Ghanaian veteran musician Kwaisey Pee has stated that tithes are not meant for the church or pastors alone.
Focusing specifically on the distribution of church funds, Kwaisey Pee argued during an interview the mud morning show on Rainbow Radio 87.5FM that tithes are frequently misappropriated in the modern era.
He claimed that these offerings are not intended solely for the church’s coffers or the upkeep of clergy, but should instead be distributed to widows, the needy, orphans, and the poor.
Challenging contemporary practices, he stated, “Every church in Ghana collects tithes and the Bible has made it categorically clear that the tithes are not meant for the pastors alone but also for widows, the needy, orphans, and the poor. But most of the time, when they take the tithes, what do they use them for?”
The musician linked this financial scrutiny to a broader right to question leadership, noting that since God created humans in His own image, individuals possess an inherent right to seek accountability.
He highlighted a viral video of a woman who was widely condemned for calling certain ministers “thieves” over tithing issues, suggesting that many Ghanaians react defensively due to deep-seated conditioning against questioning authority.
According to the highlife singer, any courageous individual who exercises their ability to think critically is unfairly labelled as arrogant by the religious establishment.
When asked by host Eddie Ray if his views had impacted his faith, Kwaisey Pee clarified that while his devotion remains firm, his relationship with the church has shifted.
“I am a Christian by all standards,” he explained, “but I have relaxed these days because… Jesus Christ is the product we are selling, but some people are benefiting much more than others.” He further questioned the authenticity of modern congregations, suggesting that out of any ten self-proclaimed followers, perhaps only three are genuine.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
