Spiritual Hotspots: Stories From the Field

Ron and Charis discuss how modern revivals today compare to the 1st Century Church. Ron's reflection on the apostle's efforts in spreading the Gospel and why there is such a huge movement today will both inspire and encourage you.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Join Ron and Charis as they discuss how indigenous national workers in the spiritual hotspots operate. This is a new era in missions, and Ron explains how national church planting ministries function in a way that makes sense to them culturally.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Join Ron and Charis as they discuss the importance of studying the Bible.   Is there significance to missions?  Can we learn from the national church? You won't want to this episode of Asked and Answered!  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

What does revival have to do with the Lord's Prayer? Ron discusses what's happening worldwide in the spiritual hotspots of the world and how there is a new sense of the Holy Spirit invigorating the national church.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

When a pastor’s wife writes a letter to encourage her husband, who is in jail for printing Bibles, the authorities arrest her too.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

From the time he was a little boy, Thomas had a burning question that could not be answered: “Where was God?” Even his father, a respected sheik could not answer the question. But, one night everything changed for Thomas. Find out how God revealed Himself to this seeking man and how Thomas responded  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at...

A teenage runaway finds Jesus and returns home to share the Good News.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

A visit to Siberia in the 1990s, seared vivid images in Ron’s mind. In this podcast, he recalls spiritual giants he met and shares a colorful commentary on travel, luggage, in-flight service, and more. Take a few moments to enjoy this hair-raising adventure.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

We had heard a powerful move of God was happening in Dalat, in the central highlands of Vietnam. Security issues dictated that we visit at night. While there, we heard of miracles and healings and amazing dedication to Christ. As we learned what motivated the church planters, we knew our sketchy entrance to the area had led to a victorious visit.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover s...

Ron and Charis talk about the current situation in Albania and Serbia.  God is doing something special in the Balkans! Spiritual hunger is rapidly growing as people discover the peace that comes from knowing Jesus as their Savior.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

In a strongly Buddhist region of Myanmar (Burma), known for demonic activity, a national church planter showed the "Jesus" film. The whole village responded to the invitation to turn to Christ! Hear the rest of the story that explains how God reached this village and demonstrated His power even as the people watched the movie. And find out why supernatural activity plays a key role in ev...

Check out the latest around-the-world, eye-witness updates with a focus on three countries. Find out how the internet is opening doors to hungry, searching people in Egypt. Hear how the power of forgiveness, plus passion and zeal for Christ are bringing massive numbers of Ethiopian people to a saving knowledge of Jesus. And from Israel, hear about urgency and who is "fighting" over Bible...

Join Ron and Charis as they discuss the difference between believers in Jesus Christ and those who follow other world religions.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

On this Global Update, you will hear the facts and realities of life in Iraq’s refugee camps. Though, for the most part the guns are down, these displaced people continue to suffer the effects of the war and live in fear.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Around the World Update - Visit China and hear about the current desperate situation. In Laos, you'll be WOWED to hear how God is powerfully overcoming darkness. Do you know how God is reaching the Jewish people today, who survived the Holocaust as children? Listen to this update from Israel. And finally, Ethiopia is a place where God is moving in hearts and lives and growing His Church.  Lea...

This is an oldie but a goodie! Enjoy a personal visit with our leadership. Find out how Empower works, and hear Ron explain the big picture of missions from a global perspective. (China, Ethiopia, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia)  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Empower Ministries partners with the National Church worldwide, but what does that mean? Who are the nationals? What is the National Church, and why should we care?  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Israel is not a third-world country, so why are Bibles so desperately needed there? Ron and Charis answer this question with an exciting report of what the Lord is doing in the country.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Ron has worked with national believers for the last thirty years. In this episode, Ron talks about the miracles occurring in the spiritual hotspots and the result of God’s work. What is a trophy grace? God’s incredible accomplishments in the lives of ordinary people.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Discover the exciting events currently happening in Israel today! More than ever, Jewish men and women are turning to the Gospel and are experiencing the transformative power of belief in Jesus!  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Why are national workers so effective at planting new churches? What are some of the difficulties they face in their ministries? Join Ron and Charis as they discuss the challenges national church workers endure in their day-to-day lives.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

A family in India is resistant to the Gospel message and hostile to the pastor spreading the Good News. However, things change when the pastor prays for their papaya tree, and something unexpected happens to the fruit.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

What is the 10/40 window? Is it still relevant today? What drives hunger for the Gospel? In this episode of “Asked and Answered,” Ron and Charis discuss the history of the 10/40 window and why things are different today.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Spiritual revivals are happening right now all around the world. National church planting ministries are effectively sharing the Gospel message. In this episode of “Asked and Answered,” Ron and Charis Pearce explain why these ministries are so effective.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

A young Cuban couple pray for healing and a place to worship. Hear how God provides even beyond their expectations.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca