VANCOUVER, BC – J.I. Packer met the Lord face-to-face on July 17, 2020, when he passed from this life just a few days prior to his 94th birthday. I can think of no better way to remember J.I. Packer than to say that, beyond any doubt, he knew God. Everyone who knew him personally would… Continue reading J.I. Packer Memoriam – A Man Who Knew God Well (1926-2020)
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Slavic Gospel Association Surprises Russian Healthcare Heroes with ‘Love in Action’
LOVES PARK, IL — The Slavic Gospel Association (SGA) helped Evangelical Christians in Russia and the former Soviet Union to provide more than 1.5 million free meals to families facing hunger due to COVID-19 — even surprising frontline healthcare workers with food packages and a message of God’s love. “We’d like to share with you… Continue reading Slavic Gospel Association Surprises Russian Healthcare Heroes with ‘Love in Action’
Museum of the Bible Honors Corrie ten Boom
WASHINGTON — The Museum of the Bible has announced a new display celebrating the life of Holocaust hero Corrie ten Boom, a Dutch woman and devout Christian who hid hundreds of Jews and refugees from the Nazis during the Holocaust. The display has been done in partnership with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA). Corrie… Continue reading Museum of the Bible Honors Corrie ten Boom
‘We’re Grateful’: Faith Groups Grateful for CARES Act Loans | The Oklahoman
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — The CARES Act rescued houses of worship that were forced to close during the recent COVID-19 pandemic shutdown. Many faith groups and religious affiliates across the state grasped a financial lifeline through forgivable loans from the federal government. Congress approved the money through the Coronavirus Aid and Economic Security Act (CARES… Continue reading ‘We’re Grateful’: Faith Groups Grateful for CARES Act Loans | The Oklahoman
Wycliffe Associates Makes the Bible Accessible for Oral Cultures
ORLANDO, FL — Wycliffe Associates, an international organization that empowers mother-tongue Bible translators and partners with local churches in the advancement of Bible translation, has received requests for 479 Bible Translation Recording Kits (BTRKs) that make it possible to complete an entire recorded translation of the Bible. The kits consist of a computer tablet, translation… Continue reading Wycliffe Associates Makes the Bible Accessible for Oral Cultures
Operation Mobilization Youth Leader Impacts Albania’s Next Generation
ALBANIA — God transformed Armando as a teen when a mentor from (Operation Mobilization) OM took time to study God’s Word and share life with him. Today, Armando reaches out to other youth in his home town of Dushk in Albania, helping them discover what it looks like to follow Jesus. Armando Dosti “Dushk is… Continue reading Operation Mobilization Youth Leader Impacts Albania’s Next Generation
Walking in the Spirit in the World of Social Media
It seems that we have arrived at a time and place where social media makes it the time to revise the famous quote about character from H. Jackson Brown, Jr. that “Our character is what we do when we think no one else is looking.” Perhaps an updated version might more correctly advise that “Our… Continue reading Walking in the Spirit in the World of Social Media
Feeding Thousands in Persecuted Nations & the USA
CHARLOTTE, NC — CMM thanks partners who helped send thousands of dollars weekly the last two months for feeding starving brethren in many nations in Africa and Asia. CMM works closely with known, trusted, indigenous missionaries in 70 nations. We have known many of these dear friends for years in India, Nigeria and Pakistan are… Continue reading Feeding Thousands in Persecuted Nations & the USA
Fellowship of Christians and Jews Gathers Emergency Aid for Israel
JERUSALEM — Against the backdrop of the severe economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Israel’s Ministry of Social Affairs and the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) have set up emergency funds in 140 municipalities across the country. The funds will help local welfare departments provide immediate assistance to families and elderly… Continue reading Fellowship of Christians and Jews Gathers Emergency Aid for Israel
Christ in Youth – Limited Only by God’s Power
JOPLIN, MO – In 1968, Bob Stacy, a professor at Ozark Bible College, was inspired to create a way to present the Gospel message to young people in a way that was contemporarily and culturally relevant. That’s not only difficult to do. It’s even more difficult to sustain. Kids today are not even remotely interested… Continue reading Christ in Youth – Limited Only by God’s Power
One Hope: God’s Word to Every Child
ATLANTA, GA – According to the One Hope Ministry website, the Lord burdened founder Bob Hoskins’ heart to understand that “Satan targets children in horrible ways to destroy the potential of the next generation.” He wept and prayed continually for many days until he was certain about what God was calling him to do to… Continue reading One Hope: God’s Word to Every Child
