Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of prayer and fasting, began in mid-April and ends on May 12. God often moves powerfully during Ramadan to reach Muslims for Christ. See our full coverage here.
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You Can Sponsor a Day of SAT-7 Broadcasts
SAT-7 reaches people all across the Middle East and North Africa with the hope of Jesus Christ. Rex Rogers with SAT-7 USA says, “Some people think, ‘Well, that’s kind of abstract.’ But it’s extremely important for every human being to have some sense of purpose, some […]
God’s Miracles Help Overcome Coronavirus and Demon Possession in South Asia
Local missionaries slowed by COVID-19 in South Asia are seeing the Lord’s work continue unhindered in miracles throughout the region.
Iran’s Young Population Finds Hope in Jesus Christ
Iran has a very young population. Now, these young people have become increasingly discouraged about the political and religious establishments in the country. Read more about their reaction to the country’s political situation here.
Lifeway Announces First In-Person Event Since 2019 — Lifeway Women Live Conference
It’s been a long time coming. After a year of canceled or virtual-only events, Lifeway Women Live will bring women together in person for the first in-person Lifeway Women Live event since 2019.
Jerry Wiles on Can There be Unity in the Body of Christ?
Several years ago I worked with an organization that had every staff member sign a “Covenant of Harmony.” The idea was having everyone abide by biblical principles of resolving conflict and promoting harmony, cooperation and unity within the organization. There are many principles and instructions […]
Demand for Audio Bibles Increases in India as New Coronavirus Variant Emerges
Indian scientists found a new “double mutant” coronavirus variant. It’s unclear whether this variant is affected by vaccines, but officials say it’s not connected to the latest spike in cases.
New Lifeway Poll Shows 86% of Christians are Proud of the Church’s Response to Coronavirus
A new Lifeway Research study shows most self-professing Christians attended church, whether in person or online, and are proud of the way their faith community handled COVID-19.
Mercy Projects: March 2021 Newsletter
Yana Glushko is the Mercy Projects youth ministries director in Kyiv, Ukraine and her husband Igor is a missionary with Teen Challenge and Mercy Projects. I asked them to share their story with us. (Jeff Thompson.)
Persecution or Reform: Which Way is Sudan Headed?
Longtime dictator Omar al-Bashir’s ouster in 2019 ushered in a new era of hope for Sudanese Christians. More on that here. Today, believers question whether recent religious freedom changes will hold or not.
Jerry Wiles on It Only Takes a Spark
In Washington D.C. in 1985, after attending a White House briefing, a friend and I were waiting for a taxi in front of the Old Executive Office Building. It was raining and a kind lady nearby offered to share her umbrella with us. While we […]
Pakistan Partnership Initiative, Pak Mission Society Providing New Grants and Training for Christian Pakistani Entrepreneurs
The COVID-19 pandemic has put pressure on small businesses globally, including in Pakistan. Without any safety nets, many businesses have closed down. However, several groups are coming together to help re-establish Christian small businesses through grants, as well as promote entrepreneurial efforts in the Church.
