By Oladipo Oluwatosin
Introduction
Legacy is what fathers leave behind for future generations. A good legacy is like a precious ruby—valuable, enduring, and a foundation for greater exploits. The Bible emphasizes the importance of honoring the legacy of righteous forefathers.
Proverbs 13:22 states, "A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, but the sinner’s wealth is laid up for the righteous."
Our spiritual fathers have laid a foundation of faith, sacrifice, and commitment, and it is our responsibility to build upon it rather than discard it as rubbish.
Biblical Example: Abraham’s Covenant
Abraham is a prime example of a man whose legacy was a ruby. God established a covenant with him in Genesis 12:2-3, promising to make him a great nation.
His faith and obedience secured a generational blessing that extended to Isaac, Jacob, and ultimately to believers today (Galatians 3:29).
Those who aligned themselves with Abraham’s covenant experienced God’s favor, while those who despised it faced ruin.
Similarly, our fathers in faith have walked with God and left a heritage of revival, holiness, and unwavering belief in divine power.
The challenge is for us to connect with this covenant for greater exploits rather than discard it as outdated or irrelevant.
The Legacies of CAC Founding Fathers
The Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) is built on the legacies of pioneers like Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola, Pastor D. O. Babajide, and Pastor Medaiyese. These men carried divine mantles of prayer, holiness, and evangelism, establishing a church that became a beacon of Pentecostal revival in Nigeria and beyond.
1. Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola:
Known for his extraordinary prayer life, signs, and wonders.
Led the first great revival in Nigeria (1930), which shook the foundations of the nation.
His legacy is a call to the power of prayer and total dependence on God.
2. Pastor D. O. Babajide:
A man of deep biblical knowledge and commitment to teaching sound doctrine.
Trained many pastors and leaders, ensuring the continuity of the faith.
3. Pastor Medaiyese:
Emphasized holiness and righteous living, leaving behind a model of integrity.
These fathers did not seek worldly gain but established a foundation of faith, signs, and deep commitment to God. Their legacy is a ruby to be treasured, not rubbish to be discarded.
Connecting to the Covenant for Greater Exploits
To inherit and build upon the legacies of our fathers, we must:
1. Walk in Their Faith and Sacrifice
Hebrews 13:7: "Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith."
The early CAC fathers lived sacrificial lives, prioritizing God over personal comfort. We must follow in their footsteps.
2. Revive the Culture of Prayer and Fasting
1 Thessalonians 5:17: "Pray without ceasing."
The power of prayer, as demonstrated by Apostle Babalola, is still available today. We must seek God fervently.
3. Remain Rooted in Holiness and Evangelism
1 Peter 1:15-16: "Be holy, for I am holy."
Our fathers preached holiness and led massive evangelistic movements. We must uphold these values.
4. Seek Fresh Revelation and Personal Encounter with God
Exodus 33:18: "Show me Your glory."
Every generation must have its own encounter with God to sustain and expand the legacy.
Conclusion
The legacies of our fathers are not outdated traditions; they are powerful spiritual treasures—rubies of wisdom, prayer, and divine encounters.
To discard them as rubbish is to disconnect from the covenant of blessings. However, by embracing their principles, we position ourselves for even greater exploits in God’s kingdom.
As Jesus said in John 14:12, "Whoever believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works than these will he do."
May we rise to this calling and continue the work our fathers started!
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