Are you struggling with past regrets?  Maybe you are asking, “How can God use me? I can’t help others when my past is full of mistakes—bad mistakes.”

That dilemma reminds me of a walkway I saw recently.  It wasn’t straight.  It had a couple of curves in it as it wound through the yard.  The flat stones were not all the same color.  Some were light in color and had a few sparkles as the sun shone down.  But some were darker in color and looked flawed.  However, with a sturdy foundation and the right mortar, those pieces came together to form a beautiful walkway.

I thought of those who have things in their past that they wish were not there. Jesus is a master at using those flaws to make something beautiful.  So, I encourage you to sit with Jesus a while.  Let Him clean up those rough areas and give you the foundation that will make you strong and useful in His service.

I encourage you to pray the prayer that King David prayed in Psalm 51:1-12 (NIV).  I especially like verse 7, “Cleanse me…, and I will be whiter than snow.” David also reminds us in Psalm 145:8 and14 (NIV), “The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made…The Lord upholds all those who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down.”  That includes you, friend.

Some may ask, “Aren’t you encouraging people to sin and make bad decisions?” The Apostle Paul answers that quite well in his teaching about grace. “What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? By no means! We died to sin; how can we live in it any longer?” (Romans 6:1-2 NIV) 

“Father, I bring my sin and failures to you.  I accept Jesus’ sacrifice for me.  Please help me to live the life You intended for me. Thank you, amen.”

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Root your calling. Rise in faith. Stand on truth

To fulfill your divine purpose.

by linzy bruno 8/09/2026 / Bible Studies

“And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting; being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness, full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, evil-mindedness; they are whisperers,” (Romans 1:28-29)

In this world, and now more so than ever, as we are living in the Last Days(!), the full spectrum of everything that’s right and everything that’s wrong cannot be detected, not entirely anyway. That’s why so many of the lost are turning to the wickedly inspired ideology, or ‘the woke mob,’ as they say on the news……(So poignantly funny.)

But those of us who know God and His Word, even if we grapple with fully grasping some of it, will understand right from wrong much more fully than those who reject God and His Statutes and Precepts.

“And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting; being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness, full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, evil-mindedness; they are whisperers,” (Romans 1:28-29)

In this world, and now more so than ever, as we are living in the Last Days(!), the full spectrum of everything that’s right and everything that’s wrong cannot be detected, not entirely anyway. That’s why so many of the lost are turning to the wickedly inspired ideology, or ‘the woke mob,’ as they say on the news……(So poignantly funny.)

But those of us who know God and His Word, even if we grapple with fully grasping some of it, will understand right from wrong much more fully than those who reject God and His Statutes and Precepts.

That’s why so many, even some believers, fail to understand that God is for the death penalty, that HE certainly WILL punish ALL crime, that we don’t always get healed, that suffering is good for us, that nations have the right to defend themselves without being accused of genocide, that Christian persecution is real and can be deadly. But God will not turn a blind eye to those who retract their confession that Jesus Christ alone is the Savior of the world. God expects His children to be strong in the faith—GOD DEMANDS to be worshipped.

“Anyone who takes the life of a human being is to be put to death.” (Leviticus 24:17)

“And anyone not found written in the Book of Life was cast into the lake of fire.” (Revelation 20:15)

“But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.” (1Peter 5:10)

“For the Lord your God is He who goes with you, to fight for you against your enemies to save you.” (Deuteronomy 20:4)

“(for you shall worship no other god, for the LORD, whose name is jealous, is a jealous God),” (Exodus 34:14)

These are precepts that fall into the ‘meat,’ or ‘solid food’ of the word category, as the Apostle Paul called it, and furthermore, the double-edged sword that symbolizes the fact that the Bible reveals everything true that we want to hear, and everything true that we don’t want to hear…

“I fed you with milk and not with solid food; for until now you were not able to receive it, and even now you are still not able;” (1Corinthians 3:)

“For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” (Hebrews 4:12)

WE WHO LOVE HIM KNOW THAT HE IS MASTER…ONLY HE IS LORD! And, we happily allow Him and His Ways to Lord over us with great and exceeding JOY!

This is why secular society today has been so heavily influenced by ‘woke culture’; they have fallen for Satan’s doctrines. And rejected GOD’S….

IN ADDITION, God has given them over to a debased mind in these last days, making them even less able to see straight!

“And even as they did not retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting; being filled with all unrighteousness…..” (Romans 1:28-29a)

THIS IS WHY PEOPLE ARE LOSING ALL SENSE OF LOGIC; THEY REFUSE TO SEE WHAT THE WHOLE USED TO CALL COMMON SENSE:

People stopping/trying to stop law enforcement from doing their job

VIDEO

People cheering for socialism, which at the end of the day is communism!

