Sarah endured a life marked by loss, forced marriage, and abduction, living in constant fear and trauma, struggling to see hope or trust in anyone. During her recovery, a woman introduced her to the Gospel, and Sarah began reading her Bible. One night, praying in secret and meditating on God’s Word, she experienced His presence and peace, realizing the Lord…
Maverick felt empty and purposeless, working as a carpenter after high school and struggling with the monotony of daily life while longing for meaning and direction. Through a friend’s invitation, he attended the Alpha course, exploring who Jesus is and what it means to follow Him. In a safe, welcoming environment, he wrestled with questions about faith, life, and purpose.…
In war-torn Syria, violence and suffering surround many communities. Families face loss, poverty, and fear, leaving people weary and searching for meaning amid their struggles. During a sermon, Pastor S shared the truth of the gospel, reminding his people of Christ’s hope in suffering. Many believed in the message of the Gospel, kneeling in prayer and accepting Jesus as their…
Tess, 30, carried a heavy heart from struggling with relationships, engaging in harmful habits, and being separated from her children. Though she went to church as a child, poor choices as a teen led her away. When a friend invited her to the God Loves You Tour, she attended and listened as Franklin Graham said, “God wants to forgive sinners…
Colby came to Boathouse for the first time, not knowing Jesus. A volunteer prayed quietly for him, and later another followed him to the parking lot where Colby admitted, “I think God spoke to me for the first time tonight.” There, he heard the gospel and surrendered his life to Jesus. The next week, Colby brought three friends, and two…
A 9-year-old boy in Los Angeles was trapped in a life of violence. He listened to CEF’s work with children in one of the city’s public parks. He always kept his distance before disappearing back into his bleak environment. One day the teacher caught up with him and asked if he wanted to accept Christ. He replied, “I can’t be…
At Fort Benning, Georgia, many young soldiers arrived burdened by uncertainty, stress, and a lack of spiritual direction, seeking purpose amid the challenges of military life. Through the Spiritual Fit – Ready to Serve (SFRS) classes, led by Jeff and Melissa Bearden and a dedicated volunteer team, many soldiers heard the message of the Gospel and believed in Jesus as…
Edison was a sixth grader searching for answers when he joined Pauline’s youth group. She had recently embraced a mission-centered approach, modeling what it meant to share the Gospel in everyday life. Through her teaching and example, Edison heard the Good News and trusted Christ as Savior. When he chose baptism, he called his brother and mother, clearly explaining the…
Lorena served faithfully in the Bobcat Battalion, yet she carried deep struggles with identity and pain. Despite her achievements, confusion and loneliness weighed heavily on her heart. When military changes left her feeling hopeless, Lorena sought help from her chaplain who connected her with a faith-based community. At an Engage Your Faith Retreat, Lorena’s life was impacted through worship, prayer,…
Before encountering Jesus, many staff at the Department of Social Welfare and Development in the Philippines felt a sense of emptiness, longing for hope and purpose. During one of our Beyond Success sessions, particularly in the lesson on “My Most Important Relationship,” participants experienced God’s presence in a powerful way. They heard the message of the Gospel and believed in…
Kenneth “KJ” Sherman Jr. stood out as a young player in the EBL but carried negative labels society placed on him. At the Beyond the Court Leadership Camp, KJ experienced transformation—resetting from false labels, renewing his identity in Christ, refueling with God’s Word, and becoming ready to live for God’s Kingdom. Shortly after, at his new school, KJ recruited classmates,…
Sophie, a student struggling with loneliness, saw a poster for First Priority, a student-led club, and joined the group at lunch. After connecting with a club leader, she began leading lessons at her large high school. Sophie invited her friend Mari, who was deeply impacted by the message of the Gospel, and attended church with her mother. During the church…
Children and families in Ukraine faced daily fear, loss, and displacement due to war, with communities traumatized by violence, abductions, and destruction. During a mission trip, Brazilian volunteers ministered to children through soccer clinics and shared the Gospel. In these moments of playful connection and teaching, the children encountered Jesus’ love, experiencing hope, joy, and reassurance amidst the chaos surrounding…
Before encountering Christ, Dirshad was a devout Muslim, living on the border of Pakistan and Afghanistan. He longed for spiritual clarity but was gripped by confusion about truth and religion. Peace seemed distant, and answers felt out of reach. One day, he heard the message of the Gospel on a Christian TV program which invited viewers to pray and ask…
Tom grew up in a Buddhist household but lived in uncertainty about faith as he entered college in London. Though he joined Bible studies and read Scripture, he wrestled with questions of assurance, sin, and belief. During the summer, a missionary friend walked with Tom through the Bible patiently discussing his doubts. As they read together, Tom experienced moments of…