Helping the Hurting at Stephen Ministries
ST LOUIS, MO – Stephen Ministries are laypeople in local, Bible-believing churches who have been trained to come alongside others who are experiencing grief or stress in their lives. Galatians 6:2 is the basis for the compassionate, one-on-one, caregiving ministry by commissioned Stephen Ministers. “Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill… Continue reading Helping the Hurting at Stephen Ministries
2020 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom
WASHINGTON, DC – Its 2020 Annual Report on international freedom of religion has been made available to the public by the USCIRF. Various media reports have created confusion concerning the publication, with some referring to it as “the 2019 report” and others as “the 2020 report.” For clarification, the title of the 104-page document is… Continue reading 2020 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom
God’s Word for God’s World per The Langham Partnership
CAVE CREEK, AZ – The vision of the Langham Partnership is to see churches in the Majority World equipped for mission and growing to maturity in Christ through the ministry of pastors and leaders who believe, teach, and live by the Word of God. The ministry concept and partnership was created under the leadership of… Continue reading God’s Word for God’s World per The Langham Partnership
GO 2020 Reaches 277 Million People with Gospel in Midst of Pandemic
BERLIN, GERMANY — Global Outreach Day’s GO 2020 mobilized over 57 million Christians worldwide to reach 277 million with the Gospel. Despite social distancing due to COVID-19, Christians shared the Gospel digitally, by phone, text, and through food and mask distributions, with Bibles and tracts, as well as personal evangelism. “We were surprised by the… Continue reading GO 2020 Reaches 277 Million People with Gospel in Midst of Pandemic
Christian Vision Sees Explosive Growth in Digital Evangelism
MCKINNEY, TX — Christian Vision (CV), a charity that has focused on online digital evangelism for the past ten years, has seen explosive growth in the take up of their digital media. They are supporting churches with FREE digital content for use in their digital mission. In this time of global fear and uncertainty, churches… Continue reading Christian Vision Sees Explosive Growth in Digital Evangelism
Honoring Modern Day Christian Martyrs
BARTLESVILLE, OK— Some 4,000 Christians are killed for their faith each year. To commemorate them – and to stand with the suffering church – believers across the world took part in the Day of the Christian Martyr on June 29. Organizations like Voice of the Martyrs and Release International honored some of the true heroes… Continue reading Honoring Modern Day Christian Martyrs
Tennessee Protects Disabled Patients During Pandemic
BRISTOL, TN — The Tennessee-based, 18,000-member Christian Medical Association (CMA, www.cmda.org) lauded a Tennessee patient protection policy that protects disabled patients during the COVID pandemic. The policy was announced this afternoon by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights (OCR) and developed collaboratively between HHS, the state of Tennessee,… Continue reading Tennessee Protects Disabled Patients During Pandemic
USCIRF Urges Thailand, Malaysia to Protect Rohingya Muslim Refugees Stranded at Sea
WASHINGTON, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) calls on the governments of Thailand and Malaysia to admit boats carrying Rohingya Muslim refugees stranded at sea. “Thai and Malaysian authorities must recognize their obligations under international law to refugees fleeing ethnic and religious violence,” USCIRF Chair Gayle Manchin stated. “USCIRF urges… Continue reading USCIRF Urges Thailand, Malaysia to Protect Rohingya Muslim Refugees Stranded at Sea
Courage for Life
ATLANTA, GA – It may surprise you to learn that more than 230,000 women are incarcerated in prisons in America. That’s more women than the entire populations of Richmond, Virginia; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; or Seattle, Washington. Courage for Life, a faith-based organization headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in ministries to imprisoned and at-risk women. Every… Continue reading Courage for Life
Bethany Christian Services Prepares for a Revolution in International Adoptions
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Bethany Christian Services has been watching a trend that is leading them to revolutionize their approach to international adoptions. What they have witnessed and what they have foreseen is very similar to what the author of Revolution in World Missions, K.P. Yohannan, did nearly 40 years ago. KP Yohannan recognized the… Continue reading Bethany Christian Services Prepares for a Revolution in International Adoptions
Hope Heals: Reaching the Disabled with Jesus’ Love
