The Youth Week celebration is over. We prayed, sang with conviction, and declared the theme with one united voice: “Unleashed to Go and Tell.” The words echoed across our Assemblies and online platforms, filling our hearts with hope and purpose.
It was truly refreshing to see the creativity that accompanied the week. Through skits, videos, music, and social media campaigns, our young people demonstrated that the Church is full of gifted and visionary minds. You proved that evangelism can be both powerful and innovative.
But now that the celebration has ended, what next?
It is easy to be swept away by the excitement of a spiritual gathering and then fall back into silence when the programme is over. When that happens, the theme becomes just a slogan; something we remember fondly but fail to live out. Yet, Christ’s call to “Go and Tell” was never meant to end with a celebration. It is a life-long mandate for every believer.
The Lord expects His young people to speak of Him with confidence. Around us are many who are wounded, confused, and searching for meaning. Some are trapped in sin, others in despair. The message you carry, the Gospel, is the light someone has been waiting for. Do not keep it hidden.
Let the fire kindled during Youth Week burn beyond the church walls.
Speak of Christ wherever you go; in your homes, classrooms, offices, markets, and communities. Go to the ghettos, the lorry stations, and even the quiet corners of your neighborhood. Share your testimony with courage. Let your light shine before all people.
The strength you felt last week was not meant to fade. It was given so you can keep the flame of witness alive. When the Church calls for rallies or house-to-house evangelism, do not stay behind. November is Aggressive Evangelism Month, an opportunity to act on what we declared during Youth Week.
Jesus is counting on you. The Church believes in you. Do not disappoint the Lord who has trusted you with this sacred task.
Arise and shine! Reach out and take over!
Written by Pastor Paul Odai Laryea, Danquah Worship Centre
