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The Nkawkaw Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr Philip Osei-Korsah, has urged Ghanaian youth to refrain from spiritualising mental health issues and instead seek professional counselling for a balanced and fulfilling life.

Speaking on the topic, “Mental Health Among Young People” during the 2026 PENSA Ghana Conference at KNUST on Saturday, January 3, 2025, Apostle Dr Osei-Korsah stressed that while prayer remains essential, maintaining sound mental health requires practical knowledge to manage stress, anxiety and difficult emotions.

He warned that failure to address mental health concerns can lead to severe consequences affecting health, relationships, careers and overall quality of life. Citing World Health Organization statistics, he noted a 6.34 per cent prevalence of mental health challenges among those aged 20 to 29, with studies showing that eight per cent of tertiary students suffer depression.

Apostle Dr Osei-Korsah highlighted rising cases of depression, anxiety, substance abuse and suicidal behaviour among young people. He further identified gambling and betting as major contributors, revealing that 43.6 per cent of young gamblers experience depression, while 68.6 per cent suffer anxiety.

Debunking myths around drug use for academic performance, he outlined key causes of mental health challenges, including poor stress management, low self-esteem, identity struggles, toxic parenting, neglect, domestic violence, academic pressure and unhealthy social media competition.

He cautioned against the pressure to appear strong online, stating: “Strength is not the absence of struggle, but the courage to speak, seek support and heal.” 

Quoting 1 Peter 5:7, he encouraged believers to cast their cares on God while emphasising the importance of devotion and professional help.

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Apostle Dr Dela Quampah, Area Head of Teshie-Nungua, has urged Christians to embrace work as a sacred act of stewardship, stressing that genuine Christianity must be lived out faithfully even within a secular environment.

He delivered this message, “Living Spiritually in a Secular Environment: Approaching Your Job as a kingdom Assignment”, on day two of the 2026 PENSA Ghana Gospel and Power Conference at the PCC Centre, drawing inspiration from Colossians 3:23–25. Apostle Quampah explained that Christianity is fundamentally about stewardship – responding to human needs while activating and optimising God-given creativity for His glory.

According to him, work is not a punishment but a divine opportunity through which believers develop self-discipline, moral values, and accountability. He emphasised that every human being is blessed with talents that must be diligently used to honour God. Christians, he said, must work wholeheartedly, with commitment and passion, recognising that God assesses not only actions but also attitudes toward work.

Apostle Quampah noted that within Christian theology, particularly from the Protestant tradition, there is no sharp distinction between spiritual and secular work. He encouraged believers to enjoy their work and be excited about it, citing Jesus’ act of washing His disciples’ feet as an example of humility and service. He cautioned against despising work, stressing that it is not work that degrades people but idleness that impoverishes individuals and communities.

Touching on values essential for Christian living, he highlighted hard work, productivity, and responsible spending as virtues every believer must uphold. He reminded participants that life requires effort and courage, urging them to confront challenges boldly rather than retreating in fear. He further explained that being economical is not synonymous with stinginess but reflects wise stewardship and frugality.

Apostle Quampah cautioned against misusing religion as an excuse for idleness, referencing 2 Thessalonians 3:10–11 to underscore that prayer and fasting alone do not meet practical needs. He stressed the dignity of labour, noting that all forms of work – manual or intellectual – have value and deserve respect.

On responsible behaviour, he urged believers to accept responsibility for their choices, face their mistakes with moral courage, and learn from failure. He lamented the pervasive impact of corruption on national development, describing it as a threat to justice, integrity, and the moral fibre of society.

He also called for time consciousness, advocating “divine punctuality” over the often-excused culture of lateness in Africa. Additionally, he encouraged financial literacy, long-term investment, and compassion toward the poor, noting that poverty is sometimes the result of unforeseen circumstances.

Apostle Quampah concluded by urging believers to uphold integrity, live out their faith boldly in the workplace, share the Gospel ethically, and actively stand against corruption while advocating for the vulnerable as faithful stewards of God’s grace.

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The Northern Regional Coordinating Committee (RCC) Coordinator and Tamale Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle John Budu Kobina Tawiah, has asserted that young people constitute the energy and resource centre of the Church.

Speaking at the Tamale Centre of the 2026 PENSA Ghana Conference, held at the University for Development Studies (UDS), Apostle Tawiah urged the youth to take full advantage of the conference to equip themselves for service.

He emphasised that the conference should not be regarded as just another meeting but as a unique opportunity to participate in a purposeful divine assembly.

According to him, PENSA conferences over the years have served as platforms for igniting students to fulfil their calling and engage in the Great Commission.

He remarked: “They have become seasons of refreshing and spiritual upliftment, during which seasoned ministers of God deliver life-changing messages and holistically equip young men and women for service. I believe this year will be no exception.”

Reflecting on the theme, “The Church Unleashed to Transform Society Through the Gospel and the Power of the Holy Spirit,”Apostle Tawiah explained that it was strategically chosen to position the student front of the Church to actively participate in preaching the Gospel in the power of the Holy Spirit.

He noted that the Church is undoubtedly in the era of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, as prophesied in Joel 2:28–29 and fulfilled on the Day of Pentecost in Acts 2.

“Since then, the Holy Spirit continues to capture many for the fulfilment of end-time ministry,” he said, adding that both Scripture and contemporary experience abound with examples of young men and women who have availed themselves for God’s use.

Apostle Tawiah cited the impact of PENSA outreaches nationwide, which have won thousands of souls and transformed countless lives. He referenced 1 John 2:13–14, where young men are commended for their strength, their grounding in the Word of God, and their victory over the evil one.

He admonished that no youth in the Church can afford to remain passive in this latter-day move of the Spirit, stressing, “Let us see this conference as an opportunity to be reminded, equipped, and unleashed to preach the Gospel in the power of the Holy Spirit, as we seek to transform society with the values and principles of the Kingdom of God.”

Apostle Tawiah advised participants to prayerfully engage in all sessions with the expectation of being prepared to play their part in the Possessing the Nations agenda. He cautioned them against roaming about or engaging in unprofitable conversations that could undermine the purpose of their attendance.

He further encouraged them to consider the resources invested by both the Church and themselves and to maximise the benefits of the conference.

Report by Lawrence Nana Kwame Asiamah, Youth Ministry Publicity