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Rev. Joseph Kofi Antwi, PhD,

(Onyame Akoa)

Leader & Founder

A devoted servant of God with a PhD in Religious Studies, specializing in African Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Christian Education, and Environmental Ethics.

Rev. Joseph Kofi Antwi, PhD

Rev. Joseph Kofi Antwi, PhD

(Onyame Akoa)

Leader & Founder

Academic Credentials

  • • PhD Religious Studies
  • • MPhil Religious Studies
  • • B.D. Theology

Colossians 1 : 15-16

"15. Christ is the visible likeness of the invisible God. He is the first-born Son, superior to all created things. 16. For through him God created everything in heaven and on earth, the seen and the unseen things, including spiritual powers, lords, rulers, and authorities. God created the whole universe through him and for him."

Dear Friend,

Whether you've been seeking God for years or are just beginning to explore faith, I want you to know something profound: you are not here by accident. Your presence is a divine appointment, orchestrated by a loving God who desires a relationship with you—a relationship built not on your performance, but on His perfect grace.

Throughout over 21 years of ministry and theological scholarship, I've witnessed countless lives transformed by the unchanging truths of Scripture. As I pursued my PhD in Religious Studies and served in academic ministry, one conviction has grown stronger with each passing year: we must return to the foundational truths of the Gospel—truths that sparked the Reformation and continue to set captives free today.

The Five Pillars of Our Faith

Our ministry stands firmly on what are known as the Five Solas—five Latin phrases that capture the essence of biblical Christianity. These aren't mere theological concepts; they're life-transforming realities that address humanity's deepest needs.

1. Sola Scriptura — Scripture Alone

The Bible is our sole, inerrant, and final authority for faith and practice. In a world of competing voices and endless opinions, God's Word stands as our unchanging foundation. We don't add to it or subtract from it—we submit to it completely.

"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness." — 2 Timothy 3:16

2. Sola Fide — Faith Alone

Justification is received by faith alone, apart from any human works or merit. You cannot earn God's favor through religious performance, good deeds, or moral excellence. Salvation is a legal declaration by God—He pronounces you righteous the moment you place your trust in Christ alone.

"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast." — Ephesians 2:8-9

3. Sola Gratia — Grace Alone

Salvation is an unmerited, free gift from God. You didn't earn it. You don't deserve it. You can't repay it. God's grace means He gives you what you could never achieve—forgiveness, righteousness, and eternal life—not because of who you are, but because of who He is.

"But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved." — Ephesians 2:4-5

4. Solus Christus — Christ Alone

Jesus Christ is the only mediator between God and man. Not through prophets, priests, or saints—but through Christ alone. His finished work on the cross is the only basis for salvation. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.

"For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people." — 1 Timothy 2:5-6

5. Soli Deo Gloria — Glory to God Alone

All glory, honor, and praise belong to God alone. Salvation is entirely His work, from beginning to end. We contribute nothing to our salvation—it's 100% God's doing. Therefore, He alone deserves all the glory. Our lives exist to magnify His name, not our own.

"For from him and through him and for him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen." — Romans 11:36

This Changes Everything

These five truths are not just historical doctrines—they're the very heartbeat of the Gospel that transforms lives today. When you understand that salvation rests entirely on God's grace through faith in Christ alone, as revealed in Scripture alone, for God's glory alone—you are set free.

Free from the exhausting treadmill of trying to earn God's favor. Free from the uncertainty of wondering if you've done enough. Free from the burden of religious performance. Free to worship God with joy, knowing that Christ has done it all.

What This Means for You

  • Teaching Rooted in Scripture: Every sermon, every lesson, every counsel comes from God's inerrant Word—not human philosophy or cultural trends
  • Gospel-Centered Community: We're a family united by grace, pursuing holiness not to earn salvation but because we've already received it
  • Christ-Exalting Worship: Our worship focuses on magnifying Jesus—the Alpha and Omega, the Author and Perfecter of our faith
  • Grace-Saturated Ministry: We extend the same grace to others that God has lavished upon us, creating a culture of redemption and restoration

May God bless you abundantly as you seek Him with all your heart.

In His Service,

Rev. Joseph Kofi Antwi, PhD

(Onyame Akoa)

Leader & Founder

Academic Formation

Years of rigorous theological and academic training

2014 – 2018

PhD in Religious Studies

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi

2009 – 2011

MPhil in Religious Studies

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi

2002 – 2005

Bachelor of Divinity (B.D.) in Theology

Trinity Theological Seminary, Legon

1992 – 1995

Higher National Diploma in Television Sound Production

National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI), Accra

Areas of Expertise

Research and teaching focus that bridges theology, culture, and practical ministry

African Indigenous Knowledge

Specialization in African Traditional Religion and Indigenous Knowledge Systems with focus on environmental ethics

Christian Education

Integration of indigenous educational patterns with Christian formation and theological training

Environmental Ethics

Research on religio-cultural practices and sustainable environmental management in African contexts

Religion & Media

Communication for development and the intersection of faith with modern media platforms

Ministry Impact

Achievements that reflect God's faithfulness and calling

10+

Publication

Peer-reviewed publications in international journals

7 Years

Academic Leadership

Service at Presbyterian University in various capacities

Speaker

Public Speaker

Conferences across Africa and international platforms

4 Active

Current Roles

External Examiner, Adjunct Faculty, Board Member,...

Current Service

Actively serving the Church and academic community

  • Adjunct Faculty, Trinity Theological Seminary, Legon (Since Sept. 2024)
  • External Examiner, Trinity Theological Seminary, Legon (Since Aug. 2023)
  • Member, Judicial Council of Ghana (Since 2025)
  • Member, NMIMR Institutional Review Board, University of Ghana (Since 2020)
  • Member, African Association for Pastoral Studies and Counselling (Since 2018)