…I am still in search of the meaning
Senior Pastor of the House on the Rock church , Pastor Paul Adefarasin has released a statement to address the backlash he got after he delivered the famous “Saul and David” message on Sunday in his church in Lagos.
The clergy had during a sermon at the weekend, while speaking on the forthcoming presidential election, in his church, gave a parable of Saul and David in the Bible and how that Saul came first before David.
This message didn’t go down well with some section of the public as they said he was stylishly declaring his support for the APC presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.
Adefarasin said God gave him that parable and even as I released it, he is still in continued to search for it’s applicable meaning to the present Nigerian circumstances.
The statement reads;
“Friends, you have kept me busy with your tweets, posts, and comments. Though many are harsh, I appreciate your feedback and I still want to take a minute to share my stance with you again, in the hope that you may gain a clearer understanding”
“As with all of you, I identify as a Nigerian and a patriot, so undoubtedly, I share in your pain. Living in Nigeria, I share the desire for a working country and that is why we all consider this election critical in our collective quest for a New Nigeria”
“I really believe that it will happen, and I wish that you could see what I see – the hope that the parable of Saul and David brings – the after-victory. I understand that there are varying interpretations of the parable of Saul & David, and that is fine”
“However, remember that the giver of the parable is the One that can give meaning to it. God gave me that parable and even as I released it, I have continued to search for it’s applicable meaning to the present Nigerian circumstances”
“I feel blessed to have your ear, however, I will ask that you listen deeply for understanding, so that you do not miss the message”
“Saul, instead of trusting in God, tried to manipulate things and even discountenanced his mentor, Samuel. David on the other hand stumbled, but never stuttered, he was delayed but not too late”
“So, whether Saul represents our past or our present, only God knows. Whether David represents the future or now, I can’t tell. In any case, the ‘wise’ will wait for the election period to play itself out, before concluding or judging the messenger”
“Finally, kindly remember that I shepherd people of all parties, and if that parable was taken in offense, my intention was not to offend you”
“However, I stand by what I heard God say to me: that Saul came before David. This means that even if this election does not go the way that you want it to go, don’t be disappointed”
“Every election will produce some disappointment for the camps of the candidates who lose. God’s will shall still come to pass in Nigeria. It will happen and His ‘David’ will rise to the role. We will get there. Remember, we are all in this together”
“If you have your PVC, it is a token of your faith in a New Nigeria. Go out and vote as your convictions lead you, and watch God Almighty do what only He can do”
