Renowned political activist, Reno Omokri, has weighed in on the recent statement made by Becky Enenche, wife of Pastor Paul Enenche, regarding the consequences of missing tithes. Becky Enenche had stirred controversy by claiming that failing to pay tithes would cause one to “return to square one,” a statement that has since generated mixed reactions across social media and religious circles.
Reno Omokri, known for his outspoken views on politics and religion, took to his Instagram page to directly address the issue. In a detailed critique, he accused Becky Enenche of misleading her followers, calling her statement a fabrication. He asserted that such claims are part of a larger trend where certain religious leaders use Christianity as a tool for personal financial gain, diverging from the true teachings of Jesus Christ.
In his Instagram post, Reno Omokri elaborated on how Christianity has been monetized and commercialized by some clergies, leading to an unfavorable perception of the faith in Nigeria. He likened their actions to those of "Yahoo boys" and expressed deep concern over how their approach undermines the core values of holiness and morality that Christianity stands for.
Omokri further linked this behavior to the politicization of religion, referencing Pastor Paul Enenche’s involvement in the 2023 Nigerian elections. He criticized the pastor for openly endorsing political candidates, such as Peter Obi, and using the pulpit as a platform for political campaigns. Omokri questioned why Pastor Enenche did not speak up when Peter Obi blamed night vigils for Nigeria’s economic challenges, highlighting what he called selective outrage.
The activist also delved into theological interpretations, dissecting Becky Enenche’s claim about the repercussions of missing tithes. Using his knowledge of Hebrew, Aramaic, and Koine Greek, Reno provided context for the term “devourer” mentioned in Malachi 3:11. He clarified that the term refers to agricultural pests in the original text and does not imply divine punishment for failing to tithe.
Omokri shared various modern Bible translations to support his argument, such as the New International Version and Contemporary English Version, which emphasize the agricultural context of the scripture. He explained that tithes in the Bible were primarily agricultural taxes meant to support Levitical priests who had no land inheritance.
Reno Omokri also pointed out that Jesus Christ, known as Yeshua in Hebrew, did not mandate the collection of monetary tithes. He cited Matthew 23:23, where Jesus addressed the Pharisees about tithing spices like mint, dill, and cumin while neglecting more critical virtues like justice and mercy. According to Omokri, there is no biblical precedent for collecting monetary tithes, as these were traditionally tied to agricultural produce or, in some cases, alcoholic beverages as outlined in Deuteronomy 14:24-26.
In closing, Reno Omokri reiterated his disapproval of the commercialization of Christianity and urged Nigerians to focus on the true teachings of Christ rather than the monetized doctrines propagated by certain religious leaders. His post has since sparked widespread debates, with many followers expressing both support and dissenting views in the comment sections.
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