Beware of ‘Grammar-Preaching’ false prophets, Muoka warns

…Dismisses Poverty Claims

By Olayinka Latona

LAGOS — The General Overseer of The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Movement, Lazarus Muoka, has cautioned Christians against what he described as deceptive end-time prophets, while also countering claims that members of his church are poor.

Speaking at the grand finale of the church’s annual Easter retreat crusade, themed “God’s Covenant of Peace and Blessing,” held at its Revival Ground International Headquarters in Ijesha, Lagos, Muoka emphasised that God remains faithful to His promises.

“God keeps to His covenant and does whatever He promises. He cannot lie because He is holy and without unrighteousness,” he told the congregation.

The cleric criticised what he described as “false prophets” who rely on eloquence rather than transformative teachings, insisting that true Christianity is rooted in the undiluted word of God.

Referencing a testimony shared during the crusade, Muoka said: “The false prophet’s grammar did not change her life. She went through various struggles and even contemplated taking her life. But when she came to Chosen, she was delivered and her life changed for the better.”

He added that true servants of God focus on salvation rather than theatrics. “My Master Jesus did not speak grammar. Apostle Peter did not speak grammar, but the undiluted word of God—which is what we preach,” he said.

Muoka further warned that some end-time preachers, despite being “specialists in prayer,” lack a genuine message of salvation.

“No one is truly born again in such gatherings. They are rooted in deception. But in Chosen, we magnify the word of God. That is why the Bible says: seek first the kingdom of God and every other thing shall be added unto you,” he stated.

Addressing widespread perceptions about his congregation, the cleric rejected claims that members of the church are poor, asserting that many are financially successful but choose modest lifestyles.

“We have some of the richest people who quietly contribute to society and the work of God in billions,” he said, challenging critics to match such levels of generosity.

Muoka argued that the perceived lack of flamboyance among his members is a deliberate reflection of their faith and values, rather than a sign of poverty.

He also attributed public ridicule of the church’s testimonies to what he described as limited spiritual understanding among critics.

The cleric urged Christians to live upright lives, stressing that true transformation is complete and not partial.

“There is nothing like half-transformation. It is either you are born again or not,” he said, adding that believers must reflect Christ in both private and public life.

Muoka concluded by expressing confidence that attendees of the crusade would experience visible transformation.

“People will see the change in their lives, and it will be evident that it is the work of God,” he said.