The Koforidua Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Mike Kwame Etrue, has called on Christians to move beyond mere confession and begin to practicalise making God their refuge and fortress in every aspect of life.
He made this call at the Central Tabernacle in Koforidua during the launch of the 2025 Area Week celebration, held under the theme, “The Lord is My Refuge and Fortress.” Preaching from Psalm 91:1–2, Apostle Etrue emphasised that the Lord Jesus Christ remains ever fortified and ready to save, protect, and sustain His people, but believers must consciously run to Him for safety.
According to him, a life of total trust and dependence on God guarantees divine protection and help, and this must be demonstrated through holy living, obedience, and a consistent prayer life. Quoting Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” – he reminded the congregation that protection is not just found in knowing about God, but in dwelling with Him.
Apostle Etrue explained that God’s refuge manifests in three key ways; He is a hiding place in times of fear, an escape route in times of temptation, and a strong defender in times of trouble. “When life becomes uncertain, God calms our storms. When temptation comes, He offers a secret place of escape. And when trouble strikes, He surrounds us with His presence and fights for us,” he stated.
He further urged Christians to cultivate a personal relationship with God through prayer, worship, and devotion, noting that those who consistently abide in God’s presence experience His peace and security. “Protection comes not from hearing about God but from living with Him,” he added.
The Koforidua Area Head also extended the message of refuge beyond believers, stressing that God remains a fortress for all who turn to Him for salvation. He therefore charged the congregation to “go and tell” the world about the saving power of Jesus Christ. “It is our duty to point people to this solid refuge we have in Jesus, to tell the world that Jesus saves,” he said.
The launch service was marked by intense prayer and worship, as members interceded for their families, the Church, and the nation. The weeklong Area celebration, which runs from Tuesday, November 4 to Sunday, November 9, features preaching sessions, dawn broadcasts, rallies, personal and squad evangelism, prayer meetings, and fellowship activities across local, zonal, and district levels.
Report by Koforidua Area Media Team
