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The answer to this is simple.
Is Pastor Yemi Osinbajo still a genuine Christian? If your answer is Yes, then it is possible. But what I see now is Osinbajo is now SINbajo

How do u define a genuine christian. which one is Ingenuine christian.

The question should be; ”Can I has a Christian get involved in politics without being smeared?

The answer now depends on individual interpretation of what Christianity is; the same reason we have many church denominations using the same Bible, but different approach.

Well, if Christianity is to be centered on the character Jesus and his teachings ONLY, Politics has no space for Christians.

Your presence in any political platform is a declaration that you support their ideology, and whatever the party does has your approval even if your stand is different.

For instance, every lies told by APC government has Osinbajo's approval, if not, he would have resigned or 'soro soke' ( but that depends on his approach to christianiy). Or..., maybe APC never lied

I'm not disputing the presence of good people (or the need of them) in politics, but I doubt if any 'sensitive' Christian will be comfortable with political gospels at the core of it.

The bottom line is, we don't need Christians or Muslims in politics, what we need are sefless people with ideas to lead (not to rule) and I think such traits has nothing to do with religion.

Even if the platform is dirty, individual true intention shall be the judge of his/her involvement.

ANY BORN AGAIN CHRISTIAN THAT GOES INTO POLITICS WILL BE AS CROOKED AS OSIBANJO WHO SOLD HIS CALL TO SERVE IN GOD'S OWN GOVERNMENT FOR A TASTE OF CORRUPT WORLDLY POLITICAL POWER THAT IS CONTROLLED BY SATAN, THEREBY TURNING HIMSELF INTO A SERVANT OF SATAN THOUGH HE CAN STILL HAVE THE FALSE FEELINGS THAT HE IS STILL A SERVANT OF GOD. EVERY GOVERNMENT OF THIS WORLD IS CONTROLLED BY SATAN AND NO TRUE CHRISTIAN WILL EVER ASPIRE TO GO INTO IT, EXCEPT THOSE IN THESAME GROUP WITH OUR MODERN JUDAS- ISCARIOT CALLED OSIBANJO WHO ABANDONED THE WORK OF GOD TO SERVE IN SATAN'S CABINET BECAUSE OF MONEY AND POPULARITY.

Robbit:
Stop quoting scriptures multiplying words without wisdom


Go do research on :

1. Prophet Isaiah


2. Prophet Jeremiah


3. Daniel


4. Shedrack, Mes... And Abednego


5. Samson


6. Jehu


7. David


8. Nehemiah


9. Joshua, Book of Zechariah


10. Joseph

The guy asked you to forget about the old testament, and told you about Jesus view in the New testament... and you went ahead to give examples from. the. Old. Testament

Can a genuine Christian read comments?

No, Nigeria is anti-nigerians

Yes , the Christians can involve in politics.
Bible says when righteous are in power people rejoice.

philanthropic:
In the Bible, we saw God's people who were in the government. We have countries whose political system is not as complex as that of Nigeria. Now, can a Genuine Christian be a politician in Nigeria? with this corruption is it possible, and how?

Yes. With the help of the Holy Spirit a Christian politician can avoid sin.

Kobojunkie:
Actually, it is when you feel you cannot Trust God's word that you resort to lying in order to convince yourself that in disobeying God you instead make things better for you and eventually God.

Nowhere in the bible supports your spurious claims.

Can A Genuine Christian Be A Nigerian Politician? ...Why not?

We need God fearing people to take over the leadership of the country.

maybe someday, but not now

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relicng:
Can A Genuine Christian Be A Nigerian Politician? ...Why not?

We need God fearing people to take over the leadership of the country.

Ko le work. It isn't possible. It is highly impossicant

Pele10:
How can a thief and a pathetic liar be a genuine Christian?

Hmm, u mean a pathetic liar, because the devil is the father of all liars (either white, black, occasional, frequent. small or great lie), John 8:44

APOSTLECHUMA:
ANY BORN AGAIN CHRISTIAN THAT GOES INTO POLITICS WILL BE AS CROOKED AS OSIBANJO WHO SOLD HIS CALL TO SERVE IN GOD'S OWN GOVERNMENT FOR A TASTE OF CORRUPT WORLDLY POLITICAL POWER THAT IS CONTROLLED BY SATAN, THEREBY TURNING HIMSELF INTO A SERVANT OF SATAN THOUGH HE CAN STILL HAVE THE FALSE FEELING THAT HE IS STILL A SERVANT OF GOD. EVERY GOVERNMENT OF THIS WORLD IS CONTROLLED BY SATAN AND NO TRUE CHRISTIAN WILL EVER ASPIRE TO GO INTO IT, EXCEPT THOSE IN THESAME GROUP WITH OUR MODERN JUDAS- ISCARIOT CALLED OSIBANJO WHO ABANDONED THE WORK OF GOD TO SERVE SATAN BECAUSE OF MONEY AND POPULARITY.

Robbit:
Stop quoting scriptures multiplying words without wisdom


Go do research on :

1. Prophet Isaiah


2. Prophet Jeremiah


3. Daniel


4. Shedrack, Mes... And Abednego


5. Samson


6. Jehu


7. David


8. Nehemiah


9. Joshua, Book of Zechariah


10. Joseph

Hmmmmmmm! Christians! Christians!! Those people you mentioned were NOT Christians. They lived in the pre Christian era. The OP was specific.

EvilPOTATO:
If you leave the wicked and unjust to rule over you just because you feel you are a genuine Christian, then you are in trouble

Read Daniel 2:44 please ASAP

Baba1234:
And he was ten times better than his peers...how can u be ten times better if you are not in the hem of affairs to make it happen. When a christian is called to service, why not? We are christians, we raise the standard in everything. It is even better if a "genuine christian" rule because he rules with the fear of God... You cannot tell me also that there are no genuine christian in the military force.. they are everywhere in every sphere of life...And when they rule, u see d difference..

