Prayer defines the church. Why? Because Jesus said so, 'Is it not written, My house shall be called of all nations the house of prayer? Mark 11:17.' The way the people pray in a church shows truly what that church is like.
This does not mean small and lazy prayers. Jesus prayed three hours in Gethsemane and wondered that the disciples could not even pray for one hour. If the pastor does not manage to pray one hour the church members will not manage to pray for 20 minutes.
The fire is missing.
Where is your fire?
What do we believe in?
The beliefs of the churchAll need salvation
All people are sinners from the birth and need salvation... Romans 3:24.
'Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.' Romans 3:22-24.
'Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.' Acts 4:12.
Jesus is the Son of God
Jesus is the Son of God, through whom salvation from sin is possible... John 20:30,31.
'The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.' John 1:29.
'For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.' Isaiah 9:6.
Preaching the gospel
The Gospel must be proclaimed to every creature... Matthew 28.
'And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.' Mark 16:15, 16.
'And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.' Matthew 28:18-20.
Signs and wonders
Miracles and signs, healings, deliverances, and the casting out of evil spirits follow and are evidence of the true Gospel... Mark 16.
'And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.' Mark 16:17, 18, 20.
Prayer
Prayer is an indispensable tool for revival and the manifestation of the power of the Holy Spirit... Luke 18:1, Acts 4:31, James 5:16.
'But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.' Acts 6:4.
'These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren ... And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting.' Acts 1:14, 2:1-2.
About us
Workers of the gospel'For I speak to you Gentiles, inasmuch as I am the apostle of the Gentiles, I magnify mine office.' Romans 11:13.
'I have therefore whereof I may glory through Jesus Christ in those things which pertain to God. For I will not dare to speak of any of those things which Christ hath not wrought by me, to make the Gentiles obedient, by word and deed, Through mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God ...' Romans 15:17-19.
'For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.' 2 Corinthians 10:18.
Below are examples what the Holy Spirit has spoken through His servants.
Bishop Juhani Juusola
2) You have been called at this time, the glory of God has been bestowed upon you, be faithful in the little that has been given unto you, do not give excuses, God has put you in his palm to use you, He will increase you. It is not for your glory, but for the name and glory of Jesus to be shown. Do not dismiss your calling for a single moment but make it plain, because God will be glorified through your life.
Pastor Greta
Pastor Ahunsimere
Pastor CJ
Pastor Mahidere
Deaconess Akosua
2) The Bible commands us to seek and set our minds on things that are above, eternal. Stephen, as a believer, always had his mind on things eternal. Thus, when the religious people started gnashing their teeth at him, Stephen gazed into heaven because he was used to doing it and didn't focus at all at the peoples’ reaction. Sure, as he was full of the Holy Spirit, the Spirit could have directed his eyes up. Regardless, he focused on things above.
3) Because Stephen was so used to setting his mind on eternal things, when he gazed into heaven this time, he saw the glory of God and Jesus.
Deaconess Ida
Deacon Abraham
Testimonials
What do people sayWoe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you! for so did their fathers to the false prophets. Luke 6:26.
Not mentioned
Member of the board of deacons in a Finnish church
A cult
Maria
Entrepreneur
I did not know that there was such a thing in Kuopio!
+70-year-old woman
Retired
Did you see what happened to me when we prayed? Well, as we prayed, I started yawning immensely. I tried to cover my mouth and hold my jaw, but the relentless yawning persisted. It felt as though something was being forced out of me, escaping through my mouth.
Akosua
University student
Jesus is a Savior. He truly saves from darkness when one calls unto Him. My life has transformed in a way that I cannot even explain. From a godless life to one that is ever aware of Him. The Prayer Church teaches the uncompromising truth of the Bible. The gatherings are always Spirit-filled and Spirit-led. The community is simply unmatched.
Not mentioned
Youth pastor in ***** Pentecostal Church
I'm afraid that you will burn out - 2019
(After that, the fire only increased year by year. Thank you Jesus!)
CJ
Ph.D, Principal Lecturer and Adjunct Senior Lecturer
Since I joined the Flame the Freeze meetings, I have experienced a profound renewal of my spiritual sensitivity and appetite for the Lord. The liberal prayer sessions, in partnership with the Holy Spirit, have revived and awakened my scriptural songs' bank, building my most holy faith (Jude 1:20) The liberty we have in our gatherings has facilitated the manifestation of the Spirit, breaking down the barriers of religious tradition and deepening our relationships with the Holy Spirit and one another. Truly, our fellowship embodies Zion—the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and the innumerable company of angels (Heb 12:22). It is a place of divine encounters and transformative experiences.
