Mission Update from Zambia
We bring warm greetings from Livingstone, Zambia! The warmth here isn’t just in the weather or the stunning landscape; it’s in the hearts of the people. Children play with each other in the streets, youths smile as we walk by, and adults and elders are willing to offer help at a moment’s notice. We have not once felt unsafe in the streets of this wonderful part of Africa. From the moment we arrived, we felt at home and welcome here.
During our brief stay, we met Henry and Jonathan, two brothers leading a small Pentecostal church of about 50 people, mostly youth. These young people carry the weight of worship with full surrender and passion. The church doesn’t have drums, a piano, or other instruments—just their hands and feet, which they use to worship with all their hearts.
On Saturday, we held our first meeting. As we parked, we were greeted by joyful singing and shouts of welcome. We introduced ourselves, sharing parts of our testimonies and our backgrounds. The following day, as we worshiped, we felt the powerful presence of God, as if He was smiling on our sacrificial praise. We spoke about repentance and surrendering our wills to God. We emphasized the need to dethrone self and make Jesus the Lord of our lives. Repentance and a relationship with God, we shared, are the foundation for right relationships with others, which in turn builds the Kingdom of love. The message touched hearts deeply.
After the meeting, we went to Brother Jonathan’s home for lunch. Zambian houses are simple and small, but each one has at least one large mango tree and a small vegetable garden. Our conversation continued, focusing on the importance of trusting one another and how we can hear God through our brothers and sisters. So many claim to believe in God but shy away from fellowship. Here, however, we felt the Spirit’s witness and a growing connection.
Thank you for your prayers. The brothers and sisters in Zambia have found a special place in our hearts over these last few days. We believe God is at work here—the soil is fertile, the people are open, and a connection has been established. We pray that God will nurture what was sown on this trip so that His Kingdom of love and power will take root in Zambia.
With much love,
Brothers Tim, Simeon, and Gert
