The Year of the Vine1. God is speaking that there will be no more "business as usual" in this coming year. It is the season that we must take time to hear God as individuals.2. If we take time to reconnect to the Lord in an intimate way, our branches of life will produce fruit for the season … [Read more...]
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Jesus, the Word of God and the Messiah
In the Quran Jesus Christ is clearly referred to as the Word of God and as a Word from God (in Arabic: Kalilmat Allah). While some Muslims know that Jesus is referred to as the Word of God in the Qur'an, the vast majority do not know what it means and even fewer realize that the same title is given … [Read more...]
26 August, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Jesus in the workplace: Ahmed
Jesus promised, “Where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them” (Mt 18:20). Many Muslim seekers and believers in Jesus are indeed experiencing His presence as they gather in homes in His name. We learned recently from our friend and worker “Jasmine” that Jesus is present … [Read more...]
28 July, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Dear Pressers to Pentecost:
Beginning this weekend, we will be encouraging you in your giving and worshipping. Our heart's desire is that you are strengthened and see yourself the way that God sees you. We want you to understand how when you give Him your best, all your rest is secured!The Lord is looking for a generation. … [Read more...]
15 July, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Word of the Lord for 2012 and Beyond (ACPE)
This word is the compilation of the prophetic words and consensus of the Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders (ACPE). This year, the council met at the beginning of the Jewish calendar, September 12-13, rather than at the January time period, in order to have time to distill and hear the Word of … [Read more...]
7 July, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Cross
Most Muslims believe that death by crucifixion was not a worthy death for a good prophet like Jesus. Based on the Qur’anic passages, the majority of Muslims in our day say that Jesus never went to the cross. … [Read more...]
5 July, 2011 By Leave a Comment
In Remembrance
How Christ is Honoured by His Followers in Other CulturesFriday night. Jasmine has just arrived from her workplace in the city. Gracious, sincere village neighbours greet Jasmine warmly at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. They take their places in a circle on the tikar, a floor mat … [Read more...]
3 July, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Divisions in Culture and Religion
While the religious differences between Christians and Muslims are significant, sometimes cultural differences can be even greater sources of misunderstanding and mistrust. Different perspectives can also be opportunities to learn from each other. Cultural differences may inhibit or enhance our … [Read more...]
1 July, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Healing Needed
It is clear in the Gospels that Jesus healed many people. Some of these healings are so spectacular that whole towns were in awe of God. Other healings are less obvious, and Jesus Himself commanded certain people not to speak of their healing publicly. May God raise up multitudes of believers in the … [Read more...]
27 June, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Secret believers… The real cost of following Jesus
For a former Muslim, becoming a believer in the Messiah is more than simply changing religion. In leaving Islam, the person has left his identity. The consequences of this choice are terrible: new believers are often rejected by other Muslims, and their family, and sometimes they are forced to … [Read more...]
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