As Christian couples, it is significant to note that many people are yearning for living examples of people who live in harmony and radiate marital happiness and optimism. When we lead responsible and exemplary marital lives, we are able to influence both our neighbours' marriages and the future marriages of our children.

— Eric Nyamekye (b. 1965), Theologe und Chairman von The Church of Pentecost

Topics: Relationships & Family, Discipleship

Occasions: Wedding & Marriage

Eric Nyamekye

Eric Nyamekye (* 1965) ist ein ghanaischer Theologe und seit 2018 Gesamtvorsitzender der Church of Pentecost, einer der größten pfingstlichen Denominationen Westafrikas. Er steht für eine ganzheitliche gesellschaftliche Transformation durch engagierte Laien, geriet jedoch durch seinen vehementen Einsatz für restriktive Anti-LGBTQ+-Gesetze in Ghana in die Kritik von Menschenrechtsgruppen. Bibellesern begegnet er als einflussreiche Stimme des afrikanischen Christentums, der biblische Grundwerte und ethische Integrität im alltäglichen Berufs- und Lebensumfeld betont.

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