Apostolic Church Woman's Observations After Marrying Deeper Life Member
A woman who was born into the Apostolic Church and later married a member of the Deeper Life Bible Church has taken to social media to share her experiences and observations about her husband's place of worship. In a TikTok post, the user with the handle @sirach121 highlighted both positive aspects and troubling concerns regarding the church's practices and community dynamics.
Changes in Personal Life and Dressing
The woman revealed that her dressing style underwent an immediate transformation after her marriage. Although she emphasized that she was not previously inclined towards extravagant attire, she noted that her clothing choices became a point of contention. She stated, "Dressing changed immediately I got married, tho I'm not the type that dresses extravagantly." Additionally, she mentioned that hairstyling became problematic for both herself and her daughter, as the church frequently complained about it, leading to what she described as a "tug of war" over appearance.
Worship Style and Church Practices
While expressing admiration for the Deeper Life Church's teachings and choir performances, the woman pointed out significant differences in their worship style compared to other Pentecostal churches. She likened their approach to praising God to that of a funeral service, noting a lack of dancing and subdued clapping. She explained, "I love their preachings and the way their choir sings, but they don't pray like other Pentecostal churches. No dancing. Praising God and clapping like we are in funeral service..."
Concerns About Church Community
Further observations included criticisms of the church's support system for its members. The woman claimed that there is "no support for other members' businesses" and that a majority of the congregation practices "self-righteousness." These comments shed light on her perceived challenges within the community, suggesting a disconnect between personal faith and communal engagement.
Social Media Reactions and Broader Context
The TikTok post sparked a range of reactions from users, with many sharing similar experiences of navigating inter-denominational marriages. For instance, one commenter, identified as MAKEUP ARTIST IN ILORIN, shared, "Deeper life by birth and celestial by marriage omoh it was not funny ??? bt here we are 9years and still counting the only thing that interest me most is the songs so I’m now a chorister and dey actually show love and support ur business like it’s there own bt I miss those preaching and teaching of the word." Another user, Building Materials, Steel, PPE, noted, "Born catholic married a deeper life i miss singing in the church especially praises am dieing spiritually i love the man of God but I want to sing again but my husband no gree o."
This discussion comes amid broader conversations about church rules and modifications, as previously reported by Legit.ng, where a Deeper Life Church member recounted her experience with the church's marriage committee. The woman's story adds to ongoing dialogues about faith, marriage, and denominational differences in Nigeria, highlighting personal adjustments and community dynamics within religious settings.
