Dr Ofweneke Says God Can Use Your Skills Without Requiring You to Abandon Them

Media personality and pastor Dr Ofweneke has shared his thoughts on faith, work and ministry, arguing that answering God’s call does not necessarily require people to abandon the skills and talents they have developed over the years.

In a post shared on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Ofweneke reflected on the lives of Jesus’ disciples, noting that their professional abilities remained relevant even after they began following Christ.

God can use your existing skills

Ofweneke said studying the life of Jesus helped him understand that entering ministry does not mean giving up the abilities one already possesses.

“And it hit me that actually when God calls you, he doesn’t kill your skills,” he said.

He pointed to the disciples who worked as fishermen before following Jesus, explaining that their existing skills became part of their new purpose.

“The ones who were fishermen were now used as fishermen, and they shall become fishers of men,” Ofweneke explained.

He argued that the same principle applies to people who feel called into ministry, saying their professional experience and talents can still serve a spiritual purpose.

Ofweneke questions the idea of ‘full-time ministry’

The pastor also expressed reservations about the phrase “full-time ministry”, arguing that it can sometimes encourage excessive dependence on church resources under the guise of serving God.

“For me, that’s why I’m still fighting with the statement full-time ministry,” he said.

Ofweneke added that his understanding of the Holy Spirit’s guidance had helped him appreciate how God can use people’s existing abilities in service of the kingdom.

He cited his own professional background as an example, listing his experience as a public speaker, narrator, leader, public relations practitioner, host, radio presenter, television presenter and entertainer.

He also described himself as a leadership and mindset coach, as well as a branding practitioner, saying these skills remain valuable in his ministry.

‘God is not killing my skills’

According to Ofweneke, answering his calling has not required him to discard his professional identity. Instead, he believes his abilities can be used for a different purpose.

“God’s intention is to use who I am as Doctor Ofweneke for the kingdom of God and my skills,” he said.

His message encourages believers to reconsider the relationship between their careers and spiritual purpose, suggesting that professional experience, creativity and practical abilities can complement ministry rather than compete with it.