Making History in Cairo
Christ for all Nations concluded a historic year in 2024 with an extraordinary moment—Evangelist Daniel Kolenda proclaiming the Gospel in Cairo, Egypt.
Christ for all Nations began with a dream. Back in 1974, Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke, then a struggling missionary in southern Africa, had a prophetic dream in which he saw a map of Africa, washed in the blood of Jesus. He heard a voice declare, “From Cape Town to Cairo, Africa shall be saved.” In 2024, we felt a divine invitation to press into God’s promises.
PREACHING THE GOSPEL PUBLICLY IN CAIRO WAS CERTAINLY BOLD! As we pulled onto the field, it felt like stepping into a moment of history. The field was packed, but the atmosphere was unlike anything we’re used to. The crowd was reserved, quiet, respectful. Part of that is cultural, but part of it is the sheer novelty of this event – something unheard of in this part of the world. In a nation where more than 90% of the population is Muslim, preaching the Gospel openly isn’t just rare; it’s usually forbidden.
For the first time in Evangelist Kolenda’s ministry, he preached on a campaign field where a Muslim minaret literally loomed overhead. The call to prayer echoed across the crowd as the service continued. All around were houses and apartment complexes, inhabited by Muslim families, so close we could see into their windows. And yet, the Gospel rang out, loud and unmistakable. Some people sat on their balconies, listening intently.
When Evangelist Kolenda gave the call for salvation, the response was so overwhelming we nearly had a stampede! Then he prayed for the sick, and Jesus moved in power. Miracles happened, undeniable and wonderful. Some were too afraid to testify publicly, but nothing could stop Jesus from saving and healing.
Though many countries in Northern Africa are closed to the Gospel, Reinhard Bonnke felt a deep assurance from the Holy Spirit that a move of God would come that would open the way for the Gospel to penetrate even the most resistant places. As we ended 2024, we felt we were standing at the edge of that prophecy being fulfilled.
(SOURCE: Christ for All Nations via Christian Newswire)