Sharon lived a hard life encountering trouble with the law. She struggled with regret, loneliness, and losing custody of her kids. At a step-down facility, she scrolled on her phone and saw an ad that said, “When Life Is Hard, Jesus Cares.” Forty minutes later she was weeping, grateful for the love and forgiveness Jesus offered her. She believed in…
Before coming to the Dream Center, Shawn’s family faced deep instability and homelessness. When his parents decided to leave the program and placed his younger brothers with relatives, Shawn was left with no plan and little hope for his future. Through the Teen Discipleship program, Shawn experienced love, stability, and the truth of the Gospel. Within a month, he surrendered…
In Marsabit, Kenya, a group of pastors once set out on foot to share the Gospel with no money, food, or water. After days of exhaustion and hunger, their mission seemed discouraging, with only a few initial responses of faith. On the third day, everything changed when a man heard the Gospel and believed in Jesus as Savior. Immediately, his…
Maria carried the weight of fear, exhaustion, and loneliness, working multiple jobs while worrying about how she would provide for her children. One Saturday, while receiving a food box at Harvest for the Hungry, a volunteer asked if they could pray for her. Overwhelmed with emotion, Maria shared her struggles, and in that moment, she prayed to accept Jesus as…
In Damascus, where war and poverty have left many weary and afraid, countless families long for care that restores both body and spirit. Burdened by trauma and uncertainty, patients arrive carrying deep wounds of fear and isolation. At a small Christian clinic led by Dr. Edward Awabdeh, more than 2,000 people each month receive free medical care, prayer, and words…
Before encountering Christ, one of our patients, carried deep fear, shame, and uncertainty, unsure if she could ever speak about the abuse she had endured or imagine a life of hope. One day while in the hospital and welcomed with care by staff and advocates, she prayed with a visiting pastor. In that moment, she believed in Jesus and rededicated…
Simin lost her child in a car accident near Shiraz and sank into deep despair, spending hours each day weeping at the cemetery, filled with grief and hatred. One afternoon she found a package in her mailbox—a book with the handwritten words: “God is love and the steadfast love of the Lord never ceases.” At the cemetery, she opened the book and…
Before encountering Christ, Aryanna struggled with anger and conflict, feeling disconnected and searching for purpose in her daily life. In May 2025, while at Walmart, she met Scott, who shared the Gospel using the Jesus at the Door tool. In that moment, Aryanna prayed to receive Christ, experiencing His peace and a newfound desire to live for Him. Since then,…
Bruce had known about God for years but lived as if He were far away. When he first entered Manna House, he resisted and did not trust in the program, leading to defiant behaviors. One Christmas, a severe ankle injury left Bruce in the hospital for over a month. In that quiet season of recovery, he encountered God in a…
MXX, a student in Okinawa, often felt restless and pressured at home, which led her into harmful friendships and choices that pulled her away from peace. She rarely smiled and carried deep loneliness in her heart. Everything changed when she began attending church services and experienced Jesus’ love through prayer, Bible study, and encouragement from believers. One evening, as worship…
Khaled, a Syrian refugee in Turkey, was once a devote Muslim who constantly debated Christians. However, behind his questions, he struggled with a deep search for truth and hope. In 2020, he connected with a Media Impact International (MII) follow-up center, where he heard the message of the Gospel and accepted Jesus as Savior. Khaled changed his name to Peter,…
One patient of Mercy Gate Ministries carried deep wounds from abuse and exploitation, facing despair and uncertainty about her future. One day, while 5 other patients were being baptized in the Frio River, this one patient believed in Jesus as Lord and Savior. Despite the devastation of the July 4th flood, which swept through Kerr County and destroyed homes, businesses,…
After Danny, a high school student, believed in Christ as Savior, he came to a discipleship group with serious questions about his faith. He was unsure if living for Jesus was worth it while facing difficult trials at home. Leaders listened, prayed with him, and God worked in his heart. Soon, Danny began living out his faith, leading his football…
In Jarabacoa’s Don Bosco community, two women long carried heavy burdens engaging in harmful choices to provide for their families. Both women searched desperately for hope and belonging. After attending a church service, they asked the pastor for prayer and were introduced to a women’s small group designed to connect women to Jesus and to each other. There they heard…
A man in northern Ethiopia served on the front lines of war, but after a serious injury returned home as part of a local militia. Everything changed when he met Urgessa, a church planter, who shared the gospel with him. He gave his life to Jesus and joined a local house church, experiencing freedom from addiction, renewed purpose, and peace. Later, when captured by a faction group, they released him upon learning he was a Christian. At his baptism, he testified, “Jesus saved my…
