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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has underscored the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the bedrock of Christian belief.

Delivering the sermon at the climax of the Easter Convention at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Accra, on Sunday, April 5, 2026, he described the resurrection as the believer’s “living hope.”

Preaching on the theme, “Living Hope Through the Resurrection,” Apostle Obuobi drew from Matthew 28:11–15 to highlight both the reality of Christ’s resurrection and the attempts made to suppress its truth. He recalled how the guards at the tomb were instructed to claim that the disciples had stolen the body while they slept, an effort he said was designed to distort the Easter message. Yet, he stressed, the testimony of the risen Christ has endured unshaken.

“The gospel remains simple and unchanging,” he told the congregation. “It is centred on the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, not on personalities or human systems.”

He insisted that faith must rest on the historical reality that Jesus was crucified, died, and was buried. Quoting Luke 23:46, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit,” he affirmed the certainty of Christ’s death, while Luke 23:53 confirmed His burial.

The turning point, however, lies in the resurrection. Citing John 20:8, “He saw and believed,” Apostle Obuobi declared the empty tomb the greatest evidence of Christ’s victory over death.

“We are not serving a dead Saviour,” he said. “You can visit the graves of other religious leaders, but when you come to Jesus, the tomb is empty.”

He explained that this truth underpins the believer’s hope, referencing 1 Peter 1:3: “He has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” This hope, he said, is active and transformative, shaping how Christians live and face the future.

Apostle Obuobi emphasised that death, though an enemy of humanity, has been defeated. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 15:22, he noted that while all die in Adam, all are made alive in Christ. He described Jesus as not only confronting death but overcoming it, quoting Acts 2:24: “God raised him up, loosing the pangs of death, because it was not possible for him to be held by it.”

He further explained that Christ’s triumph extends to the one who holds the power of death, the devil, as stated in Hebrews 2:14. Through this, believers are freed from fear and assured of eternal life.

“This body is perishable,” he said, referencing 1 Corinthians 15:42, “but what is raised is imperishable.” The resurrection, he added, promises a glorified body, free from weakness and decay.

In his closing remarks, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi reminded Christians of their identity in Christ and the certainty of their future. Referring to 1 John 3:2, he said that although believers do not yet fully know what they will become, they are assured they will be like Christ when He appears, saying, “This is our hope, not a wish; but a certainty anchored in the resurrection.”

He concluded with a call to boldness, urging Christians to proclaim the Easter message despite attempts to silence it. “Because Christ lives,” he said, “believers have a living hope.”

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has underscored the enduring significance of the death of Jesus Christ and its place at the centre of Christian faith.

Delivering a sermon on the Good Friday during the La Zone Easter Convention in Accra, on  the theme, “The Ultimate Sacrifice” based on Hebrews 10:12–14, Apostle Obuobi disclosed that Jesus came into the world as the sacrificial Lamb to take away the sin of humanity.

He explained that unlike the repeated offerings under Mosaic law, Christ’s sacrifice remains eternally effective, saying, “The efficacy of His blood is as potent today as it was when it was shed,” stressing that no further sacrifice is needed for atonement.

He reminded the congregation that under the law of Moses, animal sacrifices were required because “the life of the flesh is in the blood” (Leviticus 17:11). Yet, as Hebrews 10:4 puts it, the blood of bulls and goats could never truly remove sin. These rituals, he said, served only as reminders, pointing to a greater reality yet to come.

Animal sacrifices, he explained, were shadows of the ultimate offering. According to him, priests had to repeat them continually, first atoning for themselves before the people. Such sacrifices could not fully deal with sin. Therefore, God provided His own Lamb—Jesus Christ—who alone could satisfy divine justice.

“What the blood of animals could not handle, the blood of Jesus Christ accomplished,” Apostle Obuobi declared.

He pointed out that, though divine, Christ took on a prepared body, entering the world through Mary’s womb. His incarnation was not human initiative but heaven’s plan, foreordained before the foundation of the world.

