AFM Midrand Impact Christian Centre - Weekly Sermons

Send us Fan Mail This week’s message explores what it means for the Church to rise in Kingdom wisdom, fullness, and victory in the last days. From Ephesians, Revelation, and Habakkuk we see that the Glorious Church is not weak, fearful, or hiding — she is filled with the presence of Christ and advancing His Kingdom until the earth is filled with His glory. This Thanksgiving Sunday, we also reflect...

Send us Fan Mail This week at AFM Midrand Impact Christian Centre we launched our December Kingdom series, “The Glorious Church: Purified, Powerful, and Prepared for the Harvest.” In Part 1, titled “The Bride Made Ready,” we explored how Jesus lovingly prepares His Church—as a Bride—for His return. Through Ephesians 5:25–27, Revelation 19:6–9, and Isaiah 60:1–3, we were reminded that Christ’s goal...

Send us Fan Mail Pastor Owen teaches that national restoration begins when God’s people return to the altar. Using Joel 2, Nehemiah 1, and Isaiah 58, we explore how God calls His Church to fasting, prayer, and rebuilding the spiritual foundations of a nation. And through it all, we see Jesus Christ as the true Repairer of the breach and the One who restores what sin has broken. If you’re praying f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Pastor Owen teaches from 2 Chronicles 7:14, Jonah 3, and Psalm 33:12 — revealing how God turns nations back to Himself when His people choose humility, prayer, fasting, and repentance. We look at how Jesus Christ becomes the fulfillment of this call and the hope for true national transformation. If you desire revival in your life and in South Africa, this message...

Send us Fan Mail Series: Foundations That Last – Building Through Fasting Episode 2: The Foundation of Power and Sending Preacher: Pastor Owen Smith In this message, Pastor Owen teaches that fasting is more than discipline — it’s divine alignment. Drawing from Acts 13, Acts 14, and Isaiah 58, he reveals how God still speaks to surrendered hearts and how fasting prepares the church for power, direc...

Send us Fan Mail Before Jesus ever preached, healed, or performed a miracle, He fasted. In the wilderness, obedience was tested — and proven. This sermon teaches that every lasting move of God begins with private obedience and that fasting is not merely a discipline, but the foundation of our alignment with God’s will. We also shared Communion together on Day 2 of our fasting and prayer, rememberi...

Send us Fan Mail 📖 Text: Ezra 8:21–23 | Daniel 10:2–3 | Nehemiah 1:4–6 Fasting that honors God begins long before the first meal is skipped. In this message, Pastor Owen reminds us that preparation, focus, and obedience are the heart of a fast that pleases the Lord. Learn how: Preparation aligns your heart with God’s purpose (Ezra). Focus keeps your spirit attentive and your hunger holy (Daniel)....

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered why Jesus said, “When you fast…” and not “If you fast”? In this powerful message, Pastor Owen unpacks how fasting isn’t punishment—it’s discipline that brings you closer to God . Discover how to: 🔥 Fast with purpose, not pressure 💪 Discipline your body without legalism ❤️ Let your fasting overflow in compassion “True fasting hides self and reveals Christ.”...

Send us Fan Mail Description: Is your fire for God still burning — or has it gone out? In this powerful message, Pastor Owen reminds us that revival is not an event, but a spiritual awakening that begins in every believer’s heart. Drawing from Leviticus 6:12–13 and 2 Timothy 1:6–7, this message calls us to fan into flame the gift of God through repentance, brokenness, prayer, and fasting. 🕊️ Don’t...

Send us Fan Mail Last Sunday, Brother Chris Gatsi shared a powerful word under the mentorship of Pastor Owen Smith : 👉 “Careful What You Hunger For” (Matthew 5:6 | John 6:35) We were challenged to reflect: What is it that we truly hunger and thirst for? Is it material things, recognition, and temporary pleasures — or is it Christ Himself, the Bread of Life ? 🔥 Key Reminder: “Blessed are those wh...

Send us Fan Mail We live in a generation of quick fixes, but when life’s battles come, only God can give lasting peace. In this sermon, Br. JJ Vuma takes us through 2 Chronicles 20 and shows us how fasting, prayer, and worship shift the battle into God’s hands. Discover how to: Make God your first response in crisis Stand united in prayer and humility Hear His voice clearly through fasting Experie...

Send us Fan Mail Are you trusting God for a breakthrough? In this powerful sermon, Pastor Martin Guni concludes our series on prayer with a timely word on The Breakthrough Prayer Life . Drawing from Luke 18:1–8 and other key Scriptures, this message reminds us that breakthroughs don’t come by giving up, but by persistent prayer, Spirit-led intercession, and a deep hunger for the presence of God. W...

