Naija Church Talk
The parable of a bottled water
Apr
A bottle of water is sold at supermarkets for N200 and on the streets for N150. If you can’t afford it, you may switch to sachet water, as long as it serves the purpose of quenching your thirst.
The same bottle of water is sold at establishments like Transcorp, Abuja Continental, Cubana, and Blue Cubana for no less than N1,000, and can go up to N5,000, just to quench that same thirst.
When you compare these two examples, it’s clear that the more expensive options invest significantly in creating a conducive environment for their customers. They hire more staff and pay higher wages, contribute more in taxes, spend on advertising, and even hire professionals to manage their online presence.
Therefore, it is unjust for someone on the street to blame a five-star hotel for selling a bottle of water for N1,000 or more. Such a viewpoint reflects a lack of understanding about what it takes for these establishments to remain in business. The patrons who choose to visit Cubana are not foolish; they see value in their experience.
Everyone who goes to a five-star hotel does so for a reason: whether to network with peers or to enjoy a unique atmosphere. Meanwhile, the same water can be found at Hmedix for N200 and fulfill the same need.
This analogy also applies to those who criticize A-class gospel artists for charging for their performances. Pastors often know local talents who would perform for free, yet they prefer artists with managers and teams who may need to charge for their services. This preference reflects a desire for professionalism, even if it means the artists might not receive fair compensation for their work.
As Jesus mentioned to the Pharisees, they often seek to appear righteous in front of others. The alabaster jar that was broken to anoint Jesus’ feet was deemed wasteful by the Pharisees, who argued it could have been sold to feed the poor.
Pastors who criticize musicians aren’t doing so out of concern for the community; rather, they are worried about the financial impact on their own pockets. As Pastor Chris pointed out, they feel that these artists are “cheating the church.”
I speak in parables because there are indeed musicians willing to play and sing for free, hoping to receive blessings as they are led. Use them to glorify God, and let those who wish to charge do so. Whether or not someone charges for their talents, God will bless them in His own way.
Shalom
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