Month: June 2026

A PERSONAL EYEWITNESS: where bombs expose what faith assumes

This past week I met with believers in the war-torn countries of Lebanon and Syria. What follows over the next few days are the theologies that rose from the rubble—truths tasted, touched, and seen. Truths that call us to show up, draw near, delight deeply, shepherd faithfully, and recognise beauty even in brokenness. These are the unmistakable theologies of a church that refuses to die. So, for the next 7 days we will explore a theology that was placed under the spotlight as we fellowshipped with the remanent in Lebanon and Syria. Here is the introduction

By Mike June 12, 2026 Off

14 PERSECUTED NATIONS AT THE WORLD CUP: why the church should pay attention

Fourteen nations participating in the World Cup are places where Christians are persecuted and the gospel is restricted, opposed, or dangerous to share. This is a divine opportunity for the church to reach out as athletes and fans travel to the biggest Christian nation on earth. Imagine it: as the world fills the arenas with noise, the Church fills the heavens with prayer. Here are the 14 nations and how we can pray for them

By Mike June 3, 2026 Off

FROM PITCH TO PULPIT : 10 World Cup insights from the Apostle Paul

On 11 June 2026, the soccer‑loving world will once again turn its collective gaze toward the FIFA World Cup. Yet beneath the spectacle lies something ancient: the pursuit of excellence, the discipline of training, the endurance of the long race.  Something Paul understood long before the world knew stadiums, sponsorships, and digital scoreboards. When he looked at the athletes of his day he dared to say: This is what faith looks like. Here are 10 lessons from the pen of Paul

By Mike June 1, 2026 Off