Welcome Address from our Senior Pastor

Senior Pastor & Founder | All Nations Full Gospel Churches International

Dear Delegates,

A very warm welcome to the 2025 International Convention here in the beautiful and vibrant city of Davao, Philippines! What a joy and blessing it is to see each one of you — brothers and sisters from near and far — gathered for this momentous event. Truly, we give all glory and honor to the Lord for His unfailing love, His protection throughout the year, and for bringing us together once again in fellowship, worship, and learning.

This year, 2025, has been divinely declared “The Year of Conquest.” But what does that really mean for you and me? It means this is the year to rise above every challenge, overcome every obstacle, and walk boldly in the authority and victory that Christ has already secured for us.

Our theme scripture in Romans 8:37 reminds us:

“Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.”

Now pause and think for a moment — what are the “things” you’ve been facing this year?

Have you felt weary, delayed, or even defeated at times? Take heart, because the Word says in all these things — not in some, not in a few — but in all these things, we are more than conquerors! Through Christ, every test becomes a testimony, and every battle becomes the birthplace of a breakthrough. Isn’t that something worth rejoicing about? As we gather in this convention, let us take a moment to reflect on all that God has done so far this year. Hasn’t He been faithful? Hasn’t He brought us through valleys we thought we’d never cross? Let’s

celebrate His goodness, thank Him for the victories already won, and look ahead with renewed faith and great expectation for what’s still to come.

Whatever may have tried to hold you back — fear, frustration, sickness, failure, or limitation — stands defeated by the power of God and your unwavering faith in Him. During this convention, prepare your hearts to: Rise above every remaining challenge and take your rightful place as a conqueror in Christ. Claim your inheritance of triumph, knowing that no weapon formed against you shall prosper. Finish the year strong, walking in power, peace, and purpose. Now, let me ask you: have you ever tried to fight a battle on your own and ended up exhausted? We all have. But here’s the truth — true conquest doesn’t come from human strength or effort. It comes by faith. When you surrender your battles to God, what seems impossible becomes possible. What looks like defeat turns into victory. What others call the end, God calls the beginning of something new! Think of this convention as a divine armory — a sacred place where God Himself will equip you with new strength, fresh anointing, and heavenly strategies to move forward. So, I ask you — did you come all the way to Davao just to attend another program, or did you come expecting an encounter with God?

Because when expectation meets divine presence, miracles happen! Come with open hearts and expectant spirits. Laugh a little, worship deeply, and listen keenly. Get ready to receive divine insight, prophetic direction, and life-transforming revelation that will propel

you to new heights in your walk with Christ. And as you do, remember this: through Him, you are more than a conqueror! Not someday. Not maybe. But now. So, as we stand together in faith, are you ready to conquer? Are you ready to finish this year stronger than you began?

Are you ready to see God move mightily in your life?

Then rise up, take hold of your victory, and declare with confidence that the Year of Conquest belongs to you! May this 2025 International Convention in Davao City mark the beginning of your greatest victories, the fulfillment of your long-awaited breakthroughs, and the dawn of your boldest conquests — all in Jesus’ Mighty Name.

Amen!

Welcome!

Dr. Samuel Donkor

Senior Pastor & Founder

All Nations Full Gospel Churches International