Dear Friends,

HAPPY NEW YEAR ZAOGA FIFMI!

The God of our Father, Ezekiel Guti, has been faithful. We are now in 2026. Oh, what grace and favour! After a powerful time of seeking God during the Ten Days of Prayer and Fasting, where we made prayer deposits for the year so that when it is time to make a withdrawal, it will not say “insufficient funds,” we are now geared for the year. We believe we had a great time in the presence of God. Please share with us some of the highlights of your Ten Days of Prayer and Fasting.

CYPRUS

We give thanks to the God of our Father, Ezekiel H. Guti, for abundantly blessing us as the nation of Cyprus. By His grace, we joyfully and gloriously entered the year 2026, gathering at the Lefkosa Tabernacle as the church of FIF Cyprus. Our Crossover Service was power-packed, filled with the sweet presence of the Holy Spirit, and saw approximately 350 attendees. Following a powerful message delivered by Pastor Power, five individuals committed their lives to Christ.

This was succeeded by ten days of prayer and fasting, with evening services led by different speakers, each powerfully ministering as they were used by God. We were immensely blessed during the Prayer Convention, Pastor Power conducted a special Holy Spirit session, where many believers received the Holy Spirit, evidenced by speaking in tongues.

We are grateful to the God of Ezekiel for His faithfulness throughout these ten days of prayer and fasting. We concluded our time with a National Big Sunday, where Pastor Linda delivered the Word, and Pastor Power led the church in strong Kingdom declarations. The presence of God was thick and tangible, and one more soul received Jesus Christ. We were also blessed to partake in Holy Communion. Please keep us in your prayers. Glory be to God!

GUYANA

We thank the God of Ezekiel for another blessed week. At our Crossover Service, members shared testimonies of God’s faithfulness throughout 2025, followed by a powerful ministry of the Word.

As we began our ten days of prayer and fasting, we read the church letter and prayer points, dedicating ourselves to daily prayers at the church. Our Prayer Convention, held from January 8th to 10th, featured two powerful speakers who ministered on “The Effectual Fervent Prayer of a Righteous Man Avails Much.” It was a time of uplifting worship in God’s presence.

We concluded the week by giving thanks for answered prayers and celebrating the New Year. Thank you for your continued prayers!

CHINA

We give all glory and honor to the God of our Father, Apostle Ezekiel H. Guti, for His mighty hand evident throughout our Ten Days of Prayer and Fasting in China. We are filled with gratitude for a deepened spirit of repentance, unity, and hunger for God that swept across the church as we gathered daily in prayer.

Saints faithfully attended evening prayers and fasting, with attendance between 15 and 35, as we read the Apostolic letter and prayed earnestly for God’s work and His servants. The atmosphere was marked by genuine repentance and fervent, Spirit-led prayer.

We concluded the Ten Days with our Prayer Convention, joined virtually by Japan and South Korea. Teachings focused on perseverance, being doers of the Word, and walking in the Holy Spirit’s fire and power. The saints were challenged to reject mediocrity, live holy lives, and allow the Holy Spirit to purify their motives, renew their minds, and ignite passion for God’s work in 2026.

THAILAND

Hallelujah to the God of Ezekiel for His endless love and mercies! Thailand and Cambodia entered the new year in praise and worship, gathering at the mission house in Bangkok and online from various provinces. We shared testimonies of God’s blessings and miracles throughout the past year. Pastor Learnmore Nyanzara encouraged us to sincerely seek God during our sacred ten days of prayer, emphasizing its personal impact. The church participated in chain prayers and daily evening services, focusing on the Word.

Our Prayer Convention, held from January 8th to 10th, saw members gathering at the mission house, with some camping for extended prayer. Elders Advance and Curlie Ngorima inspired us to pursue deeper fellowship with God. The theme of the weekend was “He sees you!” and concluded with a powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

On January 11th, we celebrated Jubilation Sunday at the Mövenpick Hotel, where many testified about their experiences during the ten days, guided by the Holy Spirit. Pastor Learnmore encouraged us to believe in God like Abraham. The service culminated in prayers, Holy Communion, and fellowship. What a glorious way to start the year! Thank you for your prayers as we continue to pray for you.

INDIA

We give all glory to the God of our Father for His continued grace and faithfulness upon our province as we crossed into the new year with great spiritual momentum. At Vadodara City Church, we were blessed with a powerful Crossover Service on the 31st of December with 104 believers in attendance, where Elder Constance delivered a timely and uplifting word that prepared the church to enter 2026 in faith and expectation, followed by the faithful observance of the 10 Days of Prayer and Fasting.

During the prayer Convention, the saints were encouraged to continue walking in the things we were taught by our Father, the servant and Apostle of God, Ezekiel H. Guti; we were also greatly blessed by the presence of the KMD team. The ministry added depth, unity, and spiritual atmosphere to the gathering. This special day was also marked by the joyful celebration of the purchase of the church’s first drum set, and we sincerely thank the God of our Father for granting the grace and provision to raise the required funds, a clear testimony of growth, unity, and progress in the work of God in Gujarat Province.

SOLOMON ISLANDS

We give glory and honor to the God of our Father, Ezekiel H. Guti, for the divine pattern established during the 10 days of prayer and fasting. The church in Solomon Islands faithfully adhered to this commitment and participated in chain prayer groups. From Day 1 to 7, gatherings occurred at the regional level, culminating in a powerful prayer convention from Days 8 to 10, marked by intense prayer and impactful messages on prayer, giving, and church doctrine.

