Lynet Okumu

<ul><li>Televangelist Benny Hinn admitted to allowing false prophets to attend his crusades and misleading followers</li><li>Benny Hinn's influence extends worldwide, with a recent impact in Kenya drawing thousands to his meetings</li><li>His revelation sparked a conversation in the Christian community about trust in pastors and its implications for modern Christianity</li></ul>

In recent years, the world of modern Christianity has witnessed numerous controversies, particularly involving prominent pastors and evangelists.

One such figure is <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/local/benny-hinns-biography-family-marriage-ministry-healing-crusades-and-controversies/dsnqd8s" title="Opinion: Does Benny Hinn deserve forgiveness after apology for false prophesies?">Benny Hinn, a well-known televangelist </a>who recently expressed regret for allowing false prophets to attend his crusades.

Hinn admitted that he 'wasn't wise' in his decisions, which led to misleading many of his followers.

"We all make mistakes. The two things I regret most in ministry are that I was not too wise a number of times with prophecy. I had guests come to crusades who I think brought harm to not only people's lives but also my reputation because their prophecies were not really prophecies.

"They went outside the boundaries of redemption. Anything that's outside of redemption is not prophecy. We should not allow that. I allowed it, and then I stopped. But that was years ago when I stopped," he said during an interview with The Strang Report on May 7, 2024.

Israeli-born American-Canadian televangelist Benny Hinn

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This revelation has sparked a significant conversation within the Christian community about the extent to which believers should trust their pastors and the broader implications for modern Christianity.

<h3>Benny Hinn's ministry and influence</h3>

Benny Hinn is renowned for his healing ministries and televangelism, attracting millions of followers worldwide.

His ministry has been marked by large-scale crusades where people come seeking miracles and spiritual renewal.

First Lady Rachel Ruto with Benny Hinn at Nyayo National Stadium on Saturday, February 24, 2024

Hinn's influence extends far beyond the borders of his native Israel, reaching into the hearts of believers in every corner of the globe.

In his recent <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/local/rachel-ruto-invites-us-televangelist-benny-hinn-for-government-sponsored-crusade/9v4cxzb" title="Opinion: Does Benny Hinn deserve forgiveness after apology for false prophesies?">visit to Kenya,</a> Hinn's impact was unmistakable. Thousands flocked to his meetings, eager to witness the power of God as channeled through him.

Kenyan pastors and religious leaders, including influential figures like Pastor Ezekiel, Pastor Pius Muiru, and Reverend Kathy Kiuna, were in attendance.

Benny Hinn crusade in Nyayo Stadium, Nairobi

Hinn's recent apology has prompted many to reflect on the nature of trust in modern pastors.

In Kenya, as in many parts of the world, pastors and prophets hold a powerful place in the hearts of believers. Figures like Prophet Owuor and <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/evangelist-ezekiel-filled-kasarani-stadium-single-handedly/smlh0sp" title="Opinion: Does Benny Hinn deserve forgiveness after apology for false prophesies?">Pastor Ezekiel Odero </a>command large followings, with their congregants often taking their words as gospel truth.

However, this complete trust can lead to disillusionment when prophecies fail to materialise or their expectations of healing are not met.

Prophet David Owuor inside the private jet he was honoured with for his gospel activities during his Brazil mission.

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For instance, Prophet Owuor's numerous predictions, including the Haiti earthquake, that he claimed came to pass, and the infamous prophecy about a major earthquake in Kenya that is yet to come to pass.

Similarly, Prophet Ezekiel has drawn large congregations but has also been scrutinised for some of his practices.

<h3>Dangers of blind faith &amp; importance of discernment</h3>

While faith is a cornerstone of religion, blind trust in any human, including religious leaders, can lead to disappointment and disillusionment.

Pastor Ezekiel Odero of the New Life Prayer Centre & Church

It's important to clarify that this discussion is not an attack on faith or the church. The focus is on the necessity of discernment and personal accountability in one's spiritual journey.

Faith in God should be strong, but trust in human leaders should always be balanced with critical thinking and personal understanding of religious teachings.

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the position of Pulse as its publisher.

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Mama Rachel hailed Vujicic as a global icon of resilience and positivity, noting that he is a testament to the power of the human spirit, having had to overcome obstacles to touch the lives of many.

Vujicic was born with Tetra Amelia Syndrome, a condition characterised by the absence of arms and legs.

“Nick Vujicic, an Australian-American Christian evangelist and motivational speaker, is a global icon of resilience and positivity. Despite being born with Tetra Amelia Syndrome, a condition characterised by the absence of arms and legs, he has never let his physical limitations define him. He is a testament to the power of the human spirit.” The first lady wrote.

First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto hosting famous pastor Nick Vujicic at State House on Friday, February 2, 2024

She highlighted Vujicic’s courage, tenacity and positivity as truly inspiring, adding that the meeting reminded her that obstacles can indeed become opportunities.

“His ministry, Life Without Limbs, and his message of faith in Jesus Christ have touched countless lives around the world. His courage, tenacity, and positivity are truly inspiring. Meeting him was a reminder that obstacles can indeed become opportunities. It was an absolute honour to meet with Nick Vujicic at State House in Nairobi.” Wrote the First Lady on social media.

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In a previous visit a year earlier, Vujicic met more than 2000 students in Murang’a county.

He disclosed that he intervened and prevented 10 Kenyan students from committing suicide, with another 1000 being saved.

Faith Diplomacy and Benny Hinn's "government sponsored crusade"

In what has come to be referred to as Faith Diplomacy, a number of religious leaders have visited State House with some being invited into the country.

In September last year, celebrated American preacher Benny Hinn revealed details of his meeting with the First Lady, claiming that she flew all the way from Nairobi to the US to invite him for a nationwide crusade sponsored by the government.

"Something amazing happened. <a href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/local/rachel-ruto-invites-us-televangelist-benny-hinn-for-government-sponsored-crusade/9v4cxzb">The First Lady of Kenya flew from Nairobi with her team</a>, just for one reason; to ask me to come back to Nairobi for a nationwide government-sponsored crusade," Hinn said.

"The only time I think we've ever had that was in Papua New Guinea," the televangelist added.

A spot check across the city reveals that Hinn will be honouring the invite with billboards mounted along major roads announcing his upcoming crusade at Nyayo National Stadium.

First lady Mama Rachel Ruto on Friday, February 2, 2023 hosted renowned evangelist and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic.

Rachel Ruto's statement after hosting famous pastor Nick Vujicic at State House

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