Africa-Press – Eswatini. Whilst most of the world marked Good Friday with solemn reflections and sacred rituals, Jesus Calls Worship Centre (JCWC) turned Matsapha into a spiritual furnace, glowing with divine fire and fervent praise.
The church, nestled in the heart of Eswatini’s industrial hub, became a spiritual oasis as it hosted the annual Gathering of Nations Easter Conference, an event that not only reignited faith but redefined what it meant to experience the cross.
Running from April 15 to April 20, 2025, under the banner “Manifesting Superior Results Through The Cross,” the conference was more than a religious gathering; it was a deep, soul-stirring encounter. Thousands poured into JCWC’s grounds, with a hunger for truth, healing, and transformation. And the Holy Spirit did not disappoint.
Ministering on the Good Friday service was Apostle Joseph Sithole, a man whose presence commands not just attention but introspection. With a voice that thundered with the authority of heaven and a message steeped in scriptural precision, he unravelled the mystery of John 11, the story of Lazarus and used it as a mirror for the modern believer.
“Martha and Mary sent a word to Jesus that Lazarus is sick,” Apostle Sithole began. “You, too, must send a word to Jesus about your situation. Do not unpray your prayers. God is about to answer!”
Apostle Sithole emphasised that prayer must be accompanied by faith that holds firm even when results seem delayed.
Using the resurrection of Lazarus as a metaphor for dead dreams, broken families, stagnated businesses, and shattered hopes, he boldly declared that the power of Jesus still raises the dead.
“Even if the situation is hard, God is there to bypass that word and do more. You prayed for little, but He is going to give you more,” he declared. His words were not the kind that merely tickled the ear, they pierced the soul. “I am saying He is going to give you superior results. More than what you expected,” he repeated, ushering in a moment of prophetic intensity that lingered long after the final amen.
One of the most stirring declarations came when Apostle Sithole shared a divine revelation: “God has told me that Jesus Calls Worship Centre is going to be a well for spiritual gifts.” He encouraged the saints to cultivate unwavering faith, pointing out that Lazarus was not just resurrected; he was a divine tool for a greater revelation. “I want you to understand that God was using Lazarus to do something greater,” Apostle Sithole affirmed. His words painted a picture of a God not limited by human expectations, a God who specialises in the impossible.
Apostle Joseph Sithole’s spiritual pedigree and global reach give weight to his message. A third-generation preacher, he has not only inherited a legacy but built upon it with remarkable impact. From lecturing at the Full Gospel Bible College to launching Bethsaida Word Churches in South Africa, his ministry has grown roots deep into the soil of sound doctrine and branches that stretch across continents.
Having ministered in the United States, the Middle East, and the Caribbean, Apostle Sithole’s message has echoed in boardrooms, prayer rooms, and disaster zones alike. Through his Open Hearts Open Hands Foundation, he’s brought tangible hope to victims of natural disasters, making it clear that faith is not only spoken but shown.
The atmosphere throughout the conference was electric. Worship sessions led by JCWC’s dynamic choir filled the air with melodies that soared beyond the tent’s rafters. From the thunderous foot-stomping praise to the soft, tearful ballads of surrender, every song was a sermon.
The service was not just a celebration of Good Friday, but a revival, a reawakening, and a renewal of faith rooted in the unshakable power of the cross.
Testimonies flowed like rivers. From healing to financial breakthroughs, from broken relationships restored to fresh calling discovered, attendees spoke of lives permanently altered. Youth groups, women’s fellowships, men’s ministries, and visiting churches from across Eswatini and Southern Africa all converged in one voice, one faith, one accord: to witness God manifesting superior results through the cross.
“Give him the living baby”: Rev Sangweni
Reverend Jerome Sangweni drew his message from 1 Kings 3:16, the timeless tale of two women, one living baby, and the divine wisdom of King Solomon.
