Otabil: Today’s ‘men of God’ have become “superheroes”

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CHA 11 years ago

This is what we need

This is what we need
Nyansaba 11 years ago

In Matthew 7:22, Jesus says "Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 23. And then will I profess unto ...
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In Matthew 7:22, Jesus says "Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 23. And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity."
The prophet-generals and archbishops of today are proud gods before their sheep. To them God is too faraway.
facts 11 years ago

The reporter said "...at his International Central..The chuch is not his. Like him or hate him he comes out with the truth and the truth only.

The reporter said "...at his International Central..The chuch is not his. Like him or hate him he comes out with the truth and the truth only.
PAPA 11 years ago

AFTER THE SHEEP HAS FOLLOWED AND YOU HAVE MILKED THEM AND BECOME FILTHY RICH, YOU TELL THEM TO NOT FOLLOW YOU?
THAT IS WHY THEY GIVE YOU ALL THEIR MONEY. THAT IS WHY THEY ARE POOR AND YOU ARE FILTHY RICH.

IT IS BECAUSE TH ...
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AFTER THE SHEEP HAS FOLLOWED AND YOU HAVE MILKED THEM AND BECOME FILTHY RICH, YOU TELL THEM TO NOT FOLLOW YOU?
THAT IS WHY THEY GIVE YOU ALL THEIR MONEY. THAT IS WHY THEY ARE POOR AND YOU ARE FILTHY RICH.

IT IS BECAUSE THEY CANT THINK FOR THEMSELVES. YOU THINK FOR THEM.
moyo 11 years ago

There is no man of God in Ghana but only prima donna businessmen. The church members are the raw materials and they lack the knowledge to see what they are been used for!

There is no man of God in Ghana but only prima donna businessmen. The church members are the raw materials and they lack the knowledge to see what they are been used for!
Kelvin-B 11 years ago

Most big churches advertise their churches on bill boards with their head pastors' photos....

ICGC is one of the churches that first started this in the country..
This is a conflict of what I have just read now.

Most big churches advertise their churches on bill boards with their head pastors' photos....

ICGC is one of the churches that first started this in the country..
This is a conflict of what I have just read now.
kponkpa 11 years ago

Good message, God bless the publisher.

Good message, God bless the publisher.
Nyansasem 11 years ago

He has always been. Except those who hate him that come and insult him for his views.

He has been preaching like this for years...always encouraging black men to rise above mediocrity.

Compare that to you-know-who, that ...
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He has always been. Except those who hate him that come and insult him for his views.

He has been preaching like this for years...always encouraging black men to rise above mediocrity.

Compare that to you-know-who, that always come here talking about himself, things he does, wears, etc...
kampu 11 years ago

I disagree with him... Pastors are sub-shepherds of the flock... They hv bn trained nd empowered by the Holy Spirit to take care of the children of God.. Ofcuz when they grow they wont rely on yu de Pastor. Whay aba tje suck ...
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I disagree with him... Pastors are sub-shepherds of the flock... They hv bn trained nd empowered by the Holy Spirit to take care of the children of God.. Ofcuz when they grow they wont rely on yu de Pastor. Whay aba tje sucklings nd newborn babies who dont know anything..?? The Bible teaches us to preach the word to all pple.. Teaching those who wld believe to observe the teachings of Jesus Christ.. The young, nd the growing in Christ still need the prayers nd support of the Rooted nd Grounded.. Elders nd Pastors... Tje Bible says.: " is any sick among you? . Let him call for the Elders of the Church nd let them pray over him anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.."
Repugnant. 11 years ago

No one has monopoly on the holy spirit, anointed or otherwise. It is your faith that really matters!

Saint Jesus your God, ever healed anyone wherever there was no faith. Even he couldn't do it. Being a good Christian, sh ...
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No one has monopoly on the holy spirit, anointed or otherwise. It is your faith that really matters!

Saint Jesus your God, ever healed anyone wherever there was no faith. Even he couldn't do it. Being a good Christian, should not make one ignorant, yet most are untrained hearers and sadly misunderstand everything said to them.
kampu 11 years ago

Repugnan. Yu hv no idea what Christianity is all abt. The Bibles teaches us (christians) to call for the elders in de church to pray for them nd anoint them. Pastor Otabil is saying he wont respond to the call, nd wha ar you ...
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Repugnan. Yu hv no idea what Christianity is all abt. The Bibles teaches us (christians) to call for the elders in de church to pray for them nd anoint them. Pastor Otabil is saying he wont respond to the call, nd wha ar you blabbing there.?? The elders nd the matured ones wont call the Pastor for anything cuz they know what to do when they face such situations but what abt the young ones.? The babies in Christ who dont even know how to pray.?? You ar not a christian so leave this subject for the saved ones to discuss. The Word of God is not comprehended by the carnal mind.
adomba 11 years ago

