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“The length of a tree is best known when the tree is down.”
— African Proverb

This profound truth reminds us that the full measure of a person’s life—their worth, their influence, their significance—is often only understood in hindsight. Many of us go through life making sacrifices, showing up faithfully, doing good, and hoping to see visible fruits of our labor. But the reality is, you may never really know the full impact of your actions—not in the present moment.

There are people who are benefitting from your life without ever announcing it. Some observe you from afar, drawing strength and inspiration from the way you live, the choices you make, the resilience you show in adversity. Others are being changed by your words, your kindness, your prayers, and even your silence, though you may never hear their testimonies.

SILENT IMPACT: LIKE THE WOMAN WITH THE ISSUE OF BLOOD

Consider the woman with the issue of blood (Mark 5:25–34). She approached Jesus quietly, touched the hem of His garment, and received her healing without a word. Had Jesus not been spiritually sensitive, He might never have known about her silent yet life-changing encounter. She was healed and would have walked away anonymously—no recognition, no testimony, no visible sign of what had taken place.

And so it is with you.

Some of your greatest moments of influence will happen silently. Some of your most impactful seeds will bloom in gardens you may never walk in. The lives you touch might never come back to say “thank you,” but that doesn’t mean your impact is any less real.

PROPHETS IN THEIR TIME

Think of biblical prophets like Jeremiah. In his lifetime, he was hated, misunderstood, even labeled unpatriotic for delivering hard truths to his people. His words were often rejected. Yet today, we revere him as a major prophet, and his writings form a significant part of the biblical canon.

Or consider Isaiah. His Messianic prophecies are now treasured, quoted, and sung around the world. But in his own time, he too faced resistance and ridicule. The value of their ministries only became fully evident long after they were gone.

THE LEGACY OF JAMES MCKEOWN

A powerful example from our own context is James McKeown, the Irish missionary who pioneered what would become The Church of Pentecost in Ghana. When McKeown first arrived in the Gold Coast in the late 1930s, he endured intense hardship, cultural misunderstandings, and even rejection from the very people he came to serve.

Yet he pressed on—planting, building, and nurturing a movement he might never have imagined would become global.

Today, the Church of Pentecost has branches in over 190 countries, touching millions of lives—not just spiritually, but through education, social interventions, and national development. Yet McKeown himself didn’t live to see the full extent of what he began. He planted seeds, watered faithfully, and left the rest to God. His life is a timeless reminder that you may never really know what your faithfulness will birth.

THE LEGACY OF WILLIAM WILBERFORCE

Another profound example is the life of William Wilberforce, an 18th-century British parliamentarian who gave his life to the fight against the transatlantic slave trade. For years, he faced mockery, political opposition, and legislative defeat. His advocacy was labeled idealistic and bothersome. But he remained relentless, committed to justice and human dignity.

It wasn’t until just three days before his death in 1833 that the British Parliament finally passed the Slavery Abolition Act, ending slavery in most of the British Empire.

Wilberforce never got to fully witness the global ripple effect of his work—how it inspired freedom movements across continents. Yet today, his name is remembered as a symbol of righteous perseverance. Millions have been liberated because one man chose to persist, even though he rarely saw the fruits in his lifetime.

KEEP SOWING ANYWAY

What you are doing now—your acts of love, your commitment to purpose, your quiet integrity—might not be fully appreciated in the moment. But that doesn’t mean it is wasted.

Sometimes, the deepest impact takes time to surface. And sometimes, it may never be seen by human eyes at all—but God sees, and He rewards.

So keep showing up.
Keep sowing faithfully.
Keep doing what is right, even when no one seems to notice.

Because you shall never really know how far your influence goes—until eternity tells the full story.

Written by: Overseer Joel Kwesi Baidoo (Kpandai New Town District / 0207079250)

The mind is the intellectual and mental faculty of a person that feels, perceives, thinks, wills, and especially reasons. The mind alludes to a person’s morality, reasoning, and understanding. In fact, the mind is not a physical organ that can be touched or seen. Our mind is intangible but responsible for abstract thought and emotion.

That notwithstanding, the mind is the ruler and director of the body. What the mind reasons or thinks about is what the body reacts to. What we perceive in the mind is what we take into action and reality—if there’s no change of mind.

Scripture confirms this by saying that “what we think about is who we really are.” Solomon said, what he thinks is what he really is (Proverbs 23:7 GNT). The thoughts and inclinations of the heart move into our minds and are taken into action, whether negative or positive. The King James Version of this same Proverbs 23:7 says, “As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.”

So undeniably, the pictorial thoughts we have or the things we reason about in our minds are what we produce and bring into reality or practice—whether good or bad. In other words, we are largely a product of our thinking. What we think about becomes us.

