The General Overseer of Action Chapel International, Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams, has endorsed a directive by Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah, Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, calling on prophets to submit their prophecies for review before making them public.
Speaking on Channel One TV’s Point of View, Archbishop Duncan-Williams described the proposal as biblically sound and a prudent measure to protect believers from misleading or fear-driven pronouncements.
He emphasized that prophecy must be approached with caution, especially when it relates to national matters.
“I agree with it. It is a good initiative because the Bible says, ‘let two prophesy and let the others judge.’ This means we have the right to evaluate prophecy and carry out due diligence,” he said.
He added, “All prophecy is conditional, even the coming of the Lord. We must pray for it to occur, and God, in His wisdom, may act to prevent deception. Every prophecy must be carefully examined, and we must understand that God operates in twos. With two or three witnesses, every word is established.”
The directive by Mr Afriyie-Ankrah, who coordinates interfaith and ecumenical relations under President John Dramani Mahama’s administration, seeks to ensure that prophetic statements related to politics, public safety, or national affairs are properly vetted before public release.
The initiative aims to promote accountability within the prophetic ministry and curb sensational or alarmist declarations that may unsettle the public.
By supporting the review process, Archbishop Duncan-Williams also encouraged religious leaders to prioritise teaching, foster discernment among congregants, and ensure that prophetic ministry remains grounded in sound biblical doctrine.
