This archive report was first published on 18 August 2019.
Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, a charismatic religious leader, has a history of selling the 'blood of Jesus' and using 'miracle money' to his congregants.
However, his life took a dramatic turn when the Botswana government threw him out of the country.
Despite being a wealthy man, Bushiri, also known as 'Major 1,' has a special place in his heart for his family. He recently celebrated his daughter Israella's fifth birthday by buying her an expensive ride.
On Facebook, Bushiri shared a heartfelt message, saying, 'A man should never neglect his family for business. This is the reason why I always take time out with my family and show them love. Their happiness defines my success.'
Now, Bushiri is taking to social media to celebrate his wife, Mary Bushiri, while trashing his ex, a woman who left him for another man.
In a Facebook post, Bushiri shared his story, saying, 'When I was beginning my ministry, somewhere in the city of Mzuzu in Malawi, there was a woman whom I thought God wanted me to marry. I prayed, fasted and interceded for days, but I never got any response from God regarding what I thought came from Him.'
His congregants joined in the conversation, sharing their thoughts on the matter of getting a husband and wife material.
One of his followers, Calvin Allos, shared his own story, saying, 'Oooh yeeees Papa, it's like you are talking to me, there is this woman I thought I will marry and I am glad that God did not answer my prayer there… I am still waiting for the right woman.'
Another follower, Gudani Muthabi, shared her thoughts, saying, 'oh yes Major.. i agree with you sometimes we feel we have what God wants us to have but God has another plans for us.. i believe God will always find ways to direct us to the right path even if we seem confused and lost.'
