Many pastors worldwide are serving humanity by providing guidance to people belonging to the community. Some of them have become very rich through their churches and other investments. These millionaire men of God are known all over the world.
According to a list just published on RichestLifestyle.com, Nigeria’s Bishop David Oyedepo is the richest pastor in the world with an estimated net worth of $150 million!
Its also interesting to know that four other Nigerian pastors made the list. Check out the full list of top 10 richest pastors in the world in 2014 below
10) Joseph Prince – Net worth: $5 Million (Singapore)
Annual salary of this Singaporean pastor is $550,000. Pastor Joseph Prince is the senior pastor of the New Creation Church in Singapore. The New Creation Church’s financial income was reported at $44.7 million US dollars in 2008. He hosts a religious program called “Destined to Reign.” He has addressed many congregations worldwide.
9) Chris Okotie – Net worth: $10 Million (Nigeria)
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Chris Okotie was a pop musician in the 1980s. He embraced the Bible and set up the Household of God Church, one of Nigeria’s most flamboyant congregations. He is an automobile lover and owns several posh cars which include a Mercedes S600, Rolls-Royce, Hummer and Porsche.
8) Matthew Ashimolowo – Net worth: $10 Million (Nigeria)
7) T.B. Joshua – Net worth: $15 Million (Nigeria)
Prophet Temitope Balogun Joshua is Nigeria’s most powerful, controversial and philanthropic preacher. He heads the Synagogue Church of all Nations (SCOAN), a congregation he founded in 1987. The christian minister, televangelist and faith healer is a big giver; his humanitarian works include education, healthcare and rehabilitation programs. He is the owner of Emmanuel TV, a Christian television network.
6) T. D. Jakes – Net worth: $18 Million (United States)
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Bishop T. D. Jakes is the apostle/bishop of The Potter’s House, a non-denominational American mega-church that has over 30,000 members. His ministry’s annual revival MegaFest draws more than 100,000 people.
5) Billy Graham – Net worth: $25 Million (United States)
Billy Graham is a southern Baptist. He earned celebrity status when his sermons were broadcast on radio and TV stations all over the USA. He founded the Billy Graham Evangelist Association in 1950.
4) Creflo Dollar – Net worth: $27 Million (United States)
This American televangelist, pastor is also a Word of Faith teacher. He is a founder of the non-denominational World Changers Church International. He has built a multimillion dollar ministry on the message “It is the will of God for you to prosper in every way.”
3) Benny Hinn – Net worth: $42 Million (United States)
This Israeli-American televangelist earned wealth through his ministry and evangelical program. He is well-known for his regular miracle healing crusades, which are held in large stadiums in major cities and broadcasted in the TV.
2) Chris Oyakhilome – Net worth: $50 Million (Nigeria)
Chris Oyakhilome’s church Christ Embassy has more than 40,000 members, several of whom are successful entrepreneurs and politicians. This pastor’s diversified interests include magazines, newspapers, a TV station, a record label, hotels, satellite TV and real estate.
1) David Oyedepo – Net worth: $150 Million (Nigeria)
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With a net worth of $150 Million, Bishop David Oyedepo, who is the founder of the Living Faith World Outreach Ministry, is the world’s richest pastor, according to US wesbite, richestlifestyle.com. The publication describes him as “a prosperous pastor who owns private jets and homes in the US and the UK.”
Check out their Net worth
10. Joseph Prince – Net worth: $5 Million (Singapore)
8. Chris Okotie – Net worth: $10 Million (Nigeria)
8. Matthew Ashimolowo – Net worth: $10 Million (Nigeria)
7. T.B. Joshua – Net worth: $15 Million (Nigeria)
6. T. D. Jakes – Net worth: $18 Million (United States)
5. Billy Graham – Net worth: $25 Million (United States)
4. Creflo Dollar – Net worth: $27 Million (United States)
3. Benny Hinn – Net worth: $42 Million (United States)
2. Chris Oyakhilome – Net worth: $50 Million (Nigeria)
1. David Oyedepo – Net worth: $150 Million (Nigeria)
Five out of 10 of these pastors are Nigerians! Amazing.
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