ATLANTA, GA – Did you know that more than one billion people in the world are disabled? Did you know that disabled persons have the highest rates of unemployment, abuse, divorce, homelessness, and suicide? Did you know that disabled people comprise the largest minority group in the United States? Or did you know that disabled… Continue reading Hope Heals: Reaching the Disabled with Jesus’ Love
COVID-19 Quarantine Strands International Children’s Choir
WOODLAND, WA — When an international children’s choir’s tour was canceled due to the COVID-19 quarantine, Woodland citizens stepped up and made sure these children had a place to stay and food to eat while being stranded in the United States.The Children of the World International Children’s Choir is made up of children from Nepal,… Continue reading COVID-19 Quarantine Strands International Children’s Choir
Social Tensions Ignite Call for July Fourth ‘Healing Wave’
GREENVILLE, SC — Amid rising social tensions in the U.S., one organization today challenged Americans to “invite someone different” to their Fourth of July cookout, calling for a “healing wave” across the nation. “Jesus taught us to ‘love one another.’ Now, more than ever, America needs to put love into action,” said Mark Hancock, CEO… Continue reading Social Tensions Ignite Call for July Fourth ‘Healing Wave’
Major Human Trafficking Site Seized by DOJ
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Justice has shut down a major human trafficking web site for prostitution and sex trafficking and has indicted the owner. CityXGuide.com was a leading source of online advertisements for prostitution and sex trafficking which served clients across the nation, including a list of 14 “Favorite Cities” such as Dallas,… Continue reading Major Human Trafficking Site Seized by DOJ
Attacks on Turkish Churches as Some Blame Christians for COVID-19
EASTON, MD — A satellite television broadcaster in the Middle East is using its unique platform to show that Christians are not a threat as angry protesters attack churches and some blame Christians for COVID-19. After a recent arson attempt on a church in Istanbul — Turkey’s largest city — the suspect told police that… Continue reading Attacks on Turkish Churches as Some Blame Christians for COVID-19
The USCIRF Urges Administration to Enforce the Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act
WASHINGTON, DC – The USCIRF (U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom) released the following statement urging the Administration to immediately enforce the Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act, which was signed by President Donald Trump: “Along with Congress, the official communication and policy of this administration has been unambiguous in expressing both concern and outrage over… Continue reading The USCIRF Urges Administration to Enforce the Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act
Toybox Charity Shares Stories of Street Kids in Lockdown
UK — Life was already desperate for street children across the world, but since the lockdown they have even less access to food and clean water to survive. To highlight their stories Christian charity Toybox posted a video from their partners, who asked children to document some of their lives during the coronavirus pandemic. The… Continue reading Toybox Charity Shares Stories of Street Kids in Lockdown
CHETNA – Saving Street Children
NEW DELHI – It is estimated that there are more than 100,000 street children living in each of the major metropolitan areas in India, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. It is also believed by many that these estimates are low, that the number of street children in each of these three cities alone exceeds 300,000.… Continue reading CHETNA – Saving Street Children
Advice for Fellow Fathers: Seek the Father — David Jeremiah Voices | Christian Post
EL CAJON, CA — David Jeremiah shares his reflection on David, the fathers of the Bible, and longing for the Father this Father’s day season. Surrounding this Father’s Day I’ve been reflecting on King David and a few other fathers of the Bible that longed for the Father. Men whose names are taught for generations… Continue reading Advice for Fellow Fathers: Seek the Father — David Jeremiah Voices | Christian Post
Sanctity of Life Endangered in America Says AWVI 2020
PHOENIX, AZ – The Cultural Research Center (CRC) at Arizona Christian University released the seventh in a series of insights from its American Worldview Inventory 2020 on June 23. This portion of the AWVI 2020 dealt with the American perspective on the sanctity of life, i.e., “Is life sacred?” The questions posed in this portion… Continue reading Sanctity of Life Endangered in America Says AWVI 2020
Life Factors Reaches Out to Fatherless on Father’s Day
DUNCANSVILLE, PA — The national non-profit ministry focused on fatherlessness Life Factors Fatherless Ministries released A Guide to Ministering to Fatherless Families on One of Their Hardest Days: Father’s Day. The purpose of this free guide is to lead local churches across the United States with ideas to evangelize and disciple fatherless families around one… Continue reading Life Factors Reaches Out to Fatherless on Father’s Day
