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Crime and immorality would be worse without the Church – Mahama
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President John Mahama has addressed growing concerns over the increasing levels of crime and immorality in Ghana, even though over 90% of the population identifies as religious.
He emphasised that while these issues remain a challenge, the presence of the Church has played a significant role in curbing them, arguing that the situation could be far worse without its moral influence.
Speaking to the clergy in Kumasi on Sunday, President Mahama refuted claims that religion has failed to shape moral values in the country.
He asserted that, contrary to such arguments, the Church has been instrumental in guiding society.
“There is an often-heard argument that while more than 90% of Ghanaians profess to be persons of faith, immorality and crime are on the rise. My answer to those who make this argument is that the situation would probably have been far worse if there were no Church,” he remarked.
He further explained that the Church serves as a moral compass, shaping the behaviour of individuals and communities. Without its presence, he warned, society would risk plunging into chaos.
“Imagine a scenario where there was no Church, and people could act without any moral restraint. The situation would undoubtedly be worse. The churches are doing their best, and their efforts must be acknowledged,” he added.
President Mahama also stressed the importance of unity among Christian denominations, cautioning that divisions within the Church diminish its influence.
He noted that a fractured Christian community weakens the collective voice of faith leaders in addressing national issues.
“It is essential to emphasise the importance of fostering unity among Christian denominations. A divided Church weakens its impact,” he stated
He concluded by urging churches to work together in promoting national development and moral discipline.
“But a united Church can transform society. Let us work together to build a vibrant and influential Christian community that speaks with one voice on issues of national development,” he said, reinforcing his call for cooperation among religious bodies.
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Christians have been urged to demonstrate a living faith in Jesus Christ by allowing their confession of Him as Lord and Saviour to reflect in their daily lives.
According to the Kaneshie District Pastor of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG), Rev. Dzidzor Nathaniel Affram, a genuine Christian’s confession should go beyond words and be demonstrated through obedience to God, love for others and service to the Church.
He made the call at the 40th anniversary remembrance service for the late Wesley Kwasi Kwadzo at the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana, Maranatha Congregation at Awudome Avenui in the Volta Region.
Speaking on the theme, “The Church Built on a Living Confession,” Rev. Affram said life would continually present challenges capable of testing Christians’ faith, making it necessary for believers to hold firmly to their confession that Jesus Christ is Lord.
He explained that accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour required Christians to live according to His teachings, stressing that their faith must be evident in their conduct.
“A living confession listens to God and not man,” he said, urging Christians to remain obedient to God even when faced with difficulties and pressures.
Rev. Affram further encouraged the congregation to care for vulnerable people and demonstrate concern for others, adding that such acts were practical expressions of Christian faith.
He also urged Christians to identify and use their God-given gifts to build the Church.
He said every member of the Church had a role to play and cautioned Christians against looking down on others because of their status or abilities.
The remembrance service brought together family members, friends, members of the congregation and sympathisers to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the late Wesley Kwasi Kwadzo.
By Lizzy Okai
