Dear Co-Laborer for Christ,
"Please, we need Bibles!"
As you read these words, countless persecuted Christians around the globe are yearning for something many of us take for granted: access to God’s word.
The Lord Jesus himself -- the Word incarnate -- proclaimed, “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst” (John 6:35).
But under the persecution of hostile and oppressive regimes, many of our brothers and sisters in Christ are spiritually starving for lack of access to God’s Word. In these countries, the possession of a Bible is not just restricted; it's often deemed illegal — and in many cases can be dangerous!
Yet in spite of persecution, the demand continues to grow, which is why, here at Global Christian Relief (GCR), we are tirelessly working to print and distribute Bibles in these challenging regions. Brave believers risk their lives to smuggle these precious Scriptures into secret house churches, underground networks, and communities of converts from Islam.
But to continue the work and provide much-needed spiritual nourishment to these oppressed believers, we rely on the generous partnership of kingdom-minded friends like you. With a gift of $50 today, you can print and deliver TEN Bibles to Christians in hostile areas -- often enough to equip an entire house church!
Will you give the gift of God’s Word to spiritually starving brothers and sisters by partnering with GCR today? 
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Your compassionate support today can empower our teams to deliver Bibles where they are needed most. From Iran to Pakistan, Iraq to Egypt, and Mozambique, persecuted believers, especially those who have left Islam, are hungering for the Word of God in their native tongue.
The impact of providing persecuted Christians with access to God's Word cannot be overstated. It can mean the difference between a newfound believer standing firm in their faith or wavering forever in their new faith.
The Apostle Paul assures us in Romans chapter 10 that “faith comes through hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.” That means that your gift is an eternal investment in the lives of those who dare to hope amidst persecution.
Consider the testimony of believers like Kasim, a secret church leader and former Muslim, for whom the Bible is a lifeline and a source of truth. Or Isaac, another former Muslim turned Bible smuggler, who, despite the risks, cannot hide the compelling light of Scripture.
Every day, these courageous men -- and thousands of their brothers and sisters -- live among Christians and churches hungering for the spiritual nourishment they need. Like the people of Israel journeying through the wilderness, they’re crying out for the “true bread from heaven” (John 6:32) that will sustain them.
That’s why every Bible we’re able to deliver is cherished and proclaimed with unwavering faith, even in the face of persecution.
I cannot stress the urgency and importance of this mission. Every Bible smuggled into these dark places is nothing short of a miracle.
And we need many more miracles!
Will you join us in this vital work by making a special gift today to provide God's Word to our suffering brothers and sisters in Christ?
Consider for a moment how precious God’s word is in your life. I imagine you probably resonate with the prophet Jeremiah, who said, “Your words were found, and I ate them, and your words became to me a joy and the delight of my heart, for I am called by your name, O LORD, God of hosts” (Jer. 15:16).
What an amazing blessing it is to have God's revealed Word readily at hand!
But now imagine the sorrow that our brothers and sisters must feel when they can’t turn to God’s Word for joy, delight, assurance, and peace. Surely they resonate with the psalmist's cry, “As a deer pants for flowing streams, so pants my soul for you, O God” (Psalm 42:1)!
GCR and our partners are committed to delivering as many Bibles to these Christians as possible. But we cannot do it without your help.
Your gift of $50 delivers 10 Bibles for believers to have a Bible study together. And a generous gift of $150 could bless an even larger home church fellowship with 30 Bibles! Whatever you are able to give, I urge you to give generously, knowing that you are investing in the eternity of precious brothers and sisters in Christ.
Please don’t delay. Our persecuted family in Christ is counting on us for their lifeline!
Would you step forward?
You can provide a Bible here at this link: https://give.globalchristianrelief.org/give
Serving Christ,
Dr. David Curry
President and CEO of Global Christian Relief |
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Global Christian Relief
PO BOX 27001
Santa Ana, CA 92799 |
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