Watch the FULL interview here: th-cam.com/video/HkqQKh30ijs/w-d-xo.html Correction: At 1:05, the English subtitles should have read: “But of course it depends on the Holy Spirit."
YES! Japan is the secret weapon of the LORD Christ! I know this, because as a son of God I feel this UNBEARABLE LOVE for these people!! God loves them so much that it hurts my soul!! His love is incredible for them. Please Japanese pastors, do not forget this, do not forget it!!
I'm facing the same problem. Grew up from a devout Buddhist family, I just became Christian recently and I have to hide the fact that I'm attending church every Sunday. Now our traditional holiday is coming and I don't want to participate in ancestor worship anymore. I always pray the Lord to give me a chance to spread the Gospels to my family.
God understands. There is a story in Old Testament of a foreign soldier that has lepersy and goes to Samuel for healing and is healed and he swears to serve God, but asks to be forgiven when he has to bend his knee (to a idol) when in service to his king. Pray for guidance and Jesus will provide 🙏. Maybe God saved you for just such a moment. You have no idea the things He can accomplish through your willing heart ❤😊
Hey friend, I was going through the exact same problem as you. Growing up Vietnamese, ancestor worship was a given, you couldn't question it. But when I told my dad that my faith in Jesus meant I couldn't honour our ancestors through worshiping them, he lost it. It was hard friend. I cannot sugarcoat it or make it sound less as bad than it actually was. Staying faithful to Jesus while being persecuted for not worshiping ancestors during those death anniversaries (I'm assuming you're referring to these) were major painful trials. And yet, through the sheer power of the Holy Spirit, my dad has accepted my faith (though he doesn't like it) and no longer makes me participate in ancestor worship. I learned many things through that hardship, but I pray though, that it may not be so hard for you, and that your family's hearts would be softened towards Jesus. May the Lord encourage you and enable you to be faithful to Him as He is to you, and that when you are faced with the opportunity to confess Jesus in front of your family, may the Lord fill you with His peace as His Spirit speaks through you (Matthew 10:19-20). You may be wrestling with the thought of having to be open about your faith in Jesus with your family and not worshiping ancestors. God will help you through. He is patient. He is kind, and He will transform you. God bless you richly. May He save your family.
@@LopoRoro-nf8wv Amen. It's been a journey no doubt. We both had some "baggage" to Check. But you are correct, Prayer, Fasting and some deliverance is what will turn this around.
I spent 6 months in Japan last year, preaching the gospel. He is absolutely correct about the air "feeling heavier" in Japan. That's exactly how I felt, spiritually. But I also believe, just like him, that the Japanese have a unique (the Japanese) way of being Christian. I have no doubt some of the most devout believers will, in the end and today, come from Japan - precisely because of the challenges that they meet - daily. You only truly grow outside your own comfort zone. "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding." Proverbs 3:5, KJV
As a Christian who is married to a Japanese woman who is the only Christian in her family and as someone who has spent a significant amount of time in Japan, I can 100% confirm what this guy is saying about the air in Japan being heavier and having a real spiritual influence on you when you're there. It's like you start forgetting about God while you're there... it's like, spiritual amnesia. It's difficult to even be a Christian tourist and visitor to Japan and not feel your faith is somehow... diminished while you're there... It's very subtle. It's not openly demonic (although you recognize that's what it is...), but it's still a very real kind of oppression. I pray for revival to come to Japan and especially to my wife's family.
I don't mean to be crass, but I have to ask, just out of curiosity. I visited Japan for about five days. We went from Tokyo airport to Hirosaki and then back to Tokyo for a day or two. But he whole time I was there, this strange smell was absolutely everywhere. On the streets, at the airport, in the homes, in Hirosaki, in the Tokyo castle... really, everywhere. Was it seaweed, or was it green tea and ginger... I really cannot tell. Does anybody else notice this? Anyway... as a christian, I at least saw a church both in Hirosaki, and in Tokyo as well, and I took note of them. They were not very big, but you could find them. They were relatively new, but the design was very simple.. almost dull. But not really. Just simple, but you could recognize the cross in their design.
Have yet to travel there but I have heard a lot about the accepted racism there. The entire culture is essentially racist, framed as being cultural or national. I could see that not being very inviting to the Holy Spirit.
@@AWAW-z8r Depends on what you mean by racism. In general, I must say I deeply deeply disagree with that statement. I've seen more racism in Ukraine, which is where I'm from, and Ukraine is not a racist country by any means either.
Christianity needs a huge revival everywhere not just in Japan, America. But in Japan through this one TH-camr's channel I found that there's this village in Japan that worships demons
Nothing is impossible if you believe. 2 Corinthians 10:4 King James Version Luke 10:19 KJ21 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you. 4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) Ephesians 6:12 King James Version 12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Luke 10:17 KJ21 And the seventy returned again with joy, saying, “Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through Thy name.
Have yet to travel there but I have heard a lot about the accepted racism there. The entire culture is essentially racist, framed as being cultural or national. I could see that not being very inviting to the Holy Spirit.
God will do a work in Japan. Organic Followers of Jesus shall be raised up. Praying for the Nation of Japan and for Sound doctrine to be preached. God bless you man of God. From South Africa 🇿🇦 to 🇯🇵 神様の祝福がありますように
In southern Africa where I live ancestral worship and witchcraft is also a very deep stronghold. But God is on the move ... I pray that God will divide the light and the darkness. Bless the people of Japan.
I'm in South Africa, lived in joburg due to work relocated to Kzn, Durban. The atmosphere is heavy. The first night I got there, I promise you that prayer was going nowhere. Idol worship is rife in this town. Unbelievers are fervent in worshipping their idols. The church is very lukewarm. I am praying for the city. But the attack is real, I tell you.
@@rethabilemofokeng7846 Really? To me it sounds like you are adjusting to a new environment. Have you been to ALL the churches in Durban and around KZN to prove that the church is "lukewarm" there? You may just be lonely/homesick and trying to adjust to a new environment especially if it's your first experience living far away from your usual environment. There are many good churches in Durban and in the outskirts of the city, go out there and find yourself a good church to fellowship and make friends. You'll feel better in no time. Btw I'm a South African currently living in Japan so I know what I'm talking about- loneliness and adjusting to a new environment is difficult to deal with but you just need to put yourself out there and find your people.
....I completely agree with what this gentleman is saying, I am married to a Japanese citizen 6yrs ago and 1yrs later I become a born again christian... ...this, has brough to our relationship many hardships in our walk together as a couple... ...my wife, even though, I need to confess I am not the most "bright or smart" christian out there but still , she get frustrated any time I try to share with her about Christ,... its extremely painful to see the resistance and love for the culture in Japan and its rituals but the sinful nature we all hold in our hearts... ...before I was married, allways had a very deep attraction to Japan and its culture, movies, anime, food and so on.... since I grown up and have the chance to visit family, make friends and become born again christian I can perfectly see the pressure satan has on Japan throughout the culture, religion and tradition very deep in to japanesse day to day life... ...also I had the chance to see many "light gospel churches" and not deep biblical base ones, that also, is part of satans plan to mislead the ones who can or could be saved on a not deep understanding of Gods word and the Gospel good news... ...I hurt with Japan's people, only the Truth of Christ will set the world free of satans grasp... All Glory be to God and God alone !! come Lord Jesus! Lord, I pray for Japan and its peoples, bring them to your Son's feet,let them come and bow down to you and accept the free gift of Salvation that Jesus Christ paid fully in the cross, let me and others be a light for them, be a useful tool for You and your work in Japan Father, let your salvation rain down in Japan and safe as many as you decide, becouse you know all Father, bless the pastor in this video, bless the people behind this ytb video and cleanse them and open their eyes and make them to seek your face, in Truth and bring them continuously to deeper understanding and lead them to others so they may share the Light and the Truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in Japan I ask and pray, all this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, the only savior of the world,our God Amen. All Glory to God and God alone.
Amen. As a fellow Christian (Japanese), I truly empathize with you. I feel your pain. As the only Christian in my family, I have been praying for their salvation for 25 years. There are cultural, psychological and spiritual barriers for them to come to know Christ. So I can relate to your difficult situation. In the midst of these challenges, I see that under His providence, you are sharing the same burden (the cross) with us, Japanese Christians. In this sense, you are a missionary to us. You suffer and pray with us. We thank you for who you are in Christ and pray that His saving grace would touch your family. Amen.
@@yastoyencasa what country are you from or ethnicity are you? I'm curious what's nationality a Japanese woman would marry that could come from a Christian culture? South America or Korea maybe. May your wife come to faith if God wills it
Lived in Japan for just about 3 years. Was in a household that had a Butsudan. I SPOKE TO THIS PROBLEM LIKE JESUS SPOKE TO THE FIG TREE. Not long after that that Butsudan was removed.Mat 21: v21. Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this [which is done] to the fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; it shall be done.
I talked with someone korean their parents became Christian so they became Christian too. They mentioned how their parents decided no more ancestory worship. Very interesting
I pray for our Christian brethren in Japan to be strengthened and covered in the blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to walk in the mighty authority in the name of Jesus Christ. As a Korean Christian in my 60s, I had a similar experience growing up with in a culture of ancestor worship and strong Buddhism. I had to make a stand not do the ancestor worship while others who are not Christians were bowing down. Although difficult at first, once you make your stand, the pressure to conform diminish with time until they are gone all together. I declare freedom for our Christian brethren in Japan to stand firm in Christ! Amen.
