UNBELIEVABLE! Osinbajo SHOCKS Adeboye, Oyedepo, Others; SEE What He Revealed About Nigerian Churches Amid Nation’s Challenges
In a stirring call to action, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged Nigerian churches to shift their focus from prosperity preaching to promoting the values of hard work and community service. Speaking at the 68th Anniversary and 58th Annual Convention of The Gospel Faith Mission International (GOFAMINT), Osinbajo emphasized that this change in the church’ s message is essential for the country’ s resurgence and fulfillment of its potential.
Osinbajo lamented what he perceives as a troubling trend within the Nigerian church, where the message of prosperity has overshadowed the core values of the gospel, particularly those centered on hard work and societal development. He argued that this focus on material wealth has diverted attention from the true purpose of the church, which is to foster peace, unity, and the holistic development of society.
” For too long, our churches have been caught up in the pursuit of personal prosperity and material wealth, neglecting the true calling of the gospel to promote peace, unity, and the holistic development of our society, ” Osinbajo stated during his lecture.
The former vice president’ s remarks reflect growing concerns among various segments of Nigerian society about the prosperity gospel, a religious movement that emphasizes financial success and personal well- being as signs of divine favor. Critics argue that this focus can lead to a neglect of broader societal responsibilities, such as the promotion of hard work, integrity, and service to others.
Osinbajo’ s speech at GOFAMINT’ s convention was not just a critique but also a call to action. He urged church leaders to return to the foundational teachings of the gospel, which he believes are critical to addressing the numerous challenges facing Nigeria today. According to him, the church has a pivotal role to play in inspiring Nigerians to become agents of positive change, rather than mere recipients of material blessings.
” If we truly want to see Nigeria rise again and fulfill its immense potential, the church must return to its roots, preaching the values of hard work, compassion, and service to the community, ” Osinbajo declared. ” It is only through this shift in focus that we can inspire our people to become agents of positive change, rather than mere consumers of the prosperity gospel. ”
Osinbajo’ s comments come at a time when Nigeria is grappling with a multitude of challenges, including economic instability, widespread corruption, and a lack of infrastructure. Many observers have noted that these issues are exacerbated by a societal focus on quick gains and material wealth, rather than long- term development and the common good.
The former vice president’ s emphasis on hard work and community service is in line with his broader philosophy of governance and development. Throughout his career, Osinbajo has been a vocal advocate for ethical leadership, transparency, and the need for a robust and engaged civil society. He has often highlighted the importance of building strong institutions and fostering a culture of accountability and responsibility.
In his lecture, Osinbajo also touched on the importance of unity and peace, noting that these are essential components of any effort to build a better Nigeria. He argued that the church has a unique role to play in promoting these values, particularly in a country as diverse and divided as Nigeria.
” The church must lead by example in promoting peace and unity, ” Osinbajo said. ” We cannot afford to be divided along ethnic, religious, or political lines if we are to make progress as a nation. The message of the gospel is one of love, compassion, and reconciliation, and this is what we must preach and practice. ”
Osinbajo’ s remarks have been widely discussed in religious and political circles, with many seeing them as a timely reminder of the church’ s potential to contribute to national development. Some have called on church leaders to heed his advice and to take concrete steps to reorient their messages and activities towards promoting hard work, ethical behavior, and community service.