He outlined why Christ’s sacrifice is ultimate. First, it sanctifies and makes humanity holy, unlike the repeated offerings of the law. Secondly, it secures eternal redemption. As Hebrews 9:12 affirms, Christ entered not an earthly sanctuary but the heavenly Holy of Holies with His own blood, achieving everlasting deliverance.

“At some point we were carriers of the wrath of God,” he said, “but now He looks at us with pleasure and admiration because of the ultimate sacrifice. Through Christ, we are no longer candidates of hell but candidates of heaven.”

The sermon concluded with a call to personal response. The benefits of Christ’s sacrifice, he urged, are realised only when individuals accept Him as Lord and Saviour.

Report by Eunice Ayisi Asare

The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has declared that the fear of death should no longer hold believers captive, emphasising that Jesus Christ has decisively conquered death and its power.

Delivering a sermon on the theme “Victory over Death” at the thanksgiving service for the family of the late Mrs Mercy Asante at the FD Walker Auditorium on Sunday, March 29, 2026, he explained that although death remains an inevitable part of human existence, its sting has been removed through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Preaching from Hebrews 2:14–15, Apostle Obuobi noted that death entered the world as a consequence of sin, tracing its origin to the disobedience of humanity in the Garden of Eden. He explained that since then, death has affected all people—rich and poor, righteous and unrighteous—becoming what Scripture describes as the “last enemy to be destroyed.”

He further indicated that death has never been a friend to humanity, as it brings pain, sorrow, and anguish to individuals and families. According to him, the devil has exploited death as a tool to instill fear and enslave humanity, holding many in lifelong bondage.

However, Apostle Obuobi stressed that the coming of Jesus Christ marked a turning point in human history. He explained that although God cannot die, He took on human form so that through death, He could destroy the one who holds the power of death—the devil.

“By His death and resurrection, Jesus defeated the devil and his power over death,” he stated.

He added that despite efforts to prevent Jesus’ resurrection—including the sealing of the tomb and the presence of guards—Christ triumphed over death, demonstrating His ultimate victory.

Quoting 1 Thessalonians 4:14, the General Secretary reaffirmed the hope of believers, stating that just as Christ died and rose again, those who are in Him will also rise.

He explained that for the believer, death should no longer be feared but understood as a transition into eternal life, likening it to a vehicle that conveys the faithful into the presence of God.

“This is the hope of the believer—that death is like a nurse who leads us to the Doctor,” he said.

Apostle Obuobi concluded by urging all to place their faith in Jesus Christ, noting that the victory over death is only accessible to those who believe in Him and accept Him as Lord and Saviour.

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobia, has called on believers to yield to the Holy Spirit to experience a total transformation in their lives.

He made this call when he, together with his wife, Mrs. Juliana Korkor Obuobia, joined the Michelle Camp District for the climax of its District Week celebration, dubbed Transformation Conference 2026, held at the Michelle Camp Central Assembly.

Preaching on the theme, “The Transformative Power of the Holy Spirit,” Apostle Obuobia explained that the Holy Spirit is the Spirit of power who brings profound change in the life of every believer. Quoting Acts 1:8, he noted that the Holy Spirit empowers Christians with divine ability, efficiency, and might to become effective witnesses of Christ.

Drawing lessons from the life of King Saul, he emphasised that a genuine encounter with the Holy Spirit begins with a transformation of the heart, which ultimately leads to a complete change in a person’s life. According to him, “when the Spirit of God comes upon a person, He gives him another heart and turns him into another man.”

Apostle Obuobia further stated that the transformative power of the Holy Spirit enables believers to operate in the supernatural, citing the experiences of the apostles who performed extraordinary miracles through the power of the Spirit.

He added that beyond transformation, the Holy Spirit also leads individuals into their God-ordained destiny, irrespective of their background or limitations.

