In this race of faith, we are called to not just start well, but to finish strong with courage and with joy. The God who so loves us has prepared a banquet for us, so let’s not settle for crumbs. We can only start loving when we know how much our Father God loves us. Let our focus be on Jesus and do not lose heart or give up.

Heidi Baker, and her husband, Roland, are founders and directors of Iris Ministries. God has given them a heart for the poor and they have been missionaries for the last 24 years in Asia, Europe and Africa. For the past eight years, they have been ministering in the nation of Mozambique where they are caring for orphans and street children while seeing a glorious revival with thousands of churches planted. Heidi holds a BA and MA from S.C.C., Vanguard University and a PhD. in Systematic Theology from King's College, University of London. One third of her time is spent travelling throughout the nations preaching on a passion for Jesus. Her heart is to impart His huge heart of love. Her life message is that all fruitfulness flows out of intimacy with Him.