Missions Stories from Around the World
(From Pray For South Asia, pray4southasia.org) – According to Buddhist tradition, the Buddha was born in Lumbini in the southern plains of Nepal in 632 B.C. Understandably, it is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists from around the world. Throughout… Read moreLumbini: Buddha’s Birthplace
From Open Doors USA (https://www.opendoorsus.org/) “Sudan was on a path towards religious freedom, but a coup and devastating war dashed these hopes. Christians are once again in danger. “After a year and a half of war, Sudan is now home… Read moreWhat Does Persecution In South Sudan Look Like?
From Mission Network News (www.mnnonline.org, 11/3/25) This is a frontline update from Myanmar and a call to prayer and action. Mike* with Global Catalytic Ministries says there’s a massive movement of God happening in Myanmar. But, “it’s hard to share these types of stories… Read moreMyanmar Frontline Report…And…A New Comic Book!
Note: this true story from the frontlines of missions is a follow-up to our previous story, from The Crescent Project, crescentproject.org : “Today was sweet—so many meaningful conversations! “F” from Tunisia rejected both Islam and Bahai faith, saying he wants… Read moreGod Is So Good!
(From Crescent Project, crescentproject.org). This summer, one of Crescent Project’s Area Coordinators had the privilege of coaching a young woman named Sandy (not her real name) through the Crescent Project Internship Program. Each intern is asked to develop a Personal Ministry Plan,… Read moreLoose-Leaf Tea and Open Hearts
(From Pray4SouthAsia.com). As poverty and unemployment run high in this SouthAsian country, more people are seeking Jesus! And while it isn’t illegal in Pakistan too convert to Christianity, people who do are considered apostates. Almost 45% of Pakistan’s people live… Read morePakistan: People Are Seeking Hope
(From God Reports, 9/11//25, godreports.com) Peace-loving representatives of two nations who have recently been at war with each other have teamed up in a remarkable way that bodes for future reconciliation. Marziyeh Amarizadeh, an Iranian evangelist now based in America,… Read moreIranian Evangelist and Orthodox Jew : Together For The Harvest
(From Pray4SouthAsia, pray4southasia.com) About 70% of the 22 million people of Sri Lanka are Buddhists belonging to the Theravada tradition*. It is in the country’s official religion. According to Sinhalese Tradition, Buddhism came to Sri Lanka from India about 200… Read moreBuddhism in Sri Lanka
(From The Gideons International, https://gideons.org/). “Exciting news…Pashto is now the 110th language approved for printing, placement, and distribution through The Gideons International. Pashto is one of the most widely spoken languages in Pakistan. With over 40 million speakers, it represents… Read moreSowing the Seeds of Faith In Pakistan
We have often told you about persecuted Christians around the globe in this blog, and this coming Sunday, November 2 is a very special day when churches, globally, will pray for their persecuted brothers and sisters in nations like India,… Read morePRAY FOR THE PERSECUTED!