More than 400 churches have united to pray and help spread the word about the Love Joy Peace Festival, which kicked off on Friday in Yangon, Myanmar's largest city.
The crowd poured into the Myanmar Convention Center to hear the Gospel preached by Franklin Graham.
Franklin Graham strikes a pose with two young ladies excited to attend the Festival.
Buddhism is the primary religion practiced in Myanmar, also known as Burma.
Like other Franklin Graham Festivals, the night started with music and worship.
More than 46,000 people attended day one of the Love Joy Peace Festival. By the end of night, more than 2,500 had responded to the invitation to accept Christ.
A curious little guy at the Festival.
Franklin Graham on stage with his interpreter, sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
The night included various entertainment, all giving glory to God.
Young people were enthusiastic and attentive.
Dancing and singing along.
Touched by God's presence.
Franklin Graham gives instructions to the crowd that just responded to the invitation to accept Christ. Each person receives a small book with resources about what it means to follow Christ.
Grabbing a spot where they can to have the Christian faith explained even further.
An overflow area filled to capacity.
Local volunteers were trained and equipped to clearly share their faith and counsel those who walked forward at the Festival.
Burmese Christians have faced numerous obstacles over the years, making the Love Joy Peace Festival an historic event in terms of its size and the way it has mobilized the local church.
Taking a moment to pray.
For many, it was an emotional night. Join in praying that more hearts will be touched as the event continues Saturday. Also pray that those who made a decision for Christ on Friday will be connected with other believers and continue to grow spiritually.
