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Rev. Stephen Wengam, General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, has urged Christian ministers to prioritise faithfulness and service over titles, recognition and personal advancement.
Preaching at the 2026 Attempt Great Things Conference by Bishop Dag Heward-Mills, he warned against attitudes that turn Christian leadership into competition for positions.
Using Benaiah’s appointment as commander of King David’s bodyguard in 2 Samuel 23, Rev. Wengam explained that genuine servants of God remain committed regardless of their official positions.
He criticised what he described as “political pastors” who continually seek recognition and promotion.
Reflecting on his personal ministry journey, Rev. Wengam recalled serving under a former General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, after completing university.
He explained that his administrative responsibilities included demanding and sometimes uncelebrated assignments, which he approached as opportunities to advance God’s Kingdom.
“This is where I find fulfilment,” he recalled.
He then delivered a central lesson on Christian leadership: “God didn’t call her to be successful. He called her to be faithful.”
The message challenged ministers to embrace humility, loyalty and sacrificial service, emphasising that genuine spiritual leadership must remain rooted in God’s mission rather than personal ambition.
Background of the programme and speaker
The Attempt Great Things Conference 2026 featured Rev. Stephen Wengam’s teaching on audacious faith and missionary service. As General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Wengam drew upon his personal leadership experience to address humility, faithfulness and the dangers of unhealthy ambition in ministry.
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