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A 55-year-old fetish priest, Mr Bonupuoh Derbiere, also known as Owusu JM, has made a remarkable transformation by giving his life to Jesus Christ after over 20 years of idol worship.

Derbiere, who resides in the Birifoh in the Wa Area, was a prominent figure in his community, claiming to be next to God and attracting numerous followers to his shrine.

For two decades, he practiced soothsaying and served as a spiritual guide for many. However, in 2020, his life took a drastic turn when he fell ill.

Despite seeking treatment at various hospitals in the region, his condition worsened, leaving him bedridden for four years. He became increasingly dependent on his wife and children for mobility.

On September 23, 2024, a significant turning point occurred when the Babile District minister of The Church of Pentecost,Overseer James Wettey, and his team visited Derbiere’s home to share the Gospel and pray for him. By divine intervention, Derbiere rose from his bed and began walking, attributing his recovery to the power of the Holy Spirit whom the team had presented to him through their message.

As a result of this miraculous healing, Derbiere and seven members of his household embraced Christianity.

In a powerful act of renunciation, they discarded all idols from their home—a surprising collection that filled nearly an entire room.

The community has reacted with joy and amazement at this transformation. Many view it as a testament to the power of faith and redemption.

Derbiere expressed gratitude for his newfound faith and encouraged others who may be struggling with similar challenges to seek hope in Christ.

Report by Babile District Media Team

Elder Enoch and Mrs. Monica Mba of the Sapeliga District in the Bawku Area of The Church of Pentecost joyfully welcomed their first child, a baby boy, on June 4, 2024, after six years of marriage.

The couple, married on May 18, 2018, faced significant challenges on their path to parenthood, including social stigma, mockery, and two consecutive miscarriages.

In a heartfelt testimony, the Mbas expressed deep gratitude for the grace of God that sustained them through their trials.

With the support of family and believers, they persevered through adversity, and their third pregnancy resulted in the joyful arrival of their newborn son.

Elder Enoch Mba remarked, “We had much love for each other despite these challenges, which strengthened our bond.”

The District Minister, P/Overseer Victor Gyesie, officiated the christening ceremony and delivered an inspiring message on the theme “Parenthood is a Ministry.”

Drawing from Genesis 18:19, he emphasised the importance of guiding children in the way of the Lord, likening it to Abraham’s calling.

P/Overseer Gyesie encouraged the congregation to remain thankful for God’s timing in their lives, stating, “The Lord is watching and trusting that we will obey His will to fulfill His promises.”

The Mba family’s journey serves as an uplifting testament to faith and resilience, illustrating the profound joys of parenthood that can follow perseverance through challenges. May the Lord who has done it for them do it again for those believing Him for similar testimony.

Report by Sapeliga District Media Team, Bawku Area

David-Denise Kwasi Antwi, a member of The Church of Pentecost in the Sampa District of the Berekum Area, lost all his property in a fire that gutted his apartment in Sampa, the capital of Jaman North District in the Bono Region.

Miraculously, the only items that survived the blaze were his two Bibles – one for himself and one for his son.

According to Antwi, the incident occurred on September 2, 2024, at around 4:00 pm while he was away. He lost all his possessions, including GHS 12,050.00, furniture, clothes, a television set, and more.

The whole Sampa community is particularly astonished by how the two Bibles, placed in different locations in the room, remained unscathed. Antwi explained that his personal Bible was on a bag placed on a table. Both the table and the bag were burnt beyond recognition, yet the Bible remained intact. Similarly, his son’s Bible was untouched, despite everything around it being completely destroyed.

In an interview with PENTECOST NEWS, Antwi, though heartbroken, said the incident has strengthened his faith in the Bible, affirming it as truly the word of God. He noted that while one can lose all material possessions accumulated over many years, the word of God, as represented by the Bible, is indestructible.

Pastor Samuel Akuamoah Boateng, the Sampa District Minister of The Church of Pentecost, confirmed the incident to PENTECOST NEWS. He mentioned that a Muslim neighbour was so amazed by the survival of the Bibles that she now believes in the power of the Bible as the word of God.

Pastor Boateng has appealed to the church community to support Brother  Antwi, who is in dire need of assistance to rebuild his life.

Firefighters are still investigating the cause of the fire.

PENTECOST NEWS

A man at Porkon near Sawla in the Savannah Region of Ghana surrendered his life to Jesus Christ and allowed his magical charms to be burnt when he encountered Jesus Christ.

Kwasi Matthew was said to have come to the premises of the Porkon Assembly of The Church of Pentecost in the Garkuon District of the Sawla Area during the church’s Lord’s Supper Week Revival Programme on July 30, 2024.

During the service, the District Minister, Overseer Micaiah Edwin Cudjoe, prayed for him. Kwesi then confronted the Overseer Cudjoe after the prayers about his gods [magical charms] which had made life miserable and unbearable for him and was ready to give it up to be destroyed.

The Overseer Cudjoe, together some members of the church, went to Kwesi’s house, collected the charms, prayed over it and burnt it.

To the glory of God, Kwesi Matthew accepted Christ and got baptised in water. He is now a freed man in Christ.

PENTECOST NEWS

Overseer Enock and Mrs Helina Tawiah, the Ave-Dakpa District Minister of The Church of Pentecost in the Aflao Area, have welcomed a baby boy after eight years of childlessness, attributing their blessing to divine intervention and prayer.

