Destiny is shaped in moments of decision. Shortly before their wedding, a young betrothed lady becomes pregnant. Her fiancée was not the father. To marry her will leave lingering questions about trust and the child’s paternity. What if he wants her but not the pregnancy? To not marry her could bring society’s shame, rejection, and possible execution for adultery. Were her life to be spared, she’d have to raise the child alone without financial support. What was their decision? She kept the pregnancy. He courageously married her. After delivery, he adopted the child “and called His name Jesus” (Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 2:1-21). The rest is history. Life poses many challenges and dilemmas. Choose rightly today; the world’s destiny may hang on your decision.—Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
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SAMUEL KORANTENG-PIPIM,PH.D. , is a US-based Ghanaian author, inspirational speaker, leadership trainer, and an advocate for youth empowerment. He was trained in engineering and systematic theology, and has authored more than twenty books. They include his bestselling works Hope Through the Dark, Six More Chances, Healed Wounds but Ugly Scars, and Patience in the Midst of Trials and Afflictions. Dr. Pipim currently directs two Centers for Leadership Development known as EAGLES (Empowerment & Advisory Group for Leadership, Excellence, & Service) and ANANSE (African Network & Advisory for Needed Services & Excellence). www.EAGLESonline.org. He also serves as a special consultant on Bible projects for Remnant Publications. 