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As a young girl, Zamira* stumbled upon a Christian cartoon and was instantly captivated. She wanted to know more about this Jesus character who was so kind and gentle and loving. Her mom, hearing about her daughter’s fascination and desire to learn more, laughed at her. “Oh, silly girl,” she told Zamira. “Jesus is not…
Nearly eight years ago, one of our workers in Central Asia, Tom*, had two dreams about an isolated people group in his broader region – featuring clues to a hidden treasure and one specific name: John.* Tom knew little about the people group, but he believed the dreams had spiritual significance. So, he did what Joseph,…
Steve* and Marie* had been serving in Asia for 15 years when Steve’s brother passed away. It served as a wake-up call, reminding Steve that his days on earth, and in his place of service, are numbered. He had long been frustrated with the typical ministry approaches in his area, recognizing that while many invested…
In the clinic where he works in Asia, Michael* sees a vast array of health problems. Chronic health conditions, like diabetes, are especially common, as most patients have not enjoyed regular access to medical care. As a Christian, Michael is eager to provide them with exceptional care, and at the same time, he’s keenly aware…
Red strings wrap around waists, encircle wrists, and dangle from motorcycles and cars. A centuries-old tradition in Southeast Asia, these scarlet bracelets and embellishments are believed to ward off dark supernatural forces. Multitudes of both men and women, fearful of malevolent gazes and misfortune, don their bodies and vehicles with these strings in hopes of…