Brother Andrew's Blog, page 139

How to Pray for the Persecuted in 7 Hotbed Regions of the World

As Christians, we know and believe the most powerful force for change we have at our disposal is prayer.

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Jesus Appears to a Shaman on the Brink of Death in China

Nobody lives outside of the reach of Jesus. Nobody.

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Why Christians in India Are Facing More Danger Than Ever

If you’ve been following the faith-based media headlines, you’ve likely heard about new challenges facing Christians in India. But understanding today’s events can be difficult without first understanding some history.

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Muslims in the Middle East Are Giving Their Lives to Christ Like Never Before

Muslims are coming to Jesus in unprecedented numbers...

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In Nigeria, It’s More Than Just a Water Pump

“I cannot describe our suffering. It was just too much. Now that we have an abundance of water, I think it is a wonder that we all survived those days.”

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“God was removing my pain while I was in prison”

These are words from Alonso, a pastor who was jailed for preaching the gospel in a small community in Oaxaca, Mexico:

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Kidnapped Philippines Priest ‘Alive’ but Marawi Situation Still Dire

The Islamic State has been making inroads in the Philippines since Abu Sayyaf declared allegiance in 2015.

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4 Facts About the Dangerous Group Al-Shabaab

Far less notorious than ISIS or al-Qaeda, al-Shabaab is nonetheless a force of terror in Somalia and its neighboring countries.

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What It Looks Like to Share the Life-Giving Word of God with Children in Iraq

“These books help me understand what Jesus did on earth before he was crucified,” Dani says.

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Christians in the Central African Republic Desperately Need Your Prayers

"God’s Word does not teach us to pray that God kills our enemies but that He will change their hearts."

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