Reuben Akinwalere George (d. November 9, 1987)

Reuben Akinwalere George entered his rest on November 9, 1987, after years of earnest labor for Christ in Nigeria. Remembered for steadfast faith and holy zeal, he gave himself to the steady work of preaching, teaching, and shepherding, calling hearers to bow to the authority of Scripture and to live before God with a clean conscience. His ministry was marked by a settled confidence that Christ builds His church through truth, prayer, and obedient discipleship.

Scripture, Repentance, and Prayer

George’s preaching pressed the claims of God upon the heart: sin must be confessed, idols forsaken, and Christ trusted without reserve. In churches and small gatherings, he urged believers to trade mere religious activity for sincere repentance and Spirit-empowered living. He taught that prayer is not an accessory to ministry but its breath, and he encouraged ordered church life—clear doctrine, accountable leadership, and disciples who could teach others also. His courage often appeared in quiet forms: perseverance when results were slow, refusal to soften hard passages, and patient instruction when correction was needed.

“Remember your leaders who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.” (Hebrews 13:7)

Formation Through Schools and the Printed Word

Through the vision he carried, schools were established to shape minds for service, aiming not only at literacy and skill but at character, reverence, and usefulness. Students and young workers were trained to think Christianly, to labor honestly, and to serve their communities as witnesses. Alongside this, a publishing work extended sound teaching beyond the pulpit, strengthening households and congregations with materials meant to be read, shared, and applied.

Legacy

Those influenced by George often speak of disciplined discipleship joined with hopeful evangelism—firm convictions without despair, and courage without pride. His life echoes the apostolic resolve: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7)