The Presiding Bishop, in his Christmas message to the nation, said the celebration of the birth of the Saviour invited believers to contemplate the incarnation of God taking on human form in Jesus Christ, which he described as the deepest expression of divine love.
He said the Christian faith must be evident in conduct shaped by fairness, compassion and a steadfast commitment to humanity.

Rev. Prof Asamoah-Gyadu said as the apostle Paul teaches, “Though He was in the form of God. He did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant (Philippians 2:5-7).”

“In the Child of Bethlehem, God stoops low to lift humanity up. His humility becomes the pattern for our discipleship, reminding us that true greatness in God’s Kingdom is found in service,” he said.
He said the world continued to grapple with selfishness, fear and the pursuit of personal gain, and that Christmas called believers back to the heart of the Gospel.

He said it was to show compassion where there was pain, uphold righteousness where injustice prevailed, and offer hope where despair threatened.
He recalled John the Baptist’s exhortation to share what they had, act with fairness, and uphold the dignity of all, saying this call to righteousness extended to responsible stewardship of God’s creation.

He described the destruction of lands, polluted waters and threatened futures caused by illegal 
mining (galamsey) as a painful sign of prioritising short-term gain over God’s long-term vision for human flourishing.
He said Christians were called to reject actions that harmed creation and instead promote sustainable livelihoods that honoured both people and God’s trust.

Touching on rising conflict, harsh political rhetoric and social divisions, the Presiding Bishop said Christmas invited believers to be active peacemakers.

He urged the Methodist family and the public to nurture the humility of Christ in their hearts and homes to disarm greed, foster reconciliation, and build understanding.
He called on the Church and all who heard the message to allow the light of Christ to illuminate homes, communities and the nation, and to use the season to renew dedication to serving one another, strengthening the weak, promoting peace and standing for truth.

“For whenever we serve humanity, we honour the God who first served us in Christ Jesus,” he said.
He prayed that the joy of the Christ Child would fill hearts and that His humility would guide the conduct of all.