Rev. Abraham Lamptey, General Overseer of Believers House of Worship International, thinks that paying a fee for worship services is inappropriate.
Speaking with Graphic Showbiz during the recent opening of his yearly event, Art of Worship, the acclaimed man of God stated that these kinds of platforms shouldn’t be used as a means of generating revenue because God has no price tag.
“It doesn’t matter the artist billed on the program. Whether there is an A-list gospel act or not, patrons should not pay to attend the event. I don’t have a problem with others charging fees, but if the event is meant to encounter God for all the wonderful things He has done for us, then I think admission should be free.
“As I said, you cannot take money if the event is meant to encounter God. I cannot put a price tag on God. Therefore, asking patrons to pay will be wrong. I have done my art of worship for 16 years, and it is always free,” he said.
The remarks made by Rev. Lamptey will undoubtedly cause a stir in the community, especially considering that gospel musicians have been lamenting the lack of support for their concerts.
