Stories

From chains to hope

Story | 09/09/2021 | South Africa

Though Nigel walked away from the Church, his family never gave up. "They didn't just speak the gospel to me, but they lived it out for me. They had peace, joy and love," Nigel said.

An amazing spiritual journey

Story | 19/08/2021 | Turkey

Searching for truth, Ahmet travels to Africa and Europe before returning to Turkey to share Jesus with his family and friends.

An open door

Story | 11/08/2021 | Pakistan

Rita and Bernhard use their full lives to serve God in Pakistan and train others to live out His love.

God planted the seeds for ministry growth in the heart of Khai, an OM leader in Myanmar. Over the last few years, the ministry expanded into more remote places where Christ is not yet known. And though COVID-19 seems to destroy many dreams, God is still at work.

A big price to pay

Story | 06/08/2021 | Africa

As David learnt about countries in northern Africa, his interest piqued while his classmates focussed on other areas of the world. “I love challenges,” said David, “And that’s why I find myself here in central North Africa when no one else wanted to go.”

Prayer: the adventure of seeing God provide

Story | 05/08/2021 | International

After experiencing God provide through prayer, Peter embarks on a global journey of praying for the nations and leading others in that process.

Trusting God's movement

Story | 05/08/2021 | Arabian Peninsula

Jim and Lena talk about how God has prepared the way for them amidst the challenges of moving to a new country during coronavirus.

Sharing life

Story | 04/08/2021 | Russia

A young lady finds a way to engage more in the society and share God’s love with those who have never experienced it.

Ordinarily Christian

Story | 28/07/2021 | Thailand

Ryan shares what being a Christian means as location, language and situations change.

Retiring into missions

Story | 03/07/2021 | Australia, New Zealand

In their mid-sixties, Kiwis Pam and Alan retired. Sort of. “You don’t retire and suddenly that’s it,” Alan explained. “You just continue on involved in the Kingdom but with some changes.”

Faith on the streets

Story | 03/07/2021 | Argentina

By asking God to lead him every day, Roberto (Argentina) is seeing God do amazing things in his community.

Designing for the kingdom of God

Story | 02/07/2021 | Netherlands

"What I can contribute to the effectiveness of OM’s work to get people involved in the global work of sharing God’s love," says Meindert Kramer, who is a graphic designer within the international communications department of OM.

As one chapter ends, another begins

Story | 01/07/2021 | Hungary

Retiree Jarmo and his wife Pirjo from Finland moved to Hungary after retirement to continue ministry in the next phase of life.

Delysia: drawn to Jesus through dance, destined to disciple women

Story | 28/06/2021 | Ships

OM Ships :: Read one crewmember's journey to serve God, and how He has prepared her for future ministry through the pandemic.

One course, many lives transformed

Story | 21/06/2021 | Mexico

Flor knew she was a daughter of God and He had forgiven her. That knowledge led her to forgive her own father.

Seeing God work through surrender

Story | 21/06/2021 | Arabian Peninsula

Getting to the AP was not a straightforward path, but when Clara and Evan trust God's guidance, they see His plan unfold through their lives.

Learning to love your enemy

Story | 19/06/2021 | Russia

Igor undergoes transformation in his life before God can use him to serve the people he used to hate in the Cacausus region.

Nothing is a waste

Story | 19/06/2021 | Central Asia

While waiting to move abroad, Cloe is using this time at home to be involved in a different kind of ministry.

Contentment in giving

Story | 18/06/2021 | Zimbabwe

Louise, from Zimbabwe, has the desire to see the Kingdom of God expand and is determined to play her role through giving financially and using her talents.

Using my skills for something eternal

Story | 26/05/2021 | Spain

“Life with God is an adventure, and do you trust Him enough to say 'Yes!' to that adventure?” When Jenna Montgomery heard a conference speaker say that, it was the final confirmation that she needed to step out. “God wanted me to use my professional skills to invest in something eternal,” she said in an interview with OM Journalist Nicky Andrews.