The Youth Director of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Ebenezer Hagan, has called on young Christians to aspire to become digital champions, revealing that the digital space has become a new frontier for ministry.
According to him, God is inviting believers to join Him in this space, where the potential for Kingdom impact is immense.
Apostle Hagan said this on Monday, September 23, 2024, during a day’s summit dubbed, ‘Digital Champions Summit 2024,’ organised by the Great Commission Movement of Ghana (a non-denominational Christian group) at the Trinity Theological Seminary in Accra.
The event was aimed at training digital missionaries for the advancement of the Kingdom of God.
Addressing the participants, the Youth Director stated: ‘The digital world is the new space for ministry, and God is waiting for leaders to join Him in that space.’
He described a digital champion as more than just a proficient tech user, saying, ‘A digital champion is an individual who is strong, competent, and proficient in the use of technology, but most importantly, they are strong Christians. They know that in the Christian frame, they are ministers.’
According to him, digital champions understand their role as more than mere consumers of content but see themselves as vessels through which God can bring transformation to the digital world.
In a time of rapid technological advancement, Apostle Hagan pointed out that digital platforms have increasingly become influential in shaping society, fostering connections, and creating online communities.
He highlighted the many challenges in the digital space, such as misinformation, cyberbullying, mental health issues, and the risk of addiction.
The Youth Director, however, assured them that as digital natives, they are uniquely equipped to navigate the rough terrain.
While recognising their inherent ability to use technology for good, he stressed the need for them to leverage their technical skills and platforms for ministry, thereby turning challenges into opportunities for evangelism.
Apostle Hagan believes social media is a powerful tool for outreach, discipleship, and disseminating the Gospel.
He encouraged young Christians to take up blogging, podcasting, and content creation as means of spreading the word of God. He, however, cautioned that becoming an effective digital evangelist requires more than just technical knowledge.
‘To be a true online media evangelist, you must be spiritually grounded,’ he said, adding, ‘Develop a strong prayer life, immerse yourself in the word of God, and ensure that everything you post, share, and engage with on social media reflects your Christian values.’
In addition to spiritual maturity, Apostle Hagan stressed the importance of acquiring digital skills such as content creation, social media management, and even coding.
‘We must be innovative in how we share the Gospel online. Let’s use the tools of this age to engage the world, while always aligning our actions with the teachings of Christ,’ he stated.
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