He is spot on about an "atmosphere" to places - there are places in the US where you can feel the oppression as you fly or drive in. Dr. Michael Heiser taught that there is a geopolitical aspect to spiritual warfare - that certain places are the earthly dominion of spiritual forces (small "g" gods, if you will,) and part of the mission of the Gospel is to go in and preach freedom in those places - letting the people that live there know that they are no longer subject to those spiritual forces and are free to connect with the creator, capital "G" God.
Agree 💯 One very holy elder Efrem from Arizona who has been in many places in US said that whenever he was coming to NY city he felt greaydemonic powers in the air. I felt that too. It was very difficult spirituality there. Thank God i left
Ive experienced that oppressive atmosphere when I took a connective flight through Thailand.. the atmosphere was so heavy spiritually ... when I returned to Australia it felt like and open Heaven.. That was 15 years ago... Now Australian feels the same oppression as Thailand did 15 years ago.. The spiritual war is real and its intensifying
I was in Pattaya for work and man I tell you, some crazy shit is going on there. The amount of people that tried touching me lustfully, I had to remove their hands from my arms or shoulders. It was eye opening.
Wow…..THAT is an interesting comment. You’re making me reflect back on my travels thru Thailand, Indonesia, North Africa and some Arab countries. No one speaks of these impressions - it’s certainly the value of travel, in my opinion. Thank you!
@ your words are so true.. as bad as it is getting over here in Australia it has been much worse in other places for a long time.. Things are definitely coming to a head all over the world.. Lovely to hear of you heart for Australia.. I hope you get your dream one day... when we were kids we use to play "wild west" over here.. We all thought America was the most amazing place...
I got saved in 1992, while in the military . I entered through an on the job training program they were trying in the branch I was apart of. So I was at my temporary duty station after boot camp then I went to my schooling. Right after my schooling I was assigned and stationed in Okinawa, Japan . It was like my olive press and wilderness period (nothing bad about the country), as the Pastor explained the principalities and spiritual warfare due to cultural beliefs and worship create a difficult atmosphere for Christian Believers who are sold out for Christ. I pray for Japan and that I get an opportunity to go back and visit this Pastor. I’ve grown as a Christian because of Japan and what I experienced and I hope and pray revival breakouts in Japan.
3:20 "When Japanese people go abroad to study, they often come back as Christians." This happened to me but in reverse. I went from America to Japan to study and came back as a Christian.✝
Wow that is very rare but I believe the way we live Christian life here is not religiously rather real way of LOVE is actually our culture will accept here.
@@OosterwijkMichiyo Yeah, that's true among most Japanese Christians. But I went to a Catholic university called Nanzan University. The ceremonial religious observance and asceticism was more emphasized there.
I've seen a similar dynamic with gaijin in Japan. Once you see the spiritual darkness there you start to think more deeply about what you believe and what life is about. I saw several gaijin start to really study the Bible and attend church. They were forced to think through some hard things while they were in Japan which was really awesome.
the same happened to me. Im from Ukraine, moved here to live with my Japanese husband, it really hits you differently when you realize people arent even remotely "culturally" Christian like some European countries, and then when you see them worshipping a wooden thing thats they themselves call a cow demon, and that thing is carried through town and is at almost every government office, post, market, small shop - it REALLY makes you think how the world was before Christ came!!!
The Holy Spirit is working in Japan. Even though it may seem like the air is heavy and things are hopeless. Keep preaching, keep sharing and don't give up! 🙏
I have to say I've had the opposite experience of most people. I came to Japan in early 2022 with my wife and two small children and have been living in a remote region in Hokkaido ever since. Long story short, we were guided here spiritually. We had no former attachment or relation to this place. I have no job here. After arriving we found a spiritual community through some contacts we made here. It's not a church or something Christian in an external sense, but deeply esoteric. The spiritual experiences of both myself and my wife have been so profound and I'm actually very surprised when reading all the other comments! The air is not heavy here where we are. It is a remarkable place. Last year I bought my first Bible ever and have been studying it on my own. I have never owned or even thought about owning a Bible in my 40+ years of existence and now I've been in deep study of Luke's and John's Gospel. Just this past year my wife started saying the Lord's Prayer every night with our little boys, and last week they start reciting it on their own before bed, and we do it together as a family every night! They are so happy here, and our 6 year old is very curious about God. 😅 We aren't the only ones. We know other families here, one with a remarkable now-9 year old daughter who when she was 2 or 3 would speak to God. I had never previously been a Christian. Neither were my parents. My previous life was with the military and the RCMP (federal police) in Canada. Most outsiders don't realize this but Canada has been leading the way in suppression of everything Christianity. Almost 40 churches have been burned across the country in the last few years and there was literally a book burning last year, mostly unknown outside of Canada.
Not saying this to criticize, but have you accepted Christ as the Lord of your life? It's not just saying the Lord's prayer at night. That's great to see God working on your heart and life and I will be praying He continues to do so, for you and your family
I have been led to pray for the Japanese to receive Jesus. I believe if the Japanese got saved, they would be a "Power House" in God's Kingdom!!! Thank you Pastor! Thank you for your commitment and dedication to Jesus!
I dreamt of a portal and heard Voices coming out and a being that was next to me told me the souls from Japan are crying out. I can walk through it the dark hole. I refused because I felt unsure. So ever since I have been praying for the souls in Japan to have an encounter with the Holy Spirit and for nation to return back to The Almighty and let go of traditions. There are warfare for their souls and are trapped so I issue a command for them to be released in the mighty name of Yahusha. The Biggest Revivals are coming to the nations that don't know Christ. Christ conscious will arise .A The great war in the heavens and on earth . Time to suit up in prayer. Ephesians 6: 10- 18 Blessings to you all.
Omg I have chills. I typed out almost this exact sentiment only seconds before I read what you said. This is the confirmation I needed. I'm ugly crying so hard right now.
@@Jojopie we are all one and we can sense. We are here in this timeline to suit up in the spirit. I am from South Africa and taken in the astral realm to see a Portal with souls crying out. The greatest revival for souls is coming to Nations we least expect. I got this video on my feed ,I was shocked, I needed to share so it was for you and the rest to hear from the spiritual realm. Burak to you. Continue being a light .
Fr. Maximilian Kolbe a Franciscan father from Poland had a strong spiritual calling to start w mission in Japan. He traveled and set up Niepokalanow in Nagasaki which survived the bombings. He died in a concentration camp voluntarily for another prisoner an is known for his Christian media works well as for being a missionary. Praise God.
I know exactly what he means when he mentions there being a feeling in the air. I've been to England, Nigeria & America and I live in Canada and the atmosphere is very different. You feel it in your spirit
@@OluAdegbulugbe Nigeria's the most powerful and I felt a deep connection to the land. I felt like the ground was telling "Welcome home my son."(My first time going to Nigeria in my life back in 2018) as the plane was getting closer to to the ground. That could also be because I am of royal blood. My grandmother was the princess of Sagamu in Nigeria and lots of rituals are done in traditional Yoruba culture. Judging by your name I trust you understand. America definitely also had some sort of spiritual atmosphere you could sense. I'm not sure if it was good or bad but it definitely had a comforting feel to it England might actually have been the most comforting. There's genuinely just good energy there and great vibes. The people are mostly nice. Canada has the weakest atmosphere but also has the least people. But Canada's feels good. I also live in Canada I hope this helepd!
I think living as a Christian is difficult in any culture. Of course, some have it much worse though. Jesus told us there shall be tribulations. Governments hate us, other false religions hate us. Let's remember to pray for each other, all over the world.
Hello i am from South Africa 🇿🇦 and im Christian ✝️, my heart breaks for the millions in Japan who dont know Christ, let us continue to pray and never lose hope. The love of God can touch the furthest of hearts. Christ is King, Amen!
I find this so interesting and encouraging. I truly believe there will be revival in Japan. This is definitely a battle that needs to be won more in the spiritual 🙏
In my search for truth, as a youth, the Lord most definitely sent me Makuya,-Japanese people of the tabernacle. Using Greek and Hebrew Biblical texts, they answered the exact questions I held in my heart. They see, in much Japanese tradition, the action of the Holy Spirit. I am sure the Spirit will lead this great nation into light.
The air feeling heavier is the authority of the principality under whose authority Japan rests and the influence of the demons who are worshipped as gods at the many shrines. They keep a suppresive influence over the people. That said the Japanese are such a kind and noble people that I imagine being salt and light is more difficult to notice because people in Japan tend to be so polite and kind. I think the key is to show our light by putting yourself out there for people who Japanese tend to ignore. Help when the common man won't. Don't just walk by.
1 Cor 15:58 - "be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour IS NOT IN VAIN in the Lord." Prayed for you brother.
