April 2004
Beloved Partners & Friends
Really exciting and tremendous things are happening in the ministry! I have just come in from Britain and Finland. In over 20 years of ministry to Britain, for the first time I really felt the first flickers of the fire of the Holy Spirit for revival in that nation. God is getting ready to do something there and that is wonderfully exciting.
In Helsinki, we had a glorious Intercession conference. Over 100 Out of Africa intercessors came in by personal invitation only from all over Finland. It was an outstanding directional conference! This was followed by a dynamic Easter Convention at which we announced the opening of a Bible College in Finland in September 2006. The auditorium went wild with excitement. We will be offering a two year programme in Finland followed by a year on the African Continent that will give a degree certificate. This College will be a College of intercession for revival in the nation of Finland and for the equipping of young men and women to take the Gospel to the nations. It seems that wherever I go, I meet Christians who are gearing DOWN for the second coming of Jesus. Well, we are GEARING UP for the greatest in-gathering of souls that has ever been in the history of the Church! There is no room for pessimism, disillusionment or doubt. The Lord is about to do some tremendous things on this planet. It is well overdue that the believer "girded up his loins" for there is coming the sound of the "abundance of rain!"
All of our work is focused on mighty revivals and winning the lost in the NATIONS of the world. We are completing the school in Malawi and will soon embark on building the Bible College there. We will rebuild the Bible College in Sudan and we have professional men currently looking for property in Finland. We have given ourselves to the NATIONS and have asked of the Lord for the nations of the earth. It is through these Bible Colleges and the solid, sound, dynamic teaching and preaching of God's Holy Word that we are able to multiply Holy Spirit vessels for the nations.
The exciting things that are happening in the ministry are the fruit of years of faithful intercession where we have asked God for "His every creature." We are bursting with enthusiasm and fire to see the presence of the Lord manifest wherever we go and to whatever we turn our hands. With the Lord, there is no failure. If you are doing anything that the Lord has not told you to do, then STOP immediately and take stock of your life. I was horrified to discover on my recent trip to Finland, that so very many pastors and spiritual leaders of all denominations are suffering from "burn out." This is because the work and ministry is theirs and not the Lord's. We are busy, yes, but His presence and power is our abiding strength and no matter the volume of work, there is ALWAYS His peace and joy reigning! We are so delighted that you are partnering with us in the great work. We may not be greatly known or recognized but we most certainly are making an impact in the NATIONS and for ETERNITY! In the immortal words of Moses to his father-in-law, Jethro, we repeat, "Come with us and we will show you good, for the Lord hath spoken good concerning Israel!" The best years of ministry are yet ahead. We thank each of you, our partners and friends for your faithful support, some of you for almost two decades! That is FAITHFULNESS and the Lord always rewards faithfulness. We want you to share the dynamic excitement of the exploding work and vision of many years. True revival fires are coming wherever we touch the nations and it is all for His glory and Kingdom. We are so honoured to be His servants and so privileged and honoured to serve Him. Let us together give ourselves more devotedly, more unreservedly and more completely to Him for His work and glory. Great things are about to happen with Shekinah/Kalibu and we desperately long for you to be a vital part of the work. The word is THE NATIONS and we all must have a vision for the "every creature commission."
MALAWI REPORT
After years of intercession and elections next month, it is an absolute fact that the Moslem President of Malawi will not be re-elected and we are trusting for a complete defeat of his entire party. The Lord has given us His assurance. It is imperative that each and everyone on our newsletter purchases a copy of "TO WIN A NATION" that tells of the incredible designs of Islam and the entire Sudan story.
We are seeing an EXPLOSION in the ministry in Malawi despite many attacks of the enemy. Islam is being stopped in its tracks and Malawi is one of the strategic nations in the stopping of Islam invading all of Africa.
If anybody is interested in roofing a rural church or supporting a pastor or worker or evangelist in Malawi, please let us know.
TO SAVE A NATION
Please, please buy a copy of this incredible book that outlines the power of intercession to change the destiny of nations. It brings you from the beginning of our work in Sudan through 8 incredible years of ministry up until the present moment as the South and Khartoum regime are about to sign the long awaited peace treaty which is unprecedented in the entire history of this horrendous war of genocide. The book also reveals the strategy of Islam to take over the entire earth through jihad or holy war. "To Save A Nation" highlights the battles and struggles of Shekinah/Kalibu to establish God's purposes and plans through the power of intercession, the establishment of the Bible College in Southern Sudan and the ultimate victory through faithful commitment to the cause. Our victories are your victories.
The book along with another new book, “Praise and Worship— Your Key To God’s Throne” will be available on the book tables as Pastor Michael travels the U.S. this year or can be obtained via email:
Shekmin@aol.com
Or by calling the office in Kansas City:
(816) 734-0493
MALAWI TRUCK
It is so very thrilling to let you all know that the truck is now fully paid and exactly on time! Thank you, thank you, thank you each one for your most generous help and support. It is beyond our comprehension how the Lord is multiplying the finances for every need. There is not a day that goes by that building in Malawi is ever halted because there are no funds to buy cement or the many other necessities for such an enormous project. Please keep on praying and giving!!! We are deeply appreciative for all your support. The six payments of almost $6000 a month have been over and above all the other expenses to run this ministry. Oh, the faithfulness of the Lord is too marvelous and exciting. This is rich soil for His kingdom! We love you all and again, THANK YOU!
