EDITOR
The Bishop of South Ankole Diocese, Rt. Rev. Nathan Ahimbisibwe, has attributed the increasing sinfulness in society to the failure by Christians to read and interpret the scriptures, despite regularly interacting with the Word of God.
While preaching during Easter Sunday celebrations, Bishop Ahimbisibwe expressed concern that many baptized and confirmed Christians, as well as those who are frequently preached to, continue to struggle in their faith due to a lack of proper understanding of the Bible. He emphasized that this spiritual gap is causing many to doubt Christianity and lose direction in their lives.
The bishop called on believers to trust in the scriptures and allow the message of Christ’s death and resurrection to transform their lives. “The resurrection of Jesus should inspire change—not only in our personal lives but also in our politics and leadership,” he said.
Last month, Bishop Ahimbisibwe faced backlash from activists after quoting scripture during a memorial service for the late Deputy Prime Minister Elia Kategaya. The service, which was attended by President Yoweri Museveni, stirred controversy when the bishop cited a biblical reference warning against the danger of anger among leaders. He noted that, according to scripture, an angry king or leader might harm those who oppose or insult him, a statement that drew mixed reactions from the public.
Despite the criticism, Bishop Ahimbisibwe stood by his message, urging leaders and citizens alike to seek wisdom and guidance from the Bible in all aspects of life.
