ABEOKUTA– Popular Televangelist and Actor, Rev. Dr. Olayiwola Olumide Samson popularly known as ‘Pastor Mercy’ Sunday celebrated 33 years in the service of the Lord.
Speaking with Newsmen at the event held at the Church Auditorium at Oke Ata, Abeokuta area of Ogun State, the elated man of God describe his journey as gratifying, adding that God has supported him all the way.
Pastor Mercy, as fondly called however called for the devolvement of governments from any form of religious activities, adding that there should be a divide between the two for proper development.
“I want to advice our leaders because they are the one causing troubles. They should remove religion from governance, the should remove chapel, mosques in government house.
“Let religion remain in the house of religion, there is nothing concern the government about religion, now they are promoting Christianity, Islam what about the traditional own? They also pay taxes as well.
“The religious leaders today saw the money in Aso rock and they want to share from it. It is we the religious leaders that are deceiving people.
“Government are there to steal what concerns them with organizing Iftar during Ramadan, organizing playing of pianos?, He queried
He however stated that he has had a fulfilled life in Christ, saying that all that he has achieved in 33 years is to the glory of God.
“It makes me feel better and happy celebrating my 33 years with the lord calling because he has supported me in everything and I believe he will support me even henceforth
“The journey has been so smooth because I don’t want to discourage upcoming pastors because their are different challenges you will meet growing in the ministry but if you are called genuinely you won’t look other side, you will be looking to Jesus and by so you will excel.
‘The ministry is moving forward, my life will move forward, all signs of my life, preaching, acting, publishing , singing will get more focus better for people to know that you can be a pastor and promote your talent”, he maintained
