The President of Soul Revival and Outreach Ministry (SROM), Albert Dela Amedzro, has urged churches to encourage reading habits among Christian youth in the country.
This, he argued, would cultivate discipline in homes and help overcome distractions such as social media overuse.
He made the call at the launch of 400 Morning Vitamins, his devotional book, in Accra.
The event drew ministers, traditional leaders, a former Member of Parliament for South Tongu, Kobla Mensah Woyome, and community members, who celebrated the book’s spiritual guidance and practical lessons.
“Books are tools that enable believers to strengthen their faith, develop their spiritual capacity, and engage meaningfully with daily challenges. Reading also strengthens spiritual capacity and equips believers for daily challenges,” Mr Amedzro said.
He also encouraged churches and pastors to adopt book writing, adding that “writing books creates a lasting legacy and encourages a culture of reflection among believers.”
Benefits
For his part, Mr Woyome, who reviewed the book, highlighted the practical benefits of incorporating devotional literature into daily life.
He portrayed reading as a form of spiritual preparation, providing focus and clarity before undertaking studies, work, or personal responsibilities.
“This book helps you to navigate the challenges and the tests that come your way,” he said. He added that consistent engagement with scripture equipped believers to confront life’s difficulties with confidence and resilience.
Roles
In an interview with the Daily Graphic, the Poribon Mawere Hene of Amanokrom, Nana Agyei Obrempong I, also encouraged Christians to view reading as a legacy-building exercise.
He linked the practice of writing and reading books to the preservation of knowledge and faith for future generations.
“I urge the communities and church members to support ministers and families in nurturing reading habits in our youth.
Other ministers should adopt book writing so that the generation coming after them will have something we call memory because of their book writing,” he stated.
A branch pastor at Calvary Salvation Church, Stephen Foster Affum, also said that by creating routines that emphasised daily engagement with written texts, families would instil lasting habits that reinforce faith and understanding of God’s Word.
He encouraged families to prioritise scripture and Christian literature over distractions.
“It should start from the house. Early guidance ensures children carry these habits into adulthood,” he said.
Book launch
The launch of 400 Morning Vitamins illustrated that books remain vital instruments for spiritual growth, education, and empowerment.
The event reinforced that cultivating a reading culture is essential not only for personal faith but also for the development of communities and the continuity of Christian knowledge across generations.
The devotional, he explained, provides permanent access to daily reflections, ensuring that Christians have a reliable resource to guide their prayer life and faith journey.
Source:
www.graphic.com.gh
