Politicians must come to the church for wisdom to govern - Frimpong-Manso

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KB,LONDON 9 years ago

They already go to church but the church doesn't go into them. In most cases,there is no difference between clergy and politicians.

They already go to church but the church doesn't go into them. In most cases,there is no difference between clergy and politicians.
readi 2 dye 9 years ago

Ghanaians go to church all the time yet we c no change in the lives and mentality of the people...church has become another hustle with juju/vodoo..most people I knew from back day are now preachers....wtf paying consultation ...
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Ghanaians go to church all the time yet we c no change in the lives and mentality of the people...church has become another hustle with juju/vodoo..most people I knew from back day are now preachers....wtf paying consultation fee to see preachers while jesus feeds 5 thousand. Am sick of it. All these churches n population keep getting worse...all these preachers need to be whipped starting with Duncan from (no action church) What a shame.
MSN 9 years ago

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ELINAM 9 years ago

No amount of church can change a criminal to behave right, especially if no one knows he's that bad.
A known alcoholic or a drug addict can check him or her self into a rehab and get help but that can not be said of a prete ...
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No amount of church can change a criminal to behave right, especially if no one knows he's that bad.
A known alcoholic or a drug addict can check him or her self into a rehab and get help but that can not be said of a pretentious "BIG SHORT".
Kululu 9 years ago

Is there any difference in conduct and character between the politicians and the church leaders? They are rushing the feed on the gullible poor man's sweat

Is there any difference in conduct and character between the politicians and the church leaders? They are rushing the feed on the gullible poor man's sweat
Krikri 9 years ago

and occupy the front pews? and make gargantuan offerings? and some are even 'pastors'?. Ghanaian politicians are spineless THIEVES. Otherwise why should Ghanaians be going through such hell since independence?

and occupy the front pews? and make gargantuan offerings? and some are even 'pastors'?. Ghanaian politicians are spineless THIEVES. Otherwise why should Ghanaians be going through such hell since independence?
Kwame 9 years ago

And where will Pastors such as the Presbyterian Bishop of Obuasi go for wisdom?

And where will Pastors such as the Presbyterian Bishop of Obuasi go for wisdom?
Ka Na Wu 9 years ago

Which particular church? or the generic church?

Which particular church? or the generic church?
FACT 9 years ago

PRAYERS DO NOT SOLVE PROBLEMS SO OFFICIALS OR POLITICIANS SHOULD NOT WASTE STATE RESOURCES ON SEEKING ADVICE FROM PASTORS.

PRAYERS DO NOT SOLVE PROBLEMS SO OFFICIALS OR POLITICIANS SHOULD NOT WASTE STATE RESOURCES ON SEEKING ADVICE FROM PASTORS.
Komla Agbeshie (Ho) 9 years ago

Asiedu Nketia,you hear?

Asiedu Nketia,you hear?
WOW!! 9 years ago

GOOD IDEA!!!!

GOOD IDEA!!!!
Gaisey R 9 years ago

They are all sitting on the front seats of churches. The one place rich Ghanaians like to go on Sunday is the church. So The politicians are already in church.

They are all sitting on the front seats of churches. The one place rich Ghanaians like to go on Sunday is the church. So The politicians are already in church.
TOMMY 9 years ago

Let Akuffo Addo hear this and stop being litigant. A wise person always sits back and sees what best to adopt but does not beat his chest that “ALL DIE BE DIE” Counsel him he is part of the hole in our current economic st ...
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Let Akuffo Addo hear this and stop being litigant. A wise person always sits back and sees what best to adopt but does not beat his chest that “ALL DIE BE DIE” Counsel him he is part of the hole in our current economic status.
gyan 9 years ago

The foundation is part of tithe paid by the members. I don't think God is part of your churches in the country.

The foundation is part of tithe paid by the members. I don't think God is part of your churches in the country.
eric 9 years ago

Christianity had been forged,is sick, Gentile religion,semi-pagan the most corrupt religion in the world.Christians are ignorant blind-fool and the most corrupt people in the world Christians are teaching the negative and opp ...
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Christianity had been forged,is sick, Gentile religion,semi-pagan the most corrupt religion in the world.Christians are ignorant blind-fool and the most corrupt people in the world Christians are teaching the negative and opposite of the bible and the Natural Religion.Useless pastors and church leaders are you not corrupt than the politicians.
FART 9 years ago

THIS GOES TO NANA ADDO AND SIR JOHN.

