Today marks a special moment. It is not just the birthday of Rev Timothy Omotoso. It also signifies a NEW DAWN in the life of a man who has overcome more than many imagine.

Life After the Fire: A Story of Overcoming

Wrongfully accused and detained without conviction for eight years, Rev Omotoso’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. His name became a national headline, his face became the symbol of one of South Africa’s most controversial trials. But in 2025, the court ruled: not guilty.

The judge’s words cut through years of confusion and noise. There was no solid evidence. There was no coherent case. It was just a storm built on broken testimony and public pressure.

The man the media painted in black and white has stepped into a future painted in grace, clarity, and strength.

While many expected Jesus Dominion International (JDI) to collapse in his absence, the opposite happened. His church not only stood firm, it grew. Weekly services, online teachings, and daily prayer chains carried the flame.

JDI hosted a powerful life changing many days crusade in Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoire). It brought joy and hope to many families. The event was filled with testimonies of healing, restoration, and divine encounters. For many, it was a confirmation that God is not done with this ministry.

Even outside the country, Rev Omotoso’s voice continues to reach hearts. His teachings now carry more than just scripture. They carry the weight of experience. He has walked through injustice and emerged with his integrity intact.

A Question Still Echoes: Did South Africa Get It Wrong?

As we celebrate, we must still consider. Was this truly justice delayed—or justice denied altogether?

The main witness, Cheryl Zondi, is now distancing herself from earlier claims. We are left to wonder: Was this case ever about truth? She is denying receipt of publicly acknowledged lottery funds. The NPA is facing mounting criticism. Retired constitutional judge Johann Christiaan Kriegler described the case as a ‘controversial or rather disastrous prosecution in our jurisprudence.’

Did the NPA and media craft a narrative too quickly, too emotionally—without evidence to match?

These are questions the public has a right to ask. Because at the end of the day, this wasn’t just a legal trial—it was a spiritual and societal test.

Though some still believe he is guilty, others are starting to see the truth for what it is. The division in public opinion is real. However, evidence, or the lack of it, has come to light.

A New Dawn for Rev Omotoso

Today, we celebrate not just another year of life. We honour a man who kept his faith, his mission, and his voice, even in silence.

From a prison cell to a pulpit of purpose, Rev Omotoso has emerged with deeper insight and a clearer call. His message today is one of restoration, resilience, and rising again.

To his followers, he remains a shepherd.
To many others, a walking example of divine preservation.

And as we look to the future, one thing is clear: a new chapter has begun.

Final Word

To Rev Timothy Omotoso,
Happy Birthday.
May this new dawn bring with it peace, purpose, and the continued unfolding of your calling.

The world might have tried to bury your name, but God has written your story in full view.
Here’s to life after the storm.
Here’s to rising.
Here’s to the New Dawn.