Pastor Abel Damina sparks fresh debate, claims tithes never reach heaven but fund earthly church operations.
His viral sermon challenges traditional tithing doctrines, calling promises of divine blessings deceptive.
Renowned Nigerian pastor and leader of Abel Damina Ministries International (ADMI), Dr. Abel Damina, has once again stirred the waters of religious discourse by declaring that tithes and offerings are not sent to God but are rather utilized by people here on Earth.
In a clip from his latest sermon that’s now gone viral, Pastor Damina boldly stated, “No offering goes to heaven.” Every offering we collect is used by men. All the offerings we give to God go to men.” Known for his bold and often unconventional takes on religious doctrine, Damina has long been an outspoken critic of many mainstream teachings, especially those concerning financial giving in the church.
He went on to criticize certain pastors and religious leaders whom he accused of misleading congregants with promises of divine blessings tied to tithing. “Those tithe mongers who say the windows of heaven will open when you pay tithes are lying,” he said. ““The doors have remained open ever since Jesus rose from the dead. ”They collect from everyone but don’t give to anyone. I was there; I know how it works.”
The statement sparked a wave of reactions online, with many Nigerians weighing in on the long-standing debate around tithing and religious accountability.
A user on X (Twitter), @ani_ukpanah, shrugged off the controversy saying, “Nothing that he said here is new, lol. We’re tired of hearing the same thing over and over, please.”
@Babtunns1 referenced scripture in defense of tithing, writing, “He said bring all tithe and offering to my house and I will open the gate of blessing.”
Not everyone was swayed by Damina’s words. @mr_peteru77 expressed fatigue over the ongoing debate: “We don hear now shoooo. This man keeps overwhelming us with constant sermons about tithes and offerings. Didn’t he have another sermon to preach? If he likes he should preach against it 1 billion times, I’m still going to pay my tithe ‘cause I follow what the Bible says.”
Another user, @Folorun87048111, expressed a more relatable concern, saying, “What annoys me is seeing someone pay tithe and still remain poor.” Na those people wey no dey pay tithe be millionaires and billionaires.”
While Damina’s statements are far from new in theological debates, they reignite important conversations around faith, church practices, and financial transparency, questions that continue to divide opinion among the faithful.
