Nigerians React as Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Funfeyin’s Ministry
Responds Gracefully to Mockery: “Spiritual Realities Are Not Always
Logical”
David Akanome | PR Journalist | Benue State, Nigeria
The
internet has been buzzing with reactions as Nigerians weigh in on the
recent shade allegedly thrown at Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Funfeyin by
Pastor Abel Damina. The controversy erupted after a sermon in which
Pastor Damina ridiculed an unnamed South South prophet for selling what
he described as “heavenly sand, soap, the Key of David, and Heaven’s ATM
Card.”
Social media users and members of the Christ
Mercyland Deliverance Ministry have since responded, calling for
maturity, understanding, and respect for spiritual diversity within the
Christian community. While some see Damina’s comments as humorous,
others say the remarks crossed a line.
In a widely shared Facebook post, one Nigerian believer captured the sentiment of many:
**“Honestly, I think it’s time we all learn to respect the diversity in how God moves through His servants.
I
watched the video where Pastor Abel Damina mocked symbolic items like
‘Heaven’s ATM Card’ and ‘Key of David’ and while some might laugh, I
couldn’t help but feel it crossed a line.
If we truly understand
the prophetic and the deep symbolism often found in African
Pentecostalism, these things aren’t strange at all. They’re metaphors,
points of contact. Just like Moses had a rod or Elijah had a mantle, God
can use anything to stir faith.
Prophet Jeremiah Omoto
Funfeyin’s ministry has always been bold, visual, and prophetic and
it’s worked. There are countless testimonies to back it up. Mocking what
you don’t understand doesn’t mean it’s not real. It just shows you’re
not part of that frequency.
What I admire most is that
Christ Mercyland didn’t clap back with insults. They responded with
grace, choosing unity over division. That’s spiritual maturity.
Disagreeing is fine. We won’t all serve God the same way. But public mockery of another man’s calling? That’s dangerous ground.
Let’s be careful. The kingdom needs healing, not hostility.**
#MyThoughts #RespectTheAnointing #ProphetJeremiahOmoto #ChristMercyland #UnityInChrist #SpiritualThingsAreSpirituallyDiscerned
This
comment echoes what many believers are feeling: concern over the rising
trend of pulpit mockery and a desire for more unity in the Body of
Christ.
A spokesperson from Christ Mercyland echoed similar sentiments:
“Not
everything in the realm of the Spirit is meant to be dissected by
carnal logic. Prophetic acts—whether it’s the use of oil, water, or
symbolic keys—are not new. From Moses’ rod to Elijah’s mantle, the Bible
is filled with physical tokens that carried spiritual weight.”
Indeed,
Prophet Funfeyin’s ministry is known for highly visual and symbolic
forms of faith expression. While critics may dismiss them as
superstition, thousands of testimonies from across Nigeria and abroad
tell a different story.
According to the ministry,
items like the “Heaven’s ATM Card” are not literal objects of power but
prophetic metaphors—tools to awaken faith and remind believers of their
spiritual access and covenant rights in a relatable, modern context.
Still, rather than retaliating with counterattacks, the ministry has maintained its stance on peace, forgiveness, and unity.
“We
will not fight back,” said the ministry’s media director. “We
appreciate Pastor Damina’s passion for doctrine, but the move of God
cannot be boxed into one expression.”
As the sermon clip continues to trend, the bigger conversation now seems to be shifting—from doctrine to dignity.
In
a time when Christian unity is more needed than ever, the call from
many Nigerians is clear: “Correct, if you must—but do it with love, not
ridicule.”
For Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Funfeyin and his
followers, the focus remains unchanged: deliverance, healing, and
restoration for all who believe.
