Please note that this report offers only a brief snapshot of my year in review. It does not encompass the weekly leadership Zoom meetings I conduct, impacting hundreds of leaders globally, nor does it include the numerous times I preach in my local church, mentor leaders, and engage in personal ministry. These unseen but vital moments form the foundation of my ministry and serve as a constant reminder that true impact often happens away from the spotlight, in the day-to-day faithfulness of equipping and serving others for God’s glory.

2025 Half-Year Ministry Report

January

Monday, January 6, 2025 – The International Table

I hosted The International Table, a private, invitation-only gathering that brings together 27 high-level leaders representing every continent. This month, I had the privilege of interviewing my dear friend, General Abbas Ibrahim, the former head of national security for Lebanon. General Abbas is a pivotal figure in the Middle East, widely respected as a key negotiator for hostage releases by nations such as the U.S. and Western Europe.

Our conversation delved into the current complexities of the Middle East and the future of Lebanon—a nation with a profound spiritual and geopolitical role. My connection with General Abbas began years ago through The Lebanon Project, an initiative launched by Christ Covenant Coalition (CCC). This project focused on supporting pastors, evangelical schools, and hosting conferences in Lebanon, as well as engaging with high-level officials, including the president.

Despite being a Shiite Muslim, General Abbas has become a close personal friend and a partner in fostering peace and supporting churches in the region. I deeply believe that God’s hand is on his life. The meeting concluded with a powerful time of prayer for General Abbas and the Middle East. It was a reminder of how God uses unlikely relationships for His glory.

Sunday, January 12, 2025 – Elder Ordination in Long Island

On Sunday, I had the honor of sitting in Timothy Mutkoski as an elder at Bethpage Community Church in Long Island. This vibrant church is led by CCC members, Pastors Joe and Lisa Calabrese.

I taught on the biblical foundation of eldership, weaving together passages from the Old and New Testaments. Following this, I joined the presbytery in laying hands on Timothy. The ordination of an elder is a sacred moment that fortifies the foundation of a local church for years to come. It was a joy to witness the Spirit’s work in this growing congregation.

Monday, January 13, 2025 – Long Island Pastors Gathering

Monday evening was an extraordinary time with about 50–70 pastors at the Long Island Pastors Gathering in Bethpage. Hosted by Pastors Joe and Lisa Calabrese and led by Pastor Greg Wilk, the night was centered on a teaching I shared from my latest book, Union: Vertical Encounter, Horizontal Impact.

I spoke on how “the glory of God is only released through oneness in the church,” unpacking Jesus’ prayer in John 17. Together, we explored the difference between mere unity and the biblical model of oneness. The Spirit moved powerfully, challenging hearts and igniting a fresh vision for church unity. Many leaders expressed a desire to join our weekly Leadership Table for pastors—a testament to God’s work in building His kingdom family in Long Island.

Thursday, January 16, 2025 – CAN Network Gathering, Valdosta, GA

I traveled to Valdosta, Georgia, where I spoke to approximately 50 pastors, marketplace leaders, and parachurch influencers at the CAN Network, led by CCC member Pastor Michael Wells.

Pastor Wells is an outstanding leader with a thriving church, New Covenant Church, and plays a significant role on the trustee board of Christ Covenant Coalition. He asked me to share something that would inspire the group, and I felt led to teach on the Jerusalem, Antioch, and Pauline model of networking.

The teaching resonated deeply.

Saturday, January 18, 2025 – Leadership Q&A, Valdosta, GA

That evening, I met with about 50 of the leaders of New Covenant Church for a Q&A session. We focused on various issues, including how to transition from a pastoral to an apostolic wineskin in the church, how to handle massive church growth, the importance of discipleship, and methods of church planting. The discussion was fruitful and impactful.

Pastor Mike Wells is doing an amazing job; their church has nearly tripled in size over the last few years while still maintaining a strong discipleship culture.

Sunday, January 19, 2025 – New Covenant Church, Valdosta, GA

I had the privilege of preaching at New Covenant Church on the subject Hindrances to a National Awakening. There was a significant move of the Spirit, with about 300–400 people responding to the altar call to cry out to God for the nation. I’m thankful to partner with great leaders and churches like this!

The night before, I also met with 50 of the church’s top leaders for a Q&A on church growth, biblical discipleship, integrity, and nurturing an apostolic culture in a church. It was a very fruitful time as we worked to strengthen the foundation of the church and its leadership.

February

Thursday, January 30 – Saturday, February 1, 2025 – Altars Conference, Lower Manhattan

Joyce and I just returned from sharing at the Altars Conference in Manhattan, hosted by our dear friend Jon Tyson. There was a significant move of the Spirit after every session.

After our segment, Jon asked us to pray for the 1,400 attendees, and hundreds came forward to receive a spirit of prayer! This is the beginning of something great—the prayer movement is being reignited again in New York! Thanks to Jon, Sam Gibson, Fernando Cabrera, and others like Ben Paz and Carlos Jimenez (from the Madison Square Garden Prayer Rally, July 5) for igniting the fires of revival and awakening in our city.

Thursday, February 6 – Sunday, February 9, 2025 – Brazil Apostolic Summit, Brasília, Brazil

This year, I had the incredible opportunity to help lead the 2nd Annual Apostolic Summit in Brasília, Brazil—an unprecedented gathering focused on uniting top movement leaders and their networks. What started as a bold effort to foster unity has now gained extraordinary momentum.

This year’s summit built upon last year’s foundation, and we witnessed something remarkable: notable national leaders, including René Terra Nova and Bishop JB Carvalho, committing to work alongside each other, even merging efforts in key areas. This level of collaboration could catapult next year’s summit attendance from 500 leaders to an astounding 4,000 leaders.

A key factor in this growing unity is the influence of “Papa” John Kelly, who is increasingly seen as a spiritual father to many of these leaders. His role has been instrumental in bridging gaps between movements, and I am honored to serve alongside him. As an apostolic teacher, my role is to provide guidance, ensuring that leaders in Brazil learn from the mistakes of the North American apostolic movement, avoiding pitfalls that have hindered progress in past decades.

I was privileged to work with extraordinary leaders, including John Kelly, Thomas Walker, Anthony Young, JB Carvalho, Welly Sierra, Cristiano Miranda, René Terra Nova, and many more.

Key Highlights from the Summit

Wednesday, February 6, 2025 – Marketplace & Global Trends

I met with 25 entrepreneurs being mentored by JB Carvalho and had the privilege of sharing for over an hour on global marketplace movements within the church and technological trends shaping civilization. The Holy Spirit brought deep clarity, inspiring these business leaders to continue using their platforms to glorify God in the marketplace.

Thursday, February 7, 2025 – The Church & Politics

During an impromptu panel discussion with Bishop JB and other leaders, we tackled the often-contentious role of the church in politics. I shared how to preach biblical principles without aligning with a political party or candidate, bringing much-needed clarity. Dozens of leaders personally expressed their gratitude, saying the discussion provided direction in an area where many feel lost.

Friday, February 8, 2025 – Apostolic Leadership & Fathering

General Session: I taught on the distinction between “Apostles of the Church” vs. “Apostles of Christ.” The session was transformational, challenging key leaders to transcend their own movements and collaborate with other national leaders.

Evening Session: John Kelly invited me to share my journey of apostolic fathering, explaining how and why God connected me to him as a spiritual father. This deeply impacted attendees, provoking them to seek proper apostolic alignment for maximum ministry impact.

Saturday, February 9, 2025 – Global Apostolic Challenges

I delivered a general session on contemporary challenges facing the global apostolic movement. I identified key missteps hindering the movement and provided strategic insights to help leaders avoid repeating past mistakes.

Sunday, February 10, 2025 – Reframing Culture by Faith

At one of the Church of the Nations campuses led by Bishop JB, I preached a prophetic message on Hebrews 11:3, revealing how we are called to use our faith to shape and reframe culture. God granted me fresh insight into the passage right in the moment—so much so that I abandoned my notes and spoke under the direct inspiration of the Spirit. The response was overwhelming, with nearly 500 people coming forward for prayer.

During the prayer time, God released words of knowledge and wisdom concerning people’s lives and callings. It was a powerful move of the Spirit, reinforcing the deep hunger for transformation in Brazil.

Strategic Gatherings & Future Invitations

Beyond the main sessions, numerous private gatherings, strategic dinners, and meetings took place, further solidifying unity and planning for next year’s summit.

