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CHRISTIANITY IN ASIA

This page will be dedicated to finding Christian made series in Asia. Thanks for all the help from all our brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus out there! We always welcome more help from those who would like to help supply us with information or pictures for this web page.
Most anime fans are all too familar with classic Christian anime series like,
IN THE BEGINNING
SUPERBOOK
and
FLYING HOUSE
since they have been translated into dozens of languages and brought to America and very many other nations around the world, so we'll save reviewing them towards the end of this page. So what else is there, now that we are in the 21st Century? Praise the Lord! There are now many more new Christian anime series being made and brought to the U.S. and around the world from various nations in Asia!
An alliance of Christian ministries, organizations, and individuals, from Hollywood to the Heartland, is forming around the dream of bringing the Gospel to folks in all parts the world in Anime format from many nations in Asia! Listed below are links to many other web sites sharing various pictures and info on some of the newest anime series that are now coming out of Asia.
Thank God for dear brothers in Christ like Paul Crouch, who has been so blessed with his Trinity Broadcasting Network! We now have a new Christian channel available free (where available) for kids and adults too with the new "Smile of a Child" Network! Paul is now asking folks for suggestions we can make for new "family friendly" made programs for this new channel. This may be an awesome opportunity to help get even more classic anime imported to America again like we had years ago back during the 1970's and 80's with the CBN cable channel. Most older anime fans can still remember the good ol' days back when we could watch classic anime like ,
LEO THE LION
ASTROBOY
and
TALES OF LITTLE WOMEN
to name a few.
These anime series may not have been considered to have been Christian. But maybe the more important question has more to do with whether or not they are "family friendly" in nature or not. Are they in any way objectionable to some viewers? The answer of course is no. So should something have a strong Christian message in order to be considered Christian? Or can something that is "family friendly" be considered acceptible?
Maybe we should ask, just what exactly makes a series considered to be "Christian"? Does it have to take place during Bible times and be based upon scripture? Does it have to have an all out preachy message to it? Some would argue that it doesn't. Just like that old cable tv channel CBN had for quality programming, TBN too may decide to also have for their newer channels as we have already started to see happen to some extent.
Some Christian rock bands have been known to make songs without a real message but then are we missing something? Some would say yes. But does that then mean a Christian song must always have lyrics by that logic? I have known some Christian bands that have made songs with no lyrics. Some would argue that even "clasical music" in a way is Christian since often those that made it were themselves Christian and indeed, as you will see below, some Christian anime that has been made is indeed about Christians who created "classical music". So what about other stuff then? For starters let us try to find other "Christian related" series made in Asia.
God willing we may be able to soon see a lot more on Paul's new channel which can be seen free! Go to TBN's website and help out! Let them know you want to see more classic anime like CBN used to have! Why waste time with paying every month for cable? You can watch TBN online for free! Praise the Lord! Things will likely change for the better over the coming decades with the rise of Christianity in China and elsewhere.
Only recently did dear brother Paul send me a letter sharing the good news of what has been happening in Asia! TBN has entered into an agreement with "Asia Broadcast Satellite"! Praise the Lord! "Asia Broadcast Satellite" is a new satellite service provider, which will allow TBN to now further expand their broadcasting coverage of the great Asia-Pacific region of the world! Home to more than half of the Earth's population!
At the same time, work has now been completed on TBN's own new satellite uplink station in Manila, Philippines. Now fully operational, this new facility is literally the "launch pad" from which TBN's signal is beamed throughout Asia and the South Pacific! Praise the Lord! This will likely encourage more Asian program makers to begin making even more Christian related series in the future! Praise the Lord!
Remember folks to Praise the Lord and keep TBN in your daily prayers! TBN is now able to reach the world with the Gospel through Christian television! But remember dear brothers and sisters, if you too have accepted Christ Jesus as Lord and Savior that you too are the key to reaching our world for Christ.
God is really awesome in how He answers prayers! For those of you who grew up with Trinity Broadcasting Network, you too have seen how awesome prayers can be answered and what can be accomplished through our dear brothers and sisters in Christ throughout the world! Let us stop and take a look back at how the Trinity Broadcasting Network came about many years ago...