I felt such an anointing when this pastor talked!! I been in Japan, in Vietnam, in Thailand and I work in missions in Burma/Myanmar where I see Japan, secular Japanese and the government of Japan sponsoring and donate funds for wells ,medical equipment and other to very much needed services. I saw Japanese men living in hotels in Yangon because their fathers had been killed there during the end of world war 2. Many Japanese are coming to Burma yearly. But I must admit that it is very difficult to have a Buddhist accept Jesus as their Lord. I have seen and prayed with several Buddhists to accept Jesus as their Lord, only to be told right after the prayer that they also love the “Buddha. “The polytheistic system of Hinduism where Buddhism has its roots makes it difficult for a Buddhist to understand the supremacy of Jesus alone. The more gods the better! Look atAs in each of these buddhistic countries has its own flavor, so to speak. Even Adoniram Judson, the missionary to Burma in the early 1800’s had this issue with Burmese coming and listening to the gospel, loving it and attending faithfully some of the informal chats about the Lord Jesus, but never ever, to Adoniram Judson’s knowledge became Christians. Right now this issue is also presented to me… oh many times I cried hot tears over their steadfast refusal ,even so they are so attracted to the Christians. I could go on, as my heart is so full of wanting them to receive HIM who is everything to me. I have had a godly anger at the Swe Dagon Pagoda , with its huge gold covered stupa glistening over Yangon! How it is deceiving millions of souls ,all being blind to the truth and seduced by glitter of gold…all these souls,lost! Help us Jesus !
My wife comes from Buddhist background. Her parents and her became Christian but still revered B and went to Temples. My mother-in-law a few months before she died, I finally convinced her to get rid of all the idols. The same with my wife, but months later, she returned to her old habits due to relatives and co-workers pressure. The demons behind B are very strong but Jesus Christ is stronger. I also noticed that Thai are very crafty and they will manipulate Christians to do something that may look harmless but it is very demonic. I feel like I live in Pergamum. Let's not forget, I constantly in spiritual warfare with the B principalities. Sometimes, the battles are fierce. There is verse in the song "One Night in Bangkok" that's really accurate. I couldn't believe that the song writer who is secular hit the nail on the head.
Your mission is not to convince anyone to accept Jesus. Your mission is only to spread his message and preach the gospel, the Holy Spirit will do the rest and if they still reject him, that's on them
Yes my Dear Brother; I agree with you. There is an atmosphere in each country, you might say a spiritual gestalt, that reflects the particular demonic influence present and most powerful in that particular sphere of influence. I will pray for you and our brothers and sisters in Christ around the world as the days darken and our lights shine brighter🙏 may Christ Bless you, and all who read and heed His Word.❤️❤️❤️
Pastor Shindo, it's so refreshing listening to you about being a Christian in Japan. This oppressive air that you were referring to, I really felt it when I went to Vietnam. We have to be the salt and light of the world to tell others about the greatest love story ever told - how God came down to earth to save us. Everyone has to hear about Jesus, who is the Way, the Truth and the Life.
2 things to say about new Christians in Japan ( as an American who has only seen videos about them) 1. As a shy person I admire them immensely, I know they have a collective culture and the majority is not yet Christian. So they are very noble in living out the great commission. And 2. They have a wonderful opportunity to learn unhindered by years of false teaching and misconceptions like we have in the west, the true gospel; Faith alone in Christ’s sacrifice to obtain righteousness and confession that you were born into having a sinful nature, like seen in psalm 51:5 -We are saved! No nonsense about denominations…No misconceptions that have been passed around for generations, to unlearn. I pray it goes as such for them. Pure gospel and gospel only ( as the main focus) for all Christians during the harvest and particularly in Japan! 🙏😌
The first time I "felt" something in the air was getting off the Greyhound bus in Washington DC and almost being bowled over by the sensation of powerful entities hovering over the city. That was early 90s, so I imagine its quite oppressive now.
Thank you for sharing your powerful testimony. I pray for strength, protection and courage to you and your family, your church family and the prison ministry, as you continue to share the gospel. I pray that some will be convicted by the HOLY SPIRIT and be saved. Greetings from 🇿🇦
Amen, I’m also from SA. Remarriage while your first spouse is still alive is adultery and one must repent from it. Either remain single or reconcile. Be careful not to use God's Name in vain, Holy ****, Jesus Christ, jeez/sheesh, OMG, oml are also blasphemous uses of God's Name! Exodus 20:7 forbids it. Lord Jesus Christ is coming back everyone, please don’t worship celebrities and entertainment, focus on Him alone. I promise there’s more to life than money, partying, homosexuality and music. Hell is real, repent from sinning confess your sins and ask God to forgive you, I know He will if you’re sincere. Hell is very hot, people please repent! In the mighty name of Lord Jesus Christ, Amen 🙏💪✝️💜❤️✝️! Idolatry such as, Islam, Catholicism, Sangomaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Racism, Santa Clausism, Confucianism, New Age, Science, Evolution, halloweenism, Harry Potterism, Politics, Donald Trumpism, Easter Bunnyism and other religions/faiths that are outside Biblical Christianity lead to hell! Don’t believe them, believe the Almighty God the Father of Lord Jesus Christ, who begot Him. Our Creator, The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is mighty, He doesn’t need a woman to beget a son, He is God. I choose to put my faith in a God who can do anything and everything, a God who has unlimited and infinite power to beget! So, it’s time to confess that Lord Jesus Christ is the Lord and to believe that He died and rose from the grave after three days and you shall be saved if you only obey Him by praying, worshipping, praising, reading the Bible and living holy and righteously according to the Bible. You have to endure until the end, carry your cross daily and build your relationship with God by following Lord Jesus daily until the end. You must never renounce your faith in The Lord Jesus Christ, there’s hell awaiting those who reject/deny Lord Jesus Christ and those who continue living sinfully, even the Christians who don’t want to repent will face the same fate, so please repent beloved people, in Lord Jesus Christ’s mighty and precious Name, Amen.
To be honest I’ve always sensed a spiritual oppression over Japan, as confirmed by this video. Praying over the Japanese that God reaches them with His Son Jesus Christ 🙏🇯🇵
@@neveronhereXD it is the principality over Japan. God instructed angels to be caretakers of mankind after God had forced mankind to spread over the earth, following the Tower of Babel incident. But the angels rebelled and wanted worship for themselves. This is how all the pagan gods originated, and how the pagan religions started. These now demons have tricked humans into believing they are worshipping ancestors, when in fact they are worshipping demons! This is why God forbids us to speak to the dead.
Not just Japan, China even, or any country that still practices polytheism and ancestor worship where such beliefs are heavily ingrained into the social structure is very difficult to say them away from that and it will take time.
Thank you for sharing. Regarding the heavy "air", atmosphere of a spiritual stronghold, I've had a similar experience when returning by plane to New York City. Declaring God's word brings change. Praying for you and Japan 🙏🏿🤍💥
I love Japan, I have been there 3 times. The last time was December 2023. The intensity of spiritual oppression over the country was so heightened that it made the trip there extremely uncomfortable to the point that I was glad to come home. I had to recover at home, I felt I had been in a war zone. Please don't let Americanized Christianity take over, it's a defiled gospel. Do it your way, Be the nail that sticks up!!! Love you all there ♥
Just want to know if the Japanese have any ancient "links" to the Creator, before the emergence of Buddhist or Shinto in Japan. There has been a discovery in China that links Chinese history to a Creator "Shang-Di" that has similar characteristics of the God of the Bible. Much of this was discovered through the Chinese unique alphabet that is commonly used as compound words to make a meaning for things like "a man", "garden", "sin" and "flood".
We will keep you in our prayers dear brother. I felt in my spirit we need to pray for our brothers and sisters in North Korea funny I came across this message. We pray that you will be strengthened. Hebrews 10 VS 23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;
Exactly my thinking, I think Asians in general would be so devoted to serving our Lord, that’s why Satan is trying to confuse them with worshipping Idols etc. he’s afraid of how strong they will become for God as warriors. May God bless them and send this insightful man strength
As an American and seeing the lethargic state of the church here it is a blessing to see people spreading the Lord in other countries. I absolutely respect certain aspects of their culture, namely the way elders are treated with respect. As I was listening to the speaker I was reminded of what Jesus said about the centurion who came to Jesus for him to heal his son. Jesus was astonished at his faith which was more than his own followers. Bless you.
Bless this ministry with a powerful anointing that it will reach many people and open many hearts to the power and the glory and the freedom of the Holy Spirit through Jesus Christ. Amen
A minister named Henry Gruver that came to prayer walk the streets of Japan. He has many encounters spiritually with strongholds of spirits. I believe his book is called "Prayer Walking by Henry Gruver." Please read. I met him at church he came to in Adrian Michigan USA shortly before he went to the Lord. Many insights in that book about strongholds. Prayer breaks many of them. God is able and willing! Ask!
I pray that the strongholds will be broken and that a tsunami of God's love, faith, peace, joy, hope, and salvation will roar across Japan that no one can stop! I pray this in Jesus name, Amen!
same here im Singaporean , when i was young my mom have to secretly bring me to church , because my dad will call us race traitors and that we've turned our backs on our ancestors
romans 12:2 “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” 😊❤
I’ve lived in Japan for 40 years. And lived in exile in the family. Speak when only spoken to. Otherwise mostly ignored. They didn’t like me I think because I was young and a wild card. Though I wasn’t the postcard Christian. I knew I couldn’t have those in our house. Problem ? Shrines is one form of “ other gods” but how I lived was just as damning. But for them that I wouldn’t receive their religion. I will always be the outsider and the foreigner. Gaijin and gaikokujin. I pray we can win even more to Jesus .
