July prayer letter, 2024
“Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving; meanwhile praying also for us, that God would open to us a door for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in chains, that I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak.” ~Colossians 4:2-4
Dear pastors and prayer partners: Peace be with you in the Lord!
Last month, we learned from a partner that on April 15th, being China’s “National Security Day”, people in China got prompted messages from government to encourage them to report and expose whatever is violating their “cyber security” regulations. Under such circumstances, the website of our partner had been subject to control and blocking in China, making it difficult for listeners there to continue listening to the programs smoothly. The six programs we put on their platform were also affected.
Looking back on 2021, from the website listening statistics provided by our partner, we could see that the number of listeners of our programs increased several times. After inquiry, we learned that listeners who used to listen through WeChat application had switched to websites instead, after the control measures implemented on social media in China. Thank God, in this way, at that time we came to realize that there were so many potential listeners paying attention to our programs.
Once again, we invite you to pray for every media organization or program broadcasting platform that cooperates with us. When facing difficulties in outreaching our media ministries, may God open the doors for us to preach the gospel and to have corresponding countermeasures and methods so that listeners can access our gospel programs without any interference.
[Thanksgiving, Updates and Prayer Requests]
1.Please pray that there will be more cooperation platforms to broadcast our programs. We are currently cooperating with【Listening】, an overseas audio website. We will select a few episodes of programs and place the audio files over there. We hope to reach more listeners and guide them to the official website of Voice of Salvation or download our App to listen to the programs.
2.Please pray for our manpower resource needs. We need 2 co-workers for the program team and 1 for accounting person. Referrals from pastors, co-workers, brothers and sisters are welcome. For details, please visit the official website or call us.
3.New content in our programs for children will be launched next year. Please pray for the program host who is learning hosting skills and content design.
4.Pray for the preparations of the 50th anniversary celebration gathering of Voice of Salvation.
[Letters/Messages from Listeners]
◎From China... hi host Duo Duo, thanks for sharing beautiful hymns with us in the program. I like your voice very much. May the Lord bless you...
◎From China... hi host, an abundant world was presented to me when I listened to what’s shared by you in the program over again. You are wise and knowledgeable, full of positive energy. Jesus loves you. Your style and sense of humor are appreciated. God bless you. …
◎From China…..What is the name of the hymn played at the end of the program?...
◎From China...Thank you for the messages shared in the program today. I will convey it to my son and daughter who are not saved yet. May God bless my children and their families through the messages in the program..
◎From China...Hello, I have been listening to the Whispering Hope, but found that there is only one year of content on the platform. Can I get the content of previous programs?...
◎From Taiwan... Thank Lord that I found your App unexpectedly. I really like the hymns introduced in the program, Echo in the Valley. As for other programs, I haven't listened to them yet... and will catch up.
[Feedback from Bible Correspondence Students]
◎Student Zhuang... I have been in prison, and now I am about to be paroled. This process to participate in this Bible course let me truly experience God's meticulous care in all the big and small things in life. Especially when my roommates had difficulties and were depressed, I introduced the Lord to them. After that, they personally prayed and experienced the prayers being heard and answered. I deeply felt what it means for unbelievers to praise the Lord greatly and to have their joy inside. Some even began to start seeking God. The joy in my heart at this moment is indescribable. I enjoy working with the Lord...
◎Student Shi...I thank the Lord for His guidance, as I know His grace is always enough for me. His power is made perfect in human weakness. Hallelujah! Knowing the Lord is the greatest blessing in my life. This course helped me to know God better and strengthened my faith, and I also know that God is my help at all times. …
◎Student Zhang…Thank God for guiding me to attend Salvation Bible course that I can learn about God……Jesus Christ sacrificed his life to redeem all sinners in the world by being crucified on the cross, and suffered a painful death so that our sins could be forgiven and cleansed. …I am very touched by what I have learned in this course. …
◎Student Li ... I have been a believer in the Lord for 20 years without going to the church or Bible study regularly. Around half a year ago, our fellowship group leader mentioned this Bible correspondence course that it might help me understand the truth again. Being an action taker, I immediately signed up on Google...
◎Student Zhou... In this course, I learned how God created the world, how human ancestors turned their backs on God, and also understood the truth that all humans are sinful that God sent us Jesus Christ, the Son of God and what He has done for us, give us the opportunity to regain a new spiritual life by believing in God, confessing our sins, and receiving forgiveness. …I hope that everyone can be in the arms of God to recognize and accept Jesus as our Savior. …