Since Saturday March 1, our thoughts to some degree have likely been directed towards the Middle East. But today I have a brief story from another part of the world where two religions also collide. It's illustration of the power of our great God and His transforming the hearts and lives of one family! "Maryam*, …
Prayer for The Middle East
On Saturday, I asked our Jesus Film Project Regional Strategy leader in the Middle East what could we be praying for for his region right now. This is what he shared: "Here are three key prayer points for this week and beyond: For the Church and Believers — Pray for protection, perseverance, courage, and spiritual unity …
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*Courtesy of National Christian Foundation.
The Freedom of Simple Living by Matt Bell*
Not long ago, a friend went through his closet and gave away literally half of his clothes. Rather than missing the items, he said life felt less complicated. Instead of feeling deprived, he felt freed up. Similarly, Jane Hammerslough, author of Dematerializing: Taming the Power of Possessions, describes how a roof repair gone wrong forced her …
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February Prayer Update
Praise: I had a fruitful two-week trip to Central Florida in late January. Pray for the catch up needed now at home and work. Recently I had a birthday, it wasn’t a milestone, but a step towards some potential life changes. Pray: This month we are releasing a new generation of video film projector backpack …
Happiness Is Not Where You Live, But How You Live*
A rich man went to see a psychologist because despite his wealth, he was not happy. The psychologist gave him three balls – one ceramic, another glass and one rubber. Then he told the man to start juggling them. The rich man quickly lost control. As he was about to drop the ceramic ball, he …
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Generosity roadmap: Creating a mission statement for life and giving*
*Sara Shelton, January 15, 2026 When Heather Tuininga, Founder of 10|10 Strategies, was in her late twenties, she found herself grappling with some of life’s biggest questions. What is God’s plan for my life? Who does God want me to be in this world? What is the mission I’m supposed to be living out? “I knew …
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His promises are new every morning!
I have experience this truth for nearly 60 years, but not every day have I believed it. But, it's true whether I believe it or not.
Sumini Finds Peace
With more than 1800 partners using JESUS film tools and resources, we see reports come in from all corners of the planet. One patron sent a report – a set of testimonies that was 80+ pages. Here’s one of the dozens of stories from that one month’s report in 2025. It comes from a restricted …
January Prayer Update
PRAISE: I had a brief, but enjoyable visit with my family Christmas week. I didn’t see my niece and her family, as the children were sick. But I did have a very nice visit with my nephews and their families, as well as one of my brothers and sister and their spouses. God—is always—provided for …
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