The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost and President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has reminded believers that true blessedness is found not in spiritual exploits, but in obedience to the Word of God.
He made this known today, June 20, 2025, during his presentation at the 2025 National Prayer Centre Leaders’ Seminar held at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh.
Speaking on the theme, “Blessed Are the Obedient,”Apostle Nyamekye drew his message from Luke 11:24–28 and challenged participants to reorient their focus from spiritual spectacle to spiritual substance—from gifts to godliness, and from power to personal obedience.
Reflecting on the role of Mary, the mother of Jesus, he clarified that although she was indeed blessed among women, she is not an object of worship. Citing Acts 1:12–14, he explained that Mary was present among the early believers in prayer, underscoring her place as part of the Church—not above it.
Apostle Nyamekye also highlighted Jesus’ authority over unclean spirits, referencing Mark 1:21–28, and emphasised that even beyond miracles, Jesus’ teachings revealed unmatched spiritual depth. “The depth of Jesus’ knowledge was just as astonishing as His miracles,” he noted.
According to him, while spiritual gifts like healing and deliverance are commendable, they do not define who is truly blessed. “The one who is blessed,” he stated, “is the one who hears God’s Word and obeys it.”
Quoting Matthew 7:21–28, he reminded the Church that not everyone who performs miracles or prophesies in Jesus’ name will enter the Kingdom. “The Kingdom belongs to those who do the will of the Father,” he stressed. He likened the obedient believer to a wise builder on solid rock, and the disobedient hearer to one building on sand.
He illustrated this further by comparing two believers under spiritual oppression. One may receive instant deliverance through a powerful prayer session, while another gains freedom gradually by consistently feeding on the Word of God. Both receive deliverance, but the latter emerges stronger, more grounded, and spiritually matured. “The simple Word of God, when obeyed, is powerful enough to break yokes,” he said.
Apostle Nyamekye cautioned against elevating spiritual gifts above Scripture. “No Church,” he warned, “is built on spiritual gifts. The Church is built on the sure foundation of God’s Word.”
He further advised that all believers, especially those who operate in spiritual gifts, must first identify as Christians—followers of Christ committed to living in obedience. He warned against spiritual pride, urging ministers to remain humble and grounded in the Word.
“Let us not confuse spiritual display with spiritual depth,” he concluded. “The truly blessed are not just anointed—they are obedient.”
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