Nairobi – Neno Evangelism founder, Pastor James Ng’ang’a, has once again stirred debate after delivering a fiery warning to congregants who approach him for financial assistance.
Speaking during a recent church service, the outspoken preacher made it clear that his pulpit was not a place to request rent money, school fees, or hospital bills. In a stern tone, he said he only offers help when he personally feels moved, not when pressured by constant demands.
“Those coming to church expecting me to pay rent, let me not see you even for one day,” he declared. “Don’t ask me to pay your child’s school fees; take them back where you found them.”
His remarks came after he received a call from a church member seeking money for a child’s medication. Ng’ang’a dismissed the plea, saying such people were driven by money, not faith. He even theatrically emptied a bag of medicine during the service, mockingly inviting the caller to collect drugs from him instead of cash.
The pastor’s tough stance drew mixed reactions online, but surprisingly, many Kenyans sided with him. Supporters argued that the role of the church is spiritual nourishment, not financial rescue. “Faith is what makes us go to church and pray,” one user commented. Another added, “You cannot help everyone; people should trust God, not pastors, for provision.”
Ng’ang’a, often in the spotlight for his unconventional style, has built a reputation for blending stern rebukes with dramatic displays during sermons. His latest rant reinforces his message that the church should not be mistaken for a welfare office.
For now, his words have sparked fresh conversation on the blurred line between faith, money, and responsibility within Kenya’s churches.
By tuko