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Former Malawian president Lazarus Chakwera preaches in Ghana

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Former Malawian president Lazarus Chakwera preaches in Ghana

Lazarus Chakwera, former president of Malawi and an Assemblies of God minister, preached at a celebration at Cedar Mountain Chapel International in Ghana. The appearance marks his return to the pulpit after the end of his presidential term, as part of his religious activities, Nyasa Times reports.

Former Malawian president Lazarus Chakwera, also an Assemblies of God minister, preached at a Thanksgiving and Sheba Day celebration at Cedar Mountain Chapel International in Ghana, Nyasa Times reports.

Invited as preacher for the church’s first service, Chakwera urged worshippers to give glory to God rather than to human achievements. His sermon was based on the theme “Not unto us, Lord”, from Psalm 115:1. Cedar Mountain Chapel International belongs to the Assemblies of God in Ghana, whose senior pastor, Stephen Wengam, also holds a leadership role within the denomination.

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