Well Said Reverend, just please, please dont get involved in politics

Well Said Reverend, just please, please dont get involved in politics
seth CALL 07737190496 11 years ago

who is REVEREND in the bible?

who is REVEREND in the bible?
ky 11 years ago

Well said pastor. no wonder your the only big rev. with still the title PASTOR instead of apostle, ache bishop etc with a long dog chain

Well said pastor. no wonder your the only big rev. with still the title PASTOR instead of apostle, ache bishop etc with a long dog chain
rOB 11 years ago

This pastor is speaking the truth. Everyone is created unique.This kind of think where some followers cut their hair like their pastor and walk and talk like their pastor and want to be a replica of their pastor is nonsense. ...
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This pastor is speaking the truth. Everyone is created unique.This kind of think where some followers cut their hair like their pastor and walk and talk like their pastor and want to be a replica of their pastor is nonsense. You can love your pastor and respect him but you don't have to be a replica of him because God has gifted all His children uniquely.
You may be able to do some things your pastor may not have the grace to do and vice versa. It doesn't mean he's not your pastor but you should depend on the measure of faith God has given you.
rOB 11 years ago

Some Christians, even if their pastor speaks broken english and says "repeat after me", they will imitate the broken english he is speaking, even though they got an "A" in english grammar at A-levels or SSS whatever you call ...
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Some Christians, even if their pastor speaks broken english and says "repeat after me", they will imitate the broken english he is speaking, even though they got an "A" in english grammar at A-levels or SSS whatever you call it.
Ras 11 years ago

I hope the follwers of so called men of God will take notice... it is not about man...it is about God..not the created but the Creator ...

I hope the follwers of so called men of God will take notice... it is not about man...it is about God..not the created but the Creator ...
PA 11 years ago

The gosple is about personal relationship with God. We need each other or one another in times of trouble or happiness, but we should have our faith built in God through Jesus Christ. It is very disheartening when these self- ...
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The gosple is about personal relationship with God. We need each other or one another in times of trouble or happiness, but we should have our faith built in God through Jesus Christ. It is very disheartening when these self-aclaimed prophets manipulate the minds of the congregations and extort money from them. Now see the business some of these men of God have? Where did they get the money? But now see how poverty has engulfed some of these church members.
jaga 11 years ago

have romoved the peck in your eyes...?

have romoved the peck in your eyes...?
Factually Reliable 11 years ago

The pastor should ask himself how is living, junior pastors in his church are living n compared to the saviour n his apostles. Remove the beam from ur eyes first before u complain de pecks in others eyes. All of u are guilty ...
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The pastor should ask himself how is living, junior pastors in his church are living n compared to the saviour n his apostles. Remove the beam from ur eyes first before u complain de pecks in others eyes. All of u are guilty so pls
FREEDOM IN THE TRUTH 11 years ago

HE IS WHAT HE PREACHES AGAINST. NO MORE NO LESS

HE IS WHAT HE PREACHES AGAINST. NO MORE NO LESS
Moses 11 years ago

You can say this only after you have finished exploiting them. Should have said it when they were 50 or 100, to see if you could have built your auditorium.

You can say this only after you have finished exploiting them. Should have said it when they were 50 or 100, to see if you could have built your auditorium.
Rachel 11 years ago

Never in my wildest dream that I'll agree with this man. He's absolutely right, people go to church simply because they like a certain pastor & his fake 'miracles'.

Never in my wildest dream that I'll agree with this man. He's absolutely right, people go to church simply because they like a certain pastor & his fake 'miracles'.
Bechemniiba(Paris) 11 years ago

They preach like angels but they live like man(men)Beware of them. This is the first time this preacher have said something religiously and he must be offered a Catholic Missel as a gift to help him understand the word of God ...
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They preach like angels but they live like man(men)Beware of them. This is the first time this preacher have said something religiously and he must be offered a Catholic Missel as a gift to help him understand the word of God which is the Holy Bible and come out to preach about tithes if Christians are obliged to pay tithes.
ANKOBEA-HENE 11 years ago

So sad, Jesus and early Apostles didn't hang up their phones on their followers.

So sad, Jesus and early Apostles didn't hang up their phones on their followers.
Kofi 11 years ago

Pastor Otabil has made my day! When I see someone described as "a powerful man of God", I wonder if it should not have been "a man of a powerful God". I wonder if any amn is that powerful! Thanks, Pastor Otabil.

Pastor Otabil has made my day! When I see someone described as "a powerful man of God", I wonder if it should not have been "a man of a powerful God". I wonder if any amn is that powerful! Thanks, Pastor Otabil.
Kofi Kumi 11 years ago

WHEN YOU POINT A FINGER AT SOMEONE; THE REST OF THE THREE POINT AT YOU WITH THE THUMB FORTIFYING THE GRIP; AND THEY CALL THEMSELVES CHRISTIANS!!!!

