Early Faith Formation And Ministry
Under the mentorship of my foster father and other rabbis, I was groomed for leadership in the Messianic Jewish faith. I was taught to observe the Saturday Sabbath, practice vegetarianism, and uphold the Ten Commandments. By the age of 18, I had completed a school of prophetic studies and was baptized by immersion in the congregation of Theocracy on April 4, 2010.
At the age of 16, I was enrolled in the School of Prophetic Studies by my foster father, where I was introduced to the church's rigorous approach to understanding prophecy. During my time there, I competed with over 50 pastors and emerged in the 4th position in the final exams. This marked a pivotal moment in my spiritual formation, granting me the authority to lead the Messianic Young Jews Association (MYJA) and to perform ministerial duties at the church’s altar, responsibilities typically reserved for pastors and deacons.
The combination of this rich prophetic tradition, along with the emphasis on Sabbath-keeping, the Sanctuary service, and dietary laws, shaped my early theological education and continues to influence my spiritual leadership today.
The combination of this rich prophetic tradition, along with the emphasis on Sabbath-keeping, the Sanctuary service, and dietary laws, shaped my early theological education and continues to influence my spiritual leadership today.
Beliefs of the Seventh Day Congregation of Theocracy
1. The Ten Commandments and the Sabbath
At the heart of the Seventh Day Congregation of Theocracy's teachings is a strong commitment to the Ten Commandments, particularly the observance of the Sabbath. The Sabbath is celebrated every Saturday, in accordance with the biblical command to rest on the seventh day (Exodus 20:8-11). The congregation believes that keeping the Sabbath holy is essential for maintaining a right relationship with God, dedicating the day to worship, prayer, and reflection. This special emphasis on the Sabbath is seen as a continuation of the ancient Israelite practice and a mark of faithfulness to God’s law.
2. The Sanctuary Service and Feasts
The church holds a deep reverence for the Sanctuary service as outlined in the Old Testament, focusing particularly on Numbers 28, Leviticus 23, and Deuteronomy 16. These passages detail the significance of the daily sacrifices and festivals, which the congregation interprets through the lens of both the Old and New Testaments. Key elements include:
Daily Sacrifice of Prayers: Modeled after the Old Testament tradition of offering sacrifices at the third and ninth hours of the day, the congregation observes special prayer times during these hours (around 9 AM and 3 PM), symbolizing a daily offering of devotion to God. Weekly Saturday Sabbath: Beyond the daily prayers, the congregation honors the weekly Sabbath, believing it to be a holy day of rest and worship. Monthly Sabbaths and Annual Feasts: The congregation also observes the New Moon Sabbaths and the biblical feasts of Passover, Pentecost, Atonement Day, and the Feast of Tabernacles (Shelters). These feasts are seen not only as a commemoration of Israel’s history but also as prophetic events pointing to the future. In the New Testament context, these practices are viewed as ways to connect deeply with God's eternal plan of redemption and are celebrated as moments of spiritual renewal.
At the heart of the Seventh Day Congregation of Theocracy's teachings is a strong commitment to the Ten Commandments, particularly the observance of the Sabbath. The Sabbath is celebrated every Saturday, in accordance with the biblical command to rest on the seventh day (Exodus 20:8-11). The congregation believes that keeping the Sabbath holy is essential for maintaining a right relationship with God, dedicating the day to worship, prayer, and reflection. This special emphasis on the Sabbath is seen as a continuation of the ancient Israelite practice and a mark of faithfulness to God’s law.
2. The Sanctuary Service and Feasts
The church holds a deep reverence for the Sanctuary service as outlined in the Old Testament, focusing particularly on Numbers 28, Leviticus 23, and Deuteronomy 16. These passages detail the significance of the daily sacrifices and festivals, which the congregation interprets through the lens of both the Old and New Testaments. Key elements include:
Daily Sacrifice of Prayers: Modeled after the Old Testament tradition of offering sacrifices at the third and ninth hours of the day, the congregation observes special prayer times during these hours (around 9 AM and 3 PM), symbolizing a daily offering of devotion to God. Weekly Saturday Sabbath: Beyond the daily prayers, the congregation honors the weekly Sabbath, believing it to be a holy day of rest and worship. Monthly Sabbaths and Annual Feasts: The congregation also observes the New Moon Sabbaths and the biblical feasts of Passover, Pentecost, Atonement Day, and the Feast of Tabernacles (Shelters). These feasts are seen not only as a commemoration of Israel’s history but also as prophetic events pointing to the future. In the New Testament context, these practices are viewed as ways to connect deeply with God's eternal plan of redemption and are celebrated as moments of spiritual renewal.