Mahidere
Doctor
The first day I set foot in this church, after a long absence from the grace of God and under the devil's bondage, I was met with the mercy of Jesus Christ and Holy Spirit confirmed it by his powerful and visible encounter. In a single day, I received freedom, healing, and the fire of the Holy Spirit. Forever be glory, for His work on the Cross!
Not mentioned
A pastor in a Finnish church
They will drive against a wall.
Ida
Nurse, counselor
I have grown tremendously in the spirit over the past six months after the Lord guided me to prioritize church meetings in my life and daily activities.
I have even been told that God has nurtured my growth to the point where I am now spiritually more mature than many pastors.
Not mentioned
Leader of a Christian youth organization in the city
Personally I think that it is a waste of time to pray if I am not sure that we are in a position where God will answer our prayers. At worst it could be a spiritual deception which opens a door for the devil. That kind of prayer meeting would not be in the will of God.
Abraham
Medical researcher currently working as a teaching assistant at the university of Eastern Finland
My experiences in the prayer church are countless. Before I joined, I never took prayer seriously. Now I have developed a strong habit of trusting God in everything that I do. Through that, I have seen the hand Jesus in my life, especially in my career where I specifically prayed for a job and Jesus delivered. My life has since transformed from someone who lived life aimlessly to a focused, deeply spiritual person whose faith has been renewed and who knows that it's only Jesus that can save our lives.
40-year-old woman
Doctor
I shared my life story of new age spirituality and occultism, meditation, yoga, depression, how I lost my health, mental health, money, family, and my will to live, and how I finally found Jesus the great saviour. After this, I was asked if I had been filled with the Holy Spirit since ...
Not mentioned
Largest church congregation in the country
We are all convinced that the group is not led by the Holy Spirit. They are antichristian and led by spirits of witchcraft from Africa.
Iina
Waitress
I received Jesus and was freed from smoking without any replacement nicotine products. I prayed for help from Jesus. I realized that I also needed to accept the help, and so I walk in the light without addictions.
Ahunsimere
Doctor
At UEF Bible Club, there is no denying the transforming power and love of Jesus. The last few months of my membership has been a time of spiritual refreshing and reawakening, and closer walk with God.
40-year-old woman
Nurse
I was involved in nature and light therapy. I added new-age spirituality and set up a company to assist people with mental problems, stress, and anxiety.
Unfortunately ...
Not mentioned
Member of the board of deacons in a Finnish church
A cult
Maria
Entrepreneur
I did not know that there was such a thing in Kuopio!
+70-year-old woman
Retired
Did you see what happened to me when we prayed? Well, as we prayed, I started yawning immensely. I tried to cover my mouth and hold my jaw, but the relentless yawning persisted. It felt as though something was being forced out of me, escaping through my mouth.
Akosua
University student
Jesus is a Savior. He truly saves from darkness when one calls unto Him. My life has transformed in a way that I cannot even explain. From a godless life to one that is ever aware of Him. The Prayer Church teaches the uncompromising truth of the Bible. The gatherings are always Spirit-filled and Spirit-led. The community is simply unmatched.
Not mentioned
Youth pastor in ***** Pentecostal Church
I'm afraid that you will burn out - 2019
(After that, the fire only increased year by year. Thank you Jesus!)
CJ
Ph.D, Principal Lecturer and Adjunct Senior Lecturer
Since I joined the Flame the Freeze meetings, I have experienced a profound renewal of my spiritual sensitivity and appetite for the Lord. The liberal prayer sessions, in partnership with the Holy Spirit, have revived and awakened my scriptural songs' bank, building my most holy faith (Jude 1:20) The liberty we have in our gatherings has facilitated the manifestation of the Spirit, breaking down the barriers of religious tradition and deepening our relationships with the Holy Spirit and one another. Truly, our fellowship embodies Zion—the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and the innumerable company of angels (Heb 12:22). It is a place of divine encounters and transformative experiences.
Mahidere
Doctor
The first day I set foot in this church, after a long absence from the grace of God and under the devil's bondage, I was met with the mercy of Jesus Christ and Holy Spirit confirmed it by his powerful and visible encounter. In a single day, I received freedom, healing, and the fire of the Holy Spirit. Forever be glory, for His work on the Cross!
Not mentioned
A pastor in a Finnish church
They will drive against a wall.
Ida
Nurse, counselor
I have grown tremendously in the spirit over the past six months after the Lord guided me to prioritize church meetings in my life and daily activities.
I have even been told that God has nurtured my growth to the point where I am now spiritually more mature than many pastors.
