Tragedy and Triumph

Tragedy and Triumph The death of a believer opens the door to truth. “There is swelling and bleeding in his brain,” the doctor shook his head. “We can do nothing more to save his life.” The accident had happened very quickly. A faithful church member named Freddy was riding in the back of a truck when the vehicle brakes failed. …

Okenyoru’s Predicament

Okenyoru’s Predicament God redeems disaster when an amputee finds the gospel. Okenyoru had a real predicament. He had traveled to Kenyenya to pick up some beer for the bar he owned in Ibencho. On the way home, his motorbike taxi slid in the mud and tipped over, injuring Okenyoru’s leg. Hobbling home, he asked his wife to clean the wound. …

My Life Before Jesus

My Life Before Jesus A man survives a drug overdose. I met Kevin Hutton at a church social event on a Sabbath a few months ago. I did not recognize him as a member of the church, and I wanted to become acquainted. From our first conversation, I understood that he had learned from Scripture that Saturday was the Sabbath, …

Gospel Light in the Darkness

Gospel Light in the Darkness The good news reaches a resistant town. Residents of Bwera were known for their loose and lewd behaviors. As the sun set on Saturday nights, Bwera residents flocked to the famous “Kabagarame,” where pork and partying were significant themes. Only the breaking dawn sent the partiers home to Bwera with a hangover.  This stronghold of …

Divorcing the Devil and Marrying Christ

Divorcing the Devil and Marrying Christ A young woman faces demonic oppression in Uganda. My young suitor charmingly swept me off my feet. When I gave him my hand in marriage, little did I realize that I was marrying a witch. By choosing him as my life partner, I unknowingly gave the devil more access to my life. Three days …

Lina’s Story

Lina’s Story A paralyzed woman receives hope through door-to-door Bible work. Lina sighed as she dropped the last coins into the cash register. It had been a long night, but closing time had finally come. She picked up her keys from behind the bar and turned toward the door. Just then, a man staggered in. “Hey lady,” he slurred, “sell …

Mike’s Free Taxi

Mike’s Free Taxi A Seventh-day Adventist gets a free taxi ride for witnessing! It was later in the morning when I realized I needed to get some groceries. Our hotel breakfast had been scant, since almost all the food was unhealthy, and my daughter and I would be here in Ottawa, Ontario for several days. Asking around, I learned of …

Emmanuel

Emmanuel A young man’s faith is challenged and blessed. Emmanuel took the front seat, asked for a volunteer to pray, and began to speak. “Open with me the book of Daniel, chapter one.”  As I listened, this young man’s wisdom and explanation of Bible prophecy astounded me. He handled the subject like a trained teacher, although he had never attended …