A Highway of Unity: Witnessing Isaiah 19 in Egypt

I have recently returned from Egypt, and I carry a deep sense of gratitude for what the Lord allowed us to witness and be part of during these days. For over 30 years, Ann and I have walked in a calling to strengthen the Body of Christ across Canada and the nations. This most recent journey felt especially significant—not simply as another trip, but as a moment within God’s unfolding purposes for the global Church.

As the Body of Christ gathered from across the Middle East and from nations around the world, something profound took place. There was a visible brilliance in the Bride of Christ as believers came together beyond borders, cultures, and long-standing divisions. What stood out to me was the clarity that emerged. Being together in this way expands our vision beyond a Western perspective and draws us into the very nature and heart of the Lord.

What unfolded in Egypt was more than cooperation—it was restoration, often beyond what we expected. I witnessed a redemptive picture of Ishmael and Isaac walking together. Both carrying promise. Both holding inheritance. Both entrusted with a purpose from the Father for an end-time harvest that reaches far beyond any one nation or people group. Arabs and Jews, Egyptians and Persians, Messianic Jews and Gentile believers stood side by side, discovering again what it means to belong to one Body with one calling.

These days reflected the prophetic vision found in Isaiah 19:23–25, where the Lord speaks of a highway between Egypt, Assyria, and Israel—a place of reconciliation, worship, and shared blessing. Scripture describes a time when historically divided peoples will serve the Lord together, each named “my people,” “the work of my hands,” and “my inheritance.” What has often felt distant or symbolic was, in many ways, unfolding before our eyes.

As we gathered, I saw hearts expand as believers looked beyond the needs of their own geographical spaces. There was a shared awareness of the Lord’s longing for a unified Bride—one made up of every tongue and tribe. This unity did not ignore the real challenges present in the Middle East. Rather, those challenges were brought into clarity and focus, allowing us to see more clearly the desires of the Lord for His Church.

This was not a picture of one culture leading while others follow. Instead, it reflected a Kingdom reality where each people group is stepping into their God-given calling, anointing, and mantle for such a time as this. Every nation carries something essential for the global Church, and when those gifts are honoured and released, we begin to see the purposes of God unfold in greater depth and authority.

What I witnessed in Egypt, was the Bride Christ is preparing—one without spot or wrinkle. A Bride refined through love, one heart and obedience. These times together were more than meetings; they were moments of alignment, restoration, and strengthening. Hearts were knit together, relationships deepened, and a renewed sense of one shared mission was released, echoing the prayer of Jesus in John 17.

I am deeply thankful to all who prayed and stood with us throughout this journey. As we move forward, I believe the fruit of these days will continue to ripple outward strengthening the Church, shaping nations, and drawing many into the hope, healing, and life found in Jesus Christ.

The Call to Multiply: Living From the Tree of Life

As I’ve been sitting with the Lord lately, my heart has been drawn back to the very beginning — to the garden, to the two trees God placed before humanity. The Tree of Life… and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil.

These were not just ancient symbols. They represent the choices we face every single day. And I sense the Father inviting us again to choose the Tree of Life — to live from His presence, His voice, and His ways.

Many of us carry things in our lives that are good, not-so-good, and at times deeply painful. And often we ask ourselves:
How do I build a strong foundation when my past contains both blessing and brokenness?
How do I walk free from situations that still follow me?
How do I tell the difference between what is good and what only looks good on the surface?

I’ve learned over the years that both good and bad can come to test us — not to harm us, but to reveal what tree we are drawing from. The Lord is always leading us toward life, toward healing, toward His heart.

The Tree of Life always leads to freedom, honour, and no shame. It leads us into the journey Scripture calls “from glory to glory”, and each step on that journey involves more surrender, more refinement, and in time, more victory.

When God created us, He made us in His image — with the ability to multiply what He gives us. Genesis tells us this clearly. The authority to multiply isn’t just something we do with our hands; it is woven into who we are. Our words, our thoughts, the posture of our hearts… all of these carry the power to multiply something. The question is: What are we multiplying?

When we say amen, we are saying, “So be it.” We are agreeing with something. And I believe God is inviting us to align our “amen” with His Word, not with our fears or frustrations.

Even rest itself reveals God’s heart. When He finished creating the world, He blessed the seventh day and declared it holy. That means rest is holy. It is part of His design for us — a reminder that we are called to live from Him, not just work for Him.

