Fire in our hearts - Jesus Army

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Birth of a Culture
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The afternoon was hot — even for August. Most of us had
marched in a ‘Jesus Demonstration’ through Northampton.
From Midsummer Meadow to All Saints Church we brandished
our placards and shouted our Jesus shouts. Paddy
rushed around with a broad grin accosting the general public.
I felt highly embarrassed. But it was fun.
‘Hi, man! Smile! Jesus loves you!’
Paddy thrust copies of Jesus Reality at some passers-by.
‘Don’t miss the Music Festival on Monday. It’s far out!’
On All Saints’ steps we knelt and prayed for the town. A
few told their stories and we walked to a youth centre for the
tea and Celebration Rally. As we worshipped, Val was laughing
for joy. Yvonne, a schoolgirl, looked across at the liberated
schoolteacher and smiled. The Spirit came upon her, too,
and she sank to the floor and worshipped God.
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