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Catholic Church Supports Adeboye’s Apology on Tithing Teachings
The Catholic Church has expressed support for Pastor Enoch Adeboye, leader of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, following his recent apology over previous teachings on tithing.
Adeboye, in a notable shift, recanted his earlier claim that paying tithes was essential for entering heaven.
Instead, he clarified that salvation and access to heaven are based on holiness and living in peace with others, rather than financial contributions.
Rev. Fr. Anthony Godonu, Director of Social Communications for the Lagos Catholic Archdiocese, commended Adeboye’s decision to correct his stance.
According to Godonu, the apology was the right course of action, as it aligned with the broader Christian teachings of focusing on spiritual purity and righteousness.
Reflecting on Adeboye’s revised message, Godonu highlighted that the earlier belief about tithing was inconsistent with Catholic doctrine.
He stated, Pastor Adeboye’s decision to recant his message from three years ago, where he suggested that those who do not pay tithes cannot enter heaven, is a positive step.
It shows that he has embraced the light and truth, as John 8:32 reminds us that knowing the truth sets one free.
Godonu emphasized that the Catholic Church has always taught that money is not a determinant for salvation or eternal life.
Instead, the focus is on doing the will of God, following Jesus Christ, and accepting life’s challenges with gratitude.
In the Catholic faith, believers are encouraged to carry their cross daily, recognizing that spiritual growth comes through thanksgiving and praise.
Godonu also expressed admiration for Adeboye, noting that his willingness to publicly correct himself at this stage of his life demonstrates his sincerity and commitment to truth.
He remarked that by acknowledging this, Adeboye is setting a powerful example for others, especially those in leadership, to remain humble and truthful.
The Catholic Church, Godonu said, congratulates Adeboye for embracing the truth and hopes that this moment will inspire more people to focus on the core values of faith, humility, and spiritual devotion.
TV anchor Rufai Oseni makes headlines as he speaks on fuel subsidy in Nigeria. He shared that Nigeria can have fuel subsidy without the long queues at filling stations.
“When we were still paying subsidies, there were no long queues. We were subsidising. So you can still have a subsidy regime going on, and there will be no long queues because production was close by. Dangote had it. That’s just it. That argument also falls flat.
“The biggest beneficiaries of subsidy are not Nigerians. They are crony capitalists that have big infrastructure, and they do contracts. They have been the biggest beneficiaries of the subsidy,” he said.
Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu, speaks to those in the electricity sector about the usual blackouts in the state.
He speaks on ways things can change in the state and how electricity can be provided.
“We need to drop corporate egos, abandon long-standing excuses, and confront the harsh realities obstructing progress in the power sector.”
“We, state governments, used to give excuses that everything is centralised, so the Federal Government has unbundled it now. What have we done in a year and a half?” Sanwo-Olu asked.
“We take two steps forward, we go five steps backward,” he said.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day for public servants in the state to mark the Isese Festival.
Speaking on the celebration, he said “Ìṣẹ̀ṣe is not a relic. It is a living expression of our traditions and a celebration of Yoruba spirituality as an important part of Nigeria’s cultural and religious landscape,” he said.
He added “When the drums sound in Lagos on Thursday, they answer drums in Havana, in Salvador, in Port of Spain. Fifty-five million people and counting. Lagos is not observing a local holiday. Lagos is standing at the centre of a global heritage,” Aregbe said.
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