Joseph Attoh 
The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr Eric Nyamekye, has urged Christians to make every effort to guard their good name, stressing that reputation, character, and integrity are far more valuable than riches or social status.
He made these remarks on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC)–Trasacco in Accra, during a thanksgiving service held to commemorate the 60th birthday of Ghana’s Chief of Staff, Hon. Julius Debrah.
Speaking on the topic, “Importance of a Name,” Apostle Dr Nyamekye explained that a name is not merely a label for identification, but a representation of a person’s character, reputation, and legacy.
Referencing Psalm 8:1, he stated that the name of Jesus carries royalty and lofty dignity, adding that believers must pay close attention to their own names by living lives worthy of honour.
According to him, God’s act of naming Adam and giving him authority to name creation demonstrates the divine importance attached to names.
The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) President stressed that a name must be jealously guarded because it embodies the essence of a person.
“Your name is not just for identification. All that a person is, is vested in his or her name,” he said, adding that when a person’s name is destroyed, the person is equally affected.
Quoting Psalm 23:3 and Proverbs 22:1, he urged believers not to be careless with their reputation, noting that a good name is more desirable than riches, education, social status, or wealth.
“There are matters money cannot settle in life. Good health, peace, wisdom, and above all, a good name are more desirable than riches,” he stressed.
He further explained that a good name serves as purchasing power and security, citing God’s promise to Abraham in Genesis 12:2 that greatness of name brings blessings not only to the individual but also to others.
Apostle Dr Nyamekye also pointed out that names often outlive their bearers, noting that a good name remains one of the greatest legacies a person can leave behind.
Giving practical steps to building a good name, he urged Christians to embrace sacrifice, discipline, humility, love, faithfulness, and the fear of God.
He encouraged believers to care for the poor and vulnerable, avoid lies and wicked speech, pursue diligence, administer justice, and consistently work for the welfare of others.
Drawing lessons from Mordecai in Esther 10:3, he noted that Mordecai was highly esteemed because he worked for the good of his people and spoke for their welfare.
Apostle Dr Nyamekye concluded by reminding the congregation that a good name remains one of the greatest legacies a person can leave behind, calling on all believers to live lives that preserve honour and bring glory to God.
Present at the service were H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic; H.E. Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, Vice President of the Republic; Hon. Julius Debrah and his wife, Mrs. Victoria Debrah; Hon. Doe Adjaho, Chairman of the Council of State; as well as other government officials, business leaders, and senior church leaders.
Also present were key church leaders, including Apostle Vincent Anane Denteh, PEMEM Director; Apostle Emmanuel Kwesi Appiah, Evangelism Director; Apostle Martin Seth Appiah, Madina Area Head; Apostle Alexander Nana Yaw Kumi-Larbi, Ashaiman Area Head; Apostle Ebenezer Agyapong, Minister In-charge of E-Church; Apostle Benedict Eghan, Personal Assistant to the Chairman; Prophet Kwesi Asante Annor, Resident Minister of PIWC Trasacco, and Pastor Dr Felix Dela Klutse, Director of Pent Media Centre.
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