TBN's ORIGIN

TBN's story began way back on May 28th 1973, in a converted warehouse in southern California with just one borrowed TV camera, a few makeshift props, and a Sears shower curtain for a backdrop. That humble seed planted 34 years ago has grown into a worldwide network of over 16,000 television stations and cable affiliates, fed by 66 satelite channels. But the glorious news is that through the years more than
36 MILLION SOULS - that TBN knows of -
have contacted TBN to confess faith in Jesus as their Savior! The love, prayers, and support of our precious brothers and sisters in Christ are woven through the fabric of TBN's history. There would be no TBN without the help of folks like you! Together we must continue to help spread and expand Christ's church to all parts of the Earth! Before you know it all remnants of 20th Century's Communism will at long last colapse and be over thrown! Democracy will triumph thoughout the world probably before the 22nd Century! So let's try and work together to help!
In the meantime let's also try to find every Christian related series and so on ever made in Asia for starters. If anyone knows about any not mentioned on this page, please let us know! The links to other web sites listed below also do mention some other comics and manga. We can not be held responsible for what another web site may have for content, but if anyone finds anything objectionable, please let us know and we will correct the matter immeadiately.
As for some of the newest in Christian Anime, here are some of the titles we have found so far...

THE TORCHLIGHTERS
HEROES OF THE FAITH

Torchlighter:
One who commits to serving God and passing on the light of the Gospel,
even when the going gets tough. You, too, can be a Torchlighter!
Featuring:
* True-life Christian heroes
* Action-packed animation
* Faith-building stories
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Values emphasized:
* Following Gods calling
* Sharing the gospel
* Enduring through trials
Highlighting the honor, integrity and life-changing experiences of those well-known and little-known Christian men, women and children who in response to Gods call, dedicated their lives to a life of whole-hearted commitment and passionate service to Jesus.

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The Torchlighters is a new ongoing anime series of programs with strong values and educational content for the whole family. Each Torchlighters episode presents the story of a true-life hero from Christian history.
You will see what God can do through a "Torchlighter" and will be challenged to carry your own torch while learning about the history of our Christian faith!
You can now be a "Torchlighter" too and share your own testimony story with others and test your knowledge on other Torchlighters like William Tyndale and more at the new Torchlighters web site!
Now The Torchlighters series is available in other languages too aside from the subtitled versions the new english dubbed version is now being released throughout the the whole world by the Christian History Institute and V.O.M. ministries. Now you too can enjoy some of the newest and best quality made anime from China.
The Torchlighters Heroes of the Faith series is a very interesting and educational anime made for the whole family, filled with lots of action, excitement, and adventure. This series starts off with one of Chistian history's greatest "Heroes of the Faith", Willam Tyndale. The Christian who helped make the first english translation of the Holy Bible.

FOR THE NEWEST "TORCHLIGHTERS" ANIME PLEASE VISIT,
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TORCHLIGHTERS
https://torchlighters.org/

TORCHLIGHTERS DVD's
https://christianhistoryinstitute.org/store/category/torchlighters

TORCHLIGHTERS ON YOUTUBE ,
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Torchlighters

The Torchlighters: The Jim Elliot Story Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQDCsE70rL8&feature=youtu.be

The Torchlighters: The Amy Carmichael Story Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0b-3aFLmAM

The Torchlighters: The Richard Wurmbrand Story Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOA8iJ9YZWQ

The Torchlighters: The William Tyndale Story Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSbfUxm-W5c

The Torchlighters: The Eric Liddell Story Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcveTeiHmM4

Torchlighters Martin Luther Christian Movie Trailer HD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CeslJ97HsyM

KIDS OF COURAGE
https://www.kidsofcourage.com/?cat=17

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EPISODE ONE
THE WILLIAM TYNDALE STORY

This episode of The Torchlighters follows William Tyndale's adventures as he works in secret, moving from town to town as a fugitive to avoid capture. Friends and allies help him along, but enemies may be lurking around any corner. Come along and see whether this Torchlighter completes his task before the king's men close in on him.

Is he willing to risk his life for this cause?

Follow William’s adventures as he works in secret to complete his task.

Angry religious leaders burned William Tyndale's Bible translations and other writings.

Living as a hunted fugitive has its challenges.

William Tyndale’s calling is to right a great wrong. The church and government authorities have made it illegal to read, write or even speak the sacred Scriptures in English. The most important book ever written is being kept from all but the most educated and powerful people of the day. Sensing that God’s Word is for all people, William defies the authorities and begins the difficult and dangerous work of translating the Old and New Testaments.
King Henry VIII has ordered his bounty hunters to track William Tyndale down and
William can almost feel them closing in.

Tyndale and Roy flee by night to a ship.

