Neno Evangelism Center Pastor James Ng’ang’a has cautioned his congregants against loss-making businesses.
The controversial preacher who is no stranger to stirring the pot with his bold, headline-grabbing statements, whether delivering thought-provoking sermons or engaging in banter with his congregation, Ng’ang’a’s words always seem to leave a lasting, humorous impression.
In his candid preaching, he didn’t just touch on spirituality but veered into the realm of business, offering some unsolicited yet intriguing advice to his followers.
The man of God warned Christians against venturing into businesses in the hospitality and transport stating he had witnessed first-hand losses.
“If you are saved, don't open a bar or hotel and lodging business (Wewe Ukiokoka usifungue bar ama hotel na lodging. Ukifungua hoteli na huuzi bangi na condom, wewe pastor, hiyo hoteli imeisha.,” he declared with a note of seriousness.
The preacher, who has made headlines for his guitar-playing prowess, shared with his audience that despite owning three matatus, he’s found little to no profit from them.
“I have three matatus, they are bothering me. Even I have sold one at a throwaway price and it was a new one. (Niko na matatu tatu, zinanisumbua hata nimeuza bei ya kutupa na yangu ilikuwa manyanga. Sababu kila saa sijui ni shetani gani),” he admitted.
According to him, the vehicles have been plagued with issues that seem to defy explanation, leaving him frustrated with the transport business altogether.
But his business woes don’t stop there. Ng’ang’a also took the opportunity to caution against diving into the hospitality industry.
He went on to elaborate that, based on his own failed attempts at running a hotel, the venture can be a money pit unless one resorts to activities many might consider unsavory.
“Mine is not doing well and is often empty. I had to look for someone to operate it and pay rent. Because you don't sell alcohol and you don't play loud music, then you won’t make it
Yangu inakaanga hivyo haina mtu, mpaka nimetafuta mtu nikambwambia wewe uza pombe yako na mimi unipee pesa mwisho wa mwezi,” he said.
The pastor didn’t mince his words, adding that, in his experience, one can only survive in such a business if they’re willing to engage in practices like selling alcohol or even more controversial items like marijuana and condoms.
In February, pastor Ng’ang’a fired back at critics who condemned him for refusing to help Milka Moraa with her rent arrears.
In an online video, the preacher slammed the media for allegedly portraying him negatively while ignoring the many people he has helped.
"Those of you in the media, look for your agemates to play with. I see you saying I did not help that woman. Why haven't you highlighted cases of the people that I've helped?" Ng’ang’a questioned.
The outspoken preacher insisted that his church was not a government agency and that he had no obligation to assist everyone who sought financial aid.
"My church is not the government of Kenya, I am not chosen by men. Open your church and help the needy. But come here and tell me you have not paid rent? This is a place of worship. If you think I will pay rent for you, wrong number!" he declared.
The incident, which initially appeared as a public humiliation for Moraa, turned out to be a blessing in disguise. After she was turned away by Ng’ang’a at the Neno Evangelism Centre, Moraa’s plight captured national attention, leading to intervention from well-wishers and government officials.
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