Editing Nico's Youth Group Years (section)

=== The Prophecies ===
Around this time, Nico received multiple prophecies from various members of the church. An American visitor told him he saw a rake in Nico's hand, with which he was working the ground, and many people were receiving what he produced. He was told that God loved his "boldness" (courage), that many looked up to him, that he was a leader, and that he would use these gifts for Jesus because he burned for the faith. These prophecies—declaring special calling, leadership potential, and divine favor—were typical of charismatic church culture. They speak for themselves.