MUMBAI, INDIA

January 20
David L. Meyer

The four day Festival of Hope continues to grow each night and the anointing has increased. On this night, Joyce brought a great message of hope that encouraged us all. The music by Hillsong and Delirious? was off the charts. This week God has visited Mumbai in a big way and we are so grateful that He chose us to play a part in it.

MUMBAI, INDIA

January 19
David L. Meyer

On the second night of our four day Festival of Hope in Mumbai, Darlene Zschech and Hillsong led the people into an awesome level of praise and worship. The local Indian musician (pictured) played along during one song on a traditional instrument and the crowd went wild. He said afterwards, “Now I can die because my life is complete!” The daytime meetings have had over 30,000 in attendance each day and they have heard Delirious? and Hillsong lead them in worship. The speakers included Brian Houston, Paul Scanlon, Christine Caine, Gary Clark and of course Joyce Meyer. God is doing mighty things here in India. Thanks for all your help.

INDIA

January 17

Joyce Meyer

To feed a hungry child is one of the purest forms of Godliness I know. It is so easy at times to take for granted the blessings we have. But when you have the thrill of knowing that your actions have made a difference in another’s life there is no greater joy. It really is MORE blessed to give than to receive. Thanks for coming with us to India and helping feed these precious children.

INDIA

January 16

Joyce Meyer

Today I experienced something that on the surface may seem a little trivial, but I was really moved by the moment. As you can see from the photo, I am feeding an Indian child the icing off of a birthday cake. The unique thing about this is that this child in this slum area had never tasted icing or received a birthday cake before. Her reaction was so much fun. May we all remember the little things we take for granted everyday that the less fortunate may never receive. Thanks for helping us bring joy to these little ones today.

INDIA

HAND OF HOPE TRANSFORMATION CENTER

January 15, 2008

Joyce Meyer

Today I visited one of the more exciting projects we have been involved with thus far. We are at a “Hand of Hope - Transformation Center” about three hours outside of Mumbai, India. This center is rescuing women and their children from the sexual trade. Not only will this provide immediate relief for these women, but it will also most likely keep the next generation (the children) from entering into the trade themselves. Immediately we are able to house 100 people with plans to expand. With my background of sexual abuse this outreach is very dear to my heart. Thank you for helping us make a difference!

MUMBAI

January 14, 2008

Shelly Meyer

Every time I visit India I fall in love with the children all over again. Even in the middle of the slum we visited today the little ones are so precious. Today we helped feed over 50 of these little beauties. Worldwide I am proud to be a part of daily helping over 25,000 kids. You see, my husband and I have not only given our lives to help children, but we also give of our finances to feed children here in India.

NEPAL

January 13, 2008

David L. Meyer

Joyce and Dave’s first visit to Nepal proved to be a fruitful one. Over the years, there have been few that have visited from the outside like Joyce to hold an outdoor meeting. Because we are on TV there in the local language thousands of people came out to hear her speak. Everyone was very excited and encouraged by the meetings. Many people were saved at the meetings as well. Several of Joyce’s books have been printed in Nepalese and they were distributed to each person there.

SCOTLAND

January 12, 2008
David L. Meyer

The week of January 7, 2008 may well turn out to be one of the most historic in the songwriting world. Compassionart, founded by Martin Smith of Delirious?, pulled together eleven of the best songwriters around. They escaped to a Bed & Breakfast in Northern Scotland to do nothing but write songs for a week. The theme was social justice and helping to alleviate human suffering. As a matter of fact, all the proceeds from the record will be donated to charity. The group included Michael W. Smith, Darlene Zschech, Steven Curtis-Chapman, Matt Redman, Tim Hughes, Israel Houghton and several others. Joyce was given the honor of sharing a message of encouragement with the group on Friday the 11th. The songs we heard that had been written so far were incredible!