The Reason Behind the Beheading of John the Baptist by Pastor David Ibiyeomie

Pastor David Ibiyeomie of Salvation Ministries recently posted a video on Facebook in which he exhorted believers to have a positive outlook and concentration in the face of adversity, stressing that one’s response can affect divine intervention. Using examples from John the Baptist’s life, he emphasized the value of praise over resentment in a recent sermon.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>

“How you focus on a situation determines how God will react,” Pastor Ibiyeomie said. He referenced John the Baptist, who was imprisoned by Herod. “Instead of praising God, he complained bitterly. He was full of bitterness, and that’s why he ended up being beheaded by Herod.”

Pastor Ibiyeomie stressed that bitterness and complaints hinder breakthroughs, while praise invites divine solutions. “God responds to praise, not complaints. When you remain joyful and praise Him, you allow His power to work in your favor,” he explained.

According to him, “How you focus on a situation determines how God will react. John the Baptist was also thrown into prison but instead of praising God, he complained bitterly. He was full of bitterness. And that’s why he ended up being beheaded by Herod.”CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>