For revival to take place in Japan the strongholds he mentions will have to be broken down, sometimes many centuries worth of strongholds. But prayer does this much more readily than most Christians realise.
I'm surprised I haven't heard or seen many other use this explanation, at least in the comments I was reading below, but for me, I describe Japan as a place that's spiritually under siege by the enemy (and has been for a long time). There's a heaviness and dead stillness in the air you can perceive, like was discussed: a sort of quiet, invisible oppression, so much hardness of heart, and I really believe I can perceive a lot of this spiritual activity, even though I don't always know what words to put to it. I believe I saw it in my old neighbor who had a restless, insatiable desire to cause trouble and conflict with me, but at the same time, I saw immense need and desperation in him for connection. I believe I often see it in the quiet desperation of those silent, exhausted salary men, walking the streets in downtown. I see it when I see and hear from small churches here, struggling to survive, struggling to do any outreach whatsoever, because they're so occupied with trying to keep one another spiritually alive. I feel that way too these days, if I'm being honest, as someone who crossed an ocean to do ministry here. But my faith is alive, and God is still teaching me and showing me things, I'm thankful to say. I just want to play a part in what he's doing here, however he'll use me. I'm thankful light shines most obviously in dark places, because sometimes, all I know to do here is out of weakness and need just pursue Jesus and live out my faith and just survive. Even when I'm not able to feel like a strong, capable person in ministry seeking out lots of opportunities, making strategies, and planning lots of outreach, God has still used me in my weakness, and now I'm typing it, God has told us "My strength is made perfect in weakness". Maybe that's all we have to offer Him. Perfect. That's all He needs. Praise God.
This is similar to Taiwan. I became a Christian as an Australian married to a Taiwanese man. I often remark on the atmosphere of particularly east asian countries; their culture/history and spiritual beliefs are so inextricably tied it’s almost impossible to get them to be able to forsake it for Christ. They can’t see their rich cultural heritage for what it is - paganism. Satan has been clever to make people align their entire identities and national pride with the worship of demons. This is a very difficult problem and it has bound these peoples in spiritual darkness. Pray over the temples which are strongholds of elemental spiritual forces, that they may be broken down and replaced with temples of the Lord. I try and do this when I see the high places burning incense everywhere in Taiwan.
Praise our Lord and Savior for you, Brother. Your path is very difficult for the flesh, but your rewards are great here and even greater in Heaven, for we have hope that the world lacks.
I personally know a few American ministers that preached the gospel in Japan. My Uncle went to South Korea first but evacuated to Japan during the war and preached in Japan. We don't have a American gospel. Other Christian churches may. The word of God that is not added to or taken away from is the true gospel. It is like water. It rings the same world over. I know many people who have traveled to many places and they find the gospel of God's pure word the same. I have been to other churches as a visitor. I feel the difference immediately. I have met some Japanese ministers who visited America and heard them preach. They have a strong unshakable faith. Their hearts were the good soil and the seed of the gospel thrives in them.
Amen, I definitely have a heart for the nation of Japan and its people. I’m currently trying to learn the language after years of putting that nudge aside. I’m praying for some sort of revival and knowledge of Christ in that region. To truly know Him and His sacrifice so that we may be one with the Father as Jesus is. That they may come to believe in Christ finished work on the cross and His resurrection. To then know peace and to be ready for His soon return.
I love Japan, the people, the culture - and I shall pray with my faith brothers-&-sisters for a mighty sweep of the HOLY SPIRIT across all the islands.
i love japan. ive left in comments several places prayers for your nation. my self being lost for long time, meditated on wrong things. Lived for the wrong things. promoted the wrong things. grown folk admit when they've been wrong. i was very wrong for too long. so it's in love. i ask for Jesus to move in the LAND of JAPAN powerfully. For i know, he could use ppl with your work ethic. much Love from TEXAS. have a great day, wonderful video. im going to share it with my channel subs.
Very interesting and thought provoking. Glad you are saved, Japan needs more men like you to spread the gospel. Jesus from Nazareth is Lord! Hallelujah
What you said about 3 minutes in referring to the spiritual state of Japan touched me in a unique way and brought tears to my eyes. I really feel for Japan now.
Good luck and wishing you many blessings to share with the Japanese people. I am very fond of those whom I have met, both here in Australia and in Japan, when I visited there. ☺☺☺💚💚💚💚🙏🙏🙏
I recognize what you describe! I was in Japan, Okinawa, Osaka in 1982. We had an evangelistic outreach and God broke through and scores of Japanese came to know the Lord!! One man had a vision of Jesus and the Holy Spirit convicted many. But is was hard going for the local Christians and I admire you for standing strong in the spiritual darkness ❤🙏
No weapon formed against us will prosper. Jesus Christ has already won. The gates of hell will not stand. I have been praying for lost souls and a strengthening of the church. Japan is beautiful. May God move powerfully, breaking all spiritual bondage!❤
Amen re: Americanized Christianity. Japan doesn't need another cultural religion, they need real, lifechanging relationship with Christ authentically within their culture.
I'm lucky. I was born Christian. This being said, 2 things come to mind Christianity is neither American nor Japanese. It is following CHRIST. Also, I understand the difficulties it takes to change and to follow Christ. I myself live in Japan. It is very hard here for a person to become a Christian. 皆さん！日本人がんばれ！God Bless You All! 😊
@danielnosuke You're right! I guess what I meant is I was fortunate to grow up learning about Jesus Christ in a Christian Church. Still a sinner like everyone else though!
If you accepted the Lord Jesus Christ in your heart as your Lord and Savior and turned away from sin by the help of the holy spirit you are no longer a sinner because the blood of Jesus has already washed away sins,past,present and future.
👀 I'm glad he referenced Christianity in the U.S. as "Americanized". Unless you live abroad, you have no idea how different & (authentic) Christianity is practiced outside the states. I spent 18yrs in Europe--Christianity is much different there than in the U.S.
Watch the FULL interview here: th-cam.com/video/HkqQKh30ijs/w-d-xo.html
Correction: At 1:05, the English subtitles should have read: “But of course it depends on the Holy Spirit."
YES! Japan is the secret weapon of the LORD Christ! I know this, because as a son of God I feel this UNBEARABLE LOVE for these people!! God loves them so much that it hurts my soul!! His love is incredible for them. Please Japanese pastors, do not forget this, do not forget it!!
@@knowchrist thank you for English subtitles
I'm facing the same problem. Grew up from a devout Buddhist family, I just became Christian recently and I have to hide the fact that I'm attending church every Sunday. Now our traditional holiday is coming and I don't want to participate in ancestor worship anymore. I always pray the Lord to give me a chance to spread the Gospels to my family.
God understands. There is a story in Old Testament of a foreign soldier that has lepersy and goes to Samuel for healing and is healed and he swears to serve God, but asks to be forgiven when he has to bend his knee (to a idol) when in service to his king. Pray for guidance and Jesus will provide 🙏. Maybe God saved you for just such a moment. You have no idea the things He can accomplish through your willing heart ❤😊
I'll pray for your situation and that Jesus gives you much influence for the Kingdom of God
Hey friend, I was going through the exact same problem as you. Growing up Vietnamese, ancestor worship was a given, you couldn't question it. But when I told my dad that my faith in Jesus meant I couldn't honour our ancestors through worshiping them, he lost it.
It was hard friend. I cannot sugarcoat it or make it sound less as bad than it actually was. Staying faithful to Jesus while being persecuted for not worshiping ancestors during those death anniversaries (I'm assuming you're referring to these) were major painful trials. And yet, through the sheer power of the Holy Spirit, my dad has accepted my faith (though he doesn't like it) and no longer makes me participate in ancestor worship.
I learned many things through that hardship, but I pray though, that it may not be so hard for you, and that your family's hearts would be softened towards Jesus. May the Lord encourage you and enable you to be faithful to Him as He is to you, and that when you are faced with the opportunity to confess Jesus in front of your family, may the Lord fill you with His peace as His Spirit speaks through you (Matthew 10:19-20).
You may be wrestling with the thought of having to be open about your faith in Jesus with your family and not worshiping ancestors. God will help you through. He is patient. He is kind, and He will transform you.
God bless you richly. May He save your family.
Keep going with God, he will provide.
I'm praying for the gifts of the Holy Spirit for each person in my family every day. Maybe it could also be a way for you
My wife is Japanese, shes a Christian. But man...the generational stuff that she's dealing with is scary. Alot of healing for her at the moment.
What is she going through? Im asking because my husband is Japanese and we are living in JP
"However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting"
Matthew 17:21
@@LopoRoro-nf8wv Amen. It's been a journey no doubt. We both had some "baggage" to Check. But you are correct, Prayer, Fasting and some deliverance is what will turn this around.
With Christ in your vessel, you will smile at the storm.
I spent 6 months in Japan last year, preaching the gospel.
He is absolutely correct about the air "feeling heavier" in Japan. That's exactly how I felt, spiritually.
