It Was God That Spoke to Me to Stay Back in US – Pastor Sam Adeyemi

The Senior Pastor of Daystar Christian Centre, Sam Adeyemi, recently shared the reasons behind his decision to relocate to the United States. In a candid interview with Channel TV’s Seun Okinbaloye, Pastor Sam Adeyemi opened up about a series of dreams that influenced his choice to stay in the US rather than return to Nigeria amidst the #EndSARS protests

An Unexpected Journey

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Pastor Sam Adeyemi and his family found themselves in the US, where all their children were residing. Initially planning to return to Nigeria once in-person church services resumed, their plans were delayed due to the #EndSARS protests that erupted in Nigeria. Pastor Adeyemi revealed that a series of vivid dreams experienced by him and his wife gave them pause and led them to reconsider their return to Nigeria.

“I had a dream in which I found myself in a violent altercation while in Nigeria. Hearing this, my wife shared a similar dream in which she felt uneasy about returning to Nigeria,” Pastor Adeyemi explained. These prophetic visions, coupled with warnings from concerned family members in Nigeria, prompted Pastor Adeyemi and his wife to seek spiritual guidance and prayerfully consider their next steps. “When I shouted ‘in the name of Jesus Christ’ in the dream, I woke up my wife, and we both sensed danger,” he recounted.

Divine Direction

Despite their initial plans to return to Nigeria, Pastor Adeyemi’s dreams and subsequent warnings led them to seek counsel from the leadership of Daystar Christian Centre. After sharing their experiences and concerns with the church elders, Pastor Adeyemi and his wife made the difficult decision to remain in the US for an extended period.
During their time in the US, Pastor Adeyemi reflected on the strengths and resilience of Daystar Christian Centre, highlighting the church’s commitment to empowering individuals and leveraging technology to reach a global audience. As Pastor Adeyemi navigated this unexpected season of relocation, he felt a shift in focus towards a more global ministry while ensuring the continued success of Daystar Christian Centre.

Spiritual Discernment

As seasoned Christians, Pastor Adeyemi and his wife saw these dreams as potential messages from God. “If God is speaking to me, I should have an idea that it is God speaking,” he mused. Their decision to pray fervently and seek advice from their church elders ultimately led them to stay in the US for an extended period.

Church Leadership

Despite their physical absence, Pastor Adeyemi emphasized the importance of empowering church leaders to keep Daystar Christian Centre thriving in their absence. By leveraging technology and training investments, the church maintained its momentum even as the pastor focused on his global ministry. “We call it an organizational miracle,” Pastor Adeyemi remarked, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of Daystar’s systems. The church’s ability to weather his prolonged absence underscored its strength and stability.

A New Chapter

After almost three years of prayerful consideration and seeking divine guidance, Pastor Sam Adeyemi and his wife eventually received confirmation to return to Nigeria. This decision marked a new chapter in their ministry, with a renewed emphasis on global outreach and leveraging technology to impact lives beyond the local church setting.
As Daystar Christian Centre continues to thrive and expand its reach, Pastor Adeyemi’s journey of relocation to the US serves as a testament to faithfulness, discernment, and obedience to divine guidance. Through prayer, dreams, and wise counsel, Pastor Adeyemi and his wife navigated a season of uncertainty with grace and trust in God’s leading.

In conclusion, Pastor Sam Adeyemi’s decision to relocate to the US was driven by a series of compelling dreams, spiritual guidance, and strategic planning. Through these experiences, he has demonstrated a deep faith and a willingness to adapt to new opportunities for global impact. His story serves as an inspiration to others facing difficult decisions and seeking divine direction in their lives.