SIM Stories

Felicia finds lasting hope in jail
Mistakenly jailed and awaiting an opportunity to defend herself, a woman finds faith and hope in Christ thanks to SIM Nigeria's prison visiting ministry.

Lake dream helps lead sisters to Christ
Everything changed for sisters Hawa* and Aisha* after a strange dream helped lead them to join a Christian youth camp on the shores of Lake Malawi.

Abi's eyes open to prayer
On mission in Canada, a young Sports Friends intern saw first-hand how doing things 'By Prayer' really works.

Faithful witness for mum and daughter
Thanks to an initiative that empowers even the poorest around the world to serve as mission workers, a mother and daughter in Thailand were able to hear the gospel.

Uplift offers freedom for Sanu*'s children
Like any loving mum, Sanu* dreams of a better life for her children. Thanks to an SIM programme for vulnerable women and children on the streets of Dakha, her dream is becoming possible.

Your distress, my miracle
This week’s earthquakes in Turkey and Syria remind us that tragedy can overcome us at any time. The story of an air disaster miraculously averted, though, helps us remember God is working all things together for good, even in the darkest moments

SIM mobilising relief aid for Turkey quake
Devastation from February 6th's earthquakes in Turkey continues to impact thousands. Find out how you can join us in supporting those affected.

From smuggling to salvation
In Peru, a donated Bible full of 'Post-It' notes helped transform a women arrested for drug trafficking into a ‘new mommy’ for her children back home.

Problems, or possible adventures?
Often, serving in mission looks different from how we first envision it. Read how a worker in Asia is finding a 'sweet-spot' in an environment and role full of unexpected challenges.

Harvest joy among the Yao people
Ministry to the Yao of Malawi has resulted in the establishment of a church who, last year, completed and dedicated a brand new building. Now it is helping them to be even more effective among their community.

A church where the stone was first cast
Forgiveness shown by Sports Friends' workers in Malawi after a physical assault resulted in many people coming to know the love of God in a relationship with Jesus.

Born-again Kuba seeks God’s priorities in Poland
Despite having grown up and been active in the church in Poland much of his life, a time of doubt and disconnection led Kuba into a new depth of relationship with God. Now he is seeking to share the good news he found with others in his homeland and beyond.

Heartbreak unlocks a door for hope
How Christian compassion shown to a girl tragically suffering from cerebral malaria led to an open door for real hope to enter a Fulani community in West Africa.

A raw message
SIM For Freedom's Sarah Scott Webb recently spent two weeks with Ukrainian church and denominational leaders, listening as they told their stories and discussed ways we could support them and their people.

Pioneer Esther* is taking the gospel into the heart of Central Asia
Read how a front-footed young woman is seeking to bring social, economic and spiritual change to rural communities in Central Asia by sharing the gospel of hope with people who have never heard it.

Extending God’s love in Australia
Cross-cultural workers in Australia have had the joy of sharing the gospel with refugees, migrants and international students. Read how one of them saw God work in a special way as members of his community were baptised.

Storytelling is not just for kids
As we retell the nativity story this Christmas, it's worth remembering that for two thirds of the world's population, storytelling is the primary way of learning and connecting. AfriGo Magazine's recent storytelling issue encourages us to investigate.

Christmas in Athens: The Macs’ Greek odessey
Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to share the hope of Christ for one family serving in Greece. Connecting with locals and migrants, they long to see vibrant churches planted.

Hold fast like lichen: Art’s power to redirect our thoughts
Art can focus our thoughts uniquely and communicate truth in powerful ways. Read how a piece by SIM's global arts ministry point person Pete McCarthy encourages us to 'Hold Fast'.

Hope reaches hurting Rocio through radio
Radio is able to reach people with the gospel when they need it most, and often where no one else can get to them. Find out how God changed Rocio's life through Ecuador's Radio Hope.
SIM Stories

Felicia finds lasting hope in jail
Mistakenly jailed and awaiting an opportunity to defend herself, a woman finds faith and hope in Christ thanks to SIM Nigeria's prison visiting ministry.

Lake dream helps lead sisters to Christ
Everything changed for sisters Hawa* and Aisha* after a strange dream helped lead them to join a Christian youth camp on the shores of Lake Malawi.

Abi's eyes open to prayer
On mission in Canada, a young Sports Friends intern saw first-hand how doing things 'By Prayer' really works.

Faithful witness for mum and daughter
Thanks to an initiative that empowers even the poorest around the world to serve as mission workers, a mother and daughter in Thailand were able to hear the gospel.

Uplift offers freedom for Sanu*'s children
Like any loving mum, Sanu* dreams of a better life for her children. Thanks to an SIM programme for vulnerable women and children on the streets of Dakha, her dream is becoming possible.

Your distress, my miracle
This week’s earthquakes in Turkey and Syria remind us that tragedy can overcome us at any time. The story of an air disaster miraculously averted, though, helps us remember God is working all things together for good, even in the darkest moments

SIM mobilising relief aid for Turkey quake
Devastation from February 6th's earthquakes in Turkey continues to impact thousands. Find out how you can join us in supporting those affected.

From smuggling to salvation
In Peru, a donated Bible full of 'Post-It' notes helped transform a women arrested for drug trafficking into a ‘new mommy’ for her children back home.

Problems, or possible adventures?
Often, serving in mission looks different from how we first envision it. Read how a worker in Asia is finding a 'sweet-spot' in an environment and role full of unexpected challenges.

Harvest joy among the Yao people
Ministry to the Yao of Malawi has resulted in the establishment of a church who, last year, completed and dedicated a brand new building. Now it is helping them to be even more effective among their community.

A church where the stone was first cast
Forgiveness shown by Sports Friends' workers in Malawi after a physical assault resulted in many people coming to know the love of God in a relationship with Jesus.

Born-again Kuba seeks God’s priorities in Poland
Despite having grown up and been active in the church in Poland much of his life, a time of doubt and disconnection led Kuba into a new depth of relationship with God. Now he is seeking to share the good news he found with others in his homeland and beyond.

Heartbreak unlocks a door for hope
How Christian compassion shown to a girl tragically suffering from cerebral malaria led to an open door for real hope to enter a Fulani community in West Africa.

A raw message
SIM For Freedom's Sarah Scott Webb recently spent two weeks with Ukrainian church and denominational leaders, listening as they told their stories and discussed ways we could support them and their people.

Pioneer Esther* is taking the gospel into the heart of Central Asia
Read how a front-footed young woman is seeking to bring social, economic and spiritual change to rural communities in Central Asia by sharing the gospel of hope with people who have never heard it.

Extending God’s love in Australia
Cross-cultural workers in Australia have had the joy of sharing the gospel with refugees, migrants and international students. Read how one of them saw God work in a special way as members of his community were baptised.

Storytelling is not just for kids
As we retell the nativity story this Christmas, it's worth remembering that for two thirds of the world's population, storytelling is the primary way of learning and connecting. AfriGo Magazine's recent storytelling issue encourages us to investigate.

Christmas in Athens: The Macs’ Greek odessey
Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to share the hope of Christ for one family serving in Greece. Connecting with locals and migrants, they long to see vibrant churches planted.

Hold fast like lichen: Art’s power to redirect our thoughts
Art can focus our thoughts uniquely and communicate truth in powerful ways. Read how a piece by SIM's global arts ministry point person Pete McCarthy encourages us to 'Hold Fast'.

Hope reaches hurting Rocio through radio
Radio is able to reach people with the gospel when they need it most, and often where no one else can get to them. Find out how God changed Rocio's life through Ecuador's Radio Hope.
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