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True Transformation Begins From Within – Her Honour Deaconess Bempong

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Circuit Court Judge and Prison Ministry Advocate, Her Honour Deaconess Sarah Nkansah Bempong, has called on believers to pursue deeper fellowship with the Holy Spirit, stressing that lasting transformation begins from within through the power of the gospel.

Speaking on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the Prison Associates’ Conference (PRISACON), at the Pentecost Convention Centre, Gomoa-Yesukrom, on the topic, “The Transforming Power of the Gospel and the Infilling of the Holy Ghost,” she explained that the gospel of Jesus Christ remains the power of God that brings salvation and complete transformation to all who believe.

According to her, the transformation produced by the gospel begins first in the unseen realm before it manifests outwardly in a person’s life and character.

“The gospel is the power of God that brings salvation to all who believe,” she stated.

Drawing from Ephesians 2:6, she noted that humanity once fell from a glorious position through sin, but the gospel restores believers and transfers them from the kingdom of darkness into the kingdom of light.

She further explained that the transforming work of Christ extends beyond salvation to the renewal of personality, character, and conduct.

Referring to 1 Corinthians 6:19, Deaconess Nkansah Bempong stressed that God gave believers the Holy Spirit to dwell within them so that inward transformation would be reflected outwardly in their lives.

“God brought His Holy Spirit to live within us so that something on your inside will work on your outside,” she explained.

She stated that believers who are filled with the Holy Spirit become more sensitive to the voice and promptings of God, especially in moments of temptation and spiritual conflict.

According to her, the absence of the Holy Spirit’s influence often results in continuous warfare between the desires of the flesh and those of the Spirit.

She therefore encouraged participants to intentionally seek the infilling of the Holy Spirit through prayer, fasting, and consistent study of the Word of God.

“The prayer that produces the infilling of the Holy Ghost is a tarrying prayer,” she emphasised.

Deaconess Nkansah Bempong also urged participants to depend on Christ for strength to resist corruption, bribery, and sinful lifestyles, stressing that genuine encounters with God deepen one’s prayer life and spiritual discipline.

She concluded by encouraging prison associates to remain committed to spiritual growth and intimacy with God, noting that lasting transformation is sustained through continuous fellowship with the Holy Spirit.

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PENTSOS Director Encourages Ex-Offenders To Embrace Entrepreneurship

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The Director of Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS), Pastor Benjamin Asare Yeboah, has encouraged prison associates to embrace entrepreneurship as a practical pathway to economic independence, dignity, and successful reintegration into society.

Speaking on Friday, May 22, 2026 at the Prison Associates’ Conference (PRISACON) at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC) Gomoa-Yesukrom on the topic, “Entrepreneurship: Engaging in a Profitable Venture That Can Be Sustained and Expanded,” Pastor Asare Yeboah acknowledged the challenges many ex-offenders face after leaving prison, particularly social stigma, unemployment, and limited opportunities for reintegration.

According to him, the inability of many ex-offenders to secure employment contributes significantly to recidivism, noting that societal rejection and economic hardship often push individuals back into crime.

He, however, encouraged participants not to surrender to societal limitations but to intentionally create opportunities for themselves through entrepreneurship and skills development.

“You do not need society’s permission to create value for yourself,” he stated.

Pastor Asare Yeboah urged prison associates to start small, remain disciplined, and build trust gradually within their communities.

He explained that the first few months after release are critical, stressing the importance of reconnecting with family, demonstrating responsibility, and engaging in honest work, no matter how small the beginning may appear.

“Consistency is the proof of change people will believe,” he emphasised.

According to him, entrepreneurship offers ex-offenders an opportunity to rebuild confidence and regain dignity without depending entirely on formal employment systems.

He encouraged participants to identify needs within their communities and use available skills, talents, and resources to provide services and generate income.

Touching on personal development, Pastor Asare Yeboah highlighted discipline, honesty, creativity, patience, and persistence as essential qualities for building sustainable businesses.

He also advised participants to avoid reckless spending, manage money wisely, and protect themselves from common financial scams.

