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An Associate Minister There is a worrying situation in most churches which needs to be carefully discussed and addressed. It is a situation which exists between lead pastors and their associates. A lead pastor who is regarded as the founder of a church, on one hand, is often well catered …

There are two important entities that show that a person belongs to Christ Jesus. These two must be found in the heart of every true Christian. They are the Word of Christ and the Spirit of Christ. Jesus Christ categorically pointed out that, “…‘IF YOU ABIDE IN MY WORD, YOU …

It is regrettable that many of us, Christians, fail to grow out of carnality and allow our flesh, with its evil tendencies, lusts, cravings, and pleasures, to dominate us. We, thus, open the door wide to the enemy and give him access to our lives. Putting on love is a …

One key command in the Bible for Christians to keep is to “study” (2 Timothy 2:15). The word “study” in the context of the Scripture is to diligently read the Scriptures and other related books. This means that not only must Christians individually read their Bibles, they must also spend …

Leading Pastors of Pentecostal and Charismatic churches in Africa are fighting over doctrinal differences, leading to discouragement among immature believers. The disagreement which was started in Africa’s populous nation, Nigeria, between popular televangelists is spreading across the entire continent and beyond. While a section of Christians believe that the situation …

People who label pastors as lazy are ridiculous. Those who blurt that being a pastor is the easiest way to make money are ignorant and speak from the world of darkness. Unbelievers would like to hype discussions about pastors’ successes, and not their sufferings. Nothing prevents anyone from being one. …

  We Christians use two keys words in relation to our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. They are Church and Christianity. This short article seeks to state some factual differences between the two words to deepen the knowledge of Christian believers. First of all, the word “Church” is found …

The writer Jesus Christ began to build the Church by raising people’s appetite for the Word of God, teaching men how to pray and build intimacy with God, making them disciples for the salvation of the lost, excising the gifts of the Holy Spirit on men for their well being …

Many African churches are spending huge sums of money to put up impressive church buildings. Lead pastors who supervise these church buildings are often praised for good job done. Of course, it is important that a church gets a decent place to meet and worship God, but care must be …

    The Bible talks about the house of God or the house of the Lord. Remember that God is a Spirit and so it is God’s Spirit who lives in this house on the earth. We know that the Christian God neither lives in a tree, mountain, river nor …

  Do you yearn for a church experience that’s more than just going through the motions? Are you seeking a deeper connection with God during worship? If so, then these two books published by Pastor James Quansah are for you!  Copies are available. Pastors will greatly enjoy and recommend the …

Most Christians have their marriages officiated by ordained ministers who lay hands on the newly wedded couples and bless them. The officiating minister quotes from the Bible and preaches to the couples as well as all the guests the mind of God concerning marriage. Even before the day comes for …

Dr. Emmanuel Twumasi-Ankrah, a servant of Jesus Christ and a lecturer at the Christian Service University writes a short poem which highlights the role of a good father. It is a personal reflection on who a good father is. It communicates an inner appreciation of a father by a person …

  God reveals His will to humanity throughout the Bible, but most of us disregard it. Those who argue that they do not know the will of God ought to blame themselves because they do not like to read their Bible or attend teaching services. Many doze off as soon …

  True Christian ministry is about knowing and doing the will of God. There is nothing else. When Jesus taught His disciples the method of prayer or how they should pray, He asked them to pray: “Your kingdom come, YOUR WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven” …

  The one major problem facing the Church today is the proliferation of fake men of God in the pulpits. They also call themselves apostles, bishops, prophets and other revered titles and oversee churches. This makes it very difficult for ignorant, immature and unsuspecting Christian believers to identify and distance …

  It is very difficult for many Christians to differentiate between a true man of God and a false man of God. What makes it difficult is the fact that both of them use the Bible, put on similar clothes, preach and pray in the name of Jesus Christ and …

There are ministers of God who may be referred to as guides or ‘role models’ in ministry. They are quite different from fathers in Christ. Most often, they do or they did not have direct personal relationship with young ministers who learn from them. But their ministries serve as guides …

  Many Pastors and Christians have been doing great works in the name of the Lord. We have been used to preach the gospel to save souls, plant churches, counsel people, heal the sick and minister to various needs of people.   We have done all these, thinking that God …

We have established that walking in love involves understanding and embracing God’s unconditional love for us, which empowers us to love God, ourselves, and others, and to forgive one another and ourselves. God has already made provisions in Christ for us to live under His abundant life, benefits, and promises …

Many Christians especially those in Africa see pastors officiating wedding ceremonies at church meetings and they they think it is a responsibility God has placed on them. In 2003, when pastors officiated my wedding ceremony at a church meeting, I thought my wife and I as well as the pastors …

  The two dominating faiths in the world, Christianity and Islam, are both fans of Jesus. Christians believe that Jesus is the son of God, hence the Christ. Paradoxically, the Islamic community agrees that Jesus is the Messiah and that He will come again to take believers to heaven, but …

  We welcome you to C.L.C. an organisation and place where Christ is exalted and His disciples are encouraged to develop Christ consciousness and character for ministry. The Lord Jesus C hrist is the  Supreme builder of His Church, His body. He builds the Church upon Himself, about Himself and through Himself for the glory of the Father. However, our …

    Some ministers of the gospel think that ministry gifts such as apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers are independent of one another. Others suppose that some of the offices are higher in rank than others. For instance, they are of the view that apostles are positioned higher, considering …

In a previous article, we explored the origins and meanings of the Reverend title used by most Christian pastors. But many church leaders have, over the years, criticised the use of the title. This article, therefore, seeks to examine the views expressed by some of the leaders to guide young …