Certainly, your pastor must belong to one of the below categories, as we continue to open the eyes of the gullibles in the world, to help them and prove to the world that jesus cannot and have never heal any sick/sickness, here are few ways to recognize a fake pastor, Evangelist, bishop and other self acclaimed christian Leaders:
- Excessive Focus on Wealth: If the pastor/Evangelist preaches prosperity gospel without pratically creating job opportunity or flaunts material wealth, it may indicate ulterior motives.
- Secretive Financial Practices: Lack of transparency in financial matters, such as refusal to disclose how much offerings were giving by their gullible members, or extravagant spending in buying private jets and expensive cars with no accountability.
- Manipulative Tactics: Emotionally manipulative tactics to coerce congregation members into giving money or unquestioningly following their directives.
- Unverifiable Claims of Miracles: Promising guaranteed miracles or supernatural interventions without any evidence or accountability.
- Isolation from Others: Encouraging followers to isolate themselves from friends and family, creating dependency on the pastor’s guidance.
- Authoritarian Leadership Style: Ruling with an iron fist, discouraging questioning or dissent, and demanding unquestioning obedience.
- Exploitation of Vulnerable Individuals: Targeting vulnerable individuals, such as the sick or financially distressed, for personal gain.
- Inconsistency in Teachings: Constantly changing doctrines or teachings without valid reasons or scriptural basis.
- Lack of Personal Integrity: Engaging in immoral or unethical behavior, such as adultery, dishonesty, or abuse of power.
- Resistance to Accountability: Refusal to subject themselves to oversight or accountability mechanisms, such as a board of elders or financial audits.
- Excessive Ego and Narcissism: Constantly seeking admiration and adoration, and reacting negatively to any criticism or questioning of their authority.
- Failure to Equip and Empower: Focusing solely on personal glory rather than empowering and equipping congregants for growth and service.
- Commercialization of Religion: Turning religious practices into a commercial enterprise, such as selling miracle cures, blessed items, or exclusive access to spiritual benefits.
- Lack of Humility: Genuine humility is often lacking in fake pastors, who may instead exhibit arrogance and a sense of entitlement.
- Hypocrisy: Preaching one thing but living another, such as advocating for humility and simplicity while living extravagantly.
- No Evidence of Growth: Lack of evidence of growth or positive impact on the lives of congregants over time.
- Failure to Address Real Issues: Avoidance of addressing real-life issues and challenges faced by congregants, focusing instead on superficial or irrelevant topics.
- Charismatic Manipulation: Using charisma and charm to sway emotions and gain unquestioning loyalty, rather than relying on sound biblical teaching and genuine spiritual guidance.
- Lack of Compassion and Empathy: Genuine pastors typically demonstrate compassion and empathy towards those in need, while fake pastors may lack genuine care for others’ well-being.
- Resistance to Dialogue and Discussion: Many pastors may avoid engaging in meaningful conversations or answering difficult questions about their beliefs and practices.
