An Evaluation of the Impact of Disciple-Making on the Work Ethic of Ghanaian Christians

A Case Study of The Church of Pentecost – Ghana

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Keywords:

Disciple-Making, Work Ethic, Work Ethics, Discipleship, Theology of Work.

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the extent to which the disciple-making processes within Ghanaian churches have contributed to the development of a positive work ethic among their members, specifically focusing on The Church of Pentecost, Ghana. Through a comprehensive review of literature and empirical data, the research revealed that many Christians and churches experience a dichotomy between the sacred and the secular, a lack of intentional discipleship, and the negative influence of certain cultural traits in Ghana, among other factors. The findings indicate that a cohesive and holistic disciple-making strategy—which encompasses all aspects of life—is essential to address these challenges. Within The Church of Pentecost, the Workers’ Guilds serve as a valuable platform to equip members with a positive work ethic, ultimately aiming to transform the workplace.

Author Biography

Samuel Kodzo Gakpetor, The Church of Pentecost

Samuel Kodzo Gakpetor is an Apostle of The Church of Pentecost and was called into the full-time ministry in 2005 and currently serves as the Area Head of Agormanya Area. He also serves as Chairman of the National Discipleship and Leadership Development (NDLDC) of the CoP (in charge of Bible Study, Home Cells and Lay Leadership Training). The NDLDC also oversees the Agent of Peace Campaign, Environmental Care Campaign and Pentecost Literacy Projects. Additionally, he serves as a West African Regional Trainer of the African Strategic Discipleship Movement (ASDM). Apostle Sam has two Bachelor’s degrees (B.Ed. Science and B.A Theology from the University of Cape Coast and Pentecost University, respectively) and a Master’s degree from Akrofi-Christaller Institute of Theology, Mission and Culture. Additionally, Sam has a doctoral degree from Stellenbosch University with a thesis titled An Evaluation of the Impact of Disciplemaking on the Work Ethic of Ghanaian Christians: A Case Study of the Church of Pentecost – Ghana. Aps. Dr S.K. Gakpetor is married to Mrs Grace Gakpetor, and together, they have five children: Jason, Jean-Manuel, Jeshua, Jethro, and Charissa Grace.

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Published

2025-03-31

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Pentecost Researchers’ Forum: Emerging Scholars in African Pentecostal Discourse

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