Rev. JFK Mensah
Rev. JFK and Georgina Mensah have served in ministry together for over thirty years. Their passion is developing fully functional Christlike disciples. JFK is the General Overseer of the Great Commission Church International, headquartered in Ghana. He recently completed a term as the Area Leader for Northwest Africa in Pioneers Africa, a missions organization.
Episodes
Anointed To Overthrow the Powers of Darkness
What is God's masterplan for the universe, and how does our personal destiny fit into it? In this convincing message preached at a Conference of Destiny, JFK reminds us that God's plan has always been Jesus. He explains that our destiny and authority over the powers of darkness matters only when we align in close intimacy with God and His purpose for the world in Christ. God bless you as you liste
Carrying the Fire to Multiply
From a series of sermons preached at the 2026 Fireseeds SMAC Conference, JFK charges believers to understand that the fire to impact and transform the world like Jesus did, can only come from walking in the steps of Christ through Christlikeness. May you be blessed as you listen.
Overcoming Depression
In this message, JFK reminds every believer that depression can be overcome by the finished work of Christ on the cross, and the power which we have been given over Satan and over every depressive thought. May you be blessed as you listen.
The Fruit of the Spirit: Joy
The Christian life demands a standard far above the ordinary human conscience and morality; this can only be powered by the fruit of the Spirit manifesting and working in each believer. In this message, Boison Angmortey details what we mean by true joy, the enemies of joy, and some tips on how to intentionally cultivate joy as a Christian.
Preparing for Christ's Return
He is risen! At the climax of the Easter celebration, JFK shares a poignant reminder that Jesus is not only resurrected, but will be returning. In this message, he challenges us to reflect on whether we truly believe Christ will come again, why He is returning, and how to prepare ourselves for the second coming of Christ. God bless you as you listen.
Give God Your Best and He Will Give You His Best
In this message delivered on the eve of 2026, JFK exhorts believers to wrestle to prioritize the kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matt. 6:33). In 2026, God will only give us His best if we also give Him our best. God bless you as you listen.
Stewardship of the Anointing
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Stewardship of the Truths of the Gospel
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Stewardship of Tongues
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Stewardship of Your Thoughts
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Stewardship of the Tongue
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Stewardship of Ties & Relationships
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Stewardship of Treasure
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Stewardship of Talents
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Stewardship of Time
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Stewardship: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands
In the following weeks, we will be replaying the keynote messages from CDMDS 2025, on the theme "Oikonomia: Heaven's Graces in Your Hands". This transformative series will explore what it truly means to be entrusted with God’s gifts. From time, talents, and treasure to relationships, tongue, and spiritual gifts, each episode dives into a different area of stewardship—showing how everything we have
Integrity in the Marketplace
In this very practical and relatable message, a business owner in Ghana shares his lived experience of committing to integrity at every stage of starting, running and owning a business. May God raise more Christlike workers in every sector of the global economy. God bless you as you listen.
Can We Finish World Evangelism
We resume our podcast publications with a rousing reminder that the task of world evangelism is entirely possible and backed by all of Heaven's wisdom, purpose and resource. Daniel Adansi outlines the truths of Scripture to prompt us to re-commit to the task.
Christian Marriage Q and A: Singlehood, Courtship, Choice
In this message, JFK and Georgina draw on over 40 years of marriage to counsel young people on how to be single with contentment, and make the right decisions during courtship and choice of a spouse. May God bless you as you listen.
Christian Stewardship of Time
In this message, JFK highlights what makes time so critical a resource for every human being and especially for Christians. He urges us to be good stewards of our time as Jesus was, since it will determine our eternal placement. God bless you as you listen.
Unlimiting Your Limited Mind
In this message, JFK challenges us to expand our minds beyond the natural limits, so that we can live with a new creation mindset, a growth mindset, and a Bible-centred, Christlike and Spirit-filled mindset. God bless you as you listen.
Compassion for the Lost
In this message, JFK reminds us to find again the heart of God for lost souls. Despite a world that is callous and selfish, Christians must develop a heart that is compassionate and caring towards those who will spend eternity in hell. God bless you as you listen.
Godfearing Faithfulness
"Help, LORD, for no one is faithful anymore" (Ps. 12:1). In this message, JFK strives to persuade us that Christians must be faithful because God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit are faithful. He also outlines areas for faithfulness, and the onus to be faithful like Christ, as sons and daughters.
Christian Solitude
In this message, Jake Commey makes a strong argument on the need and importance for solitude in order for every Christian to deepen their fellowship with God. Built on lessons from the life of Jesus and other Bible characters, may the sermon help you to grow.
