Church Matchmaking Video Sparks Debate: “Every Man Walks Away With a Wife”

• A viral TikTok from Apostle Mohlala’s church showed single men being invited to pick women during a service
• The pastor’s bold approach drew laughter from some viewers, while others were uneasy about the idea
• The viral video sparked heated conversations about relationships, faith, consent and humour in religious spaces

South Africans were divided after a church matchmaking video went viral, leaving many to question whether it was a joke taken too far.

Church services are usually known for worship, prayer, and preaching, but one unusual moment from Apostle Mohlala’s ministry has left South Africans stunned and divided online. What began as a lively Sunday gathering quickly turned into a matchmaking spectacle, with cameras rolling and congregants cheering. Within hours of being shared, the clip sparked heated conversations about faith, culture, and modern-day relationships.

A video posted by TikTok user @apostle_mohlala on 9 August 2025 has become one of the most talked-about church clips this month. The man called single men to the front of the church. Women, who were already standing, waited as the men came forward to make their choice. In the video, the pastor is seen match-making. The clip was captioned:

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“This Sunday, every man walks away with a wife, no exceptions! Are you ready?”

The post was captioned and quickly gained attention for its unusual twist on matchmaking. Social media lit up with reactions; some users joked about bringing popcorn to church, while others felt the exercise crossed the line.

Humour meets controversy in church

Mzansi was split right down the middle. On the one hand, some viewers found it hilarious, calling it a creative way of solving singleness in the congregation. Others, however, raised concerns, pointing out that relationships shouldn’t be treated as a game. Many were especially worried about the issue of choice, saying marriage is too important to be simplified to a public 'pick and choose' moment.

Despite criticism, the video continues circulating widely, with thousands debating whether it was lighthearted fun or an uncomfortable stunt. Either way, Apostle Mohlala has managed to get people talking about his service, and the clip has put his church in the spotlight far beyond its own community.

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Mzansi reacted to the video

Knowing said:

"I will go every Sunday to get a new man. 😂🤣"

Umagugu said:

"Nidlala ngentsindiso nina, that's why people who are not born again look down on us bengabaza amandla ka Nkulunkulu, sies man."

Palesabrown95 said:

"But why is there no branch here in Jozi, mxm."

Thamsanqamkulisis said:

"Dangerous game. People want Christ's salvation."

Babes777 said:

"I want to be the second wife apha kuwe mna Apostle Mohlala, serious face."

HairByTreciah said:

"Second wife Moruti. 😳😳😳"

Pesta said:

"What is he promoting? I can choose his wife mna so that I can see his reaction."

mokiki😃 said:

"Motho tlaba atla moh kgale ale single. 😔👍🏾"

Check out the TikTok video below:

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Source: Briefly News