We would like to introduce you to some of the unique
challenges and opportunities our global partners are facing with the global
pandemic.
Our first instinct is to be concerned, maybe even angry
about its effects. But let’s explore how it is affecting people who are living
in pre-existing poverty around the world. In poor and war-torn countries
already on the edge, this pandemic is "the straw that broke the camel's
back." It is estimated that in the next 3 months, some 300,000 people per
day could starve to death. (World Food Programme figures 4-22-20). This reality
greatly impacts our global partners, already working in physical isolation,
trying to meet some of the basic needs of the most vulnerable.
On the other hand, there is evidence that people are turning
to the Gospel as they recognize that man is not in control of this world. Some
are seeing our global partners reaching out to unbelievers with food and other
basic necessities, and they are asking, "Why?" – this is a perfect
opportunity for believers to share their faith in Christ, the Giver of all good
gifts. Peter said to Jesus, "Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words
of eternal life." (John 6:68)
Please remember to pray for our global partners, for their
protection, and for further opportunities to share the Gospel. And let us pray
that many who are in need will turn to the Lord - the Giver of eternal life.