A church service led by a Kenyan pastor drew widespread attention after he drank feet-washing water collected from congregants as part of a sermon illustration.
The incident, which occurred during a Sunday service, was recorded by worshippers and began circulating widely on social media, where it quickly attracted national attention.
Unusual Demonstration in Church
According to the sermon, the pastor explained that in biblical times, when people entered sacred places such as the temple, they were required to purify themselves by washing their feet.
He added that the instructions were not to dispose of the water afterward, but to draw it and serve it to the chief guest.
“It is difficult to put that kind of water into your own stomach,” he said, “but if you are working with God, you must be willing to endure and accommodate even those who may seem ‘unclean’ or difficult.”
According to congregants who attended the service, the pastor described the act as a symbolic demonstration of humility and submission in Christian teaching.
In the footage shared online, church members can be seen reacting with surprise as the pastor proceeded to drink the water during his sermon.
Background on Similar Religious Incidents
The incident adds to a pattern of unconventional demonstrations by some Kenyan preachers. Earlier in April 2025, Apostle James Ng’ang’a was involved in another viral moment after he slapped a congregant during a church service. The footage was first widely shared on 17 April 2025.
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In a follow-up video, the congregant, identified as Mwangi, appeared alongside Apostle Ng’ang’a, expressing support for the preacher’s action.
“There is no problem. I’m ready for another slap. Let me be slapped, and the gospel continues. I’m ready to be an example to others,” he said.
Mwangi referred to the act as a “slap of blessing” and stated he held no anger toward the pastor.
These events have continued to raise questions about the boundaries of spiritual demonstrations and the influence of charismatic pastors in Kenyan churches.
Public Reactions
One viewer said:
“It’s sad when people reduce God’s power to the level where they feel He needs theatrics to make His Word effective. Since when did God become so weak that His truth needs entertainment to carry weight?”
This comment suggests concern that such performances may overshadow or replace core religious teachings.
Another user added:
“???Good strategy…”
This reaction appears to mock the incident, implying that the pastor may have used the act as a tactic to attract attention or maintain influence.
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