Accra, Ghana – A powerful sermon by Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, has ignited passionate discussions across social media platforms after he urged congregants to reject abortion—even in cases of unplanned pregnancy.
In a now-viral video capturing a segment of his recent sermon, Apostle Nyamekye spoke candidly about his personal experience raising a large family, revealing that he was once the subject of ridicule among fellow pastors for fathering six children.
“When I gave birth to my sixth child, I overheard you pastors gossiping about me,” he recalled. “Someone even told me that ‘when you have too many children like that, it even disturbs your ministry.’ But I am still standing here.”
Despite criticism, Nyamekye firmly dismissed the notion that having many children compromises one’s ministry or financial stability, stating: “The God that can take care of one will take care of the tenth.”
A Clarion Call Against Abortion
While clarifying that he was not advocating for excessively large families, the Pentecost leader made his position on abortion unmistakably clear—calling it an “abominable act.”
“I’m not saying that go 20, go 30. But I want to challenge you. Don’t kill your baby once you fall pregnant. Don’t worry about it,” he urged. “Don’t do that which is an abominable act. So, you can save money to build a house? Can you compare a house to a human being?”
He further encouraged young people to practise safe sex, but warned against terminating pregnancies under any circumstance.
“Stay safe. But if for any reason you fall pregnant, give birth cleanly,” he advised.
Public Reactions: Applause and Concern
The sermon has triggered a wave of responses online. Supporters have praised Apostle Nyamekye’s bold pro-life stance, commending his consistency with Biblical values and reverence for the sanctity of life.
However, critics argue that the message oversimplifies the complex socio-economic realities many face, especially in a country where youth unemployment and cost of living continue to rise.
“He’s speaking from a place of privilege,” one social media user wrote. “Not everyone has the means to raise a child, let alone six.”
Others applauded his reminder on the spiritual weight of life and responsibility, even as they called for more practical support systems for struggling families.
A Broader Conversation
Apostle Nyamekye’s remarks come at a time when conversations around reproductive rights, family planning, and moral leadership are intensifying globally and locally. Ghana, while maintaining conservative stances on abortion, continues to grapple with unplanned pregnancies among youth and the accessibility of safe reproductive health services.
As the debate continues, one thing is certain—Apostle Nyamekye has once again positioned himself as a bold voice within Ghana’s religious landscape, challenging both pulpit and pew to rethink life, responsibility, and faith.
