Ministry Report: June 2024
Family Update
The children are back in school. Ernest has written a book on LGBTQ. We will mention it in the ministry report below. The reception of the book has been great. Waturi is busy at work. She celebrated her 35th birthday on the 23rd of June. We had a family wedding. Turi’s elder brother got married. The family is generally doing okay. Keep us in prayer as we minister during this tough political season in our country.
New book: Unmasking LGBTQ
When the LORD called me into full-time ministry in 2016, I was compelled to start a men’s pornography addiction recovery class. I had personally battled porn addiction while a student at the university. When I got my freedom, I wanted others to experience it as well. And so, I started Powerhouse. Later, my wife and I started one for the women- Girl Power.
Our initial target was people with porn addictions, but the classes attracted all kinds of people with sexual baggage. Masturbation always seemed to couple with pornography. People who had cheated on their spouses came for the meetings. Some people joined the program out of curiosity. Some joined it to learn how to empower their leadership as religious leaders and mentors. They faced congregants and mentees who had sexual addictions and they had no idea how to help them. But there was another group that also came- homosexuals. Some were secretly bisexual, and their wives did not know about it. When we began Girl Power, the women started coming in as well. One lesbian told me of her heartbreak when she found out that her longstanding girlfriend had another girlfriend. Some came in for one-on-one help. Some wrote emails. It became clear that this was a group that our ministry could not ignore. That is how this book was birthed.
The LGBTQ movement has given us a front of rainbows, sparkles, lovely music, and cute boys on TV series. But is that the reality? The biases of pop culture are being pushed down the throats of the masses by Hollywood, the legacy media, and Western nations, and it is increasingly getting harder to speak up about this movement. Conveniently, the uncomfortable truths concerning the devastating impact of the lifestyle have been ignored like the proverbial elephant in the room. Meanwhile, many false narratives are taking centre stage in our world.
Unmasking LGBTQ offers information to the curious person seeking to understand what lurks in the inner sanctums of this movement. It equips the modern parent who is confused about how to have this unavoidable conversation with their children. It enlightens mentors, coaches, and spiritual leaders by offering poignant answers to the questions that their followers are asking. It offers hope for restoration to the person confused about their sexual identity, while calling for the restoration of biblically healthy masculinity and femininity. This book offers a unique blend of beneficial research, sound biblical reflections, and clear moral direction to a truth-starved generation that has lost its identity in sexual sin. You can make your order here: www.penstrokes.co.ke/unmasking-lgbtq/
Cooperative Bank: Tuesday 4th June 2024
I was invited by Cooperative bank through Anchor Relationship Network to speak to their staff on embracing a multigenerational workplace. I took the staff through a quick understanding of the various generations in the current workforce i.e. Baby boomers, Gen X, Gen Y/Millennials, and Gen Z. I urged the members to embrace unity despite their generational differences. The talk was received really well.
Elevate TV: Friday 7th June 2024
I was invited by Pastor John Wesley Kyalo for a media interview on Elevate TV. The subject was addictions, with a specific focus on sexuality. We had a great time on air. You can find the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/live/pYu_q02iFHM?si=70Lds_B_aKME8b7_
Premarital Season 10 Retreat: Saturday 8th June 2024
We concluded our 10th season of the premarital class with a retreat at Mamlaka Hill Chapel Ruaka. We rented the pool area for the entire afternoon and met more than 20 couples. We had a great time of eating and playing games. This class was relatively conservative compared to previous classes. The next premarital class starts on the 21st of July 2024.
Destiny Life Church Syokimau: Sunday 9th June 2024
I was invited to speak to the ex-candidates at Destiny Life Church in Syokimau. I met the team and we went through 1 Thessalonians 4:1-5 as we discussed biblical sexuality. The teens were very open and receptive. The seeds of truth were planted in them.
Cooperative Bank: Tuesday 11th June 2024
Cooperative bank through Anchor Relationship Network invited me again to speak to their staff on the same topic- embracing a multigenerational workplace. I repeated the presentation to a different team of staff. The reception was equally good.
Christian Life Assembly Kigali: 13th to 18th June 2024
Christian Life Assembly (CLA) church in Kigali, Rwanda invited me through Pastor Hassan Kibirango. I was invited to speak to the men during the Father’s Day weekend. I spoke on Friday night and Saturday morning to the men. On Saturday night I was invited to speak at New Life Church in Kigali. On Sunday I ministered in three services at CLA. They are the biggest English-speaking congregation in Rwanda. I was hosted by Pastor Hassan and his wife Joan. My stay was very warm. Here is the link for Sunday’s sermon: https://www.youtube.com/live/tXtxIFe2ha4?feature=shared
Deliverance for N: Friday 21st June 2024
We had our third and final session for a young lady called N. We completed all the sessions for inner healing and restoration. During the session, the LORD opened her spiritual eyes and she saw a number of visions. She cried a lot as well. After the session she was relieved. We will keep in touch with her as we monitor her progress.
Speaking at PCEA Juja Township Youth Dinner: Friday 21st June 2024
Elder Richard of Presbyterian Church of Eat Africa (PCEA) Juja Township invited me to speak at the church’s youth dinner. The topic of discussion was “More than a Feeling” themed from 1 Corinthians 13. I attended the dinner with three of the disciples that my wife and I are walking with. The dinner was held at Shepherd’s Hotel on the way to Gatanga. The message was received very well but the youth.
Waturi speaking at JKUAT CU: Sunday 23rd June 2024
Waturi was invited by the Jomo Kenyatta University of Science and Technology (JKUAT) Christian Union (CU) to speak on the subject of hurt in relationships. Waturi did a great job! The entire family accompanied her. It also happened to be her 35th birthday.
PAC Chapel: Tuesday 25th June 2024
Pan African Christian (PAC) University invited me to speak in their chapel service. I was hosted by Dr. Thuo Mburu. I preached on the subject of love. The message was received well. The chapel has a low attendance because of the ongoing protests. Despite that, the service went well.
Cooperative Bank: Wednesday 26th June 2024
Cooperative bank through Anchor Relationship Network invited me to speak to their male staff on the topic “Navigating Fatherhood and Family Dynamics.” I had a great time speaking with the men. They were engaged and receptive to the message. This was the third session with the bank this month. We are building a great relationship.
Trinity Chapel Nakuru: Sunday 30th June 2024
Pastor Charles Onyango invited me to start a new sermon series in his church dubbed REEL/REAL RELATIONSHIPS. I spoke in the church’s service from 1 Corinthians 13. I will be speaking again the following Sunday. Here is the recording of the sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVdrDLRpaew It starts at 1:17:06
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