Today, Deb and I, along with a team from PowerPoint, will leave for London and an opportunity to preach the Word of God in this great world city. Our daily radio program is heard each day in the "Mother Country," and the response has been remarkable. The radio audience is growing and we are connecting with people on a personal level. Lives are being transformed and the Scripture is being taught.
Western Europe, including Great Britain, is becoming increasingly secular. Alongside of this is the explosion of the Muslim population and the advance of Islam. With the current birthrate in Europe, most countries will be predominately Muslim within the next 50 years. So it is extremely urgent that the Gospel is preached now. This is a tipping point for the world.
There are signs that God is beginning to move in London. Asian, African and Australian immigrants are reaching large communities for Christ. The Brits themselves are open to the Good News. Revival is touching many of the churches. When we were in London last year, more than 2,000 came out on a Friday night to hear our message. I was deeply moved and encouraged by what we experienced. Premier Christian Radio is providing us and other strong ministries the opportunity to proclaim the Word of God, and this is having a certain impact.
At the same time, many pastors and church leaders are discouraged. One of our privileges this week will be to speak to a large group of pastors and encourage them to stay in the battle and fight the good fight of faith. Deb will speak at a Women's Conference. We are doing radio and television interviews, and then on Friday, October 3, we will have a PowerPoint rally and worship service at one of the largest evangelical churches in London. Please pray for these opportunities God is giving us and that the Holy Spirit will enable us to exalt Christ and declare Truth. On Sunday I will be preaching at the very fine Trinity Baptist Church and inviting people to follow Jesus. So, as you can see, we have a full schedule and an amazing privilege for which I am very grateful. There are a number of you who would like to see the detailed schedule and may have friends who want to attend. By clicking here, you can get the day-by-day itinerary.
One of my preacher heroes is the renowned Charles Haddon Spurgeon, who is considered by many as the greatest pastor/preacher in history. He preached in London in the 19th Century. Vast throngs of people came to hear him at the Metropolitan Baptist Tabernacle. All of London heard the Gospel. Today, it is very different in Great Britain and most of the churches are struggling. But God is still on the throne and Jesus is Lord. I believe God still moves and so do many believers in England. The God of Spurgeon, Wesley, Wilberforce and Whitfield is able to bring Britain to Christ. With believing hearts, we go knowing that He will use us. Please pray. —Jack
Western Europe, including Great Britain, is becoming increasingly secular. Alongside of this is the explosion of the Muslim population and the advance of Islam. With the current birthrate in Europe, most countries will be predominately Muslim within the next 50 years. So it is extremely urgent that the Gospel is preached now. This is a tipping point for the world.
There are signs that God is beginning to move in London. Asian, African and Australian immigrants are reaching large communities for Christ. The Brits themselves are open to the Good News. Revival is touching many of the churches. When we were in London last year, more than 2,000 came out on a Friday night to hear our message. I was deeply moved and encouraged by what we experienced. Premier Christian Radio is providing us and other strong ministries the opportunity to proclaim the Word of God, and this is having a certain impact.
At the same time, many pastors and church leaders are discouraged. One of our privileges this week will be to speak to a large group of pastors and encourage them to stay in the battle and fight the good fight of faith. Deb will speak at a Women's Conference. We are doing radio and television interviews, and then on Friday, October 3, we will have a PowerPoint rally and worship service at one of the largest evangelical churches in London. Please pray for these opportunities God is giving us and that the Holy Spirit will enable us to exalt Christ and declare Truth. On Sunday I will be preaching at the very fine Trinity Baptist Church and inviting people to follow Jesus. So, as you can see, we have a full schedule and an amazing privilege for which I am very grateful. There are a number of you who would like to see the detailed schedule and may have friends who want to attend. By clicking here, you can get the day-by-day itinerary.
One of my preacher heroes is the renowned Charles Haddon Spurgeon, who is considered by many as the greatest pastor/preacher in history. He preached in London in the 19th Century. Vast throngs of people came to hear him at the Metropolitan Baptist Tabernacle. All of London heard the Gospel. Today, it is very different in Great Britain and most of the churches are struggling. But God is still on the throne and Jesus is Lord. I believe God still moves and so do many believers in England. The God of Spurgeon, Wesley, Wilberforce and Whitfield is able to bring Britain to Christ. With believing hearts, we go knowing that He will use us. Please pray. —Jack
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Dear Pastor Jack,
We are so excited and grateful that you are in London to preach God's good word, shine a light and start some fires.
My husband is from England and his parents live in Northern England. His father is a lay preacher there. He tells us about the huge Muslim populations and the building of Mosques. He is constantly concerned and telling us about how the Christian religion has lost its footing. He is an avid man of Christ and spreads the word to everyone he knows. He and Grandma are a great inspiration to us. We will tell them about your visit. They visit us every 6 months and they have seen you preach. Dad is 82, but spry as a young chicken. We are saying constant prayers for England and the Christian faith to touch their hearts. Let us know if we can help. The Wilcock Family - Prestonwood Church Members
Your ministry trip to London sounds incredible. I hope Prestonwood has opportunities to contribute to the work over there...I would love to be a part of meeting needs in that part of the world.
~ Patrick F
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