In October, 2023, Pastor and Sister Greg Riggen (Olathe, Kansas), traveled once again to the country of South Africa. They first met up with Missionary and Sister Jessie Stewart and their son, Hayden. Shortly thereafter, they were also joined by Pastor and Sister Leonel Rocha (Tulsa, Oklahoma) and Pastor and Sister Brian Jones (Bryan, Texas). Together, they would conduct a two-day doctrinal seminar, followed by a two-day leadership training seminar in the city of Johannesburg, South Africa.
This was Pastor Riggen’s third time to conduct a doctrinal seminar in this city. On both previous attempts, the team had faced extreme spiritual opposition, and the overall results of the seminar were never as fruitful as in other cities. However, Missionary Stewart felt very strongly that this conference was going to be difference — and indeed it was!
The crowds consisted of more than 100 Trinitarian ministers from many different denominations. In spite of direct demonic opposition, the Spirit of the Lord broke through! In the end, 55 preachers were baptized in Jesus’ name and many received the Holy Ghost. On the last day, the bus driver who had been transporting many of the attendees asked to be baptized as well. He said those riding his bus explained the truth of salvation, that he had already repented, and knew he needed water baptism in Jesus’ name! To God be the glory!
THANK YOU for your prayers, contributions, and verbal support! We deeply appreciate each of you!
As most of you are aware, the circumstances in the country of Zimbabwe have greatly impeded our ability to operate out of that country as our base. Instead, Missionary Stewart and his family have moved to Johannesburg, South Africa. Since their move nearly 2 years ago, we have been diligently looking to purchase a property. Thankfully, we were able to sell our old property, leaving us with enough money to make a down payment on something in Johannesburg.
We are excited to announce that God has opened a door for us to purchase a church with all the necessary space to have service and train pastors. Please be in prayer with us concerning this momentous occasion as it is imperative in the continued growth of the men we are reaching. If God moves on you to partner with us in this endeavor, we would greatly appreciate it. We need to raise $180,000 in addition to the money from the other property. This needs to be done very quickly to secure this opportunity.
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED!
As you can see from the pictures, this is a tremendous opportunity. Other than a few minor renovations, the property is ready to become a training center for the ministers God has helped us to convert to this Apostolic message.
If you would like to help us secure the remaining funds for this beautiful campus, please send a check directly to Bible Truth Ministries, PO Box 368, Jenks, OK 74037. While we appreciate the I AM Foundation and other funding outlets, these funds need to be sent directly to Missionary Stewart so there is no delay.
You can support Missionary Stewart through the I AM Foundation, or by making your check payable to
Bible Truth Ministries, PO Box 368, Jenks, OK 74037.
Your continued support helps us to reach the continent of Africa — and the world!