Luis, from Oaxaca, lived many years struggling with addiction, losing his job, stealing, and nearly destroying his marriage. After a dispute with his wife, his brother and sister-in-law found him, and Virginia shared about Jesus and the freedom He gives. That night, Luis accepted Christ and his life was transformed. He joined La Roca Reforma Church, found good friends, and…
Levi, who loves the outdoors, came to Black Lake Bible Camp in 2023 through Eagle Outreach Ministries, which helps children of incarcerated parents attend camp. Though camp felt like home, he realized something was missing—a God-shaped hole only Jesus could fill. During chapel times with songs, prayers, and Gospel messages, it became clear to Levi that God was working in his heart. He decided it was…
Jane, a Filipina, was engaged in harmful habits since age 4. Through the Philippine Values Education Program (PVEP), she encountered God’s Word. He came into her life as Lord and Savior and transformed her. Her life shifted as she grew in faith. After high school, she became a PVEP teacher, guiding children to know God. Teaching has deepened her commitment,…
In regions like Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Odisha, believers have long faced hardship and opposition for their faith. Persecution has created fear, and many have thought following Christ openly would be impossible. Yet in recent weeks, the Spirit of God has moved powerfully. Families, young people, and entire households are believing in the message of the Gospel and publicly…
Veree came to Real Options and shared that though she sometimes attended church growing up, she never understood what it meant to have a personal relationship with Jesus. During her visit, a team member shared the hope of Christ, and Veree prayed to trust Him that day. Debbie prayed blessings over her and reminded her of her worth and God-given…
At Reid Saunders Association (RSA), our mission is to advance the Gospel to the ends of the earth through proclamation and multiplication. We believe every person deserves the opportunity to be saved by grace through faith, which is why we are dedicated to sharing the Gospel in unreached places. For over 20 years, RSA has developed effective methods for sharing…
Before meeting Christ, a young woman felt confused about her life. Having no religious background, she longed for something real and struggled to find direction or peace in her life. One evening, after being invited to a Resurgence Empower Night, she joined a small group where open conversations and authentic teaching stirred her heart. Later, in the parking lot, a…
Over 24 years ago, Gary and Debbie joined a mission trip to New York City with Spread Truth Ministries. That first trip changed everything, and year after year they returned, eventually bringing their children and grandchildren. The family has now built a legacy of faith through sharing the Gospel together. A highlight was when their grandson Troy, only 14, led…
Ximena Gonzalez longed for confidence and a clear sense of purpose. She attended SpringSpirit summer camps for eight years, seeking guidance and a community that could nurture her faith. Her transformation began through Scripture, prayer, and discipleship at camp, where she encountered God’s love and committed her life to Christ. Over time, she grew bold in her faith and passionate…
Before encountering Christ, L carried deep pain from his past and felt abandoned by God. He resisted faith, struggling with despair, regret, and broken relationships that weighed heavily on his heart. Through The Hub’s Lovewell Center, L began attending meals and classes where he slowly heard the hope of the gospel. One night, L reached out for help, prayed, and…
Before meeting Christ, twelve-year-old Victor grew up with deep loss and hardship. After his mother died when he was three, he experienced pain at home and eventually entered an orphanage, carrying feelings of loneliness and uncertainty. Through the Explorers lessons, Victor learned that God truly loves him. Moved by this truth, he prayed and asked Jesus to live in his…
At Penn State University, many students felt lost, disconnected, and searched for meaning amid the pressures of college life. During a recent college gathering supported by The Stoller Foundation, one student heard and believed in the Gospel. She stepped aside, prayed to receive Christ, and surrendered her life to Him, expressing a desire to walk in purity and holiness. In…
Amber grew up in a successful family and built a thriving career, but years of struggling with addiction and relationships left her broken, isolated, and hopeless. She constantly felt trapped in fear, shame, and emotional pain. Amber joined WorkFaith where she heard the message of the Gospel and believed in Jesus as Savior. She fully surrendered her life to Jesus…
Through WHMI’s Bible Institute, thousands of pastors and church leaders around the world receive theological training modeled on 2 Timothy 2:2. This equips them to shepherd God’s people and train others. In one border region, two recent graduates became national instructors, traveling into conflict zones to open a new Institute location. There, they proclaim, “Nothing can stop us from taking theological education to all parts of this nation and beyond.” Their…
Ahmad was a respected teacher in a Muslim school in Malawi, Southern Africa, faithfully serving his community. Yet behind his role, he carried an inner emptiness and longed for deeper meaning. One night, he began experiencing vivid dreams of a man offering him radiant light, which he later recognized as Isa (Jesus). Soon after, a Christian neighbor introduced him to Al Massira – The Journey using their ministry app. As Ahmad listened to the stories of Scripture, he decided to dedicate his life…
