The truths in God’s Word are immutable, but in certain seasons certain truths become a lifeline. As the crisis in Cabo Delgado escalates with increasingly horrific incidents of violence and mounting numbers of people fleeing for their lives, we anchor ourselves to the promise found in Romans 5. By God’s great grace we find joy in the suffering because we know it produces perseverance; perseverance produces character; character produces hope. It is this hope we carry to those who have suffered unspeakable trauma.

In the last year, an estimated 600,000 people have fled an extremist insurgency and of that over 100,000 have sought safety in the the small city of Pemba and surrounding villages. Rolland & Heidi and their team of dedicated Mozambican and international missionaries are committed to sharing the simple gospel of love no matter the circumstances. Daily they are distributing enough food to feed 30,000 internally displaced and extremely needy people. Our team has drilled wells to provide clean water and sanitation so there isn’t a compounding health crisis. Hygiene kits, garden packets, and temporary shelters are also passed out to help people regain a sense of stability. While meeting these physical needs, the greatest joy comes from giving away Bibles in the native languages, introducing people to Jesus, and discipling new believers in their walk with the Lord.

We will persevere in this work for as long as there is need. As we face this manifestation of evil, we keep Jesus ever before us knowing He already laid His life down for us. May your heart be filled with compassion to pray for the hurting and lost to come to know Jesus and for his love to transform the nation of Mozambique for eternity.