This day has just had even more amazing things happen. While the group was at the crusade sharing, Steve, Will Watkins, and I (Jason) went with Pastor Odai to do his Monday night radio broadcast. The power of God is amazing. We walked in and before we could sit down were on the air. Pastor Odai shared who we were and that we would be sharing the word with them this evening. He asked Steve to share first, and as he shared about God not condemning us, but giving us life it lead right into what Will shared. With out us ever telling each other what we were going to say it moved as only God could make it. Will continued to share how God would forgive our sins. Will did an amazing job as well. As a side note, our students are some of the most amazing young people, you should be very proud of them. I know that I am. Back to the radio station... After will Pastor asked me to share the word with the people. I shared about Jesus being the only way,truth, and life. After I finished he asked me to lead the people on the radio to accept Jesus.
We then took phone calls and people would call and ask for prayer about things. We prayed for people who were having nightmares about different issues, many of them we life and death matters. We did this hour long radio broadcast that felt like we were there 20 minutes. All that I know really know to say is WOW! what an amazing God.
Tomorrow is a very big day and we really need you to pray for us. At 10:00 am our time (5:00 am at home) we will be doing a Healing service. David is preaching and then we will be taking part in praying for people with needs. I can't even begin to tell you what they might be, because I know I would not even come close to all that there could be. We do really ask that you pray earnestly for our group at that time. Satan is trying to keep these people from knowing Jesus, and we have only just begun to see what is taking place. But as Pastor Odai and we all have seen and know, Jesus is more powerful than anything hear and what a power it is.
Thank you for you prayers and diligence to read these posts. We have read them to the group so keep the posts coming.
We then took phone calls and people would call and ask for prayer about things. We prayed for people who were having nightmares about different issues, many of them we life and death matters. We did this hour long radio broadcast that felt like we were there 20 minutes. All that I know really know to say is WOW! what an amazing God.
Tomorrow is a very big day and we really need you to pray for us. At 10:00 am our time (5:00 am at home) we will be doing a Healing service. David is preaching and then we will be taking part in praying for people with needs. I can't even begin to tell you what they might be, because I know I would not even come close to all that there could be. We do really ask that you pray earnestly for our group at that time. Satan is trying to keep these people from knowing Jesus, and we have only just begun to see what is taking place. But as Pastor Odai and we all have seen and know, Jesus is more powerful than anything hear and what a power it is.
Thank you for you prayers and diligence to read these posts. We have read them to the group so keep the posts coming.
19 comments:
"Now, Lord,...enable your servants to speak your word with great boldness. Stretch out your hand to heal and perform miraculous signs and wonders through the name of your holy servant Jesus." Acts 4:29-30 I am praying that God will enable all of you to perform miracles and wonders in His Name tomorrow. God Bless You all!!
Love you lots Anna!!
Becky
I do not normally write as Becky is so much better at expressing these words, but having experienced certain feelings many years ago in Africa I felt compelled to offer a small amount of understanding gained after many years away. For several years I felt terrible for not being able to meet everyone's needs. I look back on these experiences and realize it is about meeting small needs, offering a kind word and providing a guiding light that will lead them to a better life with God, the truth and a loving heart
God Bless Anna and everyone there - we miss you
Love DAD - Anna come home
Hey Everyone! It has been so good to hear all the incredible things God is doing through you guys! I am praying for you guys all the time- that God would just overwhelm you with his goodness and love:)
I can't wait to see what else God has in store for you guys!
Love,
Jennifer Phillips
P.S. Zach, you should know that mom and dad check this blog about every 2 minutes. Like, dad whips his phone out during lunch just to check it:P I love you so much and when you get home, I am going to beat you at mario wii. ;)
I love reading your blog. I (almost) feel like I am with you. Wish I could be there. Know that Al will be diligently praying at 5 a.m. here, he's the only one up. But I will pray and pray before and as I sleep tonight that the Holy Spirit will fill that place, that God's truth will be spoken through David, and that every prayer spoken and unspoken will be heard and answered. God's blessing on you all.
Clara says HI and about 20 kids gathered at Becca's to pray for YOU tonight and watch "Invisible Children".
We love you!! Rebecca
Hey everyone! you have been in our prayers and we are missing you terribly! We have been reading your blog and love to hear the amazing stories! Cant wait to hear from you all and see pictures and the amazing vidoe of the girls doing the african dance! Love you all!
Alex Mortensen, Mrs. Wilburn, Katie Wilburn
We are so proud of all of you. Know that we gathered as a staff this morning & prayed for you. It is such a blessing to us to hear about how God is using each & every one of you. You are constantly in our thoughts & prayers. Stay strong & remember how much you are loved by our Father & by your SHBC family.
