SERMON TITLE: A CALL TO SPIRITUAL TRANSFORMATION
AND NATIONAL RENEWAL
SYNOPSIS
In this sermon, Papa Enoch urges the church to change in mind, spirit, and work
habits, trust God’s control, live righteously, and pray for Ghana’s healing and
progress.
TRANSCRIPTS
I’ve come today to share some thoughts with you, and I pray that you open your
ears and hear what the Lord would have us know about ourselves. When I
arrived, the Lord began to speak about addressing us as the Ghana Evangelical
Society. So today is Ghana Evangelical Society Day, and I ask you to listen
attentively.
Father, we thank You and praise You. To You be all the glory. We dedicate our
lives as vessels of hope, as living sacrifices, with works, prayers, and deeds that
are a sweet-smelling savor unto You. We pray, Lord, that You grant us what we
need to continue on this long journey of being a blessing to You—our God, our
Creator, our Savior Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit, our friend and companion
in mission. Open the doors of heaven to us. Though we are few, we are a
mighty force in Your sight. We believe in You, the I Am that I Am. So we
commit ourselves once again to You, the Most Holy One. Write Your truth in
our hearts, minds, and spirits, that our very lives may tell a new story—one that
speaks to the human race and the new thing You desire to do in creation. May
Your name be praised now and forevermore. Amen.
Praise the Lord.
In this moment, I’ve been reflecting on our labor—not just my own life, but the
collective labor of this house. I’ve lamented at times, but I’ve come to realize
that God is in control of all things. He alone knows what He is doing. We need
not worry excessively, but rather commit all things to Him and allow Him to do
what pleases Him.
It is in this spirit that we’ve been called to observe this week as a special week
of prayer—preparing ourselves for service to God, to our nation, to our people,
to Africa, and to the world. The Lord has a great vision for the human race, and
it is for this cause that Jesus came. Over the years, the Father, the Son, and the
Holy Spirit have worked together in joyful cooperation to bring to pass the
eternal purposes of our God.
The church is made up of people called out of the human race—chosen by God
not only to portray His goodness and mercy, not only to show forth His majestic
glory and power, but to restore creation: heaven and earth, all things under the
earth, in the seas and waters. God desires to do a new thing—to reveal Himself
to His creation and to reorder the affairs of creation from the current state to a
higher level of glory.
It is sometimes sad to reflect on this mystery: that God has such a great vision
for humanity, and yet many do not understand it. Jesus Christ, the divine spirit,
was released for the purpose of redemption and restoration of creation, and to
establish the kingdom of God on earth. In the beginning, this divine spirit was
called the Word. Through the Word, all creation came into being.
The Bible tells us that the Word took on human nature and was given a name—
Jesus. The name Christ was added to distinguish Him from others named Jesus
and to reveal His divine dimension. Paul described this as a mystery. The Holy
Spirit echoed this in 1 Timothy 3:16: “Great is the mystery of godliness. God
was manifest in the flesh, seen of angels, and believed on in the world.”
John also recorded that the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we
beheld His glory—the glory of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and
truth. This divine spirit, revealed in human form, portrayed the grace and truth
of God. He was without form or comeliness, yet He carried the fullness of
Godhead bodily.
Ephesians 3 and Colossians 1 affirm that this spirit was before creation, and
through Him all things were made. In Him, all things consist. He is the mystery
behind creation.
This mysterious divine spirit has revealed Himself to humanity and desires to
dwell within us—to transform us and impart the divine nature. If any person
desires to walk in godliness, to live a life acceptable and joyful to the Creator, it
is this spirit who makes it possible. When He indwells us, He transforms us into
beings of unimaginable glory and honor.
It is unthinkable what we become when we receive Him. Though we may see
ourselves as sinners, as nobodies, as hopeless and doomed to death, He sees us
differently. When we allow Him to take control of our lives, He elevates us to a
level beyond imagination—immeasurable and glorious.
Of course, you are born in sin—condemned to death, burdened by curses and
condemnation. You struggle with yourself, trying to accomplish things you’ve
envisioned, only to realize you cannot. You abandon projects, ideas, and
plans—things you once hoped to achieve—because no matter how hard you try,
you can’t seem to get close. Hallelujah.
