Bury My Heart A young missionary looks back on her mission experiences. In August 2011, as I stepped from the plane into the welcoming warmth of the Cambodian air, the Khmer people stepped into my heart. Before many days had passed, I realized that I was here to stay – for as long as God wanted me. So when God …
An Angry Inmate A prisoner becomes upset when presented with the truth. The country of Russia has denied Jehovah’s Witnesses the right to congregate and distribute literature. As Seventh-day Adventists are also considered fundamentalists, we may be subject to similar court orders in the future. A statement written by Ellen White could be closer than we think. “Those who honor …
This quarter, we have put an emphasis on the distribution of pamphlets. As a result, many have begun studying the Bible. Among these, seven of the students regularly visit us. Sister Justine Pitho is one of these Bible students. Sister Justine was five months pregnant when she received our message through the pamphlets. One day a few months later, a …
From Witchdoctor to Friendship Evangelist A former witchdoctor reaches people for Christ. When I first met Paca at an evangelistic meeting in Togo, West Africa, he was training to be a “powerful witchdoctor” in his local village. Since that day in 2009, he has made an incredible transformation. He now works with Pastor Agamah as a Bible Worker, using the …
With All My Heart: Gospel Work for Children An experienced gospel worker finds her niche. I unlatched the gate and pushed it open. My fellow Bible worker and I walked up the path to the Australian home and were soon greeted by a young man we had been studying the Bible with. We had developed a great friendship, and it …
Train Them 2 Fish Helping people help themselves spiritually and physically. The Democratic Republic of Congo is the most populated French speaking country in the world with over 80 million people located in the heart of Africa. This country has been unstable for more than two decades and is also known as one of the poorest countries in the world, …
The Murdered Chief A tragic death brings about 90 baptisms for Christ. A short walk from my home lies the village of Nazombe. In spite of my repeated attempts to make friends in Nazombe, the villagers resisted my efforts to share the gospel with them. Then one day, the village chief disappeared. Rumors spread that I had killed the chief …
A Salaam Aleikum The work progresses in Senegal with volunteers from England. Greetings from Senegal! As the medical missionary work here grows and flourishes, and opportunities for sharing God’s love multiply, our hearts overflow with praise. Even amidst many challenges, God is always good. A little while ago I visited Ita, a young lady suffering from breast cancer. Although she …
Rescuing Ayane Beaten and given alcohol to drink at three months of age, Ayane was in danger until she found grace and peace in a new home. How can this be so complicated?” I turned the small square of cloth over and over. I shook it, sighed, and threw up my hands. Just a few weeks ago I would never …
Prayers for Aluisio Missionary, principal, and father suffers medical setback and then healing! Mom, Papai is calling you! Go quick; he’s throwing up!” Jumping to my feet, I ran down the hall of Noah’s Ark Christian School to the small room at the end which was our home. I stared in horror at Aluisio, my husband, who lay limp in …
