Hope for the Persecuted has developed a support network in the Middle East to assist Christians who are suffering persecution, victimization and hostility, because of their faith in Jesus Christ.
Our Purpose:
- To raise public awareness of the issue of the persecution of Christians worldwide
- To engage the universal Christian Church to step up and support suffering Christians
- To bring hope to all, the persecuted and the persecutor – the hope that is found in Jesus Christ our Lord
1. The Bible is the inspired, infallible, and inerrant word of God
• 2 Timothy 3:15-17; 2 Peter 1:10-21
2. The only true God – infinite, unchangeable, eternal, and holy in nature, attributes and purpose; revealed as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
• Deuteronomy 6:4; Colossians 2:9; 1 Timothy 3:16
3. The virgin birth and deity of the Lord Jesus Christ
• Luke 1:31; John 1:1-4; Hebrews 7:26
4. The fall of man – that he was originally created in God’s image, but fell through willful disobedience resulting in death
• Genesis 1:26-27; Romans 5:12-19
5. Salvation and conversion through faith in Jesus Christ and His shed blood
• Ephesians 1:7; Romans 5:9
6. Water baptism for the believer by immersion according to
• Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:38
7. Communion of the Lord’s Supper
• 1 Cor. 11:23-26; Luke 22:15-22
8. The infilling of the Holy Spirit
• Acts 2:4; 19:6
9. Divine healing and spiritual gifts
• Mark 16:18; James 5:14, 15; I Peter 2:24; 1 Corinthians 12:1-10
10. The church and ministries
• Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:11-13; Hebrews 12:23
11. In the bodily resurrection of believers at the end of time; the just unto eternal life and the unjust unto eternal damnation
• John 5:29; Revelation 21:3, 8
12. Praising the Lord with enthusiasm, musical instruments, and joy.
• Psalms 100:150: Ephesians 5:19
13. The second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ with power and great glory
• 1 Thessalonians. 4:15-17; Luke 21:27
14. In the GREAT Commission, evangelizing, and reaching all nations for Christ
• Mark 16:15; Matthew 28:19-20
Urgent Prayer!!!
Our region has just been rocked by two huge Earthquakes. Some of our missionaries in Istanbul are Syrians who got affected by the earthquake, some lost their lives, and some were heavily injured and became disabled. You will see below the pictures of the damage that took place.
Please, pray for those people. We are asking for your prayers, help and support to those who were affected by this earthquake. We are raising funds for the funeral of the families who lost their loved ones, and also to provide a relief aid of blankets, food and medical supplies.
You can give through the link below.
https://www.hopeforthepersecuted.com/donate/
Thank you for your heart for the people of the Middle East. Thank you for your support and prayers.
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