Why Pastor Jimmy Odukoya Says God Told Him To Keep His Dreadlocks To Save A Life

The Senior Pastor of Fountain of Life Church, Jimmy Odukoya, recently opened up about a divine instruction that led him to keep his dreadlocks—a decision he says was crucial to saving someone’s life.

In a powerful sermon, Pastor Jimmy recounted seeking clarity from God about his appearance shortly before taking over leadership duties at the church after the passing of his father, Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, who died on August 7, 2023.

“God Told Me Not to Cut My Hair” – Jimmy Odukoya

He revealed that during a period of spiritual reflection, he specifically asked God if he should cut his hair. According to him, the answer was clear.

“I asked the Lord if I should cut my hair. And He told me not to,” Odukoya said. “To confirm, I asked my sister to pray about it too. She returned with the same answer—God said I shouldn’t cut it.”

This confirmation led Pastor Jimmy to maintain his dreadlocks despite societal expectations and religious stereotypes about pastoral appearances.

A Life-Changing Encounter from Zimbabwe

What seemed like a personal spiritual journey took a deeper meaning when a woman from Zimbabwe shared a remarkable testimony.

She had traveled all the way to Nigeria just to meet Pastor Jimmy, explaining that she had a vivid vision back in 2016 while living in New York. In that vision, she saw a man with dreadlocks preaching and giving her divine instructions—yet at the time, she didn’t know who he was.

Years later, following a painful divorce and the loss of her mother, she stumbled upon a YouTube sermon by Pastor Jimmy and immediately recognized him as the man from her vision.

“When I saw you on YouTube, I screamed! You were the man from my vision. Back in 2016, I didn’t even know you existed,” she told him.

This moment confirmed to Pastor Jimmy that his obedience to God’s instruction was not in vain.

“God Kept My Hair to Save a Life”

Reflecting on the experience, Pastor Jimmy said:

“When that woman had her vision, I didn’t even have dreadlocks. But God, who sees the end from the beginning, knew she would need to see me like that in 2025. If I had cut my hair, she wouldn’t have believed the vision. God was using my appearance to save a soul.”

This story has sparked deep conversations about divine instructions, spiritual obedience, and how God can use even our appearance for His purpose.

Faith Over Appearance: A Powerful Lesson for Believers

Pastor Jimmy’s story reminds us that God’s plans often transcend human understanding. In a world that often judges leaders by appearance, this testimony underscores the importance of listening to God above all.

If you’re inspired by this story, you might also like our feature on How to Recognize Divine Instructions and Follow God’s Will.

About Pastor Jimmy Odukoya

Jimmy Odukoya is a pastor, actor, and motivational speaker who became the lead pastor of Fountain of Life Church after the death of his father, Pastor Taiwo Odukoya. He continues to impact lives through his sermons, faith-driven leadership, and unwavering belief in divine direction.

Related: Daily Post Nigeria

Final Thoughts

This story is more than just about dreadlocks—it’s a testament to how God can use even the smallest decisions to achieve life-changing results. It teaches us the value of obedience, spiritual sensitivity, and trusting God’s plan.