Dearly beloved, it is for this reason that I am writing to you—to know how to carefully deal with your mind and respond to it when it requests negativity. Follow me as we delve through scriptures on this subject and learn together 👇🏻.

Many people—and for that matter, Christians—are having a great battle in their minds because of the nature of the flesh, which, when fed, brings them into a level of carnality. Paul said, to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace (Romans 8:5). This means those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires, and such people do not have peace of mind but a battled mind filled with guilt and reproach daily. Their conscience is captured, and they no longer think and reason from a spiritual perspective.

Apostle Paul said, To the pure, all things are pure, but to those who are corrupted and do not believe, nothing is pure. “In fact, both their minds and consciences are corrupted. They claim to know God, but by their actions they deny him. They are detestable, disobedient, and unfit for doing anything good” (Titus 1:15-16).

Sin and disobedience ruin the mind and darken it to reason negatively. When one’s mind is bombarded with sinful or evil thoughts and consequently acts on those thoughts, the devil begins to fill the mind and conscience with guilt and low self-esteem. The soundness of the individual’s mind will be battled and troubled by the devil and won’t have the peace and joy that come from the Spirit of God. Such a mind becomes hostile to God and will not be able to audibly hear from Him because of how bombarded it has become with guilt and worldliness.

The Bible clearly gives emphasis to this in Ephesians 4:17-19:

“So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. They are darkened in their understanding and separated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them due to the hardening of their hearts. Having lost all sensitivity, they have given themselves over to sensuality so as to indulge in every kind of impurity, and they are full of greed.”

So it is clear that those with such minds have no spiritual sensitivity, and their understanding of God is darkened (2 Corinthians 4:4).

HOW CAN ONE OVERCOME THIS CHALLENGE?

Because the mind sometimes conceives evil thoughts (James 1:14-15), it is therefore expedient that every believer daily feeds his mind with positivities through the study and meditation of the Word. As Paul said in Philippians 2:5, we will begin to have the mind of Christ because Jesus is the Word, and the Word contains the mind—the breath—of God (2 Timothy 3:16).

Secondly, it is imperative to set our minds on things above (Heavenly-minded). Colossians 3:1-2 says, “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.”

How can we consciously set our minds on things above? By spending quality time with God in prayer and seeking His face regularly to intoxicate the flesh and weaken evil desires, which can make us worldly and carnal.

Lastly, we must be careful with the kind of communication and conversations we engage in. What we hear or the information we feed on can pollute our minds and give room for negativities or wrong motives. The Bible says, “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone” (Colossians 4:6).

In other words, every conversation we find ourselves in must be fruitful and make us spiritually minded.

When this is done, the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard our minds and consciences (Philippians 4:7). We will always have a fruitful and sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Our spiritual sensitivity and antenna will be connected to God—we will hear His voice, dream good dreams, and even receive deeper revelations from Him.

May the Lord touch and visit every battled mind now and give him/her liberty in Jesus’ Name.

Written by Elder David Gyamfi (PENSA Ghana Prayer Secretary)

As the curtain falls on years of faithful service, twenty-five gallant soldiers of the Cross are set to lay down their pastoral duties on Sunday, July 27, 2025. These devoted ministers of The Church of Pentecost, having laboured tirelessly in the Lord’s vineyard, will retire from active service across various districts in Ghana, bringing to a close decades of selfless service and steadfast commitment to God and humanity.

Their years of service range from 24 to a remarkable 35, bearing witness to their loyal devotion and obedience to their divine calling.

At the heart of this sacred transition stands Pastor Johanes Koku Agoba of the Ashaiman Bethlehem District, whose 35-year journey of spiritual stewardship draws to a close. Alongside him, Pastor Godfred Kwadzo Okwan of Ngleshie-Amanfro District in the Downtown-Ofaakor Area also concludes a distinguished 35-year ministry.

In Tema Area’s Kpone District and Takoradi Area’s Adientem District, Pastors Robert Ofori Agyemang and Samuel Ransford Mokwah Essel respectively bid farewell after 32 years of faithful service. Their departure marks the end of an era in their ministry.

From Dansoman Sahara to Tarkwa Makro in Suame Area, and from Anyinam in Suhum Area to Kasoa New Town and Asamankese James Town, five more shepherds – Pastors Dickson Otchere Darko, Solomon Abunyan Odame, Samuel Larbi, Wisdom Kwaku Kpeli, and Stephen Kwesi Ewusie-Ocran – will each retire after 30 years of meritorious ministry.

In Atonsu Bokro in Kumasi, Pastor Samuel Kissi Agyekum concludes 28 years of service, while Pastors Isaac Siaw Lartey (Asuofua, Suame Area), Joseph Yao Gblornaku (Dzodze, Aflao Area), and Gordon Kofi Essiam (Agona Ahanta, Takoradi Area) each complete 27 years of impactul labour in the Lord.