After he was denied support from the Church, he secretly traveled to Germany to print his translation. Tyndale was eventually betrayed and put to death in England. Soon after his death, however, the King approved the translation of the Bible into English, which led to the King James version. The realistic animation, energetic characterizations, and fast-paced plot will keep viewers engrossed.

See how William risks his life to bring God’s word to England. When they see the sacrifice William is willing to make so that others may read the Bible, their appreciation for the Scriptures will increase.

In 16th century England, translating the Scriptures into English is William's calling. It won't be easy with the English government and established church firmly opposed to anyone who even speaks the scripture in English. Follow this brave fugitive on a journey of faith as he works to complete the task he has been given.

This realistically animated production describes the devotion of William Tyndale, a Christian. Tyndale was a language scholar in England in the 1500’s, a time when all copies and readings of the Bible were in Latin. The church and government authorities made it illegal to read or speak the Scripture in English, and those who did were prosecuted. However, Tyndale felt that the Bible was for all people, not only those who understood Latin, so he felt that it was his duty to translate it into English.

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NEW EPISODES!

Work is now also well on the way for completing the second episode on William Tyndale. In January, they recorded the sound track at the Churches Television Centre in Bushy, Watford . Russell Boulter, formally of ‘The Bill’ played the part of William Tyndale with real passion and conviction, and it was great to meet up with Timothy Bateson again who played Cardinal Thomas Wolsey and one or two other parts.
As a part of the William Tyndale story we did an interview with Professor Daniell, President of the William Tyndale Society. This interview will be on the DVD as one of the extra features. What a fascinating and moving story it is. We were completely inspired hearing about the background to this man of God who brought the first English Bible to this country. Who can say what the impact has been of this one life – a man who dedicated himself to serve God and paid the highest price for it. In 1594 Tyndale was burnt at the stake as a heretic. And his heresy? Putting the Bible into English so that the ordinary people could read the word of God for themselves.
Such was the power of the Church under Cardinal Thomas Wolsey that they didn’t want the people to think for themselves, lest they should revolt against the authority of the Church. Thank God for men like William Tyndale who refused to be held down and submit to such an atrocious law.

WILLIAM TYNDALE
GOD'S OUTLAW

It is hard for us today to imagine not having a Bible in our own language, but it hasn't always been that way. When William Tyndale was a little boy growing up in England in the 1500s, ordinary people did not own Bibles. They had to go to church to hear what the Bible had to say. But there was one problem--the priest read the Bible in Latin, a language only the most educated people could understand.
As William Tyndale grew older and finished college, he felt that God was calling him to translate the Bible into English so that all people could read it for themselves. But--believe it or not--translating the Bible was against the law. Like many others during his time, William Tyndale was called a false teacher and was put to death for his beliefs.

The English Bible on English Soil Once the printing was completed, copies had to get into England without being seized. Smugglers hid the Bibles in shipments where no one expected them: in flour barrels, in trunks with false bottoms, and in airtight boxes inside wine barrels.
The Bibles sold as quickly as they reached England, even though one cost about half a week's earnings (over $100 in today's dollars). Families saved and put their money together, and a farmer would trade an entire load of hay to get just one Bible. Groups would meet together to hear the Word of God for the first time in their own language.
The religious leaders and the King were furious! They tried to destroy as many copies as they could. They also intensified their search to find and arrest William.
Based on historical sources, this is his story as he might have told it.....
My Gift for Languages Lets Me Read the Bible for Myself (Tyndale learned a total of 7 languages). I grew up on a farm in Gloucestershire, England. Life was very difficult for English families. Children worked very hard to help their parents. Disease and famine often killed thousands at a time.