The PENTSOS Director further identified several vocational and technical fields currently in high demand in Ghana, including electrical work, welding, plumbing, refrigeration and air-conditioning services, auto mechanics, carpentry, masonry, solar energy installation, fashion design, and heavy equipment operation.

He noted that small businesses such as thrift clothing sales, phone accessories, home cleaning services, and local food vending could be started with relatively low capital.

Pastor Asare Yeboah also highlighted various interventions by PENTSOS and The Church of Pentecost aimed at empowering unemployed persons and vulnerable groups through skills training and entrepreneurship support.

According to him, PENTSOS has established vocational and community-based skills training centres across the country, including centres within prisons and correctional facilities, to equip individuals with practical employable skills.

He further explained that the organisation collaborates with local artisans and vocational masters to provide community-based apprenticeship opportunities in trades such as fashion design, carpentry, and plumbing.

Despite the stigma often associated with ex-offenders, Pastor Asare Yeboah urged participants not to allow their past to determine their economic future.

“Entrepreneurship is more than making a living; it is reclaiming your dignity, rebuilding your life, and bringing lasting value to your community,” he stressed.

He concluded by encouraging participants to remain focused, disciplined, and determined in their pursuit of transformation and economic stability.

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The Gospel Still Has Power To Transform Lives – Apostle Dr Nuekpe

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An Executive Council member of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr Dieudonné Komla Nuekpe, has stated that the transforming power of the gospel remains a living testimony that Jesus Christ still saves, restores, renews, and gives hope to the hopeless.

He made the assertion on behalf of the General Secretary of the Church, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, on Thursday, May 21, 2026, during the opening session of the Prison Associates’ Conference (PRISACON) currently underway at the Pentecost Convention Centre, Gomoa-Yesukrom.

Describing the conference as a divine platform for transformation, Apostle Dr Nuekpe, who is the La Area Head of the Church, emphasised the life-changing power of the gospel.

“The transforming power of the gospel is a testimony that Jesus still saves, restores, and renews and gives hope to the hopeless,” he said.

He explained that the message of Christ reaches beyond social boundaries to restore those who have been broken and rejected by society.

Reaffirming the Church’s belief in the inherent value of every human being, he stressed that all persons are created in the image of God regardless of their past.

He cited biblical examples such as Moses, who was once a fugitive but later became God’s instrument for delivering Israel from bondage, and Apostle Paul, who persecuted the Church yet became one of the greatest apostles of Christ.

According to him, these examples demonstrate clearly that God does not define people by their past, but by His purpose for their future.

He further emphasised that the Church, in line with its Vision 2028 agenda, is committed to an inclusive mission that reaches all people groups without exception.

“No group of people should be excluded from the transformational agenda of the Kingdom of God,” he stated.

Apostle Dr Nuekpe also underscored the importance of extending ministry beyond church walls into prisons and rehabilitation centres.

“We must go beyond the walls of the church to bring hope, healing, restoration, and transformation to all people,” he noted.

Referencing Luke 4:18, he described the Prison Ministry as a central expression of the Church’s mandate rather than a secondary assignment, calling it a strategic platform for demonstrating Christ’s saving power among the marginalised.

Touching on the challenges faced by ex-offenders, Apostle Dr Nuekpe noted that reintegration into society remains one of the greatest difficulties confronting former inmates.

According to him, many struggle with stigma, emotional trauma, social isolation, and low self-esteem, while others are denied opportunities not because they lack potential, but because society refuses to offer them a second chance.

He, however, stressed that God, in His boundless grace, always gives humanity another opportunity, and, therefore, believers must also demonstrate the love and compassion of Christ to all people.

“Transformation must not only be preached from the pulpit but demonstrated through love, support, and skills training,” he stated.

He further explained that God does not merely save people from something, but saves them for a purpose, adding that every transformed believer becomes an instrument through which God demonstrates His power.

“Never allow your past to imprison your future,” he cautioned participants, encouraging them to embrace restoration and purpose in Christ.

He concluded by reminding attendees that every life carries value and has the potential to become a testimony of God’s grace and transforming power.

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