59 Years On, I'm Yet to Emerge from My Honeymoon Phase - Adeboye

By Folarin Kehinde

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Adejare Adeboye, has attributed the longevity and strength of his marriage to discipline, forgiveness, and constant communication, revealing that he and his wife have remained on honeymoon decades after tying the knot.

Adeboye made the remark during the church’s May Holy Ghost Service themed Excellent Counsel, where he offered practical guidance on sustaining healthy marriages.

“If you are married, take my counsel. I’ve been married now since 1967. By the grace of God, I’m still on honeymoon, because under no circumstance will I go to bed without settling with my wife.”. he said.

The cleric explained that one of the key principles guiding his marriage is the refusal to allow unresolved conflicts linger overnight. Citing biblical injunctions, he urged couples to settle disagreements before going to bed.

“Under no circumstance must the sun go down on your anger,” he said, referencing Ephesians 4:26. “Before we sleep, we settle.”

He noted that misunderstandings are inevitable in any relationship, especially among young couples, but emphasized that maturity lies in prompt reconciliation.

Sharing personal insight, Adeboye admitted that he often takes responsibility during disagreements to ensure peace prevails. According to him, humility and willingness to make amends are essential ingredients for marital stability.

Adeboye also encouraged couples to see themselves as prayer partners, stressing the importance of mutual trust and openness. He warned against sharing sensitive marital issues indiscriminately with outsiders, noting that such actions could expose the relationship to unnecessary risks.

“When husband and wife pray together, they can bear their hearts to each other,” he said, adding that unity in the home strengthens the bond between partners.

Adeboye concluded by urging married couples to embrace forgiveness, effective communication, and spiritual alignment as foundations for enduring relationships, noting that these principles have sustained his own marriage for decades.