Stories of Hope
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Living Free: Martin’s Journey from Bondage to Freedom
Martin Obbo sat clutching his boda boda helmet, hesitant and reflective. He lives in the country of Uganda.
Why Celebrate Advent?
The weeks leading up to Christmas can be hectic—Christmas programs, work parties, school events, shopping, wrapping, cooking, baking, cleaning the house, preparing to travel. The list of things to do at this time of year can seem endless. What’s more, the mad dash toward Christmas seems to start earlier and
What is Advent?
Advent is the season of the Christian calendar that comes directly before Christmas. Its name comes from the Latin word, adventus, meaning “coming” or “arrival.”
Gahan’s Journey of Healing and Faith
A Words of Hope team member in Bhutan met a young man named Gahan who had been hospitalized with tuberculosis. Alone and in need of support, Gahan received prayers and heard the gospel message from the team member during his hospital visits. These visits are a crucial part of the
Pray with Words of Hope Türkiye
God works through our prayers. Prayers go where our feet cannot, and the Holy Spirit intercedes in our prayers even when we do not know what words to say. Prayer connects the body of Christ near and far around the world. The following prayer requests were shared by our ministry
New Languages in Nepal
Words of Hope Nepal is expanding to include two new language programs, Magar and Maithili, in order to better serve the diverse communities in the region. Many Nepali people prefer to speak their local languages, even though they understand Nepali. Recognizing the importance of communicating in heart languages, the team
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty
Words of Hope tutoring centers in India are setting children up for educational success and demonstrating the love of Christ in tangible ways. A System of Support Children who live in impoverished regions of northern India do not get a proper education. Many do not attend school at all. The
Courage to Evangelize
Pravin is a Words of Hope’s community development workers. He lives and works in Bhutan, a small South Asian country to the north of India. “I personally believe that the Lord has gifted me in evangelizing people,” writes Pravin. “Wherever I go and wherever I work, I make sure to
What is Martyrs’ Day in Uganda?
In the country of Uganda, June 3 is celebrated as Martyrs’ Day. You may not have heard of this day, but it will help you pray for the church in Uganda, and for the persecuted church around the world. What is Martyrs’ Day in Uganda? At Namugongo, just outside of