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1.    EVANGELISM
It is the presentation of Christ the Messiah in the power of the Holy Spirit with the view that people will come and trust the Messiah as Saviour and Lord and serve Him in the fellowship of the Church. Evangelism is the responsibility of every Church member. It is the prime duty of every believer to share his/her faith after conversion.

The scope of evangelism was initially in Ghana, extending to Africa and to the whole world. Evangelism is mission-oriented; farmers, women, artisans, fishermen, intellectuals, etc. go out into other countries, preach Christ, open churches and call in ministers to pastor same. Besides, as was the practice of the leader, Apostle Okoh Agyemang, we respond to calls to missions as led by the Spirit of Yahweh. 

2.      DISCIPLESHIP
Discipleship is training believers to be like Christ. The emphasis is on holiness, righteousness, faithfulness, honesty, sincerity, humility, prayerfulness, and leading disciplined and responsible lives.

This is done at the level of individuals, where every member takes responsibility to discipline their new coverts, as well as through church/corporate-based systematic teaching, and on-the-job training.

Teaching emphasizes the four-square gospel, which is Christ-centered: i.e. Jesus the Saviour, Healer, Baptizer and Soon Coming King; the Tenets of the Church; Bible reading/study and scripture memorization and application of the word to life situations.

3.      MINISTRY EXCELLENCE
We seek to honour God who gave His best (the Saviour) by maintaining a high standard of excellence in all our ministries and activities (Col. 3:23-24).

4.     CORE PRACTICES
Some of the everyday practices are regular prayers based on biblical principles and times as said in the Holy Bible. Emphasis is placed on the fruit and gifts of the Spirit in the life of the believer.

Prayers are said for healing and deliverance for the afflicted as part of the initial exercises for salvation.
Services are marked as truly Pentecostal with praise and worship, teaching, the exercise of gifts, prayer, testimony, etc.

5.      THE HOLY SPIRIT
We believe in the presence of the person of the Holy Spirit and that the Christian life can be led only with His grace. The new birth is the work of the Holy Spirit, and then the baptism of the Holy Spirit for power to serve and the gifts of the Spirit for building the body of Christ.

The Holy Spirit helps the individual to develop a Christ-like character, manifest through bearing the fruit of the Spirit.

The leading of the Holy Spirit in all spheres of activity in the Church is paramount. Administrative structures and all other church distinctiveness have been by the leading of the Holy Spirit. The Church, through her leadership at all levels, co-operates in obedience.

6.     LEADERSHIP
Leadership development is based on the apostolic foundation. Appointments and callings into leadership positions are based on character and charisma, and the leading of the Holy Spirit. Leadership development is from the shop floor, grass-root level with members maturing to lead sub-groups, movements, assemblies, districts, and areas. Team spirit with talent development shapes teamwork. Ministry is by both clergy and laity.
 

7.      CHURCH CULTURE
The following distinctive attributes help identify LYSDSA

• Self-supporting attitude

• Faithfulness and integrity

• Distinctiveness in prayer

• Church discipline without fear or favor irrespective of position, race, or color of members.

• Place of worship based on Spirit and Truth and not necessarily on the Temple.

• Fellowship and liberality.

• Respect for authority.

• Mutual respect and a sense of belonging for all members without discrimination based on tribalism, racism, or nationality.

• Sacrificial service to the Church without expecting a pecuniary reward.

• Total abstinence from alcohol, tobacco, and other hard drugs.

• Encourage church planting.

• Monogamous marriage is enforced as well as chastity before marriage.

8.  TITHES/OFFERINGS
Faithfulness in giving offerings and paying tithes to enhance the ministry of the Church is emphasized. Periodic teaching on this subject is regarded as very important.

The Church and its members depend solely on God Yahweh as the source of financial supply. Borrowing is not encouraged. Usury amongst members is also not encouraged.

9.     SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
The assemblies believe in communal living with members supporting one another, and participating in communal work. The Church may also help the entire community by providing social needs such as health services, schools, and agriculture as well as donating to the needy in society.

10.      HOLINESS OF MEMBERS AND OFFICERS

The Assemblies uphold the holiness of members Unto the Lord in all their endeavors (Rom. 12:1; Heb. 12:14).

11.     CONSISTENT BIBLE TEACHING – (Acts 2:42a).

12.     PRAYER OF ALL TYPES e.g. Worship (Adoration); Supplication; Intercession (Eph. 6:18-19; 1 Tim. 2:1-2).

13.    CHURCH DISCIPLINE: - (2Tim. 3:16-17; Heb. 12:7-11)

• Respect for and obedience to authority.

• Submission to corrective measures/policies of the assembly.

• Regular fellowship of saints – (Acts 2:42-47; Heb. 10:25)