Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Meet ZEKE LAM is the founder of SUBMISSION Ministries

Zeke Lam with two Dominicn Republic children
ZEKE LAM is the founder of SUBMISSION Ministries—a ministry devoted to seeing lost souls encounter God and live lives fully surrendered to the risen Christ. A graduate of Liberty University, Zeke’s deep passion for following Christ’s will has led him through many years of youth ministry and itinerant evangelism. Both of these experiences have enriched and fueled his desire to hand others the keys to a Christ-centered life. Zeke resides in Virginia with his beautiful wife, Kathleen, and a growing family of future world-changers.
In his recently released book, subMISSION: heeding only His voice, Zeke Lam suggests that the following is the greatest challenge: submission, or the lack thereof. It is not the external forces that nullify the testimony of a vibrant and Christ-centered Church. Instead it is the lack of submission to the Lord within the heart of each believer. Zeke Lam shares Scriptural truths coupled with real life experiences to demonstrate a life of biblical submission. Are you ready to live a life of joyful submission unto Christ?
Learn more about Zeke and his ministry as you read his responses to the following questions.

Tell us about yourself.

I am 27 years old and have been married to my beautiful wife, Kathleen, for six years. We have three children (four, two, and two months) who we love very much. I have ministered since the age of 18 as a youth minister and evangelist. In addition to this, I operate a small business which constructs ornamental concrete such as flower pots, bird baths, etc. I also help out with the family furniture when time permits. We are passionate to see Christ glorified through our lives, and constantly seek ways to use our lives to share the Gospel. This has led our family all over the world.  Our most recent “adventure” involved us driving to a town in Texas, renting an apartment, and seeking the Lord. Although we knew nobody or nothing about the place, God gave us an entire church fellowship in two days! This turned into an incredible seven-month stay that is surely not finished yet.

What motivated you to write this book?

Compromise is way too commonplace today. I have seen it in the church, in families, and in my own life. If revival is to take place in or society, God’s people must be willing to operate with the level of obedience and submission God requires. Mixing our opinions with God’s commands or desires is a recipe for disaster. If we will fully release ourselves to Jesus Christ, and follow Him the way He commands, a shift will take place in our society! Ultimately, shortcomings in my own life with regards to submissions sparked this fire.

What do you hope this book accomplishes?

My hope and prayer is that Christians nationwide will be challenged to step into a realm of Scriptural obedience that will spark revival!

Did you learn anything (or did God show you anything) as you were writing?

I certainly experienced moments where I was convicted about the level of submission I lived under. God revealed to me the importance of denying any and all voices that seek to lure us from His presence. Submission to Him will position us for spiritual greatness!

Do you believe people struggle with the idea of "submission"? If so, why?

Yes, we all struggle with the idea of full submission. It means releasing our control and desires to the Lord. When we do not feel in control, it creates an emotion of insecurity. This insecurity is what makes us resists submission on many levels. When it comes to submitting to our Lord Jesus, we must reject these emotions, and faithfully surrender our lives.

Your subtitle mentions obeying only God's voice. What are some ways people can hear God's voice?

God desires to interact with us in ways we could never imagine. The Holy Spirit is very much alive and active, but the question is, will we allow ourselves to get in position to hear Him. He speaks through the Scriptures, His written word. He speaks to our hearts as we intimately seek Him daily through prayer and fasting. He can speak through people and situations around us. God is not limited to anything and can therefore speak any way He chooses. The only real issue is that which restricts and hinders us from hearing.


What people are saying about Zeke's book:

Prepare to be stirred by this authentic calling to return to Scriptural obedience.

—Pastor Gabe Turner, The Point Church of Charlottesville, Virginia

In my opinion Zeke has laid his finger on the defining message for our time. This message is essential for believers everywhere…

—Eric Stephens, Pastor of Life Changing Ministries and Fellowship in Sugarland, Texas

For more information, see the author's website: http://submissionministries.org/

4 comments:

  1. Thanks for having me as a guest.I appreciate the opportunity and pray the Lord's continual leading upon this ministry.

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  2. Thanks for stopping by and I wish you the best in your ministry.

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  3. Thank you so much for sharing Zeke's book with your audience. As the President of Burning Lamp Media & Publishing, I'm grateful that we're able to partner together with Zeke to spread this powerful message. I know him personally (along with his family) and would recommend him in a heartbeat to anyone in need of an itinerant minister for their church or conference. Zeke is a cut from the circuit riders of old (I guess that’s why I love this guy so much!).
    Also I noticed you live near Austin—indeed a place dear to my heart (as is Dallas since that’s where I met my beautiful bride!). Thank you again allowing Zeke to share his heart on your blog.

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  4. Thanks for stopping by, Brian. Glad I could help tell people about Zeke.

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