Called To Be Extra-Ordinary

Praise be to God! What a privilege it is to be in His house, surrounded by so many wonderful faces, all gathered here with hearts full of expectation for the great things God is about to do.

Today, we stand on the leadership level—not the nursery level. We are called to lead, to grow, and to embrace the responsibilities of leadership. Hallelujah! Praise God for this incredible opportunity.

I am deeply grateful for this powerful conference and for the vision of Dr. George and his wonderful family. I also want to honor Reverend Dr. Mazid, who has been like a spiritual father to me, and his wife, Pastor Beverly. Their divine connection led me to this conference, and I truly thank God for their role in my journey. Interestingly, though Dr. George and I share the same hometown and village, it was through Dr. Mazid that I came to know him. What a testament to God’s divine orchestration!

Greetings to you all on behalf of my family back in Hyderabad—my wife, children, and our missionary community. It’s such a joyful occasion to gather together in the house of God for fellowship. I feel deeply privileged to be here and especially blessed to see my dear friends from Africa. I’ve been fortunate to visit Africa several times, ministering in over seven countries and participating in various conferences. Similarly, I’ve had the opportunity to come to the United States more than 25 times to minister in different places. This is my second time attending the Power Conference, and I must say, I am truly blessed—hallelujah!

I’m also thrilled to see some familiar faces joining us here today, including friends from Hyderabad, Kerala, and beyond. It’s a joy to be united in this gathering. Looking ahead, I have faith that this conference will grow beyond our current numbers of 200 or 250 attendees. I believe the time is coming when thousands will gather here in New Jersey for the Power Conference. Do you believe that? Amen!

Let’s take a moment to stand together. While physical exercise is important, spiritual exercise is even more vital. Right now, we stand not only in unity but to declare a powerful truth: we are called to be extraordinary. How many of you believe that? Say it with me: “I am called to be extraordinary!” Hallelujah! Praise God!

ITeaching and preaching to pastors can be a challenging task. Yet, we remain humble and open, ready to be led by the Holy Spirit. I know I am called to be extraordinary—how many of you can say the same? I am a person of purpose, chosen for a divine mission in this generation. Whether man or woman, each of us carries a God-given mandate to make an impact.

Heavenly Father, I lift up these leaders into Your mighty hands. I pray that the power of the Almighty will move in their lives as never before. Lord, make them influential and impactful in Your kingdom. Let them touch others as You touch them, creating a ripple of transformation. May they build communities that transform cities and nations, carrying the power and anointing of Your kingdom wherever they go.

Father, I declare that they will never be the same again. Thank You, Jesus, for ordaining, delegating, positioning, and empowering us to fulfill Your great work. We are grateful for Your blessings and for hearing our prayers. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.

I want to share some thoughts on the theme, "We are called to be extraordinary."

Many years ago, in Dublin, Ireland, two young men were having a conversation about God. One of them, named Henry Varley, made a profound and historic statement. He said to his friend, "The world has yet to see what God can do with a man fully consecrated to Him." Those words left a deep and lasting impression on his friend.

That young man took the statement to heart and turned to God in prayer. He said, "Lord, I want to be that person—fully dedicated to You. Let the world witness what You can accomplish through someone who is entirely Yours." Determined to live out this commitment, he returned to his room, knelt before God, and prayed earnestly. For months, he poured out his heart, crying out, "Lord, make me that person. Use me to influence the world with Your power."

History tells us that God heard those prayers. Over time, this young man became a mighty instrument in God’s hands. His ministry gave rise to thousands of other ministers, and God used him to ignite a spiritual awakening across two continents. That young man was none other than Reverend D.L. Moody.

Reverend Moody’s life became a testament to what God can do through someone who is wholly dedicated to Him. He passed away on December 22, 1899, but his legacy lives on as a powerful example of how dedication and faith can shape the world. Moody’s life was proof that when we fully surrender to God’s purpose, extraordinary things can happen.