Why I don’t go to church – Rapper T.I

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Despite being a Christian, American rapper Clifford Joseph Harris, Jr., better known by his stage name T.I., has given an explanation for why he does not attend church.

The Alanta star claimed that although he was brought up in a Christian home and believes in the “realness” of God, he views the church as a business.

T.I. accused Christian clergy of “twisting” the Bible and taking advantage of their followers in a recent interview with gospel musician Kirk Franklin.

“I have never been a church person. I grew up in a strong Christian household. My grandma and auntie were very strong in prayer. So, I know how to pray and I know the word. And I know God is real, I’ve seen his presence and his hands in my life. But I have never felt the connection with the church,” he said.

“To be honest, I don’t think the church is real. I think it’s a business. It’s like a show. It’s like public-speaking, like TED talk. And sometimes, the clergies try to twist the word of God to benefit them.”

The T.I added that he doesn’t think that in order for God to bless him, he must pay tithing or make any other financial commitment to a church.

“Y’all telling me.. I gotta pay this joker.. for my God to hear my prayer ??? Mehn I’m outta here,” the rapper said.

He went on to say that he doesn’t think a church member should act as a mediator in his connection with God.

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