Top 20 Richest Pastors In The World 2023 Forbes

Today, pastors across the world are ranked among the richest by reputable firms like Forbes magazine. Besides, most of the top 10 to 20 richest pastors in the world in 2023 that are ranked by Forbes, come from Africa.

We have seen how pastors are living luxurious and costly lives, especially in Africa. In our previous article, we had a comprehensive article on the list of the richest pastors in Africa in 2022. Today, we shall list the Forbes top 10 to 20 richest pastors in the world from the year 2022 to 2023.

Richest pastor in the World 2023

Undoubtedly, Pastor Alph Lukau from South Africa is the richest pastor in the world in 2023 with a net worth of $600 million. Here is a quick link to the full info about Pastor Alph Lukau who is also a prosperous priest in South Africa.

Pastor Kenneth Copeland is the second richest pastor in the world in 2023, with a net worth of over $310 million. Kenneth Copeland, 85, is the founder of Kenneth Copeland Ministries in Texas County, United States. Along with this, he is also an author, a public speaker, as well as a musician. 

On the other hand, Pastor Kenneth Copeland owns 3 private jets, numerous mansions in the United States, and expensive autos. As a result, this makes him second on the Forbes list of the top 20 richest pastors in the world in 2023.

In summary, we will list the name of the pastor or apostle. Then, we will state their nationality and net worth in 2023.

Top 20 richest pastors in the world 2023 Forbes

1. Alph Lukau, South Africa. Pastor Alph Lukau from South Africa is now the richest pastor in the world in 2023.
   Net worth 2023: $600 million.
2. Kenneth Copeland, United States of America.
   Net worth 2023: $310 million.
3. Pastor David Oyedepo, Nigeria.
   Net worth 2023: $150 million.
4. Pastor Shepherd Bushiri, Malawi.
   Net worth 2023: $149 million.
5. Pastor Ayo Ortisejafor, Nigeria.
   Net worth 2023: $112 million.
6. Priest Pat Robertson, United States of America
   Net worth 2023: $102 million.
7. Reverend Enoch Adeboye, Nigeria.
   Net worth 2023: $69.5 million.
8. Benny Hinn, Israel.
   Net worth 2023: $63 million.
9. Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, Nigeria.
   Net worth 2023: $50.7 million.
10. Joel Osteen, United States of America.
    Net worth 2023: $42 million.
11. Tshifhiwa Irene, South Africa.
    Net worth 2023: $30.1 million.
12. Pastor Ray McCauley, South Africa.
    Net worth 2023: $30.1 million. (Tie)
13. Priest Creflo Dollar, United States of America.
    Net worth 2023: $28 million.
14. Rick Warren, United States of America.
    Net worth 2023: $26 million.
15. Jesse Duplantis, United States of America.
    Net worth 2023: $21 million.
16. Bishop T.D Jakes, United States of America.
    Net worth 2023: $19 million.
17. Preacher T.B Joshua, Nigeria.
    Net worth 2023: $10 million.
18. Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo, Nigeria.
    Net worth 2023: $10 million. (Tie)
19. Reverend John Hagee, Israel.
    Net worth 2023: $7 million.
20. Paula White, America.
    Net worth 2023: $5.7 million.
21. Pastor Noel Jones. Jamaican-American minister and a Pentecostal bishop. And finally,
    Net worth 2023: $5.7 million.

Conclusion

As shown above, most of the richest pastors in the world in 2023 come from Africa and the United States of America.

Lastly, it’s good to note that this list of the top 20 richest pastors in the world keeps on changing from time to time. As such, it’s good for you to bookmark or add this page to your speed dials for easy access as time goes by.