WHEN YOU POINT A FINGER AT SOMEONE; THE REST OF THE THREE POINT AT YOU WITH THE THUMB FORTIFYING THE GRIP; AND THEY CALL THEMSELVES CHRISTIANS!!!!
Santino 11 years ago

Well said, Pastor, but if only my wife would listen.

Well said, Pastor, but if only my wife would listen.
Nana Kwadwo, U.S.A 11 years ago

You won't answer a phone call at midnight when somebody needs help? And you call yourself a man of God or Pastor? Hmmm!

You won't answer a phone call at midnight when somebody needs help? And you call yourself a man of God or Pastor? Hmmm!
Saada 11 years ago

Why does he have to answer? Can't you call your own God? Ghanaians dont want the truth.

Why does he have to answer? Can't you call your own God? Ghanaians dont want the truth.
Kofi 11 years ago

If you have a medical emergency or security emergency do you call your pastor? If have a spiritual emergency that late in the night, why not call God yourself? What did you not understand by the truth the pastor said?

If you have a medical emergency or security emergency do you call your pastor? If have a spiritual emergency that late in the night, why not call God yourself? What did you not understand by the truth the pastor said?
KAROTA 11 years ago

Why should he pick up your call at mid-nihgt. is he God or a policeman? ignorance.

Why should he pick up your call at mid-nihgt. is he God or a policeman? ignorance.
sarpong. 11 years ago

I agree with pastor Otabil. Some of these "men of God" go as far as hiring some well built body youth to stand behind them whiles they preach the word of God in their various churches. How on earth?

I agree with pastor Otabil. Some of these "men of God" go as far as hiring some well built body youth to stand behind them whiles they preach the word of God in their various churches. How on earth?
Pablo 11 years ago

If the pulpit has become a place for making money it is right that everyone is becoming a "Man of God" But never mind Jesus is coming very, very soon and false prophets and so-called evangelists will stand to be judged. You i ...
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If the pulpit has become a place for making money it is right that everyone is becoming a "Man of God" But never mind Jesus is coming very, very soon and false prophets and so-called evangelists will stand to be judged. You illuminatie prophets. Who do you think you're deceiving? Men, of course but not God.
yaanom 11 years ago

This is true bcos the useless govts allow it. A govt that looks on unconcerned for so called men of God to commit day light robbery against its people can be described as useless. Every one man church must pay 50% tax so tha ...
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This is true bcos the useless govts allow it. A govt that looks on unconcerned for so called men of God to commit day light robbery against its people can be described as useless. Every one man church must pay 50% tax so that idiots like Duncan Williams will shut up and give us a break. He claims he employs 300 people, his achievements is taking people money and keeping it as his. Funkin criminal pastors dividing and breaking our societies.
Elliot 11 years ago

It's not the job of any government in any part of the world to stop its citizens from following the supernatural. Its the citizens personal decision. So its big time bullshit to blame the government. If some Ghanaians want to ...
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It's not the job of any government in any part of the world to stop its citizens from following the supernatural. Its the citizens personal decision. So its big time bullshit to blame the government. If some Ghanaians want to spend their whole life following superstitious nonsense, spend their resources following mad people in madhouses then it's their own problem. We live in a country run by a god. The president tells us he takes advise from a god. The institutions of state are setup and control by a god. A minister of state tells us Ghana's problems can only be solved by a god. Citizens are constantly called upon by Dr this, University professor that to pray to a god to develop the country. The president spents his time organising groups to visit the son of a god. Unniversity and secondary students spend their time not studying but praying to a god. Ghana has become ancient Egypt -the land of gods. And don't tell me there is a god with capital letter and another with small letter. Don't dare call pastors criminals because the have managed to use their brains to make a living preaching superstitious bullshit to infants, illiterates, mad people, mentally handicapped most of them with university degrees, doctorates etc.
yaanom 11 years ago

I disagree, in Ghana people will do anything if they know they will get away with it, anybody can form a church and start taking money from people and nobody questions him or her. The govt has a moral duty to stop this nonse ...
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I disagree, in Ghana people will do anything if they know they will get away with it, anybody can form a church and start taking money from people and nobody questions him or her. The govt has a moral duty to stop this nonsense by bringing in legislation that will deter these criminal pastors I repeat criminal pastors. At least they have to pay tax, the primary duty of govt is to protect its citizens. For your information Pastors from Nigeria are sending 1000s of dollars weekly out of Ghana and you are telling me the govt can't do anything about. I tell you what our problem is, our problem is, we lack simple thinking skills. Let's go to any part of the world and do the same and see what will happen. The black star players lost 1000s in taxes when they took their money in cash out of Brazil. What do you think would happen if it happened in Ghana? Changing society needs bold unpopular decisions and one of them is one man churches must pay 50% tax to the govt of Ghana.
Dily Circus 11 years ago

