Spiritual Needs of the Region

Spiritual needs come in more forms than only demon possession; The conjoint of the legal, social, economic and the violent state of the region affects the spiritual growth. These are all things the enemy can use to his advantage.

“Opposition comes in many forms, but primarily are the strongholds of the mind. People in this culture have their faith constantly reinforced and validated. Legal opposition, social stigma, and even economic penalties are disadvantages for those who question their faith are very real.”

The 8 nations we are appointed to are in no way monolithic. Each varies in strength of opposition, but the general census work in the same.

Openess among people to discuss their faith and the faith of others without fear is a huge battle. Many people here have questions but there is great fear to ask them.

“The incidents of healing and salvation shine against a dark backdrop of increased violence. ISIS claimed responsibility for bomb blasts in Damascus on Sunday (Feb. 21) that killed at least 87 people, according to the United Kingdom-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, and car bombs in Homs killed at least 59 civilians. On Monday (Feb. 22), Russian forces were suspected in an attack on a hospital supported by Doctors Without Borders that killed 25 people. Russia denies responsibility.”