Interesting things I experienced and learned on my missions church in Nigeria.

But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. Acts 1:8

Today, I will continue to share about my Missions trip to Lagos, Nigeria, Africa. I hope this blog is interesting and insightful for you.

Most of my ministry was through The Redeemed Christian Church of God (headquarters is in Lagos). RCCG is a very large Nigerian based denomination with over 1,500,000 members worldwide. It is a very fast growing denomination with 1000’s of churches worldwide, and over 200 churches in the USA.

Christianity in Lagos, Nigeria: Christian excitement over the Gospel is unparalleled in comparison to the average church in the USA. The excitement I saw in the church was lived out by most 24/7 – AMEN!

Largest Meeting attended: Attended a service in one of largest auditoriums (known as Redemption Camp) in the world. Crowds were in the 100,000’s. Most believers I ever worshipped with. They top crowds of over 1 million in their large yearly convention in July.

Travel: All cars in Lagos are called Jeeps even though the most common cars for those who could afford it were Toyota, Honda, and Mercedes-Benz. Many walk and use taxis (which come in 4 forms) which are 3-wheeled small vehicles, motorcycles (lots of motorcycles, cars and vans.

Electricity: Government electricity is scarce and runs 6-8 hours a day, then those who can afford run their homes (and churches) on gas generators.

Sports: Soccer (they call football) is very popular in Nigeria.

Things I ate for first time: Goat’s head, Beaver, and large snail.

Cigarette Smoking: In all my travels and looking out the window of the car everywhere they took me, I only saw 3 people smoking a cigarette out of 1000’s in the City (not talking about in church). I asked about this and was told that smoking is not a thing Christians do, and it has effected Lagos to the point where it is not even popular among unbelievers.

Upon my return to USA: I visited my children and grandchildren in Atlanta, GA, and then visited Pastor Robert and his wife Liz for a few days. While there, I gave my first PowerPoint presentation of my trip to Nigeria.

On our way home (by car from GA to PA) we stopped in Columbia, SC, to visit The Misssionary Church International (TMCI). There we met Scott (who runs the office and much more), and Miss Judy (the late founder’s wife and now president) . We had a great time of fellowship. I have been part of this organization for 5 years.

Then we went to Redeemed Christian Church of God – Victory Temple (also in Columbia, SC) with Pastor Kwesi Ansah, Jr. We had a wonderful time of fellowship with him. It was my first experience in the USA of the RCCG, and it was wonderful. Then onward to continue our drive home to Kane, PA.

That brings us to our next blog that will be on what God is doing back here in USA in my life, and in touching people with Christ around the world. AMEN!

NOTE: This blog is not intended ordinarily for in depth teaching of the Word of God. For that please go visit my devotional site at: http://www.biblefood.org/ and my audio sermons at: http://www.sermon.net/ Search word: "biblefood"

Back in the USA after 6 exciting weeks in Nigeria, Africa!

Due to my 6-week missions trip and still not being home yet, this is the longest gap between blogs since I started this blog in 2007.

Lagos, Nigeria, Africa was an awesome 6-week trip (Nov. 25 - Jan 7)! Revival is happening in Lagos,Nigeria!

I preached 28 times in 3 denominations in approx. 8 different churches. It truly was an exciting time, and I can say the Southern Nigerian Christians are fired up for Jesus and experience much more revival than we do here in the USA. They are establishing mission churches to America!

Pastor Seyi of Livingstone Assembly, who invited me to Lagos, Nigeria, and housed me for six weeks. What a blessing he and his family were to me!

I also was able to go to one orphanage and support 2 orphanages. It was a glorious time.

I will share some of my audio messages from Africa on http://www.sermon.net/

When you go there, search under "biblefood" and you'll be able to listen to my sermons.

Also, I had time to build relationships with many ministers; they would like me to come back at the end of July (we'll see - but hope to).

Note: Meanwhile, we need to pray for Christians in Northern Nigeria (especially Jos) since there are deaths happening as the "Christians" and Muslims fight each other.
Upon leaving Nigeria, I flew back to Atlanta and spent a week with my family (who live in the Atlanta area), and now are currently in the Savannah area with a minister friend. I was able to preach and do a powerpoint presentation for the Sunday evening service about my trip to Nigeria.

We leave (driving) for Pennsylvania on Friday with stops in Columbia, SC, to visit the ministry that ordained me and possibly visit a church there and then to check out Charlotte, NC.

We are moving our ministry (www.goproclaim.com) to Charlotte, NC, in Spring 2010. We are excited about the move, we are not sure if we will pastor there or not, as we forsee much more travel in our ministry. Travel will be to churches and events in USA, as well as overseas (as the Lord provides). I am also seeking God's direction on full-time ministry or tentmaker.

Glad to be back blogging, writing devotions, chatting, etc.

Lots to share but this will have to do for now, in my next blog I'll share some of the unique things I learned while in Lagos :-)