The General Overseer of the Anointed Palace Chapel (APC), Rev. Isaac Obofour, has urged young people not to succumb to the pressure of rushing into marriage.
He expressed concern over a growing trend where some churches not only pressure the youth into marriage but also arrange marriages within the congregation.
During a sermon, Rev. Obofour cautioned, “Don’t be in a hurry to marry; such a significant decision should never be made lightly. If you make a mistake the first time, there’s no guarantee you’ll get a second chance.”
He said individuals should not allow the church to dictate their choice of spouse, warning that the church may not offer support if marital problems arise.
“Don’t let the church push you into marrying someone just because they’re a church member. If the marriage doesn’t work out, the church won’t be concerned,” he advised.
Rev. Obofour also stressed the importance of discernment, noting that while some church members may seem like ideal partners but they may not truly embody the values they profess.
“Some men in the church might appear to be perfect husband material, but don’t be deceived. Just because they’re in the church doesn’t mean they’re right for you. The church may teach good values, but you need to ensure the person you’re considering genuinely lives by those values,” he warned.
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