Early this May I got to live a dream, preaching in the USA. On the 2nd of May I kissed my wife and children goodbye and boarded the big metal bird for what would be 20 hours of flying to land in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I was greeted by the friendliest and down to earth people you could imagine.
I remember a few years ago, I was going through a difficult time of turmoil; my whole world was collapsing around me. I had many difficult decisions to make. Which way should I go? Who should I trust? Where is God in all of this? Should I fight these attacks? These were just some of the questions I had to answer.
Nations I Have Redeemed You
Isaiah 43:1 But now, this is what the LORD says— he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine."
Have you ever seen a nation struck down with fear? In recent times, many nations have been paralyzed by fear. Fear of unemployment, global recession, natural disaster and war. All these things can bring a nation to grieve and live in fear. In this verse we see the nature and character of God. Not only does he care for the individual person, he is also deeply concerned with nations. Even though this verse is directed at Israel, I believe every nation on earth has a unique calling and mission from God. Nothing is wasted or without plan when it comes from God.
This year I have witnessed many miracles in finance, family, spiritual, and physical needs. I love it how God is not limited by our expectation or boundaries. It keeps my faith fresh and waiting to see what God will do next. Just the other weekend, I ran my seminar One Heart at a Time. One of the topics covered was ‘Being Spirit Led’ and in that topic we cover healing. I believe there are six reasons why we should pray for or command a healing in Jesus’ name.
I have written much about prayer and I am a great believer in the power of prayer. It is also an area where I have struggled with consistency. Last year I was a youth/ young adult’s pastor. One Sunday night service I asked the congregation some questions about their prayer life. I found out that less than 5% took the time to pray daily.
6 Simple Keys for Achieving Success in Life
What has been your greatest key to success in life? While I have not “made it” yet, I am well on my way. There are some simple keys that I want to share with you that have helped me get where I am today. These are foundations to my life and ministry. I hope you find them helpful.