Pastor Otabil, you do it like no other, The truth and the truth only. That you are not the savior, but an instrument of the savior. Thak God for always telling like it is. God bless you for your Good Work

Pastor Otabil, you do it like no other, The truth and the truth only. That you are not the savior, but an instrument of the savior. Thak God for always telling like it is. God bless you for your Good Work
PK 11 years ago

What you have just written means you also single out Otabil as your idol. "Like no other?" Is that not praising solely Otabil? Do you know why others do what they do? It's only God who can tell the motive behind what people d ...
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What you have just written means you also single out Otabil as your idol. "Like no other?" Is that not praising solely Otabil? Do you know why others do what they do? It's only God who can tell the motive behind what people do or say. He is indirectly condemning some other men of God that people might be admiring.People of God are endowed with different gifts, and this must be taken note of. Some are Pastors, some are Teachers, Apostles, Prophets and Evangelists. somebody will be stronger in one ministry than the other, but the same GOD. let us learn to appreciate one another. Period! What is fake, the Lord will help us sort out by discernment through the knowledge of the Holy Scriptures. Amen.
Obi 11 years ago

that's a good analysis ....PK

that's a good analysis ....PK
GhanaBA 11 years ago

you are right pastor! some even worship men rather than God.

you are right pastor! some even worship men rather than God.
Nana 11 years ago

It's the same word I preached yesterday.

It's the same word I preached yesterday.
yaapoti 11 years ago

you are now wont people know their right in faith why not day one you become the heard of ICGC man of GOD because you are rich man you get a lot of money have advice your self not gain the whole would as a man of GOD and lost ...
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you are now wont people know their right in faith why not day one you become the heard of ICGC man of GOD because you are rich man you get a lot of money have advice your self not gain the whole would as a man of GOD and lost your soul with out nothing. GOD for give you because you don't know what you are doing Amen.
Atom Canada 11 years ago

Well said, Pastor Otabil."Others can teach us the principle of their faith, but each of us must come individually to a lasting and personal faith in Christ. For faith to be real, it must be our own. God will help us walk with ...
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Well said, Pastor Otabil."Others can teach us the principle of their faith, but each of us must come individually to a lasting and personal faith in Christ. For faith to be real, it must be our own. God will help us walk with Him and become rooted and established in the faith." God never fails. Depend on Him and not men.
Papa Yaw. 11 years ago

No

No
Boah kwasi gideon 11 years ago

the truth has no transilations.the truth is what rev.otabil has said.

the truth has no transilations.the truth is what rev.otabil has said.
Factually Reliable 11 years ago

You calling human being reverend and you say he is saying the truth. You guys worshipped this man as if he is dammy god. If he wants us to believe what he says then he should remove the signboards of his CHurch with his pictu ...
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You calling human being reverend and you say he is saying the truth. You guys worshipped this man as if he is dammy god. If he wants us to believe what he says then he should remove the signboards of his CHurch with his pictures on it. Even progrmammes are done with his picture on it even if is going to be held in remotest areas of Ghana. Least i forgot, i understand your Bishops own some churches, where whatever comes from the church is for the Bishop as in money. I wonder how much churches he owns yet you want to tell us he is holy than those who are also parading and masquerading like he did to get this far. na waaaoooo
KWASI IN EUROPE 11 years ago

Why should some people call themselves Men of God? Even Jesus never referred to himself like that. Are the rest children of Satan or what? You are a preacher, simple. You are all hypocrites.

Why should some people call themselves Men of God? Even Jesus never referred to himself like that. Are the rest children of Satan or what? You are a preacher, simple. You are all hypocrites.
Al Hajj AAA-Rashid(OH.USA) 11 years ago

Did this pastor just say he would not answer a distress phone call at night? A man of God indeed. How sad!

Did this pastor just say he would not answer a distress phone call at night? A man of God indeed. How sad!
Mahama nua 11 years ago

yes. Why should he answer ? Is he 911 operator ?

yes. Why should he answer ? Is he 911 operator ?
Close Observer 11 years ago

A very good answer

A very good answer
Nyansasem 11 years ago

The president turns off his phone at night. I do turn off my phone at night. And many people do. Why should a pastor phone not be turned off at night?

This is the reason why he is teaching them to learn HOW TO CALL ON GOD. ...
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The president turns off his phone at night. I do turn off my phone at night. And many people do. Why should a pastor phone not be turned off at night?