Bishop Robert Kasaro welcoming Apostle Joseph Sithole to the pulpit
Under the bold and evocative theme “Give Him the Living Baby,” the sermon captured the attention and hearts of congregants, offering both a spiritual mirror and a moral compass for anyone who has ever had to fight for what is rightfully theirs. In 1 Kings 3:16-28, two prostitutes come before King Solomon with a heartbreaking dispute.
Each claimed to be the mother of a single surviving infant, after one of the babies tragically died during the night. With no witnesses and no evidence, Solomon proposes a shocking solution: to divide the living baby in two and give each woman half. But one of the women, the true mother, cries out in anguish, begging the king to give the child to the other woman instead. Her love speaks louder than her words. Solomon immediately discerns the truth and rewards her custody of the child. Her willingness to let go to save the life of the child revealed her identity as the real mother.
Reverend Sangweni used this story not just as an ancient narrative but as a prophetic lens for today’s believers. “That is how you get superior results,” he declared, echoing the spiritual momentum from the ongoing conference theme centred around divine outcomes. “The real mother didn’t need to fight with words. Her heart spoke. Her sacrifice exposed the truth.”
In his characteristic gentle yet authoritative tone, Reverend Sangweni expressed his admiration for the resilience of the woman who gave up her right to protect the child’s life. “I love her strength. I love her ability to endure heartbreak for the sake of truth,” he said. “She knew the child was hers, but she also knew the child had to live. And in doing that, she taught us something about godly love, about real ownership, and about enduring for the sake of destiny.”
Sangweni drew parallels between the mother’s choice and the spiritual maturity believers must cultivate today. “Sometimes proving something is yours is not in how loud you shout but in how selflessly you act,” he said. “If it’s truly yours, you don’t mind waiting. You don’t mind releasing it temporarily, because truth always finds its way back.”
Reverend Sangweni switched gears and shared a parable that left the room in quiet reflection: “If you are sure that the child is yours, nothing will stop you,” he said. “Even if they threaten to cut it in half. Even if the other woman is louder. Even if the king looks like he’s leaning the wrong way. If you are the rightful parent, you’ll trust that your truth will survive the test.”
It was a message that resonated far beyond the biblical story. To mothers and fathers struggling to keep families together, to entrepreneurs fighting for their dreams, to believers wrestling with callings yet unfulfilled, the message was clear: If it’s yours, God will vindicate you.
His words were less of a rebuke and more of a reminder that sometimes the strongest thing you can do is let go, not in surrender, but in trust. “The real mother walked away without the baby but walked away with peace. And in that peace, the king found the truth,” Sangweni said.
Dr Francis Myles preaches hope through the parable of Lazarus, the Rich Man
Renowned preacher and bestselling author Dr Francis Myles delivered a powerful sermon grounded in the Gospel of Luke 16:19-31, urging believers to hold on to hope even in the most difficult of life’s seasons.
Dr Francis Myles ministering on Good Friday at JCWC
Dr. Myles used the parable of the rich man and Lazarus to emphasize that earthly suffering does not determine divine destiny. In the story, Jesus speaks of a rich man who lived in extravagant luxury, adorned in purple and fine linen, feasting sumptuously each day. At the same time, a poor man named Lazarus lay at his gate, covered in sores and longing for mere crumbs from the rich man’s table.
Dr. Myles pointed out that Lazarus, despite being favoured by God, lived a life of visible lack. “Lazarus was supposed to be living well,” he said, “yet he was eating scraps.” He stressed that this paradox reflects many people’s lives today, those born with divine favour but enduring earthly struggles.
However, the preacher didn’t leave the crowd in despair. In his signature passionate style, Dr. Myles declared, “The Lord is about to shape your story!” He assured the congregation that God specializes in reversing misfortunes and elevating the downtrodden. “You may be born poor,” he proclaimed, “but you won’t die poor.”
He encouraged the audience to trust in God’s timing and power to “turn the tables,” emphasizing that divine favour will eventually manifest in tangible ways. Dr. Francis Myles is not only a celebrated preacher but also a bestselling author of 12 books, known for his deep spiritual insights and ability to make Scripture come alive.
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