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The goodness of God is a central theme of Scripture. Psalm 31:19 (NKJV) declares, “Oh, how great is Your goodness, which You have laid up for those who fear You.” From creation through successive generations, God has consistently demonstrated His benevolence, mercy, and faithfulness toward humanity. His goodness is inherent in His nature and not derived from any external source, as affirmed by Jesus in Mark 10:18.

Throughout biblical history, God’s goodness has lifted the humble and shown mercy to the undeserving. Yet, human response has not always reflected gratitude. The Israelites grumbled in the wilderness despite divine provision. Nine healed lepers failed to return and give thanks. The unforgiving servant, though pardoned, withheld mercy from another. These examples reveal how easily divine kindness can be met with ingratitude.

A striking illustration is found in the life of Jeroboam, recorded in 1 Kings. Raised from obscurity and made king over ten tribes of Israel through divine prophecy, Jeroboam was the beneficiary of extraordinary grace. However, out of fear that the people might return to the house of David, he instituted alternative worship practices, including the making of golden calves and appointing unauthorized priests. These actions became known as “the sins of Jeroboam” and set a destructive precedent for generations.

According to 2 Kings 17:23–24, the persistence of these sins eventually led to Israel’s exile. Jeroboam’s story stands as a sober reminder that divine favour demands faithful obedience. As believers, our response to God’s goodness must be wholehearted devotion and steadfast commitment to His will.

Written by Elder Haison Kwesi Mensah – Sankor District, Winneba Area

The rise of diverse philosophies and human-centred ideologies in today’s world continues to shape relationships, governance, and moral standards. While some of these ideas promote coexistence and human dignity, others subtly encourage self-indulgence without regard for eternal consequences. Increasingly, many pursue wealth, pleasure, and personal fulfilment at the expense of faith and godly principles.

Scripture offers a timely caution. The Apostle Paul writes in 1 Timothy 6:10 (NIV), “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.” This warning is particularly relevant in an age where success is often measured by material acquisition rather than spiritual depth.

In Acts of the Apostles 17:18, Paul encountered Epicurean and Stoic philosophers in Athens. The Epicureans believed that life’s ultimate goal was pleasure and that there was no afterlife or divine judgment. This philosophy promoted self-sufficiency, the avoidance of pain, and the pursuit of personal comfort as life’s highest ideals.

Regrettably, similar thinking persists today. Among some young people, there is a growing belief that life is solely about enjoyment and material gain, with little thought given to eternity. Such perspectives, when left unchallenged, weaken moral restraint and erode faith in God’s sovereign authority.

For the Church, this presents both a challenge and a mission opportunity. As we seek to possess the nations and transform society with the values of the Kingdom of God, we must intentionally disciple the next generation with sound biblical teaching. The message of Christ affirms that life does not end at death and that every individual is accountable to God.

Societal transformation begins when hearts are aligned with divine truth. By confronting modern expressions of Epicureanism with the gospel, the Church can raise believers who pursue righteousness above pleasure and eternal reward above temporary gain.

Written by Elder Emmmanuel Tanor, Atuna Distrtict – Dormaa Ahenkro Area

Defining the “Dying World” in an Environmental Context

When we look through the lens of ecology, a “dying world” is not a metaphor—it is a measurable biological reality. It refers to the progressive degradation of Earth’s life-support systems, where the biological diversity and geological stability required to sustain life are failing.

In this context, a dying world is characterized by:

Ecological Bankruptcy: We are spending “natural capital” (forests, clean water, minerals) faster than the Earth can replenish them.

The Silent Spring: The loss of biodiversity, or what I call the “erasure of God’s handwriting,” as species go extinct at rates 1,000 times higher than natural levels.

Systemic Fever: Global warming is not just “weather,” it is a planetary instability that leads to the displacement of the “least of these”—the poor and marginalized who suffer most from our consumption.

Sharing the Love of Christ with a Groaning Creation

The Apostle Paul tells us in Romans 8:22 that “the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time.” If the world is groaning, our response as Christians should be one of active compassion.

