Bishop Dag Heward-Mills, the founder and presiding Bishop of the United Denominations Originating from the Lighthouse Group of Churches, has referred to Ghana’s National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day as a significant act of humility. He urged citizens to seek forgiveness and divine healing for the country.
While leading a prayer session during the national event, Bishop Heward-Mills drew inspiration from 2 Chronicles 7:14, reminding the congregation of the scripture: “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.”
Addressing the hundreds gathered, the Bishop expressed his belief that the prayers would bring a “great blessing and benefit” to the nation. “I believe God is going to heal Ghana through our prayers, and there will be healing in every aspect of our nation’s life—leadership, healthcare, education, infrastructure, politics, and government,” he declared. He then led the congregation in a heartfelt prayer of repentance, asking God to forgive the wrongs committed by individuals and institutions alike.
Bishop Heward-Mills acknowledged the decay, injustices, and wickedness that afflict our world, as well as the conflicts that arise everywhere. “Forgive us, O Lord, for the harms we have caused,” he prayed. He called for moral renewal and reconciliation among Ghanaians, urging citizens to confront corruption and division. “Grant, O Lord, that righteousness may reign and prevail in our nation. Let there be a great reconciliation among us. Let us be united so that our nation will be blessed,” he implored.
The Bishop also sought 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 and into something greater and better for our nation,” he said. He commended national leaders for their support of the event and prayed that Ghana would be remembered as a nation that honors God. “Those nations that forget God shall be turned into hell, but those that honor you, you shall also honor,” he added. “Therefore, we ask you to honor our leaders for honoring you on this day.”
The National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day gathered religious leaders and worshipers from various denominations, all seeking restoration, healing, and unity for Ghana’s future.
By: Gertrude Ankah
