What a meeting tonight!

What a great blessed meeting we had tonight! It was our very first concerted prayer meeting, and not only we had 40+ people for the first time but it was truly a wonderful, spirit-filled worship with a lot of praises and prayers.

First, Elliot and his band led us deep into the presence of God. It was great to have a female singer for the first time and also percussion for the first time.

Next, we were reminded from Acts 1-2 that when God starts something new he calls his people to pray before anything else. Through prayer God changes us and those around us.

And, we saw a video clip of "Transformation" - a story about how God changed a city in Colombia through prayers of his faithful servants. I still remember the pastor "Julio" and his family (his daughters who said their father's death lives on inside of them and his wife who says "it is well with my soul" even after his death). And, I remember how people joyfully gave testimonies, saying "it is a different life!"

Finally, we spent time together praying to our heavenly Lord! Not so much about our own well-being, but for the vision God has given us, the communities we live in, and the people God has brought together. There truly is something special about letting go of my self and giving my all to Jesus and for His mission. As Jesus said, those who lose their lives for him are actually gaining it to its fullest!

I believe many of us were touched by God. And, we also made commitments to fast and pray for the next 2 weeks. Some for a meal here and there and some for a whole day fasting.

Yes! God is starting something new here. And, we know for sure it is only through His power that this will succeed. And, it is only through prayer God will move through us.

May we have the faith and strength to continue praying. Continue to call upon the Lord of heaven, continue to proclaim that it is only by His grace that we are saved, and continue to ask for more of his power so that we may make a difference in where we live.

Thank you Lord for tonight, for your presence, and for your people. Thank you Lord that you are starting something new among us.