Assin Adiembra District Celebrates Marriage Blessing Of 16 Couples web

Assin Adiembra District Celebrates Marriage Blessing Of 16 Couples

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In a joyous celebration, the Assin Adiembra District of The Church of Pentecost in Assin Foso Area, witnessed the marriage blessing of 16 couples on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

The momentous occasion, held at the Assin Adiembra Central Auditorium, was a testament to the church’s commitment to promoting healthy and biblical marriages. The ceremony not only celebrated the union of the 16 couples but also served as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of biblical marriage.

Under the leadership of Pastor Ebenezer Obuade, District Minister and Area Counselling Ministry Coordinator, the ceremony was well-attended by ministers and their wives, led by the Area Head, Pastor Eric Asare, who officiated it.

Pastor Louis Martin Gaisie’s sermon, ‘Unleashed to Stand on the Pillars of Marriage to Transform Your World,’ provided a poignant reminder of the essential pillars of a thriving marriage. His exposition of Genesis 2:18-24 highlighted the significance of: Acceptance: Embracing one’s partner as a suitable helper, just as Adam accepted Eve without compulsion; Trust: Cultivating trust, exemplified by Adam and Eve’s unashamed nakedness before the Fall; Respect: Building marriage on mutual respect, as Christian couples are called to esteem and honour one another, and Love: Demonstrating selfless love, as Adam’s willingness to die for Eve illustrates the depth of Christ’s love for His church (Ephesians 5:25-33).

As Pastor Gaisie emphasised, marriages built on these four pillars have the potential to transform not only the couple’s world but also the wider community.

In an exclusive interview with some of the couples who had been together for over 30 years, their ecstatic reactions to having their marriages blessed under the ordinance were evident. The couples expressed their gratitude to the church for providing them with the opportunity to formalise their unions, as the event was fully sponsored by the Assin Adiembra District.

This ceremony will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the couples and the wider community, inspiring a new generation to build their marriages on the unshakeable foundation of God’s word.

Report by Pastor Enoch Amoah

Life Without Christ Is Crisis – Mrs Yeboah Tells Unbelievers web

Life Without Christ Is Crisis – Mrs Yeboah Tells Unbelievers

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The District Women’s Ministry Leader of the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC)-Graceland, in the Teshie-Nungua Area of The Church of Pentecost, Deaconess Mrs Eunice Yeboah, has stated that anyone who does not have Christ leads a life full of crisis. 

According to her, ‘A Christless life is a hopeless life.’ Mrs Yeboah made this statement during a sermon at the just ended Easter convention held by the PIWCs and Worship Centres of the Teshie-Nungua Area at GHACEM Park, Sakumono, Accra.

Speaking on the theme, ‘The Crucified Christ is Alive,’ taken from Acts 3:14 and Ephesians 4:1, on the evening of Saturday, April 19, 2025, she urged people to have an experiential knowledge of Jesus Christ.

‘You can be saved irrespective of your background, status, achievements, or level of education in society,’ she emphasised.

Mrs Yeboah noted that some people are still living unworthy lives and, as a result, do not experience God’s blessings and benefits. She entreated them to repent from any kind of sin they are living in, since those who sin will not inherit the kingdom of God (1 Corinthians 6:9-11).

‘Jesus is coming again, and a time is coming when you will either belong to heaven or hell. Take advantage of Jesus’ death to give your life to Him so that your salvation is assured. If you miss heaven, you cannot miss hell. Heaven is a place of glory, gold, and peace,’ she reiterated.

Mrs Yeboah referenced Isaiah 53:5, explaining that Jesus Christ was pierced for the transgressions of humanity, crushed for their iniquities, and the punishment that brought them peace was upon Him, and by His wounds, believers are healed. She further explained that according to John 3:3, unless one is born again, they cannot see the kingdom of God.

‘When you accept Jesus, there is a certain exchange in the spiritual and physical realms that changes your status. Allow the Holy Spirit to move you to a place of glory,’ she said.

‘Jesus Christ is alive because the tomb is empty,’ she declared, adding, ‘Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need’ (Hebrews 4:16).

She enumerated some of the benefits of accepting the Lord Jesus as Saviour, including eternal life, a future, and a hope (Colossians 3:27).

‘God has a glorious inheritance for you; do not let Him pass you by this Easter convention,’ she concluded.

The service was intergenerational, with various ministries and choirs from the worship centres ministering in songs.