My parents could tell early in my life that I had a gift for learning languages. I was able to go to Oxford University, one of England's finest schools. By the time I graduated, I had mastered SEVEN languages! Of them, Hebrew and Greek were most useful to me, because I could now read the Bible in its original languages.
I learned so much about God as I read the Bible for myself! I knew I had to use the gift God had given me so that others could read the Bible for themselves, too! I was well aware that translating the Scriptures was against the law and could cost me my life, but how could I not do what God was calling me to do?
Church and King Try to Keep Me Quiet
At first I asked the Church authorities for permission to translate the Bible into English. The answer was no. The Church believed that only the Pope and priests were educated enough to truly understand and interpret the Bible.
One day a discussion with a priest became a heated argument when he told me that it was better to be without God's laws than the Pope's. I could not believe what I was hearing! I answered him by saying, "I defy the Pope and all his laws; if God spares my life, I will cause a young farm boy to know more of the Scriptures than you do."
I also did not agree with the Church's teaching that doing good things was the way to get to heaven. The Bible clearly says that salvation is a free gift from God for those who believe. Many in the Catholic Church and also the King of England, Henry VIII, looked for ways to keep me quiet.
Hiding from Spies
I knew I must leave England immediately. I secretly traveled to Germany, where others had also taken a stand against some of the Church's teachings. When I arrived, I quickly changed my name--so no one would be able to find me--and began my work.
Translating the Bible into English was a difficult job. Each word had to be recorded correctly. The language also had to be simple enough for even an uneducated person to understand. It took more than a year for me to complete the New Testament translation.
I had to find a good printer whom I could also trust to keep my whereabouts secret. I could not risk being caught. English spies would be paid well to turn me in. One spy eventually did find out where the first printing was taking place. I narrowly escaped capture, getting away just in time with some of my materials!
A "Friend" Turns Me Over to Killers
I had begun to feel quite safe in Germany. I had also become somewhat of a celebrity. But I let nothing get in the way of completing my task. I worked late every night translating several books of the Old Testament.
One day I met a young Englishman in Germany who seemed to share my ideas about the need to translate the Bible. Over time we became good friends. What I didn't know was that this young man was a spy who would soon betray me. He led me right into the hands of my captors, after inviting me out for a meal. I was jailed, charged with heresy (false teaching), and sentenced to death by burning.
The last thing we know about William Tyndale is that he was led through a crowd into the public square. A noose was placed around his neck. His last words were, "God, please open the King of England's eyes." He was then hanged and his body was set afire.
God answered his prayer in a wonderful way. Within one year of William Tyndale's death, the King of England gave approval for an English Bible to be published. Tyndale's Bible was used as a guide for the new translation. This new translation is the father of the King James Bible that is still read today.
William Tyndale had a talent for learning languages. Instead of burying his talent, he worked hard to develop it and use it for God. What talent has God given you? What can you do to develop your talent and use it for God's glory?
Translating languages is very difficult work. To get a feel for the difficulty, try translating the Ten Commandments into language that a preschooler could understand. You can find them in the Old Testament book of Exodus, chapter 20.
It seems strange that some people in the 1500s thought the Pope's law could be more important than God's law. Can you think of a time when you have had to choose between following God's laws and following man-made laws? What did you do?

William Tyndale tops King Henry VIII's "Most Wanted" list in 1535 and is being pursued across Europe by the king's bounty hunters. What is his crime? Murder? Theft? No, none of these. William Tyndale's "crime" is translating the Bible into English for the common people. Is he willing to risk his life for this cause?
This awesome new anime is now sold in stores and can be bought online. The DVD even includes, a stimulating interview with Dr. David Daniell, Tyndale scholar and a fascinating interview with actor Russell Boulter, voice of Tyndale. As well as a comprehensive leader's guide with background information, timeline of the period, additional resources, and much more! Check it out, you'll be amazed how far Christian anime has come since the days of SUPER BOOK! I'm certain you won't be disappointed!

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EPISODE TWO
THE JIM ELLIOT STORY