During the christening ceremony of the baby at Ave-Dakpa Central church auditorium, on August 1, 2024, the couple shared their joyous testimony. According to them, despite six years of medical interventions, they found no solution. However, after dedicating themselves to full-time ministry in 2022, they focused on prayer and ministry.

When they visited Apostle Michael Agyen Brefo (Aflao Area Head) and his wife, Ophelia, at Aflao, they shared their childless situation with them. Apostle Brefo and his wife prayed fervently for them, assuring them of a divine visitation that would bring joy to their faces. By God’s grace, Helina conceived and gave birth to a healthy baby boy on May 15, 2024, at Ho Government Hospital.

The couple expressed their profound gratitude to God, saying, ‘We have come to the realisation that the biblical stories about Sarah and Hannah are genuine and not mere myths.”

Apostle Michael Agyen Brefo, dedicating the child, encouraged Christians to trust God for perfect gifts, emphasising that God’s delay is not denial. He prayed for those yearning for children to receive divine visitation and share their testimonies soon.

The ceremony was attended by Aflao Area pastorate and ministers from other denominations, celebrating the couple’s blessing and testifying to God’s faithfulness.

Report by Pastor Francis Lamptey, Aflao Area Reporter

A 41-year-old man who had been practicing idol worship for 15 years has surrendered his life to Christ and given up his idols to be burned.

This spectacular occurrence took place during a two-day outreach organised by the Sekesua District of The Church of Pentecost at the Afuafie Community from Thursday, May 16, to Friday, May 17, 2024, to mark this year’s Pentecost Week.

The programme was marked by signs and wonders as the power of the Holy Spirit came mightily upon the people.

In one of the teaching services led by Overseer Christian Peprah Adjei, the District Minister, the fetish priest was convicted by the Holy Spirit, resulting in his decision to submit to the Lordship of Christ.

Along with the elders, the district minister led him to accept Jesus Christ as his Lord and Saviour and prayed for him.

Consequently, the man underwent water baptism by immersion and has since begun fellowshipping with the Afuafie Assembly of the Church. Two other new converts were also baptised in water with him to the glory of God.

Report by Agormanya Area Media Team.

Members of the Gethsemane Assembly, Otsenkorang District in the Agona Swedru Area of The Church of Pentecost, recently witnessed an extraordinary testimony of God’s healing power, involving Deacon Daniel Matey, who had his miraculous healing experience during one of the Communion services.

The incident and struggle

Deacon Matey had been suffering from a debilitating condition for the past ten years following a fatal accident he had which maimed his left hand and waist area. This condition became known to the entire church and the community. Despite numerous medical interventions and prayers, the healing seemed distant.

The moment of healing

One memorable communion service, after the District Minister, Overseer Solomon Boadi, had delivered the sermon and led the congregation in the Lord’s Supper, an incredible event unfolded.

Deacon Matey recounted his experience: ‘After the sermon my pastor preached and led us to take the Lord’s Supper, just after I took in the bread and wine, I felt a very sharp electrifying shock in my whole body. It felt like a doctor touched my body and started putting the bones back. My body and both shoulders started shaking, and within seconds, the sharp pain in both my shoulders just vanished.

‘To the glory of God, my whole body was restored that very day. Now I can work, and I can lift up my hands to the glory of God.’

This miraculous event did not go unnoticed, as the entire church and the community members, who were aware of Deacon Matey’s long-term struggle, witnessed his instant healing.

His testimony has strengthened the faith of many and stands as a powerful reminder of God’s miraculous healing power and His presence in the lives of His people.

Deacon Daniel Matey’s testimony is a testament to the power of faith and the sacraments. His healing, after ten years of suffering, serves as an inspiration and encouragement to all.

We give all glory to God for this miraculous healing and for continuously manifesting His power and love in the church. Let us continue to trust in God’s promises and His ability to heal and restore. May this testimony remind us that with God, nothing is impossible.

Report by Otsenkorang District Media Team.

Mr Domo-Erinuu and his wife, Esther, have been blessed with a child after 11 years of marriage, a testament to the power of faith and perseverance in the Lord.

The couple, who worship at New Senchem Assembly in Wassa Senchem District in Twifo Praso Area of The Church of Pentecost, got married in 2014, with the expectation of starting a family immediately. However, after several years of waiting without any signs of having a child, they underwent various fertility tests, but all efforts proved futile.

Despite the challenges, the couple remained hopeful, and their faith was rewarded with a bouncing baby girl, after 11 years of marriage.

The joy of this miracles was celebrated at a christening ceremony of the baby girl on April 14, 2024, where the District Minister, Overseer Albert Kojo Quaicoe, spoke on the importance of raising children in the fear of God.

Overseer Quaicoe, using the Bible text from Genesis 18:18-19, emphasised the need for parents to ensure their children grow up with the principles and values of God, so they can become responsible members of the church and society.

He also cautioned that the waywardness of children can lead to the discontinuation of God’s blessings in a family as seen in the cases of Eli, the high priest and Samuel, the prophet in the Bible. He, therefore, advised parents to be deliberate in grooming their children to be upright, obedient and God-fearing.

The ceremony was attended by the wife of the district minister, Mrs Dorcas Quaiko, and other dignitaries.

The couple’s story serves as an inspiration to those who may be going through similar challenges, reminding them that with faith and perseverance, even the most seemingly impossible dreams can come true.

Report by Joseph Smiles Adu.