By Gloria Anderson
The Global Chief Executive Officer of the Lausanne Movement, Dr Michael Oh, has called on Christians to actively represent Christ in their various professions, stressing that the mission of spreading the gospel goes beyond the pulpit.
Speaking at a two-day strategic leadership engagement summit organized by the Lausanne Movement Ghana in Accra, Dr Oh emphasized that global evangelization requires the participation of all believers, not just ordained ministers.
The summit, themed “Kingdom Impact in Every Sphere of Society,” brought together Christian leaders and professionals to discuss ways of integrating faith and leadership across different sectors of society. Dr Oh was accompanied by retired U.S. Army General Jerry White during the visit.
According to Dr Oh, the gathering sought to strengthen partnerships among Christian professionals while mobilizing believers to advance the gospel through their daily work.
“It is important for Christians to represent Christ in their respective fields. It’s not just for the two percent of ordained ministers,” he said, urging the remaining 98 percent of believers in the workforce to see themselves as part of the mission.
The summit also served as part of preparations for the Lausanne Movement Workplace Forum for Africa and the Middle East, scheduled to take place in Accra from August 6 to 9, 2026.
In his remarks, the President of the Ghana Evangelical Missions Association and Chair of the Lausanne Movement Ghana, Rev Dr Godwin Ahlijah, stressed the importance of building the capacity of Ghana’s workforce through Christ-like leadership.
He explained that nurturing ethical leadership qualities would help shape workplaces characterized by morality, discipline, and integrity.
Rev Ahlijah added that such transformation could positively influence the country’s development by creating a workforce driven by honesty, patriotism, and a commitment to national progress.
“Ghana needs leaders who prioritize the greater good over personal interests—leaders who will not think about their stomach,” he emphasized.
Also speaking at the summit, the International Director of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship International, George Prah, commended the Lausanne Movement for its dedication to global evangelism.
He noted that the movement’s inclusive approach has broadened the understanding that evangelism is a responsibility shared by all believers, regardless of their profession.
“The expectation is that all of us will be involved, coming together and sharing ideas and experiences to promote soul winning,” he said.
Meanwhile, the National Director of the Ghana Evangelism and Workplace Forum, Apostle Bryan Medoh, highlighted the significance of the upcoming workplace forum, noting that it will help bridge the gap between faith and professional life.
According to him, many Christians limit their faith to church activities and fail to apply Christian values in their workplaces.
“People see Christianity as something confined to the church walls,” he said. “They attend church on Sunday and appear holy, but when they step into their workplaces, they leave their faith behind.”
He explained that the forum aims to empower believers to discover their ministry within their professions and become witnesses of Christ wherever they work.
The summit also featured roundtable discussions focused on equipping participants to integrate faith into leadership and professional practice. Attendees included Lausanne associates, CEOs, entrepreneurs, marketplace professionals, ministry leaders, and other stakeholders committed to advancing Christian influence in society.