He urged believers to develop a deep hunger and thirst for God and continually yield to the Holy Spirit in order to live transformed and purposeful lives.

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has called on Christians to depend on the power of the Holy Spirit in proclaiming the gospel, stressing that the Kingdom of God is demonstrated not merely by words but by divine power.

Apostle Obuobi made this call when he, together with his wife, worshipped with the Pentecost International Worship Centre Ablekuma on Sunday, March 15, 2025.

Preaching on the theme “The Gospel and Power,” the General Secretary explained that Jesus Christ set the ultimate example of a life empowered by the Holy Spirit, noting that believers are expected to follow the same pattern in their Christian walk and ministry.

Quoting Acts 1:8, he reminded the congregation that Jesus promised His disciples power through the Holy Spirit to enable them to become effective witnesses to the ends of the earth.

According to him, the ministry of Jesus clearly demonstrated the manifestation of divine power. He noted that Christ’s authority was evident in His teachings, which astonished listeners because He spoke with authority and not like the scribes.

Apostle Obuobi further explained that Jesus also demonstrated power through miracles, healing the sick and delivering those oppressed by demons, thereby confirming that the Kingdom of God operates through the power of God.

“The kingdom of God is not just a matter of talk but of power,” he emphasised, citing the apostle Paul’s teaching to highlight that the gospel must be accompanied by the demonstration of the Spirit’s power.

The General Secretary also spoke about the central message of the gospel; Christ’s death, burial and resurrection, which forms the foundation of salvation and must be proclaimed to all nations.

Reflecting on the events leading to the Day of Pentecost, he explained that Jesus instructed His disciples to wait in Jerusalem until they were clothed with power from on high. This promise was fulfilled when the Holy Spirit descended upon them, empowering them to boldly proclaim the gospel.

He noted that the early church experienced remarkable growth because the apostles preached the gospel backed by the power of the Holy Spirit, resulting in miracles, healings and transformed lives.

Apostle Obuobi therefore urged Christians to recognise that they are carriers of the same divine power through the Holy Spirit.

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has emphasized that the ultimate evidence of the gospel is a transformed life, urging Christian students to reflect Christ through character, conduct, and convictions.

He made this assertion during an apostolic visit to Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA) at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), where he preached on the theme “The Fruit of the Gospel,” drawing from Colossians 1:3–6.

Apostle Obuobi explained that the gospel, which proclaims the saving work of Jesus Christ, carries the power to change hearts, renew minds, and redirect lives toward righteousness. According to him, wherever the gospel is genuinely received and understood, it produces visible transformation, just as it did in the early Church.

He noted that salvation through the gospel brings believers into the Kingdom of God, but life in the Kingdom demands the pursuit and practice of Kingdom values, principles, virtues, and lifestyle. “The gospel is not only meant to be heard or preached; it must be lived,” he stressed, adding that a changed life remains the clearest testimony of a genuine encounter with Christ.

Addressing the students, Apostle Obuobi charged them to see the university campus as a strategic mission field, where their daily choices, academic integrity, and relationships should reflect the transforming power of the gospel. He cautioned that Christianity without transformation weakens the Church’s witness and limits its impact on society.

Also president at the service were Pastor Ebo Kwabena Quaye, Resident Minister of PENSA KNUST, hiw wife and Pastor Emmanuel Yerabi, Patron of PENSA KNUST and Resident Minister of PIWC Asokwa.

The visit concluded with prayers for the students to become agents of transformation, whose changed lives will advance the Kingdom of God and influence their generation for Christ.

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has called on ministers of the gospel to combine sound biblical preaching with the demonstration of the power of the Holy Spirit in order to effectively transform society.

Delivering a word of exhortation at the 2026 Missions Board Meeting of the Church in Accra on the theme, “They Heard and Saw,” Apostle Obuobi emphasised that the Church’s mission to transform society must be carried out through two essential instruments—the preaching of the gospel and the manifestation of the Holy Spirit’s power.

