Fasting & Prayer

30. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Thanksgiving, Consecration & National Commissioning Key Scriptures: Psalm 103:1–5 | Romans 12:1 | Isaiah 60:1 (NKJV) DEVOTIONAL REFLECTION Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah to the Most High God! Ebenezer—this is how far the Lord has brought us, and we rejoice and are glad in it. When we began this season of prayer and fasting, it looked like a huge mountain that would never end. In many ways, it reminds us of life its

29. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Effective Evangelism and Outreach (Nations Reached) Key Scriptures: Matthew 28:19 | Acts 1:8 | Romans 10:14–15 DEVOTIONAL REFLECTION Praise the Lord, Church. Gradually—step by step—we are coming to the climax of this long and historic fast. This is a fast we have not undertaken together as a nation before, going the extra mile and stretching beyond the familiar fourteen days. What a beautiful and weighty moment this is

28. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Intentional Discipleship and Spiritual Maturity (Nations Established) Key Scriptures: Ephesians 4:11–16 | Hebrews 5:12–14 | Colossians 2:6–7 Devotional Reflection Sorry church for receiving this devotion a bit late but let’s get right into it. God’s desire is not only that people believe, but that they grow. A discipled Church is a stable Church—capable of influencing society, preserving truth, and establishing righteo

27. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Strong and Godly Leadership (Nations Guided) Key Scriptures: 1 Timothy 3:1–7 | Proverbs 11:14 | Ezekiel 34:2–4 | Hebrews 13:17 DEVOTIONAL REFLECTION Leadership is vital in every institution—whether in the Church, the family, the home, or the workplace. Someone once said, “I am not looking for a hierarchical church,” yet the truth remains that any community without leadership eventually becomes chaotic. God Himself is a

26. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: A Spirit-Empowered Church (Nations Awakened) Key Scriptures: Acts 1:8 | Ephesians 5:18 | Acts 4:31 DEVOTIONAL REFLECTION When we began our ministry here in Basel in 2020, one of the core questions that burdened our hearts was this: How do we raise a Spirit-filled, Spirit-empowered Church? Not a church where people are merely drawn to buildings, programs, or personalities—but a Church where people are drawn to the Spiri

24. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Breaking Negative Habits and Strongholds (Nations Liberated) Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 | Romans 6:14 | Galatians 5:1 DEVOTIONAL REFLECTION Negative habits and strongholds are realities that often hold believers down, limiting spiritual growth, clarity, and effectiveness. A stronghold is not a surface issue; it is something with deep roots, firmly established and not easily uprooted. In this devotion, we are

23. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Divine Wisdom in the Digital & AI Era (Nations Discerned) Key Scriptures: James 1:5 | Daniel 1:17 | Proverbs 2:6 DEVOTIONAL REFLECTION We are living in an age of unprecedented technological advancement. Artificial Intelligence, digital platforms, automation, and vast access to information have reshaped how nations think, work, communicate, and even worship. Knowledge is increasing rapidly, just as Scripture foretold: �

22. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Stirring Up the Gifts of the Holy Spirit (Nations Empowered) Key Scriptures: 2 Timothy 1:6 | 1 Corinthians 12:4–7 | Romans 11:29 DEVOTIONAL REFLECTION God has deposited spiritual gifts, abilities, and divine assignments within every believer for the advancement of His Kingdom and the transformation of nations. No believer is empty, irrelevant, or forgotten. Each of us carries a measure of God’s grace designed to bless

21. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Staying Committed and Consistent (Nations Stabilised) Key Scriptures: Hebrews 10:23 | Galatians 6:9 | 1 Corinthians 15:58 DEVOTIONAL REFLECTION Consistency is the hallmark of a mature Church. Staying committed in prayer, service, and faithfulness ensures that the Church becomes a stabilising influence in nations. When believers persevere, they build spiritual maturity, produce hope in their communities, and guarantee t

20. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Hearing and Obeying the Voice of God (Nations Directed) Key Scriptures: John 10:27 | Isaiah 30:21 | James 1:22–25 INTRODUCTION In my pastoral journey, I often come across people who say, “God told me to do this,” or “God spoke to me about that.” Some even say, “God told me to have this boyfriend or girlfriend,” when they are barely 15 years old. While I believe wholeheartedly that God still speaks today, we must be ver

19. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Being Set Apart: Holiness Unto the Lord (Nations Consecrated) Key Scriptures: Romans 12:1 | 1 Peter 1:15–16 | Leviticus 20:26 God’s call to His Church has always been clear: Be holy. This call is not rooted in religion, fear, or isolation—it is rooted in identity and purpose. In the Hebrew language, the word “holy” comes from Qadosh (קָדוֹשׁ), which means to be set apart, separated, distinct, and dedicated exclusively

17. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: The Godly Home (Families of Nations Restored) Key Scriptures: Malachi 4:5–6 | Joshua 24:15 | Psalm 127:1 (NKJV) Introduction One of the most important and foundational tenets of The Church of Pentecost is our unwavering belief in marriage and family life. This was God’s original design for humanity from the beginning. Scripture declares, “Male and female He created them”—and in that divine order, God had family in mind

16. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Sharing the Love of Christ (Practical Transformation) Anchor Scriptures: Isaiah 58:6–12 | Matthew 25:35–40 | Galatians 6:1 Devotional Reflection The love of Christ is not only something we proclaim—it is something we demonstrate. True spirituality expresses itself through compassion, justice, and practical care for others. Isaiah 58 reminds us that fasting that pleases God is inseparable from acts of mercy, justice, an

16. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Godly Families – Restoring Homes, Restoring Nations Anchor Scriptures: Malachi 4:5–6 | Joshua 24:15 | Psalm 127:1 (NKJV) Introduction Dear Church, I am not quick to say congratulations just yet, because we still have two days to complete our 14-day cycle, and then we continue with another 10 days of intensive fasting and prayer—which means we still have about 12 days left. However, I say this with deep conviction: we a

15. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Sharing the Love of Christ (Healing & Unity of Nations) Anchor Scriptures: Matthew 9:36 | John 13:34–35 | Isaiah 61:1–3 (NKJV) Introduction Yesterday, as we closed church after a powerful prayer and prophetic night, we were reminded of the importance of activating our spiritual weapons of warfare. We saw clearly that the battle we are called to fight is not on Satan’s ground, but from a higher spiritual position as we

14. January 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Living in Anticipation of Christ’s Return (Urgent Harvest) Anchor Scriptures: Matthew 24:14 | 2 Peter 3:9 | Revelation 22:12 (NKJV) Introduction Yesterday, we were deeply blessed by the ministry of Elder Daniel Chachu of ZCC, who taught powerfully on living in anticipation of Christ’s return. He highlighted four vital truths every believer must continually keep before them: the promise, the signs, the errors, and the c

13. Januar 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Living in Anticipation of Christ’s Return (Holy Nations) Anchor Scriptures: Titus 2:11–13 | 1 John 3:2–3 | Hebrews 12:14 (NKJV) Introduction “The deeper we go, the more treasures we discover. Minerals are not found on the surface; they are hidden deep within. So too in fasting and prayer—the deeper we go, the more the unknown becomes known.” — Rev Joseph Antwi As we continue in this sacred season of fasting and prayer,

12. Januar 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Baptism & Infilling of the Holy Spirit (Mission Power) Anchor Scriptures: Acts 2:1–4 | Mark 16:17–20 | Acts 4:31 | Romans 5:5 Introduction Hello, our dear church! We bless God for another wonderful period He has given us. We are in week two of our fasting, hallelujah! Amen. We are grateful to God for the strength He has given us and how He has empowered us in our innermost being. As the Bible says: 📖 “But those who wai

10. Januar 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Raising Spirit-Filled Disciples (Generational & Multicultural Growth) 🌍 INTRODUCTION The heart of God has always been multiplication with purpose. God is not merely interested in addition, but in fruit that remains. Fruit that multiplies across generations, cultures, and nations. Jesus made this clear when He said: “By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples.” — John 15:8 (NKJ

9. Januar 2026 Devotion by Reverend Joseph Antwi Theme: Raising Spirit-Filled Disciples (Nations Discipled) Anchor Scriptures: 📖 Matthew 28:19–20 📖 Acts 2:42–47 📖 2 Timothy 2:2 ⸻ 🌍 INTRODUCTION The standard Jesus Christ established, commanded, and modeled was never crowd-building. His mission was disciple-making. According to Matthew 28, Jesus was far more interested in forming disciples than merely attracting people to Himself. 📖 Matthew 28:19–20 (NKJV) “Go therefore an