Female gospel musician Celetine Donkor has advised young people not to allow the luxury enjoyed by some celebrities to influence their life choices.
The musician bemoaned the situation where some young people allow the life choices of others, particularly celebrities, to influence their lifestyle.
Celestine Donkor said it is prudent for young people to live within their means, avoid spending lavishly, and engage in activities that will compromise their integrity and general well-being. She said she was worried that some young people are living above their financial strength, and because of that, they are engaging in all forms of ungodly activities just so they can keep up with their lavish lifestyles.
She said some of the celebrities we see on social media splashing their luxury in our faces are going through challenges.
“If you see someone as your role model, it is not easy for them. It is challenging for everyone, so don’t have the perception that it is all rosy for your celebrities. Some of them are struggling and growing through difficulties. It is just by the grace of God that they are surviving.
They have been through a lot, so don’t think that they got famous overnight.”
She told host Sokoohemaa Kukua that “the pressure is too much. When you examine the salary of some people and the expectations of society, I don’t know where these people expect these young people to be living in single-room, self-contained apartments with all the equipment: washing machines, paying light bills, and holding iPhones. What source of money are they using to service all these things? Let’s take it easy on these young people.
And to you, the young people, don’t kill yourselves; you don’t owe anyone an explanation for what is going on in your life. Stay with God, speak with God, be consistent, and I promise you that in the next five years, you will testify of God’s goodness. Live a simple life, and don’t be moved by what your favourite celebrities do. Stay in God and see what God will do in your life.”
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