This is the reason why he is teaching them to learn HOW TO CALL ON GOD. Because, the only thing he could do is to PRAY for you when you call him and why can't you pray yourself.
Kofi 11 years ago

Next time you are in distress at night, call the police or ambulance and let the Imam sleep.

Next time you are in distress at night, call the police or ambulance and let the Imam sleep.
Sikamanba 11 years ago

You're taking it out of context and only interpreting the letter but it is the spirit behind what he said that is important.

You're taking it out of context and only interpreting the letter but it is the spirit behind what he said that is important.
PAA NII 11 years ago

Is Sabbath made for man or man made for Sabbath?

Is Sabbath made for man or man made for Sabbath?
Agbango Jeremiah 11 years ago

powerful word

powerful word
oyarifa 11 years ago

that guy is lying big time

that guy is lying big time
mobo 11 years ago

hmmmm.

hmmmm.
MULLAM TULA 11 years ago

THIS MAN SOMETIMES MAKES ME WONDER ;DOES HE NOT KNOW THAT BY NOW IT IS THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC SITUATION IN GHANA WHICH HAS MADE THIS MEN VERY IMPORTANT CHARACTERS WHO BELIEVE THEY A SPECIAL LINE TO THE MAKER BESIDES WHO DOES HE M ...
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THIS MAN SOMETIMES MAKES ME WONDER ;DOES HE NOT KNOW THAT BY NOW IT IS THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC SITUATION IN GHANA WHICH HAS MADE THIS MEN VERY IMPORTANT CHARACTERS WHO BELIEVE THEY A SPECIAL LINE TO THE MAKER BESIDES WHO DOES HE MADE THESE MEN SO POWERFUL IT IS US GHANAIANS WHO ARE LAZY ; GREEDY; STEALERS AND CRIMINALS WHO BELIEVE IN INSTANT MIRACLES GET RICH QUICK WITHOUT WORK AND BELIEVE THAT EVERYTHING MUST SUCCEED IN LIFE ; BUT LIFE DOES NOT WORK THAT WAY.
Kwame T 11 years ago

Well said Pastor Otabil, this is the gospel truth and nothing else. Faith is an individual thing and is about time Ghanaians stop adoring fake pastors and believe in the Almighty and Everlasting father. THANK U MAN OF WISDOM ...
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Well said Pastor Otabil, this is the gospel truth and nothing else. Faith is an individual thing and is about time Ghanaians stop adoring fake pastors and believe in the Almighty and Everlasting father. THANK U MAN OF WISDOM AND REALITY Otabil ...
Che Andrew 11 years ago

This is the way to teach Christians and to build a nation.

This is the way to teach Christians and to build a nation.
TT 11 years ago

Man, do not be a hypocrite. You are also part of the problem. Talk to anybody who attends ICGC and they treat you like a God. Otabil is anointed, Otabil is blessed, Otabil is so and so. You also have a mega Church and you are ...
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Man, do not be a hypocrite. You are also part of the problem. Talk to anybody who attends ICGC and they treat you like a God. Otabil is anointed, Otabil is blessed, Otabil is so and so. You also have a mega Church and you are addressed as Pastor not Brother. You have a Honorary doctorate degree - a worldly title but you use it on all your books and rumour is that you get offended if you are not addressed as Dr. This article evn addressed you as Dr. Otabil. In your Church tithe payment is compulsory even though it is not a requirement in the Church Jesus asked the disciples to start. So take the log out of your eye first and you will see the speck in other people's eyes.
king 11 years ago

How can he control what his church members think about him.He is telling u what he thinks of himself which is all that matters.How do you expect the church to grow if people are not contributing, even Jesus used a childs' fiv ...
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How can he control what his church members think about him.He is telling u what he thinks of himself which is all that matters.How do you expect the church to grow if people are not contributing, even Jesus used a childs' five loaves of bread and 2 fishes to feed 5000 people. The truth is the truth and it does not matter who speaks it.Christians always use "remove a log from your eye quote" whenever someone tells them the truth. The truth shall set you free
Janet 11 years ago

I like you best when you are not politically biased!

I like you best when you are not politically biased!
Kelvin-B 11 years ago

Yes, this is true, we are in the age commercialising the churches is now the norm.
A very typical example is posting the photograph of the head pastor of the church on all the church advertising bill boards. This was not do ...
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Yes, this is true, we are in the age commercialising the churches is now the norm.
A very typical example is posting the photograph of the head pastor of the church on all the church advertising bill boards. This was not done during my school days in the 80's. We saw the Cross or the photo of Jesus Christ instead.

But what do we see now; ICGC without Pastor Mensah Otabil's photo is not ICGC..I can go on mentioning so many big, big churches parading their head pastors' photos, why...?
OSEI KWAME 11 years ago

You have made my day pastor Otabil, preach on in the name of the Lord.