VIDEO

Democratic socialists pushing to grant illegal immigrants healthcare!!!—

VIDEO

Parents advocating for sex surgeries for KIDS!!!

VIDEO

People who promote gender dysphoria!!!

WE NEED TO KNOW JESUS! IT COULDN’T BE CLEARER!

NKJV

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Eric Michel Ministries International
222 Smit Street
Braamfontein
Johannesburg
2000
South Africa

Eric Michel Ministries International is expanding into South Africa, and we are seeking four mature, dedicated Elder-Founding Partners to help plant our sacramental, Independent Catholic movement in Johannesburg and beyond.

We are an autocephalous, inclusive movement grounded in the Catholic Tradition and affirming the Apostles’ and Nicene Creeds. We fully embrace the ordination of women, affirm the LGBTQ+ community, and welcome those who have experienced divorce or exclusion from mainstream liturgical churches due to gender, sexuality, race, or theology.

Role Overview

As an Elder-Founding Partner, you will serve as a fiduciary founding member and spiritual leader under the direction of the Archbishop, playing a central role in governing, shepherding, and growing the local congregation.

• Position Status: Full-Time
• Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
• Governance: Voluntary Association (Common-Law Constitution)
• Reports To: The Archbishop

Key Requirements & Investment

• Community Grounding: You must have a baseline of at least 20 supportive followers to ensure active engagement.
• Documentation: Certified copy of South African ID (must be independent office-bearers not closely related to other founders).
• Financial Contribution: Elders contribute to the operational startup capital. A full launch budget is estimated at R20,000 (divided into 5 equal shares of R3,992.66 / ~$346 CAD per partner). Note: Security deposits for leases/equipment are held separately in trust as collateral and do not count as capital contributions.
• Spiritual Commitment: Active Christian walk, commitment to the teachings of Jesus Christ, and demonstrated leadership skills in past congregational life.

Because a security deposit is a separate amount held in trust/escrow as performance collateral rather than a partner capital contribution, its exact cost depends entirely on the commercial terms you negotiate with landlords and equipment suppliers.

Typical Security Deposit Estimates in South Africa (ZAR)

• Venue Rental Deposit: Landlords typically require 1 to 2 months’ rent upfront as a refundable deposit. For a modest community hall or venue in Johannesburg, the cost usually ranges from R2,000 to R10,000.
• AV / Equipment Rental Deposit: Rental companies generally charge a flat, refundable damage deposit ranging from R1,000 to R3,000 (or a small percentage of the total equipment replacement value).
• Estimated Total Range: Expect to hold approximately R3,000 to R13,000 in trust or escrow to cover venue and equipment security deposits.

Because this money serves as collateral for damages or a default, it remains the property of the ministry or its partners until it is returned at the end of the partnership contract, provided all contract terms are fulfilled.

Core Responsibilities

• Pastoral & Shepherding: Oversee an assigned “flock” of members, provide spiritual support, visit the homebound to bring communion, and monitor congregational care.
• Sacramental Leadership: Prepare communion meditations, offer prayers, preside at the communion table as congregation representative, and assist or lead services in the Pastor’s absence.
• Governance & Education: Attend monthly Elders’ meetings, participate in retreats/workshops, lead Christian education classes, and counsel leadership on spiritual growth.

How to Apply

If you have been searching for an inclusive, sacramental home where you can serve the poorest of the poor and lead a vibrant community, we want to hear from you.

📩 Contact Us: Reach out via direct message at emmi@ericmichelministries.org or at african.harvestime@gmail.com

Africa is the world’s second-largest continent, covering over 30 million square kilometers with a population of nearly 1.4 billion people.

Geography and Size

Land Area: Covers about 20% of Earth’s total land area.Population: Possesses the youngest median age of any continent.

Population: Possesses the youngest median age of any continent.

Natural Wealth: Holds massive global reserves of natural resources, including major shares of the world’s gold, diamond, coltan, and cobalt reserves.History and Kingdoms

History and Kingdoms

Human Origins: Widely recognized as the cradle of humankind, with anatomically modern humans emerging on the continent over 200,000 years ago.

Ancient Empires: Home to advanced historical civilizations and powerful trading kingdoms prior to colonization, such as the Mali Empire, the Kingdom of Aksum, and Great Zimbabwe.

Major Environmental Initiatives

Great Green Wall: A sprawling African-led initiative aiming to restore 247 million acres of degraded land across the Sahel region by 2030 to combat desertification and create green jobs.

Cultural and Natural Significance

Cradle of Humankind: Fossil evidence shows that human development began in Africa, making it the deep ancestral home for all people.

