Pastor James Ng’ang’a recently left many in stitches during a sermon after a surprising exchange with a female congregant who came forward during an altar call. The woman, dressed in an orange top and sporting a box-style haircut dyed at the front, approached the preacher with a heavy heart. She wanted to know why her husband had left her without explanation.
“I want to know why my husband left me for no reason,” she said.
Pastor Ng’ang’a, known for his blunt delivery, didn’t hesitate with his response. After giving her a once-over, he pointed directly at her head and declared, “Because you shaved like this. That’s it. Is this shaving style for men or women? Who told you to shave like that?”
His reaction sparked laughter and a flurry of commentary, both in the church and online. The preacher continued by lightly pushing the woman’s head as he criticized her choice of hairstyle, suggesting it was the reason her husband walked out.
The moment was captured on video and shared widely on social media, prompting a mix of reactions. Some people found the moment hilarious and praised the woman’s beauty despite her heartbreak. Others questioned what her haircut had to do with her relationship troubles, debating whether such personal style choices should be linked to marital issues.
In the comment sections, some users expressed admiration for the woman, calling her “gorgeous” and “karembo,” while others joked that the scene resembled a comedy show rather than a church service. “Hii ni kanisa ama Churchill show,” one user quipped. Another wondered aloud, “What does kunyoa have to do with kuwachwa?”
Some users found Pastor Ng’ang’a’s response too harsh, while others felt he was simply giving the woman a dose of tough love. A few even joked that he seemed to be channeling the husband’s voice directly, as if he knew the inside story.
This isn’t the first time Pastor Ng’ang’a has made headlines for his unusual approach to ministry. He’s become known for his blunt, sometimes comedic interactions with congregants and has stirred debate in the past with his bold statements.
In another recent church service, he rebuked his congregants for not giving enough in offerings. The preacher expressed disappointment in the low attendance and minimal financial contributions, stating that his followers were not doing enough for the ministry. He reminded them that despite his dedication—including attending overnight prayers—many of them could not even show up on Sundays or give generously.
Adding to the list of his controversial takes, the pastor also recently banned the use of Sheng in his church. Sheng, a slang mix of Swahili and English commonly used by Kenyan youth, was deemed inappropriate by the pastor, who said it was a language associated with dishonesty and street life. He urged congregants to speak in proper, respectful language that everyone could understand, labeling Sheng as “rubbish” that wouldn’t be tolerated during services.
Pastor Ng’ang’a continues to draw attention with his fiery sermons, unconventional leadership, and direct engagement with his followers, sparking both admiration and criticism across social platforms.
