I am moved by passion to teach, not income – Adebiyi

Encomiums recently poured in for Seraph Abiola Adebiyi following the honour bestowed on him by the Federal Government as the best teacher in Nigeria. The initiative which was put up by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology also availed Adebiyi a brand new Hyundai car. In a chat with Acts Of Seraphs, Adebiyi bares his mind on the feat and how he wishes to consolidate on it.    

 Can we meet with you sir?

I am ADEBIYI, Abiola Temitayo but by my initials, I am usually addressed as AIT.

Did you expect such national honour upon attending the event?

Well, I will not say I was expecting such national honour upon attending but having scaled through the various stages of local government, state,block/zone and finally, making it to the final stage, I was expecting something great and unusual from God for I know He is the only one that can do what no man can do. So He did it.

How did you feel when declared as the best teacher of the private school category?

When I was declared the winner, I was joyous yet surprised to have emerged the winner of all teachers in private schools in Nigeria, especially that its the maiden edition for private schools category. All glory to God.

What personal attribute of yours would you say afforded you this feat?

Hmmmmmmmm, personal attribute? I will say of my own, I can do nothing but with God all things are possible. I know I am a teacher by call and profession, so I gladly admit the path God has set for me in life irrespective of the income, whether great or small. My life and action/teaching is guided by the word of God that said, by strength shall no man prevail and money whatever your hands finds to do,you should do we with the whole of your strength. Many that knows me can testify to this. In fact, I had severally trekked to school in order to reach. I rarely go for holidays because I will always organize extra classes for my students on weekends and holidays. Moreover, teaching is what I am cut out for and its my purpose in life. I am a teacher and will die as one. But all in all,this feat is only achievable by and through God. Its just God alone that can do this. Diligence, hardwork, faithfulness, perseverance, prayers and my believe in God made it posiible.

What words of encouragement do you have for seraph youths craving such feat in their respective carrers?

To all youth in Nigeria and the seraph youths at large, never underestimate the power of God. Many claimed to do things under the influence of the Holy Spirit, yet they follow their mind. Allow Him(Holy Spirit) to lead, then you follow. Whatever God want you to do, please do no matter how foolish it seems to man. Allow God to occupy His place indeed, the first and last in all you do. Shun laziness and always aspire to put your best in all things and at all times. Everyone has talents; what makes you to stand out is working on you talents. Keep doing your best and trust God for His best.

How is the Ijebu Ode division youth fellowship faring under your watch?

Well, I just became the president/chairman. Nevertheless, I am trusting God to help reach a greater heights for Jesus in ijebuland as a whole to bring men to the knowledge of Christ; for Christ is our all in all.