Additionally, I received multiple invitations to return and teach over 1,000 pastors in two different regions of Brazil. The momentum is undeniable, and I am filled with anticipation for what God will do next!

This summit was a true honor to be part of, and I am excited to see how this movement continues to expand. Next year’s summit is set to be historic—I can’t wait!

Saturday–Sunday, February 15–16, 2025 – Agape House of Worship, Roselle, NJ

On Saturday afternoon, February 15, I preached at a special ordination service and participated in laying hands on more than a dozen people consecrated to become lead pastors, associate pastors, and ministers for the movement led by Apostle Jide Lavore called Agape House of Worship.

Jide, a spiritual son of mine who is also the treasurer of Christ Covenant Coalition, is doing an amazing work that is touching many parts of his community and beyond. I’m very proud of him.

I preached on Saturday, 7 Ways to Endure Hardship as a Good Soldier of Christ, and God gave me great clarity as I exhorted them to endure hardship in ministry. I spoke about how being a pastor is one of the hardest jobs in the world and how the key is to have a strong relationship with God—to be able to encourage yourself in the Lord, to not look at it as a profession but a calling, to have a strong sense of purpose in the midst of struggle that will keep you going, and to think of others as the main reason for your calling—that you’re a shepherd not for yourself, not for entitlement, but for God’s flock.

We then consecrated and laid hands on all these wonderful people who will be leading churches in different parts of the country or assisting lead pastors in their local churches.

On Sunday, February 16, I preached on the subject 10 Ways to Walk Through Open Doors, from the passage in Revelation where Jesus said to the church of Philadelphia that He will open doors no man can shut.

God gave me great prophetic insight as I preached for almost an hour, and then about 300 or more people came to the front to consecrate themselves to be faithful to the assignment God has given them to walk through open doors. I had prophetic words of knowledge and wisdom for certain people who were wrestling with going all-in to serve God and how it was holding them back from having doors opened. I also prophesied that there was an open heaven over the church and that within the next 10 years, it would blossom into a major movement of churches and leaders.

Sunday, February 23, 2025 – Nation Builders Church, Staten Island, New York

On Sunday morning, I preached at Nation Builders Church in Staten Island, New York.

This church is led by Pastor Carlos Jimenez, a close friend who has a powerful gathering gift and has led massive prayer initiatives in major venues like Madison Square Garden.

God gave me a prophetic word to preach at the church on “8 Ways to Walk in a Breaker Anointing.”

After I finished, two-thirds of the church came forward to make a commitment to pay the price to see breakthroughs in their lives.

God also gave me several very accurate prophetic words over key leaders in the church, including Pastor Carlos himself. The Spirit was moving powerfully, with many kneeling or weeping in the presence of God.

A baby dedication was delayed for almost an hour after the preaching to allow the Lord to minister to the several hundred assembled.

When I finished, Pastor Carlos took the mic and began weeping, saying that for the last several weeks he had been asking God for breakthroughs—and he had not told anyone, including me.

A spirit of revival and breakthrough was released upon this church, and I believe greater things are in store for them.

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 – Manhattan, New York

Several NYC leaders came together to ignite a powerful, multi-ethnic, multi-coalition movement of citywide prayer—united in faith, believing for awakening, and seeking God’s hand over the city like never before!

Sunday, March 9, 2025 – Comunidad Church, Elizabeth, New Jersey

A Powerful Move of God

I had the honor of ministering at a beautiful, vibrant Spanish-speaking church led by my dear friend, Pastor Raul Burgos. Pastor Raul invites me to teach there several times a year, and each time I witness how God is steadily building something remarkable in that house.

This time, I shared a message titled “8 Ways to Endure Suffering.” We explored deep biblical principles that help us understand suffering—not as something to avoid, but as a process that God uses to mature us, refine our obedience, and prepare us to care for others with greater compassion. I spoke about how even Jesus learned obedience through what He suffered, and how our own trials often come through personal mistakes, the actions of others, or spiritual warfare. Yet, in all of it, God is at work, shaping us for His purposes.

As the message came to a close, the presence of God moved powerfully. Nearly the entire congregation came forward, making fresh commitments to trust God and walk with Him in the middle of their suffering. It was a holy moment—hearts were softened, tears flowed, and hope was renewed.

