Rev Stephen Wengam
The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has spoken strongly against the abuse of power in political circles, the corporate world and within marital homes, warning against its use to promote selfish interests or gain undue advantage.
“In the name of acquiring wealth, attaining political positions or gaining promotion in the workplace, some people use all sorts of wicked means to mistreat or eliminate their perceived enemies. This is what King Herod attempted against the baby Jesus, and such crude methods must be eschewed by political leaders and private individuals alike,” he said.
Rev. Wengam was speaking at the forecourt of the State House during the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols organised by Parliament.
The event was attended by President John Dramani Mahama, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, Ministers of State, Members of Parliament, traditional rulers and heads of institutions.
Rev. Wengam, who is also the Vice Chairman of the Africa Assemblies of God Alliance (AAGA), said the Christmas story offers critical lessons for both personal and national development, one of which is reconciliation.
He emphasised that the Christmas message is meaningless unless humanity takes resolute steps to turn away from sin and seek reconciliation with God, the Creator, who alone can guarantee success in life.
“We must reconcile with God vertically and reconcile with our neighbours, colleagues, spouses and children horizontally,” Rev. Wengam added.
Referring to the decree for a census following the birth of Jesus, he said, “God would not do by miracle what people must do through responsibility, common sense and simple obedience.”
Rev. Wengam therefore underscored the need for Ghanaians to be law-abiding while political leadership pursues a national vision that transcends narrow partisan considerations.
Such a vision, he noted, must be anchored in strong moral values to serve as a compass for development.
The General Superintendent reminded the audience that the once-powerful Roman Empire crumbled as a result of sexual immorality, warning that the present generation must not repeat the same mistakes.
He urged the government to do more to protect human rights and advance the interests of Ghanaians, while also calling on citizens to take their personal safety and security seriously.
A Daily Guide Report