Rich Diversity: The continent contains more than 2,000 distinct languages and vibrant traditions spanning from the Mediterranean coast to the Cape of Good Hope.

Global Connection: The phrase “Africa is home” is a powerful theme in the diaspora, music (such as the classic highlife track by Ghanaian musician Joe Mensah), and modern movements advocating for a borderless continent.

Did you know? Africa is home to over 2000 languages.

En Tanzanie, en Afrique de l’Est, on constate partout la beauté de la nature que Dieu a créée.  

Les vagues miroitantes du lac Victoria clapotent contre les rives des villes côtières comme Mwanza, des falaises surplombent l’île luxuriante d’Ukerewe et des millions de gnous traversent les plaines du parc national du Serengeti dans de leurs migrations.

 Le paysage n’est cependant pas le seul témoin de la bonté de Dieu dans ce pays, où 63 % de la population est chrétienne et forme une communauté dynamique en plein essor. Ces croyants chantent, dansent et adorent Dieu dans des églises de toutes tailles.

 Peter Pharles Kissena est l’un de ces chrétiens. Âgé de

• https://www.odbm.org/fr/blogs/temoignages-marquants/la-lecture-quotidienne-de-la-bible-soutient-la-mission-dun-eveque

Why have I been trained as a demonologist after 36 years in ministry?

Good question, but no direct answer!

As I was born into a Catholic family, I heard about the devil at a very young age, but it was more about right or wrong. I learned about the devil in my primary classes from third grade to sixth grade in our Catechism class.

In the ministry training course, we learn about the devil in

• Demon​ Cultural Ontology: A supernatural being: a spirit, a divine force, a semi-divine being, an evil spirit, or a malevolent force.
• Satan​ Devil, Systematic Theology
• ​Devil/Demon, Supernatural Being: The adversary of God.
• Satan​ Devil, Cultural Ontology, An Evil Supernatural Being, Preaching Theme, Supernatural Being, The adversary of God.
• Concept
• Literature

As all my training was aimed mainly at being a Chaplain, we did not learn much about the devil in Divinity courses.

WHY?

Following the Council of Vatican II and as governments became increasingly secular, religion was removed from schools, hospitals, and other institutions. Most people of the generation after mine became atheists; also, we noticed an increase in people toward spiritism and occultism, with sentences like “spiritual but not religious?

Roman Catholic parishes claim not to have enough exorcist priests; we are living in a funny world.

1966

In 1966, 14-year-old Eric Michel would be 15 at the end of that year. As mentioned, I entered the paranormal world with an essay that met the grade-height requirement set by our teacher, Mr. Cormier, on a topic of our choice. I chose UFOs.

Taking notes from a UFO bulletin, the Ufologist of Ottawa, my father, lay down on our buffet.

UFOs were one of many topics in my dad’s library…

In his collection of books, we could find:

• Sorciers d’aujourd’hui Éditions de Crémille, Genève, 1970 height books
• All paranormal books collection J’ai lu, Belline, 1977
• Mystère de la mort Presses Universitaires, France, 1943
• Cours pratique de graphologie, Henri Dangles, Paris, 1937
• Missals and other Catholic books
• And the most intriguing and wanted-to-know books for a teenager, the Grand Albert and the Petit Albert

Of course, I wasn’t allowed to read them, but when you’re a young, curious boy.

Eric Michel’s Prayer Ministry upholds the timeless Christian beliefs enshrined in the Apostles’ Creed, Nicene Creed, and Athanasian Creed. EMPM sets the captives free from oppression and demonic bondage. These profound statements have been guiding the Christian faith for centuries. We are a biblical healing and deliverance ministry. We deeply cherish the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, Saint Michael the Archangel, and Holy Mary, who are conduits of God’s profound healing power.

At Eric Michel’s Prayer Ministry, our belief in miraculous healing through Jesus Christ is not just a part of our faith; it is central to our faith. We honour and respect the invaluable contributions of the medical professions as channels for divine healing, but we see His intervention as integral to His role in healing.

At Eric Michel’s Prayer Ministry, we acknowledge the medical profession as a channel for divine healing, but our belief in miraculous healing through Jesus Christ sets us apart. We see His intervention as integral to His identity, inspiring hope and faith in our hearts.

According to believers in possession, a demon may return after a successful deliverance meeting if proper precautions are not taken. To avoid this, a person must pray for God’s protection over their being and their home. The person remains protected because the Holy Spirit is believed to be stronger than the demons. If needed, the person may need to take other steps, such as removing certain media from their home and setting boundaries with individuals who may have “spread” the spirit(s) to them.

Certain Christian theologians have held that the wearing of a head covering by Christian females confers protection against fallen angels, which they teach is referenced in 1 Corinthians 11:3–1