During ministry time, the Lord gave me several accurate prophetic words that deeply impacted individuals. You could sense God speaking directly into their lives, bringing clarity, healing, and encouragement.

After the service, we had a strategic leadership meeting with Pastor Raul, my wife, and two of the church’s key leaders. We had important conversations about the future of the church—how they can posture themselves for greater growth, influence, and expansion in the days ahead. There’s a real sense that God is positioning this church for a new season of fruitfulness.

It’s such a blessing and honor to serve the Lord by strengthening His church. I’m grateful for these opportunities and look forward to connecting with each of you in the near future.

Thursday, March 20 – Friday, March 21, 2025 – UNGE Pastors’ Conference, Panama City, Panama

It was a tremendous honor to be invited to minister to over 1,200 influential leaders from across Latin America and beyond at a powerful regional gathering hosted by UNGE—a movement led by Gustavo Lara, his son Johnny, and my dear friend, Pastor Ben Paz from the Bronx.

Thursday Morning: Empowering the Church for Cultural Influence
The day began with two pre-recorded video teachings designed to serve the movement long-term. I shared on the theme “How the Church Is to Be an Influence in the Temporal Realm.” The goal was to equip leaders to engage culture biblically, influencing society with kingdom values beyond the four walls of the church.

Thursday Afternoon: Living a Cross-Shaped Life
Later that afternoon, I spoke to 400 pastors on “How to Live a Cross-Shaped Life.” The Lord gave me a strong prophetic burden to challenge them to integrate the cross into every facet of life and ministry. Drawing from Philippians 2:5–11, I showed how the Apostle Paul’s theology of the crucified Christ shaped not just his writings but his lifestyle—marked by humility, surrender, and obedience unto death (see 1 Corinthians 9, Acts 20).

The response was deeply moving. Nearly every pastor came forward, many in tears, kneeling in repentance and consecration. It was a sacred moment as they made fresh commitments to total obedience and absolute surrender to Christ.

Friday Morning: The Cross and Civilization
That morning, I preached on “15 Ways the Cross Has Radically Altered Civilization.” I walked the audience through a sweeping historical narrative—contrasting the world before and after the resurrection of Christ. I traced how the cross has elevated human dignity, transformed social norms, and revolutionized concepts like compassion, justice, and equality. The message revealed the profound impact of Christ’s death, not only on individual hearts but on the trajectory of entire cultures.

Friday Afternoon: The Depth and Riches of Christ
In the afternoon, I ministered to 800 leaders—many of them emerging under-40 influencers—on “Understanding the Depth and Riches of Our Lord Jesus Christ.” Beginning in Genesis and culminating in the Gospels, I unfolded how the entire biblical narrative points to Jesus. I urged them to embrace a Jesus-centered life, anchored in the revelation of Christ throughout the Scriptures.

The Spirit moved powerfully—hundreds came forward, visibly stirred, committing themselves to live with Christ at the center of everything. I prayed for them, that their eyes would be opened, just as Jesus opened the eyes of His disciples in Luke 24:44–46.

Hosanna Church – A National Platform

To my surprise, Hosanna Church—the largest congregation in Panama, with 13,000 in weekly attendance—heard I was nearby and invited me to minister at their Friday night service. Over 2,500 people were in attendance.

I preached on “How to Build a Multigenerational Church.” The Spirit moved with great power, and by the end, nearly everyone came forward to receive a fresh anointing to think three generations ahead. God gave me a prophetic anointing that night, and I publicly ministered to about five young men with specific words from the Lord.

It was a night of divine momentum, and I left deeply encouraged, already looking forward to the next opportunity to serve this dynamic church again.

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 – NYC United Prayer Launch

Friends,

I’m filled with excitement and awe at what God is doing!

Back in the fall of 2024, I sensed a clear commissioning from the Lord to reignite citywide prayer in New York City—something I was deeply involved in years ago. I knew this wasn’t just about returning to a past assignment, but stepping into a new move of God for this critical hour.

In obedience, I reached out to two strategic pastors—one leading one of the largest churches in NYC and the other a key voice in the Bronx. What began as a simple step of faith quickly turned into a divine alignment. Together, we began mapping out a vision: monthly pastors’ prayer gatherings in each of the five boroughs, culminating in quarterly citywide prayer events open to the entire Body of Christ.

