Joseph Otsibah 
The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has issued a striking call to ministers and officers of the church, urging them to measure today’s commitment against the extraordinary sacrifices of the church’s forebears.
Addressing the Asante Region All Officers Retreat (Zonal Level) on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the A.T. Nartey Memorial Temple in Bantama, Kumasi, Apostle Obuobi delivered a sermon titled “The Selflessness of Our Forebears,” reminding the church that its global strength rests on a legacy of deep sacrifice, relentless prayer and uncompromising faith.
He recounted the lives of pioneers such as Pastor James McKeown, Apostle F.S. Safo, and Prophet M.K. Yeboah, explaining that these men walked long distances, crossed rivers on foot, prayed through nights, lived in modest conditions, and refused privileges that were rightfully theirs. He noted that many of them retired without personal houses, some had no biological children, and others declined honorariums or returned houses built for them, choosing to live and die for Christ rather than for comfort.
Apostle Obuobi further stressed that the ministries of these forebears were vibrant long before they travelled or received public recognition because their spiritual foundations were firmly rooted in holiness, humility, teamwork, and a deep hunger for the Holy Spirit. Their labour, he said, was driven by a strong conviction in the imminent return of Christ, leading them to work tirelessly for souls. These sacrifices, he emphasized, have become the pillars sustaining the church today.
He cautioned that the modern church risks drifting into convenience-driven Christianity, entertainment-focused ministry, and a weakening of spiritual depth if today’s leaders fail to rise to the standards set by earlier generations. According to him, Satan is still active, making it necessary for ministers and officers to return to prayer, holiness, mentorship of the youth, faith, and sacrificial giving so that the gospel does not lose its power in their hands.
Apostle Obuobi encouraged officers to rediscover the servant-hearted approach of the early church and to embrace the responsibility of carrying the legacy forward. He concluded by reminding them that their forefathers gave everything for the gospel and challenged them to consider whether they were willing to do the same.
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