It takes courage—and faith—to refuse. Refusal is an act of the will, the protest of the conscience, and the resolve of non-conformism. It is saying “No” or “No more” to gutless compliance or indifference. Daring to refuse is remedy to the epidemic of cowardly fear, it’s common sense in the civilization of the mindless, and the purest faith in the religion of compromises & fanaticism. Refuse to go along in order to get along. Refuse the prize that costs you nothing. Refuse to be bought or sold. “By faith Moses … REFUSED to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter, choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God…” (Hebrews 11:24-26). Refusal is a treasonable act in the democracy of the timid, ignorant, disloyal, or stupid. Dare to refuse!—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. 