THIS GOES TO NANA ADDO AND SIR JOHN.
TEE 9 years ago

CALL MAHAMA HE NEEDS WISDOM TO RULE PERIOD

CALL MAHAMA HE NEEDS WISDOM TO RULE PERIOD
King 9 years ago

do the politicians not go to church?

do the politicians not go to church?
Kwame Kumi 9 years ago

With all due respect I'm not sure the Rev. Dr. knows what he's talking about. He should first tell us which Ghanaian politician he knows who is neither a Christian nor a Muslim? When they win power and you these pastors pra ...
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With all due respect I'm not sure the Rev. Dr. knows what he's talking about. He should first tell us which Ghanaian politician he knows who is neither a Christian nor a Muslim? When they win power and you these pastors pray and hail their victory as God-giving what do you tell them. Isn't it true that when they attend such so-called Thanksgiving services your collection bowls swell and you're happy?

And in any case don't we know what goes on in these churches themselves?
Amoah Wade3 9 years ago

bull shit
are the so called pastors better than the politicians ?

bull shit
are the so called pastors better than the politicians ?
TOBY 9 years ago

THEY WANT YOUR MONEY

THEY WANT YOUR MONEY
Ugly Akufu Addo 9 years ago

He corrupted people n now grow potbearlly

He corrupted people n now grow potbearlly
NAA AYELEY 9 years ago

IS ABOUT TIME WE GHAINIANS HAS TO RESPECT MEN OF GOD. AS PASTORS, EVANGELIST, PROPHETS, AND MISSIONARIES, BECAUSE OF ALL THEIR EVIL WORSHIPS OF gODS AND THEIR JUJU, THEY ARE NOT AFRAID OF MEN OF GOD. THEY TALK ANY HOW AGAINST ...
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IS ABOUT TIME WE GHAINIANS HAS TO RESPECT MEN OF GOD. AS PASTORS, EVANGELIST, PROPHETS, AND MISSIONARIES, BECAUSE OF ALL THEIR EVIL WORSHIPS OF gODS AND THEIR JUJU, THEY ARE NOT AFRAID OF MEN OF GOD. THEY TALK ANY HOW AGAINST THEM.
dennis awah 9 years ago

ayeley ! as long as they remain men they are not perfect and infallible, so they are open to criticism and ridicule just as any other human being. only a god is theoretically perfect. all men are fallible including pastors,pr ...
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ayeley ! as long as they remain men they are not perfect and infallible, so they are open to criticism and ridicule just as any other human being. only a god is theoretically perfect. all men are fallible including pastors,preists prophets etc. by being preachers of a religion does not excus ethem from mistakes, commiting crimes and corruption. respect is earned by actions and not titles, if you are a weak, illiterate person who follows people because of their titles dont expect all of us to be the same. my view of priests pastors etc is that they are the most useless people on gods earth, they claim fame and power for doing nothing. from moses down to Duncan williams this class of humans has brought no benefit to mankind. i respect scientists, farmers and engineers far more than these quacks. respect for what???
REV. TWEEA 9 years ago

Does that fool aware that the church is full of Christians? Even pastors are stealing, fucking girls and other people's wives. Just wait for God's judgement day. It will be butu butu.

Does that fool aware that the church is full of Christians? Even pastors are stealing, fucking girls and other people's wives. Just wait for God's judgement day. It will be butu butu.
EZEKIEL 9 years ago

Sad, so is this Rev saying OUTSIDE the Church,one cannot have wisdom ?? You mean the Quotations of the Bible ????That is the history of the Jews AND THEIR GOD...Yahweh!

Sad, so is this Rev saying OUTSIDE the Church,one cannot have wisdom ?? You mean the Quotations of the Bible ????That is the history of the Jews AND THEIR GOD...Yahweh!
Prosper 9 years ago

How can the church be the right place for wisdom when those there could not show wisdom to challenge those who are not there. Praying for the Cedi to appreciate and believing that Dwarfs are dipping their hands into the Bank ...
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How can the church be the right place for wisdom when those there could not show wisdom to challenge those who are not there. Praying for the Cedi to appreciate and believing that Dwarfs are dipping their hands into the Bank tills to steal money could be a place for wisdom? What kind of wisdom are you showing?
mr amin 9 years ago

our leaders shoule think n identofy the problem facing this country. i am saying that the depreciation of the cedi is the major problem facing us. if your pocket money is weak it means u are weak your self. cos the cedi is we ...
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our leaders shoule think n identofy the problem facing this country. i am saying that the depreciation of the cedi is the major problem facing us. if your pocket money is weak it means u are weak your self. cos the cedi is weak so the economy is weak. salaries will be weak, then breed corruption. institutions will be weak etc. wny should govt index or charge import duties in dollers? this where dollerozation began. fix duties in cedis permenently. govt is killing the cedi with dollerization at the ports. save the cedi before it brings ghana down.
NII 9 years ago

THESE RELIGIONS ARE FAKE.ITS ALL ABOUT CONTROLLIMG OUR MINDS.

