Rev Stephen Wengam is the General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God
The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has spoken strongly against the abuse of power in political circles, the corporate world, workplaces, and marital homes, describing it as a dangerous tool often used to promote selfish interests or gain undue advantage.
“In the name of acquiring wealth, attaining political power, or gaining promotion at the workplace, some people resort to wicked means to mistreat or eliminate their perceived enemies.
“This is what King Herod attempted against the baby Jesus, and such crude methods must be eschewed by political leaders and private individuals alike,” he said.
Rev Wengam was speaking at the forecourt of the State House in Accra during the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, hosted by the Parliament of Ghana.
The event was attended by President John Dramani Mahama, who read a scripture.
Other scriptural readings were delivered by the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin; the Clerk of Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror; the Director-General of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), Professor Amin Alhassan; as well as representatives of the Majority and Minority leadership in Parliament.
Rev Wengam, who also serves as Vice Chairman of the Africa Assemblies of God Alliance (AAGA), said the Christmas story presents critical lessons for both personal and national advancement, one of which is reconciliation.
He emphasised that the Christmas message is meaningless unless humanity takes deliberate steps to turn away from sin and seek reconciliation with God, the Creator, who alone guarantees true success in life.
“We must reconcile with God vertically and reconcile with our neighbours, colleagues, spouses, and children horizontally,” Rev Wengam added.
Referencing the obedience of Joseph and Mary to the census decree following the birth of Jesus, he stated, “God would not do by a miracle what people must do through responsibility, common sense, and simple obedience.”
He, therefore, underscored the need for Ghanaians to be law-abiding citizens.
Touching on governance, Rev Stephen Wengam said political leadership must pursue a national vision that transcends narrow partisan considerations, adding that such a vision must be anchored in strong moral values as a compass for holistic development.
He reminded the audience that the once-powerful Roman Empire collapsed largely due to moral failure, particularly sexual immorality, warning that such failures must not be repeated by the present generation.
Rev Wengam also urged the government, Parliament, and other state institutions to intensify efforts to protect human rights and advance the welfare of Ghanaians.
“The security agencies must step up measures to protect the civilian population, while citizens themselves prioritize their personal safety and security,” he said.
