanks unto the God of heaven: We close our altars today declaring that Your steadfast love, Your covenant faithfulness, and Your mercy over the Redeemed Christian Church of God will never fail. (Psalm 136:26)
The Spiritual Mechanics of Thanksgiving in RCCG Fasting
Within the Redeemed Christian Church of God, fasting is never approached as a sad, burdensome ritual. Instead, it is approached as a celebratory positioning for a supernatural shift. When we fast and combine our abstinence with deep thanksgiving, we replicate the exact scriptural pattern of Jesus before the miracle of the loaves and fishes, and before the raising of Lazarus.
Complete Day 1 Prayer Points: Praise and Worship
Scripture Readings: Psalm 100:1-4, Exodus 4:31, Revelation 4:11, Revelation 5:12-14
1. Father, we worship You: You alone are worthy of our praises, our adoration, and our deep reverence. Take all the glory in Jesus’ name. (Revelation 5:12)
2. Father, we bow before Your Majesty: We honor You, our Father in heaven, for Your absolute dominion, Your unmatched power, and Your continuous oversight over the global RCCG family. (Psalm 29:4)
3. Father, hallowed be Your name: Let Your kingdom come and let Your perfect will be done in our lives, our families, and throughout the upcoming Annual Convention just as it is in heaven.
4. Father, thank You for life and preservation: We give You praise for the privilege to see July 2026 and for the grace to participate in this preparatory fasting season.
5. Father, we praise You for Your faithfulness: Thank You for all the previous conventions, the endless testimonies, and the mighty signs and wonders You have wrought through Your church.
6. Father, let the canopy of Your glory cover us: As we open this fast with intense praise, let Your presence saturate every home, parish, and the Redemption Camp globally.
General Overview: The Power of RCCG Fasting
The Redeemed Christian Church of God, established in 1952, has grown from a small group in Nigeria to a global network spanning over 190 nations. At the foundational core of RCCG’s global impact is a deep commitment to the spiritual disciplines of prayer and fasting.
Fasting seasons within RCCG are highly prophetic. They are not merely empty religious traditions; they are structural alignment windows where the physical flesh is subdued so that the human spirit can catch the raw, undiluted signals of heaven. When the global church fasts in unity under the apostolic mantle, chains are broken, territorial altars are pulled down, and personal blockages vanish.
Honoring the Vessel: Pastor E.A. Adeboye
Lovingly addressed by millions as “Daddy G.O.,” Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye has been the General Overseer of the RCCG since 1981. Under his humble, visionary leadership, the church has experienced unprecedented global expansion.
Daddy G.O. remains a shining prototype of holiness, humility, and rigorous spiritual discipline. When he releases a directive for a church-wide fast, it is backed by structural intercession and an acute ear to the throne of God. As loyal sons and daughters of this mission, aligning with his instructions places us under a corporate covenant of protection and divine breakthrough.
Fueling Your Anticipation for the Annual Convention
The RCCG Annual Convention, held every August at the Redemption Camp (Km 46, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Nigeria) and broadcasted globally, is the highlight of the church calendar. It is a holy convocation where God sets a distinct table for His people.
Spiritual Principle: The depth of your expectation determines the dimension of your manifestation.
Do not go into this convention season casually. Use the July 2026 fast to build a spiritual reservoir. Write down your specific prayer requests, keep your spiritual antenna alert, and actively expect a total turnaround. God does not gather His children in vain.
Practical Fasting Guidelines & Breaking Protocols
To maximize this spiritual exercise while keeping your physical body strong, you must adopt a healthy, balanced approach to fasting.
Daily Fasting Rules
- The Standard Fast: Most members observe a normal fast by abstaining from all food and drinks from 12:00 Midnight until 6:00 PM daily.
- The Dry Fast Option: For those who choose advanced options (such as continuous dry fasting), ensure you strictly follow the conversion models explicitly outlined by the church leadership based on your health capacity.
- The Heart Posture: Combine your fasting with active prayer. Simply avoiding food without dedicated prayer and Word study is nothing more than a physical hunger strike.
How to Safely Break Your Fast at 6:00 PM
- Hydrate First: Do not rush into heavy foods immediately. Start with room-temperature water or a warm, clear herbal tea to activate your digestive organs smoothly.
- Keep it Light: Begin your evening meal with light, easily digestible items before eating solid foods.
- Portion Control: Keep your portions moderate. Overeating at night defeats the physical benefits of detoxification and makes you too sluggish to join evening revival prayers.
Best Foods to Eat During This Fasting Season
To maintain premium energy and avoid digestive distress across the days of the fast, ensure your evening meals contain:
* Hydrating Fruits: Watermelon, oranges, and cucumbers to replenish lost fluids.
* Warm Liquids: Vegetable broth, pepper soup, or light oats.
* Complex Carbs & Fibers: Plantains, brown rice, or sweet potatoes to provide sustained energy for the next day’s activities.
* Lean Proteins: Boiled or grilled fish and chicken to keep your muscles nourished.
Let us stand strong in unity, family. Lift your voice, raise your altars, and let the fire of the Holy Spirit prepare us all for an unforgettable encounter at the Annual Convention!
The 74th Annual Convention: Mountain Movers
Our hearts are filled with great expectation as we anticipate the mighty move of God, the One who makes every mountain a plain. Join us at the RCCG 74th Annual Convention, themed Mountain Movers, for a life-transforming encounter with the Mountain Mover Himself.
- Date: 3rd – 9th August 2026
- Venue: Redemption City, Mowe, Ogun State
Come expectant. Come believing. Come ready to witness the impossible become possible. The depth of your expectation determines the dimension of your manifestation. Do not go into this convention season casually. Use the July 2026 fast to build a spiritual reservoir. Write down your specific prayer requests, keep your spiritual antenna alert, and actively expect a total turnaround. God does not gather His children in vain.
Faith-Stirring Testimonies from Past RCCG Seasons
To fuel your expectations, remember the diverse wonders the Lord has done in our midst during past conventions and fasts:
- The Miraculous Set of Twins: A couple desperately needed a child, but medical doctors confirmed the wife had no womb due to previous medical situations. During an RCCG programme, a prophetic word was released declaring she would bear twins. She grabbed the word in faith, conceived, and safely delivered a set of twins. The doctor later testified that in over 3,000 surgeries, he had never seen twins carried safely by a woman without a womb.
- The Global Job Turnaround: A member who had been unemployed for years participated aggressively in the spiritual exercises directed by Daddy G.O. Within days of completing the steps, they received an unprompted international remote job offer paying in USD, completely bypassing years of rejection letters.
- The Corporate Breakthrough: Another brother, facing extreme lack, held onto the word of God during a convention service. Refusing to succumb to despair, his business shifted within months, culminating in a massive expansion where he purchased 14 corporate vehicles at once.
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