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By Rev. Hedwig Naa Tolloo QUIST Ghana’s struggle with currency instability continues to shape our national conversation. While policymakers and economists debate financial discipline, and currency value addition we must remember that sustainable economic stability is not only a financial or policy issue. It is also a moral and ethical issue. The value of a nation’s currency ultimately mirrors the values of its people. When honesty, discipline, stewardship, and the fear of God, become national habits, they create an environment where economic systems can thrive. Conversely, when corruption, waste, deliberate plundering of resources, destruction to the environment, and short-term thinking dominate, even the most sophisticated policies collapse. The moral foundation of economic stability The strength of a nation’s currency is not measured only by its reserves but by the integrity and productivity of its citizens. A reset is needed. Yes, but we must reset first, by the renewal of our mind. A reset that prioritises righteousness, responsibility, and public accountability. The Bible reminds us that; “Whoever is greedy for unjust gain troubles his own household, but he who hates bribes will live.” (Proverbs 15:27). Trust, integrity, and stewardship are the invisible pillars of lasting prosperity. As a faith-based community, we recognise that values drive systems. Ethical leadership in faith-based, public and private sectors produces growth. Without moral, and spiritual discipline, financial discipline is unsustainable. The church as a partner in national development Faith-based organisations like the Methodist Church Ghana are not mere observers of national affairs. With presence in Societies across towns and villages, we are positioned as a strategic partner in shaping character, skills, and social behaviour. Through education, vocational training, and entrepreneurship programmes, we continue to invest and equip our members with integrity, diligence, and responsibility. Our schools, hospitals, community initiatives, and most importantly, human resources demonstrate that spirituality and socio-economic development are not competing forces but complementary ones. People who are honest, industrious, and faithful will naturally strengthen the foundations of currency stability and national growth. Additional value through stewardship The conversation on “value addition” must go beyond production to include values. As stewards of God’s creation, we are called not merely to extract resources but to care and cultivate them responsibly. We must pursue environmentally Sustainable ventures and responsible use of natural resources, (the very resources that sustain us, without which we would be extinct). Ethics in Policy Making As John Wesley reminded us, “The gospel of Christ knows of no religion but social; no holiness but social holiness.” This call to live faith in the public sphere compels us to view economic reform as a moral and spiritual duty. The Church, therefore, calls for a moral lens in policy making, one that ensures transparency, fairness, and inclusion. Development must not leave the poor, and marginalised behind or exploit the vulnerable for that would be disdain towards God, our maker: As stated in Proverbs 14:31, whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker. A reset of Ghana’s currency and economic framework must include a reset of values. We must replace the culture of entitlement with a culture of excellence, the pursuit of quick profit with the pursuit of contentment, the urge to plunder the nation with the quest to preserve wealth for the next generation, and the spirit of dependency with the spirit of usefulness. Faith as an inspiration for stability Faith-based organisations are uniquely positioned to influence attitudes toward work, wealth, and responsible living. From the pulpits to classrooms, we strive to instill a sense of national duty and ethical conduct. Our teachings on stewardship and service are timeless economic lessons, reminding us that prosperity is sustained when guided by purpose and shared responsibility. When citizens respect laws, leaders act with care and honesty, and institutions operate transparently; investor confidence will grow, the economy will flourish, and ultimately, there will be a holistic transformation of society. As Ghana seeks to reset its economic trajectory, faith-based institutions stand ready to collaborate with government, business, and development partners in shaping a value-driven economy. True sustainability will come when economic policy is built on ethical practice, anchored by genuine spirituality,where work is viewed as service, leadership as stewardship, and wealth as a tool for the common good, not looting. Our call, therefore, is simple yet profound: let Ghana add moral value to its economic value. Let us strengthen not just our Cedi, but our collective conscience, and being. Only then can we achieve the kind of stability that endures beyond market cycles. A stability rooted in truth, discipline, and shared responsibility. Thy Kingdom Come O Lord. A thought on the theme for the 14th Ghana Economic Forum 2025: “Currency Value Addition – A Reset for Sustainable Economic Stability.” Rev. Hedwig Naa Tolloo Quist is the Director of Public Relations of The Methodist Church Ghana. She is passionate about Christ centred, and spirit led leadership for the holistic transformation of Society.
