The 4/14 Window of Opportunity
By Arun Charles
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 Little ones in praise and worship
 Praying for South America |
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CHILDREN between the ages of four and 14 number around 2.3 billion and represent the largest unreached people group in the world. At this age, they are most open to the Gospel compared to older children and youths, and many who come to believe in Christ do so within this window.
On 14 April 2012, a Global 4/14 Day of fasting and prayer for children of this age group was held worldwide. In Malaysia, the event was hosted by the Children's House of Prayer Malaysia (C-HOP).
It was heart-warming to see many young children turn up with their parents. A number of children from orphanages from as far as Seremban and Johor also joined the event at the Community Baptist Church, Petaling Jaya. When hearts are willing and eager, Jesus never fails to show up! From the start of worship led by a team of youths right to the very end, the sweet presence of God was evident.
Some children, as young as three and four, thanked Jesus for His goodness in their lives. The children also stood on a large world map spread on the floor and led by NECF Prayer Commission Executive Secretary, Rev Andy Chi, they prayed for the nations.
Indeed, the 4/14 window is open for us to reach in and sow the reality of Christ. This is a generation waiting to receive Him. We need to seize the day! |
