Gospel musician Guardian Angel has spoken candidly about the cold shoulder he received from the church after choosing to marry Esther Musila, his wife of 20 years, his senior. The musician made the remarks in a video that has since gone viral on TikTok.
Church Scandal Rocks Kenyan Gospel Scene
Guardian Angel, a musician known for his deep involvement in church circles, described himself as someone who was once fully consumed by ministry work, barely having a moment to breathe outside of church-related events. He explained that while he was caught up in that whirlwind of activity, some people around him took advantage of his unavailability and went ahead to find partners elsewhere.
The Fallout
It was during this busy season, he suggested, that he ended up finding love outside the very circles he had been pouring himself into. The sharpest part of his remarks came when he addressed how those same church connections responded once his relationship with Esther Musila became public. According to Guardian Angel, Christians who had previously been close to him turned critical, unwilling to accept the couple largely because of the age gap between them.
Church Criticism Sparks Debate
Guardian Angel and Esther Musila wed in 2021 and have been open about navigating public scrutiny over their relationship. Esther, a mother of grown children, has previously spoken about the couple's faith journey and their decision to live by their own convictions rather than public opinion. The video continues to attract attention, with many Kenyans weighing in on whether the church's reaction to the couple's union was fair or hypocritical.
Church Members Replaced by New Faces
Guardian Angel also noted that since stepping back from his heavy church schedule, others have taken his place. "Now I'm not busy. Now they have replaced me," he said, his tone blending humour with a hint of weariness. The musician's remarks have sparked a debate about the role of church members and the expectations placed on them.
The Couple's Response to Criticism
Guardian Angel and Esther Musila have been open about their relationship and have chosen to live by their own convictions rather than public opinion. The couple's decision to marry despite the age gap has been met with criticism from some members of the church, but they have refused to let the criticism affect their relationship. In a statement, Esther Musila said that the couple's love for each other is what matters most, and they will continue to live by their own values.
The church scandal involving Guardian Angel has sparked a heated debate about the role of church members and the expectations placed on them. The musician's decision to marry his senior wife has been met with criticism from some members of the church, but the couple has refused to let the criticism affect their relationship. As the debate continues, one thing is clear: the couple's love for each other is what matters most.
Source: Tuko