I often tell people: God wants our lives to multiply His life. The decisions we make don’t only affect us — they shape our families, our children, and the generations after us. We were created to rule and reign with Him, to steward life in such a way that His goodness moves through us into those who come behind us.

Many believers wait for someone else to give them a word. But the Father longs to speak to you Himself. His desire is that we walk with Him daily, listening for His voice, and trusting that He will reveal what we need to know. As Deuteronomy 29:29 says, “The secret things belong to the Lord, but what He reveals belongs to us and our children.” What God gives us is meant to be lived — and passed on.

My encouragement to you is this: choose the Tree of Life. Choose His presence. Choose His voice over your own reasoning. Choose rest over striving. Choose words that bring life rather than ones that tear down.

And as you do, you will begin to see His life multiply within you — not slowly, but exponentially — touching those around you and leaving a legacy for the generations to come.

Walking Together as Family

When I think about the phrase fathers and mothers walking with sons and daughters, my heart is stirred deeply. For Ann and I, this isn’t just a concept or a ministry model. It’s the heartbeat of family and the foundation for a healthy Church. If the generations are going to thrive together, then the relationships between them must be whole, honouring, and filled with grace.

During my recent time in Asia, I saw this reality unfolding before my eyes. The main leader of the ministry we partner with in Vietnam was unable to join us in Singapore for a gathering of the Christian family from all over Southeast Asia. After some thoughtful prayer and discernment, he felt it was important to send his daughter, a Generation Z woman named Mary, to represent both him and their nation.

When she arrived in Singapore and stepped into the atmosphere of worship and intercession, something remarkable happened. The fears she carried — of being alone, of wondering if the world had forgotten the people of Vietnam — began to break off. Over the course of a few hours, she was noticeably filled with grace, life, and hope. The Father reminded her that she was not forgotten and that her voice carried the sound of a nation. Watching her come alive in that setting was a powerful picture of what happens when the next generation is trusted, released and blessed by those who have gone before them.

In Singapore itself, I witnessed something even broader. The entire gathering — close to nine hundred people — was led by the millennial generation. Young men and women from across Southeast and Northeast Asia carried the meetings with humility and honour. They led worship, intercession, and prophetic moments with great strength, yet continually deferring to the wisdom of trusted fathers and mothers present.

What moved me most was the respect they showed for their spiritual fathers and mothers. Before making any decision, they would pause to seek counsel, to ask questions, and to ensure they were walking in unity with the older generation. Their leading was not about ambition or replacing those before them. They understood that they were standing in the fullness of time — reaping a harvest that many generations their parents and grandparents had laboured and sown into for years. The honour between fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, was something holy to witness.

To complete my three-nation journey, I traveled to Malaysia, where I again saw the same spirit of family at work. A senior pastor and I drove eight hours round-trip to visit a young millennial pastor who had been facing false accusations — words spoken against him out of jealousy and misunderstanding. When we arrived, we simply spent time with him and his family, listening, praying, and encouraging them. By the end of the day, you could see the change in his countenance. The burden had lifted. The fathers had covered him with their love, and in that moment, the healing of family took place.

These snapshot moments across Vietnam, Singapore, and Malaysia reminded me that this is what the Father is doing in His Church. He is aligning the generations together — not in competition, but in partnership. Fathers and mothers are learning to walk with sons and daughters, and sons and daughters are learning to honour those who have gone before them.

As mutual honour and respect is released and lived out, the family of God becomes whole. The baton is not dropped between generations; instead, we carry it together in this race and run together in love. And as we continue to walk this way, the Kingdom will advance from strength to strength, from one generation to the next.

This remains our vision — to see spiritual mothers and fathers rise up, to nurture, equip, and walk with the next generation of believers. As we walk together as family, we carry the fullness of God’s heart to every home and nation

A Gathering of Family, Not Just Leaders

As I reflect on the recent gathering in Singapore, a meeting that brought together individuals from across Southeast and Northeast Asia, one word stands out to me: leaders. Yet as I sat in those meetings, worshipped alongside brothers and sisters from many nations, and watched what God was doing, I realized what was unfolding went far beyond leadership.

Yes, there were pastors, apostles, prophets, and intercessors—men and women who have walked faithfully in their callings. But what struck me most was not their experience or titles. The deeper dynamic that the Lord was shaping among us went beyond roles or recognition. This was not just a conference for leaders. It was a gathering of family.

