President John Dramani Mahama has expressed his desire for divine guidance in leading Ghana toward prosperity.
Speaking at the Cedar Mountain Chapel of Assemblies of God in East Legon on Sunday, February 2, 2025, he prayed for God to use him as an instrument to serve Ghanaians and improve their lives.
“I pray that God will use me as His instrument. He brought me here, and He will help me serve my purpose—to change the fortunes of this country and make life better for all,” Mahama stated.
Reflecting on his career, the President shared how his path had been shaped by divine intervention. As a child, he never aspired to be a lawyer or doctor. Instead, he dreamt of being a fireman because he admired their uniforms and fire trucks, or a State Transport Company driver because of the long journeys they undertook.
Despite these childhood dreams, Mahama acknowledged that God directed his path toward politics, even when he resisted. His reluctance stemmed from the experiences of his late father, who was arrested and imprisoned for two years due to his political involvement. The trauma led his father to abandon politics for a successful business career.
“I vowed never to be a politician, but God had other plans. After serving as Deputy Minister and later Minister for Communications, I thought I had fulfilled my father’s legacy and could pursue my dreams. I wanted to earn a PhD and become a university lecturer, but God said, ‘I’m not done with you,’” he recounted.
His journey took a defining turn when the late President John Evans Atta Mills invited him to be his running mate.
“I was reluctant, but God’s will prevailed. My prayer is simple: ‘ God, do with me what You please. Use me as Your instrument.’”
President Mahama commended Reverend Stephen Yenusom Wengam, General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, for founding Cedar Mountain Chapel. He likened the church’s growth to the biblical mustard seed, which starts small but flourishes.
“Reverend Wengam’s story reminds me of the mustard seed parable. We were saddened when he left Ringway Gospel Centre to start Cedar Mountain Chapel. But he followed God’s calling, and look at what it has become today,” Mahama noted.
He recalled how as Vice President, he helped the church secure a loan guarantee for its construction, expressing joy at its progress.
Mahama emphasized the need for national prayer, drawing parallels with countries like the United States, which observe national days of prayer. He reaffirmed his commitment to instituting a National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving to seek God’s guidance for Ghana’s peace and prosperity.
“I pray that God continues to bless Ghana, protect our peace, and help us harness our natural resources for the benefit of all,” he said.
Delivering a sermon on the “Awesome Deeds of Prayer,” Reverend Wengam urged believers to prioritize prayer, referencing Daniel 6:1-28. He challenged Christians to be consistent in prayer, noting that Daniel as Prime Minister, prayed thrice daily despite his busy role
“You cannot be busier than Daniel or even the President. Yet, Daniel made time for prayer. How often do you pray?” Reverend Wengam asked the congregation.
He stressed that prayer is a powerful weapon against adversity. “You cannot destroy a man or woman of prayer. Daniel was thrown into the lion’s den because of prayer but God preserved him. A prayerless Christian is no threat to Satan.”
Reverend Wengam warned against being a “part-time Christian,” urging believers to develop a strong, unwavering prayer life.
Reverend Wengam and senior pastors led a special prayer for President Mahama and the nation’s prosperity. The President, accompanied by government officials, received the blessing with gratitude.