But I also believe, just like him, that the Japanese have a unique (the Japanese) way of being Christian.
I have no doubt some of the most devout believers will, in the end and today, come from Japan - precisely because of the challenges that they meet - daily.
You only truly grow outside your own comfort zone.
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding."
Proverbs 3:5, KJV
@@skyhighmaximilian Yes and Amen
I recommend a visit to Akita, JP, with the nuns at the convent where Our Lady of Akita manifested to sister Agnes.
As a Christian who is married to a Japanese woman who is the only Christian in her family and as someone who has spent a significant amount of time in Japan, I can 100% confirm what this guy is saying about the air in Japan being heavier and having a real spiritual influence on you when you're there. It's like you start forgetting about God while you're there... it's like, spiritual amnesia. It's difficult to even be a Christian tourist and visitor to Japan and not feel your faith is somehow... diminished while you're there... It's very subtle. It's not openly demonic (although you recognize that's what it is...), but it's still a very real kind of oppression. I pray for revival to come to Japan and especially to my wife's family.
I don't mean to be crass, but I have to ask, just out of curiosity. I visited Japan for about five days. We went from Tokyo airport to Hirosaki and then back to Tokyo for a day or two. But he whole time I was there, this strange smell was absolutely everywhere. On the streets, at the airport, in the homes, in Hirosaki, in the Tokyo castle... really, everywhere. Was it seaweed, or was it green tea and ginger... I really cannot tell. Does anybody else notice this?
Anyway... as a christian, I at least saw a church both in Hirosaki, and in Tokyo as well, and I took note of them. They were not very big, but you could find them. They were relatively new, but the design was very simple.. almost dull. But not really. Just simple, but you could recognize the cross in their design.
@@georgedeur4640 interesting…praying for Japan to be released from any demon oppression 🤍🙏🤍
Yes, absolutely. This is true anywhere without much genuine Christianity really. You almost feel an unsettling absence.
Have yet to travel there but I have heard a lot about the accepted racism there. The entire culture is essentially racist, framed as being cultural or national. I could see that not being very inviting to the Holy Spirit.
@@AWAW-z8r Depends on what you mean by racism. In general, I must say I deeply deeply disagree with that statement. I've seen more racism in Ukraine, which is where I'm from, and Ukraine is not a racist country by any means either.
My friends are Japanese,they became Christians in the Netherlands. Now they live in Japan. They go to church and serve the Lord.
@@JennyAnzemberger-fp2ne Amazing, Amen
Do you know which church they are going to? I’m travelling to Japan in three weeks and I’m looking for a church to visit. Thank you.
Lets pray for revival in Japan!!!
@@inceptoo6797 AMEN
Amen
Christianity needs a huge revival everywhere not just in Japan, America. But in Japan through this one TH-camr's channel I found that there's this village in Japan that worships demons
Amen ❤
Amen
I live in Japan. Praying and fighting spiritually for Japanese. They are the Lord’s secret , mighty armor! Our Lord is mighty to save. God bless.
I believe, sister. Jesus is about to visit Japan.
He is already there!! He never leaves your side!!❤
Nothing is impossible if you believe.
2 Corinthians 10:4
King James Version
Luke 10:19
KJ21
Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)
Ephesians 6:12
King James Version
12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
Luke 10:17
KJ21
And the seventy returned again with joy, saying, “Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through Thy name.
Have yet to travel there but I have heard a lot about the accepted racism there. The entire culture is essentially racist, framed as being cultural or national. I could see that not being very inviting to the Holy Spirit.
Do you know which church they are going to? I’m travelling to Japan in three weeks and I’m looking for a church to visit. Thank you.
すごい。なんて勇気、牧師さん。日本のために、まだ祈り続きましょう！
Amen
God will do a work in Japan. Organic Followers of Jesus shall be raised up. Praying for the Nation of Japan and for Sound doctrine to be preached. God bless you man of God. From South Africa 🇿🇦 to 🇯🇵 神様の祝福がありますように
@@jean-marcmeyer6055 I love Japan and I am praying for them to be won to Christ like he has done in Africa here , Amen🙏🇬🇭
Thank you for praying for us. South African living in Japan here!
Praying for all. All the way from South Africa🙏🙏
In southern Africa where I live ancestral worship and witchcraft is also a very deep stronghold. But God is on the move ... I pray that God will divide the light and the darkness. Bless the people of Japan.
Some African churches still maintain the ancestral veneration and argue that the ancestors work through the Holy Spirit.
I'm in South Africa, lived in joburg due to work relocated to Kzn, Durban. The atmosphere is heavy. The first night I got there, I promise you that prayer was going nowhere. Idol worship is rife in this town. Unbelievers are fervent in worshipping their idols. The church is very lukewarm. I am praying for the city. But the attack is real, I tell you.
@@rethabilemofokeng7846 Really? In Durban?
@@SamukelisiweMthembu-h5m yes. It's not something you'll feel with natural senses. It needs one to be spiritually discerning
@@rethabilemofokeng7846 Really? To me it sounds like you are adjusting to a new environment. Have you been to ALL the churches in Durban and around KZN to prove that the church is "lukewarm" there? You may just be lonely/homesick and trying to adjust to a new environment especially if it's your first experience living far away from your usual environment. There are many good churches in Durban and in the outskirts of the city, go out there and find yourself a good church to fellowship and make friends. You'll feel better in no time.
Btw I'm a South African currently living in Japan so I know what I'm talking about- loneliness and adjusting to a new environment is difficult to deal with but you just need to put yourself out there and find your people.
....I completely agree with what this gentleman is saying, I am married to a Japanese citizen 6yrs ago and 1yrs later I become a born again christian...
...this, has brough to our relationship many hardships in our walk together as a couple...
...my wife, even though, I need to confess I am not the most "bright or smart" christian out there but still , she get frustrated any time I try to share with her about Christ,...
its extremely painful to see the resistance and love for the culture in Japan and its rituals but the sinful nature we all hold in our hearts...
...before I was married, allways had a very deep attraction to Japan and its culture, movies, anime, food and so on....
since I grown up and have the chance to visit family, make friends and become born again christian I can perfectly see the pressure satan has on Japan throughout the culture, religion and tradition very deep in to japanesse day to day life...
...also I had the chance to see many "light gospel churches" and not deep biblical base ones, that also, is part of satans plan to mislead the ones who can or could be saved on a not deep understanding of Gods word and the Gospel good news...
...I hurt with Japan's people,
only the Truth of Christ will set the world free of satans grasp...
All Glory be to God and God alone !!
come Lord Jesus!
Lord, I pray for Japan and its peoples, bring them to your Son's feet,let them come and bow down to you and accept the free gift of Salvation that Jesus Christ paid fully in the cross, let me and others be a light for them, be a useful tool for You and your work in Japan Father, let your salvation rain down in Japan and safe as many as you decide, becouse you know all Father, bless the pastor in this video, bless the people behind this ytb video and cleanse them and open their eyes and make them to seek your face, in Truth and bring them continuously to deeper understanding and lead them to others so they may share the Light and the Truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in Japan
I ask and pray, all this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, the only savior of the world,our God
Amen.
All Glory to God
and God alone.
Amen. As a fellow Christian (Japanese), I truly empathize with you. I feel your pain.
As the only Christian in my family, I have been praying for their salvation for 25 years. There are cultural, psychological and spiritual barriers for them to come to know Christ. So I can relate to your difficult situation.
In the midst of these challenges, I see that under His providence, you are sharing the same burden (the cross) with us, Japanese Christians. In this sense, you are a missionary to us. You suffer and pray with us. We thank you for who you are in Christ and pray that His saving grace would touch your family. Amen.
@@yastoyencasa Amen
@@yastoyencasa what country are you from or ethnicity are you? I'm curious what's nationality a Japanese woman would marry that could come from a Christian culture? South America or Korea maybe.
May your wife come to faith if God wills it
Beautiful prayer. Amen and amen!
@heavenbound3665 ...All Glory be to God !!
Lived in Japan for just about 3 years. Was in a household that had a Butsudan. I SPOKE TO THIS PROBLEM LIKE JESUS SPOKE TO THE FIG TREE. Not long after that that Butsudan was removed.Mat 21: v21. Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this [which is done] to the fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; it shall be done.
Amen!!!
Thank you child of God you gave me a solution.
@rethabilemofokeng7846 AMEN
I talked with someone korean their parents became Christian so they became Christian too. They mentioned how their parents decided no more ancestory worship. Very interesting
I pray for our Christian brethren in Japan to be strengthened and covered in the blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to walk in the mighty authority in the name of Jesus Christ. As a Korean Christian in my 60s, I had a similar experience growing up with in a culture of ancestor worship and strong Buddhism. I had to make a stand not do the ancestor worship while others who are not Christians were bowing down. Although difficult at first, once you make your stand, the pressure to conform diminish with time until they are gone all together. I declare freedom for our Christian brethren in Japan to stand firm in Christ! Amen.
He is spot on about an "atmosphere" to places - there are places in the US where you can feel the oppression as you fly or drive in.
Dr. Michael Heiser taught that there is a geopolitical aspect to spiritual warfare - that certain places are the earthly dominion of spiritual forces (small "g" gods, if you will,) and part of the mission of the Gospel is to go in and preach freedom in those places - letting the people that live there know that they are no longer subject to those spiritual forces and are free to connect with the creator, capital "G" God.