In that atmosphere, it became clear that the true strength of the Church, not found in structure or position but in relationship. The gathering was multigenerational, multinational, and multicultural. On the screens, five to seven different languages were projected at once. In the room, you could feel the Spirit weaving hearts together. It was more than a network of ministries. It was a living expression of God’s Kingdom family.

One of the most beautiful moments came during worship, where small children danced freely with the trained dancers. There was no separation, no sense of who was more qualified or experienced. It was a picture of innocence, joy, and unity.

Even the worship team reflected this diversity. While there were assigned singers and musicians, others from the congregation were invited to join the musicians and sing in their mother tongue which allowed for a heavenly worship experience on earth. Different languages rose together in harmony, yet all were worshipping the same Father. It felt as though heaven itself was breaking into the room as many tribes and tongues lifted one voice before God.

What I sensed from the Father through all of this was simple, yet profound. He is calling His Church back to His original intent – living as family. The leaders in the room were not there to build another organization or movement. They were there to create space for family to grow. They were facilitating environments where love, honour, and generational blessing could flow freely.

This is the essence of the Kingdom—sons and daughters walking together, the young and old worshipping side by side, and nations united by the presence of God.

At times like this, we begin to see what Jesus prayed for in John 17: that we would be one, just as He and the Father are one. It reminds us that revival does not begin in the spotlight. It is found as the family of God rediscovers who they are together.

This remains the heartbeat we carry wherever we go. Our desire is to build and strengthen the family of God across generations and nations. Whether in Singapore, or anywhere the Lord sends us, we long to see His Church come alive in unity, where every voice matters and every heart finds its’ place in the Father’s house.

Testimony.... Lord, Do It Again

On my recent trip to Malaysia, one of the most powerful moments I experienced was returning to minister at a church filled with Pakistani refugees. These precious brothers and sisters have endured unimaginable trials. Many fled their homeland because of political and religious persecution, seeking only safety for their families and freedom to worship Jesus Christ.

But their journey has been anything but easy. Caught in bureaucratic red tape, some have waited 8, 10, even 12 years for an interview with a western nation where they might finally apply for refugee status. In the meantime, life is incredibly difficult. They are unable to send their children to school. They have no access to proper healthcare. Many work in hidden or unsafe conditions where employers take advantage of them because they are undocumented. Their daily existence is marked by uncertainty, hardship, and very real suffering.

When I visited this congregation a year ago, the weight of all these challenges was heavy on their faces. During that visit, I spent nearly two hours at the altar praying for families — for husbands and wives, for children, for those who felt they had no hope left. Some were battling deep depression. Others were overwhelmed with fear. Their cries for help were raw and desperate.

This year, as I walked back into that same church, I was immediately struck by a dramatic change. Instead of downcast faces, I was met with bright eyes and beaming smiles. Men, women, and children rushed to greet me with hugs, handshakes, and words of thanks for the ministry that had taken place the year before. Their gratitude was overwhelming.

What had changed? Their external circumstances were the same — they were still refugees, still waiting, still struggling. But their hearts had been transformed. Their posture had shifted from despair to thanksgiving. Those who had been weighed down by depression now testified that the Lord had miraculously intervened in their families. Couples who had once asked me through tears to pray for breakthrough were now declaring the goodness of God with joy.

In that moment, I was reminded again of the power of testimony. I shared with them Revelation 12:11 (NLT): “And they have defeated him because of the blood of the Lamb and because of their testimony. And they were not afraid to die.”

In English, “testimony” often means a statement, or a personal account of an experience. But in Hebrew, the word aydooth carries a far deeper meaning. It means, “Do it again with the same power and authority.”

This congregation had taken hold of that truth. Every time they shared a testimony, they were not just remembering what God had done — they were declaring, “Lord, do it again with the same power and authority.” Their testimonies became prophetic. Their words became prayers. Their hope became contagious.

What moved me most was that their circumstances had not yet shifted. They were still unable to send their children to school. They still lacked healthcare. They were still vulnerable to exploitation. And yet, they chose thanksgiving. They chose to declare God’s goodness. They chose to believe that the same God who had carried them this far would “do it again.”

I left that gathering deeply humbled and encouraged. These dear brothers and sisters reminded me — and I hope remind you — that life and death are in the power of the tongue. When we share our testimony, we are not only recounting the past; we are calling upon the Lord to release that same power in the present.

This is the heart of Christ For Your City: to walk alongside leaders, families, and churches, reminding them that the Father is faithful and that His Kingdom is advancing even in the most difficult circumstances.

