Former soccer star Roberto Firmino has revealed that he has been ordained as a pastor in an evangelical church in Brazil. The former Liverpool striker shared pictures on social media of his ordination ceremony at his founding church in Maceio last month.
“This church was born in the heart of God and we are so grateful for the privilege of witnessing firsthand all that the Lord has accomplished,” Firmino wrote on Instagram.
Par Christian PostHe expressed his gratitude for the ceremony and said it was a “memorable and unforgettable evening.”
“The Bible says: Ephesians 3:20“To him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power of God at work within us.” [H]”We have no merit, so power is power. It has never been our goal to open a church or to hold the pastorate. God knows that very well,” he continued.
Firmino said that after their “encounter with Christ,” “a desire burns in our hearts” to “make others aware of this love that has come to us.”
“Now we have another desire and responsibility: to be pastors after God’s will and to cooperate with God’s kingdom,” he said, adding that he was “amazed to see the greatness of God’s mercy towards us.”
“He chose the impossible! Thank you, Jesus. Thank you.” [Pastor] With [Pastor] Thank you to Kayla for encouraging us and believing in us.”
Firmino and his wife Larissa Pereira founded Mana Church in 2021. In 2020, he was baptized in the swimming pool at former teammate Alisson Becker’s home. 3news.com report.
“Jesus is love. [There is] “No explanation needed, just believe, just believe and feel the Holy Spirit,” Firmino said during his baptism.
according to Premier Christian NewsFirmino won the Premier League, FA Cup, EFL Cup and the 2021-22 Champions League during his time with Liverpool, and has also won 55 caps for Brazil, holding the record for the most goals scored by a Brazilian in the history of the Premier League with 82.
a cap It is explained like when a soccer player represents his country in an international match.
Despite taking on his new managerial role, Firmino will continue playing football for Saudi Pro League side Al Ahly for the remaining two years of his contract.
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