Stories of Hope
Stories from our ministry fields around the world.
A Guide to Doing Devotions with Your Kids
Sharing your faith with your kids can be a joy and a privilege, but it can also feel a little overwhelming. One place to start is family devotional time—a daily practice of reading the Bible and praying together. Kids
December 2022 Prayer Guide
BHUTAN — Give thanks for opportunities to speak in local churches and train up new church planters. In addition, the team in Bhutan now offers tutoring for school students on weekdays. On Saturdays, short Bible stories are shared with
The Journey to Nebbi
In which Daniel, Jon, and Megan travel to northwestern Uganda to visit a new Words of Hope radio station, and nearly get washed away enroute. The day was mild and sunny as we set out for the Nebbi region
The Joy of Hospitality
As you welcome people into your home and life this holiday season, we invite you to consider how to let go of guilt and find joy in hospitality. Reflect on the Biblical invitation to hospitality with the Words of
November 2022 Prayer Guide
INDIA — Give thanks for all of the outreach programs currently taking place in India. Seekers meetings and follow-up across the country are leading new believers to Christ. In addition to this, in-person discipleship conferences are being held to
What to Say (and not say) When Someone You Love Has a Miscarriage
Infant loss is a complex form of both loss and grief. It is also frequent, affecting 1 in 4 pregnancies. However, very few of us feel equipped with the “right words” to say when someone we love experiences miscarriage.
October 2022 Prayer Guide
IRAN — Give thanks for the conclusion of another successful discipleship conference held at a safe location outside the country of Iran. Iranian Christians had the opportunity to be baptized and share communion together. All participants were able to
Women’s Sewing Center
In Lohardaga, India, Words of Hope operates a training center to teach women living in poverty how to sew, tailor clothing, and knit. This hands-on ministry provides women with a marketable skill so that they can provide for themselves
Ongoing Education for Iranian Christians
Words of Hope’s Persian discipleship classes exist to give Iranian believers a safe space to grow in their faith alongside other Christians. The conferences also provide training for lay pastors. While churches are closed officially inside of Iran, many