I was struggling with a cold and it felt like my head was going to explode. It was wet and rainy and dark. But last night I forgot all about my « light and momentary afflictions » as my heart rejoiced over a young man who gave his life to Christ.
We were all together after the rain scattered everyone just as we were about to present the trophies to the winning team. We all huddled on a porch to escape the downpour. We were glad because at least we got to finish the penalty kicks when the final ended in a tie.
I had just finished counting the response cards for the game: 16 indicated they trusted in Christ, and 13 said they would like more information.
Just then a young man came into the middle of us and knelt down. He asked us to pray for him. Nelson, a STEP (seminary) student asked him what he would like us to pray about and he said he wanted to trust Christ. Nelson patiently explained the Gospel to him but made it clear that we could not pray for him to trust Christ, this was a decision he had to make on his own. After this explanation and him asking a few questions he was ready to pray, and what a simple, sincere prayer it was!
It's so neat to see God moving in the hearts of people. We were just faithful in proclaiming the Gospel, and this young man sought us out because the Holy Spirit prompted him.
Moments like these make it all worth it!
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