Selina Boateng
Gospel singer, Selina Boateng, has made a bold statement about the struggles many Christian couples face in their marriages, especially those in ministry.
Speaking on Onua FM’s Efie Ne Fie show with host Ohemaa Acheampomaa, Selina revealed that many pastors and gospel musicians are enduring unhappy marriages silently, fearing judgment from society and the church.
“If people had the liberty to openly walk away from their marriages, divorce cases would shoot up like gunfire,” she said. “It would be an eyesore because the numbers would be overwhelming.”
Selina explained that many Christian women, particularly those in ministry, suffer quietly due to pressure from religious and societal expectations. According to her, once a person gets married, it becomes difficult to speak openly about challenges.
“And the sad part? Once you’re married, you can’t even speak about what you’re going through. Even the people who pressured you into it won’t be there to console you,” she added.
The award-winning singer used the platform to call for more understanding and compassion in the Christian community regarding marriage and its impact on mental health and ministry work.
“If you’re a Christian and your marriage falls apart, it affects everything—your ministry, your peace, your purpose,” she said. “That’s why we need to wake up. We are at fault. And I’m not just speaking for myself—I know many mothers who are suffering in silence.”
Selina concluded by saying that if people could speak freely without fear of judgment, many pastors and gospel singers would admit they married the wrong partner. She called for a change in how marriage struggles are handled in the Christian faith, encouraging honesty and support over shame.