MICHAEL HOWARD'S 2004 ITINERARY
April 23 ELKHART, IN -- Spirit of Prophecy -- Contact: Gary Rogell -- 800.717.7665
April 24 SPENCERVILLE, IN -- Dennis Reed’s Home Group -- 260.238.4077
April 25 MIDDLEBURY, IN -- River of Life -- Pastor Gordon Henke -- 574.825.3693
April 26/27 LAKEFOREST, IL -- Grant Noble’s Home Group -- 847.615.0249
April 28/29/30 WOLFORD, ND -- Island Lake Chapel -- Contact: Greg Graber -- 701.583.2271
May 2 TORONTO, CANADA -- Finnish Pentecostal Church, Toronto
May 4/5/6 CANADA -- Contact Pat Lasher -- 416.626.1534 or Carol Schwartz -- 519.570.4121
May 9 LITTLE FALLS -- Faith, Hope, Love Church -- Pastor Jan Bosman -- 320.285.4777
May 11/12/13 LAS VEGAS, NV -- Contact: Ron Hartman -- 702.247.1484
May 14/15 HOUSTON, TX -- Debbie Russell’s Home Group -- 281.687.8300
May 16 HOUSTON, TX -- Encourager Church -- Pastor Bob Phillips -- 713.722.4300
May 17/18/19/20 SAN ANTONIO, TX -- Contact: Bill Fury -- 210.723.4703
May 21/22/23 SIERRA VISTA, AZ -- Restoration Fellowship -- Bob Elliott -- 520.378.0771
May 25/26 SPRINGFIELD, MO -- Home group Contact Greg Ranes -- 417.581.5965, 417.830.5633 (c)
May 27 MASSENA, NY -- New Testament Church -- Contact: Phil Neville -- 315.322.0229
May 28/29/30 MADRID, NY -- Christian Fellowship Center -- Contact: Phil Neville -- 315.322.0229
May 30 p.m. WEST MONROE, NY -- New Life Church -- Pastor Brent Culver -- 315.668.7320
June 1/2/3 CHARLESTON, SC -- Contact: Pastor Seymour Cook -- 843.873.1098
June 4/5/6 BLYTHEWOOD, SC -- Threshing Floor Ministries -- Pastors Ralph/Patti Walden
-- 803.714.0050
June 8 BIRMINGHAM, AL -- Home group—contact Jack Mack -- 205.680.5800
June 9 BUNKER HILL, WV-- Bunker Hill Brethren—contact Raymond Martin -- 304.229.2013
June 10/11/12 OAKTON, VA -- Church at Northern Virginia Chapel -- Contact: Martha/John
Moshides -- 703.560.2896
June 13/14 FINDLAY, OH -- New Life Assembly, Contact: Pastor Dutch -- 419.423.8465
June 15 GOSHEN, IN -- House of Prayer, Contact Jerry and Ethel Reeder -- 574.553.0931
RESPONSES TO NEWSLETTER ARTICLES
I can’t imagine how you must feel about starting over with this (the Sudan Bible School) but truly, Father does know best. This does mean starting from scratch—right? As in bricks and land clearing and all that stuff? Thank God for strong young men who have a heart to work and serve—so now, Lord, send the resources, in Jesus’ name. I feel very grateful to the Lord for allowing me to be a part of what He is doing in this work. Why—just think—even if you were stopped now, you have trained a lot of wonderful vessels of honor and God is well able to take the land through a few good men. However, I have studied the art of war and the objective is to HOLD the land taken and progress from there. Perhaps this is a “break out” situation wherein the Lord will now do the “exceedingly abundantly suddenly” thing He loves to do so well. I pray it is but in the meanwhile God grant you the great grace you will need to start over. When it is done in the Spirit it is just a matter of patience to walk it out here on terra firma. The supply line to Shekinah has need of being fully opened—God grant the open heavens promised in Jesus’ name.
I have been praying much about the meetings here in the US so that no waste of time should occur and no appointment made that is not from the Father. Also that all that needs to be accomplished here be done.
God give you the solutions to all the problems that arise, the answers to all the questions and the joy needed to make life a lovely garden of fruit that remains. Lord, do let all the rough places be made smooth now—the crooked straight and the encouragement of Jesus fill you to overflowing in Jesus’ name.
LSR Florida
“I just read your special edition regarding the Kalibu Academy situation. We love you and will continue to support your ministry until the Lord comes. I’m sorry, but I’m so proud of you that you are not despairing but are leaving the future to God and His will. I’m praying that all things will work out to the glory of our Father.”
JM Nevada
“I appreciate your review of ‘The Passion of the Christ.’ I appreciated it because the nay-sayers have been few and far between—among committed Christian reviewers (and friends of mine). Almost a ‘me too spirit.”’ My sister who is born again really hated it. I did not find it to be a great film; but there were great moments for me. The violence was very tedious—Gibson really belabored his point about that. I’m glad I saw it but do not plan to see it again (as many of my friends have).”
DC Texas
“I felt exactly as you did at the end of the movie, ‘The Passion.’ The play down of the Resurrection!
In fact I wrote to Christianity Today magazine. I asked them if it wouldn’t be reasonable to see the rest of the story: the Glorious Risen Christ, ALIVE and talking and walking with Cleopas and friend, eating fish with Simon and the others; to catch a glimpse of life in eternity with Christ!
NP Indiana
ANOTHER NEW BOOK
In addition to the new book on Southern Sudan, “To Save a Nation” a powerful book on Praise and Worship is now available. It seems that praise and worship is no longer a vital part of our church services but a form of rote that the church knows it should go through because it has always been that way. God wants us to touch the Throne Room every time we enter in to praise and worship. It is not a “hit or miss” effort and the Bible is specific as to how to meet with Him.
