Last Sunday, August 25th, Elder Joseph Obiri-Yeboah, the Presiding Elder of Tesano PIWC, delivered an impactful sermon titled “A People of God.” He began by revisiting key points from the previous week’s message before diving into three significant entities that represent God’s people.
Elder Obiri-Yeboah first highlighted the story of Abraham, emphasizing his covenant with God and his extraordinary faith as he embarked on a journey into an unknown land at God’s command. He then discussed the nation of Israel, focusing on their deliverance from slavery with the divine purpose of reflecting Christ and reconciling other nations to God. Lastly, he explored the Church as depicted in 1 Peter 2:9, showcasing how it embodies God’s people in the New Testament era.
Elder Obiri-Yeboah went on to outline the characteristics and life activities that define God’s people. He emphasized that as members of the Church, our ultimate goal should be to have our names written in the Book of Life, as stated in Revelation 21:3. He posed a thought-provoking question to the congregation: “Is your name written in heaven?” He warned that if our names are not registered, we risk being cast into hellfire, urging everyone to live according to God’s word to prevent their names from being blotted out, as mentioned in Revelation 3:5.
The Elder also stressed the importance of regular fellowship, prayer, and study of the Word of God, drawing from Acts 2:42. He encouraged the congregation to prioritize their spiritual commitments over secular duties and personal routines. He highlighted that fellowship is essential for building up the Church, and prayer is crucial for maintaining its unity, as indicated in James 5:16.
In his closing remarks, Elder Obiri-Yeboah urged the congregation to live as people of light, referencing Ephesians 4:23 and 5:7. He encouraged them to lead lives free from sin, which he noted as key to good health and spiritual vitality, supported by Jude 1:20-23. The sermon concluded with an invitation for the congregation to reconcile with God and renew their commitment to living in a way that reflects Christ’s glory and aids in reconciling others to God.’s glory on earth, to restore what was lost in the fall, and to walk in the power and authority bestowed upon them by the Creator.
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