When you look at yourself, you may feel worthless. You see others who appear
powerful and successful, and when you compare yourself to them, you feel
inadequate. But Scripture says, “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. Old
things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.” This is a
mystery. The Christian journey is not one of vanity or self-indulgence—it is a
mysterious, divine transformation.
Today, many preachers present Christianity as a means to feel good, enjoy
worldly pleasures, and command wealth and influence. But that is not the
gospel. When you see people performing theatrics—throwing limbs, claiming
divine instruction for bizarre acts—you must discern the spirit behind it. If
someone claims Jesus told him to kick a woman, that spirit is not of Christ.
Jesus, who laid Himself on the cross for us, would never instruct such violence.
That spirit is not of the Father.
This sad state of affairs is what the Lord is addressing through us again, as the
Ghana Evangelical Society. We have devoted this week to prayer and fasting—
not just for me, but for you. Paul said in Philippians 3 that though he had not yet
attained perfection, he pressed on, forgetting the past and reaching for the high
calling.
We are at a pivotal moment in our nation’s journey. God is calling us as a
society—anointed and commissioned—for a specific purpose concerning the
church, Ghana, Africa, and the world. He is calling us to understand who we are
and the responsibilities we bear.
This week of prayer and fasting is a time to reflect deeply. We’ve considered
three levels of transformation, beginning with meditation. You are body, soul,
and spirit. When Jesus enters your life, He impacts and imparts Himself into all
three dimensions—not just to conform you to Him, but to enable you to walk in
the realm He was made to walk.
To those who believe in Him, He gives power to become children of God. If we
are children of God, bearing the image and glory of Jesus Christ—full of grace
and truth—then something must change in our body, soul, and spirit. We must
be distinct from those who have not received Christ.
The second level of transformation involves your mind, emotions, and physical
nature. The Spirit of God—Jesus Christ—enters these realms and transforms
them. Scripture says, “Be renewed in the spirit of your mind.” Your
understanding, perception, and outlook must change when He dwells in you.
If your thoughts, emotions, and actions remain unchanged since you became a
Christian, you must ask yourself: have you truly received Him? Have you been
obedient to His grace? Your mind must change. Your understanding must shift.
Your emotions must be driven by a new force—not the old impulses of mortal
man.
What stirs you, what makes you happy or sad, will change. Your emotional
responses will be governed by a new perspective. Certain emotional surges and
pressures will no longer control you. Even the music you once enjoyed may no
longer resonate with your spirit. Darkness and light cannot coexist.
Your physical body must also change. There will be healing. There will be
deliverance. There must be transformation. Scripture says, “If the Spirit that
raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He will quicken your mortal body.”
Your mind, emotions, and body will be quickened.
This is not strange language—it is true, pure, and sweet. There is a new reality
for your mind, emotions, and body. You may speak of good things but act in
contradiction. You may speak of godliness but live otherwise. Yet godliness is a
mystery coming upon you, transforming you on the path of divine glory.
Your physical body will respond to the healing and restorative power of God.
The third area of transformation is one that many—especially non-believers and
religious observers—focus on: productivity and power. When the Lord is
present in your heart, your earning power will change. Your creativity, your
seriousness in work, your sense of performance and productivity will be
transformed.
You will no longer work merely for survival or success, but with divine
purpose. Your approach to work will reflect the presence of God. Your
productivity will be rooted in righteousness, and your performance will glorify
Him.
There must be change. It cannot be the old way. Christianity is not about
shouting or giving money for prosperity. True transformation begins within—
when your mind, emotions, and physical body are changed by the Spirit of God
dwelling in you. That transformation will affect your productivity and
ultimately your earning power.
Earning power is not just about receiving money; it’s about your output—your
productivity and performance. If you’re a student, the time you devote to
studying, listening attentively to lectures, and engaging in discussions will
determine your success. But when divine wisdom is at work in you, your
understanding deepens, your attention sharpens, and your performance
improves.
