He emphasized that serving in God’s house should be motivated by devotion and a sincere desire to honour God, rather than financial reward.
Referencing Exodus 23:25, which says, “You shall serve the Lord your God, and He will bless your bread and your water,” Ibiyeomie stressed that divine blessings come from selfless dedication to God.
According to him, individuals who prioritize financial gain for church duties may end up limiting themselves to only what they are paid, instead of experiencing greater blessings from God.
“The moment they pay you, the blessing stops,” he said, adding that true prosperity comes from God’s blessing rather than human wages.
He further stated: “And the blessing of the Lord maketh rich,’ so you just remain at the level they are paying you. You will never rise. As you see, drummers who receive money never get rich”
His comments have triggered widespread debate among Christians and church leaders, with differing opinions on whether church musicians and workers should be financially compensated.
While some agree that ministry should be rooted in sacrifice and service to God, others argue that instrumentalists and church workers invest time, skill, and effort, and therefore deserve financial support for their contributions.
