A Nigerian man recently criticized a church. He observed them using a Point of Sale (POS) machine. They collected offerings during a service.
The video quickly gained traction online.
Church Adopts POS for Offering Collection
The widely shared video showed a church staff member. They assisted an elderly woman. She paid her offering via the POS device.
She received a receipt after her transaction. The attendant then moved on.
Online Community Shares Diverse Views
Many online users expressed concern. They viewed this as church commercialization. Some felt churches were becoming businesses.
One user, @nightprogram_, stated: “Church is a business. True worship resides in the heart.”
@Da__preye commented humorously. “Jesus must be weary of some churches.”
Conversely, @kenny_pablo argued. Tithe payment is biblical, regardless of method. Many people use POS for payments now. This includes social events. No one is forced to attend a church. People can choose not to if they disagree.
@dele003 noted this practice isn’t new. He emphasized that church contributions are voluntary.
A video capturing the moment is available below.
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