NEPAL A persistent cough. Witch doctor remedies. Death. Could Jesus break the chains of ritualistic religion? Bibek glanced up at the snowy mountain peaks before entering the familiar, humble home of Amir and Dhriti in Nepal.* This was where his parents had lived ever since he could remember. … [Read more...] about Love’s drawing power
Love stronger than disability for couple
ZIMBABWE, AFRICA Mrs. Zhivha is an amputee. Her husband has no physical challenges. The couple hoped to inspire others by sharing their love story on social media. Unfortunately, many people assumed that Mr. Zhivha’s love couldn’t be genuine because his wife was disabled. The couple, disappointed … [Read more...] about Love stronger than disability for couple
Lost goat leads owner into Bible studies
INDIA One sunny day, Missile took his cattle out to graze. When he returned home, he noticed that one of his goats was missing. He grew very worried. It was too late to go out looking, so Missile went to bed hoping that the goat would find its way back home. The next day, Missile visited a … [Read more...] about Lost goat leads owner into Bible studies
New TV program: Destination 10/40
Imagine going on a six-month mission trip to places like Nepal, India, Bangladesh and the Philippines. Now you can by watching the new Destination 10/40 miniseries with hosts Aaron and Lexi Rittenour. They’re videotaping and sharing their experiences on GOTV Missions. Q: When did the idea to … [Read more...] about New TV program: Destination 10/40
The Prophet Without Sin
MUSLIM OUTREACH Omar, a devout Muslim, observed all the requirements of prayer, fasted, and gave alms. The leading imam of the mosque grew to trust him fully, and they became close friends. Eventually, Omar became the number one helper of the imam. On a particular Friday, after prayers, the … [Read more...] about The Prophet Without Sin
God Has 1,000 Ways
INDIA “Oh, please come and see me,” begged Raju Spurgeon, one of our Gospel Outreach Bible workers who lives in a village near the Indian city of Tuni. In 2003, prior to joining Gospel Outreach, we helped build 10 churches in Tuni and normally visited there on our annual mission trip to India. … [Read more...] about God Has 1,000 Ways
Two Thieves Repent
INDIA I was riding my bicycle home one day from the town of Kotpad in East Central India. The path home took me through a dense jungle area. As I approached the jungle, two young men sprang out from behind the trees, demanding, “Give us your money.” Knowing I had only 10 rupees in my bag, I … [Read more...] about Two Thieves Repent
Bible Study Changes Lives in South Sudan
SOUTH SUDAN Remo was a farmer living in the country of South Sudan. Although he had not been able to complete his education, he had learned to read some English. A group of nearby Seventh-day Adventist members asked him to come to their church and share with them what was written in their English … [Read more...] about Bible Study Changes Lives in South Sudan