Testimonials

“Our Solemn Assembly was probably the most amazing movement of God that I, personally, have ever seen. Leaders came last night and in complete brokenness confessed their part in contributing to the divisiveness we had suffered, and then received the full forgiveness of the congregation. I can’t thank you enough for the guidance your materials have provided for us. God bless you in your work. You were instrumental in the revival of yet one more church.”

“Metanoia Ministry has already proven to be a blessing to the church. Jim Van Yperen is a dynamic leader who is strictly Biblical in his approach and guidance. On the past two Sundays, I could feel the moving of the Holy Spirit in a more powerful way throughout the service. I am positive this stems from the unity that was re-enforced by the Metanoia meeting, everyone coming together and regaining their sea legs, so-to-speak, with regard to the church’s purpose and future path. When we focus on the positives rather than the negatives, our eyes purposefully turned toward the Lord, the Holy Spirit is released to move more effectively within each of us individually and as a church body. If this can occur with just one meeting, imagine how awesome will be the end result! God is doing a mighty work, and He will continue as long as we remain focused on what is important, putting the past to rest, moving onward and upward, living out what we sing on Sunday—turning our eyes only upon Jesus.”

“Thank you for giving us your love, hearts, devotion, and most of all your time to us this past week. I listened to your heart. I really felt your concern and angst as you struggled with giving us your recommendations. Although I am saddened by the recommendations, I know the Lord has used the Metanoia team greatly and wisely. Thank you for being the instruments of the Lord in revealing to us.”

"I count this year as the greatest year of my life because of all that God has done in my heart. He has used pain and humiliation as a surgeon uses a scalpel to do some deep surgery in my soul. I am convinced that he has used your skill and Spirit-directed ministry to do this good work in me. You were tough and direct when you needed to be. But you were encouraging and supportive when you needed to be. I have absolutely no regrets of this year—other than the hurt I see I have caused my Father, my wife, and my church family. I still grimace when I think of the pride, selfishness, control and self-love I lived out in my leadership. But in revealing these things and putting them to death, God has given me such a joy and peace in ministry and a love for Him and others that I am still amazed when I see His fruit where it never bloomed before—truly a supernatural work of His Spirit in me. I recognize that my benefit has come from your courage, faithfulness, wisdom and Spirit guided ministry. It would be wrong of me not to thank you deeply for the great benefits I have received because of your ministry among us and to me. Thank you."

"I am currently reading your book “Making Peace” for the second time. I had to write and tell you what a difference this book is making in my own life and in the life of the church. Growing up in the American church, I have certainly fallen into the consumerism and self-centeredness. I can’t tell you how much your book has affected the way I approach conflict in my own life and how I am encouraging others to approach church and conflict in a Biblical, Christ-centered manner. Thank you."

“From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for the courage, tact, diplomacy and resolve that you displayed yesterday as you addressed our church.”

“Last evenings service was a powerful time of fellowship in God’s presence, and it was crystal clear that your ministry has laid a strong foundation for the Lord’s future work there. Hallelujah!”

 “It has been my joy to be included in this process. I will be happy to give any bishop my highest recommendation for your work. God has been at work in powerful ways. As the new year began, I was very skeptical about what people were willing to do to bring reconciliation. I am amazed by God’s power and the congregation’s commitment to be the church. Thank you for your willingness to be the Spirit’s agent. I am very grateful.” 

“I want to thank you and your team for pouring yourselves out for us this past week. You hit the nail right on the head. Your presentation this afternoon was careful, thoughtful and thorough, and I think will prove to be right on the money. My hope is that we can get through the pain and listen to what the Spirit says about your recommendations.”

"From someone ‘in the pew’ the day you gave your oral report to us, I would like you to know, that as I listened, I was struck by the accuracy of your assessment of our church. I was amazed that you and the team, in your hours with us, could pinpoint so well what was going on. You did not take sides, nor were you unfair to the pastor or the elders. In fact, I thought it was remarkable that you were able to assess the strengths and weaknesses of both, and yet strike a note of hope for all of us in this mess. Your findings are accurate, discerning, and from the Lord, and I thank you for what you and the Team were able to accomplish here."