Coronavirus sent by God to punish sinners - US pastor

Pastor Rick Wiles in the United States has said that coronavirus is a plague sent by God to punish sinners.

Coronavirus which broke out in China has killed 132 people with 5,568 across the world.

The pastor revealed that the fowl contents shown on TV and the act of parents turning their children into transgenders are part of why the plague is on mankind.

He went on to describe the plague as part of the first steps of judgment to be pronounced on Earth.

The pastor's claim has drawn reactions from Facebook users who shared as seen below.

Mary Ortiz said: "Sadly i believe this pastor has used the God's word in a twisted interpretation to attack those in society that need to hear our Great and Loving God is there with open arms to receive ALL unto himself as they come to know His love and truths in their hearts. They will then know the transformative power of our Lord and Savior."

Shayne Smith said: "Isn't it surprising that a so called Christian man is so judgemental of others, when he looks like he sits around playing with himself." Loretta Choukeir said: "I used to like this guy and watch him all the time. But now all I see is a hate filled person. Nobody has a one way ticket to heaven. He needs to realize he is not perfect and is kidding himself if he thinks he is !!!!!"