David Hathaway

Ministry of David Hathaway

Preaching the Power of Faith in Jesus Christ. We‘ve got to be changed. Transformed, by the Fire and the Power of the Holy Spirit! God has raised YOU up to heal the sick, work miracles and preach the Gospel - and He sent the Holy Spirit to do this through you! Through these podcasts I want to pass on to you what I‘ve seen and learnt through more than 75 years in ministry! Updated daily.

  1. 1 day ago

    The Hard Way: Lessons from Mark 10.23-45 (Part 1)

    In this three-part series, David is reflecting on Mark 10. In verse 23, Jesus looked at his disciples and made a comment: “How hard it is for those who have riches to enter into the kingdom of God!” The disciples were so astonished, so surprised, that Jesus repeats the statement. They then ask, “How can anybody get saved?” Jesus gives a straight answer: “For men it's impossible, but not with God. For with God, all things are possible.” Salvation is free, but Jesus is teaching that the way into the kingdom is not broad and easy; there's a price to pay. The Impossibility of Self-Salvation (Mark 10:23–27) In Mark 10, Jesus challenges worldly assumptions about security and status by declaring how difficult it is for the wealthy to enter the Kingdom of God. When the disciples express shock, He clarifies that the issue lies in trusting in riches rather than God. To illustrate this, Jesus references the "eye of the needle" – alluding to the narrow wicket gate in ancient city walls. A pack camel could not navigate this gate until its heavy cargo was entirely removed, and even then, passage required great effort. In the same way, entering the Kingdom requires shedding self-reliance, material pride, and personal status. When the disciples ask who then can be saved, Jesus offers an uncompromising reality: human salvation is fundamentally impossible through human effort. It can only be accomplished by God. The Cost and the Promise (Mark 10:28–31) When Peter points out that the disciples abandoned their livelihoods and families to follow Him, Jesus does not dismiss their sacrifice. Instead, He promises a hundredfold return in this present life – restored community, provision, and spiritual family – culminating in eternal life. Crucially, Christ notes that these blessings will be accompanied by persecutions. Divine reward does not exempt the believer from suffering; rather, sacrifice and reward remain deeply intertwined. The Mystery of Judas (Mark 10:32–34) En route to Jerusalem, Jesus pulled the Twelve aside to detail His impending betrayal, condemnation, and execution. Remarkably, Judas Iscariot was among this intimate circle. Christ knew Judas’s heart from the beginning, yet He washed his feet, commissioned him for ministry, and allowed him to witness and perform miracles. The inclusion of Judas serves as a sobering reminder that proximity to divine power and active involvement in ministry are not substitutes for true heart fidelity. Watch the YouTube version https://youtu.be/ov5gJoK5K6M  For more information on the Ministry of David Hathaway https://www.eurovision.org.uk

  2. 3 days ago

    Faith in Action | September News Update

    Thank-you to you, our supporters, who so generously gave towards the costs of SOZO, the All-Central-Asia Youth Conference held in August in Kyrgyzstan. Without you, we could not have done it. Only much prayer brought in the final finance to pay for it. I sensed so strongly, I HAD to be there! We have a busy September planned. By the time you hear this, I shall have been in Poland – for evangelism in a 5,000-seat stadium in Wroclaw (there will be a full report in my next newsletter) – and away in Norway for a week of prayer and ministry. Although my main ministry has always been the former Soviet Union, Russia, Ukraine and now Central Asia, it does include Europe! Delivering Relief, Restoring Hope, and Uniting in Prayer: Millions in Ukraine are facing ongoing displacement, trauma, and hardship. We partner with trusted local church networks on the ground to deliver emergency food, heating aid, and provide vital pastoral care. Your gift of any amount enables us to help those in need. Will you partner with us today?  For more information on the Ministry of David Hathaway https://www.eurovision.org.uk To make a donation to support David's ministry and vision: https://www.eurovision.org.uk/donation  Timestamped Transcript 0:00 – 0:17 | Introduction to Faith in Action and announcement of the song Our Nation by Vinesong. 0:17 – 1:04 | Music track: Our Nation (Fire of Revival). 1:05 – 1:34 | Opening thanks to supporters regarding the SOZO Central Asia Youth Conference in Kyrgyzstan. 1:35 – 2:10 | Context on attendance numbers, border vetting, and security clearance. 2:11 – 3:00 | Arrival, pastorship address, and observations on regional spiritual pressure. 3:01 – 4:05 | Special unscheduled leadership meeting and ministry address to the youth. 4:06 – 4:38 | Upcoming itinerary: Wrocław (Poland) and Norway. 4:39 – 5:48 | Tübingen awakening conference, ministry history with Eurovision conferences (1988–1992), fall of the Iron Curtain, and Eastern European broadcasts. 5:49 – 6:15 | Annual prayer retreat in Austria. 6:16 – 6:40 | Ministry update: Ukraine relief efforts and plea for support. 6:41 – 7:06 | Invitation for partnership and standing order contributions. 7:07 – 7:51 | Scripture reading: Colossians 1:3–10. 7:52 – 8:08 | Donation instructions: eurovision.org.uk/donation. 8:09 – 8:56 | Website resources, books, and closing ministry info.

    Faith in Action | September News Update

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Preaching the Power of Faith in Jesus Christ. We‘ve got to be changed. Transformed, by the Fire and the Power of the Holy Spirit! God has raised YOU up to heal the sick, work miracles and preach the Gospel - and He sent the Holy Spirit to do this through you! Through these podcasts I want to pass on to you what I‘ve seen and learnt through more than 75 years in ministry! Updated daily.