The districts of South Suntreso (Bompata Area), Mamponteng (Old Tafo Area), and Prestea (Bogoso Area) will honour Pastors Daniel Nii Okaija Sackey, Stephen Ayerakwa Gyan, and Isaac Kingsford Effisah respectively, each retiring after 26 years of service.

A further seven ministers – Pastors Clemence Quablah Adrakpanya (Oyibi, Amrahia Area), Emmanuel Kofi Ofosu (Nyanyano, Kasoa Area), Joseph Kojo Mensah (Asutsuare, Agormanya Area), Alexander Kwadzo Agbozo (Akatsi, Sogakope Area), Alexander Kwabena Abrafi (Ayanfuri, Dunkwa Area), Stephen Kofi Owoahene-Acheampong (Agogo, Konongo Area), and Samuel Owiredu (Datano, Ashanti Bekwai Area) – will each bring to a close 25 years of devoted ministry.

Finally, in Ejura Community (Mampong Area) and Ahenkro (Offinso Area), Pastors Stephen Kow Baffoe and John Enoch Baiden will be celebrated for their 24 years of faithful service.

In preparation for this new chapter, the Church’s Pension Board hosted a three-day seminar from July 16-18, 2025, at the Pension Guest House in Gbawe, Accra. Together with their wives, the retiring ministers were guided through a series of enlightening sessions designed to equip them for life beyond the pulpit.

Topics covered during the seminar included: “The Practical Life of the Retiree” by Apostle Dr Alfred Koduah (retired, former General Secretary of the Church), “Tit-bits of Investment” by Elder Paul Kofi Mante of Ecobank Development Corporation (EDC), and “Education on Retirement” by Mrs Mabel Darko (wife of a retired minister).

Other insightful sessions were “The Role of Retired Ministers in Ministry Activities” by Apostle Vincent Anane Denteh (PEMEM Director/Executive Council Member), “Health and Diet for the Aged” by Apostle Dr Edward Arko Koranteng (Medical Director, Pentecost Hospital, Madina), “The COP Pension Policy and Financial Planning for Retirement” by Pastor Emmanuel Kobina Appah (FAD), and “The Responsibilities of Retired Ministers’ Children Towards Their Parents” by Apostle James Orhin Agyin (Projects and Estate Manager), among others.

These sessions were thoughtfully designed to prepare the retiring ministers and their wives, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and psychologically for the next chapter of their lives.

As these gallant men of God step into a well-earned rest, the Church and the nation salute their legacy. May the Lord, whom they have served so faithfully, bless them with peace, purpose, and fruitfulness in this new season of life.

On August 17, precisely two weeks from today, nine distinguished ministers of The Church of Pentecost Ghana, all serving in the capacity of Area Heads, will officially conclude their service in active ministry.

Congratulations, noble servants. Your labour in the Lord has not been in vain.

Written by Fred Tettey Alarti-Amoako (Head, Publications Unit, Pent Media Centre)

INTRODUCTION

The Church of Pentecost, a leading Pentecostal denomination in Ghana and beyond, with over 4 million membership worldwide, continues to seek innovative ways to engage the rapidly evolving demographic landscape of urban centres. Cities like Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi have increasingly become melting pots of diverse cultures, languages, and nationalities. This diversity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for the church, particularly in terms of effective outreach and integration of expatriate communities into its fold.

In recognition of this urgent need, the Home and Urban Missions, in collaboration with the Youth Ministry, Chaplaincy Ministry, and the Ministry to Celebrities, has organised the maiden Home Missions Conference scheduled for July 10-12, 2025, at the Pentecost Convention Centre, Gomoa Fetteh. The conference aims to gather a diverse representation of church leaders and key stakeholders to deliberate on strategies for engaging expatriate populations. It seeks to train participants in cross-cultural communication, foster inter-ministerial collaboration, and inspire a renewed commitment to mission work in alignment with the church’s Vision 2028.

Central to the theological underpinnings of this conference is the statement by Apostle Dr Brigadier General Benjamin Godson Kumi Wood, the Director General for the Religious Affairs of the Ghana Armed Forces, who, in leading a prayer meeting on revival, declared that revival means “when God comes to town.” This phrase, though simple, encapsulates profound theological truths that have significant implications for how the church perceives itself and its mission. It draws its roots from the events recorded in Acts 2:1-4, where God’s arrival in the person of the Holy Spirit transformed a local assembly of believers into a vibrant, multicultural, and missional community. This paper seeks to explore the implications of this paradigm and how it can serve as a model for PIWCs and other urban churches to become truly multicultural, multiracial, and multinational in character and mission.

