Spiritual Hotspots: Stories From the Field

The authorities put James in jail for providing Bibles to the believers in his congregation. His late-night escape went undetected by everyone.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Isaac wanted everyone to know about his faith in Jesus. He knew water baptism was the next step in his journey, but he was unprepared for what God was about to do.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

 When Samuel became a Christian and left the Communist Party, everything changed. God’s plan for his life was unlike anything he could have imagined.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

 When the Vietnamese authorities tore down a village church, it only took three days to build it back up again.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

A violent people group in a remote region in India thrived on violence and cultivated a gruesome reputation until one desperate man changed the fate of the entire village.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Amos has suffered for his belief in Jesus Christ. His time in prison was torturous, and his body nearly failed him, but his faith never wavered.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

 A Muslim leader has an incredible experience with God at a critical moment. When he tries to tell his Muslim brothers about the encounter, they react violently.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

The Lord healed Hanna from demon possession and severe illness. Her Hindu father turned violent when he learned of her new faith.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Ling knew what she signed on for when she married Fen. A pastor’s life in China is anything but easy. When her husband was arrested, she was forced to flee. Her experience running from the authorities only brought her closer to the Lord.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Pastor Han lived in a cave he dug out himself so he could stay hidden from the Chinese government. He spent months underground studying the Bible before he was discovered and thrown into jail. What he did upon release from prison is nothing short of extraordinary.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Chinese authorities raid underground Bible School.  The students remain undeterred in their studies!  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Bopha and her husband survived the “Killing Fields” of Cambodia then found faith in Jesus. At every turn, the Khmer Rouge opposed them, but they remained undeterred in their mission to tell others about Christ.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Hundreds of people in Ethiopia crowd into cattle trucks on a journey to find a water source for baptism. Their testimonies on the river bank inspire a new church! Listen to find out what happened when villagers forced the trucks to stop as they headed home.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

The incredible story of a Chinese pastor’s intense torture and his unwavering faith in Jesus.     Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Ming is a pastor in Vietnam. He suffers continually for his faith in Jesus, but Ming perseveres and finds joy through the ongoing persecution.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

A seventeen-year-old devotes himself to the poorest of the poor in the slums of Mumbai.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

 A devastating experience in India has a profound effect on Ron. The urgency of sharing the Gospel has never been so apparent.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

An exhilarating account of Ron’s first meeting with the Red Army soldier that started the house church movement in China. “Nothing could deter him from following Jesus, not even being beaten every day for a year.”  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

A powerful but sick witch doctor learns about Jesus and gives her heart to Him. Her decision provokes intense persecution and an outpouring of God’s grace.  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Modern missions have undergone some radical changes.  It's all about the Grandfather/child relationship.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

 Ruth accepted Jesus after witnessing a miracle of healing. When Chinese police arrest her and torture her in prison, her faith remains unwavering.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

When God wants your attention there's no end to His creativity.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

She was in her 70's and she lived in a cave.   Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is doing around the world at empowerministries.ca

Believers in China must do many secretive things to remain hidden from government forces, but this secret Bible School Ron saw firsthand is like nothing you’ve ever heard before.   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 answer YOUR inquiries about modern missions today. What role does transportation play in church planting ministries around the world? Listen to this new podcast series to find out! Submit your questions to askus@ronpearce.org and be sure to listen regularly. The next question might just be yours!  Learn more about Empower Ministries and discover stories of what God is d...