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Only Christ Can Cleanse – Prophet Beditor Reveals

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The Obuasi Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Prophet David Kankam Beditor, has called on believers to depend solely on Jesus Christ for forgiveness and salvation, stressing that no one can cleanse themselves from sin.

Speaking on Saturday, April 4, 2026, during the Obuasi Area’s 2026 Easter Convention at the Obuasi Bidieso Zone on the topic, “Divine Exchange,” he explained that Jesus Christ, though sinless, took upon Himself the sins of humanity to bring redemption.

Quoting 1 Corinthians 5:21, Prophet Beditor noted that Christ “knew no sin” yet became sin for mankind, making it possible for believers to receive righteousness through Him.

Drawing from Leviticus 14, he likened the condition of a sinner to that of a leprous person in the Old Testament—unclean, isolated, and unable to restore themselves.

“In the Old Testament, a leprous person was considered unclean and was cast outside the city because of the contagious nature of the disease. They could not declare themselves clean; they had to present themselves to the priest for approval,” he explained.

He stressed that just as lepers depended on the priest for cleansing, sinners today must turn to Jesus Christ, who serves as the ultimate High Priest.

“The one who does not know Christ is like a leprous person. You cannot cleanse yourself. You must present yourself to Jesus, our High Priest, who alone can declare you free,” he stated.

Prophet Beditor further affirmed that Jesus Christ is the only one with the authority to forgive sins and grant victory over death.

“God has given Him the power over death and Hades. He alone has the authority to forgive sins and set us free,” he added.

He concluded by urging believers and non-believers alike to rely fully on Jesus Christ for forgiveness and transformation, describing Him as the only gateway to true spiritual freedom.

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Christ Paid Humanity’s Debt in Full, Apostle Acheampong Declares

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The Effiduase Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Stephen Okyere Acheampong, has assured Christians that Jesus Christ has fully paid the debt of sin, emphasising that believers no longer owe anything for their salvation because Christ has completed the work of redemption.

He gave this assurance at the climax of the Effiduase Zone Easter Convention, held at the forecourt of the Ebenezer Assembly on Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Drawing from Colossians 2:13-14, Isaiah 53:1-4, 2 Corinthians 5:21, and John 19:28-30, Apostle Acheampong explained that salvation involved a divine transaction in which Jesus paid the full price for humanity’s sins. According to him, Christ’s declaration on the cross that “it is finished” signifies that the payment for sin has been completed, leaving nothing more for humanity to settle.

He noted that although Christians have no debt to pay for their salvation, they can demonstrate gratitude to God through offerings, worship, songs of praise, and by dedicating their entire lives to His service. He urged believers to live faithfully with the expectation of the Lord’s return.

To illustrate his message, Apostle Acheampong used the analogy of a convicted prisoner who must either serve a sentence or pay a fine before being released. He explained that until a penalty is fully served or paid, freedom cannot be granted. In the same way, he said, judgment came upon humanity in the Garden of Eden as recorded in Genesis 3, making mankind prisoners of sin under the bondage of Satan.

He further explained that just as a prisoner cannot free another prisoner, no human being could save another from the penalty of sin, which leads to death. Humanity, he noted, could not meet God’s standard of holiness because of sin and therefore could not stand justified before Him.

According to Apostle Acheampong, it was for this reason that Jesus Christ came to suffer on behalf of humanity to secure their release from the penalty of sin. He stressed that Christ’s finished work covers the past, present, and future, assuring believers of complete salvation.

Concluding his message, Apostle Acheampong encouraged Christians to remain bold in their faith and to confront the enemy with confidence, reminding them to declare “it is finished” whenever they face spiritual opposition.

The event was attended by the Member of Parliament for New Juaben North Constituency, Hon. Nana Osei Adjei, and the immediate past Municipal Chief Executive for New Juaben North, Hon. Comfort Asante.

Report by Ezekiel Korletey, Effiduase Area

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Christ’s Resurrection is The Greatest Miracle in History – Chairman Declares

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has described the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the greatest miracle in human history.

He made this statement during a Resurrection Sunday service at the Obuasi Bidieso Zone in the Obuasi Area, where he emphasised that the event remains the foundation of Christian ministry and the ultimate demonstration of God’s power.

Speaking on the theme, “The Legacy of the Resurrection of Christ,” Apostle Nyamekye explained that legacy refers to a lasting impact or enduring inheritance. He noted that Christ’s resurrection represents the abiding results and spiritual heritage of His redemptive work.

“The legacy of the resurrection is the enduring impact of Christ’s victory over death,” he stated.

He stressed that the resurrection is the central truth of the gospel and the core of the Christian faith, adding that Christ’s power to lay down His life and take it again is unmatched.

