Accra, April 2, GNA – The Most Reverend Professor Johnson K. Asamoah-Gyadu, Presiding Bishop of The Methodist Church Ghana, has called on Ghanaians to embrace humility, integrity, and selfless service as the nation marks the Easter celebrations.
In an Easter message issued in Accra by the Conference Office of The Methodist Church Ghana, Rev. Prof. Asamoah-Gyadu extended warm greetings to all citizens, including President John Dramani Mahama and Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, as well as all persons entrusted with leadership roles in the country.
He said the celebration of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ should inspire a renewed sense of purpose among Ghanaians, urging them to contribute meaningfully to national development.
Reflecting on the significance of Easter, Rev. Prof. Asamoah-Gyadu referenced Philippians 2:5-11, describing it as a profound revelation of humility.
He said although Jesus Christ was in the form of God, He humbled Himself in obedience, even unto death on the cross.
“The lesson for all of us is that true elevation comes through humility, submission, and service,” he said, adding that Ghanaians must reflect Christ’s example in justice, love, and commitment to the common good.
Rev. Prof. Asamoah-Gyadu expressed concern over rising corruption in public life, attributing it to a sense of entitlement and self-serving attitudes, and called for a renewal of mindsets to prioritise national interest over personal gain.
“Public service must not be seen as an avenue for personal enrichment but as a platform to serve God’s people,” he said.
The Presiding Bishop said the resurrection of Christ symbolised hope and transformation, assuring that no situation was beyond redemption.
“The empty tomb is God’s signal that where there is despair, hope can rise; where there is death, new life awaits; and where there is corruption, change is possible,” he said.
Touching on national cohesion, Rev. Prof. Asamoah-Gyadu said this year’s Lent coincided with the Muslim observance of Ramadan, and extended goodwill to Muslims on the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr.
He commended the discipline and devotion of the Muslim community and called for strengthened interfaith dialogue, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence.
Rev. Prof. Asamoah-Gyadu said the Church remained committed to promoting religious freedom within educational institutions and partnering in the holistic development of young people.
He urged Ghanaians to allow the message of Easter to transform their lives, encouraging them to become agents of reconciliation, justice, and hope.
“Let the empty tomb inspire us to embody Christ’s humility, selfless love, and obedience in our homes, workplaces, and communities,” he said.
GNA
Edited by Kenneth Sackey