Scripture not against Christians participating in politics, says Sholoye
Founder of The New Seraph, Dr. Oluwaseye Yomi-Sholoye, has disclosed that the scripture is not against Christians going into partisan politics, insisting that the church would support any member interested in contesting public office in the 2023 general election.
In her speech at the maiden edition of the Annual General Conference of The New Seraph in Sapade, Lagos Ibadan Expressway, she noted that one way the church can attain relevance is in the area of governance.
Speaking on the theme, ‘New Heights’ she said new heights in governance presupposes that “we would not just be complaining about cabal, the politicians, bad government, but go all out to be part of the crusade for this good governance we so desire.”
She added that the youths are the future of the country, hence no stone must be left unturned in helping them achieve their goals.
She said building the capacity of youths is important, stressing that educational attainment should also be new heights every youth must aspire to.
According to her, “education for our youths is non-negotiable. The place of education cannot be overemphasised. If truly we desire a new height for either our personal lives or the church, we need to encourage ourselves as far as education is concerned. Encouraging children towards academics is very important.”
Similarly, Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu and his counterpart in Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, also urged Christians not to only criticise public office holders, but to be actively involved in politics.
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