Karen

I went to Come to the Fire because God had asked me to.  I knew He had something specific for me there.

Every single speaker, presentation, and even song spoke to me in some way.  It was evident from the moment I entered the building that God was there.  I am so thankful for the hours of prayer that were poured out over the many months beforehand.

God used each speaker to speak to me just where I was and with what I was dealing with.  I have been saved since I was very young, and had already surrendered myself to the will of the Holy Spirit.  But I found myself so often letting my own will back in. What I long for is not the self-control to force my will in the right direction, but for the Holy Spirit to completely replace my will with HIS!!  This is my heart's desire.

The first time it was mentioned that there would be an offering, I felt the Lord speak to me and ask me to put in all I had with me.  The thing is, I had plenty with me, but it's all supposed to be used to pay bills.  By Saturday, I had decided that $100 was plenty to give for someone who really didn't have any money.  I put in $100, but the Lord did not give up.  He continued to impress upon my heart that I should have obeyed and given the rest.  So, I'm going to give the rest now, trusting Him to provide for our needs.