Firm Foundation In Christ Ministries

On May 7th, the FFICM women's ministry stepped into a community on the edge of the jungle — a place locals warned was dangerous, since the dense cover gives thieves, kidnappers, and drug dealers a place to hide.

But trusting it was God's work, the team went anyway — and found a community hungry to listen!

Fourteen people heard the gospel that day, and two gave their lives to Christ. Another man re-dedicated his life and asked for prayer over his family.

This May, the women's ministry reached three communities like this one.

Please pray for them as they train local guides to walk alongside these new believers in the months ahead.

In chapter 5 of FFICM's Following Jesus Christ booklet, Rich teaches on communicating with God — and uses Hannah as a powerful example of someone who poured her heart out to Him. God heard her. And He answered.

God has the ability to help us. He cares, and He wants to.

For me, that's been deeply personal. God has shown up in ways I desperately needed — from a life-threatening case of appendicitis that went unnoticed for over a year, to specific and ongoing mental health struggles. I'm so grateful that He cares that much for me: that He listens, and answers in ways better than I ever could have expected or imagined.

— Stephanie R., FFICM Communications & Prayer Coordinator

Comment below — how has God shown up for you or someone you know through prayer? Like and share to encourage someone today.

Praise report!

Last month, we asked you to pray for Mercy — and you did. She had been battling malaria, typhoid, anemia, dizziness, weakness, and high blood pressure, all compounded by an extraordinary season of grief: the loss of her grandmother, who had been like a mother to her since Mercy lost her own mother as a young child.

And in the midst of that mourning, two of her cousins were shot and killed by Fulani militia on their way home from the funeral.

The weight of what Mercy carried was immense. And yet — she is healing. Her health has improved significantly, and we give God all the glory.

Thank you for standing in the gap for her through prayer. It matters more than you know.

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Will you lift up our children's program in prayer?

Our writing team has been pouring themselves into developing lesson materials for children around the world — helping them truly know God, appreciate Him, and walk with Him every day.

They're nearing completion of the first lesson: Who God Is.

Pray for wisdom as we shape materials that can speak across many cultures — and pray every lesson draws children into the presence of their Father.

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Thank you for covering FFICM with your prayers!

In Rich’s teaching Devotion to Christ, he highlights the unchanging character of Jesus: a joyous gift each believer has access to!

Jesus has displayed his love throughout the bible.

He multiplied the pieces of fish and loaves of bread.

He healed. He comforted.

He washed the disciples' feet, then he instructed his disciples to go out and display that same type of love to others!

Jesus is loving — so much so that He gave His life for you, offering eternal life in return.

Comment below what Jesus' love means to you or a time where Jesus' love has impacted you.

If this encouraged you, please share with someone who needs it.

Please pray for FFICM Ethiopia’s National Director, Eskinder, and head trainer, Desta, as they travel to Shashemene next week to train 60 pastors and church leaders from the Genet denomination.

Shashemene is a heavily Muslim-majority area, and they are requesting prayer for God’s protection, safety, and guidance throughout the training.

Please also pray that the pastors and leaders will be encouraged, equipped, and empowered to make disciples and share the gospel effectively in their communities.

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