In a recent and strongly-worded sermon, Pastor Chris Okafor of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry delivered a stark warning to his congregation about the spiritual consequences of opposing him. The cleric linked such actions to direct attacks on the personal blessings and prosperity of his church members.
A Stern Warning from the Pulpit
The message was delivered from the pulpit against the backdrop of the ongoing public controversy involving actress Doris Ogala, which has sparked widespread debate online. Pastor Okafor framed any attack on a genuine man of God as a spiritual assault with far-reaching implications.
"When you see a people or a person attacking a church, attacking a man of God, that person is not just a human being. That person is a demon, a devil sent on assignment," Pastor Okafor declared during his address. He further invoked biblical imagery, stating, "If you strike the shepherd, the sheep will scatter."
He elaborated that such persecution is not merely targeted at the individual pastor but extends to the entire congregation. "Every time you see an attack on a man of God who is genuinely innocent, it's not just an attack on him—it's an attack on you," he explained to his followers.
The Triad of Attack: Blessings, Help, and Prosperity
Pastor Okafor broke down what he believes is at stake for believers when a prophet faces opposition. He presented a three-fold consequence that directly impacts the congregation's spiritual and material well-being.
"Number one, it is your blessing that is being attacked. Number two, it is your help that they are attacking. And thirdly, it is your prosperity that is under attack," he asserted. He emphasised that a true prophet serves as a conduit for divine favour and provision for the people.
The pastor urged members to remain steadfastly aligned with divine authority, cautioning that associating with those who oppose God's messenger could have severe repercussions. "Whatever you attack or stay around people that attack what God sent to preserve you, you lose the covering," he warned, suggesting a loss of spiritual protection.
Public Backlash and Online Reactions
The sermon and its timing, amid the Doris Ogala saga, have ignited a firestorm of reactions on social media platforms, particularly on Instagram where clips of the message were shared. Many Nigerians online expressed strong criticism of the pastor's stance.
User lucas_ugoh commented, "Know God for yourself..your pastor no special pass you….we all have free access to communicate and build a personal relationship with God." Another user, serenetta_apple, suggested, "I think you're the wolf in shepherd's clothing in this case."
Criticism also focused on the call for blind allegiance. User apstchuckszee wrote, "Pastors should stop making themselves to look like God so that they will brainwash their gullible followers to be looking up to them instead of God." Others, like florencegabriel1281, referenced the ongoing controversy directly, advising, "Sir please go and do DNA to prove your innocent period. Our God can not be mock."
The backlash highlights a growing public scrutiny of religious leaders and their doctrines in Nigeria's vibrant and often contentious digital space.
Context: Stepping Aside Amid Controversy
This warning comes shortly after Pastor Chris Okafor announced he would be stepping aside from his ministerial duties. In a previous address to his congregation, the cleric stated he had not rested since getting married and that it was time for him and his wife to go on a honeymoon.
He described this period, scheduled to last one month with a return in February, as a time for prayer and seeking God's face. This temporary leave was announced amidst controversies involving several women, which have drawn significant public and online attention.
The convergence of his departure announcement and his forceful sermon on persecution has cemented Pastor Chris Okafor's position at the centre of a major talking point within Nigerian pop culture and religious circles in early 2026.
