Founder of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has sparked widespread debate following a sermon in which he argued that a man’s true character is only revealed when he has money.

Addressing his congregation during a recent service, Apostle Suleman questioned the popular belief that a man’s behaviour during hardship is a reliable reflection of his values.

According to the preacher, humility without financial power may simply be circumstantial.

“You don’t have character as a man if you don’t have money,” he declared. “A broke man can be humble. That humility may be out of necessity, not conviction.”

Apostle Suleman contended that financial comfort provides the platform for true moral testing, particularly in areas such as pride, loyalty, and respect—especially towards women who may be less privileged. A man who gains wealth, he said, yet resists the temptation to wield that power arrogantly or misuse it to exploit others, particularly women, is the one whose character can be truly trusted.

His remarks have reignited conversation across social media platforms, with many users debating whether money truly corrupts character—or simply reveals what was already hidden. Others noted that Suleman’s comments touch on a growing societal concern over the impact of wealth on relationships and integrity.

While the sermon was framed within the context of personal growth and relationships, it has also raised broader questions about gender expectations, especially concerning financial roles and emotional maturity in men.