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Jesus Is the Light of the World - Part 4
Joshua Daniel
Joshua Daniel (1928 - 2014). Indian evangelist and president of Laymen’s Evangelical Fellowship International, born in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, to N. Daniel, a mathematics teacher turned revivalist. Saved at 15, he began preaching at 16 to students in Madras, earning a Master’s in English Literature from Madras University. Joining his father’s ministry in 1954, he led Laymen’s Evangelical Fellowship from 1963, headquartered in Chennai, growing it to hundreds of centers across India, Cyprus, Guyana, and London. Known as the “boy revivalist,” he authored Faith Is the Victory and delivered thousands of sermons, aired on TV and radio in multiple languages, focusing on salvation and revival. Married to Lily, they had three children, including John, who succeeded him. His annual retreats at Beulah Gardens drew 7,000-9,000, emphasizing prayer and holiness. Daniel’s ministry, marked by tentmaker missionaries, impacted millions despite later critiques of family-centric leadership.
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This sermon emphasizes the power of experiencing God's presence and guidance rather than relying solely on empty talk or discussions. It highlights the transformative impact of witnessing the reality of Jesus in action, leading individuals to turn to Him. The speaker encourages a deep trust in God's protection and care, urging listeners to live without fear or panic, knowing that they are loved and supported by their Heavenly Father. The prayer concludes with a plea for a clear testimony of Jesus as the Savior of the world in all aspects of life.
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I hate talk, empty talk. People blame me, in fact. They say, Brother Joe doesn't talk. We want to sit down and discuss, talk. I never did that in my life. Communists, atheists, others who came and sat and heard God's Word from my student years, they never said, let's sit down and discuss. Never. They saw the reality of Jesus. They saw the Lord working and they turned to Jesus. So I'm not in the habit of just sitting and talking. Let us pray. Let us tell God, Lord, when I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil. For thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me. Lord, I want to live this experience of not panicking, not feeling abandoned, not feeling helpless. My Heavenly Father knows. I am His disciple. My Father cares. My Savior's name is Immanuel, loving Father. We want to really bring some little honor to you. In a day wherein people say, who is your God? Where is your God? Where people would almost ask you, like those men who said, who are you anyway? Oh, loving Father, let us not leave this matter in doubt. Where we work, where we live, let people know that Jesus is the Savior of the world. Hear our prayer. In Jesus' holy name. Amen. And if you have a problem or concern you would like to share, please do let us know. You can email us at host at lefi.org or visit our website at www.lefi.org. Our mailing address is LEFI P.O. Box 14, South Line, Michigan, 48178. You can also call us at 248-486-6326. Until we meet again next week, may God bless you.
Jesus Is the Light of the World - Part 4
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Joshua Daniel (1928 - 2014). Indian evangelist and president of Laymen’s Evangelical Fellowship International, born in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, to N. Daniel, a mathematics teacher turned revivalist. Saved at 15, he began preaching at 16 to students in Madras, earning a Master’s in English Literature from Madras University. Joining his father’s ministry in 1954, he led Laymen’s Evangelical Fellowship from 1963, headquartered in Chennai, growing it to hundreds of centers across India, Cyprus, Guyana, and London. Known as the “boy revivalist,” he authored Faith Is the Victory and delivered thousands of sermons, aired on TV and radio in multiple languages, focusing on salvation and revival. Married to Lily, they had three children, including John, who succeeded him. His annual retreats at Beulah Gardens drew 7,000-9,000, emphasizing prayer and holiness. Daniel’s ministry, marked by tentmaker missionaries, impacted millions despite later critiques of family-centric leadership.