Rev Bempah Sparks Debate After Making Bold Claim on Tithes
- Reverend Dr Kwadwo Boateng Bempah, founder of Holy Hill Chapel Assemblies of God in Accra, has sparked controversy over his comments on tithe offerings
- The issue has raised concerns among some congregants about transparency and accountability in church financial management
- The discussion continues to generate engagement online, with many weighing in on the balance between faith and practical responsibility in religious practice
Reverend Dr Kwadwo Boateng Bempah, founder and General Overseer of Holy Hill Chapel Assemblies of God in Accra, has sparked widespread controversy following his comments on the collection and use of tithe offerings in the church.
During a sermon focused on faith, sacrifice, and commitment to God, Reverend Bempah stated that he would prioritise giving his tithe to God over addressing even life-threatening personal emergencies.
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He explained that, in his view, spiritual obedience to God must come before all other considerations, including family needs or urgent human situations.
According to him, even in a scenario where someone is critically ill or dying, he would still choose to honour his tithe commitment first, trusting that divine intervention could bring healing or restoration.
The preacher emphasised that placing God above all things is a core principle of Christian faith, adding that nothing should take precedence over spiritual obligations.
He maintained that believers must demonstrate unwavering trust in God, even in difficult or emotional circumstances.
His comments were framed within a broader message encouraging congregants to remain fully committed to their faith without compromise.
Ongoing debate on tithe in churches
Tithing has become a widely debated issue in several churches across Ghana in recent months, with growing public discussion about how church funds are collected and managed.
Many congregants and observers have raised questions about transparency, accountability, and the welfare of church members in relation to tithe contributions.
The debate has also sparked conversations about the balance between spiritual teachings and practical financial responsibilities within religious institutions.
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Backlash and public reaction
Reverend Bempah’s remarks have since generated significant backlash on social media, with many users questioning his stance on prioritising tithe over urgent human needs.
While some supporters defended his comments as a reflection of strong faith and biblical principles, others criticised the position as extreme and lacking compassion.
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The controversy has added to the ongoing national conversation about the role of tithes in modern-day church practice and how such funds should be utilised.
As discussions continue online, Reverend Bempah’s statement remains one of the latest contributions to the growing debate surrounding financial practices in churches in Ghana.
YEN.com.gh compiled the comments below.
JAHSON commented:
"So, where does he hand over his tithes to God? We want to know the location where he has been meeting God and handing over the tithes money to him. Well, at least the same bible says what u did not do for ur brother u did not do for me ur God. Peace."
The Mindset said:
"His members will still defend him. Ghana is a joke! Tueh!"
Henry Akanno
"Pastor, so if your own mother is dying on a hospital bed and the only money is the tithe. You let her die so God gets paid first? This isn’t faith, this is spiritual extortion with extra steps. Jesus flipped tables on the money changers. You’d hand Him the basket and say, “First fruits only, Lord.” Ghana, we dey see una."
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