Jim Elliot, missionary-martyr 1927-1956.
A glimpse into the life and heartbeat of the young man who said:
"He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose."
Growing Up
As a little boy growing up in Portland, Oregon, Jim Elliot listened carefully as visiting missionaries told about life on faraway missions fields. He asked them questions and dreamed about being a missionary himself some day. It made him sad that so many people in other countries died without knowing about God.
The Long Boat Trip
On February 2, 1952, Jim Elliot waved goodbye to his parents and boarded a ship for the 18-day trip from San Pedro, California to Quito (Kee-toe), Ecuador, South America.
He and his missionary partner, Pete Fleming, first spent a year in Quito learning to speak Spanish. Then they moved to Shandia (Shan-dee-ah), a small Quichua (Kee-chew-wah) Indian village to take the place of the retiring missionary. Jim and Pete studied hard to learn the language and fit in. Their hard work paid off; in six months, both were speaking Spanish well enough to move to Shandia. When they arrived in Shandia, they also had to learn the speech of the Quichuas.
Planning to reach the Aucas
Three years later many Quichuas had become faithful Christians. Jim now began to feel it was time to tell the Aucas about Jesus.
The Aucas had killed many Quichuas. They had also killed several workers at an oil company-drilling site near their territory. The oil company closed the site because everyone was afraid to work there. Jim knew the only way to stop the Aucas from killing was to tell them about Jesus. Jim and the four other Ecuador missionaries began to plan a way to show the Aucas they were friendly.
Nate Saint, a missionary supply pilot, came up with a way to lower a bucket filled with supplies to people on the ground while flying above them. He thought this would be a perfect way to win the trust of the Aucas without putting anyone in danger. They began dropping gifts to the Aucas. They also used an amplifier to speak out friendly Auca phrases. After many months, the Aucas even sent a gift back up in the bucket to the plane. Jim and the other missionaries felt the time had come to meet the Aucas face-to-face.
The Mission Begins
January 2, 1956, was the day that 29-year-old Jim Elliot had waited for most of his life. He jumped out of bed, dressed as quickly as he could, and got ready for the short flight over the thick Ecuador (Eck-wah-door) jungle. Almost three years of jungle ministry and many hours of planning and praying had led Jim to this day. Within hours, he and four other missionaries would be setting up camp in the territory of a dangerous and uncivilized Indian tribe known then as the Aucas (Ow-cuz), known now as the Waodani (Wah-o-dah-nee). The Aucas had killed all outsiders ever caught in their area. Even though it was dangerous, Jim Elliot had no doubt God wanted him to tell the Aucas about Jesus.
The Tragedy
In 1956, news from the steamy jungles of Ecuador spread rapidly around the world. Five young American men had been mercilessly killed by members of the Auca (Woadani) tribe the very same people those young men had gone to serve and befriend. That seemingly senseless tragedy has become an inspirational marvel as family members of those young men have now befriended that very same tribe!
Faith in Action
This is the story of one of the brave Torchlighters who lost his life that fateful day. Jim Elliot spent his youth preparing to share the Gospel with those who never heard it. But nothing could have prepared him for the dangers and challenges he would face in the jungles of Ecuador. The remote Auca tribe was suspicious and antagonistic toward even the friendliest gestures from outsiders. Would Jim and his fellow missionaries ever be able to break down the hostile barriers and carry a torch of faith to these people who are determined to attack all outsiders? In this episode of Torchlighters we follow Jim's adventures in faith from his college years to his work in the jungles, showing young people his faith in action as he answers Gods call to do the seemingly impossible.
Operation Auca,
One day while flying over Auca territory, Nate Saint spotted a beach that looked long enough to land the plane on. He planned to land there and the men would build a tree house to stay safe in until friendly contact could be made.

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The missionaries were flown in one-by-one and dropped off on the Auca beach.

After four days, an Auca man and two women appeared. It was not easy for them to understand each other since the missionaries only knew a few Auca phrases. They shared a meal with them, and Nate took the man up for a flight in the plane. The missionaries tried to show sincere friendship and asked them to bring others next time. Would Jim and his fellow missionaries ever be able to break down the hostile barriers and carry a torch of faith to these people who are determined to attack all outsiders?

For the next two days, the missionaries waited for other Aucas to return.
Finally, on day six, two Auca women walked out of the jungle.
Jim and Pete excitedly jumped in the river and waded over to them.
As they got closer, these women did not appear friendly.

Jim and Pete almost immediately heard a terrifying cry behind them.
As they turned they saw a group of Auca warriors with their spears raised, ready to throw.

A Woadani (Huaroni or Auca) warrior hurls a spear. Jim Elliot reached for the gun in his pocket. He had to decide instantly if he should use it. But he knew he couldn't. Each of the missionaries had promised they would not kill an Auca who did not know Jesus to save himself from being killed. Within seconds, the Auca warriors threw their spears, killing all the missionaries: Ed McCully, Roger Youderian, Nate Saint, Pete Fleming and Jim Elliot.

Jim Elliot clings above a cliff during a flood.
Waiting to Hear
Late in the afternoon of Sunday, January 8, Elisabeth Elliot, Jim's wife, waited by the two-way radio to hear Nate Saint and his wife discuss how things had gone that day. But there was no call. As evening turned to night, the wives grew worried. They knew the news was not good.
The next morning another missionary pilot flew over the beach to look for the men. He saw only the badly damaged plane on the beach.
News quickly spread around the world about the five missing missionaries. A United States search team went to the beach, found the missionaries' bodies, and buried them.
But don't think Operation Auca ended there, because it didn't. In less than two years Elisabeth Elliot, her daughter Valerie, and Rachel Saint (Nate's sister) were able to move to the Auca village. Many Aucas became Christians. They are now a friendly tribe. Missionaries, including Nate Saint's son and his family, still live among the Aucas today.
Elisabeth Elliot even helped make a movie about Operation Auca called "Through Gates of Splendor". It showed real life scenes of the five missionaries on the beach with the friendly Aucas. It also included footage of the two years she and her daughter spent living in an Auca village.

