Joseph Attoh 
A ladder is commonly known as a simple tool that helps people reach heights they cannot attain on their own. Beyond its physical function, however, it also offers a profound metaphor for the Christian life. Just as a ladder provides access to higher places, believers are called to serve as spiritual channels through which others encounter God. Scripture presents this image clearly in Jacob’s dream, where a ladder set upon the earth reached into heaven and angels ascended and descended upon it (Genesis 28:12). This was not merely a dream but a revelation of God’s desire to maintain open connection with humanity. Jesus later identifies Himself as the true fulfillment of that ladder, declaring that heaven would be opened over the Son of Man (John 1:51). Through Him alone, humanity finds access to the Father (John 14:6).
With Christ as the ultimate Ladder, believers share in the responsibility of extending His reach to the world. As His body on earth, we are called to be “truthful ladders”; dependable conduits through which others can encounter Him. Just as any physical ladder must lean against a solid and immovable wall, the believer’s stability rests entirely on Christ, who is our firm foundation. Our spiritual integrity is shaped through faithful devotion to Scripture, prayer, and fellowship, ensuring that we can bear the weight of those seeking hope and direction. When anchored in Him, our lives become steady rungs the Holy Spirit uses to guide searching souls toward salvation.
A ladder with a weak or compromised structure is not only ineffective but dangerous. It gives the illusion of safety while posing the risk of collapse. In the same way, a Christian whose foundation is not Christ becomes vulnerable to the pressures of life and the temptations of the world. Such instability undermines their witness and jeopardises their own spiritual wellbeing, a warning Scripture does not treat lightly (1 Corinthians 9:27). The call to be a truthful ladder therefore demands spiritual vigilance, intentional growth, and unwavering dependence on God.
The Apostle Paul captured the heart of this responsibility when he urged believers to imitate him as he imitated Christ (1 Corinthians 11:1). This invitation reflects the boldness of a life aligned with God, one that others can safely follow. It is often easier to preach at a distance than to demonstrate Christ-like character among those who know us well. Yet our most compelling testimony is the consistency of our daily lives, lived with integrity, humility, and love. When our character mirrors Christ, our lives naturally invite others to draw near to Him.
Believers carry a sacred calling to stand as truthful ladders between a searching world and the saving grace of God. May we hold firmly to Christ, grow in integrity, and allow our lives to guide others upward toward Him. Shalom.
Written by Mr. Felix Amanfo, Assistant Local Teens Coordinator (Safo Assembly – Kotobadi District)
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Joseph Otsibah 