@@TRWilley territorial spirits and entities like the prince of Persia in the Bible.
Agree 💯
One very holy elder Efrem from Arizona who has been in many places in US said that whenever he was coming to NY city he felt greaydemonic powers in the air. I felt that too. It was very difficult spirituality there. Thank God i left
@ Yup
Ive experienced that oppressive atmosphere when I took a connective flight through Thailand.. the atmosphere was so heavy spiritually ... when I returned to Australia it felt like and open Heaven.. That was 15 years ago... Now Australian feels the same oppression as Thailand did 15 years ago.. The spiritual war is real and its intensifying
I was in Pattaya for work and man I tell you, some crazy shit is going on there. The amount of people that tried touching me lustfully, I had to remove their hands from my arms or shoulders. It was eye opening.
Wow…..THAT is an interesting comment. You’re making me reflect back on my travels thru Thailand, Indonesia, North Africa and some Arab countries. No one speaks of these impressions - it’s certainly the value of travel, in my opinion. Thank you!
Certain places in the USA are getting to be the same way, usually small towns that have a lot of witchcraft practiced in them.
@ your words are so true.. as bad as it is getting over here in Australia it has been much worse in other places for a long time.. Things are definitely coming to a head all over the world.. Lovely to hear of you heart for Australia.. I hope you get your dream one day... when we were kids we use to play "wild west" over here.. We all thought America was the most amazing place...
@pocaiesc wow like which towns?
I got saved in 1992, while in the military . I entered through an on the job training program they were trying in the branch I was apart of. So I was at my temporary duty station after boot camp then I went to my schooling. Right after my schooling I was assigned and stationed in Okinawa, Japan . It was like my olive press and wilderness period (nothing bad about the country), as the Pastor explained the principalities and spiritual warfare due to cultural beliefs and worship create a difficult atmosphere for Christian Believers who are sold out for Christ. I pray for Japan and that I get an opportunity to go back and visit this Pastor. I’ve grown as a Christian because of Japan and what I experienced and I hope and pray revival breakouts in Japan.
3:20 "When Japanese people go abroad to study, they often come back as Christians."
This happened to me but in reverse. I went from America to Japan to study and came back as a Christian.✝
Wow that is very rare but I believe the way we live Christian life here is not religiously rather real way of LOVE is actually our culture will accept here.
@@OosterwijkMichiyo Yeah, that's true among most Japanese Christians. But I went to a Catholic university called Nanzan University. The ceremonial religious observance and asceticism was more emphasized there.
I've seen a similar dynamic with gaijin in Japan. Once you see the spiritual darkness there you start to think more deeply about what you believe and what life is about. I saw several gaijin start to really study the Bible and attend church. They were forced to think through some hard things while they were in Japan which was really awesome.
the same happened to me. Im from Ukraine, moved here to live with my Japanese husband, it really hits you differently when you realize people arent even remotely "culturally" Christian like some European countries, and then when you see them worshipping a wooden thing thats they themselves call a cow demon, and that thing is carried through town and is at almost every government office, post, market, small shop - it REALLY makes you think how the world was before Christ came!!!
@@elenap-ot4gh “A man that hath travelled knoweth many things; and he that hath much experience will declare wisdom.”
- Ecclesiasticus 34:9✝
Truly, Japanese are Extremely earnest and devout people that if i imagined them converted they will truly set the world in the flame of love.
The Holy Spirit is working in Japan. Even though it may seem like the air is heavy and things are hopeless. Keep preaching, keep sharing and don't give up! 🙏
I have to say I've had the opposite experience of most people. I came to Japan in early 2022 with my wife and two small children and have been living in a remote region in Hokkaido ever since. Long story short, we were guided here spiritually. We had no former attachment or relation to this place. I have no job here. After arriving we found a spiritual community through some contacts we made here. It's not a church or something Christian in an external sense, but deeply esoteric. The spiritual experiences of both myself and my wife have been so profound and I'm actually very surprised when reading all the other comments! The air is not heavy here where we are. It is a remarkable place. Last year I bought my first Bible ever and have been studying it on my own. I have never owned or even thought about owning a Bible in my 40+ years of existence and now I've been in deep study of Luke's and John's Gospel. Just this past year my wife started saying the Lord's Prayer every night with our little boys, and last week they start reciting it on their own before bed, and we do it together as a family every night! They are so happy here, and our 6 year old is very curious about God. 😅 We aren't the only ones. We know other families here, one with a remarkable now-9 year old daughter who when she was 2 or 3 would speak to God. I had never previously been a Christian. Neither were my parents. My previous life was with the military and the RCMP (federal police) in Canada. Most outsiders don't realize this but Canada has been leading the way in suppression of everything Christianity. Almost 40 churches have been burned across the country in the last few years and there was literally a book burning last year, mostly unknown outside of Canada.
I’ve heard this too as an American
Jordan, I’d like to talk with you. I’m not sure how to message you directly.
That’s uplifting about Japan….and heart-breaking about Canada. Thank you for your insights.
@@jordanw8382 Genesis, Exodus, ... the "Old Testament" books are also very important. God bless you.
Not saying this to criticize, but have you accepted Christ as the Lord of your life? It's not just saying the Lord's prayer at night. That's great to see God working on your heart and life and I will be praying He continues to do so, for you and your family
I have been led to pray for the Japanese to receive Jesus. I believe if the Japanese got saved, they would be a "Power House" in God's Kingdom!!! Thank you Pastor! Thank you for your commitment and dedication to Jesus!
I dreamt of a portal and heard Voices coming out and a being that was next to me told me the souls from Japan are crying out. I can walk through it the dark hole. I refused because I felt unsure. So ever since I have been praying for the souls in Japan to have an encounter with the Holy Spirit and for nation to return back to The Almighty and let go of traditions. There are warfare for their souls and are trapped so I issue a command for them to be released in the mighty name of Yahusha. The Biggest Revivals are coming to the nations that don't know Christ. Christ conscious will arise .A The great war in the heavens and on earth . Time to suit up in prayer. Ephesians 6: 10- 18
Blessings to you all.
Omg I have chills. I typed out almost this exact sentiment only seconds before I read what you said. This is the confirmation I needed. I'm ugly crying so hard right now.
@@Jojopie we are all one and we can sense. We are here in this timeline to suit up in the spirit. I am from South Africa and taken in the astral realm to see a Portal with souls crying out. The greatest revival for souls is coming to Nations we least expect. I got this video on my feed ,I was shocked, I needed to share so it was for you and the rest to hear from the spiritual realm. Burak to you. Continue being a light .
Fr. Maximilian Kolbe a Franciscan father from Poland had a strong spiritual calling to start w mission in Japan. He traveled and set up Niepokalanow in Nagasaki which survived the bombings. He died in a concentration camp voluntarily for another prisoner an is known for his Christian media works well as for being a missionary. Praise God.
I know exactly what he means when he mentions there being a feeling in the air. I've been to England, Nigeria & America and I live in Canada and the atmosphere is very different. You feel it in your spirit
How different are all of these 4 countries u mentioned?
Genuinely curious.
@@OluAdegbulugbe Nigeria's the most powerful and I felt a deep connection to the land. I felt like the ground was telling "Welcome home my son."(My first time going to Nigeria in my life back in 2018) as the plane was getting closer to to the ground. That could also be because I am of royal blood. My grandmother was the princess of Sagamu in Nigeria and lots of rituals are done in traditional Yoruba culture. Judging by your name I trust you understand.
America definitely also had some sort of spiritual atmosphere you could sense. I'm not sure if it was good or bad but it definitely had a comforting feel to it
England might actually have been the most comforting. There's genuinely just good energy there and great vibes. The people are mostly nice.
Canada has the weakest atmosphere but also has the least people. But Canada's feels good. I also live in Canada
I hope this helepd!
When I went to China, 3 times now, every time I have experienced this heaviness of demonic oppression over the land. I am from Australia.
It sounds like we need to pray against the strongholds over Japan. Thanks for video brother
I think living as a Christian is difficult in any culture. Of course, some have it much worse though. Jesus told us there shall be tribulations. Governments hate us, other false religions hate us. Let's remember to pray for each other, all over the world.
Correction: At 1:05, the English subtitles should have read: “But of course it depends on the Holy Spirit."
God has heard the prayers of the remnant in Japan. God is on the move. We bless the plans that He has for Japan.
Hello i am from South Africa 🇿🇦 and im Christian ✝️, my heart breaks for the millions in Japan who dont know Christ, let us continue to pray and never lose hope. The love of God can touch the furthest of hearts. Christ is King, Amen!
I find this so interesting and encouraging. I truly believe there will be revival in Japan.
This is definitely a battle that needs to be won more in the spiritual 🙏
In my search for truth, as a youth, the Lord most definitely sent me Makuya,-Japanese people of the tabernacle. Using Greek and Hebrew Biblical texts, they answered the exact questions I held in my heart. They see, in much Japanese tradition, the action of the Holy Spirit. I am sure the Spirit will lead this great nation into light.