You have made my day pastor Otabil, preach on in the name of the Lord.
musah 11 years ago

todays men of God perform miracles than Jesus himself

todays men of God perform miracles than Jesus himself
Jogate 11 years ago

Thank you Pastor Mensah. God bless you for sharing this. It is what the churches need to be preaching instead of lording over the members. I have always appreciated your ministry.
Shalom!

Thank you Pastor Mensah. God bless you for sharing this. It is what the churches need to be preaching instead of lording over the members. I have always appreciated your ministry.
Shalom!
abraham 11 years ago

this are the true men of God.he always preach about real life situation.what you will meet on the way going.i pray that we get more of such pastors like mensah otabil.

this are the true men of God.he always preach about real life situation.what you will meet on the way going.i pray that we get more of such pastors like mensah otabil.
Paapa, USA 11 years ago

A lot of men of God are not preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. Some Pastors preach the gospel randomly. We should always preach the gospel, not here and there, on and of. The gospel is the gospel, it is not economic empowe ...
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A lot of men of God are not preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. Some Pastors preach the gospel randomly. We should always preach the gospel, not here and there, on and of. The gospel is the gospel, it is not economic empowerment. it is the CROSS and the BLOOD. And Otabil is guilty of this, he preaches the gospel sometimes, not always.
Sammy 11 years ago

Ah! how that description fits you, Mr. Otabil.

Ah! how that description fits you, Mr. Otabil.
Yao 11 years ago

It's powerful. Speaking from experience

It's powerful. Speaking from experience
Kwasi Adarkwah - Sunyani 11 years ago

Who made you people men of God? So all this while you know this and you are not revealing, because of tithes and offering. Fire will burn you hypocrite. Can you tell me the name of the church that Christ built? You people are ...
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Who made you people men of God? So all this while you know this and you are not revealing, because of tithes and offering. Fire will burn you hypocrite. Can you tell me the name of the church that Christ built? You people are now wiser than the saviour who you profess following. God will punish you all for taking from the cogregation without them getting nothing from you.
JAA 11 years ago

I like that always tell them the truth

I like that always tell them the truth
G Baah - Atlanta 11 years ago

I like his message of self reliance in faith. I wish he had clarified who a man of God is. Several preachers parade themselves as men of God, but they are not. They are, in my humble opinion, the people discrediting the noble ...
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I like his message of self reliance in faith. I wish he had clarified who a man of God is. Several preachers parade themselves as men of God, but they are not. They are, in my humble opinion, the people discrediting the noble calling of pastoring.
Akwasi London 11 years ago

this is my first time of writing on this page I say big Amen it this msg

this is my first time of writing on this page I say big Amen it this msg
xanders 11 years ago

infact, Pastor Otabil has spoken de truth, no man of God can help us, is God only who can help us, this implies dat, everyone must put his or her eye upon de Lord. This Advice goes straight to mahama ntafoo prez tweeeeeeeeaaa ...
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infact, Pastor Otabil has spoken de truth, no man of God can help us, is God only who can help us, this implies dat, everyone must put his or her eye upon de Lord. This Advice goes straight to mahama ntafoo prez tweeeeeeeeaaaaa
emperor 11 years ago

Amen

Amen
Kow Kyemeinu 11 years ago

Dear Pastor,
Do you men of God meet from time to time?
You will help us a lot if you could agree to promote Christ intead of promoting yourselves.
Most of us believe you are the people with the power and not Christ.
That ...
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Dear Pastor,
Do you men of God meet from time to time?
You will help us a lot if you could agree to promote Christ intead of promoting yourselves.
Most of us believe you are the people with the power and not Christ.
That is what you say and do tell us.
Very unfortunately not many of us read the bible.
Tell your brothers to preach Christ, and we will begin to have faith in Him and also in His father.
A great message though.
If they find a way to insult you about this, then they are really ingenues!
WHO CARES 11 years ago

Most chuch members have idolised their minister; which in my opinion is wrong. like he said you can like, love or even admire him/her but not see as a God.Most ministers of God also portray themselves as God, especially when ...
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Most chuch members have idolised their minister; which in my opinion is wrong. like he said you can like, love or even admire him/her but not see as a God.Most ministers of God also portray themselves as God, especially when they minister healing on someone, they don't give the credit to God but they take the glory for themselves.
ISAAV 11 years ago

u have hit the nail rigth bravo

u have hit the nail rigth bravo
MUHAMMAD KAAMIL. 11 years ago

Idolaters,statues and images worshipers,tell pope to get wife,if he does,then corruption and diseases will reduce.

Idolaters,statues and images worshipers,tell pope to get wife,if he does,then corruption and diseases will reduce.
James 11 years ago

What about him kidnapping 250 school girls in the name of a religion of peace? If you live in filth and wash your ass with just a little water after toilet, you are only spreading cholera. That is not the doing of the pope.