Open Doors Feeds Displaced Nigerian Community
NIGERIA — Last year attacks by nomadic Fulani herdsmen forced an entire Christian community in Naka, Nigeria to flee their homes. But in February this year, Open Doors was able to deliver vital aid to 1,500 families before Covid-19 travel restrictions were introduced. Pastor Sunday shares his appreciation for the impact this crucial help has… Continue reading Open Doors Feeds Displaced Nigerian Community
Pastor Bill Johnson’s New Book, ‘Hope in Any Crisis,’ Available Now
ORLANDO, FL — Senior Pastor of Northern California’s Bethel Church and Best-Selling Author, Bill Johnson, is releasing his inspiring new book, Hope in Any Crisis, about finding peace and comfort when gripped by fear in uncertain times, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic. “It would be wonderful if, in writing Hope in Any Crisis, I… Continue reading Pastor Bill Johnson’s New Book, ‘Hope in Any Crisis,’ Available Now
Gospel for Asia’s New ‘Don’t Mask Your Eyes’ Campaign Lifts Veil on ‘Injustice’ of Starving Migrants
WILLS POINT, TX — With starvation fueled by the COVID-19 crisis threatening thousands across South Asia, a leading mission agency has launched a new global movement — Don’t Mask Your Eyes — to draw attention to starving migrants and their families. “The face mask has become a symbol of our deeply troubled times,” said K.P.… Continue reading Gospel for Asia’s New ‘Don’t Mask Your Eyes’ Campaign Lifts Veil on ‘Injustice’ of Starving Migrants
LA Dream Center Partners With ‘Jesus Daily’ to Raise Funds for Families Affected by COVID-19
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Dream Center is pleased to announce they will be partnering with Jesus Daily in a Facebook live event produced by Dream On Productions to raise funds that will provide meals for families affected by COVID-19. Since the outbreak of the pandemic, the Dream Center has opened its doors seven… Continue reading LA Dream Center Partners With ‘Jesus Daily’ to Raise Funds for Families Affected by COVID-19
The Heart of Soul-Winner Gifts Glorious Worship Songs to the Church
ORLANDO — When Reinhard Bonnke was called home, he left a breathtaking legacy characterized by multiplied millions of souls rescued for an eternity in heaven. His tireless evangelistic work, the outgrowth of a rare and all-consuming love for God, enriched heaven beyond comprehension and will resound far beyond the end of time. Bonnke’s impact was… Continue reading The Heart of Soul-Winner Gifts Glorious Worship Songs to the Church
Help and High Hopes for Kenya
HUDSONVILLE, MI – Kenya Hope was established when a group of like-minded Christians shared concern for reaching the widespread tribes in Kenya. They made a commitment to research the complex, interwoven problems common in developing nations and to provide immediate aid, holistic rehabilitation, and long-term recovery. The Kenya Hope team used a four-fold approach for… Continue reading Help and High Hopes for Kenya
World Refugee Day Report: 80 Million Displaced – 40 Million Are Children
NEW YORK — June 20 is observed annually as World Refugee Day. The United Nations defines a refugee as “someone who fled his or her home and country owing to “well-founded fear of persecution because of his/her race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion.” While that definition seems to be… Continue reading World Refugee Day Report: 80 Million Displaced – 40 Million Are Children
Social Media Throws Lifeline to Secret Believer in North Africa
NORTH AFRICA – Islèm* was brought up in a Muslim family. As far as her father knows, she is still a Muslim. But this 22-year-old student is courageously following Jesus in secret – and she found out about Him online. When Islèm was 15, she discovered a Christian Facebook group, who connected her to a… Continue reading Social Media Throws Lifeline to Secret Believer in North Africa
MENA: An Explosion of Spiritual Hunger
MENA – Have you seen the news from Iran lately? If you have, you probably know about the economic sanctions, the assassination of one of its military leaders, the military training incident where an Iranian ship launched a missile that hit one of its own ships, taking 20 lives. Earthquakes have rocked the country several… Continue reading MENA: An Explosion of Spiritual Hunger
KP Yohannan Talks COVID-19 with Kerby Anderson
DALLAS, TX – The Point of View radio talk show has been recognized as “America’s most popular call-in show” by Christianity Today magazine. The program, broadcasted nationally and hosted by Kerby Anderson, Penna Dexter and Kelly Shackelford, “provides biblical clarity, truth and content to restore a Christian worldview” to our culture. Gospel for Asia (GFA)… Continue reading KP Yohannan Talks COVID-19 with Kerby Anderson
Have You Ever Heard of The Four?
