A sermon titled The Odour of Sin by Apostle Christian-Shola has sparked widespread discussion across social media platforms in Nigeria, with many users reacting to the preacher’s message on immorality, modesty, and moral decline in contemporary society.
In the sermon, Apostle Christian-Shola referenced Genesis 39:9
in which Joseph, when faced with repeated advances from Potiphar’s wife, asked: How then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?”
The preacher described immorality as something with a “disgusting odour,” urging believers to reject what he called sinful lifestyles and behaviors.
He also emphasized the biblical instruction in 2 Timothy 3:1–where Apostle Paul warns Timothy that perilous times would come in the last days, marked by people becoming “lovers of themselves.”
According to the sermon, the increasing acceptance of nudity and immoral conduct in modern culture reflects a broader moral shift that has influenced relationships and family life. The preacher linked these trends to rising divorce rates and what he described as dangerous ideologies about self-expression and personal freedom.
The message has generated strong reactions online, with supporters praising its moral stance while critics argue that it reflects a conservative view of changing social norms.
The sermon, shared from SFC Region 1, Lagos, Nigeria, West Africa, continues to circulate widely as discussions around faith, morality, and modern culture intensify.