UNDERSTANDING REVIVAL: “WHEN GOD COMES TO TOWN”

Revival has often been perceived as a series of emotional meetings characterized by heightened spiritual fervour and enthusiastic gatherings. However, Apostle Wood’s depiction reframes revival not merely as a series of activities but as the tangible manifestation of God’s presence among His people. He likens it to the arrival of the President of Ghana at a public gathering, where his coming is preceded by a grand entourage, security detail, and a palpable atmosphere of anticipation. In such a scenario, the entire environment is altered by the presence of the dignitary. In a similar manner, when God comes to town, as in Acts 2, His presence is not silent or passive but accompanied by visible and audible signs that transform individuals and communities.

The Old Testament provides several precedents for this concept. For instance, in Exodus 40:34-38, when Moses completed the tabernacle, the glory of the Lord filled the structure, making it impossible for Moses to enter. Likewise, at the dedication of Solomon’s temple, fire came down from heaven, and the glory of the Lord filled the temple, leading the people to bow in worship and reverence (2 Chr. 7:1-3). These manifestations were both an assurance of divine approval and a signal that God had indeed “come to town.”

Yet, as significant as these Old Testament events were, they all pointed forward to a greater visitation in Acts 2. The coming of the Holy Spirit during Pentecost marked a shift from God dwelling in physical structures to dwelling within His people. Acts 2:2 describes how a sound like a mighty rushing wind filled the whole house, and divided tongues as of fire rested upon each believer. These phenomena signified God’s royal entry, similar to the entourage preceding a head of state. Unlike previous visitations confined to sacred spaces like temples or tabernacles, Pentecost signalled that God’s presence would now dwell permanently within believers, transforming them into living temples (1 Cor. 3:16).

FROM LOCAL CHURCH TO CITY CHURCH: THE ACTS 2 TRANSFORMATION

Before the day of Pentecost, the followers of Jesus were essentially a localized community confined mostly to Jerusalem. The group comprised primarily Galileans who spoke the same language, shared common cultural practices, and worshiped privately in the upper room. They were seen largely as a sect within Judaism, maintaining a close-knit fellowship but limited in their broader societal impact.

However, the arrival of the Holy Spirit radically altered this scenario. Acts 2:5-6 recounts that devout Jews from every nation under heaven were dwelling in Jerusalem, and when they heard the sound, they gathered in curiosity. What they witnessed was astonishing. Each one heard the disciples speaking in his own native language. The Scripture meticulously lists the diverse nations represented, including Parthians, Medes, Elamites, Mesopotamians, Judeans, Cappadocians, and many others from regions spanning from modern-day Iran and Iraq through Turkey, North Africa, and parts of Europe.

This event signified a divine declaration that the gospel was not the exclusive heritage of one culture or ethnicity. It was a global message intended for every tribe, tongue, and nation. What began as a local gathering was instantly transformed into a “city church”—a body capable of engaging the multicultural and multinational reality of urban life. The shift was not merely linguistic but cultural and theological. The believers moved from being a sectarian group to becoming a universal movement with a global mission.

Peter’s subsequent sermon was deeply contextual, using references familiar to his audience, such as the prophecy of Joel, to explain the outpouring of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:16-21). The result was dramatic: about three thousand souls were added to their number that day (Acts 2:41). The church, which started as a local entity, had been thrust into the public space, engaging the city’s diverse populace.

MISSIOLOGICAL LESSONS FOR PIWCS AND CITY CHURCHES

The narrative of Acts 2 provides essential lessons for modern urban churches, particularly the PIWCs of The Church of Pentecost, who attended the Home Missions Conference and are seeking to engage expatriate communities effectively.

Firstly, the miracle of speaking in tongues on Pentecost was not merely a private, ecstatic experience but a deliberate divine strategy for transcending linguistic barriers. It demonstrated God’s intent to communicate His message in ways people could understand, regardless of their cultural or linguistic background. This serves as a profound lesson for PIWCs that engaging diverse populations requires intentional linguistic inclusivity. Churches must identify and train multilingual members to serve as bridges to various cultural groups. Services and church programmes should consider integrating multiple languages to reflect the international character of urban centres. Additionally, producing evangelistic materials and discipleship resources in key languages spoken by expatriate communities will significantly enhance outreach efforts.

Secondly, cultural sensitivity and contextualization are non-negotiable in multicultural ministry. Peter’s sermon provides a template for this. Rather than delivering a generic message, he connected the Pentecostal experience to Joel’s prophecy (cf. Joel 2:28), grounding it in his audience’s cultural and religious understanding. PIWCs must study the cultural values, worldviews, and social norms of expatriate groups to avoid practices that might be unintentionally alienating. Worship styles, music, and even preaching approaches may need to be adapted to resonate with diverse audiences.

