Todd and Jessa Bentley
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Happy New Year!
We trust and pray that you had a great season
of Holidays like we did. We were able to spend Christmas and kicked off the New
Year with the kids. There were a lot of laughter, presents, and fun! I'm sure
those of you who follow us on Instagram and Facebook have seen all the pictures
and videos.
We declare over you this year 3rd John
verse 2, "I pray that you would prosper in all things and be in health,
just as your soul prospers." Our prayer this coming year is that you would
be satisfied with the full blessing and favor of God.
At the time of this update, there are several
things happening here at Fresh Fire USA. As many of our friends in
Europe know, our trip to Germany
and Austria
in November last year was cancelled due to some health issues. It started with
me (Todd) having a severe lung infection and heart problems. Thank God, it
wasn't a heart attack!
I did end up in the hospital where there were
several tests done to find the causes of the shortness of breath, racing heart,
pain in my chest, and other physical symptoms. I am still working with doctors
toward a full recovery. In addition, I have been experiencing anxiety and panic
attacks which add to the physical challenge. The bigger question is getting to
the root of what is causing these issues. With much prayer and thought, this
has led me and our team to believe that for a season, it would be best to take
a continued break to recover fully physically, and spiritually, using time to
pray, and get closer to the Lord. I've come to realize that there are some
areas in my character that still need work. During the time of these physical
challenges there were things revealed in my life that were sinful, the result
of still having cracks in my foundation. These unresolved personal issues are
being addressed, is being corrected, and now in the process of being healed
before I return to ministry. I will be working to pursue deeper inner healing
to be sure that there is nothing further in me that could be a snare and hinder
me from living strong and victoriously. As many of you know, I've had two
burnouts and health challenges in the past. This time, I want to be sure that I
make the priority my health, my family, and walking fully in the light before
the Lord in everything. This process will be done with doctors, intense
counseling, and working with a trainer in the gym on my cardio and nutrition.
Last year was great and the busiest year we've
had yet. God did many great things in Haiti,
Korea, Europe,
and of course, the Healing Awakening South Africa. With this in mind, this
season can be a great opportunity to have another extended time of encounters
with the Lord as well as working on other small projects like finishing some
books and products, writing, and soaking. I have been using this time to be
sure that I am physically, spiritually, and emotionally fit to continue what
God has called us to.
A Word from Jessa:
I (Jessa) am so thankful for everything the
Lord has done last year. Being apart of all the amazing fruit of salvations,
healings, and miracles has caused me to be so blessed and honored by the Lord.
I have realized in this time that I too need a break to search my heart and
deal with some emotional conflicts about ministry, having a family of my own,
and pressures of full time ministry. I also feel the need to fully recover from
disappointment from the difficult season that began 5 years ago. Please
understand that I am not in any way suggesting that Todd and I are having any
marital problems. Todd and I are very happy, in love, and looking forward to
preparing for a family. I will be supporting Todd in this season, as he is
supporting me, to be refreshed in the Lord and come out of this season stronger
and continue on in the ministry.
Thank you for those who have stood with us
in prayer and supported us financially. Our commitment is to the Lord, family,
and ministry. While we are taking this break, we are needing your continued
prayer and financial support more than ever.
"I pray that you would prosper in all
things and be in health, just as your soul prospers," 3 John 2.
Blessings,
Todd and Jessa Bentley
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