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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has called on church officers to strengthen pastoral care through intentional visitation, effective follow-up, attention to vulnerable members and the promotion of spiritually healthy homes.

He made the call on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, when he joined officers of the Odorkor Zone of the Odorkor Area for the second Area Officers’ Retreat, where he delivered a sermon on Pastoral Care, highlighting the biblical responsibilities of church leaders and practical approaches to nurturing members.

Drawing from Acts 20:28 and 1 Peter 5:1–3, Apostle Obuobi explained that caring for the flock is a sacred responsibility entrusted to church leaders by the Holy Spirit. He noted that in The Church of Pentecost, this responsibility is shared between ministers and the presbytery, comprising elders, deacons and deaconesses. He urged officers to shepherd members willingly, lead by example and avoid exercising authority in a domineering manner.

He identified visitation and the ministry of presence as fundamental elements of effective pastoral care, explaining that officers must intentionally engage members in their everyday lives and be available in both moments of grief and seasons of celebration. Citing the ministry of Jesus and the Apostle Paul, he emphasised that pastoral care goes beyond pulpit ministry to include personal engagement, encouragement, prayer and spiritual oversight within members’ homes.

Apostle Obuobi further stressed the need to pay particular attention to vulnerable and marginalised members, including the bereaved, the aged, orphans and the sick. He explained that the vibrancy of a church could be measured, in part, by how it treats those who need special care and support. He also encouraged officers to reach out deliberately to members who had drifted from fellowship, while promoting family altars and personal devotions to sustain the spiritual well-being of households.

Addressing the practical and ethical dimensions of pastoral care, the General Secretary underscored confidentiality, respect for privacy, appropriate conduct and professional boundaries during pastoral engagements. He cautioned officers against gossiping about members’ personal circumstances, making inappropriate advances or using visitation as an opportunity to seek personal favours, loans or business patronage. According to him, officers must approach every visit as an opportunity to be a blessing rather than a burden.

He also urged officers to develop the ability to recognise signs of hidden hardship, emotional distress, family challenges, financial difficulties and declining participation in church activities. Such observations, he explained, could help officers identify members in need of timely intervention. However, he noted that situations involving severe mental distress, medical concerns, safeguarding risks or matters beyond an officer’s competence must be referred promptly to trained counsellors, qualified health professionals or the District Minister.

On strengthening pastoral care structures, Apostle Obuobi highlighted the importance of the Bible Study and Home Cell System, the shepherding system, welfare committees, and an effective membership database and tracking system. He explained that these structures could help the Church maintain meaningful contact with members, identify emerging needs and provide coordinated support.

Concluding the presentation, Apostle Obuobi emphasised the importance of accurate and timely reporting in pastoral care. He explained that church officers serve as a bridge between members and the District Minister and must promptly communicate situations requiring higher-level intervention, including severe illness, serious marital crises and requests for church-level financial assistance.

He urged officers to report such matters accurately and responsibly to ensure that members receive the appropriate care and support. The presentation reinforced the need for pastoral care to be deliberate, compassionate, confidential and well-coordinated, with every officer playing an active role in the spiritual and general well-being of the congregation.

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has urged Christians to remain steadfast in their faith during difficult times, cautioning them against despair and encouraging them to trust God’s wisdom, leadership and ability to deliver them from seemingly impossible situations.

He gave the exhortation on Friday, October 9, 2026, when he ministered at the Weija Area’s power-packed all-night service held at the New Weija Central Assembly Auditorium. He was accompanied by his wife, Mrs Juliana Korkor Obuobi.

Preaching on the theme, “Lessons at the Red Sea,” based on Exodus 14:10–18, Apostle Obuobi drew lessons from the Israelites’ experience after their deliverance from Egypt, when they found themselves trapped between the Red Sea and the pursuing Egyptian army.

He explained that although the Israelites perceived their situation as hopeless, God knew exactly where He was leading them and how He would deliver them. He noted that God deliberately led them towards the Red Sea despite knowing the challenges ahead, underscoring the need for believers to trust His leadership even when they cannot understand His ways.

According to him, Christians must trust God because He is all-wise and all-knowing, sees beyond human limitations and desires the best for His people. Citing Jeremiah 29:11 and Psalm 23:1–3, he emphasised that God’s guidance is purposeful and that believers must remain confident in His plans even when their circumstances suggest otherwise.

Apostle Obuobi also cautioned Christians to be mindful of their attitude when confronted with trials. Referring to the Israelites’ complaints against Moses out of fear, he urged believers not to surrender to despair but to look beyond their challenges and, by faith, focus on the God who has called them.

He cited Job as an example of steadfastness in adversity, recalling that despite losing his possessions and children, Job did not sin or accuse God of wrongdoing.

The General Secretary further stressed that leaders must offer encouragement rather than discouragement, especially during difficult seasons. Drawing from Moses’ response to the fearful Israelites in Exodus 14:13–14, he explained that leaders must know the God they serve and remain confident in Him to inspire hope in others.

He also urged Christians to move forward in faith, referencing God’s instruction to Moses in Exodus 14:15: “Tell the people of Israel to go forward.” He explained that moving forward requires taking steps of faith even when the way ahead appears uncertain.

Apostle Obuobi assured believers that God is never taken by surprise by the challenges they encounter. He illustrated this with the account of Jesus feeding the five thousand in John 6:1–6, noting that Jesus already knew what He would do before asking Philip where food could be obtained for the crowd.

He encouraged Christians to remain hopeful, maintain the right attitude in adversity and keep moving forward in faith, trusting that God remains in control even when the way ahead appears impossible.

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has challenged Christians to move beyond spiritual experiences and demonstrate the transforming power of the Holy Spirit through meaningful impact in their communities and society.

Apostle Obuobi made the call when he joined the Ghana Police Church at Liberation Crescent, Accra, on Sunday September 27, 2026, as the special guest for its Guests Service in the company of his wife, Mrs Juliana Korkor Obuobi.

According to him, the Holy Spirit was not given to believers merely to speak in tongues, but to empower them to influence their generation positively and leave a lasting legacy for generations yet unborn.

Speaking on the theme, “Called to Make Positive Impact,” Apostle Obuobi said one of God’s purposes for His children on earth is to affect their generation and beyond.

He drew lessons from the early disciples of Jesus, describing them as ordinary people whose encounter with the Holy Spirit transformed their capacity to influence their world.

According to him, after the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples, they moved around doing good, healing the sick and impacting their generation. Apostle Obuobi noted that the same empowerment remains available to believers today.

He explained that God has blessed Christians with the Holy Spirit not only to help them make it to heaven, but also to enable them to have maximum impact.

“God did not give the Holy Spirit to us only to speak in tongues but to empower us to have much greater impact on our generation and the ones yet unborn,” he stated.

Apostle Obuobi stressed that Christians have been equipped by God with the resources, abilities and spiritual gifts necessary to fulfil their purpose.

He noted that believers were not created merely to consume resources, but to make a difference through good works, service and purposeful living.

“You were not created just to consume resources, rather, God designed you to make a difference with your life,” he said.

Drawing from the life of Abraham, Apostle Obuobi explained that God’s promise to bless him was never intended to end with him.

He said God had an objective in blessing Abraham — to bless the entire world through him. He cited Genesis 12:3, where God promised that all the families of the earth would be blessed through Abraham.

He consequently encouraged Christians to view their blessings, positions, talents, resources and opportunities as avenues through which others can also experience God’s goodness.

Apostle Obuobi also challenged believers to recognise that meaningful impact does not come without sacrifice.

He said the level of impact a person makes is directly related to the price and sacrifices that person is willing and able to make.

According to him, believers are often limited in their quest to make an impact because of their unwillingness to make the necessary sacrifices.

Pointing to Jesus Christ as the ultimate example, he noted that Christ’s impact on humanity came at the cost of tremendous sacrifice, including leaving His divine glory, taking human form and becoming obedient to death on the cross.

He also referenced Abraham’s willingness to leave his country, relatives and father’s house in obedience to God’s command as another example of the price that can accompany a life of impact.

The General Secretary reminded the congregation that life is short and that believers must therefore be intentional about fulfilling their God-given assignments.

He cited David, who, according to Acts 13:36, served the purpose of God in his own generation before he died.

Apostle Obuobi urged Christians not merely to pass through life but to leave an indelible mark wherever God has placed them. He emphasised that “our time may be short, but our impact can be great,” encouraging believers to act now and use their lives for the benefit of their generation and those yet to come.

The service brought together members and worshippers of the non-denominational Ghana Police Church for a time of worship, teaching and spiritual reflection, with Apostle Obuobi’s message placing a strong emphasis on translating faith and spiritual empowerment into tangible positive influence.

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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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