With 13 of India’s 29 states passing legislature to restrict conversions, Christians are all the more vulnerable to persecution from extremists. “Hindu nationalists have been on a rampage, threatening the Christian community,” Open Doors reported, quoting local pastor Abel. “Pastors have been assaulted and falsely accused of enticing people to become Christians. Church meetings areContinue reading “India Restricts Conversions”
Author Archives: Mikaela Vincent, Author, More Than A Conqueror Books, www.MoreThanAConquerorBooks.com
Shining in Battle
This is not a battle of sickness versus health, black versus white, gender versus preference, party versus party, or country versus country. Those are just earthly skirmishes skittering around the deeper issue at the core. Every voice clamoring to be heard was created for abundant life through Christ, and He is pursuing each one ofContinue reading “Shining in Battle”
Transformation in Our Nation
Awaken us to You, O God. Get up in our face. Invade our space. Demand our attention. Distract us with Your love. Lift the veil from our eyes and show us who You truly are. Knock down our idols. Set us free from our sin. Heal our minds and hearts. Transform us by Your loveContinue reading “Transformation in Our Nation”
Flash Floods in Southern China
Heavy rain in southern China has resulted in landslides and flooding, devastating crops and homes, affecting millions of people, killing at least 32 in Hunan, Fujian, Yunnan and Guangxi, leaving others still missing, and displacing nearly 300,000 in Hunan alone. Flooding is normal this time of year, but the memory of last summer’s rains thatContinue reading “Flash Floods in Southern China”
Somalia at Risk of Famine
After four failed rainy seasons (and possibly now a fifth), much of Somalia has plunged into severe drought and could soon face famine, especially with a drop in grain imports from Russia and Ukraine. Lack of food and water has already resulted in hundreds of deaths this year, many of those happening in children ofContinue reading “Somalia at Risk of Famine”
Abductions in Nigeria
Just two days before the Pentecost Sunday massacre and abduction of Catholic worshippers in southwest Nigeria, armed kidnappers attacked a Baptist pastor’s residence in Kachia, taking captive his five children and demanding a ransom of $96,000 for their release, along with another elderly man. Last month, a Methodist prelate was abducted in Abia State, butContinue reading “Abductions in Nigeria”
Peace in the Midst of Danger
As missionaries raising our children in one of the most dangerous countries in the world, we are often asked, “Aren’t you afraid?” At first, yes; very, in fact. But then, through heavy trials and spiritual warfare, the Lord cast out fear with His perfect love. 1 John 4:18. Not only did He carry us throughContinue reading “Peace in the Midst of Danger”
Mass Turned Massacre in Nigeria
Dozens of worshippers died in a brutal attack Sunday at a Catholic Church in Owo, Nigeria. Gunmen rode up on motorcycles and then open-fired, detonating explosives, killing about 70, including children, and abducting others. The church, which seats as many as 1,200, was full for the celebration of Pentecost. Thousands of Christians are martyred everyContinue reading “Mass Turned Massacre in Nigeria”
Missiles Hit Kyiv
After weeks of calm in Kyiv, as Russia focused on Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region, missiles bombarded the capital once again yesterday. Lord, please have mercy. Cover Kyiv and all of Ukraine with Your mighty hand. Turn around hearts bent on evil and destruction, and save the innocent, please Father. Awaken the hearts of those whoContinue reading “Missiles Hit Kyiv”
25 Mass Shootings Since Uvalde
At least 25 mass shootings have occurred in the US since the 21 tragic deaths in Uvalde over a week ago; and at least 237 since January. Let’s pray God will comfort those who grieve, heal those who are injured and draw them to Himself. Survivors struggling with anxiety and other disorders related to theContinue reading “25 Mass Shootings Since Uvalde”
