The founder and presiding Bishop of the United Denominations Originating from the Lighthouse Group of Churches, Bishop Dag Heward-Mills, has described Ghana’s National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day as a profound act of humility, calling on citizens to seek forgiveness and divine healing for the country.
Leading a prayer session during the national event, Bishop Heward-Mills drew inspiration from 2 Chronicles 7:14, reminding the congregation that “if my people, who are called by my name, humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”
Speaking to hundreds gathered, the Bishop said he believed the prayers would lead to a “great blessing and benefit” for the nation.
“I believe God is going to heal Ghana through our prayers and there’s going to be healing in every part of our nation’s life — in leadership, hospitals, schools, our roads, politics and government,” he declared.
He led the congregation in a heartfelt prayer of repentance, asking God to forgive the wrongs committed by individuals and institutions alike.
“We recognize the decay, injustices and wickedness that plague our world and the conflicts that exist everywhere. Forgive us, O Lord, for the harms we ourselves have caused,” he prayed.
Bishop Heward-Mills called for moral renewal and reconciliation among Ghanaians, urging citizens to confront corruption and division.
“Grant, O Lord, that righteousness shall reign and prevail in the nation. Let there be a great reconciliation in our nation. Let us be united so that our nation will be blessed.”
He further he asked for divine wisdom and honest leadership to guide Ghana through its challenges and into what he described as a “promised land”.
“Guide us out of difficulty… into something greater and better for our nation,” he said.
The Bishop also commended national leaders for supporting the event, praying that Ghana would be honoured as a nation that does not forget God.
“For those nations that forget God shall be turned into hell. But those that honour you, you shall also honour them. Therefore, we ask you to also honour our leaders for honouring you on this day,” he said.
The National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day brought together religious leaders and worshippers from different denominations, all seeking restoration, healing and unity for Ghana’s future.
