The Documentary Podcast Pulpit to palace
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Jun 13, 2025 Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, the Soun of Ogbomoso and former senior pastor in Washington D.C., shares his remarkable journey from pulpit to palace. He discusses the challenges he faces in reconciling his Christian faith with the traditional expectations of kingship in Nigeria. Olaoye delves into the legal disputes with his relatives and the pressures from traditionalists urging him to abandon Christianity. He emphasizes the importance of embracing both spirituality and cultural heritage while navigating the complexities of his dual identity.
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Unexpected Path to Kingship
- Gandhi Afolabi Olaoye never anticipated becoming king while serving as a pastor for 31 years.
- He only considered the throne when encouraged after the vacancy arose and then prayed for guidance.
Balancing Faith and Tradition
- The king must attend ceremonies of various religions even if they differ from his own faith.
- God has prepared Gandhi to balance his Christian faith with duties involving other religions.
Pastoring a City by Example
- Gandhi views his kingship as shepherding his city morally and developmentally, not as traditional pastoring.
- He demonstrates Christian values through his behavior rather than preaching explicitly.