121 World News

 
January.08

GOD AMONG gods

 

India
In the second-most-populated country in the world, you don't have to look far to see the influence of the many gods and idols worshipped by multitudes of people. Yet many Christians are working feverishly in different ways to bring THE good news to a hungry nation.        More...

KICKING OFF 2008 GOD'S WAY

 
 

Russia
Christmas, New Years, and Birthdays... there have been many reasons to celebrate lately. Friends in Russia took the opportunities to not only celebrate God's love for them, but also to spread that special holiday love to others.      More…

MAKING THE GREAT EXCHANGE

 
 

Exchange
Keller, Texas showed up in Money magazine last year as one of the top 50 US cities to live in. With great economic growth and a bright future, what more could be needed? Answer: a great exchange.       More…

PRAYER POINTS

 
 

Paul reminds us in Ephesians 6:18 to pray for the saints.  Prayer is a foundational part of any outreach.  As God brings these things to your mind, please take them to Him in prayer:

  • India
    • Open hearts toward THE God for people who have followed false gods all their lives
    • Strength and protection for partners working there
  • Russia
    • God's continued relentless pursuit of Fireworks youth
    • Wisdom for Sergey, Angelica, and other ministry leaders as they face new situations
  • The Exchange
    • Provision of the right meeting place
    • Guidance for the leadership team
  • Other current efforts
    • Bryan & Leslie, Heather, Deborah, and others who are serving in full-time mission work overseas
    • Partners working in India, Russia, Guatemala, and Mexico
    • La Comunidad
    • World Relief's work with refugees

RECOMMENDED RESOURCE

 
 

CIA World Factbook A Chance to Die
(Paperback, Elisabeth Elliot)

A vibrant portrait of Amy Carmichael -- one of India's most beloved missionaries. Follow the journey of a courageous Irishwoman who spent 53 years in South India without furlough, earning the nickname "Amma" or "Mother" from the underprivileged children she regarded as God's jewels.

 
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