Cleric urges pastors to uphold true Christian faith, stop commercializing gospel

From Femi Oyelola

The Senior Pastor of House of Purpose Ministry in Kaduna State, Apostle Yakubu Yusuf, has admonished Christian clerics to preach the unadulterated message of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that the gospel must never be treated as a commercial enterprise.

Apostle Yusuf gave the charge during the ordination of three new pastors—Williams Iliya Aliko, Jodice Dakari Johnson, and Emeka Onuchukwu—at the conclusion of the ministry’s annual Fire Conference in Angwan Sunday, Chikun Local Government Area.

Speaking on the theme of the weeklong convention, “The Blessed,” the cleric described the ordination as a divine confirmation of God’s calling and urged the newly appointed ministers to remain steadfast in their service.

“Faithful is He that called thee. If God called a man, God needs that man. As they go out there discharging the work of the Lord, let them do it faithfully and genuinely,” Apostle Yusuf said.

He warned ministers against monetizing spiritual activities, encouraging them instead to guide believers toward God as the ultimate solution to prevailing economic and security challenges.

According to him, the gospel centers on the person of Jesus Christ rather than financial or material gain.

He noted that ordained ministers must prioritize patience, endurance, prayer, and fidelity to biblical teachings.

He also urged church members to seek righteousness and prepare spiritually amid global uncertainties.

The ministry’s resident pastor, Pastor Francis Musa, expressed confidence that the addition of the new shepherds would enhance evangelical outreach and lighten administrative burdens within the church.

Responding on behalf of the newly ordained ministers, Pastor Williams Iliya Aliko expressed gratitude to the church leadership, acknowledging the demands of full-time ministry while affirming their reliance on divine strength to fulfill their commission.