As I asked the Lord today what He wanted to say to His body, this is what He led me to share*: I’m here with you. I know this life has been hard. I know what your past has held and how many questions you have asked about why it had to happen. And IContinue reading “The Overcoming”
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Uganda: Convert from Islam Martyred
After six months of learning about Christianity, 22-year-old Abudu Amisi chose Jesus as his Savior on June 22, but feared for his life because of his former ties to a Muslim missionary and the Islamic community. Christians provided a rental home for him, and he remained indoors for two weeks. But on July 8, AmisiContinue reading “Uganda: Convert from Islam Martyred”
Pray for the Innocent
An estimated 1.7 billion children worldwide experience abuse (about 3 million within the USA). In most cases, that abuse happens by the hand of a parent or other family member, but an estimated 8 million children go missing every year, anywhere between 400,000 to 800,000 of those within the USA. In addition, many children growContinue reading “Pray for the Innocent”
Hungry Prisoners Ask for Bibles
“Prison Fellowship has witnessed a remarkable surge in testimonies of incarcerated men and women encountering Jesus Christ through personal Scripture study. With a dedicated program for distributing Bibles, (Christian) books and other valuable resources, the ministry has seen an extraordinary increase in the demand for God’s Word,” reported Charisma News on June 22. In fact,Continue reading “Hungry Prisoners Ask for Bibles”
Don’t Run Away; Run Into His Arms
A comforting word from the Lord for us today: My child, I know it’s been hard. I’ve seen what you’re going through. In fact, I knew it would happen before it ever did, and I have a plan for bringing the good out of what the enemy meant for evil. Don’t run away, or theContinue reading “Don’t Run Away; Run Into His Arms”
Adolescent Wrongfully Arrested in Pakistan
Thirteen-year-old Simon laughed with his cousin Adil about which of them would win in a fight. One said he could punch like Muhammed Ali, and the other jokingly responded, “You are not Muhammed Ali. You are a dog.” A Muslim police officer inaccurately overheard the conversation as disrespect for the Islamic prophet Muhammad and beatContinue reading “Adolescent Wrongfully Arrested in Pakistan”
Revival in Oregon, Hundreds Turn to Christ
On Memorial Day weekend this year, more than 600 people gave their lives to Christ in a small town in Oregon, as close to 13,000 gathered to celebrate the Greater Klamath CityFest. Organized by 53 churches in the Klamath Falls Basin, the weekend celebration included concerts, gatherings, dinners, and various outreaches to prisoners and youth,Continue reading “Revival in Oregon, Hundreds Turn to Christ”
Prayer Sparks Awakening in South Louisiana
Three years ago, a group of pastors in south Louisiana gathered together to pray for revival in their community. Then last fall, long before the Asbury outpouring in the spring, hundreds of believers began praying together for awakening. Now more than 1,300 souls have turned to Christ. Baptist Message‘s April edition reported 513 saved duringContinue reading “Prayer Sparks Awakening in South Louisiana”
Nigerian President Replaces Leaders
Bola Tinubu, sworn in as president of Nigeria last month, has named replacements to lead the military, police and defense intelligence. In addition, he is expected to appoint new boards for all government agencies within the next few weeks, Fox News reported Monday. For years now, the mainly Christian nation has been wracked with violenceContinue reading “Nigerian President Replaces Leaders”
Cyclone Hits Southern Brazil
More than 13 have died and dozens are still missing after a cyclone hit Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do Sul this weekend. Thousands have been displaced from their homes, even as more rainfall and low temperatures loom ahead in the coming week. Loving Father, please rescue those who are trapped, heal those whoContinue reading “Cyclone Hits Southern Brazil”
