Encounter has been experiencing revival. Many have been repenting and turning back to God. And as the life of John the Baptist teaches us - that is what prepares the way for the Lord. The presence of God has become almost tangible in our midst as it was in Acts 10:33! What a time to be alive and apart of this ministry. Thank you God that you helped us endure to get here. Its been a long road.
Praise God for the testimonies of people who are hearing from the Lord and obeying in their marriages, finances and faith. Praise God for those who are starting to believe God is real, personal and powerful even today. Praise God for breaking the lie that the Holy Spirit "doesn't do that today." Praise God for the finances increasing. Praise God for not just the visitors but the remnant He is gathering to himself at Encounter Christian Church. He has been bringing ministry ready folks who are serious about encountering the very presence of God.
I just finished a 40 day juice and water fast and shared the experience with Encounter on Sunday. I'm getting emails and phone calls about those who are longing to seek God's face in fasting and prayer. Melanie is in the midst of a 7 day fast. We're hungry for the things of God. We are seeking first the kingdom of God and his righteousness.
There is a spirit of I John 3:2 - purifying ourselves as He is pure - because we want to be the 5 faithful virgins who are waiting and anticipating the things of God. Hebrews 9:28 "Christ...will appear...to those who eagerly await Him." (NASV) We are eagerly awaiting Him while asking the question - "Lord how do you want your kingdom set up?"
1) Please pray our zeal is not w/out knowledge according to Romans 10:2 but that we would be people of the book.
2) Pray that the revival doesn't just touch a 1/2 but all those in our midst.
3) Pray for an outpouring of kindness - a revival of kindness to manifest.
4) Pray that orphans would become sons and daughters. (this is a prayer for those who think they are alone and nobody cares - many w/ this mindset find they're way to encounter.)
5) Pray for deliverance to begin in the lives of those who have habits and addictions in their actions and thoughts. Let us be sanctified - mind, body and spirit.
6) Pray for my wisdom!
blessings
Caleb
