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 steve green concert for bibles-huge success
On Friday, September 19, 2008, award winning singer, Steve Green, in partnership with Bible League, appeared in concert at Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, Illinois to provide Bibles around the world. Over 1,000 people attended the event that raised funds to provide 14,670 Bibles. You, too, can host Steve Green in concert to provide Bibles! Click for info.
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 india's orissa state needs your prayers
Militant groups have targeted Christians in India's Orissa state simply because of their faith. According to news reports, countless Christians have been beaten, raped, stoned, and some publicly beheaded. Please pray for peace in Orissa and several other Indian states where violence has escalated and for the safety of Christians throughout the area.
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 on the road to senegal
U.S. radio station hosts recently traveled with Bible League to Senegal in West Africa. Testimonies from Muslims who accepted Jesus through Bible League’s ministry touched everyone’s hearts. When Muslims accept Christ, they often lose everything: job, family, food, shelter. One new Christian stated boldly: “I will continue to read the Bible until the end of my days.” Visit www.1800yesword.com.
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 god's word lights the darkness
Persecution of Christians is real. In many countries, those who have the courage to stand up and step out for their faith often become targets for violence, abuse, imprisonment, torture—and even death. They need God’s Word. Bible League’s new “A Light in the Dark” mission project is available for your church. For more information about this project, call Connie Reitsma at 866.825.4636 or
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children caring for children
 Your children will develop a heart for children in other countries when they participate in our Children Caring for Children in-class mission project. Fun activities such as stories in manga format will help them understand that all children need God’s Word. For more information, call 866.825.4636, or email us. |
 is your estate plan up to date?
When was the last time you updated it? Your Will is a safeguard, making sure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. To learn how to include Bible League as a beneficiary in your estate plan, call Bill Murphy, Bible League’s Director of Planned Giving, at 866.825.4636, ext. 8544 (toll free), or e-mail.
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video: church planters celebrate in kenya
KENYA—Bible League's training of church planters in Narok, Kenya, culminated with a joyful worship service in June 2008. Africans who complete this training are often so proud of their achievement that they hold a graduation—complete with caps and gowns. Their enthusiasm is obvious in this short video clip. Praise God for their willingness to build His kingdom! |
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a greater mission
CHINA—When God’s Word grips the hearts of young people, their influence on their peers is strong. Tian learned about Jesus after listening to some of the elders in his village. He desired to learn more, and today, he is impacting students throughout his university. Find out more. |
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god's word delivers family
SERBIA—“It was like I was before the Red Sea,” recalls Danica of her memories of war, poverty, and her family’s struggle to survive. “Water was before us, and Pharaoh’s army was behind us.” God’s Word showed them the way after two Bible League-trained leaders helped them study the Bible. Find
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