Send us Fan Mail Prayer is not about eloquence or ritual—it’s about the heart . In this sermon, “The Heart of Prayer” , Pastor Owen teaches from Matthew 6:5–8, Psalm 51:16–17, and Philippians 4:6–7 , showing how God values sincerity, humility, and relationship in prayer. 🙏 Discover how to move from performance-driven prayers to heartfelt communion with God. 🔥 Learn why true prayer brings peace b...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Description: Prayer is powerful—but not every prayer is effective. In this first episode of our new series, Praying That Prevails: Eight Biblical Principles of Effective Prayer , Pastor Owen Smith teaches the two foundational principles of prayer that truly moves heaven: 1️⃣ Base your prayers on God’s Word 2️⃣ Pray in faith, not doubt From John 15:7, Mark 11:24, and Psalm...

Send us Fan Mail When fasting is done God’s way, heaven moves! 🔥 Isaiah 58 shows us the kind of fasting God chooses—a fasting that breaks chains, sets people free, and draws us into His presence. This message will challenge you, inspire you, and show you how to step into a deeper walk with God. 📍 Join us every Sunday @ 9:30am at AFM Midrand Impact Christian Center. #FastingThatMovesHeaven #Praye...

Send us Fan Mail Last Sunday, we began a powerful two-part series titled “Humbled to Prevail: The Power of Fasting Prayer.” In Part 1, “When the Soul is Humbled,” we explored what it means to bring our soul—our emotions, desires, and will—into submission through fasting. 📖 Key Scriptures: Psalm 35:13 | Ezra 8:21–23 | Matthew 6:16–18 🔥 What you’ll discover in this message: Why fasting is more tha...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful message, Pastor Owen Smith explores what it truly means to live under the rule and reign of a sovereign God. Drawing from Romans 13:1–2 and Acts 4:19–20, this sermon reminds us that no earthly authority exists without God’s permission—and that believers are called to honor God even when civil authorities oppose the gospel. 🔥 Part 6 of the “Divine Authority” serie...

Send us Fan Mail In our latest message, “Christians’ Responsibility to Authority,” we unpacked what it means to follow Jesus in the real world — not just in church, but in the workplace, at the traffic light, and even on social media. 📖 Scripture reminds us in Romans 13 and 1 Peter 2 that God calls us to live with integrity, respect, and purpose — even under imperfect leaders. This isn’t about bl...

Send us Fan Mail 2 Chronicles 36:22–23 | Daniel 6:10 | Jeremiah 25:11–12 🙌 God doesn’t just respond to history—He shapes it through the prayers of His people. From Daniel’s quiet room in Babylon to the heart of King Cyrus, the power of intercession moved governments, shifted timelines, and fulfilled divine promises. 💥 In a time of political tension, corruption, and spiritual decline, Daniel didn...

Send us Fan Mail 📖 2 Samuel 23:2–4 | Romans 13:3–4 This past Sunday, we were reminded that God is not indifferent to leadership. He holds rulers to a higher standard—justice and the fear of the Lord. And when leadership aligns with His heart, it’s like the sun rising after a dark night (2 Sam. 23:4). But what happens when they don’t? 📍 God still reigns. 📍 He still calls the Church to be a voice...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder why some leaders rise who seem completely unfit to lead? You’re not alone. But Scripture gives us a shocking truth: 👑 “The Most High is sovereign over all kingdoms on earth and gives them to anyone He wishes—even the basest of men.” (Daniel 4:17) In Sunday’s message, we were reminded that God doesn’t just allow leaders—He appoints them for His purpose : 🔹 Sometimes t...

Send us Fan Mail 📖 Romans 13:1–2 | Psalm 75:4–7🌍 Whether it’s presidents, kings, councillors, or CEOs— no one holds power unless God allows it. That was the powerful reminder from this Sunday’s message: God is still on the throne. 🗣️ “There is no authority except from God.” Even corrupt leaders don’t escape His sovereignty. From Pharaoh to Pilate, from Babylon to modern-day governments— God work...

Send us Fan Mail 🌍 How Prayer Influences Nations 🙏 📖 Scriptures: 1 Timothy 2:1-4 | 1 John 5:14-15 | Revelation 17:14 Last Sunday’s sermon reminded us that God is the ultimate authority over all governments—and that as believers, we are called to pray boldly and specifically for good governance in our nation, South Africa, and beyond. We learned that prayer isn’t just a ritual; it’s a responsibi...

Send us Fan Mail Last week, we were reminded that even when the storms of life seem overwhelming—when the winds are howling, the waves are crashing, and it feels like we’re sinking— Jesus is near . Like Peter on the water, we may step out in faith only to feel fear when the storm rages. But even when our faith wavers, His hand is there to catch us . Hebrews 7:25 reminds us that Jesus is always int...

Send us Fan Mail The Bible calls us to pray for those in authority (1 Tim 2:2–4), not just for political peace, but so the Gospel can flourish! 🛡️ A just and peaceful society is not a luxury—it’s God’s will. 🕊️ When governments uphold righteousness, the people rejoice (Prov 29:2). 🙏🏽 When believers rise to pray, participate, and proclaim Jesus, nations are transformed. Let’s not be silent specta...