Enemies of Spiritual Growth
In this message, Louis Tawam shares about some of the most common enemies to spiritual growth, including social media and busy-ness. He challenges every believer to invest at least as much in securing our spiritual gates as we do for securing our physical homes and nations.
Applications of the Resurrection of Christ
What does Easter mean for us now and today? JFK reminds us to remember that:
Because Jesus rose from the dead, I can change my character
Because He rose, I can overcome Satan
Because He rose, I can serve God in my ministry
God bless you as you listen.
The Eternal Impact of the Cross
As the Easter celebrations begin to die down, what must the Christian carry forward? In this message, JFK pleads that we must live with eternity in view, remembering to clean up our lives, perfect our ministry, and pursue intimacy with God in response to the Cross. God bless you as you listen.
The Transforming Power of the Cross
In this second part of an Easter series, JFK explains that the Cross has transforming power today. Indeed, Jesus did not only die for us, but with us, so that the work of Calvary from over 2000 years ago can have the power to transform our lives today. May God bless and change you as you listen.
The Past Triumphs of the Cross
The celebration of Easter never ends for the Christian. In first of this series of four messages preached during the Easter 2024 season, JFK reminds us of how precious the Cross is for our past, present and future salvation. Here, we celebrate the effect of the mighty Cross on God, on Satan, and on mankind. God bless you as you listen.
How to Safely Crossover into 2024
Just in time for the new year! JFK Mensah highlights six things that are critical to carry with us to end 2023 and enter into an unknown 2024. God bless you as you listen, grow, and bear fruit. Merry Christmas and happy new year!
A Christmas for Christlikeness
Merry Christmas! In this message, JFK Mensah explains that Christmas must occasion in us a desire to live for Christ and be like Him. Drawing on stories from his own life, JFK marches through the Scriptures to unveil the reasons why we celebrate Jesus. "If you won't take Christlikeness seriously, you will fail in life!"
Act BecauseYou Expect
In this message, preached at the closing of a church annual fast, JFK Mensah details the power of expectation and exhorts us to expect bigger things from our God who can do exceedingly more than we can ask or imagine (Eph. 3:20). God bless you as you listen.
Urgency for Disciplemaking and World Evangelism
Reeewiiind! This final message from the 2023 CDM Quality Control retreat urges every believer to enhance the tempo of our lives. Indeed, Jesus is coming soon! How should this reflect in our Christian lives and in our fruitfulness? God bless you as you listen.
Power for Producing Quality Disciples
It's throwback season! The blessing of the 2023 CDM Quality Control retreat continues. Does the Christian need power? Can we have it? Yes! Every disciplemaker must believe the promises of the Bible for the power that makes and sustains the discipleship journey. God bless you as you listen.
Strategies for Producing Quality Disciples
We are reminding ourselves of powerful lessons from the 2023 CDM Quality Control retreat. What must we do to ensure that the disciples we produce and the disciples we are, are the greatest possible quality in order to truly make a difference in the world?
Be A Man!
In this message, JFK addresses Christian men and challenges them to take their rightful place as the head of God's creation at home, in the church, and everywhere they find themselves. God bless you as you listen!
Checking the Quality of Discipleship
Revisiting the sermons from the CDM Quality Control retreat in February 2023... JFK Mensah reminds us in this message of the importance for ensuring that the disciples we make are not only many, but are the best possible. What goes into the making of such a disciple? God bless you as you listen!
Head-Covering in Church for Men and Women
What is the Scriptural position on head-covering in public worship? Is it still applicable today or was it for the Corinthian church only? Is there a distinction of the ordinance across genders? In this message, Kofi Osew and JFK Mensah walk through 1 Cor. 11:2-16 addressing the controversial topic with sound doctrine.
3 Keys for Today’s Bible Teacher
In this short but impactful message to graduands from CDM's Year-Round Mentoring for Bible Teachers, JFK highlights conviction, excellence and prayer as the top three keys necessary for today's Bible teacher, and in fact, every minister of Christ in the church.
10 Reasons to Speak in Tongues
In this message, JFK Mensah draws our attention to the importance and dimensions of the gift of speaking in tongues. Advancing 10 reasons why the gift is so critical for the believer, he aims to convince us to seek the gift and seek for growth into further dimensions of it. May you be blessed as you listen.
Discipleship: The Call to Follow Jesus
In this gentle but penetrating message, Jake Commey reminds every Christian that we are not only called to believe on Jesus, but to follow Him. He draws out four key implications of truly following Jesus, and brings us back to the simple call of the gospel to be disciples of Christ. May you be blessed as you listen.