THESE RELIGIONS ARE FAKE.ITS ALL ABOUT CONTROLLIMG OUR MINDS.
DR 9 years ago

WISDOM DOES NOT COME FROM THE CHURCH BUT IT COMES FROM GOD IF YOU ASK HIM-HE GIVES IT TO YOU, IF YOU ARE REAL+++

WISDOM DOES NOT COME FROM THE CHURCH BUT IT COMES FROM GOD IF YOU ASK HIM-HE GIVES IT TO YOU, IF YOU ARE REAL+++
kwasi 9 years ago

Christianity are more corrupt then politicians in the in Ghana, what wisdom you Christians have ? corruption wisdom.

Christianity are more corrupt then politicians in the in Ghana, what wisdom you Christians have ? corruption wisdom.
Kofi Kofi 9 years ago

Priests like Rev. Frimpong Manso have the latitude to open their stinking mouths at any angle and talk! After all nobody complains to him for electricity or schools or roads or hospitals!

Besides, He has fools as his follo ...
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Priests like Rev. Frimpong Manso have the latitude to open their stinking mouths at any angle and talk! After all nobody complains to him for electricity or schools or roads or hospitals!

Besides, He has fools as his followers whom he convinces to give up their meagre incomes in the name of God so he thinks he is "wise".

We want to listen to great thinkers who would help us solve our social and economic problems and not nit-wits like Reverend Frimpong-Manso who have nothing to offer us except recounting Bible stories.

He thinks it is easy to become a politician? Let him run for the post of even an Assemblyman!! It is far easier to become a priest than a politician because priesthood has only one textbook - the Bible, so only a dunce will fail.

Rev. Frimpong Manso keep his trout shut and enjoy the booty that he took from innocent churchgoers. If the Church provides wisdom, let us all stop going to school and spend 24 hours a day in the Church?

Give us a break, Frimpong-Manso!!!
Boss 9 years ago

They are mentally rotten, stupid, selfish, greedy wicked and dirty so Wisdom is not enough, they lack intelligence.

They are mentally rotten, stupid, selfish, greedy wicked and dirty so Wisdom is not enough, they lack intelligence.
THE CHOSEN ONE 9 years ago

WONDERS SHALL NEVER END. POLITICIANS SHOULD COME TO THE CHURCH FOR WISDOM TO GOVERN. WHICH KOKOASI BRORFU BE THIS?
THE MAN IS IN A CONFUSED STATE.
IS THE CHURCH A RESIDENTIAL PLACE FOR WISDOM? I BEG GO TANDA ONE CORNER AND ...
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WONDERS SHALL NEVER END. POLITICIANS SHOULD COME TO THE CHURCH FOR WISDOM TO GOVERN. WHICH KOKOASI BRORFU BE THIS?
THE MAN IS IN A CONFUSED STATE.
IS THE CHURCH A RESIDENTIAL PLACE FOR WISDOM? I BEG GO TANDA ONE CORNER AND BEGIN DEY CHOP YOUR STOLEN TITHE FROM THE INNOCENT AND THE FOOLS OF YOUR FLOCK BEFORE GOD CALLS YOU AND GO AND FACE THE QUENCIQUENCY.
Jojo 9 years ago

AS AN EDUCATED PRIEST; I HOPE YOU ARE AWARE THAT, A COUNTRY IS ONLY BUILT ON THE ABILITY OF ITS CITIZENS, EDUCATED AND TRAINED TO TRANSLATE KNOWLEDGE INTO PRACTICE IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AS A DRIVE TO INNOVATION, INVENTION ...
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AS AN EDUCATED PRIEST; I HOPE YOU ARE AWARE THAT, A COUNTRY IS ONLY BUILT ON THE ABILITY OF ITS CITIZENS, EDUCATED AND TRAINED TO TRANSLATE KNOWLEDGE INTO PRACTICE IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AS A DRIVE TO INNOVATION, INVENTION AND CREATIVIY FOR THE CREATION OF DYNAMIC INDUSTRIES, MANUFACTURING AND PROCESSING(INDUSTRIAL OUTPUT) AND TO STIMULATE ECONOMIC GROWTH, JOB CREATION, INCOME AND BETTER STANDRDS OF LIVING.

