Apostle Femi Lazarus Speaks On Gospel Music Ministry, Warns Against Commercialization

Apostle Femi Lazarus of Light Nation Church addressed his congregation on Sunday, March 23, emphasizing the biblical framework for a music ministry.

Previously, the cleric gained attention after a viral video surfaced in which he criticized gospel singers for charging fees to perform at churches and Christian events. His remarks even prompted a response from RnB star Timi Dakolo, fueling a broader debate on the issue.

Amid ongoing discussions about whether Nigerian gospel artists should charge for ministering in churches, Apostle Lazarus clarified the role of a music minister. He described them as individuals who use music as a primary tool to uplift the local church and, by extension, the body of Christ.

Reaffirming his stance against the commercialization of gospel music, he also directed a message to fellow clergy members, cautioning them against endorsing singers who demand payment before accepting invitations to minister in churches.

“If you’re a pastor and you call a music minister who charges you and you pay, God will judge you,” Apostle Femi Lazarus said in a video.

Watch video below:

See some comments below:

@motilolaofjesus:”He didn’t say don’t give money.He said CHARGE!”

@maryneneokon:”How about a pastor who is paid after preaching? I’m just asking o.

honeyk7777:”Be like say some music ministers don offend this pastor o. It is well na who Gospel musicians offend bayi o … If u say make Dem no charge wetin their family go de chop and how Dem go de take care of their parents who sent them to university to studied Music. Papa and mama spent money on.”

@damilareab:”Okay enough with this madness. Say it once and it’s okay, hammering on it now makes it look like an agenda.”

@official_jayvee91:”How about offering sir? Let everyone run their ministry the way God has sent them. Music ministers has family too. I’m not against offering nor tithe because it’s biblical but same bible says a man’s gift pave way for him.”