Legendary Afro-Juju musician Sir Shina Peters says God ordained him as a bishop because he won many souls with his songs.

Shina Peters is reputed for his energetic performance on stage, characterised by high-tempo songs with sultry lyrics laced with hymns of Christendom.

In 2021, Shina Peters was ordained as a bishop at Cherubim and Seraphim Church of God in the Iju area of Lagos.

The musician said the church’s leadership received divine instruction on his ordination.

He said the instruction which was divinely delivered to the leadership of the church came years before he accepted the ordination.

“The Almighty God said that I should be made the first bishop in the Cherubim and Seraphim Church of God. He told the leaders of the church.

“God said this is because I am the only musician who has been consistent in using the hymns in my music and performances, and with this, I have won many souls for Christ.

“You know my music is usually taken from the hymns. And I tried to dodge the ordination for a while until God finally got me arrested.”

Regarding his career, Shina Peters  expressed satisfaction over his growth and appreciated God for guiding him through the years.

“I am fulfilled. I am contented. The only thing I always ask my creator for now is to keep me more enlightened in His word and the grace to get closer to Him.

“There is absolutely nothing I want to ask again other than to continue to give thanks to God for my achievements so far by His grace.

“When I go down memory lane, and I think about those we started the journey of life together, who are no more, I remain grateful to my creator,” Shina Peters said.

(NAN)