Praise: This month my parent ministry, Cru (originally known as Campus Crusade for Christ) is celebrating its 75th Anniversary. My first exposure to Cru was at a large conference [Explo '72] in Dallas, TX in June of 1972. The following fall, as a sophomore, I joined the Campus ministry movement at Colorado St. Univ. In …
Pennsylvania Dutch Premiere of “JESUS”
Usually, I am writing about some far-reaching place in East Africa or Southeast Asia. But today I want to share about a version of the JESUS Film for reaching a people right here in America. On September 12th the ministry premiered the “JESUS” film for the Amish. Although the Pennsylvania Dutch speaking Amish are concentrated …
Willpower Is Weak: Here’s What Matters More*
by Daniel Crosby, PhD. Most of us like to believe that our financial decisions are products of our character. We save because we are disciplined. We spend because we have earned it. We invest carefully because we are thoughtful people. The truth, supported by a substantial body of research, is more humbling. Our financial behavior …
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Hearts Open to Jesus in Southeast Africa
A few weeks ago I received this report It comes from a partner using “JESUS” to reach people in a remote part of a country heavily influenced by indigenous beliefs. God is working, overcoming the dark powers of this world and His kingdom is reaching to the ends of the earth.Here’s the partner’s report: “If …
September Prayer Update
Please lift up the following projects my team is working on: October new translations and language scripts appeal; both online and postal. 2026 gift catalog for the holiday season and beyond. GivingTuesday (December 1) focusing on film equipment needs for partners in Africa. Pray for the development of a video to help invite participation. Efforts …
Helping to Reach Sudanese Refugees in South Sudan
Since civil war erupted in Sudan in April 2023, more than 1.3 million people have fled to South Sudan. The majority are women and children escaping the horrors of war. Globally this is now the third worst refugee crisis, following Ukraine and Syria. These displaced people are in camps and villages along the border and …
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Our reflection to the world.
I wear a wristband that says "Live Generously." But my actions don't always reflect that posture. What about you? Are your hands daily open or sometimes not?
August Prayer Update
PRAISE: My summer study on "prayer" has been insightful but also convicting! The trip I had panned to see family Northern California didn’t work out but I was able to still take a few days off which provided for needed refreshment. PRAY: Continue to pray for the summer Gulf Peoples Outreach; reaching Arab visitors in 14 European cities. …
The Key to Happiness Is Self-Forgetfulness
July 6, 2026 | Jen Oshman “What in the world? Where are we?” My husband and I were incredulous. We’d reached our destination, but it wasn’t the bustling event center we’d expected. Instead, it was a yellowing field, barren except for the few cows who stood staring at us while chewing their cud. It was the early …
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Zambia Witch Wants a Clean Start
Stories from partner ministries come in regularly telling of how God is working. Josh Newell, our Executive Director, was at an event recently and a woman came up to him after he spoke to share about her “JESUS” film showing story on a mission trip with another ministry in Zambia. It was an outdoor showing, …