Apostle Nyamekye acknowledged that the resurrection can be difficult for the natural mind to comprehend, often leading to skepticism. However, he maintained that it remains the sustaining power of the believer and the basis for effective Christian ministry.

He further explained that Christ’s death and resurrection provide deeper understanding of Old Testament practices, including animal sacrifices and symbolic elements such as the scarlet thread.

Addressing events surrounding Christ’s burial, he noted that both human and spiritual forces attempted to prevent the resurrection, referencing the sealing and guarding of the tomb. Despite these efforts, he affirmed that God’s power prevailed.

He also dismissed claims that the resurrection was fabricated, insisting that it is a well-attested historical fact. He cited the empty tomb, the grave clothes, Christ’s post-resurrection appearances, and His ascension as compelling evidence.

Apostle Nyamekye urged believers to live as witnesses of the resurrection through transformed lives.

“The surest proof of the resurrection is a changed life,” he concluded.

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“The Cross Of Christ Brings Salvation And Redemption To Humanity” – Pastor Nelson Adu

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The Resident Minister for the James McKeown Worship Centre (JMWC) in the Sakumono Area of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Nelson Adu, has emphasised that the cross of Jesus Christ carries a message of salvation and redemption for all who believe in Him.

He made this assertion when he delivered a sermon on Friday evening, April 2, 2026, during the Easter Convention organised for the English Zone of the Sakumono Area. The convention forms part of this year’s Easter celebrations held under the theme, “The Crucified Jesus Christ Has Risen,” based on Matthew 28:2-7, Mark 16:5-7, and Luke 24:6-7.

Speaking on the sub-theme, “The Journey from the Garden of Eden to the Garden of Gethsemane,” Pastor Nelson Adu drew significant parallels between the two biblical gardens and highlighted the spiritual benefits humanity received through the events at Gethsemane. He explained that while the fall of humanity occurred in the Garden of Eden, the decisive defeat of Satan began in the Garden of Gethsemane, referencing Genesis 3:1-26 and Matthew 26:36-56.

According to him, Adam sinned in Eden, but Jesus Christ, described as the last Adam, suffered in Gethsemane to atone for the sins of humanity. He noted that although Adam and Eve failed in Eden, Jesus triumphed in Gethsemane through His obedience to God’s will. Pastor Nelson further explained that the troubles, pain, sorrow, sickness, and death that began in Eden found their answer in Gethsemane, where Jesus bore the burdens of humanity and secured joy, deliverance, salvation, and life for all believers.

He also highlighted other contrasts between the two gardens, noting that the conflict in Eden took place during the day, while the struggle in Gethsemane occurred at night. He added that while humanity was lost through Adam’s fall in Eden, victory was secured in Gethsemane through Christ’s submission. He further explained that whereas Adam was cursed to labour and sweat because of sin, Jesus’ intense agony in Gethsemane caused His sweat to fall like drops of blood upon the cursed ground, symbolising redemption.

Pastor Nelson Adu concluded by recounting the arrest of Jesus in Gethsemane, explaining that He was taken before Annas and later Caiaphas, where He was falsely accused and condemned despite His innocence. He stressed that Christ endured these trials for the sins of humanity, culminating in His crucifixion for the redemption of mankind.

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Christ’s Death Brought Salvation And Victory, Apostle Nuekpe Declares

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Apostle Dr Dieudonne Komla Nuekpe, La Area Head and Executive Council Member of The Church of Pentecost, has stated that Christians do not mourn the death of Jesus Christ but celebrate it because it brought salvation and victory to humanity.

He made this assertion while preaching on Good Friday morning during the 2026 Easter Convention held at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC) Zone in the La Area.

According to Apostle Dr Nuekpe, the death of ordinary individuals in many communities often results in division, lasting pain, sorrow, and defeat. However, he explained that the death of Jesus Christ produced a different outcome, bringing salvation and hope to all mankind.

He emphasised that Christians celebrate rather than mourn because the death of Jesus secured victory for humanity. He noted that the death of Christ marked a turning point for mankind, replacing sorrow with joy through the salvation made available to all who believe in Him.

Using Matthew 28:1-7 as his main scriptural reference, Apostle Dr Nuekpe structured his message around the cause of Christ’s death, the significance of His death, the proof of His resurrection, and the responsibility that follows His sacrifice.

He explained that Jesus died to grant humanity forgiveness of sins, reconciliation with God, and the promise of eternal life. According to him, these blessings demonstrate the depth of God’s love for mankind and the victory secured through Christ’s sacrifice on the cross.

