Nigeria
Nigeria, which is by far the most densely populated country in Africa, is divided into 36 federal states. Owing to the large population, it will continue to be the focus of CfaN’s work in 2009. The north of the country, which gradually changes from steppe to desert, is predominantly Muslim, whereas the south has been superficially Christian since the colonial era. One of the country’s main problems is an unhealthy religious mix (syncretism) of Christianity and animism. A fair number of Nigerian “Christians” continue to make sacrifices to their ancestors, go to heathen festivals, wear talismans, worship totems, etc. A Bible-based, uncompromising proclamation with a call for a clear conversion and a sincere commitment of one’s life is urgently needed in many places, including those with an apparent Christian heritage. In fact, it is no different from Europe, where, despite a history of Christian influence, there are many places where Bible-based Christianity is not easy to find.

Bali
In eastern Nigeria, Bali, which lies 400 kilometres to the south of Mubi, is another town that was once part of the German colony of Cameroon. It is the centre of the mountain region of southern Adamawa which rising to over 2,000 metres in places. The Bali tribe, which moved into the area from Sudan some generations ago, was once known for its very war-like attitude and cannibalism.

The town is in Taraba State. As well as its official name, each state in multi-ethnic Nigeria also has a “title” that often sounds very appealing and is used for advertising and such like. Because of its attractive landscape, Taraba is referred to as “Nature’s Gift to the Nation”.

The Basel Mission Society set up a mission station in Bali 120 years ago and began its very blessed work there. However, in places like these there has been no sizeable evangelistic outreach for decades. The Christians in the region are longing for fresh fire from heaven, encouragement and a mighty spiritual breakthrough.

The CfaN Team has never been to this region before. The towns of Wukari and Jalingo, where we experienced mighty breakthroughs for the Kingdom of God in February 2005 and August 2006, are slightly less than 200 kilometres away. We know that it is time to go to the highlands of Bali, to a region which needs to hear the gospel so that it can be freed from age-old chains and bondage. The Lord has called us – and we are not going to hesitate about going!

We are expecting to experience a great deal in the months ahead. Once again, millions of valuable souls are at stake. Who knows what these events may achieve in the visible and invisible worlds ... for the region, for Nigeria, for Africa … and for the whole world!

In the name of Jesus we want to plunder hell and populate heaven!

Day 1 - Wednesday, 11 March 2009

Dear Mission-Partners,

Tonight was the beginning of another glorious crusade here in Nigeria.  We are in an extremely remote part of a northeastern city named Bali, close to the Cameroon border.  I spoke with a Nigerian general a couple of days ago and he confessed that he had never even heard of this place...but Jesus certainly knows where Bali is. 
Tonight salvation poured down on the people here as they received the Gospel with great joy.  The response was unanimous and overwhelming "Jesus, son of David have mercy on me!" Then the miracles began to happen. 

Jesus has already outpoured his mercy in a remarkable way...and this is only the beginning.  The best is yet to come.

Yours together in the harvest with the whole CfaN Team,

Evangelists Daniel Kolenda and Reinhard Bonnke

Day 2 - Thursday, 12 March 2009

Dear Mission-Partners,

This morning the Fire Conference started in Bali and I was preaching already at 7:30 AM. 25,000 registered delegates attended and were like fledglings in the nest – hungry for the things of God and the Holy Spirit.  Then followed again the evening service: day two in Bali/Nigeria. The word of God was preached with authority. This is our part in God’s great plan. The Lord is the God of salvation – but he does not work on his own. He alone can save, but he does not save alone. He has us in “his team”.  He saves us to save others. We are his auxiliaries. That was always the plan, and there is no plan B.  It is our privilege to be invited to participate in what He is and is doing, to share his action and his joy. And this happens right here in the little town called Bali.

After a massive harvest of souls, the miracle-healings followed:

Please continue to pray for us – and thank you for helping us financially to make this crusade possible.

