The church is increasingly turning against President William Ruto’s administration amidst the ongoing impeachment crisis involving former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Clergy members who once welcomed politicians to their pulpits are now distancing themselves, acknowledging they were wrong to believe this government was divinely appointed.
Recent sermons reflect a growing discontent among religious leaders with President Ruto's government.
“I used to think this government was chosen by God, but it is a government of conflicts,” stated Teresia Wairimu of Faith Evangelistic Ministry during a Sunday service.
“This is not a government of God. We shall know them by their fruits, and there is no sign of God’s work here,” echoed Tony Kiamah of the River of God Church. Their comments, supported by scripture, not only criticize President Ruto’s troubled leadership but also express regret for having endorsed it.
“Our church leaders need to admit that we made a mistake. What we did was wrong,” Kiamah added.
Wairimu also expressed frustration as a voter, saying, “I am disappointed. In the next election, you must convince me. We are tired of noise—we want performers. Someone must go home, and most of you will.”
John C.W. of the Share The Love Centre shared similar sentiments, saying, “When we brought this government to power, I hoped they would listen. But clearly, to this day, they have refused to hear God.”
Once considered the church's favored candidates leading up to the 2022 election, President Ruto and the impeached Gachagua are now causing headaches for the clergy.
“This government came into power through prayer, and God is the judge. Because they have set the standards for judgment, they will face it,” said Apostle Kimani William of the Kingdom Seekers Church.
The same churches that once embraced President Ruto and his deputy are now at the forefront of criticizing the government for failing Kenyans, marking a new wave of religious backlash aimed at addressing the fallout between the two leaders.