1. Stewardship as Worship

We share Christ’s love by proving we value what He created. When we protect a watershed or plant a tree, we are telling the Creator, “I love what You have made.” It is an act of “creation care” that mirrors the way Christ cares for our souls.

2. Justice for the Vulnerable

The “dying world” hits the impoverished first. Sharing the love of Christ means fighting for environmental justice. When we advocate for clean air in low-income neighborhoods or sustainable farming in drought-stricken regions, we are literally being the hands and feet of Jesus to those “thirsty” and “hungry.”

3. Radical Hope in a Disposable Culture

Our world lives by a “use and throw away” philosophy—applying to both plastic bottles and people. Sharing Christ’s love means living out a theology of restoration. We do not just discard; we mend. We do not just consume; we conserve. This counter-cultural lifestyle points people toward a Saviour who makes all things new.

The Call to Action

We cannot claim to love the Artist while we tear apart His masterpiece. To share the love of Christ with a dying world is to be a preservative—the “salt of the earth”—quite literally. We are called to be a people who bring healing to the land and hope to the spirit.

Saving the dying world in Environmental context:

1. The Reality: Diagnosis of a “Dying World”

We describe the world as “dying” because the vital organs of our planet, the oceans, the forests, and the atmosphere, are in critical condition.

2. Spiritual and Ethical Connection

We will use the “Head-Heart-Hands” framework.

• The Head: the facts are that “We have lost 50% of the world’s coral reefs.”
• The Heart: Connecting it to Christ’s love, we are not just “saving the planet” for the sake of rocks and trees; we are caring for God’s neighbourhood. Stewardship is the highest form of respect for the Creator.
• The Hands: The “Restoration Plan” below.

3. The Restoration Plan: How We Save It

Saving a “dying” world requires Resuscitation (immediate protection) and Regeneration (long-term healing).

A. The Resuscitation (Stop the Bleeding)

Decarbonize: Rapidly shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy. In 2026, this is no longer a “future goal” but an immediate survival necessity.

Zero-Waste Circularity: Moving away from a “disposable” culture. If God does not throw us away when we are broken, why do we treat His world as disposable?

Policy Advocacy: Using our voices to demand clean air and water standards.

B. The Regeneration (Healing the Land)

• Ecosystem Restoration: Supporting “Generation Restoration,” the global movement to rewild forests, peatlands, and mangroves.
• Regenerative Agriculture: Shifting how we grow food so that it heals the soil instead of stripping it.

4. Media “Soundbites”

• “We are not just inhabitants of Earth; we are its gardeners.”
• “The environment is where we all meet; it is the one thing all of us share.”
• “To love the Creator is to protect the Creation.”

5. Practical Call to Action

Audit Your Consumption: Switch to “Cold Water Wash” and air-dry clothes to cut carbon instantly.

Speak Up: Text or email your local representative about a specific environmental bill.

Restore Locally: Join a local “Creation Care” group or tree-planting initiative.

By Mrs Gifty Ofori-Yeboah (Executive Director, Eco Impact Network)

Every February, shades of red dominate the atmosphere. Roses fill the streets, hearts decorate storefronts, and social media glows with romantic expressions. Valentine’s Day, as widely celebrated, is painted in red — a colour symbolising romance, passion, and emotional connection. For many, it is a season of gifts, dates, and public affection. Yet beyond the chocolates and candles lies a deeper question: What truly is love?

Modern Valentine’s celebrations are largely shaped by culture and commerce. Love is often presented as attraction, intense emotion, and grand gestures. While such expressions are not inherently wrong, they can reduce love to something to be displayed or consumed. In this atmosphere, some feel pressured, overlooked, or burdened by unmet expectations. The red we see becomes not only a symbol of romance, but also of comparison and emotional strain.

