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I was joking when I asked God for triplets, says woman at RCCG convention

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  • A woman at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) convention shared a testimony of giving birth to triplets after jokingly asking God for them during Pastor Enoch Adeboye's birthday celebration.
  • Initially told she was carrying twins, a later scan revealed three babies, leading to multiple check-ups due to disbelief.
  • After the birth, one of the triplets experienced severe bleeding, prompting the mother to vow to return to the church with the children if they survived, fulfilling her promise with the children named Destiny, Desmond, and Diamond.

A woman attending the ongoing Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) convention in Ogun State has shared a remarkable testimony of giving birth to triplets, an outcome she attributes to a lighthearted request made during Pastor Enoch Adeboye's 83rd birthday celebration last year.

The worshipper, from Region 12 of the church, recounted how, during an event encouraging congregants to ask God for their desires, she jokingly wished for triplets. Her request was inspired by Pastor Adeboye's age, 83, and her desire for the number "three" to be associated with his milestone.

Last year when Daddy GO, Pastor Adeboye, was celebrating his 83rd birthday, they asked us to request from God whatever we wanted. So I jokingly said, ‘Daddy GO is celebrating 83 years, so I want the three on it.’ I asked God for triplets.

— Woman from RCCG Region 12Recounting her initial joking request for triplets during a church event.

Her pregnancy journey was marked by surprise and disbelief. An initial ultrasound indicated she was carrying twins. However, a subsequent scan at seven months revealed three babies, prompting her to undergo four more scans to confirm the astonishing result. The unexpected news was difficult for her to fully accept.

Then I said, ‘God of Adeboye, this was not what I requested for. It was just a joke.’ Afterwards, I delivered the triplets, then the devil wanted to take one. One of them started bleeding blood from the mouth and nose, so I took my scarf and prayed to the God of Adeboye.

— Woman from RCCG Region 12Describing the frightening post-birth complication and her prayer.

The ordeal intensified after the delivery when one of the triplets began bleeding from the mouth and nose, a frightening development that led the mother to make a solemn vow. She prayed to the "God of Adeboye," stating that if her children survived, she would present them at the altar as a testimony. She described the situation as different from her initial, joking request.

True to her vow, the woman introduced her triplets, Destiny, Desmond, and Diamond, to the congregation during the Friday Holy Ghost Service. Their survival and birth were presented as a fulfillment of her prayer, transforming a jest into a profound spiritual experience and a testament to her faith.

I vowed not to worship God if one of those triplets died, but if they survived, I would bring them to the altar for testimony.

— Woman from RCCG Region 12Explaining the vow she made for the survival of her triplets.
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