In different periods of life, the Lord places His children in different circumstances and, accordingly, different types of ministry. Some preach in a large church, others are engaged in biblical counseling one-on-one, some contribute their finances, and others organize Christian camps, work on translations of literature, prepare media content, etc.
Recently, God has blessed our minister in France, brother Youness, with meeting many new people from different nationalities and backgrounds. French and Ukrainians, Syrians and Moroccans, Iranians, Afghans, Palestinians… Meetings take place in the church, in the parking lot, in a cafe, at home, and online. We are convinced that all of them are not accidental, and we believe that many of these people will be saved through the ministry of our brother.
Youness meets with some men more often. They are open to communication about religion and ask many questions. Youness emphasizes that one cannot always find answers to questions in the religion one was born into. He teaches them to look more broadly and not to be afraid to ask themselves uncomfortable questions concerning the foundations of their worldview. This is when he begins to testify, thanks to whom his life changed.
Three families from Syria recently arrived in France. They need help in various areas because they only know Arabic. They know that Youness is a Christian and are surprised that he is helping them. Previously they lived in Egypt and did not have someone who could take such care of them. Thus, through specific circumstances, our minister can show them God’s love and witness about the Savior Jesus Christ.
New friends are also made thanks to cooperation with various organizations and associations that collect humanitarian aid for Ukrainians living in France and for people in Ukraine. Communicating with people who have suffered great losses due to the war, the missionary tells them who they can rely on and who they can turn to for help.
At Christmas, a festive program was held for a group of Ukrainians.
A woman from Mariupol, who now lives in France alone with two children, prayed a prayer of repentance after the meeting. Her life is full of difficulties and problems, and now she learns to entrust them to God.
Among the acquaintances of Youness, some Christians are also familiar with people of other religions and they pray for their salvation. For such people, he continues to give seminars on how to convey the gospel. In these classes, Christians acquire practical skills on how to evangelize in different cultures. Please pray that God will touch the hearts of those people with whom Christians communicate.
At the beginning of 2024, Youness had the opportunity to visit his relatives in Morocco, whom he had not seen for 4.5 years. During their reunion, they all experienced so much joy, and had many conversations and prayers! Please pray for Youness’ parents because they are sick.
