By Daniel Agbesi Latsu
Ho-Fiave (V/R), Dec.31-The Ho-Fiave District Pastor of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Alfred Agbetsiafa, has urged Christians to come out of every form of “hideout” that suppresses their God-given potential and destiny.
He said a hideout represents a place of darkness, fear and bondage where joy, confidence and purpose are lost, adding that anyone who hides limits his or her usefulness to God and society.
Delivering a sermon to climax the Christmas Convention, Pastor Agbetsiafa explained that people often hide because of sin, anger, poverty mindset and inferiority complex, noting that such attitudes gradually erode self-esteem and bury talents and gifts.
“Hideout is a place where you cannot express yourself freely. You cannot cry aloud or laugh aloud. When you hide, you lose your confidence and your gifts, and when that happens, people will no longer recognize your value,” he said.
On church life, he questioned why many believers avoid sitting in front during services, urging them to see themselves the way God saw them and not through the lens of fear or limitation.
The convention was themed “Come Out From Your Hideout” and was supported with scriptural references including 1 Samuel 14:6–14, 1 Samuel 14:22–23, Judges 6:11–18, Romans 12:2 and Isaiah 60:1.
Drawing lessons from the biblical account of Jonathan and his armour-bearer, Pastor Agbetsiafa emphasized that God did not depend on numbers to bring victory. “God can use just a few people to redeem many. Alone with God is the majority,” he stated.
He encouraged believers to align themselves with people of the same faith and understanding, stressing that unity of mind and heart made difficult tasks easier.
Quoting Nelson Mandela, he said, “Lead from behind and let others think they are the ones leading,” adding that humility, obedience and trustworthiness were key virtues God looks for in leaders.
Pastor Agbetsiafa also challenged traders, professionals and the youth to embrace opportunities without fear. “Big opportunities will come, but your mindset can suppress you. Do not be afraid. Take the first step,” he advised.
He urged participants to destroy any form of idol or habit hindering their progress and to live a renewed life that would attract God’s transformation and favour.
“The way you see yourself is not how God sees you. You are rich, strong, and gifted. Arise and shine,” he declared.
The pastor encouraged believers to be spiritually alert and courageous, assuring them that God was counting on them to transform their families and communities.
“As you leave here today, you are a different person. You are the winner. Come out of your hideout,” he prayed.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah/George-Ramsey Benamba