Two proposed laws in Kyrgyzstan would not only impose greater restrictions on religious entities and freedom of belief but also would expand the list of activities that are punishable.
Hoyt Washington, 87, of Trussville says evangelism is his heart and desire, a crucial part of his three-pronged focus of prayer, chaplaincy and discipleship.
“At our concerts we want people to know that there is a sense of hope and future in knowing Christ,” says Russ Lee, lead singer of the Christian group NewSong. The group’s 2024 tour kicks off Jan. 12 at the Mitchell Center in Mobile.
“No matter how lost we feel or how difficult things get, Jesus sees us where we are and He’s going to see us through it,” says singer/songwriter Brandon Heath. “Where could we hide from Him? He pursues us. He sees us and stays with us.”
Even though a Pakistani Christian falsely accused of blasphemy has been released from jail on bail, he and his family must stay apart and hide because of threats to their lives.
There are people around us putting on a good front but dealing with any manner of tragedy and loss, fear and worry. They could use a good friend, a shoulder to lean on and perhaps a prayer warrior.
The Jack and Jill Ministry of East Cullman Baptist Association collects hygiene and necessity items as well as emergency back-up clothes for local students who might need a change of clothes due to unforeseen circumstances.
Glory Baptist Church in Winfield, a church plant in northwest Alabama, has seen God affirm its path with “one thing after another” falling into place, said Thomas Hyche, the church’s pastor.