May we learn from the faith of these refugees. May their courage inspire us to open our mouths and share our own stories of God’s goodness. And may we, too, begin to pray with boldness: “Lord, do it again.”

Pressing Through... No Matter of the Cost!

In Episode 2 of The Father’s Life, I had the privilege of sitting down with my longtime friend, Seelian Chua, from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Our conversation was rich with stories of perseverance, sacrifice, and what it means to live out the Kingdom of God — no matter the cost.

Seelian began by sharing the story of him and his wife attending The Longing: Canada Family Gathering 2025 in Vancouver. Though the journey seemed insurmountable, they felt strongly that they had to come. They wanted to thank the Canadian families who had poured into them over the years. With gratitude in their hearts — to the Lord and to their Canadian family — they pressed through, trusting that God would provide. And He did.

This story led us into an honest reflection: how do we walk out the Kingdom life today, where the natural cost often seems overwhelming, and yet we know God is asking us to press forward?

Seelian’s answer was simple: it is always about sacrifice. He pointed to the many who have paid a cost — those who have left comfort behind to travel across the nations, enter into new cultures, and live life together with others. This kind of sacrifice builds bridges that only God can sustain.

We talked about the beauty of relationships formed when we are willing to step into new cultures and live in connection. I asked Seelian how we might better embrace this in Canada. His response was deeply practical: open your homes. Spend intentional time with people. Create space to listen, relax, and engage deeply. This is how we discover what is truly in people’s hearts, and how the life of Christ is nurtured among us.

Seelian also shared about his own transition from two decades in the corporate world to becoming a lead pastor, and later stepping into a mentoring role. He reflected on what it meant to lead differently: not from a top-down vision, but by recognizing the church as a family. In his words, “every individual is unique in the body.” God’s call to leaders is to see, nurture, and build the gifts He has placed in each one.

This, too, is the heart of the five-fold ministry — not just carrying the work ourselves, but preparing, multiplying, and raising others up. As leaders, we are called to recognize both strengths and weaknesses, to lift one another, and to edify the whole Body of Christ.

As we closed, I asked Seelian how he has learned to discern the Word of the Lord. His response was both profound and simple: “If you love God, you listen to God. If you love people, you listen to people as well.” It is in walking alongside others, hearing their cries, and carrying their burdens that unity is formed and God’s people flourish.

This conversation was a reminder that the Kingdom of God does not advance by comfort, but by love expressed in sacrifice, hospitality, and presence. My prayer is that you will be encouraged to press through — no matter the cost — for more of God’s Kingdom in your life, your family, and your community.

Click here to watch Episode two of the Father’s Life!

Introducing The Father's life with Michael Pierce

Introducing The Father’s Life Podcast

At Christ For Your City, our desire has always been to create spaces where the family of God can gather, hear His voice, and walk together in His purposes. From the very beginning, this calling has been marked by three things: preparing leaders to be transformed by Jesus Christ, cultivating prayer, and walking in unity.

Over the years, this has taken many forms — discipleship, mission trips, times of teaching, and most recently, our 50 Days to Your Pentecost challenge. That season alone saw tens of thousands of prayer guides released, helping believers press into God’s presence in fresh ways. Yet through every initiative, the heart has remained the same: to draw closer to the Father and to one another.

Now, we are excited to announce the launch of a new chapter in this journey: The Father’s Life with Michael Pierce, beginning September 15.

This podcast is not just another program or teaching. As we share in the opening lines of the show:

“This is a weekly conversation where we press into the heart of the Father and explore what it truly means to live as sons and daughters of God. This isn’t just a podcast. Like everything we do at Christ For Your City, it's meant to be a gathering place — a relational space where we hear from the Lord and from one another. A shared table where the family of God comes together, united by the Spirit, to encourage, equip, and lift one another up.”

We believe this space will be both encouragement and challenge — reminding us of who we are and to whom we belong. Whether you are longing for deeper connection with the Father or simply need fresh strength for the journey, our prayer is that each conversation will anchor you more deeply in His presence.

Every episode will carry the same reminder expressed at the close of our conversations:

“The Father is always inviting you deeper. Not into performance, but into Presence. Not into striving, but into sonship and daughterhood. Our hope is that this time has stirred your spirit and reminded you that you are never alone on this journey. You belong to a greater story, a family shaped by grace and truth.” (John 1:17, ESV)

As we launch The Father’s Life, we invite you to walk with us. Share it with a friend, listen with your family, or gather with your church community. Most of all, we ask that you pray with us — that every word spoken would carry the heart of the Father, and that His Spirit would use these conversations to equip, encourage, and transform lives.