Report by Isabella Gyau Orhin

The Resurrection Is The Cornerstone Of Our Faith – Apostle Wilberforce Nkrumah-Agyeman web

The Resurrection Is The Cornerstone Of Our Faith – Apostle Wilberforce Nkrumah-Agyeman

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The Teshie-Nungua Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Wilberforce Nkrumah-Agyeman, has reiterated that the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of the Christian faith.

‘This affirms that death has been defeated and that eternal life is available to all who believe,’ he said.

Apostle Nkrumah-Agyeman made this statement on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at PIWC–Sakumono auditorium during the English Zone Easter convention of the Pentecost International Worship Centres and the Worship Centres in the area.

According to Apostle Nkrumah-Agyeman, Christ’s crucifixion was not surrounded by religious grandeur or ceremony; instead, it occurred in the most humiliating and desolate circumstances.

‘Our God is alive, and this reveals a poignant truth about the nature of Christian life and what truly matters in the Christian journey,’ he said.

Speaking on the theme for the convention, ‘The Crucified Christ is Alive,’ and referencing scriptures from Acts 3:15 and Revelation 19:11, Apostle Nkrumah-Agyeman recounted the story from Acts 3:15 of the paralytic man at the Beautiful Gate of the temple for 40 years.

He prayed for the congregation to receive the Beautiful Gate experience, saying, ‘Whatever is troubling you, receive the Beautiful Gate experience. Whatever God has said about you will surely be established in the mighty name of Jesus.”

Touching on the lessons gleaned from the death of Jesus Christ, Apostle Nkrumah-Agyeman said the crucifixion is actually the pathway to life and victory. He also stated that God’s ways and purposes often subvert human expectations, transforming pain and death into hope and life.

‘Salvation is accessible to all, including the marginalised and sinners, represented by the thieves on the cross. No one is beyond redemption,” he added.

He encouraged the congregation to give their all in serving the Lord, emphasising the transient nature of life.

‘We will leave everything behind when we die. In the end, we cannot take our wealth, status, or achievements with us; we will leave it all behind,’ he said.

He further stated that Jesus Christ was not crucified in a cathedral between two candles but on a cross between two thieves. This means He identified with human beings, choosing to suffer shame so that humanity can enjoy the blessings from heaven.

He stated: ‘Jesus bears our pains, sorrows, and agony, and He always identifies with our struggles in life,’ he said.

He cautioned the Christians to have a good heart devoid of jealousy, revenge, hate, and other social vices, and to embrace love, kindness, and the virtues that make one a good Christian.

Report by Isabella Gyau Orhin

Resurrection Power Unites Believers Cith Christ – Apostle Kumi-Larbi web

Resurrection Power Unites Believers With Christ – Apostle Kumi-Larbi

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The former General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Alexander Nana Yaw Kumi-Larbi, has revealed that the resurrection power of Christ unites believers and assures them of eternal life and spiritual elevation, sharing in His victory over sin and death.

Apostle Kumi-Larbi, who is an Executive Council member and current Ashaiman Area Head of the church, said this on Sunday, April 20, 2025, during the climax of the Ashaiman Area 2025 Easter Convention held at Kakasunaka No. 1 Park, Michel Camp.

Speaking on the theme, ‘The Empty Grave: A Sign of the Resurrection Power,’ he indicated that Jesus Christ uniquely prophesied His death and resurrection, distinguishing Him from all other religious figures.

Referencing Matthew 12:38–40, he drew parallels between Jonah’s three days in the belly of the whale and Jesus’ resurrection on the third day, highlighting the fulfillment of prophecy and the divine nature of Christ’s mission.

‘The empty tomb is not just a historical fact; it’s the cornerstone of our faith,’ Apostle Kumi-Larbi declared. He cited 1 Corinthians 15:1–8 to affirm that the Christian’s belief is anchored in the death and resurrection of Jesus, events corroborated by multiple eyewitness accounts, including appearances to Mary Magdalene, Peter, James, and over 500 others.

Addressing the skepticisms surrounding the resurrection, Apostle Kumi-Larbi refuted theories suggesting that Jesus merely fell into a coma, that His body was stolen, or that witnesses experienced hallucinations. He pointed to John 19:33–34, which details the piercing of Jesus’ side, as evidence of His actual death, thereby validating the miracle of His resurrection.

‘The resurrection is God’s affirmation of Jesus as His Son and our Saviour,’ he stated, adding, ‘It guarantees our own resurrection and signifies Christ’s ultimate victory over death.’

Drawing from Colossians 3:1–4 and Ephesians 2:6, Apostle Kumi-Larbi encouraged believers to live in the reality of their union with Christ, seated with Him in the heavenly realms. He urged Christians to shed sinful behaviours and embrace a life reflective of their resurrected Lord.

