Bishop Dag Heward-Mills, founder and presiding bishop of the United Denominations Originating from the Lighthouse Group of Churches, has described Ghana’s newly declared National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving as a powerful expression of humility and a timely call for national healing.
Leading a prayer session at the Accra gathering, the prominent Christian leader drew from 2 Chronicles 7:14, urging Ghanaians to repent, seek God’s face, and turn from wrongdoing.
“If my people, who are called by my name, humble themselves and pray… I will forgive their sin and heal their land,” he quoted to a solemn and reflective audience.
Addressing the hundreds in attendance, Bishop Heward-Mills declared that the national prayers would bring “great blessing and benefit” to every aspect of Ghana’s life.
“I believe God is going to heal Ghana through our prayers—healing in leadership, hospitals, schools, our roads, politics and government.”
He led the congregation in a heartfelt prayer of repentance, acknowledging the moral decay, injustice, and wickedness that afflict the nation.
“Forgive us, O Lord, for the harms we ourselves have caused.”
Bishop Heward-Mills called on citizens to embrace moral renewal and resist corruption, division, and injustice.
“Let righteousness 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 also prayed for divine guidance and honest leadership, asking God to lead Ghana through current challenges into a renewed national purpose.
“Guide us out of difficulty… into something greater and better for our nation.”
Commending President John Dramani Mahama and national leaders for instituting the Day of Prayer, Bishop Heward-Mills cited biblical warnings against nations that forget God and blessings for those that honour Him.
“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.”
The National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day brought together religious leaders and worshippers across denominations united in prayer for peace, healing, and a renewed national conscience.
By: J.W Quarm
