Release the sound

It was such an honor to be able to worship in Turkey and be apart of this 100 hours of prayer and worship. God is about to explode here and it was such a treat to help unlock some doors in the spirit. We led a three hour set as well as a two hour set. Both sets flew by. For me personally, I was able to step out of my comfort zone and truly freely worship. I was so excited to worship with everyone and I had such anticipation for our sets. I usually don't lead, but the Lord really stirred me up to release the sound in me. I felt such a grace and empowerment to sing out spontaneously and be bold with it. I definitely felt a new release inside although I can't fully put words to it. I do know that I am very encouraged to let my song come out more often and with more zeal and passion. The power of our voice is something the Lord is really showing me.

As we released what is inside of us it was such a powerful thing to receive what is inside of all these laid down lovers who are committed to this country. We had several great prayer times of receiving the Turkish blessing, if you will:) If it wasn't through the prayer it was through the stunning beauty everywhere! There were gorgeous mountains, the beautiful green/blue clear Mediteranean sea that we got to swim and snorkel in, waterfalls, and hikes to ancient ruins everywhere. Most of all we were incredibly blessed by the Turkish people and there hospitality.

 I can't express all the emotions and the inner gratitude I have felt being here. There was so much done in the Spirit that I can't put words to.  I have enjoyed this time and how much of a dream come true it has been to travel with some of my favorite people ever! I pray that this is just be the beginning. I can't even wait to see what all unfolds in the near future. It was such an honor to partner with hungry laid-down lovers who have given up everything to see God move and come and encounter his Turkish bride.

  As we hiked up to these eternal flames that have been burning for more than a thousand years, I realized the spiritual flames that have been burning in this rich land for two thousand years. We roasted marshmallows and hotdogs over the eternal flames that can't be found anywhere else in the world. I am believing this is a prophet sign of the nations that will come to Turkey to feast and be warmed by the supernatural flames of the Spirit. The seven churches of Revelations were all in Turkey, every one of Paul's mission journeys went through Turkey, 70% of the New Testament was written to or from this land. There are 70 million people in this country yet maybe 1,500 believers. It was so powerful and encouraging to stand inside of these 1,500-2,000 year old churches still standing on the hillsides and praise the Lord and say, " We are still here, Lord. We haven't forgotten you" and contend for restoration in this land. This land is so ready for a fresh outpouring!

You have probably heard of the earthquake that has hit eastern Turkey the day after I got home. It is so sad to hear this, but I am praying that a wave of His love comes and causes a nation-wide unveiling of the power of His love. I pray that this stirs them deep within to cling to Jesus the true prophet and release the powerful rich song from deep within.

Thanks again for your prayers during this time. Love you all!

A meal our Turkish family cooked for us one of our first nights

My beautiful mother and I in front of the waterfalls in the middle of the city

Traditional Turkish women cooking for us... so hospitable!

Eating some deliciousness that the neighbors spent hours making for us (fresh bread, cheese and parsley)

Worshipping and dancing over the city of Antalya- we had a view of the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea from the "Burn"

Worshipping in a 1500 year old church

The port that Paul sailed into 

Kelsi and I by an ancient well on one of our hikes

eating the fresh "doner" or the chicken/beef/or lamb wraps with fresh pita bread and veggies

Me with the the eternal flames ( tongues of fire) over my head....may it be prophetic of what's to come :)

Our Walla Walla team

Some of the 1500 year old ruins

Roasting mallows and hotdogs over the eternal flames that have been burning over 1,000 years

My friend Anabel who lives with the missionary family we stayed with. She teaches their kids.

One of our worship sets at the "Burn"- the 100 hours of prayer and worship

The original gate to the old city of Antalya that Paul walked through