Protect God’s Creation or Lose Its Blessings – Rev. Appiah-Kubi Warns Against Environmental Neglect

Protect God’s Creation or Lose Its Blessings – Rev. Appiah-Kubi Warns Against Environmental Neglect

Rev. Samuel Appiah-Kubi of the Christ Apostolic Church, Buokrom Estate, has called on government authorities, stakeholders, and citizens to take urgent and collective action to protect Ghana’s environment, warning that continued neglect could have dire consequences for future generations.

Delivering his New Year message during the church’s 31st Night service, which was witnessed by Loyal News Ghana, Rev. Appiah-Kubi reminded Ghanaians that the land and everything in it belongs to God, with human beings serving only as caretakers.

According to him, failing to protect God’s creation while claiming to worship Him is meaningless.

He expressed deep concern over the destruction of water bodies and farmlands, stressing that environmental degradation threatens the very blessings people seek from God.
“Our rivers are being destroyed, our lands are being degraded, and yet we claim to worship God. Worship without protecting His creation is empty,” he stated.

Rev. Appiah-Kubi noted that environmental destruction, particularly through illegal mining (galamsey), has persisted for too long and requires a new and decisive approach. He warned that if urgent measures are not taken, Ghana could face a severe water crisis in the near future.
“If care is not taken, in a few years Ghanaians may be begging other countries for water, and that will be a national disaster,” he cautioned.

He urged authorities to make 2026 a turning point, where clear policies and strong enforcement mechanisms are implemented to restore polluted water bodies and protect natural resources. He also emphasized that environmental laws must be applied fairly, without favoritism.
“The laws should not punish some people while others go scot-free. Both lawmakers and citizens must obey the same rules governing mining and environmental protection,” he said.

Rev. Appiah-Kubi further stressed that the fight against galamsey cannot succeed if those entrusted with authority are themselves involved in illegal mining activities.

He concluded by warning that the consequences of today’s environmental neglect will be borne most heavily by future generations, urging leaders to act responsibly now to safeguard Ghana’s natural heritage.
“What we are seeing today, our children and generations yet unborn are the ones who will suffer most,” he added.