According to him, society encompasses every sphere of life where Christians find themselves, and the Church must intentionally influence these spaces with kingdom values.

Drawing lessons from Acts 8:6-7, he noted that the persecution of the early Christians led to the spread of the gospel across nations, citing the ministry of Philip in Samaria as a model for effective ministry. He explained that Philip’s work demonstrated two essential pillars of ministry: the message people heard and the signs they saw.

Apostle Obuobi stressed that every minister must have a clear message from God, noting that ministry cannot thrive without a definite word from the Lord.

“Every minister must have a message; you must have something to say. I do not believe a minister should stand without a message,” he stated, adding that ministers must wait on the Lord in prayer and study in order to receive divine direction.

Referencing 2 Samuel 18:28-30, he explained that people naturally pay attention to ministers because of the message they carry and, therefore, ministers must be intentional about proclaiming God’s word faithfully.

He further urged ministers to support the preaching of the gospel with visible demonstrations of God’s power, noting that effective ministry requires both proclamation and action.

Quoting Acts 1:1, Apostle Obuobi highlighted that Jesus Christ “began both to do and to teach,” indicating that Christian ministry must reflect the same pattern.

He, therefore, encouraged ministers to preach the Word with conviction while allowing their ministries to be accompanied by signs and practical expressions of the gospel, so that people will both hear and see the transforming power of God.

Participants at the meeting include Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, Missions Director (MD); Coordinators of the Missions Regional Blocs; Elder Prof. Stephen Owusu Kwankye (Finance Board Chairman); Pastor Emmanuel Appah (Finance and Administration Director); and the Church’s Legal Representative.

The meeting began on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, and is expected to end on Thursday, February 26, 2026.

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has identified small group systems as a critical strategy for developing spiritually mature believers within the Church.

Speaking at the Conférence des Ministres et Épouses (CME-Francophone) in Lomé, Togo today [February 19, 2026], he noted that smaller Christian gatherings provide relational accountability essential for effective discipleship.

He explained that small groups help ensure that members are known personally, their needs are recognised, and their spiritual development is monitored.

“In smaller settings, people are known by name, their needs are noticed, and their spiritual growth does not go unchecked,” he said.

He added that such structures help prevent spiritual isolation, which he described as a major risk within large congregations.

Apostle Obuobi cited biblical examples to support the practice, noting that Jesus began His ministry with a small group of disciples and that the early church met both in large gatherings and in homes for fellowship and teaching.

He referenced the early church model where believers gathered in large assemblies for worship and smaller groups for edification and fellowship.

He listed key discipleship structures implemented in The Church of Pentecost, including: Home Cells, Bible Study Groups Squad Systems, Ministry-based small groups and New Converts Classes.

He urged local assemblies to ensure these systems function effectively, stressing that they remain essential for raising Spirit-filled disciples capable of transforming society.

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has reaffirmed that the core mission of the Church is to raise Spirit-filled believers who reflect the character of Christ and impact their world.

Delivering a presentation today [February 19, 2026] at the CME-Francophone conference at the Palais des Congrès de Lomé, he stated that God established the Church as the primary means of drawing people to faith and shaping them into agents of transformation.

He explained that Christian discipleship aims at spiritual growth and character formation, enabling believers to become like Christ through continuous learning and obedience.

According to him, the Church must move beyond making converts to intentionally nurturing them into Spirit-filled disciples.

“The Church must win souls, make converts Spirit-filled disciples, and unleash them to transform their world,” he said.

Apostle Obuobi urged believers to pursue spiritual maturity by cultivating virtues such as steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love.

He stressed that the evidence of true spirituality lies in a transformed life guided by the Holy Spirit rather than mere religious activity.

He concluded that raising Spirit-filled disciples remains central to the Church’s vision of societal transformation, noting that only spiritually mature believers can effectively advance the Church’s global mission.

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