Thirdly, leadership diversity is crucial for sustaining multicultural ministry. Acts 6 records a situation where tensions arose between Hebraic and Hellenistic Jews concerning the distribution of resources. The apostles resolved this by appointing leaders from diverse backgrounds, ensuring fair representation and cultural sensitivity in decision-making processes. Similarly, PIWCs should be deliberate about including expatriate believers in leadership roles, not merely as participants but as active shapers of church life. Such inclusion fosters trust, ownership, and a sense of belonging among expatriate members.

Moreover, the early church did not confine itself to private gatherings. Acts 2:46 indicates that they continued meeting both in the temple courts and from house to house, thereby maintaining visibility and engagement within the broader society. PIWCs must therefore envision themselves not merely as religious gatherings but as integral parts of the urban ecosystem. Engaging civic institutions, embassies, international corporations, and NGOs can open doors for holistic ministry, addressing social, legal, and practical needs of expatriates, such as language classes, legal aid, and cultural orientation.

REVIVAL AS CITY IMPACT

A critical aspect of revival as witnessed in Acts 2 is its societal impact. The outpouring of the Holy Spirit was not an end in itself. It led to tangible outcomes: numerical growth, communal sharing, and societal goodwill. Acts 2:44-47 describes how believers shared their possessions, met daily in the temple, and enjoyed the favour of all the people. Revival produced not only spiritual renewal but also social transformation.

When God comes to town, He does not merely change individuals; He changes cities. Crime rates decline, social injustices are addressed, and communities experience peace and healing. For PIWCs and city churches, revival must move beyond internal spiritual experiences to external societal engagement. Churches must become agents of change in their cities, bringing hope, justice, and reconciliation to diverse urban populations.

THEOLOGICAL VISION FOR THE MULTICULTURAL CHURCH

Ultimately, the church’s calling is to be a prophetic foretaste of God’s ultimate plan for humanity—a plan beautifully depicted in Revelation 7:9, where John envisions a great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language standing before God’s throne. The multicultural nature of the church is not merely a pragmatic response to globalization, but a theological imperative rooted in God’s vision for His kingdom.

A multicultural church demonstrates the universality of the gospel, testifying that salvation in Christ transcends ethnic and cultural boundaries. It reflects the rich embroidery of God’s image as expressed in the diversity of human cultures. Furthermore, it testifies to the power of the cross to reconcile not only humanity with God but also humans with each other, breaking down walls of division, as articulated in Ephesians 2:14-16.

PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR PIWCS

For PIWCs to embody this vision, they must commit to intentional, long-term strategies. Language ministries can play a crucial role by providing translation and interpretation during services, enabling expatriates to fully participate in worship and teaching. Cultural festivals that celebrate music, dance, food, and art from various nations can serve as effective platforms for building bridges and fostering understanding.

Community engagement is equally vital. PIWCs should seek to establish partnerships with embassies, NGOs, and international corporations to develop programmes tailored to the needs of expatriates. Social services such as legal aid, cultural orientation sessions, and language classes can significantly ease the transition for expatriates and create open doors for gospel engagement.

In the digital age, PIWCs must also leverage technology to extend their reach. Creating multilingual digital content and utilizing social media platforms can enable the church to connect with expatriates even before they arrive in Ghana or to maintain relationships with those who move elsewhere.

CONCLUSION

Revival indeed means “when God comes to town.” The events of Acts 2 provide an ageless model for how a local church can be transformed into a dynamic, multicultural city church. The coming of the Holy Spirit not only birthed the church but equipped it for a global mission that transcends linguistic, cultural, and national barriers. The Home Missions Conference stands at a pivotal moment in history poised to redefine urban ministry in Ghana and beyond.

By embracing the paradigm of Acts 2, PIWCs and other city churches can become vibrant centres of multicultural worship, fellowship, and mission. Such churches will not merely reflect the diversity of their cities but will serve as prophetic signs of the kingdom of God, where every nation, tribe, people, and language stand united before the throne of grace.

REFERENCES

• The Holy Bible (NKJV, ESV)
• Bosch, D. J. (1991). Transforming Mission. Orbis Books.
• Walls, A. F. (2002). The Cross-Cultural Process in Christian History. Orbis Books.
• Hiebert, P. (1985). Anthropological Insights for Missionaries. Baker Academic.
• Ott, C., Strauss, S. J., & Tennent, T. C. (2010). Encountering Theology of Mission. Baker Academic.