It’s not about giving money and expecting divine favor. Divine favor is found in
diligence, in your approach to work, in your sense of duty and responsibility.
That must change, and it will change. I assure you, it will change. You cannot
be lazy and call yourself a fulfilled Christian. That kind of Christianity is empty.
You must be different. Your performance must reflect your transformation.
Remember Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. Faced with the weight of sin
and death, He said, “Not my will, but Yours be done.” That same Spirit will
change your attitude, your mindset, and your performance. So if you are a
Christian and you find yourself lazy or unproductive, take this week to reflect
with the Lord on your level of productivity.
Your income is directly tied to your input. If you don’t put in the work, you
won’t see results. If you’re running your own business and sleeping while
market women are up at 4 a.m. heading to work, something must change. If
children were trained to wake up early and be diligent, they would be
transformed. I’m telling you.
When you commit your work to God and pray over your performance, the Lord
will give you increase. What will He do? He will give you increase. Your
productivity and performance will lead to greater income and provision.
This applies not only to your job but also to your daily responsibilities—as a
wife, a child, a student. You need wisdom to manage your chores and overcome
challenges. Praise the Lord.
When I became serious with the Lord, I was still young, but I worked hard.
From childhood, I believed that work must be done well. My teachers loved me.
The only thing I didn’t do was kitchen work—everyone laughed at me for that. I
preferred reading or being with my teachers. My mother had help in the kitchen,
so I focused on my studies. My grandmother always saved something special
for me. She spoiled me a bit. Praise the Lord.
But when it came to work, I never left a record of poor performance. I always
aimed to be among the best—not out of competition, but out of a desire to do
my work well. I didn’t need supervision. I wasn’t working to please anyone. I
owed it to myself to be satisfied with my work. That was my duty—to my soul,
my mind, and my body.
So this week, I urge you to reflect on your own level of productivity. Not just
how much money you make, but how serious you are about your work. Are
there obstacles? Are you giving your best?
Despite all our scholars, professors, pastors, and prophets, we still struggle to
manage our country. We are destroying it. This has especially happened under
the reign of the NDC government. No government has ruled longer than the
NDC, apart from Nkrumah. If the country is not growing, whose fault is it? It’s
the NDC.
Let’s look at the timeline: Rawlings from 1981 to 1991, then elections in 1992.
From 1993 to 1996, then 1997 to 2000—eight years. Kufuor from 2001 to 2008.
Then NDC again from 2009 to today. That’s eight years under Rawlings, eight
under Atta Mills and Mahama. PNDC had 27 years. Add 16 years—how many
is that? 43 years. If we’ve lived for 50 years and one party has ruled for 43, and
we haven’t developed, don’t blame anyone else. It’s them.
Let no one deceive you. God says we must let the nation know—it is them.
Praise the Lord. You may be an NDC supporter. That’s fine. But you must
acknowledge that your government has not helped the people. You may vote
emotionally, but you haven’t examined your party’s record. If you’re an NDC
member in this church, God says the NDC has failed this country. Not just
failed—they’ve bungled and destroyed it.
When they came to power, the Lord gave me the word “bungled.” I looked it
up—it means incompetent, indifferent, and inconsiderate. I’ve lived under every
government. Nkrumah began the destruction, but God says it shall be rebuilt.
He is alive. He assured us today that He has saved the situation.
In 2014 and 2015, He said Ghana will witness uninterrupted divine glory. He
began last year. He has taken over the government of the nation. He is ruling—
by His Spirit, by His Word. He is in the country. His Spirit is moving. Praise the
Lord.
A brother called from abroad and said foreigners have attacked the country and
lives are being destroyed. But God says He, Jehovah, is walking through all ten
regions. He alone knows whom He will raise to set the land free. Praise the
Lord. He is a righteous judge. He will judge. So that this country will be free
forever. Amen.
The Lord said, “Let’s go and say it.” So bear this in mind. During our prayers
this week, this was revealed. Let it guide your prayers. From today until the end
of this month, and from this month to September, God will change this country.
This is the time. And as we prepare for communion, let us remember: God is
moving. Let your heart be ready. Let your life be transformed.