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Bishop Kiengei warns netizens spreading false claims about his church to gain views
18th January, 2026 08:26 AM
Popular city clergyman Bishop Benson Kiengei, founder of Jesus Compassion Ministries (JCM) and widely known as Guka wa Nairobi, has issued a heartfelt appeal to individuals spreading false information about his church for online fame.
Speaking during the burial of JCM member David Njoroge Rubia, who passed away after a long battle with blood cancer, on Saturday, January 17, 2026, Kiengei condemned the trend of misrepresenting the church and warned that such actions undermine the work of congregants and leaders who serve faithfully.
“A church like this one, which you keep misrepresenting online, has helped countless households and supported many who depend on it,” the preacher said.
He highlighted the sacrifices of church members, noting that some even bring maize flour to the Lord’s store despite not being well-off, motivated by love for God and a desire to serve.
The bishop emphasised that he would never use the church to enrich himself, and even the church’s leadership can testify to his integrity.
“I would never use the church to make myself rich, unlike what some people are doing online, and even the church leaders can testify to that. Some congregants bring maize flour to the Lord’s store despite not being well-off, simply because they love God and want to serve Him,” he lamented.
He criticised those who post fake claims online to gain likes, followers, or social media recognition, stressing that such behaviour is misleading, harmful, and spiritually inappropriate.
“It is sad that no one wants to see this gospel thrive. Some people spread false claims to get likes and subscribers, but remember, God is in heaven, and we know how to pray. God does not belong to anyone; He belongs to all of us,” he said.
Compassionate preacher
Bishop Kiengei also referred to his late member, Njoroge, saying that he had assisted him during his lifetime according to Njoroge’s needs.
He noted that even if he had not brought flowers to Njoroge’s burial, he was confident that he had helped him while he was alive, which he considers the greater goal.
“I thank God that I was able to help Njoroge, whom we are burying today, in the way he had asked, even if I could not bring flowers to his burial. We gave him his flowers while he was still alive,” he said.
The clergyman then called for the freedom to preach and serve God without interference, emphasising that those devoted to ministry work are driven by passion and a calling to serve those suffering.
He stressed that service to God brings peace and that while humans may make mistakes, any correction should be made respectfully and appropriately.
“Please allow us to preach and serve God. We are passionate about this work, especially because God has given us eyes to see those who are suffering. Serving God brings us peace. We are humans and may make mistakes, but if you wish to correct us, do it in the right way,” Kiengei said.
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