Why are there so many devoted Christians today in Nigeria?

Why are there so many devoted Christians today in Nigeria?

I have read some interesting answers here. Let me just add mine.

Many Nigerians seem to be devoted Christians because we are suffering. Yes, we are suffering!

In Nigeria, you need a miracle for the basic necessities of life, and people run to any where that promises miracles.

1. You need a miracle to gain admission into higher institution.
2. You need a miracle to graduate.
3. You need a miracle to get a job.
4. You need a miracle to remain in the job.
5. You need a miracle to get promoted on the job.
6. In short, you need a miracle for everything.

Some other reasons why people seem devoted are:

1. It is fashionable. People attach their sense of worth to the name of their Church.
2. You get connections in church. It’s easier for you to get the contact of say the vice president in church than going to Aso Rock.
3. It’s an immediate market for your goods and services.

It’s you who call these people ‘devoted’. Most people are not. They are only doing a transaction with Christianity. They are in it for some form of gain. Do you really think those people who flood churches will attend Church Service under a tree, with no musical instrument and just clap hands?

Looking at the trend of things, I do believe that if Nigerian becomes very comfortable for Nigerians, they will shun God. If you don’t think so, look at the story of the Israelites in the Bible.

That’s not to say there are no genuine Christians in Nigeria. I have a working relationship with many of them. They are awesome!