The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has cautioned Christians against placing material wealth above their spiritual well-being, describing the pursuit of riches at the expense of faith as “an act of stupidity.”
Speaking during the church’s ongoing 73rd Annual Convention, themed “The Overcomers,” Adeboye emphasized the need for believers to maintain spiritual discipline and resist worldly temptations if they are to live victoriously in Christ.
“God does not hate enjoyment,” Adeboye said. “But the body you pamper, shine, and make up will perish one day. Take care of the spirit, for that is what will go to heaven. The body does not want you to be an overcomer.”
Pastor Enoch Adeboye has emphasised that while prosperity aligns with God’s will, chasing wealth through dishonest means — such as lying, stealing, or cheating — goes against the principles of a true Christian. “If you are pursuing wealth at the expense of your soul, that would be stupidity,” he warned. “What happens when you die? How many of those things can you take with you?”
He explained that the life of an overcomer is one defined by discipline, sacrifice, and a rejection of worldly values. “To become a champion requires discipline. Remaining a champion requires even more — because every challenger wants your crown,” he noted.
Adeboye urged believers to remain firm in their faith and resist the pull of the flesh. “Life is war made up of battles,” he said. “But rejoice — you are not alone. The Holy Spirit, the Almighty dwelling in you, is greater than your enemies.”
Reflecting on the nature of humanity, he described individuals as a blend of earth and spirit. “You are a dangerous composition — both earth and Spirit. The dust pulls us down, while the Spirit of God lifts us up. The overcomer’s life lies in choosing the Spirit,” he stated.
Earlier in the day, the Redeemed Christian Church of God ordained 15,831 new ministers — including 10,343 deacons and deaconesses and 5,488 assistant pastors — as part of its expanding leadership structure.