Within days of the earthquake on 6th February 2023 that devastated eastern Turkiye, Turkish Christians rushed from other parts of the country to help.
“One church group used their hands to dig people out of the rubble,” a front-line worker said. Others set up emergency kitchens and shelters.
One improvised cafe was so successful in feeding survivors and emergency workers that it attracted the attention of the local governor – “He was so impressed, he told the group, ‘Please continue what you are doing. Let me know how we can help,’ and he offered free use of some government trucks and additional food,” said a front-line worker.
“Local Christians are doing the work of Matthew 25:35 — ‘I was hungry and you fed me; I was thirsty and you gave me a drink.’” The worker said local news coverage of the Christians’ activities increased requests for Bibles.
Pray that God will bless the church abundantly so that she can continue to shine for Jesus and minister to those affected by the earthquake. Pray that divine provisions will continue to pour in and meet the needs of both the survivors and emergency workers. Pray that many will come to faith in Christ through the love of these believers.
(Source & Photo : VOM)
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