I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Pastor Adeboye[WATCH VIDEO]

 

In an unprecedented move, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the revered General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has apologized to his congregation for his previous statement that those who don't pay their tithes won't make it to heaven. The viral video of his apology has sparked intense debate among Nigerians, with some hailing his humility and others cautioning clergy against spreading personal opinions disguised as biblical truth.

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Pastor Adeboye's apology was a sobering acknowledgment of his mistake, demonstrating a rare display of accountability in Nigeria's clergy. By owning up to his error, he showed that leaders can be fallible, yet willing to learn and grow.

In a viral video, Pastor Adeboye soberly acknowledged his "mistake," showing humility and willingness to correct his error. This rare display of accountability has generated mixed reactions from Nigerians.

Many have praised Pastor Adeboye's humility, acknowledging that admitting mistakes takes courage, However, others have criticized the pastor's initial statement, urging clergymen to separate personal opinions from biblical teaching.

Pastor Adeboye's apology has reignited the debate on tithing and its relevance to salvation. Nigerians are discussing the implications of clergy influencing public opinion with non-biblical views.

Twitter is abuzz with hashtags #PastorAdeboyeApologizes and #TithingDebate:

- "Pastor Adeboye's apology is a step towards accountability in the church." - @ChurchReform

- "Let's focus on spreading love, not fear." - @SpreadLove

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Pastor Adeboye's apology serves as a powerful reminder that leadership requires humility, accountability, and a commitment to truth. As Nigerians continue to debate, one thing is clear: genuine leadership is about serving, not dictating.