A Spirit-Filled Season

Across Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire in French Speaking Africa

The past weeks have been one of the most faith-building and inspiring times in my travelling teaching ministry. From the biennial conference in Yaoundé, Cameroon, to the 35th Anniversary of the Abidjan Church in Côte d’Ivoire, God’s Spirit was at work in powerful ways.

Yaoundé, Cameroon

The conference gathered leaders and disciples from 19 churches across 6 nations under the theme “I Press On Toward the Goal.” Delegates traveled for two to four days by road to attend, yet their joy and faith overshadowed every hardship.

A sister from Chad expressed her determination to be present, while another from Bamenda marveled at the fellowship, asking, “Are all of these brothers and sisters part of the delegation in Congo, Brazzaville?” These testimonies underscored the investment and impact of the gathering.

The fellowship times between lessons was a reminder of the deep family bond in Christ. Relationships were renewed, and new friendships were formed, strengthening the region’s unity.

Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire

Immediately following the conference, disciples gathered in Abidjan for the church’s 35th Anniversary. Twenty-five churches from 8 nations were represented, and the worship was marked by joy, color, and unity.

The church celebrated the growth from its 1989 planting by 21 missionaries to over 6,000 disciples in 44 churches across 14 nations in French-Speaking Africa today. A sister from Burkina Faso described it simply: “Le Royaume est doux”-“The Kingdom is sweet.”

One of the themes, “From Memory to Mission,” was evident in the zeal of the youth, the steadfastness of families, and the encouragement from older disciples. Worship filled the air, and the international fellowship created a glimpse of heaven itself.

Moving Forward

Reflecting on these gatherings, one question stands out: If God accomplished so much with 21 missionaries, what will He do with 6,000 disciples?

I returned home filled with gratitude, conviction, and renewed faith. God’s story is still unfolding, and He calls us to continue pressing on-toward Christ, toward mission, and toward the nations.