Join us beginning September 15, as we take our place at the table together, listening for His voice and walking in His love.

A New Chapter in Sharing the Gospel

We are continually reminded that God’s timing is perfect and His provision is always enough. Over the past few months, the Lord has brought three young people to join the Christ For Your City team — each carrying unique gifts that align with His purposes for this season. Their arrival is an answer to prayer and a signpost that God is expanding the way we carry His message to the nations.

The first came at a time when we were asking the Lord how to release written content that would strengthen and encourage the Body of Christ. He approached us seeking mentorship, and as we talked, he shared that he was a writer. Immediately, we knew the Lord had set this in place.

The second came during the 50 Days to Your Pentecost video project. She carried a burning passion for media and was instrumental in helping us navigate the technical process of livestreaming. As we wrapped up that season, we felt the Lord prompting us to begin a podcast to continue sharing the testimonies and lessons He had given us. Before we could even extend the invitation, she offered her help.

The third arrived soon after — a young person gifted in audio editing, something we had long needed but could not yet fulfill. Again, the Lord had provided exactly what was required.

For many years, Ann and I have carried the call to go — to cross borders and walk alongside leaders, churches, and communities in Canada and across the nations. This remains our joy and passion. Now, in addition to that call, God is opening the door for the message of the Gospel of the Kingdom to travel further still, through written word, audio, and video. These avenues allow the testimonies, teachings, and encouragements we carry to reach people in places we cannot physically be — yet always with the same heart of discipleship and relationship.

As a team, we are launching The Father’s Life with Michael Pierce, a new podcast that will extend the work begun in 50 Days to Your Pentecost. Through stories of faith, and words of encouragement, our desire is to strengthen believers and their relationship with our Father.  Alongside the podcast, we are releasing monthly blog posts, sharing not only updates from Christ For Your City but also stories of how God is transforming lives and communities.

Our heart in this is two-fold: to release the Gospel in every form of communication available, and to walk closely with these young interns as they grow in their relationship with the Lord and step into their God-given calling. We see in them the next generation of voices who will proclaim the truth of God’s Kingdom in every sphere of life.

The psalmist urges us in Psalm 96:3, “Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples!” This is our heart in every blog post, every podcast episode, and every video — to proclaim the goodness of God and testify to His works. In this season, we see Him expanding the ways we can carry this declaration, ensuring that His glory is made known both near and far.

We invite you to pray with us — for these young leaders, for the work ahead, and for every word, every recording, and every video to carry His presence and His truth. May the Gospel go forth unhindered and may the Kingdom of God be revealed in every nation.

Reflections on 50 Days to Your Pentecost

As we reflect on this year’s 50 Days to Your Pentecost challenge, our hearts are full of gratitude for what the Lord has done. Throughout the daily video podcasts, we witnessed a beautiful expression of the Body of Christ coming together from across Canada and the world, seeking His presence with sincerity, hunger, and expectancy.

Each day offered a fresh perspective of God’s heart through the unique voice of each friend of Michael and Ann. The variety of gifts and testimonies revealed more than just who God is—it gave us a glimpse into what He desires to do among His people in this season.

One participant shared these thoughtful words:

“Michael, one of the things that I’ve realized about the 50 Days broadcasts is, YOU show us the Father’s Heart by the way you lead and by the guests you bring to each broadcast. Everyone having their own unique identity brings to the conversation a piece of the Father and His heart. We are all made in His image, and we get a glimpse of who the Father is—and what’s on His heart—with each conversation.”

Another individual, who has walked with us through multiple years of this journey, offered this reflection:

“I’ve been involved with the 50 Days to Your Pentecost Challenge for the last three years. I have loved hearing the God stories from people all over the world who have been faithfully loving Jesus and others. Over the years, this space has become family to me. I look forward to seeing who shows up to share and how God has written more to their story.”

For all of us at Christ For Your City, testimonies like these speak to the heart of what this challenge is all about. It has never simply been a series of livestreams. It has become a gathering place—a relational space where we hear from the Lord and from one another. It is a shared table where the family of God comes together, united by the Holy Spirit, to encourage, equip, and lift one another up.