The air feeling heavier is the authority of the principality under whose authority Japan rests and the influence of the demons who are worshipped as gods at the many shrines. They keep a suppresive influence over the people. That said the Japanese are such a kind and noble people that I imagine being salt and light is more difficult to notice because people in Japan tend to be so polite and kind. I think the key is to show our light by putting yourself out there for people who Japanese tend to ignore. Help when the common man won't. Don't just walk by.
1 Cor 15:58 - "be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour IS NOT IN VAIN in the Lord."
Prayed for you brother.
I felt such an anointing when this pastor talked!! I been in Japan, in Vietnam, in Thailand and I work in missions in Burma/Myanmar where I see Japan, secular Japanese and the government of Japan sponsoring and donate funds for wells ,medical equipment and other to very much needed services. I saw Japanese men living in hotels in Yangon because their fathers had been killed there during the end of world war 2. Many Japanese are coming to Burma yearly. But I must admit that it is very difficult to have a Buddhist accept Jesus as their Lord. I have seen and prayed with several Buddhists to accept Jesus as their Lord, only to be told right after the prayer that they also love the “Buddha. “The polytheistic system of Hinduism where Buddhism has its roots makes it difficult for a Buddhist to understand the supremacy of Jesus alone. The more gods the better! Look atAs in each of these buddhistic countries has its own flavor, so to speak. Even Adoniram Judson, the missionary to Burma in the early 1800’s had this issue with Burmese coming and listening to the gospel, loving it and attending faithfully some of the informal chats about the Lord Jesus, but never ever, to Adoniram Judson’s knowledge became Christians. Right now this issue is also presented to me… oh many times I cried hot tears over their steadfast refusal ,even so they are so attracted to the Christians. I could go on, as my heart is so full of wanting them to receive HIM who is everything to me. I have had a godly anger at the Swe Dagon Pagoda , with its huge gold covered stupa glistening over Yangon! How it is deceiving millions of souls ,all being blind to the truth and seduced by glitter of gold…all these souls,lost! Help us Jesus !
My wife comes from Buddhist background. Her parents and her became Christian but still revered B and went to Temples. My mother-in-law a few months before she died, I finally convinced her to get rid of all the idols. The same with my wife, but months later, she returned to her old habits due to relatives and co-workers pressure. The demons behind B are very strong but Jesus Christ is stronger. I also noticed that Thai are very crafty and they will manipulate Christians to do something that may look harmless but it is very demonic. I feel like I live in Pergamum. Let's not forget, I constantly in spiritual warfare with the B principalities. Sometimes, the battles are fierce. There is verse in the song "One Night in Bangkok" that's really accurate. I couldn't believe that the song writer who is secular hit the nail on the head.
Your mission is not to convince anyone to accept Jesus. Your mission is only to spread his message and preach the gospel, the Holy Spirit will do the rest and if they still reject him, that's on them
@ yes, you are so right.thank you
you plant the seeds and others will water them. Trust the Lord has his plan. Matt 13: 3~9.
Yes my Dear Brother; I agree with you. There is an atmosphere in each country, you might say a spiritual gestalt, that reflects the particular demonic influence present and most powerful in that particular sphere of influence. I will pray for you and our brothers and sisters in Christ around the world as the days darken and our lights shine brighter🙏 may Christ Bless you, and all who read and heed His Word.❤️❤️❤️
進藤牧師ファンです。
いくつかに分割されているところが嬉しいです。必要な部分を必要な人にシェアしやすい🙌🏻
ありがとうございます。
牧師のメッセージがあなたに届いて良かったです。🐭🌱
Pastor Shindo, it's so refreshing listening to you about being a Christian in Japan. This oppressive air that you were referring to, I really felt it when I went to Vietnam. We have to be the salt and light of the world to tell others about the greatest love story ever told - how God came down to earth to save us. Everyone has to hear about Jesus, who is the Way, the Truth and the Life.
I would like to buy that pastor lunch, seems like a great guy
2 things to say about new Christians in Japan ( as an American who has only seen videos about them) 1. As a shy person I admire them immensely, I know they have a collective culture and the majority is not yet Christian. So they are very noble in living out the great commission.
And 2. They have a wonderful opportunity to learn unhindered by years of false teaching and misconceptions like we have in the west, the true gospel;
Faith alone in Christ’s sacrifice to obtain righteousness and confession that you were born into having a sinful nature, like seen in psalm 51:5 -We are saved!
No nonsense about denominations…No misconceptions that have been passed around for generations, to unlearn. I pray it goes as such for them. Pure gospel and gospel only ( as the main focus) for all Christians during the harvest and particularly in Japan! 🙏😌
The energy the lord has given you radiates light my friend bless you!
I will continue to pray for you and your country. Thank you for sharing this information. May God continue to bless you.
The first time I "felt" something in the air was getting off the Greyhound bus in Washington DC and almost being bowled over by the sensation of powerful entities hovering over the city. That was early 90s, so I imagine its quite oppressive now.
What a great pastor to have. Unmoving in his devotion.
Thank you for sharing your powerful testimony. I pray for strength, protection and courage to you and your family, your church family and the prison ministry, as you continue to share the gospel. I pray that some will be convicted by the HOLY SPIRIT and be saved. Greetings from 🇿🇦
Amen, I’m also from SA.
Remarriage while your first spouse is still alive is adultery and one must repent from it. Either remain single or reconcile. Be careful not to use God's Name in vain, Holy ****, Jesus Christ, jeez/sheesh, OMG, oml are also blasphemous uses of God's Name! Exodus 20:7 forbids it. Lord Jesus Christ is coming back everyone, please don’t worship celebrities and entertainment, focus on Him alone. I promise there’s more to life than money, partying, homosexuality and music. Hell is real, repent from sinning confess your sins and ask God to forgive you, I know He will if you’re sincere. Hell is very hot, people please repent! In the mighty name of Lord Jesus Christ, Amen 🙏💪✝️💜❤️✝️!
Idolatry such as, Islam, Catholicism, Sangomaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Racism, Santa Clausism, Confucianism, New Age, Science, Evolution, halloweenism, Harry Potterism, Politics, Donald Trumpism, Easter Bunnyism and other religions/faiths that are outside Biblical Christianity lead to hell! Don’t believe them, believe the Almighty God the Father of Lord Jesus Christ, who begot Him. Our Creator, The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is mighty, He doesn’t need a woman to beget a son, He is God. I choose to put my faith in a God who can do anything and everything, a God who has unlimited and infinite power to beget!
So, it’s time to confess that Lord Jesus Christ is the Lord and to believe that He died and rose from the grave after three days and you shall be saved if you only obey Him by praying, worshipping, praising, reading the Bible and living holy and righteously according to the Bible. You have to endure until the end, carry your cross daily and build your relationship with God by following Lord Jesus daily until the end. You must never renounce your faith in The Lord Jesus Christ, there’s hell awaiting those who reject/deny Lord Jesus Christ and those who continue living sinfully, even the Christians who don’t want to repent will face the same fate, so please repent beloved people, in Lord Jesus Christ’s mighty and precious Name, Amen.
To be honest I’ve always sensed a spiritual oppression over Japan, as confirmed by this video. Praying over the Japanese that God reaches them with His Son Jesus Christ 🙏🇯🇵
@@neveronhereXD it is the principality over Japan. God instructed angels to be caretakers of mankind after God had forced mankind to spread over the earth, following the Tower of Babel incident. But the angels rebelled and wanted worship for themselves. This is how all the pagan gods originated, and how the pagan religions started. These now demons have tricked humans into believing they are worshipping ancestors, when in fact they are worshipping demons!
This is why God forbids us to speak to the dead.
Not just Japan, China even, or any country that still practices polytheism and ancestor worship where such beliefs are heavily ingrained into the social structure is very difficult to say them away from that and it will take time.
@@AngelicaLeDangThey don't worship ancestors, they honor them.
Thank you for sharing. Regarding the heavy "air", atmosphere of a spiritual stronghold, I've had a similar experience when returning by plane to New York City. Declaring God's word brings change. Praying for you and Japan 🙏🏿🤍💥
I love Japan, I have been there 3 times. The last time was December 2023. The intensity of spiritual oppression over the country was so heightened that it made the trip there extremely uncomfortable to the point that I was glad to come home. I had to recover at home, I felt I had been in a war zone. Please don't let Americanized Christianity take over, it's a defiled gospel. Do it your way, Be the nail that sticks up!!! Love you all there ♥
Just want to know if the Japanese have any ancient "links" to the Creator, before the emergence of Buddhist or Shinto in Japan. There has been a discovery in China that links Chinese history to a Creator "Shang-Di" that has similar characteristics of the God of the Bible. Much of this was discovered through the Chinese unique alphabet that is commonly used as compound words to make a meaning for things like "a man", "garden", "sin" and "flood".
We will keep you in our prayers dear brother. I felt in my spirit we need to pray for our brothers and sisters in North Korea funny I came across this message. We pray that you will be strengthened.
Hebrews 10 VS 23
Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;
Keep up the good work pastor and may the Lord richly bless you and keep you.
