Pastor Ezekiel Odero has ignited fresh national debate after revealing that God allegedly warned him he would die, a claim he shared with congregants during a church service.
Speaking at the New Life Prayer Centre, the influential preacher told worshippers that the divine message warned him his life was at risk in the month of February, a revelation he said left him shaken and fearful.
According to Ezekiel, the warning was so serious that he first confided only in his wife before later informing the church, saying he felt spiritually compelled to prepare himself and alert believers.
The resurfaced video has since spread rapidly across social media, drawing sharp reactions because of the emotional weight attached to prophecies involving death.
In the sermon, the pastor stressed that the message was not meant to scare people but to push Christians toward repentance, prayer and spiritual alertness.
Still, the statement has divided opinion among Kenyans, with loyal followers expressing concern and calling for prayers, while critics question whether such revelations should be shared publicly.
Families and church members online have debated the psychological impact of death related prophecies, especially on vulnerable believers who look to religious leaders for guidance and reassurance.
The renewed attention comes amid continued scrutiny of Pastor Ezekiel, making every public statement from his pulpit closely watched and widely amplified.
Religious observers say the episode highlights the growing tension between faith, leadership responsibility, and the viral power of social media sermons.
As the video continues to circulate, the country is left grappling with a deeper question: where should the line be drawn between personal prophecy and public influence in modern Kenya?
