Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has expressed deep concern over the rising levels of corruption in Nigeria, attributing it to the compromise among Christians who are supposed to be exemplars of integrity. Speaking on the sixth day of the church’s annual convention, themed “Heaven,” Pastor Adeboye emphasized that the failure of Christians to live up to their calling has contributed to the pervasive corruption in the country.
He recounted a story of one of his spiritual daughters who was asked to inflate a N3 million contract to N33 million, highlighting the pressures Christians face to engage in corrupt practices. However, he urged believers to resist such temptations, even if it means losing out on promotions or financial gain.
“We talk about corruption in Nigeria. Why do you think corruption has become so deep? It is because we Christians, who are supposed to be peculiar people, are not making any difference,” Adeboye lamented. He called on Christians to maintain their integrity and be “as pure as light,” ensuring that their behavior reflects their heavenly calling.
Pastor Adeboye also shared a personal experience of nearly stepping out of God’s favor during a recent Holy Ghost Service, where he prioritized his prepared sermon over God’s leading. He warned against doing things contrary to God’s will, reminding the congregation that no one can love the church more than God, the owner of the church.
The revered cleric concluded by urging Christians to embrace holiness and total obedience to God, emphasizing that true transformation in society begins with unwavering faith and integrity among believers.
