The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has stressed that faithfulness—not titles, positions, or accomplishments—is the true basis for divine reward in God’s Kingdom.
He made this statement during a sermon titled “The Faithful Servant and His Reward”, delivered at the retirement service of Pastor Stephen Ayerakwa Gyan and his wife, Mrs. Gladys Ayerakwa Gyan, held on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at the Mamponteng Central Assembly auditorium in Kumasi.
Quoting from Matthew 25:21 and 1 Corinthians 4:2, Apostle Obuobi noted that just as God is faithful, He expects His children—especially those in leadership—to reflect the same trait. “God does not reward titles; He rewards faithfulness,” he stated.
He explained that faithfulness must be viewed from three distinct yet connected perspectives: faithfulness to God, faithfulness to the holy calling, and faithfulness to the institution that offers a platform to serve.
On faithfulness to God, Apostle Obuobi said believers must prioritise their relationship with God in every area of their lives, including how they relate to others. “God must remain our first love and ultimate priority,” he emphasised.
He also described the Christian calling as a holy calling that must not be defiled. “We have been called first into the Kingdom, and then to serve. God expects us to be faithful to this calling and not bring it into disrepute,” he added.
Touching on faithfulness to the Church, the General Secretary urged ministers and church workers to remain loyal to the institutions that have given them the opportunity to serve. “While the calling is from God, it is through the Church that we are given platforms. Therefore, we must not neglect our responsibility to the Church,” he said.
Apostle Obuobi highlighted Daniel 6:4 as an example of unwavering loyalty, referencing the prophet Daniel, whose peers and even the scriptures testified to his faithfulness in service. “A faithful person is dependable, trustworthy, and loyal—they can be counted on in all relationships,” he noted.
Underscoring the characteristics of a faithful servant, he outlined four key traits: obedience, humility, diligence, and commitment. “A faithful servant obeys God and leadership, acknowledges that every opportunity is a gift from God, works diligently with excellence, and remains committed even in adversity,” he explained.
He encouraged believers not to despise small responsibilities, as faithfulness in little things is a strong indicator of trustworthiness in greater ones.
Apostle Obuobi further stated that God’s ultimate reward is tied to one’s faithfulness. Quoting Revelation 2:10, he said, “Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.” He explained that the parable of the talents in Matthew 25 illustrates that God rewards not the quantity of results, but the quality of faithfulness.
“As for the calling and title, God decides; but the outcome and faithfulness depend on us,” he concluded.
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