By Derin Adeogun
A Cherubim and Seraphim (C&S) cleric, Prophet Abraham Adebayo, has confessed to once using the “Seven Books of Moses” during his early years as a minister, prior to his spiritual rebirth. He also shared how he was delivered from the books.
Adebayo, who remains a member of the C&S church but now focuses his ministry strictly on the gospel of Jesus, shared his testimony in an online message monitored by Church Times.
A Transition from Spells to Salvation
He said in the message, “I once used the Seven Books of Moses. You cannot deceive me again regarding those books,” Adebayo stated.
He said further, “I possessed a prophetic gift before I even joined the church. However, when I arrived, some individuals in the church misled me, claiming I needed to ‘fortify’ myself. That was how I was introduced to those texts called the Seven books of Moses.’
Reflecting on his past, he recalled the supernatural influence he and his associates once wielded. “My friends from that era remember. If we attended a revival and decided we didn’t want the drums played, they wouldn’t be played. We achieved this through spells; if you placed your hands on the drum, you would feel an immense heaviness. We could even turn day into night using ‘strange names.’ At the time, we believed we were practicing the core tenets of C&S.”
Adebayo noted that his perspective changed only after a spiritual awakening. “We never realized we were grieving God until He saved and delivered me. When I became born again, I initially wanted to leave the church, but God instructed me to stay.. He told me he would use me to bring revival to the church “
Defending the Legacy of Moses Orimolade
Adebayo, who admits he lost many friends due to his decision to remain in the denomination while preaching a reformed message, also cleared misconceptions about the church’s founder, Moses Orimolade Tunolase. He emphasized that Orimolade’s original teachings were centered on Christ.
While the Cherubim and Seraphim Church—established by Orimolade in November 1925—is often viewed by the public as a sect steeped in fetish practices, Adebayo argued that such views contradict the founder’s original vision.
He maintained that “strange practices” have simply crept into the fold over time.
The Simple Life of Orimolade
Describing Orimolade’s character, Adebayo said:
”Orimolade lived a simple, quiet life. He was a humble and respectful man. He avoided using the self-exalting word ’emi’ (I) and instead used ‘awa’ (we). He never purchased a single plot of land for himself. He owned only two garments, two pairs of trousers, and one wrapper. That was the extent of his earthly possessions. He had no wife or children.”
Contrary to popular myths, Adebayo clarified that the late founder did not use the Psalms for magical incantations.
”He would simply pray over water using his left hand to make a sign of the cross on the water because he was a leftist and give it to the people who desired healing. Usually those people would then experience miracles. He never used the Psalms as a magical book, nor did he chant them as many believe,” Adebayo explained.
He shared the story of a man who lived to be over 100 years old, standing straight and remaining healthy until death, following a single prayer from Orimolade..
According to the prayers and words of Orimolade, the man never took any drug for the rest of his life till death
A Call to Return to Roots
Adebayo, who claims to have gained deep insights into the founder’s life through proximity to Orimolade’s now-deceased associates, insisted that the early church never tolerated witchcraft. He lamented the current state of the denomination as portrayed on social media.
”People have changed the doctrine and the name of Cherubim and Seraphim. If you go on TikTok, you will be saddened by what is happening. These are the things people see that define us as members,” he said. “Our mission is rooted in Christ and holiness, not in the myths people hear. People often misunderstand what we truly stand for.”