COLLEGE PLACE, Wash.—Whatever happened to all the mission stories we used to hear in church? It’s time to bring them back. Now you can feature mission stories in your church with a free DVD from Gospel Outreach. Each DVD includes several short episodes that tell of miracles and changed lives, with video footage straight from the mission field. Reserve your free copy today by calling Gospel Outreach at (509) 525-2951, or by sending an email to office@goaim.org. Simply request the free … [Read more...]
God Calls Samuel
When Boddu Narayana was born in a remote village in India, no one would have guessed that one day he would be a mighty worker for God. Boddu was still quite young when missionaries came to his village and turned the hearts of his parents to the Lord. They were anxious for Boddu, now named Samuel, to be brought up in the Lord’s way of life. So in 1983 they enrolled him in an Adventist kindergarten school. When it was time for Samuel to begin primary school, the tuition was too expensive … [Read more...]
More than 6,000 baptized in Mindanao
GENERAL SANTOS CITY, Philippines—From the start of our partnership in this area of evangelism, we’ve been doing the best we can. During the first three quarters of 2011, 6,536 people have been baptized in Southern Mindanao Mission. Just recently, Pastor Abner Roque and his wife, Eleanor, both retired North Philippine Union Conference workers, concluded evangelistic meetings in Kidapawan City with 357 baptisms and more to follow. As of this writing, evangelistic meetings are underway in … [Read more...]
Here’s how to revitalize and strengthen your church
Sometimes people express concern that money sent to foreign mission fields comes at the expense of local church needs. We believe the opposite is true. Ellen White offers this counsel: “The home missionary work will be farther advanced in every way when a more liberal, self-denying, self-sacrificing spirit is manifested for the prosperity of foreign missions; for the prosperity of the home work depends largely, under God, upon the reflex influence of the evangelical work done in countries … [Read more...]
Adventures in Missions can be seen on 3ABN
COLLEGE PLACE, Wash.—The 30-minute Gospel Outreach Adventures in Missions television program is scheduled to begin airing on the 3ABN network on January 1. “It’s impossible not to be excited by what’s happening in the 10/40 Window as people there respond to Jesus’ love,” says Dan Preas, president of Gospel Outreach. “Miracles are happening. Lives are being changed. God is alive, well and moving in a mighty way through the power of His Spirit and Gospel Outreach workers. We’re … [Read more...]
Share the light in Africa
COLLEGE PLACE, Wash.—How do you share the story of Jesus with people who don’t read? That’s the challenge among the 880,000 Maasai who live in Kenya, Africa. They are a nomadic tribe that herds cattle, sheep and goats. Most of the Maasai have no formal education. They learn by word of mouth. In their area is a free dental clinic. The dentists at the clinic hand out audio players that tell the story of salvation in the Maasai language. Many people have chosen to follow Jesus as a … [Read more...]
Children’s literacy center helps lead family to Jesus
KATHMANDU, Nepal—Children’s literacy centers have been started in 11 different places, and we’re in our second year. I recently baptized a 12-year-old boy named Samir, who has been attending our literacy center in Nepaltar in the evening after his regular school. He was impressed with the way our facilitator began the class with prayer, songs and stories from the Bible. Samir began to attend church. Soon his whole family became interested in Jesus and His love. All have accepted Jesus. … [Read more...]
Growing in the love of Jesus Christ
SAHJANKALA, India—I was born and brought up in a Hindu family. I never heard about Jesus Christ, that He is God Himself. Recently there was a meeting conducted by Ajay Kumar, a Gospel Outreach Bible worker. He was preaching with the mighty power of the Holy Spirit. About 70 people were listening very carefully. I attended this meeting. An interest was created within me, and day after day I attended. Ajay was preaching from Ezekiel 28:15-17, Genesis 3:1-5 and Genesis 3:17-19. I realized I was … [Read more...]
Protected during fall from a utility pole
KADAPA, India—Swamidas was doing some wiring on a utility pole when he suddenly fell and was rendered unconscious. Bystanders were frightened by his condition. They immediately called the church pastor and church members to pray for him. Swamidas regained consciousness and was taken to the hospital. He was pronounced normal in all respects. Swamidas thanks God for rescuing him from that trouble. … [Read more...]