Football legend and leading presidential candidate in Liberia, George Weah, was at the Synagogue, Church of All Nations (SCOAN) in Lagos on Sunday.
The former AC Milan, Chelsea and Manchester City player was at the church service to “seek God’s face” for his country.
During the sermon by Pastor TB Joshua which was broadcast live on popular Christian channel Emmanuel TV, Joshua warmly welcomed Weah and spoke directly to him.
“My brother is here today because he loves his country and wants God’s choice for his country,” Joshua stated.
“He is not here to impose himself. What does God say about his country, Liberia? What is God’s opinion? That is why he is here.”
The cleric went further to reiterate that he was not favouring any particular side of the political spectrum but his own role was to pray for “the will of God” to be done in the nation of Liberia
“We are not herbalists or witchdoctors; we are people of God. God’s choice is our choice. We cannot pray against God’s will,” Joshua stressed, with Weah nodding firmly in agreement.
“Without God’s corresponding power, we cannot pray to Him. For every step we take – every movement and action – intimation comes first,” Joshua further expounded.
Regarded as one of the greatest players of all-time, Weah remains the only African to have been crowned World Footballer of the Year in 1995.
The 51-year-old enjoyed a highly successful career, which spanned almost three decades.
Weah will face Joseph Boakai, the incumbent vice-president, in a runoff election on November 7.
