The Weight of Unseen Reasons
Other people misjudge the motives of a person who is reluctant or refuses to give help. Some believe that such a person is not sympathetic to others’ misfortunes, judging them from predispositions and assumptions. However, this is not always the case. Such judgments usually fail to see things from the perspective of the recipient. While […]
Authenticity Begins at Home: The Essence of True Relationships
Life is not just for the individual but for all mankind. We do not exist for our self alone; rather, we exist in relation to others, for human nature is a relational nature. We need each other to build a bigger, richer life. Once one is in a community—whether it has whatever problems it may […]
The Call to True Selflessness
If one cannot share a material possession with another, how can they hope to share the gifts bestowed from above? Just as the abundance of the heart compels the mouth to speak, so too does the abundance or lack thereof in the hands dictate action. Stinginess withdraws, withholding what could flow freely to others. It […]
The Joy of Redemption: Embracing the Easter Alleluia
There is always joy in the house of the Lord. The birth of a newborn is a moment of communal rejoicing—a celebration of life and divine grace. As Christians, we do not merely commemorate the birth of Christ in grandeur; we embrace the fullness of His journey—His sacrifice, death, and triumphant resurrection. This sacred sequence […]
A Season of Grace and Redemption
Once more, we step into the sacred season where hearts are called to stillness, minds are drawn to contemplation, and souls are beckoned to the embrace of divine love. Across the world, Christians pause to reflect on the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ—not merely as a remembrance, but as an invitation to transformation. […]
Heritage Month and Lent: A Journey of Reflection and Virtue
Heritage Month in Ghana would be incomplete without the recognition and participation of the Catholic Church and its members, especially as they step into the season of Lent. This period offers a unique opportunity for reflection on historical events and a journey with Christ on his way to Calvary. Interestingly, the Islamic religion also observes […]
Heritage Month: A Time for Reflection and Renewal
It is worth celebrating those whose tireless efforts and sacrifices paved the way for the freedom of various nations. The struggle for independence was profound and cannot be trivialized. Many individuals selflessly contributed their hard-earned resources, energy, and even their lives to support the fight for liberation. Every year in March, Ghana observes Heritage Month—a […]
Survive the Hunt, Win the Race
By: Dorothy Adablah Life isn’t a race won by how fast you bolt from the gate. Some crackle like wildfires at dawn, reduced to smoke by noon. Others smolder, slow and steady, until their blaze outshines the sun. Don’t let the sprint of others hijack your stride. You don’t know what wolves they’re fleeing—or what […]
Education: The Pillar of Progress and Ghana’s Unmet Potential
Education stands as the bedrock of societal advancement, a catalyst for economic growth, and a cornerstone of human development. Nations that prioritize robust educational systems often witness transformative infrastructural and societal progress, while those that neglect it grapple with stagnation. Ghana, like many developing countries, faces a critical paradox: its education system, designed to empower […]
Beyond Gossip: The Purpose of Speaking About Others
A common adage suggests that asking for directions prevents one from becoming lost. This idea prompts me to reflect on whether any individual—past or present—has ever existed who refrains entirely from discussing others. The question persists in my mind: Is it possible for humans, as social beings, to avoid speaking of others altogether? Even religious […]