On Sunday, the 11th, we celebrated a Big Sunday service, praising God for His grace throughout the fasting period. Remarkable testimonies were shared, including healings from heart failure and other ailments. Our national leader emphasized the importance of understanding church history and warned against false teachings, encouraging believers to embrace their faith.

The attendance was impressive, with 320 in Honiara, 44 in Auki, 55 in Lata/Noipe, and strong participation from Noro and Makira. Notably, Noipe held a Holy Spirit session where many believers were filled with the Holy Spirit. We also welcomed 7 new believers in Honiara and 10 in Noipe. Truly, our God is great! Glory be to the God of our Father, Ezekiel Guti, as His legacy continues to thrive.

UNITED KINGDOM

We give all glory to the God of our Father, Ezekiel H. Guti, for a powerful Prayer Convention held in Cardiff, Wales, at Hebron Mountain of Prayer, under the leadership of Rev Newman and Pastor Alice Kuzamba. The weekend was marked by a strong move of God, as 110 believers camped in unity, praying, worshipping advancing the work of God.

We are so thankful to the God of His Servant, our father Ezekiel Guti, for Wales, Bristol, and Somerset Region in West Midlands Province, UK. We were blessed by the ministry of Pastors Blessing and Cleo Mutingwa. They taught powerfully on prayer, encouraging the saints to build a strong and consistent prayer life. 10 candidates were water baptized, making their public declaration of their faith in Jesus Christ. The presence of God filled the place after the ministration of the Holy Spirit. Many of those who were Water baptized were filled with the Holy Spirit, while others were refilled and began to speak in new tongues. Deliverance and spiritual renewal took place as the Spirit of God moved among the people.

Notable Miracles and Testimonies:

• A young girl who had not been able to sleep properly for years was prayed for on Saturday, and on Sunday, she testified that she slept peacefully through the night.
• Many people suffering from heart palpitations were also prayed for and received their healing.
• One man testified that after prayer, he ran to check if the symptoms were still there, and he found that he was completely healed.

The convention ended with joyful fellowship as the saints celebrated the Forward in Faith New Year, marking the conclusion of the 10 Days of Prayer and Fasting. We thank the God of our Father, Ezekiel H. Guti, for His faithfulness and for the mighty work He continues to do in Wales, Bristol, and Somerset.

P.S

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This week:

1. Thanking God for our mum, Apostle Prof. Eunor Guti, that He continues to strengthen and refresh her daily. Thanking God for grace as she prepares for the upcoming Deeper Life Conference to be held next week. Thanking God for the continued success of the mission in Chitungwiza.
2. Thanking God for our father, the Presiding Bishop Dr. Joseph Joe Guti, and our mother, Pastor Nyasha Guti, that God give them wisdom and grace as they lead the church. May God grant them visas for the nations they need to visit.
3. Thanking God for the 2 Apostles, SG Apostle Mishael & Pastor Leticia Nyambo, and the DSG Apostle Dr. Steve & Dr. La-Verne Simukai, that God gives them wisdom and grace as they carry out their assignments.
4. Thanking God for Archbishop Dr. Mateus & Dr. Petronela Simao, Archbishop Elias & Bishop Prisca Soko, the bishops and apostles, overseers and all leaders.
5. Thanking God for pouring the Spirit of prayer during the Ten Days of Prayer and Fasting.
6. Thanking God for the peace of Jerusalem. Psalm 122:6 “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem…”
7. Thanking God for the construction works at the Ezekiel Guti Convention Centre, Harare (AMFCC), as part of the Multi-project Talents. May God send angels to build.
8. Thanking God for the ongoing construction of the Ezekiel Guti Jr (EJ) Legacy Center for people with special needs. May God continue to provide the items needed for the students.
9. Thanking God for Mbuya Dorcas Hospital (MDH), for the successful completion of the operating theatres, the ongoing construction of the postgraduate nursing school, the realization of the special Diabetes pharmacy, and every other project lined up at the hospital. Thanking God for raising burden bearers who will partner and support the vision that God gave to His servant Ezekiel.
10. Thanking God that ZEGU continues to excel and that the vision is fulfilled, as God gave
    to His servant Ezekiel.
11. Thanking God for the growth of the Ezekiel Guti Technical College (EGTC). The staff and students to understand the vision God gave to His servant Ezekiel.
12. Thanking God for the long-term and short-term missionaries. Thanking God for providing suitable meeting places and favorable prices, finances to build, vehicles to transport people to church, as the FIFMI churches continue to grow. Thanking God for the registration process of FIFMI Thailand, Egypt, Cameroon, Slovakia, Poland, and South Korea. Thanking God for the construction of the churches in Guyana and Ghana. Thanking God for peace in areas that are not politically stable. Thanking God for protecting the different nations from heavy rains and hurricanes in their areas.
13. Thanking God for your nation.

TEACHING: PART OF BABA & AMAI’S MESSAGE

Good things don’t come cheap. The Psalm says we sow in tears, we reap in joy.
Psalm 126:5 says, “Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy.”
Why did Elijah pray? We learn from him that after God promises something, we still have to pray. When the anointing is upon you, you fear nothing, but when it goes, you ask yourself why did I say that, you may become scared.
When you go before God begging, He is not pleased. Make time to love the Lord and worship Him. God wants us to have peace in our hearts and in our families. Stretch your hand and worship God. He knows you have needs, and He will meet your needs and desires. God bless you.

We love you and are praying for you.

Apostle Drs. Steve & La-Verne Simukai
ZAOGA Forward In Faith Ministries Int.
+263 777 282 356, +263 777 282 092
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