Not mentioned
Leader of a Christian youth organization in the city
Personally I think that it is a waste of time to pray if I am not sure that we are in a position where God will answer our prayers. At worst it could be a spiritual deception which opens a door for the devil. That kind of prayer meeting would not be in the will of God.
Abraham
Medical researcher currently working as a teaching assistant at the university of Eastern Finland
My experiences in the prayer church are countless. Before I joined, I never took prayer seriously. Now I have developed a strong habit of trusting God in everything that I do. Through that, I have seen the hand Jesus in my life, especially in my career where I specifically prayed for a job and Jesus delivered. My life has since transformed from someone who lived life aimlessly to a focused, deeply spiritual person whose faith has been renewed and who knows that it's only Jesus that can save our lives.
40-year-old woman
Doctor
I shared my life story of new age spirituality and occultism, meditation, yoga, depression, how I lost my health, mental health, money, family, and my will to live, and how I finally found Jesus the great saviour. After this, I was asked if I had been filled with the Holy Spirit since ...
Not mentioned
Largest church congregation in the country
We are all convinced that the group is not led by the Holy Spirit. They are antichristian and led by spirits of witchcraft from Africa.
Iina
Waitress
I received Jesus and was freed from smoking without any replacement nicotine products. I prayed for help from Jesus. I realized that I also needed to accept the help, and so I walk in the light without addictions.
Ahunsimere
Doctor
At UEF Bible Club, there is no denying the transforming power and love of Jesus. The last few months of my membership has been a time of spiritual refreshing and reawakening, and closer walk with God.
40-year-old woman
Nurse
I was involved in nature and light therapy. I added new-age spirituality and set up a company to assist people with mental problems, stress, and anxiety.
Unfortunately ...
Practical numbers from 2025
For you
What you will experience?'And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.' 1 Corinthians 2:4-5.
To be freed from all sins so that you can start freeing others.
Jesus came to set you completely free. And when you are free, He sends you to set others free. So come and experience Jesus, and then He will send you to help others.
'And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.' Matthew 1:21.
You begin to proclaim the Gospel with joy and power
If you have not been filled with the Holy Spirit, you will most likely be filled at the first meeting. And after that, you will be a powerful witness for Jesus!
'But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me ...' Acts 1:8.
Your life is filled with joy, and the Holy Spirit Himself teaches you songs of the spirit 🎵
The kingdom of God is not about eating and drinking (ahem... cake and coffee after a church service), but righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.
'And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord.' Ephesians 5:18,19.
He reveals, guides, and prepares you for your calling
The Holy Spirit guides you in spiritual preparation, after which you are like Esther, whom the king chooses for a noble task.
'But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.' 1 Corinthians 2:9.
Your prayer life ignites, blazing like a great fire
Instead of spending 5 minutes in a relaxed prayer of thanksgiving, you begin to eagerly anticipate when you'll get to pray a heavy battle prayer for 5 hours.
'And it came to pass in those days, that he went out into a mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God.' Luke 6:12.
You see what true Christian life is all about
'And there went great multitudes with him: and he turned, and said unto them, If any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple. And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple.' Luke 14:25-27.
People in despair begin to gather around you, whom Jesus helps through you. God makes you the David of this generation
'David therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: and when his brethren and all his father's house heard it, they went down thither to him. And every one that was in distress, and every one that was in debt, and every one that was discontented, gathered themselves unto him; and he became a captain over them: and there were with him about four hundred men.' 1 Samuel 22:1,2.
Events
God moves in Kuopio!We organize events to reach the lost and strengthen the churches, following the how the Holy Spirit leads us. Here you'll find information about upcoming and past events. After each event, we also upload testimonies here on the website, so you can see what God has done. Be blessed!
Now that the conference has been held, it is important to ask: 'Was God present?' Here are some accounts of what happened at the conference or to the individuals.
This was the first time I saw godly things.
The lady was shaking and her legs almost failed her; 'The presence of the Holy Spirit is so strong here!'
The whole hall was filled with prayer, there was complete freedom for prayer and the movements of the Holy Spirit. He moved freely. This lasted for 2 hours.
The children were completely focused on the conference, singing spiritual songs spontaneously and praying seriously when prayers were made.
We prayed for the partially deaf ear in the name of Jesus. The lady said after the healing, 'How did it heal with such a short prayer?'
This was the most powerful presence of God I have ever experienced.
This was the first time I saw godly things.
The lady was shaking and her legs almost failed her; 'The presence of the Holy Spirit is so strong here!'
The whole hall was filled with prayer, there was complete freedom for prayer and the movements of the Holy Spirit. He moved freely. This lasted for 2 hours.
