A day before the Chief

[Brong Ahafo Region, Ghana] Mt 10:18 – “On My account you will be brought before governors and kings as witnesses to them and to the Gentiles.” This morning our team had the opportunity to visit with the Village Chief and his Elders for a traditional ceremony of welcome and appreciation. The formality of the event was a good experience for us all, but especially for our first-time members.

We entered the Chief’s palace where he was seated on his royal throne, which was atop the elevated base in the grand hall of the palace. His tribal Elders were seated along the front wall to either side of the Chief. Through his official linguist he greeted us and welcomed us to Atebubu and the entire area of his domain. He thanked us for taking time to come and visit with him and expressed gratitude for all the work we have been doing in the area.

These are a distinctly proud people. The Chief’s orator shared with us the fact that this kingdom has never suffered a loss in battle. Their history, which they stated goes back to the seventh century, reveals the fact that they have always been victorious in military battles. Not even the great Ashanti warriors were ever able to defeat them.

Following the time of pomp and circumstance I was afforded the opportunity to share the Gospel with those assembled. By the power of the Holy Spirit the message went forth in power and authority. At the time of invitation the Chief and every one of his Elders, with bowed heads prayed and indicated their decision to invite Jesus Christ into their lives. In fact, following this the Chief said, “Anyone can raise their hands to deceive someone, but today, I can vow that I have asked Jesus into my heart!”


It was the honor of our team to be present when this victorious Chief surrendered his battle of eternity to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Pastor Sammy Lartey in fact said to the Chief, “You are a Chief who has never lost a battle and today you have met the King who WILL never lose a battle.” Such is the daily ministry of Global Evangelism Ministries.

Through Saturday noon our teams have shared the Gospel in 89 venues where we have witnessed 21,554 indicated decisions for Christ.

Please pray for us as we enter our final week of ministry in this region. We have two film crusades scheduled for both tonight and Sunday night. Following that we have school ministry and film crusades each day through Thursday. The team is all doing very well and our health and strength is strong. Thanks be to God for His wonderful provision!