Prioritising God’s Interest
By Jerry Adesewo
I was present at the prophetic meeting of my church during the week, and the topic of discussion was “God’s Interest, The People, and the Man of God.”
That topic immediately pricked me, and I started asking myself: what exactly is God’s interest? As I listened through the discourse, reflecting deeply, the idea for this week’s From the Pulpit column was born.
Indeed, what is God’s interest—and how can we prioritise it in a time when personal ambitions, institutional empires, and spiritual performance often eclipse divine purpose? It is a timely question, especially in an age where the boundaries between the sacred and the self-serving have become increasingly blurred.
God’s Interest: Salvation, Justice, and Truth
God’s interest is not obscure. It is clearly articulated throughout the Scriptures. At the very centre of His will is salvation—the reconciliation of humanity to Himself. The heart of the gospel is that “God is not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance” (2 Peter 3:9). Every action of God—from the calling of prophets, to the coming of Christ, to the commissioning of the Church—is geared towards saving souls, restoring lives, and redeeming creation.
Beyond salvation, God’s interest also encompasses justice, mercy, humility, and truth. Micah 6:8 puts it succinctly:
“He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” This is the core of God’s heart: a people who are spiritually reborn, socially responsible, and morally upright.
Prioritising God’s interest means aligning with these values—lifting up the message of salvation, and building societies that reflect His character. It means that every “man of God,” church programme, or spiritual movement must be judged not by its size or popularity, but by its faithfulness to this divine agenda.
The People: At the Centre of God’s Concern
All throughout Scripture, the people remain central to God’s plans. He hears their cries, knows their pain, and seeks their restoration. From the exodus of the Israelites to the death and resurrection of Christ, God has always acted on behalf of the people—not for spectacle, but for deliverance and empowerment.
Sadly, today, many faith communities have veered off-course. Grand buildings are erected, mega crusades are organised, and the “brand” of ministry grows, but the people are often neglected or manipulated.
True discipleship is replaced with motivational sermons; spiritual formation is overshadowed by shallow theatrics; and economic struggles among congregants are ignored in favour of continuous giving.
God’s interest is the well-being—both spiritual and physical—of His people. Any spiritual leader or organisation that sidelines this for personal gain or institutional image is working against the heartbeat of heaven.
The Man of God: Stewardship, Not Sovereignty
That brings us to the “Man of God”—a phrase once filled with reverence, now increasingly weighed down with contradiction. In some quarters, the term has become less about calling and more about control. The “man of God” is exalted far above his followers, becomes unreachable, unteachable, and sometimes even unaccountable.
This was not God’s intention.
The role of the man of God is that of a steward—one entrusted with divine mysteries, for the sake of the people. Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 4:1–2 that
“men ought to regard us as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful.”
But when the man of God begins to prioritise his image over God’s mission, or seeks personal reward above spiritual responsibility, then he steps out of alignment with God’s interest. Some even drift into oppressive leadership, demanding honour without humility, wealth without work, and submission without service.
True men of God point people to God, not to themselves. They uplift Christ, not their ego. They build up the people, not their own brand.
A Call to Realign with God’s Purpose
The church must recalibrate. The people must become the focus again. The message of salvation must regain its prominence. And the man of God must return to being a servant of the Most High, not a spiritual celebrity.
This is not a call to dishonour or disregard spiritual leaders—far from it. It is a call to accountability, alignment, and authenticity. Leadership in the Church is a sacred trust, and those who hold it must do so with fear, humility, and a constant return to God’s true interest.
We must also resist the temptation to confuse “success” with divine approval. Numbers, fame, or global reach may impress men—but only faithfulness pleases God. Are we preaching Christ crucified, risen, and returning? Are we raising disciples or fans? Are we feeding the sheep or shearing them for profit?
Final Word
As I sat in that prophetic meeting earlier in the week, I felt a stirring in my spirit: “Prioritise My interest.” It was as if God was issuing a challenge—not just to pastors or prophets—but to every believer, every church, and every Christian institution.
God’s interest must take first place. His people must be cherished. And His servants must be faithful.
For only then can we say we are truly doing His work, in His name, and for His glory.
Let this be the cry from every pulpit, every pew, and every heart: “Thy will be done, Lord—not ours.”
Amen.
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