Scripture, however, presents a richer understanding. The Bible declares that “God is love” (1 John 4:8). This truth shifts our focus from fleeting feelings to faithful commitment. Biblical love is sacrificial, patient, and rooted in truth. It is not merely about how we feel, but how we choose to act for the good of others.

For the believer, red carries deeper meaning. It points beyond roses to the cross of Jesus Christ, where love was fully revealed. The red of love is the blood He shed for humanity — an act of mercy and redemption. This is the greatest expression of love: unconditional, steadfast, and self-giving.

Viewed through this lens, Valentine’s Day becomes an opportunity for reflection. Couples are reminded that love is service and faithfulness. Singles are assured that their worth is secure in Christ. Ultimately, love is not seasonal or superficial. It is a daily calling — to love sincerely, sacrificially, and in the light of the cross.

Written by Deacon Obed Danso, Gbetsile District- Ashaiman Area

The prophetic ministry carries the sacred responsibility of communicating God’s heart clearly to the Body of Christ in every generation through accurate, Spirit-led utterances. However, in recent times, this noble calling has been clouded by excesses and misrepresentations, making it imperative for prophetism to be re-examined and re-aligned with the authority of Scripture.

Biblically, prophecy is a divine and inspirational message from God, given to encourage, strengthen, and comfort His people (1 Corinthians 14:3). From the Old Testament to the New Testament Church, God raised prophets as His mouthpieces to convey messages of repentance, warning, direction, and hope. While individuals like Abraham and Moses operated in prophetic grace, the formal prophetic office was firmly established in the days of Samuel, at a time when the word of the Lord was rare in Israel (1 Samuel 3:1, 20). From then, God spoke through prophets in diverse ways, as affirmed in Hebrews 1:1 and Amos 3:7.

The prophetic ministry has always been significant in God’s redemptive plan. Yet Scripture also makes it clear that the purpose of every ministry gift, including that of the prophet, is to equip the saints and build up the Body of Christ toward maturity in Christ (Ephesians 4:11–13). Any prophetic ministry that deviates from this Christ-centred purpose raises serious concern.

Central to genuine prophecy is the work of the Holy Spirit. Prophecy does not originate from human will but from men and women who speak as they are carried along by the Holy Spirit (2 Peter 1:21). Throughout Scripture, the Spirit inspired prophetic utterances through diverse means – speech, song, prayer, and revelation – always to glorify God and edify His people.

Sadly, the rise of false prophets in our time has led many astray. Jesus Himself warned against such deception (Matthew 7:15; 24:11). Scripture provides a clear test: if a prophecy does not come to pass, it is not from the Lord (Deuteronomy 18:22). Believers are therefore admonished to be vigilant, grounded in God’s Word, which itself is prophetic, and firmly anchored in Christ, the greatest Prophet of all (John 4:19).

May God grant the Church discernment in these end times to uphold true prophetism and reject all forms of deception.

Written by Elder David Gyamfi, PIWC West Hills

Leadership that endures across generations is anchored not in visibility or charm, but in character. Institutions, communities, and nations thrive when leaders act with wisdom, humility, and integrity. Charisma may inspire, but it cannot sustain influence when decisions are costly, criticism arises, or integrity is tested. Scripture underscores this principle: “Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart” (1 Samuel 16:7).

Character is more than behaviour – it is the deep imprint of moral and spiritual formation. Derived from the Greek charaktēr, it suggests something etched into the very being, shaping identity over time. Biblically, character is cultivated through faithfulness, humility, and obedience. Galatians 5:22–23 connects character to the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. The book of Proverbs teaches that “the integrity of the upright guides them” (Proverbs 11:3), emphasising character as the moral compass of leadership.

True character develops long before leadership is recognised. It is forged in unseen choices – how one handles truth, treats others, and exercises restraint when power is present. Leadership crises, whether in church, government, or corporate life, are rarely failures of skill; they are failures of character. Henri Nouwen observed that modern pressures often prioritise relevance and influence at the expense of inner formation, creating fragile authority.

