Rev Stephen Wengam speaking during the December 31 Watch Night Service
The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev Stephen Wengam, has underscored the need to shape citizens who are demonstrably patriotic, incorruptible, and hardworking in order to advance the cause of national development.
He said this agenda must be given the highest priority in 2026.
Rev Wengam made the call while speaking at the Watch Night Service of Cedar Mountain Chapel in Accra to usher in the New Year.
He declared, “Even though there will be challenging moments, 2026 will bring greater prosperity and favour.”
Drawing lessons from the life of the Patriarch Abraham, whom he described as the father of the Christian faith, Rev Wengam expressed the belief that adherence to authentic Christian faith can significantly accelerate nation-building.
He particularly called on Christians to emulate Abraham by “believing boldly and radically, while modelling godly living to defend that legacy of faith.”
According to him, this approach would translate into greater patriotism, positive work ethics, higher productivity, and a less corrupt society.
The General Superintendent bemoaned the practice where some Christians serve God only for what they can receive, without embracing proper teachings on holy and righteous living.
“That was not the kind of Christian faith bequeathed to us,” Rev Wengam emphasised.
He announced that all Assemblies of God churches in Ghana will embark on a week-long fasting and prayer programme from Monday, January 5, 2026, to Sunday, January 11, 2026, to intercede for the church and the nation.
Also present at the Watch Night Service was the Burkinabé Ambassador to Ghana, David Kabre.
