The Christian Council of Ghana is urging the general public to uphold integrity, emphasising that it is a fundamental aspect of both public and private conduct.
In a message to Ghanaians for this year’s Easter celebration, the Council states that corruption, dishonesty, and moral compromise undermine the true purpose of integrity in nation-building.
“Jesus remained faithful to the truth even in the face of suffering and death. The Christian Council urges all Ghanaians to reject corruption, dishonesty, and moral compromise in every sphere of life.”
It added, “Integrity must become one of the key foundations of our public and private conduct lest the Easter event loses its moral significance.”
The Council also drew inspiration from Christ’s virtues of forgiveness and reconciliation, highlighting how he offered forgiveness even to his fiercest persecutors.
“In a nation of diverse peoples, we are called to embrace forgiveness, heal ethnic and political divisions, and work towards genuine reconciliation,” the statement reads.
According to the Council, practicing these virtues can leverage unity and peace for national cohesion and transformation.
It concluded with a strong call to the Christian community and all Ghanaian citizens to let the message of the cross shape their character and actions.
“When Christian ethical values drive our personal lives and national affairs, we raise honest leaders, responsible citizens, and a society built on justice, peace, and shared prosperity for holistic national transformation.”
Christian Council of Ghana urges sacrifice, forgiveness and integrity in Easter message