‘Because the tomb is empty, we have every reason to celebrate,’ he said, adding, ‘Let us live as people transformed by the resurrection, embodying the hope and power it brings.’

The Area Head joined the Michel Camp Zone, which comprises the Goshen, Michel Camp, and Gbetsile Districts.

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The Story Of Easter Is Trustworthy, Full Of Truth – Apostle Kwafo Affirms web

The Story Of Easter Is Trustworthy, Full Of Truth – Apostle Kwafo Affirms

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The National Coordinator of the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo, has declared that the story of Easter is not a folklore but trustworthy and full of truth.

According to him, the purpose of Easter includes the journey from Gethsemane to Jerusalem, where the disciples received the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Without these key events, he stressed, the celebration of Easter is incomplete, saying, ‘This story is not a folktale.’

He said this during the Mamprobi Zone 2025 Easter Convention in the Dansoman Area held at the Mamprobi Worship Centre (MWC). 

Speaking on the theme, ‘The Purpose of the Death of Jesus” (Hebrews 2:10, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4), Apostle Kwafo stated that the message of Easter has the power to transform the dead into life, turn drunkards into resourceful individuals, and bring healing and restoration.

He underscored that the Easter story encapsulates the suffering of Jesus from Gethsemane through to Golgotha. The suffering of Christ did not end at the cross; it continued through His resurrection and post-resurrection encounters with the disciples – culminating at Bethany, where He ascended into glory.

Citing Isaiah 6:1, ‘It was in the year King Uzziah died that I saw the Lord,’ he encouraged the Christians to believe that they, too, would testify of divine interventions in their marriages and lives during this year’s convention, saying, ‘The visitation of the Lord will come upon us all. May this convention draw us closer to Jesus.’

He further urged Christians to proclaim the Easter message to the nations. Reflecting on the events at the tomb, he referenced Luke 23:39-43, affirming: ‘Jesus died, resurrected, ascended into Heaven, and will come again.’

He addressed common misconceptions about Easter, stating that while many may argue that Jesus who was crucified is not the true Son of God, ‘This Jesus is the one who suffered during Easter. He is the Son of God – God Himself – who humbled Himself to be born of the Virgin Mary through divine fertilization.’

Referencing Luke 23, Apostle Kwafo painted a vivid picture of Jesus’ journey to the cross. He outlined the purpose of Jesus’ death, emphasising that Jesus came to destroy Satan and his works.

‘Since the creation of Adam, life has been temporary and death permanent. No descendant of Adam has reversed this pattern, until Jesus. He changed the record: ‘Death is temporary, but life in Him is eternal.’”

He further stated: ‘Anyone who accepts and believes in Christ receives eternal life, for Christ has disarmed the power of sin and death.’

Apostle Kwafo affirmed that ‘the death of Jesus has fully dealt with sin, sickness, generational curses, joblessness, and more. To overcome these, we must exercise our faith in Christ.’

He concluded with a bold declaration: ‘If God does not and cannot sin, then we, as Christians, cannot live in sin. Any Christian who continues in sin is not a true member of the body of Christ. We are not slaves to sin because we are born anew in Christ.’

In attendance were Mrs Agartha Agyei Kwafo, wife of HUM Coordinator, the pastorate of the Mamprobi Zone, officers and members of the church.

Report by Lawrence Nana Kwame Asiamah, Media Head – Chemunaa District

Kete-Krachi Children's Easter Convention Attracts 21,535 Attendees, Saves 480 Souls web

Kete-Krachi Children’s Easter Convention Attracts 21,535 Attendees, Saves 480 Souls

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The Kete-Krachi Area of The Church of Pentecost held its Maiden Children’s Easter Convention at the district level, experiencing a great visitation of the Spirit of the Lord.

The three-day convention was held under the theme, ‘Jesus Christ, The Perfect Sacrifice For Sin,’ based on Hebrews 9:27-28, John 1:29, and 1 Peter 1:18-20.

Sanctioned by the National Children’s Ministry Directorate, the convention is part of the ‘Win, Wean, and Unleash’ agenda of the Children’s Ministry aimed at raising children holistically and grooming them to uphold the church’s time-tested practices.

The well-planned event attracted 21,535 attendees, including 12,082 children, 410 teachers, 33 ministers and their wives, and 8,977 other adults. Additionally, 480 souls were won, comprising 429 children and 51 adults, while 429 individuals (373 children and 56 adults) received the baptism of the Holy Spirit, evidenced by speaking in tongues. Furthermore, 110 children and 70 teens were dedicated and baptised in water.

