Overview
This transcript covers a complete worship service at Encounter Jesus Ministries International, featuring extended praise, testimonies of healing and transformation, ministry updates, teachings on the doctrine of power (with an emphasis on sacrifice and covenant), community news, instructions on upcoming changes, and closing prayers.
Praise & Worship
- The congregation repeatedly exhorted to bless and praise God for His preservation, mercy, and provision.
- Worship included songs, declarations of God's uniqueness, and moments of corporate surrender to God.
- Emphasis was placed on expressing gratitude and acknowledging God's might in overcoming challenges.
Testimonies & Miracles
- Multiple testimonies of healing from long-term illnesses, pain, and financial breakthrough were shared by congregants.
- Reports of significant outreach impact, including hundreds of souls won and notable miracles during crusades and community outreaches.
- Personal accounts highlighted the role of prayer, obedience, and faith in experiencing divine intervention (e.g., restoration of sight, healing from growths, and protection after theft).
Recent Teachings & Ministry News
- Recap of teachings: Abraham’s journey of faith, the doctrine of power, virtues (such as brokenness and humility), and scriptural examples of those who walked in God’s power.
- Updates on weekly ministry programs, TV schedules, and highlights from a recent three-day crusade.
- Announcement and celebration of over 450 souls won during the prior weekend outreach.
Doctrine of Power: Part Four
- The teaching focused on the multidimensional nature of spiritual power: influence (Alka), executive authority (Exousia/Eiskus), power to create change (Dunamis/Kratos), and compelling power (Anakazo).
- Emphasis on sacrifice as a broad-spectrum spiritual element that activates God’s sovereignty when other factors (prayer, revelation, obedience) are limited.
- Biblical examples (Abraham, Solomon, Cornelius, etc.) used to illustrate how sacrifice and covenant produce lasting impact and divine intervention.
Instructions & Community Announcements
- Announcement: Last physical service at the current location; services to be online for at least two weeks due to national elections and ongoing building project delays.
- Encouragement to participate in offerings, support the building project, and join the newly launched website and future mobile app.
- Attendees were instructed on post-service group meetings and transportation arrangements.
Decisions
- Move services online for two weeks due to environmental security and election volatility.
- Transition to new venue after the break, with updates to be provided.
Action Items
- Immediately – Congregation: Join social media handles and website for ongoing updates.
- Immediately – Ministry teams: Organize and communicate with transportation captains for smooth transition.
- Ongoing – Everyone: Support building project and participate in virtual services during the intermission.
Recommendations / Advice
- Exercise voting rights prioritizing kingdom alignment over personal interests in upcoming elections.
- Cultivate personal lives of sacrifice, covenant, and obedience to walk in all dimensions of God's power.
- Maintain connection with the ministry through digital platforms during the service break.
Closing Prayers & Blessings
- Prayers for preservation, discernment, and protection during the election season.
- Blessings over the congregation, ministry partners, and newly wedded couple.
- Encouragement to reflect on the message and commit to sacrificial spiritual living.