The debate over whether unmarried pastors should preach on marriage, offer counseling, or officiate weddings continues to draw strong reactions. Joining the conversation, Pastor Desmon Desmon has publicly disagreed with Apostle Alain Joshua’s stance, raising key scriptural and cultural counterarguments.
Responding directly to Apostle Alain Joshua’s post, Pastor Desmon Desmon pointed to the New Testament writer whose teachings form the foundation of Christian marriage guidance:👇
"The funny thing be say scriptures una de use to bless married na Apst Paul wey no be even get girl friend write up. And na he preach and give marriage counseling pass all man. So wety you mean Apst?"
Pastor Desmon Desmon highlighted three main points in defense of single ministers:👇
The Example of Apostle Paul: He noted that Apostle Paul, who authored much of the biblical instruction on marriage, was himself unmarried and had no romantic relationship, yet provided profound marital teaching.
Catholic Tradition: He questioned whether Apostle Joshua's logic would imply that Catholic priests who practice celibacy yet routinely officiate marriages and offer marital guidance are also wrong.
Cultural Context of Marriage: He argued that true marriage fundamentally rests on traditional family consent and bride price rather than formal church ceremonies, stating:👇
"By the way wety be married? Marriage na when papa and mama collect bride price chop and hand pikin to the husband, any other one na drama."
Adding a lighter touch, Pastor Desmon Desmon described modern church weddings as largely cultural additions meant to satisfy tradition before concluding with a direct call:
"So leave single pastors make them work baba."
The Debate Continues 👇
Where do you stand? Does personal marital experience define a pastor's ability to counsel and officiate, or does scriptural authority transcend singlehood?
Sound off in the comments!
(Check Apostle Alain message on our previous post please)
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