Written by Pastor Emmanuel Foster Asamoah (NEC Member, HUM, Abasraba District, Winneba)

 1.⁠ ⁠God has a perfect plan for each person

 2.⁠ ⁠God’s perfect plan for each person is for each person to be saved and successful in fulfilling their part of His redemptive economy/story

 3.⁠ ⁠The role of some people in the divine redemptive economy seems pleasant with few dark moments while the roles of others have many dark moments

 4.⁠ ⁠All a person needs to do is respond to salvation in Christ by faith and respond to the voice of the Holy Spirit for direction and strength to fulfil their roles

 5.⁠ ⁠The attitude of a person fulfilling their prophetic role in the divine redemptive economy is one of thanksgiving in all situations with no competition, comparison, or complains

 6.⁠ ⁠Having fellowship with the Holy Spirit and with others in Christ ensures that the blood of Christ keeps us within the mercies of God such that our weaknesses, limitations, and failing do not gather enough traction to reach a critical threshold to take us beyond the reach of God’s mercy like Hosphni and Phinehas or Nadab and Abihu, thus annulling our prophetic role in God’s redemptive economy through God’s ruthless judgment that has begun in His household

 7.⁠ ⁠God has graciously made available the entry of sin, evil, and Satan and given humans the free will to choose salvation in Christ or reject salvation in Christ and follow the way of sin, evil, and Satan. Love gives options but does not discount the consequences of options

 8.⁠ ⁠Yielding to the works of Satan in a rebellious way leads to the truncation of one’s role in God’s redemptive plan and ultimately ending up in the lake of fire – God’s ‘refuse dump’ – where all the old creation order and those who hate Jesus Christ, the Saviour, will dwell for all eternity. One can’t stay with a Saviour he/she so much hates and refuses to acknowledge

 9.⁠ ⁠There are players in the redemptive economy whose roles are evil and wicked but advance the redemptive economy by creating the contrast premise for the demonstration of God’s glory often in fulfilment of a prophecy. Examples include the Pharaoh at the time of biblical Moses; the team that synergised to kill Jesus, etc. For such people, God invariably gives a long range of mercy for prolonged opportunities to be saved until they exhaust the rope. This may explain the reason wicked people seem to live long

10.⁠ ⁠People who are disadvantaged or killed to fulfil prophetic roles in the redemptive plan, such as people born with mental deformities, children killed by Herod at the time of the birth of Christ, etc. remain in the saved state

11.⁠ ⁠The only person who remains condemned to hell without another opportunity for repentance just like Satan and his host of wicked spirits (the ‘beasts’ in Revelation) is the ‘Son of perdition’ – a role unfortunately chosen by Judas Iscariot

12.⁠ ⁠There are aspects of life that are not ordained by God, even though God can use them to advance redemptive course, build Christian character, and reveal more of His salvific glory. These include temptation from Satan and deception from Satan aimed to steal, to kill, and to destroy. The Satanic work of trying to destroy Joseph (a typology of Jesus) and Jesus rather ended in revealing God’s glory. Satanic host lacked foreknowledge of this glorious redemptive ends. Otherwise, they would not have instigated the selling of Joseph or the killing of Jesus. All things worked together for a glorious end

13.⁠ ⁠Prayer does not change any of God’s plans for one’s life. Prayer destroys the works of Satan in the life of a person and aligns all forces and stakeholders to God’s plan for a person. Prayer, therefore, leads to the maximisation of the fulfilment of one’s role in God’s redemptive economy

14.⁠ ⁠The moon knows its place as a satellite to the earth. The planets know their place and stay in their orbits. Do you and I know our place in the redemptive economy with each passing time and context?

15.⁠ ⁠Restlessness only results from the lack of knowledge, contentment, and effectiveness in our place in the redemptive economy.

Written by Apostle Seth Fianko-Larbi (Resident Minister, PIWC Sakumono)

The hour is late. The shadows grow darker.

Beyond the headlines of war, disease, and economic collapse lies a deeper, more insidious darkness consuming the very soul of humanity. People are not merely struggling—they are perishing. They are not simply lost—they are being led further astray. The world is not just chaotic—it is bleeding, desperate for the only antidote to its fatal condition.

And into this apocalyptic spiritual landscape, God thunders His command to the Church. This is not a suggestion; it is the ultimate, non-negotiable imperative: POSSESS THE NATIONS FOR CHRIST.

Let there be no confusion. This is not a call to earthly dominion, political power, or coercion. That would betray the Cross. Our King reigns by the Spirit. Our conquest is forged in truth, sacrificial love, and radical transformation.

To “possess the nations” is to carry a vision so vast it stretches the imagination: to see every culture, language, people group, and sphere of influence saturated with the redeeming, life-giving, transforming glory of Jesus Christ. From the corridors of power to the most remote villages, from Silicon Valley’s algorithms to tribal communities in the forest, this is a commitment to fill the earth with the knowledge of the LORD as the waters cover the sea.

THE UNYIELDING ENGINE: RADICAL EVANGELISM NOW!