We are excited to share with you that this faith journey will continue!

In response to the many who have expressed a desire to learn, and share these Kingdom-minded messages with others, we are currently preparing to launch a NEW WEEKLY podcast. Our hope is to make these conversations more easily accessible both as audio and video formatted podcasts, allowing people to participate by listening at their own pace and continue drawing from the rich well of Kingdom focused nurturing, mentoring and encouragement that emerges from each episode.

In addition, the Lord has opened a new door through a growing partnership with a Canadian Juno Award-winning Christian musician. This individual is helping us train young people in audio production and media communication. Through this partnership, we are not only improving the quality of our content but also investing in the next generation—equipping young creatives with the tools and discipleship they need to share the Gospel of the Kingdom through media.

This is a continuation of the original vision and mandate the Lord gave us in July 1995 to “prepare leaders and their cities to be transformed by Jesus Christ!” Our desire is to continue creating spaces where His voice can be heard, His people can be built up, and His purposes can be made known on earth.

Thank you to everyone who joined us during this year’s 50 Days to Your Pentecost Challenge. Your presence, prayers, and faithfulness mean more than we can say. Whether you watched a single broadcast or journeyed with us daily, you are part of this family, and we are grateful.

As we move forward, we invite you to stay connected. Continue to pray with us, tune in to our new weekly series, and share the message as we follow the Spirit into the next season. May the fire of Pentecost continue to stir our hearts, and may we remain ready for all that the Lord desires to do.

With gratitude, love & Kingdom blessings,
The Christ For Your City Team

Step Into a Life-Changing Journey: 50 Days to YOUR Pentecost Challenge

Have you ever found yourself wondering, how have I been so blessed to walk alongside Spirit-filled friends and global influencers?
At Christ For Your City, we've asked ourselves that very question — and now, we want to open the door for you to experience it too.

We are thrilled to invite you to join us for the 50 Days to YOUR Pentecost Challenge — a global livestream event running from April 20 to June 8, 2025!

For 50 days, you’ll hear powerful voices from across Canada and around the world: students, apostolic and prophetic leaders, grandparents, pastors, Kingdom entrepreneurs, former addicts, missionaries, and families walking together in faith. Spanning more than 40 years of friendships and ministry connections, each daily livestream will carry a unique sound of wisdom, breakthrough, and the Spirit’s leading.

This is not just another online event. It’s an invitation to draw closer to the heart of God and discover what He is saying in this pivotal hour.

YOUR EXPERIENCE WILL INCLUDE:

• Daily Livestreams —
  Each day, tune in to hear real stories, fresh perspectives, and timely messages from Spirit-led influencers. You’ll be encouraged, challenged, and equipped as you journey toward Pentecost.

• Global Voices, Local Impact —
  Our guests come from every walk of life, but they carry one heartbeat: to see God's Kingdom revealed in every part of the world, starting with your world.

• Interactive and Relational —
  Expect times of encouragement, prayer, and real connection as we lean into what God is saying together. We also encourage you to participate in the chat section!

THE UPPER ROOM:

Throughout the 50 days, we’re also hosting four special extended broadcasts. The Upper Room will hold up to 100 guests (approximately 2.5 hours each) and are set aside for deeper reflection and activation in key areas of Kingdom living.

Here’s a glimpse of what’s coming:

• May 10: Bringing Order to Your World
  with Cat Timmons
  Discover how to align your life with Kingdom order and walk in the peace and purpose God has for you.

• May 17: Your Kingdom Identity in Your World

With Ann Pierce

Step into a deeper understanding of who God says you are and unravel the layers of your life.

• May 24: Releasing Your Worship in Your World

With Johanna Ma Wang, Caleb Chiu, Rodney Burton, Uwe Meyer
Be inspired to live a life of worship that transforms your world from the inside out.

• May 31: Being a Wholehearted Disciple in Your World
  with Bishop Andrew Miller
  Learn how to live with deep-rooted devotion and become a powerful influence in every sphere you’re called to.

• June 7: Living a Kingdom Lifestyle for Your World
  with Bryan Elliott
  Step into a lifestyle that reflects Kingdom values—wherever life takes you.

Each of these special sessions will give us time to linger, listen, and respond to what the Holy Spirit is saying — together.

Why Pentecost? Why Now?

Pentecost is a celebration of God’s outpouring — the moment when His Spirit was released in fullness on the early Church. It’s a powerful reminder that we, too, are called to live Spirit-empowered lives today.

