MICHAEL Haywood is a self-styled pastor, who recently self-published an interesting faith-based book which has already captured a wide readership.

 

The book titled “Seed or Deception,” gives a detailed insight into seed faith, teaching prosperity gospel and discovering the true riches of God’s word.

 

Haywood is a Christian author and teacher, who once lived under the weight of seed faith and prosperity gospel teaching — the idea that God’s blessings could be bought through giving.

 

After years of disappointment and deep study of the scriptures, he found the truth of God’s unconditional love and provision.

 

Now, through his book, Haywood exposes the false promises of the prosperity gospel and leads believers back to the simplicity of trusting God’s word.

His mission is to help Christians find freedom from manipulation and rest in the Father’s love.

 

Haywood is a Christian author whose mission is to help believers break free from the manipulation of seed faith and prosperity gospel teachings.

 

Through biblical truth, testimony, and practical wisdom, he calls the church back to the simplicity of the gospel.

 

The book exposes the truth behind the prosperity gospel and seed faith movement.

 

Drawing from the scriptures, church history, and his experience, Haywood through his book guides readers toward a healthy, biblical view of giving, faith, and God’s provision.

 

It is on sale in paperback. Those interested can also get an ebook copy. The book is available globally in all major bookstores or persons can visit payhip.com/gracelifestores to secure a copy. The book, which was printed locally on October 22, 2025, can be bought in bookstores across the Guyana for $3000 per copy.

 

Haywood told the Guyana Chronicle that since its publication, he has gotten good reviews.

 

He explained that he is simply a ‘Child of God’ and he is quite honoured and privileged to have made an impact on people’s lives through his book and the message of Jesus Christ

 

He is a father of two and the pastor of Grace Life Church of Christ, a home-based church in Albouystown, Georgetown. The congregation meets on Sundays.

 

Haywood said that the church also has a social media portal to engage worshippers and others who are looking for that faith-based interaction.

 

He revealed that years ago, he had started writing a book but was unable to complete it as his focus had shifted. Years later and based on his experiences, he began writing again. This led to the completion and publication of ‘Seed or Deception.’

 

The religious leader stated that writing and self-publishing his own book is serving its intended purpose of highlighting God’s message.

 

Haywood reported that he penned the book from a place of experience, adding that he came from a church that taught a different kind of message, a message that did not align with the word of God in his true form.

 

“God opened my eyes to see those things, and it became my obligation to speak up according to the true word of God and I felt I did just that by way of the book. It’s all there, explained in detail,” he said.

 

Haywood has been a pastor since he was in his 20s. He started to preach the gospel because it was his calling.

 

The pastor pointed out that the book was the culmination of three years of research and documentation, and it targets both Christians and non-Christians.

 

He acknowledged his wife, Lyinda, his two daughters, extended family and church family for their continued support.

 

Haywood is currently doing research for another book he plans to write.

 

He holds a full-time job as a Facility Manager with Accedo, a hiring company. He also provides construction and property services.