How will such a monumental vision be realised? Not by committees alone. Not by noble social programs. Not by well-meaning cultural initiatives. These are important expressions of the Kingdom—but they are not its engine.

The true engine of transformation has always been—and must always remain—radical evangelism.

This is not a task reserved for “professionals.” It is the very breath of the Church, the heartbeat of every Spirit-filled believer. Grasp the magnitude of this:

• Evangelism is spiritual warfare. When you declare the Gospel, you are not engaging in polite conversation; you are storming the gates of hell. You tear down strongholds, break chains of spiritual blindness, and rescue souls from the edge of eternal separation from God. The stakes are eternal.

• Evangelism births new creation. When a soul hears, believes, and surrenders to the Gospel, the universe shifts. A spirit dead in sin comes alive. A captive life is set free. A destiny of eternal separation becomes one of eternal communion with God. This is the beginning of all true “possession.”

• Evangelism sparks a chain reaction. One transformed life, filled with the Holy Spirit, becomes a beacon—salt and light in their family, workplace, and community. They embody Christ’s love, speak His truth, and reflect His justice. The Kingdom expands person by person, family by family, until nations begin to shake under the weight of divine influence.

THE TIME IS NOT LATER. THE TIME IS NOW. YOU ARE THE INSTRUMENT.

Jesus did not give the Great Commission only to apostles. He gave it to all disciples. He gave it to you.

Your environment is your mission field—your home, school, workplace, and social circle are not random. They are strategic outposts.

Your testimony is a divine weapon. Your encounter with Christ is more than a story—it is living, irrefutable evidence, sharper than any two-edged sword.

Your spirit is your force. You are not armed with mere words but with resurrection power—the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead. You are equipped to speak life into death.

We cannot afford to delay. We cannot afford to be silent. The blood of the perishing is on the hands of a passive Church. Inaction is complicity in the darkness we claim to oppose.

NO LONGER JUST WORDS: DEMONSTRATING THE GOSPEL IN EVERY SPHERE

While verbal proclamation is essential, evangelism in the context of “possessing the nations” demands visible, undeniable demonstration of Christ’s Kingdom.

• When you stand for justice, you manifest God’s righteousness.
• When you serve the forgotten, you reveal the compassion of the Father.
• When you build with integrity, you inject Kingdom principles into the marketplace.
• When you create beauty that uplifts, you reflect the divine Creator.

These are not mere good deeds. They are proof—living demonstrations of the Gospel’s power. But remember: their meaning and power come from the transforming truth of Jesus Christ. Without evangelism, these acts risk becoming empty humanitarianism. With it, they become an unstoppable wave of redemptive transformation.

RISE UP! THIS IS YOUR MOMENT OF DESTINY!

The grand vision of Revelation 7:9 is not a distant hope—it is the certain fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan:

“A great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb.”

This is the glorious “possession” that awaits, and you are called to hasten its arrival.

Do not let fear paralyze you. Do not let comfort numb you. The darkness is vast, but the Light in you is greater. The world is dying, but the message you carry is eternal life.

AWAKE, O CHRISTIAN!

• CRY OUT in unrelenting prayer for the lost.
• SPEAK OUT with Spirit-empowered boldness.
• LIVE OUT radical integrity that makes Christ irresistible.
• GO OUT—whether across your street or across the world—wherever the Spirit leads.

The nations are not just groaning—they are screaming for hope. They are waiting for you, the called, the chosen, the empowered, to reveal the Son of God.

The time for waiting is over.

The time for action is NOW.

Let us rise, unleash the Gospel, and with every fiber of our being,

POSSESS THE NATIONS FOR JESUS CHRIST!

Written by Deacon Emmanuel Adu Gyamfi (Biriwa District & Immediate Past PENSA-FOSCO President, Mankessim Sector)

Have you asked, why there are many sex programs on our televisions, radios and even social media platforms?

And to my surprise most of these programs are done last in the evening in order to engage only the adults especially the married ones.

Have you really asked yourself why such programs even for married ones? What then will prevent a husband from having sex with his wife? What then will also prevent a wife from demanding sex from her husband? These are questions asked by unmarried individuals.

When you are not married, you may think what marriage can only offer you is regular sex. No doubt about that. You can go the extra mile on sex with your spouse and there is no hindrance to that. Only your decisions matter.

Sexual intercourse is mostly attributed to married couples. But the question is, why many couples are struggling to have it? I know there are some factors. To some because of health issues. To others because of familiarity and just laziness.

I want you to come to the knowing with this article that, what is called SEXUAL IMMORALITY is also existing among couples.

Most at times, we normally associate sexual immorality to those who are not married. But it will surprise you, those unmarried are even moral when it comes to sex affairs yet it is not biblical for them to engage in such act.

