Isaiah Macwealth
Isaiah Macwealth | |
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| Born | 3 June 1981 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | University of Benin |
| Occupation(s) | Prophet, Author, Televangelist |
Isaiah Macwealth, popularly known as Isaiah Michael Wealth, (born 3 June 1981) is a Nigerian clergyman and televangelist who is the founder of the Gospel Pillars International Churches.[1] Macwealth is an author of over 100 books and the originator of One Sound Revival TV - a broadcast media project that preaches the unity of faith, and integration among Christian believers through non-denominational practices and sermons.[2] He is a lover of Jesus and songwriter,[3] and the convener of Pray Nigeria Movement.[4] His International church, which functions as an arm of Isaiah Wealth Ministries, has its operation across different continents including Africa, Asia, South America, and Europe.[citation needed]
Early life and education
[edit]After his first degree in Engineering, Macwealth due to his passion for knowledge, proceeded to Trinity Theological School of Ministry to learn Apologetics and Ministry.[5]
Macwealth became a financial advisor and founded a financial academy.[6] He also began Bible training centers for continuous development of his congregation, which has now spread to many states and countries.[6]
Career
[edit]Macwealth started ministry in 2004. The clergyman said he saw Jesus after a spiritual encounter during his final year as a student at the University of Benin, calling him into ministry.[2] He is the founder of Gospel Pillars International Churches.[7] Alongside the creation of a gospel TV house, a charity house and writing spiritual books and song, on November 11 2023 he unveiled a mega church facility in Lagos called the Ark of Light for all Nations. The building sits on 8,900 square meters land with an auditorium that can contain 10,000 worshippers.[8][9]
Macwealth was inducted into the Nigerian Books of Record in 2022.[10]
Philanthropy
[edit]Macwealth has been involved in various philanthropic initiatives aimed at addressing poverty and assisting marginalized communities in Nigeria.[11] Through The Empowerment Network (TEN) and The Isaiah Wealth Initiative (TIWI), Macwealth focuses on providing humanitarian aid, educational support, healthcare interventions, and financial empowerment opportunities, particularly in the wake of natural disasters.[2] Macwealth has set targets to reduce poverty by a significant margin by 2030, recognizing the pressing need in Nigeria amid economic challenges.[2]
Macwealth launched a food and emergency bank initiative, Ark of Light Food and Emergency Bank (ALPEB), to provide emergency support, including free food supplies and clothing to vulnerable families monthly.[12]
Controversy
[edit]Early in 2024, Macwealth declared that he saw God physically in person, causing a reaction online.[13]
Macwealth sparked controversy with his claim of surviving a close-range shooting without the bullet penetrating him. According to Macwealth, he was confronted by armed individuals and shot at with an AK-47, but the bullet failed to injure him, dropping to the ground instead.[13]
These claims have drawn both support and skepticism.[13]
References
[edit]- ^ Peter (24 February 2023). "2023 Elections: Practicsing restraint for peace, unity by Prophet Isaiah Wealth". Champion Newspapers LTD. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
- ^ a b c d csrreporters (19 May 2023). "Prophet Isaiah Wealth: Epitome of Selflessness and True Altruism". CSR REPORTERS - Social Responsibility And Sustainability watch. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
- ^ "Oyedepo, Macwealth, Kenoly, Others Set For Opening Ceremony of Multi-Billion Ark of Light For All Nation Building – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ ""NIPS prays for peaceful, divine intervention in 2023 election"". Vanguard News. 25 June 2022.
- ^ Adeyinka, Ayomitide (15 May 2024). "ALFEB- THE NEW FOOD AND EMERGENCY BANK IN LAGOS » YNaija". YNaija. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ a b "Celebrating Prophet Isaiah Wealth: an emerging prophetic voice and philanthropist". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 3 June 2022. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ "Oyedepo, Arije, Kenoly, Tope Alabi, Others To Feature At Opening Of Ark Of Light's Headquarters Project | Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 7 November 2023. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
- ^ "When Macwealth, Followers Unveiled New Temple For Ark Of Light For All Nations | Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 19 November 2023. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
- ^ Peter (13 November 2023). "Dedication of the Ark of Light for all Nation by Dr. Isaiah Macwealth held in Lagos". Champion Newspapers LTD. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
- ^ "Prophet Isaiah Wealth Inducted into Nigerian Books of Record - THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
- ^ Daniels, Ajiri (14 May 2024). "Foundation extends support for SMEs to ease economic crunch". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 16 May 2024.
- ^ "Foundation Distributes Food Bank To Over 2000 Indigent Nigerians. The Food Bank serves various communities and gives out free food, clothing, and emergency supplies monthly. - THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
- ^ a b c Nwa, Ifunanya (19 March 2024). "How I was shot and the bullet did not penetrate me - Pastor Isaiah Macwealth". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 23 April 2024.