As we journey from Resurrection Sunday to Pentecost Sunday, we believe these 50 days will mark a fresh season of empowerment, vision, and destiny for everyone who joins.

How to Join

• When: April 20 – June 8, 2025

• Where: Livestream daily at 9:00 AM MT | 11:00 AM ET | 6:00 PM IT

• How: Simply register, then tune in! Stay connected through our social media platforms and website for updates and reminders. You can register through this link: 50 Days — Christ For Your City

Come Expectant. Leave Transformed.

The 50 Days to YOUR Pentecost Challenge is more than an event — it’s an encounter.
We believe God wants to meet you powerfully over these next 50 days, right where you are, and equip you for the next steps of your Kingdom journey!

Awakening to Kingdom Life

Awakening the Kingdom

On December 21st, 2024, Michael Pierce and Bryan Elliott hosted the Kingdom Business Roundtable. This was hosted at Christian Life Assembly in Calgary, Alberta. The heart behind this gathering was for believers in the marketplace to join together with a shared desire to discern how God is moving in their business spheres and to awaken His people to their divine calling. The conversations were rich with both practical wisdom and profound spiritual truths, a testament to how the Kingdom of God transcends the walls of the church and infiltrates every aspect of life. Below is a reflection on the insights gained from this transformative and intimate gathering.

Awakening of the Body of Christ

The Body of Christ, long likened to a "sleeping giant," is being stirred by the Spirit of God, called to arise and shine with the light of Christ (Ephesians 5:14). Gratitude emerged as a key theme throughout the roundtable discussions. It is not just a response but a spiritual discipline that opens hearts, shifts atmospheres, and ushers in the light of Christ into a world yearning for hope. As Kingdom-minded believers, there is a divine invitation to embrace the new beginnings God is orchestrating in this season, walking in step with His Spirit and trusting His purposes.

Kingdom Ambassadorship in Business

The role of a business leader is revealed to be far more than mere management or profit generation. In the Kingdom of God, leaders are called to be ambassadors of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20), carrying His presence into boardrooms, offices, and marketplaces. This ambassadorship is marked by principles that reflect the heart of God: unity, integrity, and sacrificial love.

Unity, as highlighted in the roundtable, stands as a cornerstone of Kingdom influence. The prayer of Jesus in John 17:21—to see His people united as one—resonated deeply. Examples like the Mayor of Toronto’s declaration of December as Christian Heritage Month remind us of the tangible ways Kingdom values can shape culture when believers step into their roles with boldness and grace.

Testimonies of Transformation

One of the most stirring moments came through the testimony of Bryan Elliott. Having walked away from faith at age 18, Bryan’s journey back to Jesus at 46 was marked by profound brokenness and even greater redemption. His story serves as a powerful reminder that the grace of God knows no bounds. It was in his surrender that Bryan discovered the joy and transformative power of worship, a lifestyle that now defines his business practices and reflects the reality of Heaven on earth. Bryan also shared practical strategies for integrating Kingdom principles into the workplace. From hiring intercessors to implementing prayer models, his approach is a movement that shows how spiritual intelligence can lead to innovation and unity.

Foundational Kingdom Principles

Identity and Sonship

Understanding one’s identity as a son or daughter of God transforms every aspect of life. Living as heirs of the Kingdom (Romans 8:14-17) allows us as believers to walk with joy, peace, and intimacy with Jesus, free from striving. This revelation calls His sons and daughters to move from performance-based mindsets to resting in the assurance of their divine inheritance.

Redemption and Stewardship

The discussions emphasized God's redemptive power, affirming that nothing lies beyond His restorative reach. When believers surrender their lives, work, and businesses to Him, they witness His purposes unfolding, even in the most challenging circumstances (Romans 8:28). Viewing stewardship as an act of worship aligns one's perspective with Heaven's truth, focusing on God's glory as the ultimate outcome.

Generosity, reflecting God's nature, extends beyond financial giving to encompass spiritual wealth, love, and resources (Luke 6:38). A Kingdom-oriented workplace, where employees are empowered to bless others, embodies the culture of Heaven, demonstrating God's heart in tangible ways.

After our heartfelt conversation, guests were invited to ask questions to both Bryan and Michael. The questions were focused on navigating Kingdom principles within their entrepreneurial journey.

Questions such as:

·      How do we navigate challenges in the marketplace as small business owners?

