The General Overseer of the International Central Gospel Church, Pastor Mensa Otabil has urged Ghanaians not to be anxious about elections.
He said the upcoming 2024 election will not be different from those held in the past.
“We’ve done this for a pretty long time, and we’re good at it. The uncertainty and anxiety of violence should be a thing of the past,” declared Pastor Otabil in an interview with TV3 on Christmas day.
Pastor Otabil, known for his insightful sermons and community activism, emphasized the importance of responsible participation in the upcoming election.
“Elections are about choices and consequences. We have to think intelligently about what kind of choice we want to make and what outcome we expect from it,” he asserted.
His message underscores the critical role Ghanaians play in shaping their nation’s future.
Pastor Mensa Otabil also touched on themes of faith, resilience, and finding joy amidst life’s complexities and subjects that resonate with Ghanaians celebrating Christmas.
“The God we worship today is a God who’s been there all the time. He’s called the Ancient of Days. So God is familiar with human history, of which includes human suffering and human pain. It also includes the joy in the triumphs of human beings.”
Pastor Otabil’s words echoed the spirit of Christmas, a time for celebration, introspection, and renewed hope. He urged Ghanaians to embrace the duality of life, acknowledging both the challenges and the joys that come with each passing year.
“We cannot say that because somebody is mourning, we shouldn’t rejoice, neither do we say that because people are rejoicing we should ignore those who are mourning. We look at all of that, and we give God the glory for it,” he stated.
By Portia Gabor