Children Love Their Bethlehem School

Both parents and children are definite in their judgment of St Aphrem’s School, near Bethlehem: they love it! Founded with help from Barnabas Fund over ten years ago, Barnabas’ annual support
means the school only has to charge minimal fees to poor Christian families. Its strong Christian character is appreciated by both parents and pupils. “We feel the power of Christianity and Christian belief living within the walls of this school,” said Jacob, a parent.

One pupil felt that because of the school, “we understand the meaning of life through the Lord.” Lily, in grade nine, said, “No matter where we go and no matter how full the school building is, we shall never ever think of leaving.”

Source: Barnabas Aid & Fund

BIBLE STUDY: Leviticus 10:10-11

PRAISE God that this school is helping Christian families to grow in the assurance of Salvation.
PRAY they continue to reach those most in need.

Kenyan Women See God Provide

Fifty women in northern Kenya, all having experienced deprivation after converting from Islam to Christianity, are becoming self-sufficient through micro-loans from Barnabas Fund. They first
received skills training in the type of business they wanted to start up, and then a small loan to help kick off their small enterprise. The business of one of the women, who received an initial loan of ÂŁ73 grew so much that she had made a profit of ÂŁ437 after six months.

This is helping her pay her rent and feed her family. The women also came together as a Bible study group, led by the partner ministry. Many testify to their excitement at discovering the love of God through the study.

Source: Barnabas Aid & Fund

BIBLE STUDY: 2 Corinthians 8:9

PRAISE God these women found Jesus and loving help, enabling them to provide for their families.

PRAY they remain faithful as their businesses grow.

Joy in Burma through God’s Word | 324 | Report 13

Most Christians in Myanmar (Burma) belong to ethnic minority groups. Despite improved conditions, many continue to suffer intense persecution for their ethnicity and faith. Sadly, soldiers continue to kidnap, rape and kill Kachin Christians. Many Christians are forced to flee their villages, losing all their meagre possessions, including their Bibles. Many have never owned a Bible. In Kachin State even many church leaders have no access to the written Word of God.

So when Burmese Christians receive a Bible of their own, they respond with great joy. Barnabas Fund has helped to distribute tens of thousands of Bibles in recent years. The following comment from a young man is typical of those who joyfully receive the Scriptures: “Although there were many difficulties in my life, since I received Jesus Christ, I can overcome the troubles with joy, because of His strength. Jesus is my shepherd. God has  delivered my life from death many times. I have never had a Bible of my own before… Thank you for making this free for me.”

Another recipient, a 24-year-old Christian woman, spoke of how precious her new Bible is for her, and shared her favourite Bible verse: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”  (Philippians 4:13).

Source: Barnabas Fund – Hope & Aid

BIBLE STUDY: Psalm 119:70-76

PRAISE: God He has kept these people and is now giving the opportunity to study His Word. Pray that Myanmar believers will be strengthened with joy.

Joy in Burma through God’s Word | 324 | Report 13

Most Christians in Myanmar (Burma) belong to ethnic minority groups. Despite improved conditions, many continue to suffer intense persecution for their ethnicity and faith. Sadly, soldiers continue to kidnap, rape and kill Kachin Christians. Many Christians are forced to flee their villages, losing all their meagre possessions, including their Bibles. Many have never owned a Bible. In Kachin State even many church leaders have no access to the written Word of God.

So when Burmese Christians receive a Bible of their own, they respond with great joy. Barnabas Fund has helped to distribute tens of thousands of Bibles in recent years. The following comment from a young man is typical of those who joyfully receive the Scriptures: “Although there were many difficulties in my life, since I received Jesus Christ, I can overcome the troubles with joy, because of His strength. Jesus is my shepherd. God has  delivered my life from death many times. I have never had a Bible of my own before… Thank you for making this free for me.”

Another recipient, a 24-year-old Christian woman, spoke of how precious her new Bible is for her, and shared her favourite Bible verse: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”  (Philippians 4:13).

Source: Barnabas Fund – Hope & Aid

BIBLE STUDY: Psalm 119:70-76

PRAISE: God He has kept these people and is now giving the opportunity to study His Word. Pray that Myanmar believers will be strengthened with joy.

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