
One year later, the Lord had packed the house again. People were standing in line (around the corner) to hear the Word. Our little fellowship now had thirty-five members.Įarly in 1978, the Lord made available the property at 4915 Sargent Road, N.E, The fellowship continued to grow and eventually as God had promised, He had packed the house again. Chairs were brought from the dining room and kitchen. The Word continued to go forth in power, and after several months, the Lord filled every available seat in that lower level. After his message, he confirmed a previous prophecy: “People from all over the world will know of Rhema.” He accepted the invitation to come and share the Word with Rhema. He was in town to speak for a Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship meeting. When Rhema was approximately six months old, our first visiting evangelist was Michael Henry from South Africa. Everyone who was present heard or saw the angels coming into the meeting or leaving the meeting. God came into our midst in a marvelous way to the extent that the entire church fell under the power.ĭuring another service, we had a visitation by angels. One Sunday night Rhema was holding a prayer and praise service. The first baptismal candidate was baptized in the backyard swimming pool. Oh yes, a bar! If God could glorify a cruel cross, what more could He do with a bar? Previously, all kinds of spirits were served from that bar, but now, only Holy Spirit-filled lessons from the Word of God were stocked there. Rhema held its first worship service in the lower level of the Pastor’s home.

and Doris Givens walking with their baby, Arvel E.