The Bible College Needed by God’s Church
In this message, delivered at a Opening Ceremony of the CDM Bible College, JFK argues that Bible colleges are becoming irrelevant to the church because they are not scratching where it itches. Christians who need convictions and training must come to the kind of Bible college which prepares them to be truly Christlike in this generation.
Imitating Christ in Compassion for Lost Souls
"When was the last time you wept for a soul going to hell?" In this message, JFK Mensah reminds us how the church has lost the heart of Christ, and the need for each of us to repent in our attitude to the unfinished task. Be blessed and convicted as you listen.
3 Character Traits for the Endtimes
In this compelling message, JFK Mensah highlights three character traits that every Christian must build in order to successfully face the endtimes: endurance, faithfulness, and commitment to finishing the task of world evangelism. Be blessed as you are challenged to hasten the coming of Christ!
Who Are You Looking Like?
Many times, JFK speaks about Christlikeness. What does it really mean? What have you dedicated your life to, and has it made you look more like Jesus or more like Satan? This message reminds us to refocus the camera of our lives on Jesus.
Jesus, Satan and You
Many Christians struggle with the existence of Satan, and the fact of our authority over him. In this message, JFK outlines that Jesus took Satan seriously, conquered him thoroughly, and -- through His victory -- gave us authority to conquer Satan as well.
Does God Really Exist?
Different perspectives are thrown around on whether God exists and what He is like. In this message, JFK begins by explaining apologetics before zooming into the Christian belief in God's existence.
What’s Wrong With Secular Music?
A pressing question for a restless generation! In this message, JFK outlines the principles which should guide Christians in the music they listen to, and why secular music has greater dangers than we may imagine.
Cleaning Up Your Life for a Revival from Heaven
Preached to a student audience, this message by JFK Mensah is still relevant to every believer who seeks to be transformed with the grace provided by the new birth realities. Be blessed as you listen!
Serve the Lord with Integrity
In this impassioned and moving sermon, JFK Mensah addresses once again the issue of integrity, and whether we really are born again if we refuse to change according to the command to be perfect like our Heavenly Father. Be blessed and change!
10 Pillars of the Christian Home
How can the Christian home be organized to raise children who are more like Jesus and can therefore influence their society? In this message, JFK puts forth ten pillars every Christian household must put in place to ensure transformation.
Gethsemane and Jesus’ Prayer Life
JFK Mensah in this message walks us through Jesus' travail at Gethsemane, and builds on it to convince every Christian to build a personal prayer life even before the storms of life come our way.
A Christlike Prayer Life
Do you pray like Jesus? JFK moves us to imitate Christ's prayer life in what, how, when, and how passionately we pray. Interspersed with lively anecdotes and a smattering of Greek, we cry with the disciples, "Lord, teach us how to pray!"
Give Thanks to the Lord
Preached on Pentecost Sunday and the International Day of the Unreached, JFK Mensah in this message provides compelling reasons for every believer to live a life of constant gratitude to God. May you be blessed as you listen.
Christian Questions and Biblical Answers
Got questions? Maybe one of these will help! Addressing enquiries across the broad range of Christianity, a panel discussion featuring JFK Mensah responds to Christians in politics, speaking in tongues, Jehovah witness doctrines, family planning, evangelism, seeming disparities in the Bible, and a whole host of things in between. Be blessed.
Church Discipline in the 21st Century
What is church discipline, and why is it still critical for the body of Christ today? JFK draws on years of ministry experience and Biblical evidence to convince us to hold ourselves accountable to the nearest spiritual headquarters.
Commanding Your Household to Keep the Way of the Lord
Parenting, and indeed, raising a godly home, is becoming more challenging by the day, and yet the necessity of Christian homes for the kingdom of God and the world at large can never be ignored. In this message, JFK seeks to challenge women and their husbands to deliberately choose to make their homes godly.
Protecting the Sheep from Wolves
Who are sheep? Goats? Wolves? Hirelings? In this interactive session, JFK walks us through how to identify and deal with wolves in sheep's clothing. He also outlines the duty of a true shepherd in protecting the flock and ends with an admonition to all those in the pastoral ministry.
Protecting the Sheep from Wolves
Who are sheep? Goats? Wolves? Hirelings? In this interactive session, JFK walks us through how to identify and deal with wolves in sheep's clothing. He also outlines the duty of a true shepherd in protecting the flock and ends with an admonition to all those in the pastoral ministry.
Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation among Christians
How do Christians handle conflict as fellow church members, between leaders, and even between a leader and a church member? In this eye-opening discussion, JFK walks us through the Bible's provisions for resolving conflicts among brethren and the journey to reconciliation.
The Bible and Integrity
The importance of the Bible in building a life of integrity cannot be understated. As JFK walks us through conviction, candor, consistency, and completeness as the parts of Biblical integrity, he challenges us to commit to blamelessness before God and man.
Reducing the Divorce Rate pt. 2
In this message, JFK and Georgina Mensah continue to explore some of the key issues that trouble marriages, even Christian unions. Delving into topics like submission, sexual and physical abuses in marriage, and pre/post-marital counselling, may this message bring healing to troubled marriages all over the world.
Reducing the Divorce Rate pt. 1
What does the Bible say about divorce? Are there exceptions to the rules? How can Christians avoid the common mistakes that lead to divorce in the future? JFK and Georgina Mensah team up to handle this sensitive issue from the lens of the Bible.
Hearing God for Yourself
Why must every believer strive to hear God for themselves? And how exactly does God speak anyway? In this message, JFK Mensah scratches where we itch on the most sensitive aspects of hearing God for ourselves.
Bringing the Kingdom of God into Your Home
How can the kingdom of God be established in a Christian home? Dwelling on the home life and ministry of particularly pastors, shepherds, and Christian leaders, JFK Mensah in this message tackles practical challenges and ways for a Christian home to be the embassy of God's kingdom on earth.
How to Grow Spiritually
Every normal Christian must desire spiritual growth. In this message, JFK Mensah painstakingly walks through the meaning and pillars of spiritual growth, and answers some practical questions regarding the issue.
Why Do Some Prayers Go Unanswered?
Many of us have experienced the frustration of prayers that seem to have been unheard by heaven. In this message, JFK Mensah explores some of the reasons this may be, and answers our burning questions concerning the whole issue of prayer. May you be blessed as you listen!
Applications of Our Union with Christ
In this final message on the Union with Christ series, JFK Mensah works through some of the applications of the doctrine. Zeroing in on Colossians 3:1-14, he exhorts us to put off the character traits of the old man, and put on the new nature we have in Christ.
The Doctrine of Our Union with Christ
What do Christians universally believe about our union with Christ? What do we definitely NOT believe? In this message, JFK teases out the biblical dimensions of our union with Christ and begins to examine the applications of the doctrine to our Christian life.
Biblical Pictures of our Union with Christ
In the continuation of a series of messages on the Union with Christ, JFK Mensah walks us through some of the pictures used in the Bible of our connectedness with Jesus Christ.
What Christ Did With Us, For Us
In this message, JFK Mensah tackles the topic of our union with Christ, highlighting the effects of the Fall on human beings, and how God addresses those issues through what Jesus Christ did with us and for us.
Power for the Task
In this final night's ministration at the CDM Major Retreat 2021, JFK Mensah explains the incomparable power of the Spirit's anointing, and leads through a ministration according to the various charismatic and ministry giftings.
Factors for World Evangelism & Personal Testimony
JFK Mensah rounds up his explanations of the necessary factors for successful world evangelization through disciplemaking. He then zeroes in on the personal testimony -- what it is, why it is so simply powerful, and how to effectively share yours.
5 Factors to Consider in the Strategy to Finish the Task
What are the things that we critically need to examine and apply if we are serious about finishing the Great Commission? JFK Mensah begins to outline these for us: the Holy Spirit, the Bible, the local church, the disciplemaker, and small groups.
Highlights of the Great Commission
The startling statistics of the Unfinished Task will cause any Christian to commit to doing something about it. JFK Mensah unveils these truths, unfortunately new to many, as we work towards completing the Great Commission.
Introduction to the Theme
In this series of messages, we will be revisiting the sermons from the CDM August Retreat, preached by JFK Mensah. We begin today with an overview of the claims of Jesus Christ, and the accompanying duty placed on every Christian to share the Gospel in a bid to finish the Unfinished Task of world evangelism. God bless you as you listen.
Must A Couple Attend the Same Church?
What are some Biblical considerations about whether a couple must attend the same church? Are there exceptions to the rules? And how does a couple choose a church anyway? JFK Mensah dives into the topic, with practical questions from the audience.
Practical Ways to Grow in Christlikeness
Practical Ways to Grow in Christlikeness
5 Disciplines to Become More Christlike
5 Disciplines to Become More Christlike
God's Standard and Resources for Christlikeness
God's Standard and Resources for Christlikeness
