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Apostle Daniel Yeboah Nsaful, the Old Tafo Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, has asserted that the name ‘Jesus’ possesses immense power to perform extraordinary and miraculous deeds. While speaking at the morning session of the ‘Kenyase For Christ Crusade’ being organised by the New Tafo Area on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at the Kenyase Central Assembly auditorium, he preached on the topic, “In the Name of Jesus Christ,” highlighting the transformative nature of Jesus’ name. Referencing scriptures such as Acts 3:6, Mark 16:17, and Philippians 2:9-11, Apostle Nsaful explained that names primarily serve as identifiers. However, he emphasised that the name of Jesus not only identifies but also facilitates miracles and great works. He illustrated this with the story of the lame ma...

A poignant memorial service was held today, Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the Jubilee Park in Koforidua, to honor the life and legacy of the late Pastor Fred Tete Obuobi, a retired minister of The Church of Pentecost and father of the General Secretary, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi. The event, very well-attended, was a moment of reflection, gratitude, and celebration of a life dedicated to God’s service and the growth of the Church. The service was chaired by Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost in the presence of numerous ministers, both active and retired, who gathered to pay their respects. Tributes were read by family members and the Church, each speaking to the profound impact the late Pastor Obuobi had on their lives, as well as the ministry. Pastor Fred T...

The National Secretary of The Church of Pentecost in the USA, Apostle Johnny Ansah, has called on all Christians to serve God with all their possessions and gifts. Drawing inspiration from 1 Chronicles 29:12-14, Apostle Ansah highlighted the example of King David, who, despite being restrained by God from building the temple himself, remained passionate about praising and serving God through his son Solomon. Apostle Ansah emphasized that everything Christians possess is a blessing from God and that they are merely caretakers and custodians of these blessings. He reminded the congregation that God is the owner of everything, and their role is to manage these resources faithfully and prudently. This perspective is crucial for understanding stewardship and the responsibility that com...

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost and President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has affirmed that the Church is not intended to be a haven for passive attendees, often referred to as ‘pew warmers.’ Instead, he emphasised, the Church is a hub for nurturing kingdom-minded disciples, who are equipped to serve as transformative agents in every sphere of life. Apostle Nyamekye made these remarks on November 15, 2024, at the ongoing November Heads’ meeting, while delivering a presentation on the theme: “The Characteristics of the Church Unleashed,” using Matthew 16:18-19 as one of his foundational texts. He articulated that, much like ancient Israel, the Church has been divinely positioned as an instrument to fulfil God’s ultimate pu...

The Koforidua Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Mike Etrue, has emphasised the importance of waiting upon God through fasting and prayer as a crucial discipline for Christians across all generations. Speaking on Thursday, November 15, 2024, at the 2024 Heads and Wives Meeting held at the Pentecost Convention Centre, the Executive Council Member of the Church highlighted that this ancient practice, grounded in biblical teachings, offers a profound way to deepen one’s relationship with God and empower individuals for ministry. He noted that waiting upon God is not a new concept; it has been a cornerstone of Christian spirituality since the early days of the Church. He pointed out that Jesus Himself frequently secluded Himself to wait on God, illustrating the importance of t...

Apostle Dr. Benjamin Debrah, the Sweden National Head of The Church of Pentecost, has encouraged Christians to stay connected to the world around them to glorify Christ in the public sphere. During his address on the topic “Living Your Faith in the Public Sphere” on Day 3 of the 2024 Heads’ Fasting and Prayer Meeting being held at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC) near Gomoa Fetteh, Apostle Debrah emphasised that every Christian is a citizen of heaven, chosen by God, and has the authority of Christ to represent Him in every aspect of life. He urged Christians to bridge the gap between Sunday worship and daily life, highlighting that there should be no distinction between how Christians live on Sundays and throughout the week. “Most of a Christian’s time is spent in the workpla...

The immediate past General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Alexander Kumi-Larbi, has emphasized the urgent need to revitalize worship and fellowship within the local church. He made this statement while speaking on Day 3 (morning session) of the 2024 Heads and Wives Meeting at the Pentecost Convention Centre. Drawing from Psalm 122:1, Acts 2:42-47, Acts 4:32, and Ephesians 2:9, Apostle Kumi-Larbi, who spoke on "Revitalizing Worship and Fellowship in the Local Assembly," outlined a comprehensive approach to restoring the vibrancy and purpose of church life. The former chief scribe stressed that every church, regardless of its current state, needs revitalization to maintain its health and missional energy. According to him, this process involves positioning the loca...

The immediate past International Missions Director (IMD) of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Gyesi-Addo (rtd.), has fervently tasked all Christians to waste no time in telling the world about Jesus Christ, the mighty to save. Speaking on the topic "Unleashed to Save the Never-Dying Soul," one of the thematic topics for the 2025 theme, Apostle Gyesi-Addo emphasized that the ‘Possessing the Nations’ agenda focuses on the conversion of societies, but that is not possible without the conversion of individuals (souls). “Converting people, from our perspective, begins with sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with them. Saving the never-dying soul is in line with our transformation agenda,” he observed. He pointed out that the name of Jesus Christ is the only name that saves, and...

Apostle Samuel Gyau Oboubi, the General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, has charged Christians, particularly members of the church to live their lives for eternal rewards. He gave this charge while delivering a sermon on Wednesday, November 12, 2024, at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC) in Gomoah Fetteh during the November Heads and Wives meeting. Delivering an exposition on one of the thematic areas under the 2025 theme, "Living for Eternal Rewards," Apostle Oboubi explained that rewards are blessings or benefits one receives in recognition of good or excellent service, effort, or achievement. He revealed that, according to scripture, God rewards everything people do, no matter how insignificant they may perceive it. According to him, there are two kinds of rewards f...

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has unveiled the 2025 theme for the Church: “Unleashed to Live a Life Worthy of Your Calling,” taken from Ephesians 4:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:7, and Galatians 1:24. In explaining the theme, which was unveiled at the 2024 November Head’s Meeting underway at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, Apostle Nyamekye emphasised that Christians are God’s special possession with a divine mandate to enact change in the world. He stated that the Church exists to reveal the glory of God to all generations. Highlighting the continuity of themes aimed at achieving Vision 2028, Chairman Nyamekye noted that the unleashed people of God must lead lives that reflect their calling in the world. He...