PRAISE: The final numbers for Easter season television broadcasts are in, God worked and a projected 111,968,285 watched (the goal was 100 million). Pray for the follow-up of those who responded. 31 languages were viewed in 86 countries on 68 stations (the goal was 60 stations). A new director and production company has been selected …
Pentecost—May it never cease to amaze us— the love of God on the cross and the power of God on the empty tomb!
The resurrection of Jesus is the greatest headline we’ll ever write—the only one that will still be earth-shaking news 10,000 years from now, the one that is thoroughly good for our broken world and our sin-twisted hearts. Praise God that death can no longer sting those who are in Christ.“The sting of death is sin, and the …
From Stewardship to Generosity: How to Cultivate a Culture of Giving in Your Church*
Stewardship Alone Isn’t Enough—Why Generosity Matters Too A lot of church leaders spend time teaching financial stewardship—encouraging people to manage their money wisely, stick to a budget, and give regularly. And that’s important! But stewardship is only part of the story. If we want to help people truly grow as disciples, we’ve got to go …
A Vision Prepares Man to Come to Christ
Each summer outreaches are conducted across Europe seeking to engage Gulf Arabs and North Africans. They come to visit and escape the summer heat at home.Teams are sent to the Ports of key cities across the southern Mediterranean and to London, England. Here is one very encouraging story from a past Ports outreach: On one …
May Prayer Update
PRAISE: 60 stations was the goal for Easter ’25 broadcasts, got open the doors for 75! We are still awaiting final viewership reports from the field, and the goal of 100 million is very possible. On the digital side, the Easter season YouTube channels outreach saw 45+ million views/plays of content, with 6.4+ million new …
Steward + God Focused Choices = Found Faith
Is Jesus Enough for You?
By Jill Foley Turner* Image: Heinrich Hoffman, 1889 He had wealth, power, and the rest of his life ahead of him. Though young, he had a significant amount of authority. People noticed when he entered the scene. Yet he was acutely aware that his life was lacking. From each Gospel account, we get a fact about …
April Prayer Update
PRAISE: Television broadcasts for International Women’s Day (March 8) saw 32.944 million views, almost 3 million more than our faith-goal (a new record) and 10 million more than 2024. These broadcasts were in eight languages and viewed in 56 countries. Pray for the finalizing of broadcasts for Easter, 42 stations are confirmed (goal is 60). The pace …
Prison Outreach Has a Startling Outcome!
With Easter just days away, I have been reflecting on elements of its overall meaning. One phrase that has stood out is “unchanging grace.” Our God is unchanging in His nature and His grace is ever flowing and abundant to all who choose to receive it.“He has removed our sins as far from us as …
Remembering Hugh O. Maclellan Jr.*
Hugh Owen Maclellan, Jr. lived a life dedicated to growing God’s kingdom and encouraging others to do the same. And while the National Christian Foundation mourns the loss of this remarkable man of faith, we’re celebrating the lives touched by his unwavering commitment. What a celebration there must have been when he entered through heaven’s …
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