·     What should the approach be when business partners aren’t believers?

·      How do we overcome the feelings of loneliness in entrepreneurship?  

From these questions, a theme emerged: embodying the fruit of the spirit is the bridge to bringing Heaven on earth. Faithful stewardship in this realm becomes a powerful testimony, positioning believers to be entrusted with greater responsibilities (Luke 16:10), and by embodying the fruit of the Spirit, believers can be the light of God and allow their lives to speak of God’s transformative power. (Matthew 7:16)

A Call to Kingdom Action

The Kingdom Business Roundtable ended with a resounding call to action. God is inviting His people to surrender fully to His will, allowing Heaven to invade their lives and workplaces. As believers align their leadership and business practices with His Word, the resulting transformation will extend into their communities.

This season is one of expectation and faith. There is an invitation to embrace the unexpected, endure transformational suffering, and celebrate the restoration that only God can bring.

May His people rise as sons and daughters, faithfully reflecting His Kingdom in every sphere of influence, to the glory of His name.

Bringing the Kingdom of God to Earth

We are continually inspired by the ways God is working through the lives of people in local churches to transform communities. Recently, Bryan Elliott and Michael Pierce had the privilege of meeting with First Love Church and Life Connection Church in Calgary, Alberta engaging with their eldership teams. These gatherings were rich with revelation, hope, and a deep sense of purpose.

As Bryan and Michael spent time with these congregations, a clear theme emerged: true transformation in a city begins with the people of a local church. Elders and leaders are uniquely positioned to minister to their congregations, guiding them to become spiritually equipped and empowered. In intimate small-group settings, they witnessed firsthand how these leaders desired to understand their roles in shaping a vibrant, kingdom-focused community.

It was in this context that a question arose—one that would set the tone for the discussions to come:

Understanding the Kingdom of God

Our get togethers began with a powerful question: What does Jesus’ prayer, “Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven,” mean to you? Grounded in John 5:19, this discussion led to profound reflections on the church's role in the transition from the church age into the Kingdom age.

This transition does not mean the church fades away. Rather, it signifies the church stepping into its God-given authority within the kingdom realm. Undoubtedly identifying as the Lord’s ekklesia in these days will allow us to move beyond our present thoughts on what church is or is not.

The Greek word ekklesia is translated as "church" in the Bible. It is made up of the prefix ek or ex, which means "out of" or "from," and the root word kaleo, which means "to call". In the Bible, ekklesia refers to the community of Christians and their spiritual mission as God's people. In ancient Greece, Ekklesia was the assembly of citizens in a city-state during the Golden Age of ancient Greece. The Athenian Ecclesia was already functioning around 621 BC.

When we recognize the full intent of the Greek root word of ekklesia, the New Testament Church, we recognize the community of Christian believers is also the assembly of citizens (authoritative assembly or body) in a city-state set in place to reconcile God’s desire in Matthew 6:10; “your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven”.

As we sat reflecting and considering on the biblical role of reconciling all things to God, a common longing emerged: to see the manifestation of God’s kingdom in action—not just through strong teaching but by engaging the entire body in ministry of God’s Kingdom.

The discussion quite naturally led to an even deeper challenge: how will the church live out this mandate and call of authority practically, not just within its walls but in every sphere of life? It is becoming clearer, veils are falling from our sight, this calling extends to every believer, pointing to the profound responsibility Paul describes in his message referring to reconciliation.

Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation, that is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation. (2 Corinthians 5:18-19)

The Call to Be Ministers of Reconciliation

The Apostle Paul’s words resonate deeply in Father God’s mission. As he urges in Scripture, we are all called to be ministers of reconciliation. This ministry is not reserved for those on a platform but extends to every believer in every sphere of life.

Believers who gathered on those days expressed their desire to see their congregations embrace this calling, moving beyond passive participation to active engagement in the ministry of the saints. This shift requires each individual to view their life as a mission field, living out the principles of reconciliation and kingdom authority daily.

Looking Ahead

Remembering those collective times together, is a powerful reminder that the work of the kingdom requires all of us. As Christ For Your City partners with churches like First Love, Life Connection and Christian Life Assembly, we are reminded of the importance of raising the next generation of disciples to live out the Kingdom Reality.

We are grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside congregations and are greatly encouraged to watch how God continues to move through their communities.

Let us all carry the mantle of reconciliation and authority, transforming not only ourselves, but our churches and our cities and communities for His glory.