WHAT KIND OF WISDOM SHOULD THEY COME TO TAKE FROM THE CHURCH.

WILL THEY COME TO LEARN IN THE HOUSE OF LORD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY.

IN THE HOLY SCRIPTZRES WE READ THAT, WE CANNOT EXPECT MANNER TO FALL FROM HEAVEN:WE HAVE TO WORK FOR IT.

PLEASE,HOW IS THE WORKING ACTIVITIES OF THE PEOPLE IN BRONX, USA.

WITHOUT THE USE OF OUR GOD GIVEN TALENTS, SUCH PREACINGS WOULD BE THE ORDER OF THE DAY IN GHANA FOR THE NEXT THOUSAND YEARS, AND AS RESULT WE WILL REMAIN UNDERDEVELOPED AND POOR.
Kofi Asiedu 9 years ago

It is rather unfortunate that the man of God comes out with such comments.

The church has failed the nation and the politicians.

Should the politician go to God for wisdom or is it the church which gives wisdom?

It is rather unfortunate that the man of God comes out with such comments.

The church has failed the nation and the politicians.

Should the politician go to God for wisdom or is it the church which gives wisdom?
kojo 9 years ago

I would like to find out the kind of wisdom he is talking about? Is it devilish wisdom or divine wisdom? If devilish wisdom, then, they have enough. If divine wisdom, then I do not think going to church would give them divine ...
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I would like to find out the kind of wisdom he is talking about? Is it devilish wisdom or divine wisdom? If devilish wisdom, then, they have enough. If divine wisdom, then I do not think going to church would give them divine wisdom. The only way for them to acquire divine wisdom is to accept Jesus Christ and allow him to mould their lives. They should meditate on the word of God and assimilate the word of God and then, the Holy Ghost will live in them and work in them to will to do what is right. This is what they need and not merely going to church, because some of them are even calling themselves pastors. The devil is even right in the churches. Some of the devil's lieutenants are moderators and bishops.
BOMPATA STONE 9 years ago

SO WHY DO THESE OLD AFRICAN MEN THINK CHURCH SOLVES EACH PROBLEM IN THE WORLD???..WHAT STUPIDITY IS THIS? EVEN THE EVIL COLONIALISTS WHO USED MISSIONARIES TO BRING CHRISTIANITY TO OUR SHORES AND TO ENSLAVE, OPPRESS AND BAMBOO ...
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SO WHY DO THESE OLD AFRICAN MEN THINK CHURCH SOLVES EACH PROBLEM IN THE WORLD???..WHAT STUPIDITY IS THIS? EVEN THE EVIL COLONIALISTS WHO USED MISSIONARIES TO BRING CHRISTIANITY TO OUR SHORES AND TO ENSLAVE, OPPRESS AND BAMBOOZLE US DO NOT WORSHIP AS HARD AS WE DO...YET THEY HAVE BETTER COUNTRIES WITH SCARCE NATURAL RESOURCES...OUR OLD LEADERS ARE DUMB...VERY DUMB..IF PRAYING FOR THE CEDI REALLY WORKED THEN THE CEDI VALUE SHOULD BE HIGHER THAN THE POUND STERLING!!!..AGAIN!!!..PRAYER IS NOT THE ANSWER TO EVERY PROBLEM!!!..SOMETIMES YOU NEED TO USE YOUR BRAIN...TO THINK!!!..AND STOP THE BUFOONERY..ISOLATE YOURSELF A LITTLE AND BE ABLE TO CREATE SOMETHING USEFUL FOR SOCIETY!!! THESE OLD FOOLS...ALWAYS DEMANDING RESPECT..LIKE THE RESPECT CAN BE USED TO CREATE SOLAR PANELS TO HARNESS AFRICA'S UNLIMITED AND MOST WASTED RESOURCE ...SOLAR ENERY!!!
kojo 9 years ago

Please stop the insults.

