An RCCG pastor was arrested abroad for addressing a gathering as ‘ladies and gentlemen’ — Adeboye
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has expressed concern over the arrest of one of the church’s pastors overseas for using the phrase “ladies and gentlemen” while addressing an audience.
Speaking during the monthly Thanksgiving service at the RCCG Throne of Grace in Lagos on December 1, Pastor Adeboye explained that the statement was deemed discriminatory in the host country as it excluded other recognized gender identities.
“The end is nearer than you think. Things are getting worse, and this is a wake-up call. One of my pastors abroad was arrested for simply addressing a gathering as ‘ladies and gentlemen. Some people reported him for discrimination, asking, ‘What about those who are neither ladies nor gentlemen?’”
“Those of you already in Christ, take this matter seriously. Do not let anyone weaken your stand. God is holy. Those still playing church—singing, clapping, and enjoying things without genuine commitment—remember, Jesus is coming back. The devil wants to harvest you, but you must not give him the opportunity. I want to see you in my Father’s house,” Adeboye urged.