The children were completely focused on the conference, singing spiritual songs spontaneously and praying seriously when prayers were made.
We prayed for the partially deaf ear in the name of Jesus. The lady said after the healing, 'How did it heal with such a short prayer?'
This was the most powerful presence of God I have ever experienced.
This was the first time I saw godly things.
The lady was shaking and her legs almost failed her; 'The presence of the Holy Spirit is so strong here!'
The whole hall was filled with prayer, there was complete freedom for prayer and the movements of the Holy Spirit. He moved freely. This lasted for 2 hours.
The children were completely focused on the conference, singing spiritual songs spontaneously and praying seriously when prayers were made.
We prayed for the partially deaf ear in the name of Jesus. The lady said after the healing, 'How did it heal with such a short prayer?'
This was the most powerful presence of God I have ever experienced.
This was the first time I saw godly things.
The lady was shaking and her legs almost failed her; 'The presence of the Holy Spirit is so strong here!'
The whole hall was filled with prayer, there was complete freedom for prayer and the movements of the Holy Spirit. He moved freely. This lasted for 2 hours.
The children were completely focused on the conference, singing spiritual songs spontaneously and praying seriously when prayers were made.
We prayed for the partially deaf ear in the name of Jesus. The lady said after the healing, 'How did it heal with such a short prayer?'
This was the most powerful presence of God I have ever experienced.
Prayers started to gush out from my stomach, and I needed to film the event so that I would not miss anything. The same happened to my little brothers.
When we prayed for Finland I started to cry out of control. Then I saw that Ida came through the door also crying. I though that what was happening to us.
A woman left early and I went after. She told her prayer requests and we prayed. I returned to the hall, and the Holy Spirit spake the subjects this woman just told me privately.
Akosua came jumping for joy to the stage while we praises and fell on the floor under the power of God. The power of the Spirit upon Akosua was so great that my foot started to vibrate.
Akosua is usually pretty calm but now she started to pray deeper, deeper, and deeper, until the Spirit of God fell upon the whole hall.
If the Holy Spirit would have a body I could imagine Him to be just like that. So joyful in praises, serious in prayers, and sad when speaking about the state of the church.
Prayers started to gush out from my stomach, and I needed to film the event so that I would not miss anything. The same happened to my little brothers.
When we prayed for Finland I started to cry out of control. Then I saw that Ida came through the door also crying. I though that what was happening to us.
A woman left early and I went after. She told her prayer requests and we prayed. I returned to the hall, and the Holy Spirit spake the subjects this woman just told me privately.
Akosua came jumping for joy to the stage while we praises and fell on the floor under the power of God. The power of the Spirit upon Akosua was so great that my foot started to vibrate.
Akosua is usually pretty calm but now she started to pray deeper, deeper, and deeper, until the Spirit of God fell upon the whole hall.
If the Holy Spirit would have a body I could imagine Him to be just like that. So joyful in praises, serious in prayers, and sad when speaking about the state of the church.
Prayers started to gush out from my stomach, and I needed to film the event so that I would not miss anything. The same happened to my little brothers.
When we prayed for Finland I started to cry out of control. Then I saw that Ida came through the door also crying. I though that what was happening to us.
A woman left early and I went after. She told her prayer requests and we prayed. I returned to the hall, and the Holy Spirit spake the subjects this woman just told me privately.
Akosua came jumping for joy to the stage while we praises and fell on the floor under the power of God. The power of the Spirit upon Akosua was so great that my foot started to vibrate.
Akosua is usually pretty calm but now she started to pray deeper, deeper, and deeper, until the Spirit of God fell upon the whole hall.
If the Holy Spirit would have a body I could imagine Him to be just like that. So joyful in praises, serious in prayers, and sad when speaking about the state of the church.
Prayers started to gush out from my stomach, and I needed to film the event so that I would not miss anything. The same happened to my little brothers.
When we prayed for Finland I started to cry out of control. Then I saw that Ida came through the door also crying. I though that what was happening to us.
A woman left early and I went after. She told her prayer requests and we prayed. I returned to the hall, and the Holy Spirit spake the subjects this woman just told me privately.
Akosua came jumping for joy to the stage while we praises and fell on the floor under the power of God. The power of the Spirit upon Akosua was so great that my foot started to vibrate.
Akosua is usually pretty calm but now she started to pray deeper, deeper, and deeper, until the Spirit of God fell upon the whole hall.
If the Holy Spirit would have a body I could imagine Him to be just like that. So joyful in praises, serious in prayers, and sad when speaking about the state of the church.