What then is Sexual Immorality? That’s, not living sexual life as expected of you as a married person. In other words, living contrarily from the way and manner sex should be done as a married person.

Truth to be told, there is a way to sex. That’s why the power of your marriage is on sex aside prayers and proper communication. And this is where if care is not taken the devil stands to affect the marriage because of how this sex is being done.

First, know that, the way to sexual intercourse is romance. And this romance doesn’t start its full capacity in the bedroom. Romance is a lifestyle that must happened day in and out as married ones. The way you talk to each other, the way you accept your faults and embrace yourself together, how transparent you are to yourself and how naughty you people are, are what is called Romance.

Cuddling, kissing, massaging, sucking, licking and the other acts that happens at the hall of your room or on your bed is just 5% constituent of sex. There is the need for  you to know that there is Pre-Sex, Sex & Post-Sex. This will help you to be sexually moral.

Some men think sexing the wife for about hours is the deal. Surprisingly, you can sex for hours yet there will be no satisfaction from you and your wife when you don’t know how to deal with what she needs from you in sex.

To some also, because they know their wives are with them forever, they just sex them hurriedly with selfish mindset.

I believe now per few examples, you have come to realise the topic; SEXUAL IMMORALITY.

When sex becomes immoral by married couples, its affect the marriage. I keep telling couples that, “In marriage, sex answers everything.” The nagging, the anger, the disrespect and other acts that drain the marriage is because sex in marriage are not properly done. And this can cause the couples especially the husband to see the wife as just sex toy that is by only checking up or come to her when he feels for sex.

This attitude has immediate effect on the children in the family as well. It will surprise you to know that, you sometimes shout at your children unnecessarily because you were unable to reached your orgasm. Have you realised that you at times mentioned their fathers name to insult or correct them when they are behaving because orgasm was not reached?

Healthy family is where sex is appreciated and morally governed. Your family needs that happiness of sex to stay. It is an intimacy between you and your spouse alright yet they need that often in order to see a smiling face and a happy home.

Written by Tonnie Baffoe (Ekroful District, Agona Swedru Area)

Over 700 Christian healthcare professionals, ministry leaders, and global advocates convened virtually on June 19, 2025, for the Christian Health Professionals Network (CHPNet) Global Healthcare Conference to commemorate four years of promoting faith-based healthcare and visionary leadership.

The conference highlighted CHPNet’s evolution from a classroom concept into a global movement, uniting healthcare practitioners who view their profession as a divine calling. This year’s theme emphasised “influence with purpose, impact with care,” reflecting the network’s growing mission to integrate faith, compassion, and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, charged attendees to regard their professional duties as sacred assignments. “When you are Christian, know that you are Christian to execute God’s purpose among humanity,” he stated. He urged practitioners to serve as “watchmen on the walls of the hospital,” exemplifying integrity, faith, and excellence in their roles.

Apostle Dr. Lord Donkor, National Head of The Church of Pentecost – UK, underscored the importance of collaboration within the Christian medical community. “Togetherness is not optional but essential,” he said, calling for synergy among healthcare professionals to reach places beyond the scope of the pulpit.

Also addressing the conference, Professor Address Malata, Vice Chancellor of Malawi University of Science and Technology, challenged professionals to uphold faith-based values in leadership. “We are co-workers with Christ,” she stated, urging leaders to remain spiritually grounded while advancing healthcare systems.

Professor Rotimi Jaiyesimi, Associate Director of Patient Safety in the UK’s National Health Service (NHS), highlighted the transformative role of integrity and innovation in medical leadership. He encouraged participants to become agents of change through faith-informed service that honours both God and patients.

CHPNet President, Dr. Chim Kalumbi Mkambula, reflected on the organisation’s journey and reaffirmed its vision. “When you catch God’s vision and run with a pure heart, He sends destiny helpers to make it a reality,” she said, adding that CHPNet remains committed to “possessing the nations” through healthcare.

Personal testimonies added depth to the event. Ashleigh, a healthcare professional from South Africa, shared an emotional message to younger practitioners: “When we show up with compassion, patients don’t just receive care — they encounter the presence of Christ.”
Dr. Jasmin Kapoor recounted her work with CHPNet during the COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring the importance of trust and human connection. “Healthcare is not just about medicine — it’s about belonging,” she said.

Vice President of CHPNet, Anthony Kueburtonye, concluded the conference by reaffirming the network’s communal foundation. “CHPNet is not just an organisation — it is a network of purpose, built by many hands answering the same call.”

The 2025 edition of the conference was more than a celebration — it was a recommissioning of Christian healthcare professionals to live out their faith in every clinical encounter. As CHPNet enters its fifth year, members were urged to serve not only with competence but with conviction — as stewards of hope in a hurting world.

PENT NEWS.