This past Wednesday, we held our first gathering—and it was nothing short of explosive.

We met at Central Baptist Church, a historic Black church in the heart of the city. Over 600 people and 30 pastors came together across ethnic, denominational, and generational lines for two powerful hours of prayer and worship. The unity, the hunger, the presence of God—it was undeniable. A fresh momentum has been released, and we believe this could become the greatest prayer movement NYC has seen in the 21st century.

I’m honored to help shepherd and speak into this rising tide of intercession, and I believe what’s starting in New York is just the beginning.

In just a few days—Wednesday, April 9 – Friday, April 11, 2025—I’ll also be leading a gathering in Lowell, Massachusetts, called Altars Over Thrones. Our hope is that this catalytic event will spark similar citywide prayer movements in at least 3–4 more cities and regions across America. I’ll keep you posted as this unfolds.

Let’s continue to seek His face together—for our cities, for our nation, for this generation.

Wednesday–Saturday, Early April 2025 – A Powerful Move of God in Everett, Washington – SonRise Church

Dear Friends and Kingdom Partners,

Last week, from Wednesday to Saturday, my wife and I had the privilege of ministering at an amazing conference hosted by SonRise Church in Everett, Washington. The lead pastor, John Hammer—a dear spiritual son whom I mentor through Christ Covenant Coalition—welcomed nearly 600 hungry hearts from across the region.

The event featured an incredible lineup of ministers, including Heidi Baker, Leif Hetland, and myself. I had the honor of preaching two sessions on “Discovering the Unsearchable Riches of Christ.” The atmosphere was electric with hunger and expectancy. In both sessions, the response was overwhelming—almost everyone flooded the altar, dedicating themselves afresh to know Christ and crying out for a deeper understanding of Scripture, to see Jesus in every page and every part of their lives.

During one particular session, I ministered right before Heidi Baker. After the message, the Spirit of God moved so profoundly that Heidi chose not to preach. Instead, she encouraged the people to linger in the presence of God and simply wait on Him. It was a holy moment—one of those times when words are not needed because God is doing the deeper work.

It was an immense joy to minister alongside both Heidi and Leif Hetland, whose global ministries have touched countless lives. Together, we poured into this community, and I truly believe a lasting deposit was made—one that will transform how people read the Scriptures and how they see Jesus in every aspect of life.

Thank you, as always, for your continued prayers and support. Because of you, we are able to go forth and preach the King and His Kingdom to the nations.

Wednesday, April 9 – Friday, April 11, 2025 – CCC Annual Face-to-Face Leadership Table

Once a year, members and friends of Christ Covenant Coalition gather face-to-face—not merely for a conference, but for a divine encounter. This year’s Leadership Table carried a prophetic theme: Altars Over Thrones. The burden of the Lord was clear—God is calling His people back to the altar.

This was a private gathering for CCC members and their friends, with approximately 100 leaders of movements and pastors registered, and several hundred attending the two evening sessions.

Each session was marked by powerful 25-minute devotional messages focused on different kinds of altars: the family altar, the personal altar, the altar of sacrifice, the altar of thanksgiving, the memorial altar, the altar of fire, and more. These messages were not just teachings—they became catalysts for prayer, repentance, and breakthrough.

Wednesday Night: A Spirit of Travail Breaks Forth

The opening night set the tone.

A Session Marked by Travail, Teaching, and Breakthrough

I had the privilege of opening this session by walking through the book of Acts—highlighting how every major move of God in the early Church was preceded by unified, fervent prayer. I emphasized the role of travail—that deep, Spirit-birthed groaning that births breakthrough and ushers in fresh moves of God in regions and nations. It set the tone for what would become a profound encounter with the Lord.

My wife, Joyce, followed with deep insight as she taught on the varieties of prayer and intercession—equipping the room to move from shallow petition into strategic spiritual warfare and prophetic birthing.

Then came John Hammer, delivering one of the most impactful messages I’ve ever heard. For 30 minutes, he preached on Altars Over Thrones, the theme of our gathering and the title of his latest book. His message was a masterclass on applying the cross of Christ to our daily lives—calling us to live as living sacrifices whose allegiance is to the altar, not earthly thrones. The Word cut deep and called high.