Please stop the insults.
Akomadan Adjei Nkansah Belgium 9 years ago

HAHAHAHAHA,MAHAMA IS A BIG CHRISTIAN,SEE WHAT MAHAMA CRIMINAL,CORRUPT IS DOING TO GHANIANS,VISIONLESS,INCOMPETENT,EMPTY HEAD ,AKONFEM MAHAMA IS INSANE,SHAME UNTO HIM,KWASEA BI NTI

HAHAHAHAHA,MAHAMA IS A BIG CHRISTIAN,SEE WHAT MAHAMA CRIMINAL,CORRUPT IS DOING TO GHANIANS,VISIONLESS,INCOMPETENT,EMPTY HEAD ,AKONFEM MAHAMA IS INSANE,SHAME UNTO HIM,KWASEA BI NTI
jojo 9 years ago

is he saying politicians have to be Christians before they can govern the country? Ghanaian politician are corrupt by nature or by peer pressure and what we need is a paradigm shift across the country for us to be successful ...
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is he saying politicians have to be Christians before they can govern the country? Ghanaian politician are corrupt by nature or by peer pressure and what we need is a paradigm shift across the country for us to be successful in our endeavors. remember the saying God helps those who helps themselves, so until we start acting right and put country first instead of our stomach we will suffer and not be prosperous.
CORUPTION GALORE 9 years ago

GHANA IS A MULTI RELIGIOUS NATION SO DO NOT MIX POLITICS WITH RELIGION TO CAUSE CONFUSION.THINK BEFORE JUST OPEN UR LOOSE MOUTH TO SAY STUPID THINGS

GHANA IS A MULTI RELIGIOUS NATION SO DO NOT MIX POLITICS WITH RELIGION TO CAUSE CONFUSION.THINK BEFORE JUST OPEN UR LOOSE MOUTH TO SAY STUPID THINGS
MUHAMMAD KAAMIL. 9 years ago

Paul the inventor of Christianity.he is nothing but liar.Christians said old testament is not theirs.IMPERIALISTS ARE SECULARIST.my question is. where the word JESUS.BIBLE.GOD.DIO.DIEU.TRINITY. etc came from???.from ANTOA NYA ...
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Paul the inventor of Christianity.he is nothing but liar.Christians said old testament is not theirs.IMPERIALISTS ARE SECULARIST.my question is. where the word JESUS.BIBLE.GOD.DIO.DIEU.TRINITY. etc came from???.from ANTOA NYAMA???.idolaters statues images and blood worshipers.we ask Allaah for safety and well-being.
KOFI B 9 years ago

osofo panin,you are utterly right,they the politicians need God and His words.Good bless you for this wonderful wise advice.

osofo panin,you are utterly right,they the politicians need God and His words.Good bless you for this wonderful wise advice.
yaw badu 9 years ago

the most ridiculous statement of the year!church and wisdom in the same sentence? this is an oxymoron!!

the most ridiculous statement of the year!church and wisdom in the same sentence? this is an oxymoron!!
still rastafari 9 years ago

politicians & chiefs a bane to Africa

politicians & chiefs a bane to Africa
dennis awah 9 years ago

Sorry mister ex moderator but the most advanced nations in this world did not send their leaders to church to learn how to govern or acquire any knowledge.in fact some of the most advanced countries today long ago broke the l ...
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Sorry mister ex moderator but the most advanced nations in this world did not send their leaders to church to learn how to govern or acquire any knowledge.in fact some of the most advanced countries today long ago broke the link between church and state in order to reach the levels of industrialization and social organization they have today - germany, japan, france, china,britain are secular countries and are among the worlds most prosperous, america itself is a secular nation. the real move to progress by most European countries was achieved when they separated the church form the state - they became industrialised, removed barriers to human rights especially against minorities, getting rid of slavery and giving equal rights to jews, slavery, anti semitism and rejection of science were the hallmarks of christian political governments. by rejecting the church in politics and governance they increased their dependency on science, knowledge and technology to increase life expectancy, increase levels of health and wellbeing in their population etc,.

this ex moderator like all pastors/priests wants to ensure that our leaders remain lazy, ignorant, stupid and insensitive to their responsibility's by going to church to pray to a palestinean deity for "wisdom". what nonsense!! ur leaders must get good educations and learn their responsibilities to their people by revering the laws of the land and guarding against corruption at all levels. if we should continue binding our politics and politicians to church going we will end up like portugal and spain - lazy, unproductive and stale.

Politicians must come to the church for wisdom to govern - Frimpong-Manso

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