Pastor Korede Komaiya has stirred reactions after a trending video showed him making controversial statements about turning the other cheek.
The pastor declared that he would chop off any neck if someone slapped his right cheek and described himself, Jesus and the Holy Spirit as cursers.
Nigerians on social media have expressed mixed opinions, with some criticising the remarks and others supporting the pastor’s message about standing firm.
Nigerian pastor Korede Komaiya has sparked heated reactions online after a video showing him making controversial remarks about Christian teachings on turning the other cheek went viral.
In the clip, the clergyman challenged the familiar biblical teaching with a violent-sounding response to being slapped. His comments have triggered a debate among Nigerians about Christianity, the conduct of religious leaders and how believers should interpret biblical teachings.
Pastor Korede Komaiya’s controversial statement goes viral
The video features Komaiya making a striking comparison between the biblical instruction to turn the other cheek and how he would respond to an attack.
Rather than describing a peaceful response, the pastor said he would take a drastic action if someone slapped him on the right cheek.
“If you slap my right cheek, I will chop off your neck.”
He also made another declaration that attracted attention, describing himself and key figures in Christianity in a controversial manner.
“I’m a cursing pastor. Jesus is a curser. Holy Spirit is a curser. God is a curser”.
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The statements have drawn attention because of their connection to Christian teachings about forgiveness, restraint and responding to people who cause harm.
However, the supplied video description does not establish the full context of the sermon or what the pastor said before and after the quoted remarks.
Nigerians share different opinions about the pastor’s remarks
The viral clip has divided social media users, with some questioning the pastor’s words while others believe Christians should not be seen as weak because of their faith.
Sammy, identified as @Chibykboy, supported the pastor’s position, writing: “That’s the energy christians need…They should stop being weak in the name of my faith…Way to go pastor..”
MrFlex, however, encouraged believers to focus on their personal relationship with God rather than placing too much attention on individual pastors.
He wrote: “Omo its high time we believed in God only and not focus on a certain pastor. Get closer to God on your own and in a way more convenient for you, even God no like stress or too much talk. Ire o”
Other users were less impressed by the video.
What Nigerians said about Korede Komaiya
The following reactions reflect the different views shared by social media users:
@logical_pyper wrote: “You used to defend pastors 😂 now you’re tired of defending them”
@_survio wrote: “That’s all the do…..put stupid FEAR in people’s mind. This is very STALE now”
@dbigmark wrote: “The pastors are definitely not the problem cos after spewing rubbish he will still waltz in next Sunday and those clowns will still be there waiting to hear more 🤦”
@Nenuel01 wrote: “As a believer in Christ, I will advise all to stay rooted in Christ and his word, study the bible for yourselves, and pray for the guidance of the Holy Spirit. The end is near. JESUS IS LORD”
@hombreintelligen wrote: “Wowww, sometimes I think this videos are Ai but I am glad these men are being exposed by the internet for who they are truly are.”
Watch the full video here:
Jesus said if they slap your right cheek, turn your left. Alagba Korede Komaiya says “if you slap my right cheek, I will chop off your neck”
He then goes on to say:
“I’m a cursing pastor. Jesus is a curser. Holy Spirit is a curser. God is a curser”.A pastor actually said this.
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