Episode 2: The First Sunday Service

The Great Commission

Episode 2: The First Sunday Service

A New Beginning

Sunday morning arrived with the golden rays of the sun spreading over the small church, House of Grace. The simple altar stood firm, the Bible still in place, and the microphone ready for the Word of God. The plastic chairs, once empty, now began to fill with men, women, and children who had heard David’s preaching the previous evening.

People from different walks of life came—some out of curiosity, some searching for hope, and some who had already felt the power of God working in their hearts.

David stood at the front, watching as the small congregation grew before his eyes. His heart was full of gratitude.

📖 "Hallelujah! Welcome, my brothers and sisters! Today is a special day because where two or three are gathered in His name, the Lord is present among us!"

The people clapped and responded, their spirits eager to receive the Word.

David’s Sunday Message

David picked up his Bible and turned to Psalm 23. His voice was steady, filled with faith and power.

📖 "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want!" he declared.

📖 "Many of us have spent our lives chasing things—money, success, approval from others—but we forget the most important thing: GOD! He is our provider, our protector, and our guide! When we trust Him fully, we will never lack any good thing!"

Some people nodded in agreement, others whispered ‘Amen.’

📖 "Some of you are going through trials. Some of you are facing storms in your life. But listen to the promise of God: ‘Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me!’"

A woman in the front wiped her tears. A man in the back closed his eyes and lifted his hands.

📖 "My brothers and sisters, God is FAITHFUL! He has not forgotten you. He has a plan for you. But you must trust Him with all your heart!"

The Prayer

After the message, David lifted his hands and prayed over the people.

🙏 "Father, in the mighty name of Jesus, I thank You for bringing Your people here today. Lord, You see their hearts, their struggles, their pain. I pray that You touch every person here today. Heal the sick, comfort the broken, provide for those in need. Let Your presence fill this place!"

🙏 "Lord, I pray for the families represented here. Strengthen marriages, restore relationships, and bring peace into their homes. Let their children grow in Your wisdom. Let their households be full of joy and Your presence!"

🙏 "Father, for those who are facing financial difficulties, open the windows of heaven and provide for them. You are Jehovah Jireh, our provider! For those who are seeking direction, let them hear Your voice clearly. Lead them in Your perfect path!"

🙏 "I declare breakthrough! I declare healing! I declare joy! I declare victory over every life in Jesus' mighty name!"

The people shouted ‘Amen!’ Some were in tears, feeling the power of God touching their hearts.

Blessing the People

David then stepped down from the altar and began to pray personally over some individuals.

🔹 To an elderly woman who had been struggling to feed her grandchildren:

📖 "The Lord will provide for you. You will not lack, and your family will see the goodness of God!"

🔹 To a young man who had been searching for work:

📖 "I bless you in the name of Jesus! The doors of opportunity will open for you, and you will be a testimony of God’s favor!"

🔹 To a mother carrying a sick child:

📖 "Healing in the name of Jesus! Your child will recover, and the Lord’s power will be seen in your family!"

🔹 To a man who had lost hope:

📖 "Brother, do not be discouraged. God has not forgotten you. He is preparing something greater for you!"

More People Begin to Come

As David prayed and blessed the people, more people began arriving. Some had heard about the service through the Facebook page, others had been invited by those who had been touched the previous night.

Emmanuel, David’s older brother, stood at the back, watching everything. He had never seen his brother this way before. Something powerful was happening.

The first Sunday service ended with joy, hope, and the presence of God filling the place. Many left feeling renewed, blessed, and eager to return the next week.

But this was just the beginning…

To Be Continued…

Would you like the next episode to focus on David getting workers for the church or facing his first challenge? 😊

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