Have you ever dreamed of owning a piece of Heaven? Well, a Christian Church has gone viral for selling plots in Heaven for $100 per square meter. Yes, you read that right – Heaven!
The controversial initiative has sparked debates and discussions among believers and non-believers alike. Some see it as a brilliant marketing ploy to raise funds for the church, while others view it as a blasphemous and unethical act.
The Church of the End of Times, in Mexico, has been attracting attention from all over the world for its unique offering. While some people are eagerly buying up the plots in hopes of securing a spot in the afterlife, others are calling out the church for trying to profit off people’s faith.
Critics argue that selling plots in Heaven goes against the principles of Christianity, which teaches that salvation is a gift from God and cannot be bought or sold. They worry that this initiative is preying on people’s fears and uncertainties about the afterlife.
On the other hand, supporters of the church believe that it is a creative way to engage the community and raise money for charitable causes. They argue that the funds raised from selling plots in Heaven will be used to support the church’s ministry and outreach programs.
In 2017, a pastor at the Iglesia del Final de los Tiempos, which translates to the Church of the End of Times, in Mexico, claimed that he had a meeting with “God” and that he was authorised to sell plots in “heaven”. The pastor, who assured plots near the God’s palace at $100 (Rs 8346, approximately) per square metre, also said a spot in heaven will be guaranteed regardless of the size of the plot.
The promotional material circulating online features a heavenly mansion surrounded by golden rays, with a cheerful family of four. It also highlights numerous digital payment options like Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, and even Google Pay and Apple Pay.
Many TikTok and Instagram influencers made videos about the church and this bizarre offer, and many established media houses covered the “news” without realising it is satire. They even claimed that the church collected millions of dollars since 2017 by selling plots in heaven.
Reacting to the video, one social media user said, “noooooo they’re doing it againnnnn.” A second user commented, “History repeats itself.That’s why knowledge is key.”
A third user wrote, “I hope he uses it to buy himself some air conditioner coz he’s guna need it where he’s going.” Another user replied, “Don’t forget to tell them about home owners insurance for their home in heaven.”
Regardless of where you stand on the issue, one thing is for sure – this Christian Church has certainly made a name for itself with this viral marketing stunt. Only time will tell if selling plots in Heaven was a stroke of genius or a grave mistake. But one thing is certain – it has sparked a conversation that is unlikely to die down anytime soon.