A key highlight of the convention was the implementation of the Pent 3000 project, in partnership with the Home and Urban Missions, aimed at showing Christ’s love to vulnerable children by providing them with nutritious food.

Overseer Bernard Anyan Appiah, the Area Children’s Ministry Leader, commended the Area Head, Pastor Charles K. Fosu, the ministers and their wives for their support and active involvement. He also commended the Children’s Ministry Directorate for encouraging this initiative.

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Jesus Came to Save, Not to Condemn Sinners – Apostle Samuel Obuobi web

Jesus Came to Save, Not to Condemn Sinners – Apostle Samuel Obuobi

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Obuobi, has emphasised that Jesus Christ came to earth not to condemn sinners, but to save them from the guilt and consequences of sin.

Delivering a sermon titled “Now No Condemnation” during the Holy Saturday service of the Taifa Zone in the Achimota Area, as part of this year’s Easter Conventions, Apostle Obuobi explained that Jesus is not concerned with the sinful state people find themselves in. Rather, He is focused on redeeming them. “That is why all who put their faith in Him are not condemned,” he said.

Using Romans 8:1 as his foundational text, Apostle Obuobi stated, “There is now no condemnation for those who believe in Christ.” He clarified that to be condemned means to be declared guilty and deserving of punishment.

He pointed out that freedom from condemnation requires two key conditions, that is, being in Christ, and walking according to the Spirit, not the flesh.

Tracing the origin of condemnation to the Garden of Eden, he cited Romans 6:23 and Romans 5:12 to show that humanity fell under condemnation through Adam’s disobedience. “When Adam sinned, all humanity was condemned with him. Death spread to all through his disobedience,” he stressed.

“In the Garden of Eden, mankind was declared guilty and worthy of punishment. That punishment was death—the consequence of disobedience,” he added.

However, Apostle Obuobi proclaimed the good news that in Christ Jesus, humanity has been released from this condemnation. “Through Christ, we are freed from the guilt and punishment of sin,” he said.

He reiterated that Jesus did not come to judge or condemn sinners, but to save them. As a result, those who believe in Christ are no longer condemned but are now justified.

He explained that justification is a remissive act, in which God forgives and cancels sin completely. He further noted that justification is a restorative act, in which the forgiven sinner is restored to God’s favor through the imputed righteousness of Christ.

“God now sees the believer through the lens of Christ. He no longer sees us as sinners, but as righteous. This gives us the confidence to come before Him,” Apostle Obuobi said.

He emphasized that the foundation of justification is the atoning work of Jesus—His death and resurrection—as stated in Romans 5:9 and Romans 4:25. “When a person accepts Christ, God places their sin on Christ and credits them with His righteousness,” he explained.

He further noted that justification does not mean the punishment was simply withheld. “The punishment for sin was executed—but not on us. Jesus took our place and bore the punishment on our behalf,” he said.

Apostle Obuobi concluded with an appeal to those who have not yet accepted Christ to do so, in order to be freed from the guilt and consequences of sin, and to experience the peace that Christ alone can provide.

Believers Are Unstoppable! – Apostle Samuel Obuobi web

Believers Are Unstoppable! – Apostle Samuel Obuobi 

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has declared that the power demonstrated in the resurrection of Jesus Christ makes every believer unstoppable.

Preaching on the topic “The Power of the Resurrection” at the climax of the 2025 Easter Convention of the Teshie-Nungua Area (Teshie Zone) held at Salem Park, Teshie, Apostle Obuobi stated that nothing could hold Jesus back—not the sealed stone, the Roman soldiers, nor the efforts of religious leaders. In the same way, he affirmed, nothing can stop the believer who walks in the power of Christ.

“Every attempt was made to prevent Jesus from rising,” he said. “Religious authorities schemed, and the enemy strategised to keep Him in the grave. But all of it failed. The power of God triumphed over every opposition.”

Quoting 1 Corinthians 15:14, Apostle Obuobi emphasized that the resurrection is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. “If Christ had not risen, our faith would be futile, and the gospel would be meaningless,” he explained. “But because He rose, we have a living hope and a firm foundation.”

He noted that the resurrection is not just a historical event but a present reality that assures believers of victory over sin, Satan, and death. The same power that raised Jesus from the dead, he stressed, is active and available to every believer today.

“The strategy of the devil was to keep Jesus in the grave permanently,” he said. “But God displayed His surpassing power by raising Him back to life. That power still works today—it lives in us!”

Apostle Obuobi also highlighted the resurrection as a guarantee of the believer’s future resurrection. “Death is not the end for the Christian,” he said. “Just as Christ rose, we too will rise again (1 Corinthians 15:21-22).”

