On a rain-soaked night in the heart of Times Square, New York City became the stage for a powerful move of God.
In a bold display of faith, hundreds gathered as the Gospel of Jesus Christ was preached by Ross Johnston in the open air, igniting worship, repentance and transformation.
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From the first call, expectancy swept through the crowd. Despite the weather, worship filled the streets. People lifted their hands in surrender as Johnston declared the name of Jesus and invited onlookers to celebrate His saving power. “You already look like a crazy Christian,” he joked, “so you might as well go all the way in!”
It wasn’t just about a moment of excitement. This was a call to war in the spirit. Johnston led the crowd in intercession for New York City, pleading the blood of Jesus and declaring victory over strongholds. “We bind you in the name of Jesus Christ,” he shouted. “New York City belongs to God!”
Johnston’s message was urgent: there is no salvation outside of Jesus Christ. “I’ve never seen anybody get healed in the name of Muhammad,” he said. “I’ve never seen a crystal take cancer out of someone’s body. But I’ve seen drug addicts delivered, I’ve seen prostitutes saved and I’ve seen people rise out of wheelchairs in the name of Jesus!”
This event, however, didn’t come without spiritual warfare prior to its start. Johnston and the team, including prophetic voice Katie Souza, encountered a woman who appeared to be under demonic influence, possibly involved in witchcraft. As she approached their circle, Johnston immediately sensed the need to address the situation. With boldness, they calmly approached her and asked her to back away. Within minutes, after they prayed and called on the name of Jesus, the woman’s presence was no longer felt.
This powerful demonstration of spiritual authority highlighted the effectiveness of prayer, worship and the presence of the Holy Spirit in overcoming darkness.
“Join with us as we pray for the unsaved, to see miracles signs and wonders, deliverances [and] healings,” says Souza.
To those wondering why someone would preach in the rain and deal with spiritual warfare, Johnston’s answer was simple: “Because the same God that met me is about to meet you.” With passion and conviction, he invited all who had never surrendered their lives to Jesus to do so publicly, reminding them of Jesus’ words: “If you confess Me before men, I will confess you before My Father.”
Hands shot up all across the crowd—young and old, locals and passersby. The sound of worship swelled once again as people made decisions for Christ, some for the very first time.
As the night ended, Johnston offered an invitation to get connected and help fuel the movement, encouraging financial support and prayer. “Awakening is here,” he declared. “And the time for revival is now.”
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What started as a rainy night turned into a divine appointment for many. In the middle of America’s busiest city, the name of Jesus was lifted high—and lives were changed forever.
Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
