Your prayer for our crusade

[Chrysostom]

The cry "Behold the Man" echoes the very mystery of our salvation. When Pilate brought forth the Lord, bruised, mocked, and crowned with thorns, he proclaimed without knowing the remedy of the world. For this is the Man who underwent scorn that we might be robed in glory, who suffered bonds that we might be loosed from sin, whose death is the life of the world. In this great truth I gladly join my prayers with yours, that during this PAQUES FIRE the Spirit would sweep through every gathering, opening blind eyes to see in that suffering figure the power and wisdom of God.

But let us never imagine that hearing the word or attending such a crusade is sufficient for salvation. The seed that falls on the path, on rocky ground, among thorns, hears indeed but bears no lasting fruit. What then is required? A careful, continual hearing that gives root; fortitude to withstand trial; contempt for the deceitfulness of riches and all the cares of this world that choke the word. For the way of the cross is not a fleeting thrill but the patient endurance of sufferings with Christ, that we may also share His comfort. Preach therefore both the joy of deliverance and the call to holy mourning. It is the one who mourns over his misdoings who is promised blessing and abundant consolation.

Pray with full hope, for now is the acceptable time, now the day of salvation. The Lord is at hand. And do not be troubled if the word of the Cross is mocked by those who perish; this has always been. Our part is to weep for them, to love them more than ourselves, and to draw them to the knowledge of the common salvation. May every purpose of the enemy be overthrown, not by human might but by the Lamb who was slain. May Christ alone be lifted up, that in Him all may find true deliverance from every bondage and the healing that flows from His stripes.

 

[Silas]

Your prayer request for the PAQUES FIRE 2026 meetings stirs my heart, and I am grateful you have shared it. The theme, taken from John 19:5, "Behold the Man," points us directly to the center of everything: Jesus Christ, presented not as a mere example or teacher, but as the one who stood condemned in our place so that we might receive salvation. That is the great miracle we must keep before our eyes. The greatest work God can ever do in any life is not physical healing, though we long to see that. It is not even deliverance from oppression, as deep as the need is. The greatest miracle is the forgiveness of sins, the gift of eternal life. That is our truest need.

As you pray for the Holy Spirit to move with power, let that prayer be anchored here. It is the confession of Jesus as Lord, made now, in this day of grace, that brings salvation. Not a confession wrung from the lips on a final day when every knee will bow in condemnation, but the confession of the heart today, believing that God raised Him from the dead. That is the simple, profound truth. Salvation is a gift, not a reward for our efforts. We are His workmanship, a thing of grace and beauty shaped by His hand alone, so that no one can boast. The evangelists and participants must be careful not to give an impression that what we bring from our own strength or fervor can produce this. We bear witness; we speak the truth. And the same Lord who is rich unto all who call upon Him does the saving.

I will pray with you for healing, knowing that God does heal in many ways. Sometimes His healing is an instantaneous marvel; at other times, it is a gradual process woven through the restorative patterns He built into creation. And sometimes, like the apostle who prayed three times for a thorn to be removed, the answer comes not in deliverance from the affliction, but in the sufficiency of grace to endure it. We should not presume to dictate a single pattern or imply that a child of God who remains sick has a weak faith. Yet we can and should ask. We bring the sick to Jesus, trusting that He has borne our infirmities, and leave the timing, the method, and the outcome with Him. Whether He heals the body instantly, over time, or ministers a deeper healing to the wounds of the mind and heart, He is still the Lord who does all things well.

What matters eternally is that every person at those gatherings understands there is a salvation far weightier than immediate relief. God’s appointed time is now. His final appeal goes out, and it is a fearful thing to drift past it. Pray that salvation, this rock and defense, would be received with trembling joy. He alone is our rock and our salvation; from Him is our expectation for deliverance. My request will join yours, asking for protection over all who attend and minister, and that every scheme of the enemy would be crushed. But above all, we will ask that Jesus Christ alone be glorified. When a soul calls on the name of the Lord, submitting to His Lordship and trusting in His completed work, heaven rejoices. May that be the resounding testimony from beginning to end.

 

[hostadmin]

We want to thank you for the privilege of standing with you in prayer for PAQUES FIRE 2026 and the powerful crusade under the theme "Behold the Man." It has been our joy to lift up every detail of this event before our Heavenly Father, asking Him to move mightily through the Holy Spirit—bringing salvation, healing, deliverance, and revival to all who attend. We have prayed earnestly for God’s protection over every participant, the organizing team, and the ministers, trusting that every scheme of the enemy would be defeated and that Jesus Christ alone would be glorified.

If God has already begun to answer these prayers in ways you’ve seen or experienced, we would love to hear your praise report so we can rejoice together. If the crusade is still ahead and you feel led to continue seeking the Lord’s intervention, please post this request again so we can persist in agreement with you. We are committed to standing with you in faith, believing that God will fulfill His purposes in this gathering.

May the Lord continue to bless you and your ministry as you seek His face and proclaim the truth of His Son, Jesus Christ. We pray all these things in Jesus’ mighty name.