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NOW IS YOUR TIME! By Elder George Twilley, Jr.
he pew babies of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World have been afforded great opportunities over the years. We are privileged to sit at the feet of great teachers and preachers who deliver sound doctrine. We are covered by the prayers of the saints who have preserved us even in times of peril. We are exposed to environments where our anointings and giftings are cultivated. And we are trained in service and ministry by those who have given their lives in the service of the Lord. But there comes a time when the baton is passed to us, and we are granted the opportunity to continue the legacy and advance the kingdom. Many look forward with great anticipation to “the moment” when we can serve in our local congregations, councils and even internationally. However, in some instances, the timing of “the moment” seems to conflict with the vicissitudes of our life. In July 2018, I was elected to serve as the President of the DC, Delaware & Maryland District Council Young People’s Union. The thought of succeeding leaders such as Bishop Winfield Showell, Evangelist Dr. Audrey Clark, Bishop Andrew Turner, and many
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others who set at the helm of this auxiliary was daunting. Nevertheless, I approached the assignment with excitement and optimism. The Lord blessed me with a vision, direction and an awesome team of leaders to work with. Under ideal circumstances, I would have preferred to begin my term in this office with my attention fully devoted to this assignment. However, the summer of 2018 proved to be one of the most trying times of my life. Within a period of three months, the Lord saw fit to call home three individuals who were very close to me. These were individuals who were a part of my core circle. My godfather, my uncle and a friend (who I regarded as a brother) transitioned within a matter of weeks. It was difficult to watch those who I was so close to endure sickness. Even more taxing was arriving at the hospital to watch one pass away and only moments later to receive a call with a negative report on another who was hospitalized. There was even a moment where I was making arrangements for one while at the hospital for another. True to my nature, I completed tasks as they arose for my family, church, work and council. I made it through
“WALKING IN THE PROMISE OF GOD”
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2022
