Nigerian rapper Vector Tha Viper has opened up about his personal faith and why he does not attend church services, saying his understanding of “church” goes beyond physical structures.
Speaking during a recent episode of the BTC Podcast, the lyricist explained that he does not subscribe to the idea of church as a physical edifice. Instead, he believes spirituality is rooted in the individual.
“I don’t believe in church as an edifice or a building. I believe in church as a human being. Because even the bible points to that fact that it is your heart that God is interested in.
“Also, I read a page alleged to be from Thomas and one of the statements read, ‘Behold, if the people that lead you tell you the kingdom is in the sky, then the birds of the sky preceed you. If they tell you the kingdom is in the waters, then the fishes preceed you.
“Rather, the kingdom is both inside of you and outside of you. If you know yourselves, you will become known and you would realise that you are the sons of the living Father. But if you would not know yourself, you will dwell in poverty and the poverty would be you’,” he expressed.
Expanding on his stance, Vector said, “So, if the kingdom is in the church, then the alter is more important that you. The kingdom is a conglomerate of believers. But it is rooted in the individualism of your saving. So, you are saved individually by connecting to God.”
According to the rapper, his views are shaped by his interpretation of scripture and personal study. He emphasised that for him, faith is deeply personal and centred on self-awareness and a direct relationship with God, rather than attendance at a physical worship centre.
However, Vector was careful to note that his position is not an attack on Christianity or organised worship. He clarified that he has nothing against those who choose to attend churches or belong to denominations within Christendom.
His comments have since sparked conversations online, with many debating the meaning of church, spirituality, and the balance between personal faith and organised religion in modern society.
“Do you still believe in the church today or do you think the church today is a tool of control?”
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