Arrival in Zagreb
A small group of us left an overcast and rainy London for Zagreb in Croatia. As the aeroplane landed on the tarmac of Zagreb Airport, we were greeted by bright sunshine and the picturesque scenery of mountains all around us. How great is our God! His goodness and mercy know no bounds!
After routine passport checks, we were able to have some light refreshment while we waited for our drivers to arrive. With that, we set off for Slovenia where we had a meeting at 7pm.
Journey to Slovenia
The weather on the journey to Slovenia was in stark contrast to the sun-drenched region of Zagreb. The heavens opened, and we were accompanied by heavy rain, hailstones, and lightning. We arrived in Slovenia nearly three hours later and hit the ground running with just enough time to drop our suitcases, speedily change into choir uniforms, and get to the venue—Emanuel Church.
The First Service
Pastor Dennis had called our home church to pray for the mission trip. As Minister Jenny led Sincere Praise in song, we felt the effect of those prayers. There was a weight and clarity to each word that was sung—it was more than a melody. No one could take credit; God had woven a sound that touched the inner being of those present.
Rev. Taylor spoke from John 4 on the woman Jesus met by the well. God, by His Holy Spirit, used Rev. Taylor to deliver a life-transforming message under the anointing to those present.
Rev. Taylor explained that sin separates man from God, but it has always been God’s desire to have a relationship with us. In times like these, we need God more than ever, because only God can change and transform lives. Many people in the UK are coming to the Lord Jesus because they see the emptiness and disillusionment of life.
The message showed that Jesus broke down all barriers to meet the Samaritan woman—religious, cultural, gender, and racial. His encounter with her so transformed her life that she confronted her sin and shame, went back to the people who had rejected her, and told them that she had met the Messiah. As a result, revival broke out in that town.
Testimonies
After the service, we heard incredible testimonies of those whose lives had been impacted.
- One lady said that she had been invited to the meeting by a friend who told her, “You must come!” She said she heard the Gospel for the first time and “it has changed my life.” She now wants to know more about Jesus and will be attending the church.
- Another lady said that when she heard that Jesus came directly to the individual and cut through all the barriers, it did something to her and affected her so deeply that it is difficult for her to put into words.
- Another lady asked for prayer after hearing the Word of God. Her faith was inspired to trust the Lord for healing in her body.
Closing Reflections
We thank God for all that He has done. We were asked to promise we would come again soon. This is a new door that God has opened for Sincere Praise, and the impact of the ministry was life-transforming.
All the glory goes to God!
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