Love,
Brian, Jana & Brent Coley
O, and want to say hi and i love you and miss you with hugs to
Will praying for you! Thanks for the note i loved it! love you so so so much --alex grace
i love you bethy! hows the recycling down there?
i miss and love you alison:)
take care of bethy on the way back!
a big juicy kiss from me and mom:))
-kate&mom
Son -
We continue to pray throughout the day for your work among the people of Ghana and for each member of the SHBC Team. All is well here at home and you are greatly missed! Do not give way to confusion, yet remain faithful to your calling...
We love you,
Mom & Dad Mortensen
Romans 11:36
Wow! That is all we can say, Wow!!! We love reading your entries and hearing what is going on...we are so proud of everyone and are praying for you all....
Love and prayers,
David, Joyce and Emily
ps hugs and kisses to Karol...we love you!!
I am setting my alarm for 5 a.m to pray. I know God is already preparing the way. What amazing things that HE has already done!
It is clear that God has prepared each one of you for such a time as this.
"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you and you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Acts 1:8
I LoVe YoU Danielle and I miss u so much. I'm not sure how I figured out this blogging thing but I'm proud of myself :) I'm thinking about you and I cleaned your room! Love,
Ryan xoxo
I am so proud of each and everyone of you! God has chosen you to be exactly where you are at such a time as this. Thank you for being obedient. I have been praying diligently and God continues to bring you to mind several times during the day. Daniel 7:14 says, "He was given authority, honor, and sovereignty over all the nations of the world, so that people of every race and nation and language would obey him. His rule is eternal—it will never end. His kingdom will never be destroyed." God is so good! May all the nations, the people of Africa, know who He truly is; a LIVING God! What an amazing honor to be a part of His work and plans. Love you! Courtney
PS Steve B. - Cozmo says hello and he loves you! ;) But, I love you the most!
Hi all in USA, Just a note to tell you all the kids are holding up great, they begin early and go to bed late and barely have any down time. No sickness or problems at all. Just a little tired, but after we get our day going we forget that until we hit the pillow at night. Your girls are beautiful in all their skirts. Our boys got quite dirty yesterday, pretty sure those clothes are in the trash, but wow they worked hard. Murph I think Greg has some new techniques to teach the crew and some ideas on a the next spec house:) Harringtons, Christy is doing great, she is loving it and her leg is doing great and looking better according the Dr. Phyllis. We feel your prayers and you bring tears to my eyes as I read your replies, we need this. We miss you. Our God is so BIG and we don't see that all the time. Again, all the kids and adults are great, food has been good, not too much trouble at all. We are eatting.
Steve, Sara and Will and I miss you so much. We love you and cannot wait to see you.
Love you all,
Jamie
As we begin today, I am humbled by all of your comments. I am about to read them to everyone before we pray and go out today. Pray for us. Each day will be increasingly difficult as fatigue settles in. God has been our strength and has carried us this far, and will continue to power us. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your prayers. Often we speak of prayer in cliche form, but every single prayer you send up to our God on our behalf strengthens us and we feel its impact. Please do not stop.
Parents, you have so much to be proud of. These kids of yours are absolutely incredible. Their preparation for this trip has been unprecedented. They are completely focused and have done EVERYTHING asked of them with no hesitation. "I want you to share in front of these 300 people in a few minutes." "Okay."
Courtney, I love you and I miss you! Can't wait to see you next week!
Love you guys!
Steve
Amazing & Wow! It's so fun to read and see the pictures of how God is at work in all of you. Great job to everyone...stay strong and know you are loved. I'm proud of you campmom Jamie, dancer Sara, & preacherboy Will.
Love Steve/dad
Jason,
We have been wanting to make contact with you since Sunday. We miss you. We have been viewing the blog about 3-4 times a day. We are so blessed to be a part of such an amazing group of people. I cannot begin to number the people in OKC and the entire state of OK (via the SCW)that are praying for you all.
We all love you and look forward to seeing you on Monday. Be safe and stay strong. Continue the race set before you.
With love and respect,
Molly and the boys
p.s. We found a Woody doll. YEAH!
Jason,
I am praying for you! Praise God from Whom all blessings flow!
I love you!
Mom C.
Jason-
It has been exciting to read how the Lord is using your group for His glory. We are praying for you daily! Olivia was excited to see your (Uncle J's) picture on the computer.
We can't wait to hear about the entire experience when you return home.
We love you!
Jeremy, Jill, Olivia, and Owen
Hello Mission Ghana,
Only the Watkins family knows who I am. I have been following your "expanding horizons" from very far away. I am stuck at the foundation and the sowing of the seeds of what God has planed for each of you as you grow and go out into the world. Each day brings with it a cementing of Our Savior's love for you and those you are uplifting in Ghana. Drink deeply these sites. Safe Travels!
Love,
Janice Bastani
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