Stephens pointed to the multiple “languages” Champion Forest speaks to its community in the number of ministries it offers. One of those helps girls and young women emerge from the human trafficking industry. Four of those young women attended one of the concerts, a ministry volunteer wrote Stephens, and held up their light to show their faith in Christ.
“This was the best outcome we could have asked for,” the volunteer said. “Please express to [Worship] Pastor Brent [Dyer] and all those who spent hours working to deliver a life-changing show how lives are being changed for eternity.”
The volunteer also vowed to follow up with the new believers. Stephens also stressed the importance of follow-up, saying all of those who made a decision will receive contact from CFBC members within 48 hours. Every person who prayed also received a free Bible.
“Our team has been knocking it out of the ballpark and stayed late to make those phone calls. They let people know they rejoiced in their decision and wanted to answer any questions. We’ve had a lot of great conversations out of that,” he said.
More than 100 staff and other volunteers did the follow-up. Total cast and crew for the Christmas Spectacular topped 600 people.
To provide an eighth performance with a different level of privacy, the church hosted members of ministries such as those related to human trafficking and families with special needs at a dress rehearsal.
“God is honoring the prayers of His people,” Stephens said. “I think He’s honoring our people bringing their lost friends, neighbors and coworkers.
The 30,000 cumulative attendance included those making a decision for Christ and the ones serving as witnesses. Together, they saw the light pierce the darkness both literally and spiritually.
“You’re receiving the light of the world into your life,” he told them, “and now we want you to show that light.”
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