Thank you Pastor for sharing 🙏. God bless your ministry 🙏. God help us to pray for Japan 🙏✝️❤️
Exactly my thinking, I think Asians in general would be so devoted to serving our Lord, that’s why Satan is trying to confuse them with worshipping Idols etc. he’s afraid of how strong they will become for God as warriors. May God bless them and send this insightful man strength
進藤牧師、全く同感です。本質をついておられます。
Yes I’ve heard of atmospheric challenges due to the principalities over the regions , it’s very real.
God build up this Your Servant Pastor Tatsuya whom You have inspired with such charisma and prophetic gifts.
As an American and seeing the lethargic state of the church here it is a blessing to see people spreading the Lord in other countries. I absolutely respect certain aspects of their culture, namely the way elders are treated with respect. As I was listening to the speaker I was reminded of what Jesus said about the centurion who came to Jesus for him to heal his son. Jesus was astonished at his faith which was more than his own followers. Bless you.
It's true there is a edge for you all to remain faithful. Harder some might say but this is strength.
Bless this ministry with a powerful anointing that it will reach many people and open many hearts to the power and the glory and the freedom of the Holy Spirit through Jesus Christ. Amen
May the lord Jesus Christ save Japan from the enemy, I’ll pray for your conversion Japan!!
Spread His praise from shore to shore! He IS worthy!
We will pray for you Ps. May our Lord Jesus grace and power flow in and trough you!
A minister named Henry Gruver that came to prayer walk the streets of Japan. He has many encounters spiritually with strongholds of spirits. I believe his book is called "Prayer Walking by Henry Gruver." Please read. I met him at church he came to in Adrian Michigan USA shortly before he went to the Lord. Many insights in that book about strongholds. Prayer breaks many of them. God is able and willing! Ask!
I pray that the strongholds will be broken and that a tsunami of God's love, faith, peace, joy, hope, and salvation will roar across Japan that no one can stop! I pray this in Jesus name, Amen!
same here im Singaporean , when i was young my mom have to secretly bring me to church , because my dad will call us race traitors and that we've turned our backs on our ancestors
romans 12:2
“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” 😊❤
I’ve lived in Japan for 40 years. And lived in exile in the family. Speak when only spoken to. Otherwise mostly ignored. They didn’t like me I think because I was young and a wild card. Though I wasn’t the postcard Christian. I knew I couldn’t have those in our house. Problem ? Shrines is one form of “ other gods” but how I lived was just as damning. But for them that I wouldn’t receive their religion. I will always be the outsider and the foreigner. Gaijin and gaikokujin. I pray we can win even more to Jesus .
Amen! standing and praying for revival!! Oh how beautiful it is!!
For revival to take place in Japan the strongholds he mentions will have to be broken down, sometimes many centuries worth of strongholds. But prayer does this much more readily than most Christians realise.
I'm surprised I haven't heard or seen many other use this explanation, at least in the comments I was reading below, but for me, I describe Japan as a place that's spiritually under siege by the enemy (and has been for a long time). There's a heaviness and dead stillness in the air you can perceive, like was discussed: a sort of quiet, invisible oppression, so much hardness of heart, and I really believe I can perceive a lot of this spiritual activity, even though I don't always know what words to put to it. I believe I saw it in my old neighbor who had a restless, insatiable desire to cause trouble and conflict with me, but at the same time, I saw immense need and desperation in him for connection. I believe I often see it in the quiet desperation of those silent, exhausted salary men, walking the streets in downtown. I see it when I see and hear from small churches here, struggling to survive, struggling to do any outreach whatsoever, because they're so occupied with trying to keep one another spiritually alive.
I feel that way too these days, if I'm being honest, as someone who crossed an ocean to do ministry here. But my faith is alive, and God is still teaching me and showing me things, I'm thankful to say. I just want to play a part in what he's doing here, however he'll use me. I'm thankful light shines most obviously in dark places, because sometimes, all I know to do here is out of weakness and need just pursue Jesus and live out my faith and just survive. Even when I'm not able to feel like a strong, capable person in ministry seeking out lots of opportunities, making strategies, and planning lots of outreach, God has still used me in my weakness, and now I'm typing it, God has told us "My strength is made perfect in weakness". Maybe that's all we have to offer Him. Perfect. That's all He needs. Praise God.
Praying for you brother in Christ 🙏
This is similar to Taiwan. I became a Christian as an Australian married to a Taiwanese man. I often remark on the atmosphere of particularly east asian countries; their culture/history and spiritual beliefs are so inextricably tied it’s almost impossible to get them to be able to forsake it for Christ. They can’t see their rich cultural heritage for what it is - paganism. Satan has been clever to make people align their entire identities and national pride with the worship of demons. This is a very difficult problem and it has bound these peoples in spiritual darkness. Pray over the temples which are strongholds of elemental spiritual forces, that they may be broken down and replaced with temples of the Lord. I try and do this when I see the high places burning incense everywhere in Taiwan.
Praise our Lord and Savior for you, Brother. Your path is very difficult for the flesh, but your rewards are great here and even greater in Heaven, for we have hope that the world lacks.
I personally know a few American ministers that preached the gospel in Japan. My Uncle went to South Korea first but evacuated to Japan during the war and preached in Japan. We don't have a American gospel. Other Christian churches may. The word of God that is not added to or taken away from is the true gospel. It is like water. It rings the same world over. I know many people who have traveled to many places and they find the gospel of God's pure word the same. I have been to other churches as a visitor. I feel the difference immediately. I have met some Japanese ministers who visited America and heard them preach. They have a strong unshakable faith. Their hearts were the good soil and the seed of the gospel thrives in them.
Grew up Jodo shinshu Buddhist now Christian first in my family , have to do prayers for deliverance against ancient idolatry
Jesus loves you, me too. Fight with Holy Spirit.
Amen, I definitely have a heart for the nation of Japan and its people. I’m currently trying to learn the language after years of putting that nudge aside. I’m praying for some sort of revival and knowledge of Christ in that region. To truly know Him and His sacrifice so that we may be one with the Father as Jesus is. That they may come to believe in Christ finished work on the cross and His resurrection. To then know peace and to be ready for His soon return.
I love Japan, the people, the culture - and I shall pray with my faith brothers-&-sisters for a mighty sweep of the HOLY SPIRIT across all the islands.
Very interesting point of view. May God bless you and cover Japan in his grace and mercy!
Lord, I pray for the people of Japan would know you and make you known. Amen.
i love japan. ive left in comments several places prayers for your nation. my self being lost for long time, meditated on wrong things. Lived for the wrong things. promoted the wrong things. grown folk admit when they've been wrong. i was very wrong for too long. so it's in love. i ask for Jesus to move in the LAND of JAPAN powerfully. For i know, he could use ppl with your work ethic. much Love from TEXAS. have a great day, wonderful video. im going to share it with my channel subs.
May God bless this brother.
Great work you are doing there in Japan pastor, God bless your ministry ❤
Very interesting and thought provoking. Glad you are saved, Japan needs more men like you to spread the gospel. Jesus from Nazareth is Lord! Hallelujah
Love you pastor
God bless yours ministry
This is an incredible couple minute Truth talk! Praise God for these believers
What you said about 3 minutes in referring to the spiritual state of Japan touched me in a unique way and brought tears to my eyes. I really feel for Japan now.
Good luck and wishing you many blessings to share with the Japanese people. I am very fond of those whom I have met, both here in Australia and in Japan, when I visited there. ☺☺☺💚💚💚💚🙏🙏🙏
We will remain to put you in prayers
I recognize what you describe! I was in Japan, Okinawa, Osaka in 1982. We had an evangelistic outreach and God broke through and scores of Japanese came to know the Lord!! One man had a vision of Jesus and the Holy Spirit convicted many. But is was hard going for the local Christians and I admire you for standing strong in the spiritual darkness ❤🙏
I'm believing and praying for the salvation of all Japanese!
No weapon formed against us will prosper. Jesus Christ has already won. The gates of hell will not stand. I have been praying for lost souls and a strengthening of the church. Japan is beautiful. May God move powerfully, breaking all spiritual bondage!❤
Thanks!
Amen re: Americanized Christianity. Japan doesn't need another cultural religion, they need real, lifechanging relationship with Christ authentically within their culture.
I'm lucky. I was born Christian. This being said, 2 things come to mind Christianity is neither American nor Japanese. It is following CHRIST. Also, I understand the difficulties it takes to change and to follow Christ. I myself live in Japan. It is very hard here for a person to become a Christian. 皆さん！日本人がんばれ！God Bless You All! 😊
@@decepticonzerora Jesus said you have to be born again to see the kingdom. There is no being born Christian or such a thing as "luck."
@danielnosuke You're right! I guess what I meant is I was fortunate to grow up learning about Jesus Christ in a Christian Church. Still a sinner like everyone else though!
If you accepted the Lord Jesus Christ in your heart as your Lord and Savior and turned away from sin by the help of the holy spirit you are no longer a sinner because the blood of Jesus has already washed away sins,past,present and future.
👀 I'm glad he referenced Christianity in the U.S. as "Americanized". Unless you live abroad, you have no idea how different & (authentic) Christianity is practiced outside the states. I spent 18yrs in Europe--Christianity is much different there than in the U.S.
very uplifting. My thoughts and prayers are for the Japanese.
Praying for the Japanese Church, be strong and courageous in Christ my brothers and sisters!
Thats so true. Thank you.