{
  "id": 14791298,
  "title": "“About 80% of Ghanaian pastors have disappointed God” – Great Ampong",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/about-80-of-ghanaian-pastors-have-disappointed-god-great-ampong",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T20:59:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/about-80-of-ghanaian-pastors-have-disappointed-god-great-ampong/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Gospel artist Great Ampong has expressed disappointment in the conduct of Ghanaian pastors, suggesting that about 80% of them have strayed from God's expectations due to their focus on personal gain and disregard for others. The musician claims that many religious leaders show little concern for the struggles faced by others, as long as their own interests remain unharmed. This attitude, Ampong argues, has likely contributed to the rise of social problems in the country.\n\nAccording to Ampong, Ghanaian pastors are largely unconcerned and uncaring, provided that their predicaments do not come to light. He questions whether this apathetic attitude is rooted in cultural norms or individual behavior. The musician believes that this laxity in the church has led to a decline in its influence on people's lives, causing many to prefer engaging in vices and other non-church activities on Sundays rather than attending religious services.\n\nAmpong also expressed concern over the erosion of integrity in contemporary ministry, specifically pointing to the misuse of prophecies and claims of miracles. He suggests that some pastors fabricate prophetic announcements or miracle acts, only later revealing them to be staged performances. This, Ampong believes, damages the church's credibility and reduces public confidence in spiritual leadership.\n\nDespite these criticisms, Ampong maintains that the task of restoring Christianity's integrity is a collective responsibility, not solely the duty of pastors. He emphasizes that church members must also take a more proactive role in scrutinizing the teachings they receive. Ampong advises Christians to supplement sermons with personal Bible study, rather than uncritically accepting every message delivered from the pulpit. He warns that failing to independently examine scripture could lead believers to be misled spiritually.",
  "summary": "Gospel musician Great Ampong has criticised the growing lack of concern among some Ghanaian pastors, arguing that the pursuit of money and personal interests has overshadowed the core responsibility of winning souls. The musician said many religious leaders appear unconcerned about the difficulties facing others as long as they and their immediate circles are not […]",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Obinim’s utterances are disappointing – Great Ampong on divorce saga",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/obinims-utterances-are-disappointing-great-ampong-on-divorce-saga",
        "published": "2026-10-15T19:23:03.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}