The incredible transformation of Isaac Yaw Ofosu is a living testimony to the power of the Gospel to redeem and restore even the most broken lives, as asserted in 2 Corinthians 5:17, “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation…”
At just 33 years old, Yaw had spent over 15 years battling addiction. Hooked on marijuana, tramadol, cigarettes, alcohol, and other substances, he lived a life marked by pain, isolation, and hopelessness. His erratic lifestyle earned him the nickname ‘Abodam,’ meaning ‘madness.’ Being homeless for years, Yaw was forced to sleep in a deserted poultry farm and later outside a drinking spot in Tabora, a suburb of Accra.
God’s Divine Intervention
Through the dedicated efforts of the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) team of the Nii Okaiman District of The Church of Pentecost, Yaw encountered the transformative love of Jesus Christ. During one of HUM’s outreach programmes in the ghettos, he surrendered his life to Christ and was baptised in water shortly after.
Following his conversion, he was admitted to the Christian Rehabilitation Centre, Salem, led by Deaconess Eunice Johnson (retd). There, Yaw received spiritual care, counselling, and strong family support. Over time, he experienced healing, growth, and restoration.
In December 2024, Yaw was joyfully discharged from the rehabilitation centre. He later joined the Nii Okaiman District in a moving thanksgiving service, accompanied by his mother, siblings, and extended family members – many of whom were overwhelmed with gratitude and joy at the visible change in his life.
Today, Isaac Yaw Ofosu is a free man, having been delivered from addiction and restored in Christ. He is now undergoing training as an apprentice at a poultry farm, with dreams of starting his own business in the near future.
From ‘Abodam’ to a beloved child of God, Yaw’s story is a powerful reminder that no one is beyond the reach of God’s redeeming love.
Special appreciation goes to the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, and the Executive Council for instituting the HUM ministry. It continues to be a game changer – bringing hope, healing, and purpose to many lost and forgotten individuals across the nation.
Report by HUM Media Team
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