We started our first full day of the Navodaya Conference today! After breakfast, all of the attendees gathered together for the morning session, where the bold and audacious speaker proclaimed revival for the country. After the message, an opportunity was given to repent and cry out to God, on behalf of Sri Lanka.
The pastors and spiritual leaders represented a beautiful mix of different regions, generations, and languages. The many different denominations blended together splendidly. As they knelt, prayed, and wept together for their country, there was an undeniable glimpse of the unity God desires for His people.
One of the notable moments of today was the intentional honoring of the elders – to acknowledge that the work for unity and revival in Sri Lanka has been built upon generations. After affirming an honorable pastor who had been in ministry for over 45 years, he was asked to share a few words with the younger generation of leaders. The words he had were simple, yet weighty: “I only did what I was called to do, I only responded because God placed the burden on my heart.”
Our evening session tonight ended with a recognition of the 560 different pastors and leaders who were attending the conference, representing all 9 provinces and 12 denominations of Sri Lanka. It was a powerful and encouraging picture of the intentional unity of the Sri Lankan church to witness them intercede on behalf of their country for revival!
We’re amazed at the way God is showing up, and hope God will continue to blow our minds throughout the remaining of the conference!
– Rob
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