Pillious Chulu
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Apostle Pillious Chulu | |
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| Education | Evelyn Hone College, Kenneth Kaunda Secondary School, Mununga Day Secondary School |
| Occupation(s) | Christian minister, revivalist, apostle |
| Known for | Prophetic ministry, deliverance services |
Apostle Pillious Chulu is a Zambian Christian minister, revivalist, and self-proclaimed apostle based in Lusaka, Zambia. He is recognized within Charismatic and Pentecostal Christian communities for his prophetic ministry and deliverance services, emphasizing spiritual warfare, divine prophecy, and liberation from demonic oppression. Chulu’s ministry focuses on empowering believers through prophetic declarations and spiritual breakthroughs.
Early life and education
[edit]Little is documented about Apostle Pillious Chulu’s early life. He was born in Lusaka, Zambia, and attended Kenneth Kaunda Secondary School Board and Mununga Day Secondary School. He later pursued higher education at Evelyn Hone College in Lusaka, though specific details about his academic focus remain undisclosed. Chulu has described himself as a mentor and spiritual father, suggesting a background shaped by leadership and community engagement.
Prophetic ministry
[edit]Chulu's ministry is due to the Apostolic-Prophetic Movement, a global Christian movement focusing on the restoration of the five-fold ministry (apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers) based on Ephesians 4:11–13. His prophetic ministry entails the proclamation of divine declarations with a view to leading and empowering believers. A good example is his social media post: "I DECREE and DECLARE: The anointing of God is released upon you now—every yoke is broken, every burden is lifted, and you are free to RISE!" This is typical of his emphasis on spiritual empowerment and divine intervention.
Chulu organizes prophetic events like a revival event that invites the attendees to have divine encounters planned for 9 May in Lusaka. His messages always center on spiritual awakening, readiness for the second coming of Jesus Christ, and release of God's anointing, consistent with the general goals of the Apostolic-Prophetic Movement.
Deliverance ministry
[edit]A core component of Chulu’s ministry is deliverance, a Pentecostal practice aimed at freeing individuals from spiritual oppression, demonic influences, or generational curses.[1] His deliverance sessions involve fervent prayer, anointing with oil, and declarations of spiritual authority to break "yokes" and "burdens." Chulu teaches that believers can achieve spiritual freedom through faith and the power of the Holy Spirit, drawing parallels with historical figures like William M. Branham, a pioneer of the post-World War II healing revival known for deliverance through divine miracles.
Community engagement
[edit]Chulu is active in Lusaka’s Christian community, organizing revival meetings and mentoring emerging leaders. He publicly acknowledged Prophet Gilbert Rockson as a "great blessing" during a birthday tribute, indicating his role as a mentor within prophetic circles. His events are promoted through social media, particularly Facebook, where he engages followers with updates on upcoming services and prophetic declarations.
Personal life
[edit]Apostle Chulu is married and resides in Lusaka, Zambia. He identifies as a spiritual father and mentor to many within his ministry. He has mentioned working at Sky Packing Material Trd: LLC, though the timeline and nature of this role are unclear.
Influence and recognition
[edit]Chulu’s ministry, while primarily local to Lusaka, aligns with global Charismatic and Pentecostal networks, such as those influenced by the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR).[2] His emphasis on prophecy and deliverance places him in a tradition shared by modern figures like John Eckhardt.[3] Through social media, Chulu seeks to expand his reach beyond Zambia, engaging with a broader audience interested in prophetic and deliverance ministries.[4]
Criticism
[edit]Like many figures in the Apostolic-Prophetic Movement, Chulu’s prophetic claims and deliverance practices may face scrutiny from traditional Christian denominations that question the validity of modern prophecy or emphasize theological rigor.[5] However, no specific controversies tied to Chulu have been documented in available sources.
References
[edit]- ^ Eckhardt, John (2014). Deliverance and Spiritual Warfare Manual. Charisma House. ISBN 978-1621366256.
- ^ Wagner, C. Peter (1998). The New Apostolic Churches. Regal Books. ISBN 978-0830721375.
- ^ Eckhardt, John (2014). Deliverance and Spiritual Warfare Manual. Charisma House. ISBN 978-1621366256.
- ^ Chulu, Pillious. "Apost Pillious Chulu Facebook Profile". Facebook. Retrieved 15 July 2025.
- ^ MacArthur, John (2013). Strange Fire: The Danger of Offending the Holy Spirit with Counterfeit Worship. Thomas Nelson. ISBN 978-1400205172.