A 2024 video of renowned televangelist Benny Hinn admitting that some of his prophecies were inaccurate and not from God has resurfaced on social media, generating intense reactions and debate among Nigerians and Christians worldwide.
In the old interview clip, the 73-year-old preacher openly acknowledged his regrets, including giving prophecies that turned out to be false.
“There were times I thought God had showed me something, but He wasn’t. There were prophecies I gave that weren’t accurate and weren’t from God. And for that, I wish that people will forgive me as I’m only human,” Benny Hinn said in the video.
The resurfaced clip has gone viral once again, with many Nigerians expressing shock, disappointment, and anger, while others commended him for his honesty.
The video has divided opinions, with some users criticising Hinn and questioning the credibility of prosperity preachers in general, with comments such as “So all those prophecies were fake?” and “How many people suffered because of these false prophecies?”. In contrast, others defended him, arguing that admitting mistakes shows humility and that no human is perfect.
A large number of commenters used the opportunity to call for more discernment among Christians when following popular ministers.
The resurfacing of the video has reignited broader conversations about false prophecies, accountability in ministry, and the influence of celebrity pastors in Nigeria.
Many are drawing attention to Hinn’s history of high-profile predictions that did not come to pass, including claims about the death of certain world leaders.
This development comes at a time when trust in some spiritual leaders is being questioned, with calls for greater transparency and biblical soundness in prophetic ministry growing louder.
Benny Hinn remains one of the most influential figures in the global charismatic and prosperity gospel movement. His latest wave of attention highlights the enduring impact of his teachings and the high expectations placed on public ministers.