The 2026 Easter Convention in the La Area was organised across six zones under the theme, “He Is Risen! That I May Transform Society Through the Gospel and the Power of the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:6).

The PIWC Zone brought together members from PIWC Kokomlemle and PIWC French, Accra, for a joint convention conducted in both English and French languages. The gathering provided an opportunity for members from diverse linguistic backgrounds to worship together and reflect on the significance of Christ’s death and resurrection.

Report by Pastor Daniel Nana Sei Mensah, La Area Media Committee Chairman

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Believers Made Alive Through Christ’s Death – Apostle Tawiah

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The Tamale Area Head of The Church of Pentecost and member of the Executive Council, Apostle John Budu Kobena Tawiah, has stated that believers have been made alive through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ on the cross.

He delivered the message during the climax of this year’s Easter Convention of the Tamale Central District, held under the theme, “Died with Christ, Alive with Him” (Romans 6:5–8, 11).

Apostle Tawiah traced the theological foundation of the theme to Romans Chapter Five, where the Apostle Paul explains how sin entered the world through Adam and spread to all humanity, while grace came through the death of Jesus Christ for the justification of those who believe (Romans 5:12–15). He noted that in Romans Chapter Six, Paul cautions believers against continuing in sin under the excuse of abundant grace (Romans 6:1–2).

According to Apostle Tawiah, believers are called to live above sin because they have died to it. “If we have died to sin, we cannot continue to live in it,” he stated, citing Romans 6:6 and 1 John 3:9. He explained that through Christ, believers have died, been buried and resurrected into a new life.

He further explained that water baptism symbolises this profound spiritual experience, with immersion into water representing burial and rising from it (Romans 6:4). As a result, the believer who has been crucified with Christ no longer lives according to the old way of life but walks in newness of life, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17.

Apostle Tawiah highlighted several transformations that accompany this new life in Christ. These include dying to the old self (Colossians 3:3–5), crucifying the former way of life (Ephesians 4:22–24), deliverance from the power of sin, and participation in the resurrection life of Christ (Romans 6:5; Ephesians 2:4–6). He stressed that believers have received a new identity created in the likeness of God and must allow themselves to be continually transformed into that image (Ephesians 4:24).

He noted that every believer has a past life, referred to as the “old self,” but through Christ, believers are being conformed to the image of the Son of God (Romans 8:29). Just as Christ took on human nature, believers are being transformed towards a divine character, he explained.

The Tamale Area Head further urged believers to live resurrected lives, empowered to overcome sin and reflect transformed living. Because believers are seated with Christ in heavenly places, he encouraged them to set their hearts and minds on things above (Ephesians 2:6; Colossians 3:1–3; Philippians 3:20). He cautioned against the corruption of the world, stating that resurrected believers are called to live distinct and holy lives.

He concluded by urging believers to demonstrate through their daily conduct that they have truly been made alive in Christ, showing evidence of being a new creation.

Present at the service were Mrs Agartha Tawiah, wife of the Area Head; Pastor Jonah Sei and his wife Grace; as well as officers and members of the Tamale Central District.

Report by Tamale Area Media Team

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Agona Swedru Area Head Declares Victory Of Christ’s Finished Work

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The Agona Swedru Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Adjei-Nimako Darkwa, delivered a message centred on the theme, “It Is Finished,” drawn from John 19:28–30, during the Good Friday session of the Area’s Easter Convention.

Expounding on the significance of Jesus’ final words on the cross, Pastor Darkwa explained that the term “finished” originates from the Greek word Tetelestai, a term commonly used in accounting to signify that a debt had been fully paid. He noted that Christ’s declaration was not an expression of defeat but a triumphant proclamation that the debt of sin owed by humanity had been completely settled.

According to the Area Head, the death of Jesus Christ signified that every sin had been judged and the full price for humanity’s redemption had been paid at the cross. He emphasised that Christ accomplished His divine mission on earth without leaving any unfinished work regarding salvation. “It is finished,” he explained, represents a victorious conclusion to God’s redemptive plan rather than a lament over failure.

Pastor Darkwa further explained that humanity’s need for salvation began with Adam’s disobedience, which brought sin upon the human race and resulted in separation from God. He noted that this separation led to condemnation and spiritual distance from the Creator, highlighting the gravity of sin’s consequences on mankind.

He also reflected on how, during the Old Testament period, God instituted laws and various sacrifices to manage sin among the Israelites. These included major offerings such as burnt, grain, fellowship, sin, and guilt offerings, as well as other related sacrifices performed regularly. However, he pointed out that these sacrifices only provided temporary covering for sin and foreshadowed a greater and permanent solution.