Society of Young Messanic Jews (Myjains)
It was during my senior high school years, while living in the village of Homedakrom in Pokuasi-Accra, that I first experienced a calling to ministry. In response to this call, I founded the Messianic Young Jews Association (MYJA), later known as the "Society of Young Messianic Jews." This group aimed to empower young people to know Yeshua (Jesus) and engage in moral, environmental, and social action. Over the years, MYJA grew to include over 100 young people, offering weekly Bible studies, prayer meetings, leadership training, and community service projects.
The organization focused on serving the local community, undertaking initiatives such as community clean-ups, fetching water for those in need, and conducting Bible studies every Thursday evening. The MYJA expanded its impact by owning maize farms, providing mission bags of maize to support orphans in boarding schools. They also launched mini-businesses, investing in batiks, liquid soaps, and processing maize into packaged goods for revenue.The ministry engaged in extensive evangelism efforts in areas such as Achimota, Dzorwolu, Ashalaja, and Amasaman, preaching to students at Sarfoa Memorial School in Ofankor and collaborating with Kefawans Media Production in Kumasi for evangelism video production. MYJA significantly impacted many young people and fostered a sense of community.
The organization focused on serving the local community, undertaking initiatives such as community clean-ups, fetching water for those in need, and conducting Bible studies every Thursday evening. The MYJA expanded its impact by owning maize farms, providing mission bags of maize to support orphans in boarding schools. They also launched mini-businesses, investing in batiks, liquid soaps, and processing maize into packaged goods for revenue.The ministry engaged in extensive evangelism efforts in areas such as Achimota, Dzorwolu, Ashalaja, and Amasaman, preaching to students at Sarfoa Memorial School in Ofankor and collaborating with Kefawans Media Production in Kumasi for evangelism video production. MYJA significantly impacted many young people and fostered a sense of community.
Dietary Laws and Prophetic Understanding
The Seventh Day Congregation of Theocracy places a strong emphasis on both physical and spiritual purity, which is reflected in their adherence to the dietary laws of Leviticus 11 and their deep engagement with the prophetic books of Daniel and Revelation.
For 16 years, from 2001 to 2017, I followed a vegetarian lifestyle, avoiding all animal products except for eggs and milk. This practice aligned with the church's belief in maintaining purity through dietary discipline, as the body is considered the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). The dietary laws emphasize abstaining from unclean foods, such as pork and shellfish, which the church views as vital for both physical health and spiritual well-being.
In addition to dietary practices, the church is deeply committed to studying biblical prophecy, particularly focusing on the books of Daniel and Revelation. These texts are central to the congregation's understanding of the world and its future. The church's hermeneutic approach connects prophetic scriptures with both biblical and world history to interpret current events and anticipate future ones. This holistic approach to prophecy is a key part of the church's mission, guiding its members in living faithfully in the contemporary world while preparing for what is to come.
The combination of these disciplines—dietary laws for physical sanctity and prophetic studies for spiritual insight—forms the foundation of the church’s holistic approach to faith and practice.
For 16 years, from 2001 to 2017, I followed a vegetarian lifestyle, avoiding all animal products except for eggs and milk. This practice aligned with the church's belief in maintaining purity through dietary discipline, as the body is considered the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). The dietary laws emphasize abstaining from unclean foods, such as pork and shellfish, which the church views as vital for both physical health and spiritual well-being.
In addition to dietary practices, the church is deeply committed to studying biblical prophecy, particularly focusing on the books of Daniel and Revelation. These texts are central to the congregation's understanding of the world and its future. The church's hermeneutic approach connects prophetic scriptures with both biblical and world history to interpret current events and anticipate future ones. This holistic approach to prophecy is a key part of the church's mission, guiding its members in living faithfully in the contemporary world while preparing for what is to come.
The combination of these disciplines—dietary laws for physical sanctity and prophetic studies for spiritual insight—forms the foundation of the church’s holistic approach to faith and practice.