Ghanaian gospel sensation, Diana Hamilton
Ghanaian gospel sensation, Diana Hamilton, has weighed in on the ongoing debate about gospel musicians performing at secular events.
Speaking in an interview with Hitz FM, Hamilton emphasised that the primary focus should be on the message being delivered, rather than the venue.
“Jesus came not for the saved, but for the lost. When He sends you, He equips you for where and to whom He’s sending you. Everyone has their assignment. Somebody’s assignment is to reach the elite who don’t believe in God. They think they have it all, and so they need to be approached in a way that resonates with them,” Hamilton stated.
Hamilton’s comments come in response to criticism faced by gospel artiste, Broda Sammy, who has been performing at secular events as part of his outreach to non-religious audiences.
Broda Sammy explained that his goal is to bring people to Christ by meeting them where they are, even if it means performing at non-traditional venues.
“We all have our assignments; maybe that is his assignment, and he is reaching out to them. And so, let’s leave Broda Sammy to do his ministry as he says God has asked,” Hamilton added.
Addressing the broader issue of gospel musicians performing at secular events, Hamilton argued that the key is the message being shared.
“We do weddings; we do birthday parties. The thing is, what message are you taking there? I’m taking Jesus Christ, Him crucified, Him loving us, regardless. I’m telling you that Jesus loves you, regardless,” she said.
Hamilton stressed that Jesus’ mission was to reach the unsaved, and Christians should follow His example by stepping out of their comfort zones to bring others to faith.
“He didn’t come for the saints. He came for the lost, the unsaved. And when He brings you to Himself, He expects you to bring the others on the other side. Go and bring them. Don’t stay there,” she added.
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