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Category Archives: Safe Shelter
Jerusalem’s Safety and Peace
As we celebrate Christ’s Palm-Sunday ride into Jerusalem, we should obey this Biblical instruction: Psalm 122:6 (ESV) Pray for the peace of Jerusalem! Not sure how to pray? Try these suggestions from One for Israel‘s website: “For the Holy … Continue reading
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Safe Shelter by a Landfill
Around the world, some of the poorest people live near or on garbage dumps. New Life Nicaragua decided to do something about it. “In 2009, NLN began a new ministry in Cristo Rey, a barrio set near a … Continue reading
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Sheltering Flight
In the best of times, life is hard in Mozambique, one of the least developed nations in the world. Clean water, food, basic education and heath care are day-to-day challenges. Cyclone Idai’s wind and water swept away what little they … Continue reading
Shelter the Recovery with Prayer
Historic high waters have devastated Nebraska, Iowa and beyond. NCN News words it well: “Please pray for those who are suffering in the aftermath of this storm and flooding. Pray for those who have lost livestock, livelihoods, homes, … Continue reading
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The Only Safe Shelter
Floods, shootings, crashes, blizzards. Is there no safe space? Psalm 91:1 (NLT) Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Wherever we are, whatever the trouble surging … Continue reading
Tornado Shelter
A week ago, 39 tornados swept across portions of Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina. One tornado injured 97 people and caused 23 deaths in Lee County, Alabama. “Since Monday, March 4, Samaritan’s Purse has been on the … Continue reading
Shelter for Syrian Refugees
5.6 million Syrian refugees left their homeland, seeking safety elsewhere. Many of them fled to Lebanon. World Vision works with local Christian churches to meet the needs of these refugees for food, supplies and learning centers for the children. They … Continue reading
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Shelter from Trafficking
We can debate the issues relating to border security. But we must agree on one thing: human trafficking for forced labor or sexual slavery is wrong. “The United States is now a destination country and global slavery auction … Continue reading
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Sheltering Marriage
Hebrews 13:4 (ESV) Let marriage be held in honor among all. How do we honor marriage? Focus on the Family* puts it this way: “. . . it involves recognizing the beauty and worth of your relationship with your … Continue reading
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Restored Shelter for Iraqi Christians
ISIS attacks drove Christians in Iraq from their homes. In the historic Christian city of Qaraqosh, for example, almost all of the 50,000 residents left to find shelter elsewhere, some families packed into small spaces for years. 14,000 of them … Continue reading
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