Holding onto Faith

Dear Friends of Nexus,

Holding onto Faith Through Uncertainty

Brother Jacob, a South African missionary serving in Nexus Center, did not leave Lebanon during last year’s war between Hezbollah and Israel. Now, due to visa issues, he has been temporarily unable to return to Lebanon. But now, even though God closed one door, Jacob has held onto his faith through the uncertainty, trusting God to open another.

Let us follow in Jacob’s footsteps and go to a relatively unfamiliar African country to remember and pray for the refugees there. The Republic of Malawi, located in southeastern Africa, is a predominantly Christian country with a population of approximately 20.7 million. The United Nations ranks it as one of the least developed countries in the world, and its income level is also one of the lowest in the world.

Jacob was invited to Malawi by Nico and Vicky, classmates during his missionary training, who currently serve in the Dzaleka refugee camp. Originally designed to house 4,000 people, the camp now hosts more than 54,000 refugees who have fled war, violence, and hunger, mainly from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, and Somalia. More than 150 new refugees arrive at the camp each month.

Let us pray for Jacob’s faith and courage, for his visa to return to Lebanon, and for the refugees in Dzaleka camp.

Please follow this link, shared by Brother Nico, to better understand the needs and challenges in Dzaleka camp:

Mission Not Yet Completed

It has been twelve years since Nexus Ministry began serving our friends in Syria and Lebanon. During this period, we have overcome difficult challenges together, such as war, family breakdown, and hunger. Over the years, tens of thousands of refugees have accepted the help and service of Nexus, and many have been baptized into Christ — rich fruit has come, thank God!

The new Syrian government is composed of Sunni extremists, and the power of Islamic hardliners is growing. Christians are suffering a strong negative impact and now face many severe challenges including security threats, restrictions on religious freedom, and declining social status.

A Christian community at risk

Maaloula in Syria is one of the few places where the ancient Aramaic language of Jesus’ time can still be heard. The town’s Christian residents have recently been subjected to relentless violence, forced displacement and loss of ancestral lands. Their population has dropped from more than 1,000 to fewer than 200.

House of Hope – Testimony of Samson & Ava

As Christians living in Syria, we are shocked by the chaos around us every day. A cloud of fear and uncertainty punctuated with gunfire and violence hangs over us, and we feel as though the storm of war may engulf our lives at any time. Yet even amidst all this noise, I still hear that stronger, louder voice—the voice of God.

I often ask myself, Can we, as Christians, uphold our faith in this land? Or will we be forced to leave and lose our churches and communities? The fear is sometimes unbearable. But I also know that God’s plan is always greater. His voice still rings loud and clear in the storm.

No matter what challenges we face, we will stay here and stay true to our beliefs. No matter what the cost, we will trust Him unwaveringly. I will continue to pray, embrace hope, and bear witness to His love, trusting Him to guide us, protect us, and lead us on His path.

Sincerely from Samson’s family of four

Revelation 3:2: “Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die…”

While John was on the Isle of Patmos, his exhortation to the church in Sardis reminded them to strengthen what was left of their faith — what was “about to die.”

During this difficult time, we need your support to continue our mission. We cannot do this alone, and your gift, no matter how big or small, is a testimony of our faith, supporting vulnerable Christian communities that are “fading” or “dying,” conveying God’s love and hope in the most difficult of times.

Become our partner — let us join hands to fulfill the Great Commission, working together to bring hope and love to more people in need.

Candy and Nexus Mission

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