This is the story of one of the brave torchlighters who lost his life that fateful day.
Jim Elliot spent his youth preparing to share the Gospel with those who'd never heard it.

Nothing could have prepared him for the dangers and challenges he would face in the jungles of Ecuador. The remote Auca tribe was suspicious and antagonistic toward even the friendliest gestures from outsiders.

In this episode of Torchlighters we follow Jim's adventures in faith from his college years to his work in the jungles, to the legacy he and his fellow missionaries left behind.
The Auca became Christians through the efforts of the widows of the martyred men. Steve Saint the son of missonary pilot Nate Saint (one of those killed), became a pilot himself and worked among the Huaorani.

In January, 2006, "The End of the Spear", a live film, retelling the story of Jim Elliot, Pete Fleming, Ed McCully, Nate Saint and Roger Youderian came out. It gives even more information.

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Jim's Mission

During his life, Jim Elliot longed for more people to become missionaries. In his death, however, he probably inspired more people to go to other countries to share the love of Jesus than he ever could have in life.
In the mid fifties, a group of five young American missionaries flew into the jungles of Ecuador to reach the Auca Indians with the gospel of Jesus Christ. But just when they thought they had made the breakthrough, disaster struck and all five of them were brutally martyred.
News from the steamy jungles of Ecuador spread rapidly around the world. Five young American men had been mercilessly killed by members of the Auca (Woadani) tribe – the very same people those young men had gone to serve and befriend. That seemingly senseless tragedy has become an inspirational marvel as family members of those young men have now befriended that very same tribe!
The Jim Elliott story is an exciting, challenging and inspiring anime for the whole family. This true story is accompanied by a moving interview with Steve Saint, son of one of the martyred missionaries and includes lots of original movies shot by the missionaries themselves.

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EPISODE THREE
THE JOHN BUNYAN STORY

John Bunyan (November 28, 1628-August 31, 1688) was English-born.
Best known for writing the most famous Christian allegory,
"The Pilgrim’s Progess".

John Bunyan is a hard-working family man. As a tinker, he goes from town to town, mending pots and pans for all who will pay. He’s put aside the pranks of youth and his rough days as a soldier and is trying hard to live a good clean life. No cursing, no fighting and no stealing! But despite all his efforts, John can’t free himself from a heavy burden of guilt. Fear of eternal damnation haunts him day and night.

Finally, a chance meeting helps John to understand that he must hand his sin over to the One who can carry the load. Once he’s free of the burden of guilt, John is like a new man. Nothing can stop him from sharing the good news of salvation with others. Before long, this uneducated tinker is preaching to crowds that are hungry for solid spiritual food.
John Bunyan became a Christian writer and preacher.
There’s just one problem. Preaching outside of the official church is illegal in England in 1660. When the authorities learn of the tinker-preacher and the large crowds coming to hear him, they draw up the necessary papers and send their officers to do the dirty work. If Bunyan preaches even one sentence, he will be arrested and thrown into prison. With his wife, his children and his congregation watching, John Bunyan steps to the pulpit. With a glance toward the waiting officers and their arrest warrant, Bunyan takes a deep breath and begins his sermon. He would rather follow his calling and suffer the consequences than cower in fear as a free man.

To stop preaching just to save his own skin is unthinkable for Bunyan. But, how can his work continue from the confines of a cold, prison, while his wife and blind daughter struggle to survive?

He spent the majority of his days in prison, separated from his wife and children. Because he would not agree to stop preaching the Word of God, John Bunyan was thrown in jail for going against the Church of England. Interestingly, Bunyan had a very active imagination, which led to his curiosity with the “unpardonable sin.” He continually heard voices urging him to “sell Christ” and was tortured by nightmares and horrible visions, but to stop preaching just to save his own skin was unthinkable for Bunyan.

They imprisoned his body but not his faith.
How can his work continue from the confines of a cold, prison, while his wife and blind daughter struggle to survive? Watch as John serves his Lord in trying circumstances.
Once in prison, John’s ministry continues in a new way. The man with little education and much personal grief uncovers a distinct talent for writing. After completing several non-fiction books, John begins the most important work of his life. The Pilgrim's Progress follows the struggle of a Christian Pilgrim to stay true to his beliefs, avoid temptations, and remain on the narrow path to reach heaven. Published in 1678, this book’s description of Christianity as a journey containing both highs and lows has impacted countless numbers of people. After the Bible, it has been the most circulated Christian work of all time that has blessed millions.

