Prioritizing the Great Commission in a time of lock down
Times change but our call never does. More than ever is the world in need of hope, of comfort, of good news. Many doors close as we speak. Our traditional ways of evangelising will not be possible for a time. But we have the Spirit of God. His power in us will enable us to find new ways. In times
Continue ReadingGood news from China
As many nations move into a dark season of lockdown, fear and economic uncertainty, we would like to share some good news with you. In China, life is slowly returning to normal. Our contacts in different parts of China tell us that shops and restaurants are opening, they are able to leave their homes, and from the far West of
Continue ReadingBe encouraged by brother Yun! Thursday 12:00 EST on YouTube
Disappointments can be turned into blessings. This week many American believers were looking forward to hearing brother Yun speak and meeting him in person. Because of Corona travel restrictions, this is no longer possible. BUT… Something else will happen, which may even bless more people than we had foreseen. We will take our tour digital and focus on encouraging believers
Continue ReadingCorona kills senior official in Iran
This morning news broke that Mohammad Mirmohammadi (71), a senior adviser to the Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has died of Corona virus. He was one of several senior government people to be infected, including a vice president and the deputy health minister. This makes the outbreak in Iran unique, because those that need to lead the country through this crisis are
Continue ReadingIran; flood, faith and virus
After a devastating flood in the Southeast of Iran mid-January, our people have been on the ground, helping those affected by a massive scale disaster that barely made the news. Their work has been very fruitful. But a new disaster is looming. A short recap. In three days, some South Eastern tribal regions of Iran saw a year’s worth of
Continue ReadingHaven’t tried the School House tea yet? It’s Giveaway time!
Many of you have heard about and tried the School House Teas. But for those who haven’t yet, there is a special opportunity this weekend to get some of these teas for free! We are exited to be partnering with Storehouse Tea, a company that produces delicious organic specialty teas. Storehouse Tea is a social enterprise with a heart for
Continue ReadingTea lovers, listen up!
Do you love tea? Do you want to support ethical business practises? And do you love your persecuted brothers and sisters? Then this could be important for you! Storehouse Tea is a social enterprise based in Ohio. They blend and sell organic, fair trade teas and use their business to strengthen low-income and immigrant communities. As well as producing high-quality
Continue ReadingThe Middle East is heating up; an emergency prayer guide
Many people are glued to their screens, following developments in Iran and surrounding nations. For Christians every crisis is a call to prayer. We have the privilege of interceding for the world with the God who holds all nations in His hands. Below is a guide with some suggestions. Pray that political leaders, military leaders and media will exercise restraint,
Continue ReadingA hidden Christmas
‘On those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned’ Isaiah 9:2 We prepare to celebrate the coming of Immanuel. And not just us. All over the world, Christians celebrate (be it on different dates) the coming of Christ to earth. The persecuted church celebrates too. Often in secret. And when public festivities are allowed, there is
Continue ReadingA Battle for Souls
Our previous articles have highlighted renewed persecution in China, as well as the system of prison camps, where both Muslim minorities and Christians are being held without trail. But what is going on behind the scenes? Potential for repression This massive wave of religious persecution came unexpected for many, but looking back it was inevitable. When there is revival and
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