In a world driven by technology and scientific explanation, the question of whether miracles still happen resonates deeply within religious communities. At Bethel Deliverance International Church, the belief in modern-day miracles isn’t just theological theory – it’s woven into the very fabric of their ministry’s growth from humble beginnings to international impact.
“We believe that the redemptive work of Christ on the cross provides healing for the human in answer to believing prayer,” states one of the church’s fundamental beliefs. This conviction forms the foundation of their approach to modern miracles, particularly through their robust prayer ministry.
The story of Bethel itself could be considered miraculous by many standards. What began in 1987 with just seven committed believers under Bishop Eric A. Lambert, Jr.’s leadership has transformed into a thriving international ministry. The church’s origin story begins with what they describe as divine instruction: “God’s instructions to Bishop Lambert were very simple: ‘Find a building, and start a church.'”
That simple directive led to their first service in an office complex on Palm Sunday 1988. From there, the church experienced what they view as miraculous growth, expanding to three Sunday services and developing over 40 specialized ministries. This growth pattern, they believe, demonstrates divine intervention in response to faithful prayer.
Prayer, in fact, stands as a cornerstone of Bethel’s approach to experiencing modern miracles. The church maintains an intensive prayer schedule that includes daily morning and midday prayer sessions, Tuesday and Friday afternoon prayer and Bible study, Wednesday night prayer and Bible study, and perhaps most notably, “All Night Prayer” on the first and third Fridays of every month.
“We believe that the baptism in the Holy Ghost, according to Acts 2:4 is given to believers who ask for it,” states another of their core beliefs, emphasizing their expectation of supernatural experiences in contemporary times. This belief is actively practiced through their various prayer gatherings, where members come expecting divine intervention in their daily lives.
The establishment of their Community Outreach Ministry in 1991, later incorporated as Lights of The World, Inc., represents another aspect of their belief in modern miracles. This ministry focuses on meeting social and temporal needs in their community, often seeing practical provision as a form of divine intervention.
Bishop Lambert’s own journey reflects this belief in contemporary miracles. His call to ministry in 1974 came through what he describes as “the voice of the Lord” calling him to feed His lamb and His sheep. The passage that drove his passion, Isaiah 6:8 – “Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, “Here am I; send me” – represents his belief in direct divine communication in modern times.
The church’s expansion to international status in 2004, becoming Bethel Deliverance International Church, marked another milestone they attribute to divine intervention. This growth maintained their foundational focuses on “prayer, education, evangelism, and fellowship” while extending their reach globally.
Through their television broadcast, “Climbing Higher,” the church shares testimonies of modern miracles with a broader audience. This media ministry serves as a platform for proclaiming what they describe as “the glorious Gospel of Jesus Christ,” including accounts of contemporary divine intervention.
Bishop Lambert’s educational background, including studies at multiple Bible institutes and degrees in Psychology, brings an interesting perspective to the topic of modern miracles. His academic training, combined with his spiritual leadership, offers a balanced approach to understanding and documenting contemporary supernatural experiences.
The church’s commitment to education through the Bethel Institute of Biblical Studies (formerly Bethel Bible Institute) demonstrates their belief that modern miracles should be understood within the context of sound biblical teaching. The institute’s focus on “life application” helps members recognize divine intervention in their daily lives while maintaining theological grounding.
“We believe in the sanctifying power of the Holy Ghost, by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a holy and separated life in this present world,” states another core belief. This emphasis on present-day divine enablement reinforces their conviction that miraculous intervention continues in modern times.
The church’s mission “to bring a real Jesus to the world” encompasses their belief in contemporary miracles. Their statement that “God, while living in heaven, does indeed care for the everyday needs of humanity” reflects their conviction that divine intervention remains active and accessible in today’s world.
Through their various ministries – from Youth Church to Children’s Church, from daily prayer sessions to community outreach – Bethel maintains a consistent message: miracles aren’t relics of the past but active elements of contemporary Christian experience.
For those interested in exploring the topic of modern miracles or experiencing Bethel’s approach to contemporary faith, the church welcomes visitors to their services. Service times and additional information can be found at betheldeliverance.org, and their ongoing ministry can be followed on social media.
The church’s steadfast belief in modern miracles, grounded in their statement of faith and demonstrated through their various ministries, offers a perspective on divine intervention that bridges ancient faith and contemporary experience. Whether through prayer, community service, or global outreach, Bethel Deliverance International Church continues to expect and document what they see as miraculous interventions in today’s world.