John Bunyan is a real-life hero of the Christian faith and will inspire you to carry your own personal torch of faith for Christ.

John Bunyan: The Jailor's Story

Taking a Stand

I watched for trouble as John Bunyan preached to a crowd in the town square. The foolish man had been warned he'd be arrested for preaching outside the church. At this rate, he'd end up in my jail before long.
"I must preach," I once heard him tell an officer. "When God lays that on a man's heart, it is terrible to disobey, more terrible than your jails."
"Humph," I thought. "Does he really know what jail is like?" Did he understand how dark they were, how only the faintest light penetrates the damp stone walls? Did he realize that he'd get just a quarter loaf of bread a day and that no one in the crowded cells got to bathe?
If Bunyan did know about these conditions, he didn't let it stop his preaching. I became curious. Why would a man act like this? Did Bunyan really believe what he said about God? What did I believe? These questions were in my mind when I went to hear him, hoping no one in the crowd would recognize me.
Bunyan's preaching kept my attention. I'll give him that. He spoke about what makes a person a Christian. Now that was a funny thing to talk about. Weren't we all Christians since we were born into the Anglican Church?
"Those who receive Christ are the ones who truly know God," he shouted.
That's when it started-- a disturbance at the edge of the crowd. Officers of the British government muscled their way past worshipers. "John Bunyan, we arrest you in the name of the king for holding an illegal religious meeting."
I slipped away and returned to the jail; there'd be a new prisoner to process.
The Times
I stood before him with my hands on my hips. "Well, Bunyan, look at where your preaching got you."
He sat on the rough bench regarding me with peaceful eyes. Fear usually envelops my prisoners' faces.
"You understand the law, don't you?"
"Yes, of course. These are troubled times, and the new king fears that hotheads could stir up revolution. But I'm not interested in politics. My zeal, as you know, is for bringing lost people to Jesus Christ," insisted John.
I jumped. "And how would I know?"
Again, the smile. "I saw you out there today."
"Yes, well, a man can be curious, can't he?" I grumbled and hurried away. John Bunyan wasn't going to get his hooks in me.
Bunyan drew a lot of visitors to my jail, including his devoted young wife, who was expecting a baby. She always came in with her head high and proud, as if defying the stench and the darkness. She constantly went to the authorities to plead Bunyan's case. One man shouted her out of his chambers claiming, "John Bunyan does the devil's work!" Like her husband, she never quit.
When she didn't come to see him for several days, I figured she was out badgering the judges again. When she did come, it was clear that she had lost their baby. Bunyan remained in prison, toiling away, making shoelaces to earn money. I didn't hear him complain, but sometimes he looked very sad.
Never Give Up
Three months after Bunyan came to jail, a big-shot came looking for him, wrinkling his nose at the smell.
"If you promise to stop preaching, you may go free," I heard him tell Bunyan.
"I cannot go against God," he said.
"Pitiful," I thought. "After all he and his family have been through, he's still holding out. What's wrong with him?"
Preach and write, write and preach. That's what Bunyan did day in, day out. Many a morning while I passed the bread along to the hungry inmates, I'd hear him preaching to the others. "God will come to the aid of anyone who believes in Him," he said.
"Don't you ever stop?" I growled at him.
He shook his head and smiled. "I'm already in here for preaching the Gospel. What's to prevent me?"
Did John Bunyan continue to preach? Find out in part 2 of this Glimpses for Kids worship bulletin.

