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The following is a transcription of On the Lord’s Side Podcast presented on GospelBellsRadio on May 1, 2026 by Olufemi Oguntokun. It may not fully match with the audio, but represents a near perfect transcription of the broadcast.
On a Pastor Claiming Jesus Was Wrong
It’s Friday, the 1st of May 2026. The programme is On the Lord’s Side — Christian perspectives on news and current events. My name is Olufemi Oguntokun. You can follow me on X, and you can follow Gospel Bells Radio on X at Gospel Bells Radio.
I came across a video yesterday which got many evangelical Christians in the United States enraged. It gives us insight into how some people who claim to be on the Lord’s side — even those who claim to be shepherds under Christ — actually view Him.
At the end of this discussion, I hope to reinforce a point I have made repeatedly on this programme: what should be the true foundation of anyone’s relationship with God.
You are about to hear of a Lutheran pastor who claimed that Jesus was wrong and needed to be corrected. He was discussing the account in Luke 10 — the well-known story of Jesus visiting the home of Lazarus and his sisters, Mary and Martha.
While Jesus was there, Mary sat at His feet listening, while Martha was busy with many tasks, trying to provide hospitality not only for Jesus but also for His disciples. Understandably, she was under pressure.
But when Martha complained, Jesus said, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things. But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part.”
This pastor took exception to that statement and said that if Jesus truly said those words, then He was wrong and needed to be corrected.
On the Audacity of Correcting Christ
We must pause and consider the sheer audacity of such a statement. For anyone — especially someone who claims to be a pastor — to say that Jesus was wrong and should be corrected is astonishing.
It reflects a deep misunderstanding of what it means to call Jesus “Lord.”
The foundation of our relationship with God must begin with Psalm 100:3:
“Know that the Lord, He is God; it is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture.”
If He is God, then there is no conceptual possibility that He could be wrong or in need of correction by His creation.
The clay does not instruct the potter. The sheep does not correct the shepherd.
When someone claims that Jesus was wrong, it reveals that they have not truly grasped what it means for Him to be Lord.
On Questioning the Authority of Scripture
Even more troubling is the suggestion that perhaps Jesus did not say those words, and that Luke merely put them in His mouth.
That line of thinking is dangerous.
It undermines the authority of Scripture and poisons the well of faith, especially for new believers. Once you begin to suggest that parts of the Bible may be fabricated, you shake confidence in the entire Word of God.
Such thinking reveals a deeper issue — a refusal to accept the Bible as the authoritative Word of God.
On Misinterpreting Mary and Martha
The message of Luke 10 is clear.
Jesus was not condemning hospitality. Scripture elsewhere commends it — Hebrews 13 reminds us that some have entertained angels unawares.
What Jesus emphasized was priority.
Martha was distracted by many things. Mary chose the one thing that mattered most — sitting at the feet of Christ and learning from Him.
The lesson is simple: do not be so consumed with earthly concerns that you neglect what is eternal.
“Seek first the kingdom of God…” (Matthew 6:33)
Yet some reinterpret this passage to elevate Martha and diminish Christ’s teaching. This reflects a deeper issue — a desire to reshape Scripture to fit personal or cultural agendas.
On the Danger of Using the Gospel for Social Agendas
There is a growing trend where people attempt to use the gospel as a tool to achieve social or political objectives.
They want the gospel to address poverty, gender inequality, racial injustice, and other societal issues. While these concerns are valid, they are not the primary mission of Christ.
Christ came to save souls.
When we try to redefine the gospel to fit our agendas, we lose its true purpose.
Jesus said, “And I, if I am lifted up, will draw all men to Myself.”
It is by lifting Him up — not by repurposing His message — that transformation occurs.
On Rebellion Within the Church
We often think of rebellion against God as something outside the church. But there are many within the church — even on pulpits — who are in subtle rebellion.
They reinterpret Scripture to suit their preferences. They elevate what should be warnings and downplay what should be examples.
This is not merely error; it is rebellion.
And we must pray for discernment to recognize such voices.
On Terrorism and the Ban on Church Activities in Ekiti
Now to a troubling story from Nigeria.
Reports indicate that monarchs in parts of Ekiti State have banned evening church activities due to security threats from kidnappers and terrorists.
This is deeply concerning.
Terrorism works by instilling fear to control behavior. When people stop gathering for worship because of fear, the terrorists have achieved their objective.
We are seeing a pattern across parts of Nigeria — attacks on churches, abductions, and growing insecurity. These are not abstract issues; there are real victims — families grieving, communities displaced, churches destroyed.
The government must take decisive action. But beyond that, we must pray.
Because ultimately, lasting peace will require divine intervention.
On the Former Soldier’s Cry for Safety
Another troubling development is the case of a former female soldier who previously accused senior officers of sexual harassment.
She recently released a video expressing fear for her life after visiting a military office. She claimed attempts were made to seize her phone and that she feared she might not leave safely.
In situations like this, it is often difficult to determine the full truth. However, one thing is certain: God knows the truth.
And as Scripture says, what is spoken in secret will be proclaimed on the housetops.
If there has been wrongdoing, it will come to light.
On Fake Miracles and the Danger of Deception in the Church
Finally, a report that an Anglican priest in Anambra State has been suspended for staging fake miracles and delivering false prophecies.
According to the church, he admitted to arranging and manipulating testimonies to appear as genuine acts of God.
This is deeply troubling.
God does not need our help to perform miracles or to glorify Himself.
When people fabricate miracles, they are not serving God — they are dishonoring Him.
The bishop rightly noted that such actions:
- Bring dishonor to the name of Jesus Christ
- Grieve the Holy Spirit
- Abuse sacred trust
- Damage the image of the Church
- Give occasion for critics to reproach the body of Christ
The gospel does not spread through staged miracles. It spreads through the proclamation of truth.
Jesus Himself said that if He is lifted up, He will draw all men to Himself.
On Trusting God Without Manipulation
There is a dangerous mindset that says we must “help God” to achieve results.
But God does not need assistance.
He created the heavens and the earth without our help. He can accomplish His purposes without manipulation or deceit.
When people resort to such methods, it often reveals that they are seeking their own glory — not God’s.
We must guard against this.
Closing
I want to thank you for joining me this morning on On the Lord’s Side.
By the grace of God, I will be with you again on Monday.
Whatever you do this weekend, please remain firmly on the Lord’s side.
God bless you.
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