Famine of Hearing God's Word

“Behold days are coming,” declares the Lord God, “when I will send a famine on the land. Not a famine for bread or a thirst for water, but rather for hearing the words of the Lord.” Amos 8:11. The fastest growing “church” in Zimbabwe is a blend of African Traditional Religion and well known stories from the Old Testament. No scriptures are ever read or studied. In fact, members are not allowed to own a Bible or have one in their home. They must listen and obey their leaders – who call themselves prophets.

A Baptist Church member who used to be a prophet in this “church” testified that the only reason he wanted to be a prophet was to make money when he made prophecies for people. He openly admitted that his “prophecies” were fabricated lies that people wanted to hear and were willing to pay for. When he heard the true gospel preached he was convicted of his selfishness, repented, and is now a lay-leader who guides people to the Truth. Recently team member Gregg Fort had an opportunity to speak with some who follow this religion. They had become dis-satisfied and hungry for the Truth found only in God’s Word. Pray that the “famine” caused by the absence of God’s Word will cause these deceived people to Hunger and Thirst for the Truth. Pray that this “famine” will end in an abundant harvest for the kingdom of God.