December 03, 2024

Stories of Hope from a World in Crisis - Stories of Hope from a World in Crisis

28 minutes

In America, we often downplay or ignore the harsh reality of Christian brothers and sisters being persecuted for their faith worldwide. But in this program, we will bring you powerful, firsthand accounts from front-line pastors. Discover how, even amidst adversity, God is working in extraordinary ways to strengthen and grow His church globally.

Main Points

Key Themes & Takeaways

The Reality of Pastoral Challenges:

Many pastors face immense difficulties, including persecution, loneliness, and lack of resources.

Despite these hardships, they are faithfully shepherding their congregations and witnessing God’s work.

God’s Faithfulness in the Middle East:

Underground churches thrive under persecution.

Digital discipleship has been a powerful tool for evangelism and connection in the Arab world, offering anonymity for seekers.

Over 120 conversions in one year through digital outreach alone.

Africa’s Resilient Church:

Training and discipleship programs are restoring hope among pastors displaced by terrorism.

Over 80,000 pastors trained face-to-face in 2024, impacting millions of congregants.

Latin America’s Revival:

In Puerto Rico, pastors are rebuilding their communities and churches after devastating hurricanes.

The A.R.T. of Survival training has equipped leaders to persevere and disciple others through crisis.

Perseverance in India:

Pastors demonstrate unwavering faith in the face of personal loss and persecution.

The A.R.T. of Survival training has reached over 16,000 pastors, empowering them to minister effectively despite trials.

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About Chip Ingram

Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways.

About Living on the Edge

Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus.

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