In a deeply heartfelt sermon, Pastor James Ng’ang’a laid bare the personal and generational struggles that have shaped his life and family. Speaking candidly before his congregation, he revealed how cycles of loss, mental health battles, and broken relationships have continued to affect his family across generations.
The preacher, known for his bold and often controversial ministry style, took a different tone as he reflected on his upbringing and the recurring difficulties his family has faced. As the fifth-born in a large family, he recalled how a pattern had developed where women in the family would often leave their husbands and children, creating a legacy of abandonment and emotional turmoil.
He shared how this painful pattern affected not only his siblings but also his own life. His brothers experienced the heartbreak of being left by their wives, and eventually, two of them passed away. The loss of his father added to the burden, leaving him to navigate life’s hardships largely on his own. He opened up about how the death of his first wife also left a void, and although he has since remarried, he confessed that he had once considered marrying again due to the unresolved emotional weight from his past.
He posed a question that revealed the depth of his soul-searching: “What kind of altar is this in our family?” This rhetorical question signified his concern over the unseen forces and generational curses that might be at play within his bloodline.
Pastor Ng’ang’a didn’t stop at recounting the past. He expressed deep concern for his children, particularly one who, despite being raised with Christian values, is showing signs of following the same destructive path. The preacher noted the presence of mental health struggles and alcohol abuse not only among his siblings but now also appearing in the next generation. He lamented that despite his guidance, some paths may be unavoidable for certain individuals, saying, “Some will die as they are meant to, even if they are your own.”
His message wasn’t only about personal confession—it was a call to action for his congregation. He urged his followers to closely examine their own family histories, encouraging them to recognize the destructive cycles that may be repeating through generations. According to him, true transformation begins with awareness—understanding the hidden battles within one’s lineage can help break free from them.
Ng’ang’a encouraged introspection and spiritual vigilance, urging people to confront the altars or patterns in their families that may be influencing their choices and outcomes in life. His vulnerability touched many, as he shifted from his usual position of spiritual authority to that of a man wrestling with personal pain and generational burdens.
Following the sermon, many of his followers responded with messages of support and recognition. The idea of confronting generational curses and family altars resonated widely, with many expressing gratitude for the pastor’s openness and willingness to share his struggles.
