Is this belief in a Divine Grace that has fostered Ghanaians spiritual connection and shaped their values and worldview?
Regarding Miss Joycelyn’s dialogue with the children, Adjeley realised that she often has trouble understanding why Ghanaians often attribute their success and achievements to the; ‘Grace of God.’ Since the phrase ‘By “The Grace of God’ was becoming unbelievably frustrating for her, she decided to ask Miss Joycelyn to communicate her thoughts on how Ghanaians could attribute their achievements and success to a ‘Divine Grace’ and not their own actions and efforts.
Miss Joycelyn walked toward Adjeley. ‘I heard you have a question to ask me. Yes, Adjeley said. What are your views in the belief in a divine Grace that has fostered Ghanaians spiritual connection and shaped their values and worldview?Â
You want to know why Ghanaians attribute their achievements and successes to a divine Grace and not their own actions and efforts? They both looked at each other.
Miss Joycelyn made a choice and said; Ghanaians often attribute their successes and achievements to the Grace of God. This belief reflects the deep religious faith that is prevalent in Ghanaian society.
Ghanaians believe that God’s favour and blessings play a significant role in their lives, guiding and protecting them through various challenges and opportunities. This perspective has encouraged their sense of humility, gratitude, and reliance on God’s divine intervention.
I already know this, because I have been following my college friends in school and I know they do respond “Nyame Adom” or “By his Grace” to any greetings and questions concerning their welfare. They even view their accomplishments as a result of God’s grace, not recognizing that their own efforts alone may not be sufficient.
Why aren’t Ghanaians believing in acting to achieve their goals?
Miss Joycelyn:
This Ghanaian belief in “Divine Grace” has fostered their spiritual connection and shaped their values and worldviews.
- Ghanaians have never attributed their achievements and successes to their own actions and efforts for various reasons. Firstly, it can be the reflection of their lack of self-confidence and belief in their abilities.
- By acknowledging their success to their own efforts, they feel a sense of powerlessness and control of a devil and witches.
Thirdly attributing success to their own actions seems to be a way to take responsibility and ownership for every outcome, which they feel, it limit them to believe in God’s Grace. It implies that they don’t believe in having direct influence on the result and highlights their individual selves in achieving their goals.
Additionally, the Ghanaian society often doesn’t value traits such as hard work, determination, and resilience. By attributing success to their own efforts, Ghanaians receive recognition, such as witchcraft, or arrogant individuals.Â
However, it’s important to note that success is often influenced by a combination of factors, including external circumstances, such as support from others, and fortune. While personal effort plays a significant role, it’s essential to recognize and appreciate the contributions of others and external factors as well.
Besides, it is wise to tell you a story about a young man named Kofi Kinaata. He grew up in Takoradi in Effiakuma, a modest neighbourhood in the western region of Ghana, where the opportunities for success appeared limited. However, he possessed an unwavering determination and a deep belief in his own abilities.
From a young age, Kofi set ambitious goals for himself. He dreamed of becoming a renowned Musician who will write his own song to communicate with his people who must be fishermen to stop polluting the sea.
Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, Kofi never lost sight of his aspirations.
He worked tirelessly to excel academically at Nana Brempong Yaw school and completed his secondary education at the Takoradi Technical Institute.
He spent countless hours studying, conducting research, and pushing himself beyond his limits. He sought out mentors who could guide him on his path of music and learned from their expertise. Kofi’s dedication and passion for learning were evident to everyone around him.
As Kofi progressed through his academic journey, he encountered moments of self-doubt and external scepticism. Some people, even his own father, doubted his ability to succeed in his music career, citing his humble background and limited resources. However, Kofi refused to let those opinions define him.
He embraced challenges as opportunities for growth and persisted through adversity. Kofi saw setbacks as valuable learning experiences, using them to refine her skills and knowledge. He developed a resilient mindset, constantly pushing himself to overcome obstacles.
Through his hard work, Kofi achieved remarkable academic success. And just after high school, Koji participated in the Melody FM ( Kasahari ) rap competition and emerged the second runner-up in 2008.
The,, he immersed himself in research, collaborating with esteemed producers and made significant contributions to his first single “Obi Ne Ba”.
As Kofi’s musical breakthroughs gained recognition, he was often asked about the key to her success. With humility and gratitude, Kofi attributed his achievements to her own actions and efforts.
He acknowledged the support he received along the way but emphasised that his unwavering determination, perseverance, and relentless pursuit of excellence were the driving forces behind his accomplishments.
Kofi’s story serves as a powerful reminder that individuals can shape their destinies by taking ownership of their actions and believing in their own abilities. His journey inspires others to embrace their dreams, overcome challenges, and attribute their success to the power of their own actions which Ghanaians fail to recognize and attribute it to “Onyame Adom” or “By his Grace.”
