The General Overseer of the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC), Pastor Mensa Otabil has reiterated his unwavering belief that the "dry bones" of Africa and black people, will rise again.
He said Africa's nations will prosper, in spite of the hardships and issues confronting the continent today.
He made the declaration during his sermon on the opening night of the 2023 edition of ICGC’s Greater Works Conference.
The sermon entitled, ‘In the Valley of The Dry Bones’ discussed Ezekiel 37 where God speaks to the prophet Ezekiel to prophesy to the dry bones in the valley to come to life.
This was against the backdrop of a very difficult situation in the nation.
He traced the three-part process of transformation: first was when the bones were gathered and insignificant in a place of defeat.
The second was when the bones began to strategically gather but remained inactive.
The third and most important stage was when the breath of God was released and the dry bones came to life and became a mighty army.
Dr Otabil juxtaposed this with the situation of Africa and stated that the continent of Africa will arise again despite what may seem to be impossible circumstances around the continent.
He declared, “I believe the dry bones of Africa and the dry bones of the black man will rise again and our nations will rise again.”
He further declared, “I see the day on this continent of Africa where we will have an army of captains of industry, new inventors and ideas coming up from here.”
He lamented the systemic brain drain where highly skilled Africans migrate in their numbers abroad to utilize their skills to build other countries instead of deploying them on the continent.
“It may be a temporary situation, but Africa’s best brains must come back with science, technology and innovations to build our continent”, the theologian stressed.
Pastor Otabil has consistently preached and encouraged African renaissance in his sermons over the years.
Monday’s message was in keeping with his declared vision of an Africa that will and must be better through its people. “Africa is a big deal to me”, he intimated.
Dr Otabil’s sermon was the highlight of a power-packed night of eclectic praise, worship, dramatic arts performances and prayer to officially open the 2023 Greater Works conference at the ICGC Christ Temple East campus at Teshie.
The Greater Works conference will continue throughout the week till Friday 4th August.
For day two of the conference, the host welcomes Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo for the morning and evening sessions, which will also feature a host of inspiring ministrations.
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