Oyedepo is different from a typical preacher. He is widely regarded as Africa’s wealthiest Nigerian cleric, with a reputation for leading an opulent lifestyle and overseeing a vast organization.
When allegations were made that his continued prosperity depended on the tithes of his followers, it appeared to be a baseless and absurd claim, likely due to a lack of understanding about the true nature of Oyedepo and his teachings. In a poignant sermon, he dismantled these falsehoods, baring the raw truth of his wealth’s genesis with a stronger emphasis on his unyielding dedication to his beliefs.
In a recent sermon, Bishop Oyedepo did not merely address the unsubstantiated claims and conjecture regarding tithes to his church; he instead launched a comprehensive rebuttal, leaving no stone unturned in his quest to set the record straight.
He responded with vehement indignation to the allegations that he had boasted about consuming his congregation’s gifts, tithes, and offerings.
He directly confronted the bold accusations, ensuring no room for ambiguity or misinterpretation.
Bishop Oyedepo, the founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide and Presiding Bishop of the Faith Tabernacle, has taken the initiative to address the rumors and whispers that he relies on his church members’ tithes to maintain his livelihood.
In a recent Bible teaching program, which was recorded and subsequently uploaded to his church’s YouTube page, Oyedepo recounted a startling accusation made by a female member. The accusation claimed that he had stated that he could not survive without the tithes and offerings from his congregation.
He responded with a hearty laugh that conveyed his utter disbelief and disdain. Subsequently, he dismantled the claims with unshakable confidence, instilling a sense of security and trust in his leadership.
He did not merely dismiss the accusation; he effectively refuted it. Oyedepo stated with unwavering conviction that he had faithfully paid tithes long before the accuser’s birth, exemplifying his steadfast dedication to divine principles.
His eyes displayed righteous indignation as he proclaimed that his sustenance did not originate from the offerings of mere mortals but rather from the divine covenant practices revealed to him by God Almighty.