You people certainly don't understand what the word 'Christian' mean. Christian in the military? When CHRIST from where we got Christian reprimanded Peter for defending him with a sword. Ok ooooo!

There is nothing wrong, since if one his there he or she should not dabble into dubious activities.

Kobojunkie:
First thing you need to do is learn how to read, working on your comprehension skills while you are at it.

Secondly, you need to apply those newfound comprehension skills in reading the Bible so you are not easily deceived by ordinary men who have just one head like you do.

Who is a Genuine christian and who is not? Are you now occupying the judgement seat of Christ?

stanliwise:
May God grant you the understanding you lack. In Jesus name amen.

The kings you mentioned, was God no always with them? Despite being that they do mess up?
He warn Christians of the limitations of human and that is what they saw. That is what everyone experienced, but God never in anywhere was quoted saying satan is behind those that wants to rule? God know the importance of leadership, for any social animal, there will be some form of leadership, even in the wild pack animal forge their own leader not to talk more of human who are chief social of all. Please be guided and don’t preach what is not

Sir, I think you NEED the understanding more.
Please, read Luke 4:5,6 and kindly adjust your understanding.

Robbit:
Yes. Possible and acceptable. Check the book of Zechariah. Joshua. Check the life of David

Were these people again Christians? Were they even Christians?

The reality to this question is GOD has people in every area of life and Politics started with God. If you want to answer this question from the Nigerian scenery, you'll be misquoted.

yes a good Christian can make a good politician the fear and wisdom of God will help you..look at buhari have no clue what to do with all the problems of NIGERIA

Never. Anyim Piaus Anyim said in 2002 that any child of God who is heavenly conscious should never go into Nigerian Politics. He was very specific.
You can't be a politician in Nigeria without being a chronic liar. Just look at Rev Osibande

Kobojunkie:
The answer to that is No. Regardless of what you read of in the Old Testament, in the New Covenant, Jesus Christ declared it a sin for any follower of His to occupy a position of power/ leadership over the others, in much the same way as is obtained in the World we live in.

So, you will not find a born again Christian occupying position of leadership or authority over people( other followers of Jesus Christ included) because it is against God to do so.

Please dont mislead people, and before saying a very Big NO, have portions of the bible to back your point up.
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Proverbs 29:2(NIV) says "When the righteous are in authority and become great, the people rejoice; but when the wicked man rules, the people groan and sigh.... These clearly shows you that it is the righteos that is expected to rule. Christians have washed their hands off leadership and you wonder how we are suppose to advance the kingdom when we are not in relevant positions.
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Look at OP putting up Osibanjo's photo as if only that man who is a light in a midst of gross darkness can change a thing. Note that proverbs said "When the righteous are in authority"
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I think the question OP should ask is "Is it possible to be a christian in politics and not be corrupt?" because this is where the challenge really lies. But even with that, one with grace and self discipline can pull through it.
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May God open our eyes to understand him even better.

Proverbs 29:2 WHEN THE RIGHTEOUS ARE IN AUTHORITY, THE PEOPLE REJOICE: but WHEN THE WICKED beareth RULE, THE PEOPLE MOURN.

God is changing things in Nigeria, watch out! He is about to put His true children in choice positions. Get ready for THEOCRACY .GOD WILL RULE THROUGH HIS CHOSEN.

Impossicant, e fit happin for naija :/

philanthropic:
In the Bible, we saw God's people who were in the government. We have countries whose political system is not as complex as that of Nigeria. Now, can a Genuine Christian be a politician in Nigeria? with this corruption is it possible, and how?

Kobojunkie:
The answer to that is No. Regardless of what you read of in the Old Testament, in the New Covenant, Jesus Christ declared it a sin for any follower of His to occupy a position of power/ leadership over the others, in much the same way as is obtained in the World we live in.

So, you will not find a born again Christian occupying position of leadership or authority over people( other followers of Jesus Christ included) because it is against God to do so.

Where in the scripture was this written please?

imolile:
NO. A Christian is a subject of Christ, Christ is his or Her forerunner, The Perfect example for a True Christian, Christ Lived up all the best example and was never involved in anything that concern this world. His mission was to seek and to save those who are Lost For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:  1 Peter 2;21 For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost. Luke 19;10

A True Christian has no business in Politic,
He is a Warrior, He is on the King's Highway (Jesus) Just like the analogy of Moses in Num 21:21-22  And Israel sent messengers unto Sihon king of the Amorites, saying, 
Let me pass through thy land: we will not turn into the fields, or into the vineyards; we will not drink of the waters of the well: but we will go along by the king's high way, until we be past thy borders.  Mark the word, THE KING'S HIGHWAY,

Politics is an entanglement, Christian are not called to be a Politician. They are called to be examples of Jesus "No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier. " 2 Timothy 2:4

A TRUE CHRISTIAN HAS NO BUSSINESS IN POLITIC. whatever Jesus never did, Jesus never commanded and that is why Prominent Politician were coming to Jesus by night because the society they belong does not allow them to be identified fully with Jesus. Nicodemus, Joseph of Arimatea
Jesus was not apologetic when he told the rich young Ruler that truth Matthew 19:21

And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. 

So why do you all keep praying that God should put the fear of God in your leaders? As long as Christians refuse to go into politics forget it Nigeria can never be good. Y'all should stop praying that prayer because it will never be answered.

Jdkdj

freeborn02:
Your reasoning is absurd

Thst comment had nothing to do with my reasoning.