What about him kidnapping 250 school girls in the name of a religion of peace? If you live in filth and wash your ass with just a little water after toilet, you are only spreading cholera. That is not the doing of the pope.
Thanks Pastor 11 years ago

Thank Pastor for this. Some have even become politicians all over the air waves.

Thank Pastor for this. Some have even become politicians all over the air waves.
fantastic boy 11 years ago

This is the best message i have heard all year. Thank you pastor for being honest. I like this message.

This is the best message i have heard all year. Thank you pastor for being honest. I like this message.
BB Brown 11 years ago

Every one would need a mentor, it is normal for people to put their trust on men of God to grow their faith. All through history worshipers would have to stand on their pastors to develop spiritually, even Paul a lot of the f ...
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Every one would need a mentor, it is normal for people to put their trust on men of God to grow their faith. All through history worshipers would have to stand on their pastors to develop spiritually, even Paul a lot of the flock leaned on him, John the Baptist too the same, the list is tall. Putting your believe on a man of God is normal, it helps to build ones faith.
Josh 11 years ago

They are not only superheroes; they also too frequently acquire the Dr title without really earning it. it may be interesting to know how he earned his Dr title

They are not only superheroes; they also too frequently acquire the Dr title without really earning it. it may be interesting to know how he earned his Dr title
Koshie 11 years ago

This is it.. Build your own faith so that you can stand in times of adversity.. Otherwise you will commit suicide if things dont go the way the Man of God has said.. But search the scriptures yourself and build your faith in ...
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This is it.. Build your own faith so that you can stand in times of adversity.. Otherwise you will commit suicide if things dont go the way the Man of God has said.. But search the scriptures yourself and build your faith in God and you will stand.. But Pastor it is also because there is very little or no Bible study in the charismati churches.. there is any bible study at all it is not given any the importance of educating one in the tenets of the bible is not stressed
Sikamanba 11 years ago

Pure preaching!

Pure preaching!
Prophet Dr Emmanuel Amoah Frank 11 years ago

yes I love man of God for what he was said.

yes I love man of God for what he was said.
Sikamanba 11 years ago

Kwasi it is very obvious that you are not well versed in the Bible. The term ' man of God' has been used since the days of the prophets.Elijah and Elisha , just to name these two, were always referred to as men of God.
Havin ...
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Kwasi it is very obvious that you are not well versed in the Bible. The term ' man of God' has been used since the days of the prophets.Elijah and Elisha , just to name these two, were always referred to as men of God.
Having said that the only other titles that are endorsed by scriptures for servants of God are Apostles, Prophets, evangelists,Teachers and Pastors. All other titles are, thus, mundane and arrogance.
There is nothing like doctor, archbishop and the like endorsed by the word of God.
It is sad that most servants of God want to tow the worldly way and be called by big mundane titles.
Yes ' man of God' is an Biblical endorsed title.
Pastor Otabil spoke the truth about one having that personal faith in Jehovah rather than him as a pastor. We can only emulate their faith just as Paul said we should emulate his faith as he emulate that of Christ.The meaning needs time and it is my prayer that a man of God will come across your path one day and expound unto you.
Stay in expectation for a visitation from God.
Stephen K. 11 years ago

Follow what u believe in. period. Bishop Obinim is my man.

Follow what u believe in. period. Bishop Obinim is my man.
ISSA ABONGO 11 years ago

IN THE BOOK OF REVELATION, ONE OF THE SEVEN LAMPSTANDS, THAT IS ONE OF THE CHURCHES IN ASIA MINOR, TO WHICH LORD ASKED JOHN THE DIVINE TO WRITE A LETTER TO, PRACTISED THE NICOLAITAN SYSTEM, WHICH IS THE RULE OF THE CLERGY AND ...
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IN THE BOOK OF REVELATION, ONE OF THE SEVEN LAMPSTANDS, THAT IS ONE OF THE CHURCHES IN ASIA MINOR, TO WHICH LORD ASKED JOHN THE DIVINE TO WRITE A LETTER TO, PRACTISED THE NICOLAITAN SYSTEM, WHICH IS THE RULE OF THE CLERGY AND SUBJECTION OF THE LAITY. NICO IN GREEK STANDS FOR THE CLERGY AND LAITAN IS THE LAITY. IN THE LORDS WORDS, HE HATES THAT SYSTEM OF THE CLERGY LORDING IT OVER THE LAITY. SO PASTOR MENSA-OTABIL HAS HIT THE NAIL ON THE HEAD. EVERYONE HAS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AS THE PASTOR TO BUILD UP THEIR FAITH IN GOD AND DO ALL THE MIRACLES, PREACH THE GOSPEL, HEAL THE SICK AS THE PASTOR DOES.
truth 11 years ago

