Christians must move beyond lip-service faith and embrace a life of action, integrity, and unwavering trust in God.
That was the central message delivered by Rev. Michael Okine, Senior Pastor of Perfecting Faith Chapel, during the seventh day of the ongoing Mid-Year Booster spiritual revival at Resurrection Power and Living Bread Ministries International (REPLIB), My Father’s House, Dansoman.
Addressing a packed auditorium on Sunday, Rev. Okine warned that faith without responsibility, preparation, and ethical conduct is fruitless, calling on believers to avoid spiritual shortcuts such as consulting mediums or relying solely on human wisdom.
“You cannot mix faith in God with worldly alternatives and expect results,” he stated. “Real faith is singular, active, and anchored in God alone.”
Faith as a Lifestyle, Not Just a Confession
Drawing his message from Luke 5:17–26, Rev. Okine referenced the story of the paralyzed man whose friends tore through a roof to bring him to Jesus. He praised their determination, creativity, and unity as a symbol of the kind of proactive faith that Christians must cultivate.
“The four friends didn’t just believe — they prepared, they acted, and they adapted. Faith is not passive. It must be expressed through bold, sometimes unconventional actions rooted in trust in God.”
He also reminded the congregation that faith must be matched with righteousness and ethical living, emphasizing that God does not honor dishonest shortcuts or manipulative schemes.
“The fact that I am urging you to take bold steps doesn’t mean you should cheat, lie, or compromise your values. There’s no divine reward in dishonesty,” he cautioned.
Persistence and Purpose in the Second Half of the Year
The ongoing revival, which began on Monday, June 23, is themed “Revive Us Again, O Lord” (Psalm 85) and is expected to conclude on Sunday, July 6. Under the leadership of Bishop Dr. Yaw Owusu-Ansah, REPLIB’s Accra West Regional Overseer, the programme is designed to spiritually recharge believers and prepare them for breakthroughs and divine direction in the second half of the year.
Rev. Okine encouraged congregants to see challenges as opportunities to deepen their faith and grow stronger in character. Citing Matthew 11:12, he urged: “The kingdom of God suffereth violence, and the violent taketh it by force.”
“Don’t be discouraged by rejection or failure. When one door closes, look for another. Sometimes God is just redirecting you to a better path,” he said.
Compassion, Community, and God’s Reward
Rev. Okine also highlighted the value of compassion, urging believers to look out for one another as the friends of the paralyzed man did.
“Their act of kindness changed a man’s destiny. What you do for others matters deeply in God’s eyes. Every act of love and sacrifice will be rewarded,” he affirmed.
The service concluded with intense sessions of prayer, prophetic declarations, and worship, leaving many attendees visibly moved and spiritually rejuvenated.
As the Mid-Year Booster continues, the message is clear: Faith is more than belief — it’s preparation, persistence, purity, and power in action. And for believers looking to navigate the challenges of life, Rev. Okine’s message is a timely call to walk the talk.
