The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has cautioned Christians against the blind pursuit of material wealth, describing such actions as ‘an act of stupidity’ when done at the expense of spiritual growth.

Speaking during the ongoing 73rd Annual Convention of the church at Redemption Camp, Mowe, Ogun State, Pastor Adeboye urged believers to maintain spiritual discipline and resist worldly temptations if they truly desire to live as overcomers in Christ.

Adeboye, preaching under the convention’s theme “The Overcomers,” emphasised that while God permits prosperity, accumulating wealth through dishonest means runs contrary to Christian values.

“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?”

“God does not hate enjoyment,” Adeboye added.

“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.”

The revered cleric said the path to spiritual victory involves sacrifice and a rejection of fleshly desires.

“To become a champion requires discipline. Remaining a champion requires even more — because every challenger wants your crown,” he added.

He encouraged Christians to cling to their faith amid spiritual battles, stating, “Life is war made up of battles. But rejoice, you are not alone. The Holy Spirit, the Almighty dwelling in you, is greater than your enemies.”

Highlighting the dual nature of man, Adeboye noted, “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.”