About Us

Founder's Message

Liberating the World Through the Word of Faith

"The hour has come to liberate the world from all oppressions of the devil through the preaching of the word of faith..."

Bishop David Olaniyan Oyedepo was born on September 27, 1954. He is the founder and presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide, also known as Winners' Chapel, and its affiliated international churches.

In 1981, he founded Living Faith Church World Outreach Ministry (aka Winners' Chapel) in response to a divine mandate received during an 18-hour long vision. The commission was to liberate the world from all oppressions of the devil through the preaching of the word of faith.

Under his leadership, the ministry has grown to become one of the largest congregations in the world, with thousands of churches across Africa and beyond.

Bishop David O. Oyedepo

Pastor's Message

Pastor Faith Abiola Oyedepo

First Vice President (Education)

Pastor Faith Abiola Oyedepo is the wife of Bishop David Oyedepo and serves as the First Vice President overseeing the educational arm of the ministry. She is a woman of great faith and wisdom, committed to raising godly children and impacting lives through education and spiritual mentorship.

vision mission

Liberating the World Through the Word of Faith

our vision

To Liberate Mankind in All Facets of Human Existence

Our vision is to liberate mankind in all facets of human existence, to restore broken destinies, and to bring healing to the sick and brokenhearted.

We envision a world where every individual is set free from all oppressions of the devil through the preaching of the word of faith. Our vision encompasses liberation in every area of life—spiritual, physical, emotional, and material. Through the power of God's Word, we see destinies restored, lives transformed, and healing brought to those in need.

our mission

Our Divine Mandate to Liberate the World

Our mandate for ministry was received from the LORD Himself in an 18-hour vision. During this vision, a commission was received from the LORD to liberate mankind in all facets of human existence, to restore broken destinies, and to bring healing to the sick and brokenhearted.

This was the Divine mandate received from the LORD:

"The hour has come to liberate the world from all oppressions of the devil through the preaching of the word of faith, and I am sending you to undertake this task."

Today, testimonies of liberation through our messages, books, tapes, magazines and other periodicals are most humbling. The word of faith is working like fire for the liberation of mankind across the nations.

our approach

Preaching the Word of Faith Across All Nations

We carry out our divine mandate through the systematic preaching and teaching of the word of faith, reaching people across all nations and continents.

Our approach to fulfilling this commission is multi-faceted. Through dynamic worship services, powerful teaching sessions, and comprehensive discipleship programs, we share the liberating message of faith. We also extend our reach through various media platforms including books, audio tapes, magazines, and digital publications that carry the word of faith to millions worldwide.

The word of faith continues to work like fire for the liberation of mankind, bringing transformation, healing, and restoration to countless lives across the globe. We remain committed to this divine assignment, trusting in the power of God's Word to set people free in every area of their existence.

The 12 Pillars of Our Commission

Foundational areas of spiritual emphasis guiding our ministry

The Word

1. The Word

JOHN 1:1-12, HEBREWS 1:3

Foundation for spiritual truth and understanding

Consecration

2. Consecration

1 JOHN 5:4, EPHESIANS 6:16

Dedication to holy living and spiritual commitment

Faith

3. Faith

1 JOHN 5:4, EPHESIANS 6:16

Trust in God's promises and divine provision

Prayer

4. Prayer

1 THESSALONIANS 5:17, PHILIPPIANS 4:6

Communion with God through constant communication

Wisdom

5. Wisdom

PROVERBS 4:7, JAMES 1:5

Divine insight for successful living

Power

6. Power

ACTS 1:8, 2 TIMOTHY 1:7

Divine enablement for supernatural living

Vision

7. Vision

PROVERBS 29:18, HABAKKUK 2:2

Clear divine direction for purpose

Kingdom

8. Kingdom

MATTHEW 6:33, COLOSSIANS 3:2

Focusing on God's kingdom first

Success

9. Success

JOSHUA 1:8, PSALM 1:3

Divinely ordained prosperity and achievement

Healing

10. Healing

ISAIAH 53:5, 1 PETER 2:24

Divine health and wholeness in Christ

Victory

11. Victory

1 CORINTHIANS 15:57, 1 JOHN 5:4

Triumph over all challenges through Christ

Praise

12. Praise

PSALM 22:3, PSALM 150:6

Exalting God through worship and thanksgiving

How Living Faith Church Began

The Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners' Chapel) was birthed out of an 18-hour long vision received by Bishop David Oyedepo in May 1981. In this divine encounter, he received a clear mandate to liberate the world from all oppressions of the devil, through the preaching of the word of faith.

What began as a small Bible study fellowship has grown into a global movement with thousands of churches spanning six continents. The ministry is founded on the unwavering belief in the integrity of God's Word and the covenant-keeping nature of God.

The scriptural foundation of the church is built on the understanding that "it seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order" (Luke 1:3). This systematic approach to the Word of God has produced remarkable testimonies of transformation across the world.