December 2007
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus~
What an amazing God we serve, One who is able to do all things well!
It is with great joy and thanksgiving that I remember the goodness of the Lord this past year. The scripture I would use to describe 2007 would be Eph.3:20 "Now unto Him who is able to do exceeding abundantly above all we could ask or think, according to the power that works in us." God has proven this scripture in my life and ministry.
I was blessed to travel again to England, Scotland, Wales, Africa (Burundi, Rwanda, Kenya, and the Congo), and for the first time to Estonia. How amazing it was to serve the people in each place. There were many interesting adventures...having a bathroom faucet break off while in my suit with no way to let the front desk know without leaving the room to flood, also running out of gas in the dark of night while traveling in the Congo. God's goodness was very apparent as we did arrive to minister and saw many receive Christ and many more receive a fresh word of the Lord to meet them in their lives. While in the Congo I prayed and asked the Lord how to bless the people and felt led of God to purchase 500 Bibles, printed in Swahili, as many did not have the Word of the Lord including some pastors. God touched and changed so many lives through salvations, healings, and encouragement.
I witnessed the love and power of God as I shared in concerts, preached the Word, and ministered to youth, children, and in nursing homes. While in Africa, I was blessed to share with the children of the New Hope Orphanage (where we are establishing a music room). After having given them a keyboard last year, I was so touched as they shared with me the music they had written (5 new songs). How exciting it was to witness the power of God in their songs. Their love for the Lord was evident through the music. I asked the students to minister with me the following Sunday and what a powerful ministry it was, for both the children and the congregation.
There were so many blessings in ministry, including the opportunity to sit and visit with the First Lady of Burundi for 4 hours as she shared how she and her husband, His Excellency President Peter, surrendered to the Lord Jesus Christ. What a powerful testimony they have of God's hand upon their lives. I have been blessed to minister at the palace for the last two years. Please continue to pray for them and their family as they seek God's wisdom and direction.
There is so much more, but I can't tell it all in a letter, but please know that all of your support has helped in an incredible way as I was able to sow just over $12,000 in ministry to the orphanage, building, crusades, purchase of the 500 Bibles, and the joy of giving along the way as God would lead. Thank you so very much for the part each of you have shared.
It is with much joy that I look back at 2007, and forward to 2008. All of what I do is made possible through your love and support...Thank You! It blesses me so much to love and serve God by loving and serving people. I will have new pictures on the website so check them out soon!
I pray God’s blessings to you and your families during this Christmas season. Please let me know how I can pray for you.
Serving our Lord Jesus Christ together,
Charles Graham
It is with great excitement we announce that
Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, Missouri has
chosen to honor Charles Edward Graham
with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in
Music Ministry
presented on campus at the
Founders Day Ceremony
Wednesday, March 14th, 2007 at 10:00 am.
Charles would be equally as honored with your presence at this special event. Due to limited seating, please call or email Lori Sanada by February 28th if you are able to attend, including the number in your party.
If you are interested in scheduling Charles for a
service or
concert, please contact Lori as soon as possible by
email or call the number listed below.
We would love to hear from you!
Charles Graham Ministries
38801 Calistoga Drive
Murrieta, CA 92563
charlesgraham2000@yahoo.com
(951) 600-2908
