Search for info on this site By : Gil Howard-Browne During the last two weeks of November 1998, I had the priveledge of doing a revival in Thunder Bay, Ont. Canada. Some evangelists have learnt how to be led by the Holy Spirit to go to Florida during winter. But I found myself in the snowy north in the teens F (-5c to -8c) The fire of the Holy Ghost was burning strong in the frigid north. The church had not been exposed to any of the revivals. The pastor had been to 2 of my brothers meetings and had seen a few videos. But for the rest it was pioneer territory. The first night the power of God hit the place and folks literally fell into the river of God. It was so refreshing to see the anointing touch so many for the first time. People staggered out and some had to be carried home. The teenagers and younger kids were a real blessing to watch. The pastors eight year old daughter, wept and laughed intensely for at least two hours, totally drenched in the Holy Ghost. The carpet was covered with bodies, many of them teenagers and young people. One of the highlights of the meetings, was the group of about 20 Native Canadian Indians, who flew in for the meetings, at great cost, from Big Trout Lake and Bear Skin Lake, near Hudson Bay, Ont. They were extremely shy and reserved, as they had spent all their lives in the reserves up north. Some of them could barely speak or understand english. But when the power of the Holy Spirit touched them, it was like a mighty rushing wind. The Holy Spirit knows how to reach people. His power is not limited by language or culture. "I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh." Acts 2 They just reached out and took what God had for them. Not being accustomed to falling on the floor, they tried in vain to stand up, but after staggering about, almost treading on each other, they eventually colapsed to the floor. It was hilarious. John 7:38 "If any man thirst, let him come unto me and drink." Jesus said come and drink, not come and think. There are times He just wants us to enjoy his awesome glory without understanding. When you witness people like the Big Trout and Bear Skin Lake Indians, literally from the uttermost parts of the earth, receive so easily, you realize how awesome God is. He loves people and wants to touch them with His presence and power. What a glorious time to be serving God. We are entering 1998 with great anticipation and excitement. Having seen and participated in this great wave of refreshing and blessing over the past 10 years, I cannot wait to see what this coming year holds for us. May your year be full of the blessing of the Lord, which makes rich and adds no sorrow. Gil Howard-Browne Copyright © 1997 / 2010 www.revivaltimes.com All rights Reserved No portion of this site may be copied or transmitted without express written permission from Times of Refreshing Ministries. Web design & Hosting by : HostToGet.com From the desk of Gil Howard-Browne Northern Exposure - Native Canadians touched by God's power.   Articles Menu Go back to Articles Menu