Yours in His love and service,

Evangelists Daniel Kolenda and Reinhard Bonnke,
Together with the whole CfaN Team

Day 3 - Friday, 13 March 2009

Dear Mission-Partners,

Another glorious crusade-day has come to an end.  The Word of the Cross was preached again with authority, displaying its awesome saving power.  Yes, the death of Christ is the pivot of time, the rock that never rocks, standing in the sea of history, with the waves beating against it but never moving it - glory to God. 

After the prayer of salvation mighty miracles took place:

• A father brought his two children to testify.  His son was crippled for 9 years.  His daughter was deaf for 18 years.  Tonight both children were instantly healed (see attached picture).
• The mother of the former governor of Teraba state was there tonight sitting on the platform.  She said she has suffered with severe chronic abdominal pain for many years that has often put her in the hospital.  Last night during the prayer, the power of God came upon her and all of her pain instantly left.  She has not experienced one ounce of pain from that moment to this.
• A woman testified that for 15 years she had suffered with a constant issue of blood.  She heard that a Bonnke Crusade was coming to Bali, but her husband refused to give her money for the journey.  So she sold some of her clothes and came on Wednesday night.  That night at midnight, she said the issue of blood stopped and tonight she testified that it has not returned since…she is healed!

Yours together in the Harvest,

Evangelists Daniel Kolenda and Reinhard Bonnke,
Together with the whole CfaN Team

Day 4 - Saturday, 14 March 2009

Dear Mission-Partners,

Today the Fire fell. The revival did not tarry! It is right here in Bali/Nigeria! Preachers often make up sermons hunting for new reasons to explain “why revival tarries”. Rules and strictures are put in place to get power and revival – rules which we sadly never fulfill. The first disciples had no such rules. All Jesus said was “Wait till the Holy Spirit comes, and don’t do any preaching till he comes” (see Acts 1:4). Our concern is not a “nice atmosphere” or “sweet influence”, but God’s fire. Pentecost is the intended norm in Christianity – people glowing like live coals and churches like bonfires. Bible religion is always red-blooded, out of the sanctuary and in the market place. The picture is of a bustling, out-reaching, blazing witness. And this happened today at the Fire Conference in the morning with 30,000 church-workers present – glory to God.

In the evening meeting we again witnessed the glorious effects of the power of the Gospel. Vast numbers of people received salvation and very many their miracle of Divine healing.  We heard testimonies of blind eyes opened and crippled legs healed along with many other various ailments.  The testimonies are too many to count let alone hear, but one thing is sure...Bali will never be the same!

Yours together in the Harvest,

Evangelists Daniel Kolenda and Reinhard Bonnke,
Together with the whole CfaN Team

Day 5 - Sunday, 15 March 2009

Dear Mission-Partners,

We have just returned from the final meeting here in Bali, Nigeria.  In a few minutes we will leave, but Jesus will stay with these precious people who have come to know Him as their Savior, Lord and friend.  Tonight the Governor said in his address to the crowd that we had come to “…the most remote place on earth”. Indeed Bali is remote…even by our standards, but we are in the service of a seeking savior. He is the good shepherd who leaves the 99 to search the rocky crags of the distant mountain for the one lonely lamb that is lost.  The woman at the well, the Syrophoenician Woman, Zacheous and Bartameous were all unlikely candidates, but we can see over and over again that the eyes of the Master are always looking for the ones that society has snubbed.  Through the Gospel, the world's rejects become God's elects!

Tonight’s miracles were amazing.  An 80 year old woman who had been blind for 15 years received her sight and was so excited about everything she saw…even my tie was fascinating to her.  A young lady who had been carried to the meeting walked tonight for the first time in 5 years.  A man with a football sized tumor showed me how in the last 24 hours it had reduced to the size of a golf ball…it will soon be completely gone in Jesus name!  These and other miracles were a powerful testament to the will of God to heal. 

We now head to South Africa for a Fire Conference in Cape Town.  Thank you for your constant prayers and support that have made this crusade possible.  It has certainly been worth every effort.

Yours in His love and service,

Evangelists Daniel Kolenda and Reinhard Bonnke,
Together with the whole CfaN Team