Prayer Tent

Open Arms International (OAI) emphasizes the importance of spiritual AND physical healing at their medical clinics. Each day begins with worship and a message from scripture. An invitation is given for those in attendance to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. All who pray for salvation are ushered into the prayer tent where a local pastor explains the need for discipleship. Before they leave the tent, each person receives individual prayer. Often times, the Lord heals their physical ailments and they no longer need to see the doctor! Local pastors and OAI team members are available throughout the day to pray with people.

Anton entered the prayer tent our first day at Kambi Teso. He was sent to us by the ophthalmologist. The man had glaucoma, which had rendered him nearly blind. We didn’t have the medicine that he needed, but we had prayer! Anton told us that he also had back and chest pain when he bent forward. His back and chest pain were healed immediately when we prayed for him. PTL! His eyes continued to bulge from the pressure building inside. We asked him to come back another day so we could continue to pray for his eyes.

Anton returned two days later, but he did not come alone. He brought his wife and cousin. They had walked a great distance. Long lines had formed by those awaiting medical care, but these three came ONLY for prayer. Anton knew that Jesus had completely healed his back and chest two days prior. He anticipated another encounter with the Almighty and wanted to share that with his loved ones.

Several Kenyan pastors and OAI team members joined together in prayer for Anton. The anointing power of God was very strong as we prayed. It was evident that Anton was a mighty man of God and the Lord was preparing him to do His work. We also prayed for his wife and cousin. They asked for spiritual strength.

Ethan noted that Anton looked different when he left us. That was a common occurrence at the prayer tent. Many came to Jesus with specific requests, which often times were granted. Several received physical healing. Others were strengthened spiritually. Some left in faith, believing that the Lord had begun to heal their infirmities. Nearly everyone appeared different when they left the prayer tent, usually praising God.

It was obvious that Anton was changed by the Lord that day. Perhaps his eyes were healed as he walked home thanking and praising God. Or, like Paul, he may have learned that God's grace is sufficient and His strength is made perfect in weakness. (II Cor 12:9) The Lord knows :)