Trinity’s MIT Veterans
Can you share with us one sign/ wonder/miracle you witnessed, or were a part of, during a missions trip? Cheryl: During a missions trip to Nias Island (Indonesia), one lady asked for prayers to heal a pain in her leg that made it difficult for her to walk. I sensed God telling me that she needed to surrender certain areas of her life to Him before we could pray for physical healing. I shared this with the one of the Bahasa Indonesia-speaking pastors and, together, we helped this lady deal with these issues. When that was done, we prayed for physical healing and the pain immediately went away. Hallelujah! I used to think that only pastors could heal the sick. I never expected God to use an ordinary person like me! During that trip, I learned that God can choose to manifest His power anytime, anywhere, and through anyone. All He needs is for a person to be available and willing to step out in faith. Amanda: During a recent trip to Myanmar, I was given opportunities
to serve as the Prayer Coordinator as well as share God’s word during an evangelistic event for the youths. On the morning of the event, our local prayer coordinator shared a breakthrough word for the team. She declared that this would be the day that the walls of Jericho come crashing down (Joshua 6) and there would be victory in the lives of those we ministered to. Prior to this, when I was preparing my message, I felt the Holy Spirit leading me to call for a surrendering of sins, addictions, and difficult situations to God. As I shared God’s word that day, I could really sense the powerful presence and ministry of the Holy Spirit. Many youths were touched by God’s love and began tearing in their seats. When I gave the altar call, I was amazed to see so many of them stepping forward to surrender their lives and situations to God. Indeed, God was doing something special in their hearts and lives. I was also deeply encouraged that God had already foretold this victory that morning. There was indeed a deep partnership with the Holy Spirit and with one another in our ministry.
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Do you have a word of encouragement for someone who is thinking of joining a missions trip? Cheryl: For those of you who feel that you are not ready to go on a missions trip, I will encourage you not to think too much about it. Just take a step of faith and go! I promise you that your life will never be the same once you embark on your first missions trip! You will be amazed at what God can do in and through you! If you are unable to take vacation leave to go on an overseas missions trip, you can sign up for a local missions trip, too! Ban Seng: I believe very strongly in “heart before skills.” If you feel you are not “skilled” or experienced enough, don’t worry. Our church has a good system in ministry training undergirded by a breakthrough anointing from God. You will not drown in deep water! You might take in a few mouthfuls of water but you will swim. Sarah: Wait no longer, fear no weakness, leave no regrets.