But what happened next was unlike anything we expected. Cindy Meeks came up to pray—and the Spirit of God fell. She began to release a prophetic cry, a sound from heaven that pierced the atmosphere. It broke through walls of spiritual resistance, depression, and discouragement. The room lingered in that holy moment for nearly 45 minutes, caught up in deep intercession and travail.

And then—breakthrough.

A lightness flooded the atmosphere. The weight of God’s presence became tangible. Joy began to rise. The heavens opened, and the oppressive cloud that had hung over many was suddenly lifted.

A powerful spirit of travail swept through the room, breaking oppression and reigniting vision—even in those who had nearly given up on their ministry calling.

Thursday: A Call for National Intercession

After a morning filled with fresh insights on altars and prophetic exhortations, I concluded with a word on national altars—declaring God’s search for someone to stand in the gap and stay His hand of judgment.

What followed was extraordinary: a holy wave of prayer and groaning in the Spirit broke out. People cried out to God, kneeling or lying prostrate on the floor, interceding deeply for the nation and their God-given assignments.

Later that evening, after transformative exhortations from several key leaders, Gabrielle Beam and Sam Gibson, Pastor Fernando Cabrera released a significant prophetic prayer that challenged us to raise city altars across the nation.

The response was overwhelming—pastors rushed to the altar. Twenty-five leaders from the New England Alliance came forward, and the rest of the room gathered around them in intercession to revive and restore their movement, which had been dormant since the passing of Dr. Roberto Miranda during COVID.

Friday: The Altar of Fire Becomes a Portal to Heaven

Jonathan Patterson opened the final day with a message on becoming an altar of fire—a living portal into heaven. I sensed the Lord wanted him to release something over the people, and when he prayed, the heavens opened again.

A fresh wave of travail hit the room. Many fell to their knees or to the floor under the weight of God’s presence, groaning aloud for the nation and for God’s will to be fulfilled in their lives.

As the power of God swept through the room, many were overcome—falling under the weight of His presence and lingering in awe before Him. Waves of glory moved through the atmosphere like a holy current, resting especially on key leaders, refreshing and realigning them.

In that sacred moment, prophetic words flowed with precision and power, unlocking destiny and igniting fresh vision. Many testified to receiving life-altering confirmation and supernatural clarity—a divine encounter they will never forget.

It was more than a moment; it was a divine visitation.

I adjusted the schedule to make room for the Spirit. For 30 minutes, no one moved except to cry out and receive Spirit-inspired ministry. It was holy ground.

This three-day gathering was the most extraordinary outpouring of the Spirit I have ever experienced in a leadership gathering.

Every Speaker Brought a Flame to the Altar

Each of the dozen speakers delivered powerful, Spirit-breathed devotionals—each one unveiling a different facet of the altars God is calling us to build in our lives, families, cities, and nation. From personal consecration to the altar of sacrifice, from family restoration to intercessory fire—every message added fuel to what became a blazing move of God.

We are deeply grateful for the incredible contributions of these anointed voices: Mike Wells, Jide Lawore, Cindy Meeks, Raffoul Najem, Ray Mott, Caleb Hyers, Jonathan Patterson, John Hammer, Joyce Mattera, Sam Gibson, and Fernando Cabrera. Each one carried something weighty, relevant, and timely.

Together, they didn’t just speak—they helped rebuild the altars. And the fire truly fell.

Some Hopeful Outcomes

• Renewal of the New England Alliance
• The launching of 5–7 new city altars across the nation
• Many new leaders connecting with Christ Covenant Coalition
• A company of pastors and leaders returning home revived, refilled, and recommissioned

At this gathering, we also ordained Michael Wells as a pastor and apostolic leader through Christ Covenant Coalition.

This was not just a gathering—it was an upper room moment. The altars have been rebuilt, and now the fire is falling.

A Heartfelt Thanks to Our Servant-Leaders Behind the Scenes

We extend deep gratitude to apostolic leader Raffoul Najem and his incredible team of volunteers who served with excellence and joy—preparing meals, providing refreshments, and ensuring that every detail of the gathering was handled with care.

Their tireless work created an atmosphere of honor, hospitality, and unity that allowed the Spirit to move freely.