He urged Christians to walk in the confidence that the Spirit of the Living God dwells within them, and that Christ reigns now and forever. 

Apostle Obuobi concluded by inviting those who have not yet accepted Christ to do so without delay, assuring them that encountering Jesus is the only way to experience the true power of the resurrection.

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Jesus Is The Only Gateway To Heaven – Apostle Okyere Anti Asserts

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The Resident Minister for Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC)-Graceland in the Teshie-Nungua Area of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Felix Okyere Anti, has declared that the only gateway to heaven for all people on earth is through Jesus Christ.

He made this assertion during the opening day of the 2025 Easter convention for the PIWCs and Worship Centres in Teshie-Nungua Area, held at GHACEM Park, Sakumono, Accra.

Speaking on the first day of the convention on Thursday, April 17, 2025, Apostle Anti narrated the genesis of the fall of man in the Garden of Eden and how God, through His son Jesus Christ, has redeemed humanity from the shackles and claws of the devil.

Reading several scriptures, including Genesis 1:26-28, Romans 3:23, John 14:6, Hebrews 9:22, and 2 Corinthians 8:9, he urged Christians to continue believing in Jesus Christ, who is the gateway to heaven.

‘Whoever believes in Jesus will be saved,’ he said, adding, ‘The Son of God became the Son of Man to redeem humanity and reconcile us back to divinity.’

According to Apostle Anti, God created mankind out of love and is still pursuing man to come back to Him. In the fullness of time, God sent His Son to redeem mankind. He also mentioned that Jesus was born to set man free from sin.

“Men are under oppression, but Jesus says, ‘Come to me, all who are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.’”

Apostle Anti urged believers to draw near to Jesus Christ, as He has the power to free sinners from sin, heal all diseases, illnesses, and infirmities, and give life to lifeless things.

He concluded by challenging the people to come and experience the life Jesus offers, saying, ‘If your beginning is small, if you accept this Jesus, your end will be great.’

The convention comprises the two PIWCs in the area, PIWC-Sakumono and PIWC-Graceland, along with other worship centres, namely Daniel K. Annan, S. K. Ayinor, and Thomas Nyarko Worship Centres. The theme for the convention is: ‘The Crucified Christ is Alive,’ taken from Acts 3:15 and Ephesians 4:1.

Report by Isabella Gyau Orhin

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Put On The New Man Created In God – Apostle Nyamekye Charges Christians

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has urged Christians to avoid being slaves to fear and to embrace the new man created in God.

According to him, the covenant surrounding the death of Jesus is meant to deliver humanity from its enemies so that they can serve God fearlessly, in holiness and righteousness.

Apostle Nyamekye spoke on the theme “Destiny Changer” at the New Tafo Zone Easter Convention on Friday evening, April 18, 2025, held at the Krofrom M/A School Park.

Touching on the anchor text of the theme, Deuteronomy 21:18–21, Apostle Nyamekye explained that Jesus’ death on the cross of Calvary was a deliberate act of God to fulfill the punishment of a disobedient son under the law of Moses, substituting the rebellious lifestyle of man for His magnificent life.

‘The law demanded that if someone has a stubborn and rebellious son who does not obey his father and mother and will not listen to them when they discipline him, his father and mother shall take him to the gates of the town. After defining his charges, the men of the town are to stone him to death to purge the evil from among you,’ he explained.

He established that because Pilate found nothing wrong with Jesus and wished to free Him. In an attempt to salvage the situation, Pilate chose to invoke the annual criminal release provision; however, the Jews instead selected the prisoner Barabbas and demanded to change the inscription on the cross, ‘THE KING OF THE JEWS,’ which did not hold.

‘The King of the Jews was written on the cross when He was hung on the tree, and the Jews demanded an alteration. However, Pilate rejected their plea, saying, ‘What is written is written.’ This means that every writing by God in your favour cannot be altered,’ he corroborated.

The Chairman affirmed that everything has been made new by Christ’s death, and that it is best for believers to put on the new man and walk in Him because all written ordinances against the old man have been nailed to the cross.

Apostle Nyamekye assured believers that with the perfect work on the cross, they can live lives free from fear. He further encouraged believers to never be afraid but to overcome the devil’s cunning by praying and reading God’s word consistently.

‘Many people serve Jesus out of fear. They wear amulets and rings as protection. We must observe that every house has its own issues, yet if anybody is in Christ, he is a new creation,’ he said, adding, ‘The knowledge that Jesus alone has justified you is sufficient to not be afraid.’

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