Singer and pastor Olubankole Wellington aka Banky W, has weighed in on the growing criticism of church teachings on wealth, cautioning against sweeping generalisations while condemning abuses in some religious circles.
Speaking during a recent discussion, the music executive said conversations around the “prosperity gospel” have become deeply polarised, with many Nigerians assuming that the failings of a few represent the entire church.
“I don’t think it’s fair to make general statements that because I have seen evidence of this here it means everybody is guilty of this thing,” he said
Banky W noted that both extremes — the prosperity gospel and the poverty gospel — distort the core of Christian teaching.
“The prosperity gospel is false and corrupted, the poverty gospel is also false and corrupted,” he said. “What the gospel said is that God will provide all of your needs and bless you enough for you to be a blessing.”
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