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15th November, 2010
THE CHURCH-STATE RELATIONSHIP
It is interesting watching every Sunday, the number of people neatly dressed, making their way to church to hear the word of God.
This is an indication that many Ghanaians are turning to Christianity or have already done so.
However, people’s lifestyles after church service, leave much to be desired. They indulge in all kinds of activities that undermine the country’s forward march to nationhood.
Indeed, the principles that Christ stood for, and which as Christians we are supposed to emulate, have been thrown to the wind.
Cheating, robbery, dishonesty, culture of insults and above all, fornication are the order of the day, among many Christians.
People in top management positions, politicians, businessmen and women among others, are all caught up in the web of the devil. Even pastors who are expected to know better, cannot escape blame.
It is in this light that the Times welcomes the call by President John Evans Atta Mills to the leadership of the Christian community to help tackle the challenges of the increasing moral decadence in society.
The President believes that the Church holds the conscience of society, and should, therefore, act in time to address pertinent issues including corruption, moral decadence and the creeping culture of insults among politicians.
At a crucial meeting with leaders of the various Christian groupings at Peduase Lodge near Aburi on Friday, President Mills noted that because of the influential nature of the Church, its voice should be heard on issues that affect the nation.
“I have called you here to discuss matters of national interest because the collaboration between the government and the church, will inure to the benefit of the people,” the President stated.
Since religion is about the good of society, the Church cannot remain unconcerned as the country plunges into shambles.
The fact still remains that the Church and the State are partners in progress and, therefore, the church cannot look unconcerned for the society to be destroyed by immorality, corruption, culture of insults and disrespect for authority.
We believe that if church leaders can use at least 30 minutes of their time during church sessions to preach against the social evils that have afflicted the nation, it will not only benefit their congregations but the society as a whole.
To help the country to reach its desired goals, Christians, wherever they may find themselves, must be prepared to serve the nation with all their hearts and might so that the country can move forward in leaps and bounds.
This is an indication that many Ghanaians are turning to Christianity or have already done so.
However, people’s lifestyles after church service, leave much to be desired. They indulge in all kinds of activities that undermine the country’s forward march to nationhood.
Indeed, the principles that Christ stood for, and which as Christians we are supposed to emulate, have been thrown to the wind.
Cheating, robbery, dishonesty, culture of insults and above all, fornication are the order of the day, among many Christians.
People in top management positions, politicians, businessmen and women among others, are all caught up in the web of the devil. Even pastors who are expected to know better, cannot escape blame.
It is in this light that the Times welcomes the call by President John Evans Atta Mills to the leadership of the Christian community to help tackle the challenges of the increasing moral decadence in society.
The President believes that the Church holds the conscience of society, and should, therefore, act in time to address pertinent issues including corruption, moral decadence and the creeping culture of insults among politicians.
At a crucial meeting with leaders of the various Christian groupings at Peduase Lodge near Aburi on Friday, President Mills noted that because of the influential nature of the Church, its voice should be heard on issues that affect the nation.
“I have called you here to discuss matters of national interest because the collaboration between the government and the church, will inure to the benefit of the people,” the President stated.
Since religion is about the good of society, the Church cannot remain unconcerned as the country plunges into shambles.
The fact still remains that the Church and the State are partners in progress and, therefore, the church cannot look unconcerned for the society to be destroyed by immorality, corruption, culture of insults and disrespect for authority.
We believe that if church leaders can use at least 30 minutes of their time during church sessions to preach against the social evils that have afflicted the nation, it will not only benefit their congregations but the society as a whole.
To help the country to reach its desired goals, Christians, wherever they may find themselves, must be prepared to serve the nation with all their hearts and might so that the country can move forward in leaps and bounds.
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