Jesus Christ exemplifies leadership grounded in character. He did not rely on position, political power, or spectacle. His authority flowed from consistent integrity, compassion, and obedience to God. From resisting temptation in the wilderness to washing His disciples’ feet, His life demonstrated humility, self-giving, and moral courage. Even at the cross, His character remained faithful, illustrating that true leadership is tested through sacrifice.

For today’s leaders, the lesson is clear: influence without character risks abuse; leadership rooted in character transforms communities, protects the vulnerable, and honors God. Titles and platforms are temporary, but character endures. For Christian leadership, character is not optional – it is the foundation of lasting impact.

Written by Elder Francis Agbenya (English Assembly, New Bortianor District)

Written by Overseer Joel Kwesi Baidoo, Kpandai New Town District

During his second missionary journey around 50–52 AD, the Apostle Paul arrived in Corinth, a bustling Roman colony known for its wealth, strategic location, and cultural diversity (Acts 18:1–18). The city, famous for its temples of Apollo and Aphrodite, was rife with moral looseness, and the Temple of Aphrodite on Acrocorinth symbolised a culture where love was often equated with sexual immorality.

This historical backdrop illustrates the contrast between fleeting, self-serving notions of love, rooted in desire and pleasure, and the higher standard of divine love, or Agape, that Paul teaches in 1 Corinthians 13. While popular culture, past and present, elevates physical attraction and indulgence, Paul’s doctrine of love calls believers to selflessness, patience, humility, and enduring commitment.

Agape love is patient and kind, does not envy or boast, is not proud or rude, forgives, protects, trusts, hopes, and perseveres. It transcends feelings or physical attraction and reflects God’s nature. Unlike the corrupted notions of love associated with Aphrodite, Agape is unconditional, sacrificial, and transformative, impacting relationships, families, and communities.

Paul also affirms the sanctity of sexual intimacy within marriage (1 Corinthians 7), teaching that mutual consent, respect, and shared responsibility honour God’s design. Sexuality, therefore, is not condemned but is celebrated as a holy expression of love between husband and wife.

The message for believers today is clear: love is not about indulgence or pleasure, but about character, service, and commitment. In a world that often celebrates fleeting romance and selfish desire, the Church is called to embody Agape love – giving, serving, and reflecting the heart of God in all relationships.

Written by Mortu Aaron, Research Head, Professionals Guild PENSA–KNUST

“Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.” – Proverbs 14:34

Ghana is undeniably a deeply religious nation. According to the 2021 Population and Housing Census by the Ghana Statistical Service, about 95% of Ghanaians adhere to one religion or another, with Christians forming 71.3%, Muslims 19.9%, and followers of Traditional and other religions 3.5%. Yet, despite this strong religious belief, the nation continues to grapple with immorality, corruption, injustice, and social decay. This truth is clear: religion alone cannot exalt a nation; righteousness does.

Righteousness is defined by moral integrity, honesty, justice, faithfulness, purity, and civic responsibility. A nation is truly advanced not by religious affiliation, but by citizens who live uprightly and serve with integrity. Proverbs 20:7 reminds us, “The righteous man walks in his integrity,” highlighting the timeless value of godly conduct in every sphere of life.

Biblical examples abound. Joseph in Egypt, Daniel in Babylon, and Solomon in Israel rose to prominence because of their unwavering commitment to righteousness. God Himself attested to the blameless lives of Daniel, Noah, and Job, showing that moral integrity secures divine favour even in corrupt environments (Ezekiel 14:14). Their lives remind us that righteousness may not always be popular, but it is always powerful.

Today, as engineers, teachers, bankers, ministers, or farmers, young professionals are called to live visibly godly lives, demonstrating Kingdom principles in thought, word, and action. Jesus must be exalted not just in speech but through character, influence, and service. As Matthew 5:13–14 declares, we are the salt and light of the world; our righteousness is the illumination that transforms society.

The mandate is clear: through righteous living, Christ-like service, and godly leadership, Ghana can be exalted. “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord” (Psalm 33:12). The hour is now. The call is ours.