Drawing attention to Christ’s ultimate sacrifice, Pastor Darkwa stated that the numerous sacrifices of the Old Testament pointed to Jesus Christ, whose death and resurrection provided the perfect and final offering for sin. He explained that through Christ’s finished work, believers now have direct access to God and can approach Him with confidence and praise.

He concluded by highlighting the significance of Christ’s death and resurrection, noting that through His sacrifice, humanity has been redeemed from sin, reconciled to God, delivered from the power of Satan, and freed from the curse of sin. The message served as a reminder to believers that the declaration “It is finished” stands as a testimony of victory, redemption, and the completeness of God’s saving work through Jesus Christ.

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The Resurrection Is The Believer’s Living Hope – Apostle Obuobi Affirms

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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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Christ Fulfilled Messianic Prophecies Beyond Human Expectation – Apostle Dr Nyansah Hayfron

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The Tarkwa Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr. David Nyansah Hayfron, has highlighted the extraordinary fulfilment of Messianic prophecies in Jesus Christ, describing it as a divine mystery that surpassed human expectations.

Speaking at the climax of the 2026 Easter Convention at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Tarkwa on Sunday, April 5, 2026, he explained that although the Jewish people anticipated a Messiah, many found it difficult to accept that one person could fulfil the numerous prophecies spoken about Him.

According to Apostle Dr Hayfron, more than 300 prophecies pointed to the coming Messiah—covering His lineage, mission, and authority—all of which were fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

He noted that the Jews expected a purely human leader, a descendant of King David, who would restore the Davidic kingdom, unite Israel, and establish global political rule. However, he explained that God’s plan went far beyond these expectations.

“God worked through a complex divine agenda to bring salvation to humanity because sin is not cheap,” he stated.

Apostle Hayfron further indicated that through Christ, God transformed the criteria for belonging to His people—from physical descent and outward practices to inward transformation through faith.

“In the New Testament, being part of God’s people is no longer about lineage, but about the circumcision of the heart,” he emphasised.

He added that through salvation in Christ, God has fulfilled His promise of gathering all people, with believers now forming a spiritual community described as “living stones” being built into God’s eternal kingdom.

He concluded that Jesus Christ remains the centrepiece of God’s redemptive plan, perfectly fulfilling prophecy while opening the way for all humanity to become part of God’s family.

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Christ Alone Breaks the Power of Death – Apostle Dr. Nyansah Hayfron Declares

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The Tarkwa Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr David Nyansah Hayfron, has proclaimed that only Jesus Christ holds the power to deliver humanity from the grip of death, emphasizing that life outside God inevitably leads to destruction.

Speaking during Day Three of the 2026 Easter Convention at the Nsuta Zone on Saturday, April 4, 2026, and preaching from Acts of the Apostles 4:7–12, Apostle Dr Hayfron stressed the eternal nature of life in God, contrasting it with death, which he described as a temporary but destructive force that entered humanity through disobedience.

“Life is in God, and because God is eternal, life is eternal. Death, however, is not eternal—it has a beginning and an end,” he stated, adding that death remains an enemy of humanity that God will ultimately destroy.

Apostle Dr Hayfron explained that death operates wherever there is an absence of life in God, likening it to darkness, which only exists in the absence of light. According to him, sin distances humanity from God, thereby exposing individuals to spiritual death.

Referencing the fall of man, he noted that although humanity was created mortal, God never intended for mankind to die. He explained that God’s instructions to Adam and Eve were meant to preserve life, but disobedience opened the door to death. He further cautioned against false teachings that contradict God’s word, drawing parallels to the serpent’s deception in the Garden of Eden.

Apostle Hayfron lamented that many believers today prefer messages that soothe their ears rather than confront sin, warning that such tendencies open the door for spiritual decline. He also criticized the growing influence of secular humanism, which, he said, promotes human reasoning above God while offering false assurances of success.

“Any development that ultimately destroys a person is not true development,” he stressed, highlighting the total depravity that resulted from the fall of man, which, he said, affects every aspect of human life.

Touching on the reality of spiritual death, he described individuals who appear outwardly successful but are inwardly empty, fearful, and restless. According to him, without Christ, humanity remains trapped in a cycle of unfulfilled pursuits, as people seek meaning through worldly pleasures and achievements that cannot satisfy the soul.

Drawing from the account of Book of Job, he illustrated that even the righteous may face trials, noting that Job’s suffering demonstrates that adversity can befall anyone. However, he emphasized that believers in Christ have a greater hope—assurance of eternal life and victory over death.

He concluded by urging Christians to deliberately cultivate their salvation through the Word of God, stressing that only through Jesus Christ can sin be overcome and true life attained.

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