Pastor Enoch Adeboye Cautions Christians Against Prioritizing Wealth Over Spiritual Health
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has issued a strong warning to Christians, urging them not to place material wealth above their spiritual wellbeing.
Speaking during the church’s 73rd Annual Convention, themed “The Overcomers,” Adeboye stressed that true victory in Christ is achieved through spiritual discipline—not the accumulation of riches.
“God does not hate enjoyment,” Adeboye noted. “But the body you pamper, shine, and make up will perish one day. Take care of the spirit, for that is what will go to heaven. The body does not want you to be an overcomer.”
The revered cleric encouraged believers to remain focused on their spiritual growth, warning against the distractions of worldly pleasures and materialism. He likened the Christian walk to a spiritual battle, highlighting the role of the Holy Spirit as a constant helper for those striving to overcome.
Addressing the duality of human nature, Adeboye stated:
“You are a dangerous composition—both earth and Spirit. The dust pulls us down, while the Spirit of God lifts us up. The overcomer’s life lies in choosing the Spirit.”
His sermon has since sparked conversations across social media, with some users praising the message while others questioned the pastor’s own lifestyle in contrast to his teachings.