ZURICH – Have you ever heard of The Four? Not the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Not the “Fab Four.” Not even the Three Musketeers and D’Artagnan. The Four is a ministry branch of Campus Crusade of Switzerland (Campus für Christus Schweiz) under the umbrella of Agape Europe and in association with the international ministry… Continue reading Have You Ever Heard of The Four?
Spiritual Health of Our Nation is Essential: Rev. Samuel Rodriguez
SACRAMENTO, CA — The president of the largest Hispanic/Latino Christian organization in the U.S. and the general superintendent of the largest Pentecostal denomination in the world are celebrating President Trump’s recent announcement that houses of worship are “essential” institutions and should reopen. “Churches are essential. The spiritual health of our nation is essential. Churches can… Continue reading Spiritual Health of Our Nation is Essential: Rev. Samuel Rodriguez
How the Pandemic Opened Doors in Durham
DURHAM, NC – Pastor Kent Butterfield and his wife, Rosaria, began their pastoral ministry in Durham, North Carolina, in the Spring of 2012. The conservative, evangelical, Bible-believing church to which they had been called was just a short walk from the university campus where the Blue Devils have dominated collegiate basketball for decades. What are… Continue reading How the Pandemic Opened Doors in Durham
Living Water International Vision, Values, Strategy & Measurable Results
STAFFORD, TX – Living Water International was founded in 1990 to “demonstrate the love of God by helping communities acquire desperately needed clean water and experience ‘living water’ – the gospel of Jesus Christ.” In 2014, Living Water did what far too many faith-based organizations fail to do. They developed a world-class, 25-year vision and… Continue reading Living Water International Vision, Values, Strategy & Measurable Results
What Does It Take to Aid Over 1.8 Billion People?
WILLS POINT, TX – Is it even possible to comprehend over 1.8 billion people? Where would you even find that many people? It is nearly impossible for our minds to grasp that many people in South Asia, but India would be a good place to start. For those who have not been to India, these… Continue reading What Does It Take to Aid Over 1.8 Billion People?
EMI: Design, Discipleship & Diversity in Missions
COLORADO SPRINGS – Engineering Ministries International was incorporated in 1982. EMI was God’s call on a structural engineer to develop a group of design professionals to aid and support Christian missions agencies in their outreaches to people most in need. They would do this by using engineering “to win people to Christ who would not… Continue reading EMI: Design, Discipleship & Diversity in Missions
2020 Is the ‘Year of the Bible’ – Christians to Renew Their Love for God’s Word | CBN
The global campaign to make 2020 the “Year of the Bible” is underway. Roughly 400 church leaders and pastors met at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC, on Wednesday in an effort to increase engagement with God’s Word. Evangelist Nick Hall and his PULSE organization are leading the Year of the Bible, an… Continue reading 2020 Is the ‘Year of the Bible’ – Christians to Renew Their Love for God’s Word | CBN
‘Farmers to Families’ Provides Food to Families in North Texas
In accordance with the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, ‘Farmers to Families’ will provide fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and dairy products directly from farms and package them in family-sized food boxes