The Million Dollar Challenge, started by Prophet Emmanuel Makandiwa, has created a huge buzz across social media platforms. The United Family International Church founder dared regular people, traditional healers, and other prophets to prove their abilities. He promised one million dollars to anyone who correctly names what he places inside his pocket. One religious expert warned Makandiwa that his actions might lead him into a spiritual trap.
Makandiwa admitted he lacks sufficient funds for this reward but will find ways to borrow the money if needed. He extended his invitation to participants from several African nations, including Nigeria, Kenya, and Uganda. During his announcement, he stated that interested people should prepare to join him on Sunday. The preacher promised fair conditions without prayers or complex requirements for this public test.
The church leader offered to cover travel expenses for international participants under one condition. Anyone who fails the test must repay these costs immediately. Makandiwa hopes this challenge exposes false claims about supernatural abilities that many pretend to possess. His unusual approach sparked debate among religious communities throughout the region.
Bible scholar Fungai Maponga criticized Makandiwa for making financial promises. He argued that the prophet should have tested spiritual powers without monetary rewards. Maponga compared the situation to biblical stories where Jesus resisted material temptations through scriptural knowledge. He believes Makandiwa acted impulsively when creating this high-stakes challenge.
Maponga questioned how Makandiwa differs from those he criticizes when he also uses money as motivation. "A demon can not remove another demon. The money promised is the demon," Maponga stated. Meanwhile, Prophet Passion Java responded by making his counter-challenge to Makandiwa through social media posts. Another religious figure known as Miracle Paul cautioned potential participants against possible negative consequences.
Despite criticism, many supporters defend Makandiwa and approve of his methods. One female supporter compared his actions to the biblical figure Elijah confronting false prophets. When reporters attempted to interview Makandiwa about his challenge, his spokesperson, Prophet Prime Kufa, declined all requests. Kufa explained that Makandiwa believes his circulating message contains everything necessary about the challenge.
Makandiwa admitted he lacks sufficient funds for this reward but will find ways to borrow the money if needed. He extended his invitation to participants from several African nations, including Nigeria, Kenya, and Uganda. During his announcement, he stated that interested people should prepare to join him on Sunday. The preacher promised fair conditions without prayers or complex requirements for this public test.
The church leader offered to cover travel expenses for international participants under one condition. Anyone who fails the test must repay these costs immediately. Makandiwa hopes this challenge exposes false claims about supernatural abilities that many pretend to possess. His unusual approach sparked debate among religious communities throughout the region.
Bible scholar Fungai Maponga criticized Makandiwa for making financial promises. He argued that the prophet should have tested spiritual powers without monetary rewards. Maponga compared the situation to biblical stories where Jesus resisted material temptations through scriptural knowledge. He believes Makandiwa acted impulsively when creating this high-stakes challenge.
Maponga questioned how Makandiwa differs from those he criticizes when he also uses money as motivation. "A demon can not remove another demon. The money promised is the demon," Maponga stated. Meanwhile, Prophet Passion Java responded by making his counter-challenge to Makandiwa through social media posts. Another religious figure known as Miracle Paul cautioned potential participants against possible negative consequences.
Despite criticism, many supporters defend Makandiwa and approve of his methods. One female supporter compared his actions to the biblical figure Elijah confronting false prophets. When reporters attempted to interview Makandiwa about his challenge, his spokesperson, Prophet Prime Kufa, declined all requests. Kufa explained that Makandiwa believes his circulating message contains everything necessary about the challenge.
