mission stories
Salutubu Center of Influence
The Salutubu Center of Influence in Indonesia has been a 40-year dream, but by God’s grace is becoming a reality! “We are very happy and excited! Finally, we’ll have a church building for worship! We plan to have a special thanksgiving ceremony,” shared Yusuf, a long-time church member. “But this…
More“I had a lot of negative experiences that led me to believe that I was a failure,” said Elmer, “but thank God, He didn’t give up pursuing me.” Elmer retraced the steps of his life. Elmer grew up in Mitú, Colombia, along the Vaupés river that borders Brazil. He had…
More“Wherever I Go, I’m Now Going to Share the Word of God”
“Adventism has been introduced to the village of Kogni for the first time because of Quiet Hour Ministries,” explains Pastor Peter. “So praise God for their support and resources because, without it, we might not even consider bringing the ministry to this challenging field any time soon.” Meimba Peter is…
MoreA Springtime Miracle in Ukraine
A small but faithful group gathered for the Sabbath church service in Svatov, Ukraine. Among them were the dedicated pastor, his supportive wife, and three steadfast local church members. They couldn’t help but feel concerned about their dwindling numbers. So they turned to prayer, seeking guidance and strength. Their prayers…
MoreFrom Gangster to Missionary
“Before I met Jesus and Seyha, I was a gangster, and I used to fight in the streets,” said 16-year-old Ryan. Seyha is a church planter and gospel worker in Siem Reap, Cambodia, who owned a bike shop. One day, a small voice told him to go for a ride,…
MoreDiscovering Sabbath in Remote Islands
“We came to live with our relatives in the Aha village to try and have a better education and future, but more than that; we found a deeper Revelation of Jesus Christ.” Three young people, David, Eka and Farah,* are from the remote village of Hangke in the Northern islands…
More“Has anyone ever been to a mansion before?” Judy asked her kids during the evening meeting at the Smiling Hotel. One little boy raised his hand immediately and said, “Yes, here! This place tonight is a mansion!” Picture this: You’re a teacher for a kids’ program in a foreign country,…
MoreMotorcycles Reaching Rebels
What do you do when rebel forces have taken over a remote region and are not allowing anyone to enter? How does ministry continue? Pastor Isidro didn’t take “no” for an answer. He asked to speak personally with the notorious rebel leader. He prayed, “God, please give me courage and…
MoreAbout 100 children from the village of Nynakpala sit in chairs bathed in a semicircle of light illuminated by the solo lightbulb attached to the outside of the school’s rafters, and all eyes are on Ruth. She rocks from side to side, bouncing slightly on the balls of her feet.…
MoreEnzo and a missionary puppy
Gospel workers Elias and Yovana are a couple from Lima, Peru. They came to Uruguay to serve God and to make an impact for His kingdom. During neighborhood visitations, they noticed something on the side of the road. Something small was moving in the ditch. As they came closer, they…
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