Ongasa and the Robbers

A man in disguise saves a Congolese pastor’s life. As the sun set over Congo’s jungle, a car pulled up to Thomas Ongasa’s country home. To his envious, watchful neighbors, the Congolese pastor appeared wealthy. He had connections in America, after all, and knew donors across the sea who sent large containers of Bibles. He had the blessing of the …

Letter from Mike: Congo – June 2020

“During His ministry Jesus devoted more time to healing the sick than to preaching. His miracles testified to the truth of His words, that He came not to destroy but to save. His righteousness went before Him, and the glory of the Lord was His rearward. Wherever He went, the tidings of His mercy preceded Him. Where He had passed, …

Jesus in the Marketplace

A blind woman senses the presence of Jesus. The tension of political unrest filled the city with turbulence. Quick tempers flared and locals took sides for and against the government. The busy market was always a hub of activity, crammed with rickety makeshift booths where every sort of local product hung from the awnings and covered the wooden tables. But …

Messenger of Salvation

Messenger of Salvation A powerful chief prays for God to send someone to lead him to Jesus and the truth. Because I am a tribal chief, many people are afraid of me—but now it was my turn to be afraid. I had suddenly become seriously sick, and it seemed I must die. It didn’t help me, now, to be the …

Taught by a Woman

Taught by a Woman The object of a man’s prejudice shares the gospel with him. The Democratic Republic of Congo is the most populated French-speaking country in the world. Home to over 85 million people and more than 250 ethnic groups, Congo has a broad diversity of culture and traditions. One Congolese culture does not allow women equal social status …

A Call for Help

A Call for Help Amidst setbacks, the gospel work continues in Central Congo. I have seen it time and again: Missionary work changes people’s lives in miraculous ways. Yet too often we limit our efforts to special trips and convenient time frames. How can we remain idle while Satan is working hard to deceive and destroy souls? How long can …

Led by an Angel

Led by an Angel A stranger directs truth seekers to the Seventh-day Adventist Church. My name is Shintoni, and I come from Kwilu Province, one of the darkest, poorest regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Many people from my area have never heard about the Three Angels’ Messages and the second coming of Jesus. What people do believe in …