The Founder and President of World Wide Miracle, Rev. Dr. Lawrence Tetteh, has urged fellow prophets to exercise discretion in delivering their prophetic messages, particularly as the 31st-night church services approach.
Emphasizing the sensitivity of private prophecies, he advised that such messages should be handled privately.
Speaking on TV3’s Hot Issue with Kemmini Amanor, Dr. Lawrence Tetteh cautioned against delivering doom prophecies, specifically those predicting death or accidents.
As prophets gear up to share their forecasts for 2024, he stressed the importance of handling certain prophecies privately.
In response to concerns about prophets causing fear through prophecies, the Police have reminded the public, especially the religious community, about the law on publishing false news.
The Police highlighted the need for compliance with the law and expressed appreciation for faith-based groups’ adherence to regulations, contributing to a society free from unnecessary panic and fear.
The Police statement urged religious communities to practice their faith within the legal framework, maintaining respect for the rights and freedoms of others and the public interest.
The directive, initially issued in 2021, led prophets like Nigel Gaisie to modify the delivery of their prophecies to align with police guidelines.
While Gaisie adhered to the directive in 2021, cautioning against death prophecies, he emphasized his commitment to prophesying with confidence and clarity.
However, other prophets, such as Rev. Owusu Bempah, expressed discontent with the directive, cautioning against enforcing laws on prophets and their activities in Ghana.
Rev. Owusu Bempah urged the Inspector General of Police not to touch pastors, preachers, and prophets, warning that such actions might have dire consequences for the nation.
He stressed the importance of leaving religious leaders to focus on their work and encouraged the government to address any illegalities directly.
These developments shed light on the ongoing dialogue between religious leaders and law enforcement regarding the delivery and regulation of prophetic messages in Ghana.