The Methodist Church in Fiji is confident of Reverend Iliesa Koroi’s ability to drive out evil spirits.

This is why he was why he voted to the post of Secretary for Evangelism two years ago, said church president Reverend Epineri Vakadewavosa.

“They have witnessed this powerful gift, especially the deliverance of evil spirits in as many years as a minister of the Methodist Church in his areas of placements around the country,” he said.

Reverend Koroi had posted videos on Facebook where he appeared to heal people by touching their heads.

In another video, it showed women dropping to the ground and wriggling inside the Centenary Church in Suva. The women were seen slithering on the floor making for the exit.

The Methodist Church said it was a viral video of an evangelism prayer, healing and deliverance that took place at the Centenary Church in Suva on August 16.

The Church leaders and Reverend Koroi met yesterday afternoon.

“The Methodist Church believes that both ministers and adherents have diverse gifts that when properly administered gives peace, healing and deliverance to people,” Reverend Vakadewavosa said.

“These gifts do not only manifest in the evangelism work of Reverend Koroi but also other ministers in divisions and circuits.”

The leader of the Church has however emphasised that all diverse gifts should be backed with sound theological foundations based on John Wesley’s four different sources.

The sources, also known as the Wesleyan Quadrilateral are scripture, tradition, reason, and Christian experience.

Reverend Vakadewavosa said the social media platform had revolutionised the spreading of the Gospel to another level.

“At the same time the Church is also aware that without proper guidelines and policy, the same platform could create confusion and damage,” he said.

“The issue is not about the prayer and the power of the Holy Spirit or the Evangelism work of Reverend Iliesa Koroi, or any other pastor.

“The issue is the responsible use of the social media platform, and the consideration and respect towards our members. We have met and that has been addressed.”

Edited by Ranoba Baoa

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