pastors all over Ghana greedy ones. their mansions ,cars and majority o Christians see them as idol. On that day will see if those pastors make it to heaven? Very sad. Folks thinks because is 10,000 congregation is the best c ...
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pastors all over Ghana greedy ones. their mansions ,cars and majority o Christians see them as idol. On that day will see if those pastors make it to heaven? Very sad. Folks thinks because is 10,000 congregation is the best churches. Lord have mercy.
KB 11 years ago

this man speaks the truth

this man speaks the truth
Dynamic Thinter 11 years ago

Otabile

Otabile
Alfred 11 years ago

great message from a man of God
God bless u.

great message from a man of God
God bless u.
seshie 11 years ago

Today's so called men of God have become, thieves, arrogant in stealing money from parisheners, sex addicts and big time liars.

Today's so called men of God have become, thieves, arrogant in stealing money from parisheners, sex addicts and big time liars.
MARSHALL,ATL 11 years ago

You are very right,may God richly bless you

You are very right,may God richly bless you
Atueknab 11 years ago

thank you man of GOD..GOD BLESS YOU

thank you man of GOD..GOD BLESS YOU
ETWE YE DE///HAMBURG 11 years ago

WHAT ABOUT YOU;;;?

WHAT ABOUT YOU;;;?
Moses 11 years ago

Is this about TB Joshua. Are u afraid of the competition. This is unfair in his time of need.

Is this about TB Joshua. Are u afraid of the competition. This is unfair in his time of need.
Mokobi 11 years ago

At least one of them said the truth. And the truth set us free! Amen.

At least one of them said the truth. And the truth set us free! Amen.
NOBODY 11 years ago

There are no men of God. God never appointed any man or woman to represent God. All these guys are quacks, crooks, and slick-talking conmen.

There are no men of God. God never appointed any man or woman to represent God. All these guys are quacks, crooks, and slick-talking conmen.
Maxwel 11 years ago

You are confused bigot

You are confused bigot
Red Eye 11 years ago

You place your hands on the blind supposedly to heal but nothing happens, but you are too scared to go to the cholera patient and place your hands to heal them.

Super heroes con-artist pretending to be what you are not. Y ...
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You place your hands on the blind supposedly to heal but nothing happens, but you are too scared to go to the cholera patient and place your hands to heal them.

Super heroes con-artist pretending to be what you are not. You fall sick and you see a doctor secretly for medication but your church member falls seek and you think prayers or prayer camps are the solutions.
CANTONA 11 years ago

well said man of God.

well said man of God.
Ugly Akufo Addo 11 years ago

You r one of those pastors

You r one of those pastors
THE CHOSEN ONE 11 years ago

CONMAN. AFTER USING TRICKS TO GET MONEY AND BUILD AN EMPIRE, NOW HE IS EXPOSING HIMSELF.
IF YOUR CONSCIENCE OS CLEAN AND YOU HAVE NOW REPENTED, THEN GIVE THE PEOPLE BACK WHAT YOU TOOK FROM THEM.
EWIE, BARAWO, JULOR.

CONMAN. AFTER USING TRICKS TO GET MONEY AND BUILD AN EMPIRE, NOW HE IS EXPOSING HIMSELF.
IF YOUR CONSCIENCE OS CLEAN AND YOU HAVE NOW REPENTED, THEN GIVE THE PEOPLE BACK WHAT YOU TOOK FROM THEM.
EWIE, BARAWO, JULOR.
moby dick 11 years ago

They are not men of God. They are con men looking for money. The most popular profession in Ghana nowadays is man of God.
And it pays.

They are not men of God. They are con men looking for money. The most popular profession in Ghana nowadays is man of God.
And it pays.
moby dick 11 years ago

They are not men of God. They are con men looking for money. The most popular profession in Ghana nowadays is man of God.
And it pays.

They are not men of God. They are con men looking for money. The most popular profession in Ghana nowadays is man of God.
And it pays.
Tony, Eritrea 11 years ago

Pastor I agree with you 1,000,000%, because this is what is killing us today and the innocent are being milked day in and out by these so called heroes. Is hard time christians and believers change their ways and believe that ...
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Pastor I agree with you 1,000,000%, because this is what is killing us today and the innocent are being milked day in and out by these so called heroes. Is hard time christians and believers change their ways and believe that God is the answer to everything
still rastafari 11 years ago

what you Say or Do God writes on the wall.....

what you Say or Do God writes on the wall.....
still rastafari 11 years ago

May God keep Otabil with his blessings..

May God keep Otabil with his blessings..
Rikuss 11 years ago

It is not wrong, but the word is been abused

It is not wrong, but the word is been abused

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