John Bunyan: The Jailor's Story, Part II

Blind Mary Brings Soup
For all the hardships I saw him endure, what really got to me was his daughter, Mary, a little girl of 10. The first time I saw her I said, "Why do you want to be coming to a place like this?"
John Bunyan shares his faith with his jailor in "The John Bunyan Story."
"I've brought my father his supper," she replied holding up a hot jug of soup.
When she tripped over the stoop, I shook my head at her clumsiness. "Better watch where you're goin'."
"I can't help it, sir," she said. "I'm blind."
I could've eaten my words and bitten my tongue. Poor lass! Naturally, I let her in. She memorized the way to the prison and started coming daily to give her father soup. I knew where she got her dedication.
It nearly broke my heart when, three years later, she didn't come.
"Where's the lass?" I asked her brother.
He hung his head. "She's awful sick."
Then she died. I half expected Bunyan to start wailing at the news. Instead, he took up his pen. Through his quiet tears he explained, "I must write about the resurrection of the dead."
That's when I started wondering if it might be true.
John Bunyan's Progress
Twelve years passed, and finally Bunyan was set free. It seemed as if his troubles were over and he could go back to a quiet family life. Yet, one day three years later, I looked up and there he was again.
A pompous looking officer said, "This man is under arrest for illegal preaching."
I sighed. Was there no end to this man's troubles?
"C'mon in," I said. "I believe you know the way."
When he got settled, he started writing again as if he had something urgent to say. He paused a few weeks later and looked up as I brought his bread. "And what keeps you so busy these days?" I asked.
"There's a story I've been working on for a long time. It's about a Pilgrim named Christian who is making his way through a world full of hardship and temptation. He's going to make it, though, to Heaven, or what I call the Celestial City."
droplet"A Celestial City? Ha! This world is so full of troubles, how can anyone believe in heaven? Surely, all your trials have taught you that, John!"
John's eyes held compassion. "My friend, we all have trials in this life. But if we put our faith in God, then we will see that we are just pilgrims passing through this world on our way to heaven."
Finally, it was all so clear to me! John Bunyan was like a Pilgrim on a difficult journey, but he knew he was going to a better place. By keeping his sights on heaven, he could face anything, even imprisonment!

Learn More!

* Suggested reading:
o The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan
o Dangerous Journey by Oliver Hunkin (available from Vision Video)
o The Pilgrim's Progress Audio Drama

Other Websites:
www.chinstitute.org/glimpses
www.ccel.org/b/bunyan/
www.heroesofhistory.com/page47.html

Questions to make you dig a little deeper and think a little harder.
1. In John Bunyan's time in England there was no freedom of religion. Can you think of places in the world today where religious freedom is restricted?
2. John Bunyan could have been released from jail if he would stop preaching. Do you think he made the right decision?
3. John Bunyan's most famous book is The Pilgrim's Progress. The book is an exciting adventure that shares spiritual truths. Why do you think this has become the bestseller of all time, besides the Bible?
4. John Bunyan used his time in prison for good. Look up Philippians1:12-14 to learn of another man who worked for good while in prison. Have you ever served God during a time when your circumstances were bad?

John Bunyan’s life was filled with challenges and victories. No matter what his circumstances, this "torchlighter" followed God to the fullest. Like the main character in his book, Bunyan used all his gifts and resources to press on through thick and thin. His message still rings true today.

"Dangerous Journey"
A live version is also available.

http://www.torchlighters.org

EPISODE FOUR
THE ERIC LIDDELL STORY

“Chariots of Fire”

Eric Liddell breaks the tape in his Olympic run.
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Eric Liddell has committed his Sundays to worship and rest and he intends to keep that commitment. But with all of Scotland begging him to run for Olympic gold, it will be difficult to stand firm. Watch as the fastest man in the world chooses to honor God rather than chase a gold medal. Then watch how God uses Eric’s deep commitment to his faith to bring the light of the gospel to China.

Pressure to follow public opinion couldn't get much stronger. National hero Eric Liddell is Scotland's pride and joy. The entire country is eager for their running celebrity to sprint past the rest of the world and bring home Olympic gold in the 100-meter race. But when Eric make the stunning announcement that he won't race on Sunday because of his religious convictions, he is soon labeled a disgrace and a traitor. See how Eric's famous stand during the 1924 Olympics prepares him for even greater challenges as a missionary to China during World War II.

Eric Liddell is well known as one of the heros of feature film "Chariots of Fire." This anime version starts with his Olympic aspirations, but continues the story into his time as a missionary in China, culminating with his death in a Japanese internment camp during the Second World War.
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EPISODE FIVE
THE RICHARD WURMBRAND STORY

http://www.torchlighters.org

CHRISTIANITY IN ASIA

EPISODE SIX
THE PERPETUA STORY

Perpetua: Her Prison Became Her Palace
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EPISODE SEVEN
THE GLADYS AYLWARD STORY

Gladys Aylward's Long Road to China

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EPISODE EIGHT
THE AMY CARMICHAEL STORY

http://www.torchlighters.org

EPISODE NINE
THE WILLIAM BOOTH STORY

The action-packed story behind The Salvation Army. William Booth is determined to bring the life-changing Gospel to London's worst neighborhood, the East End. But when the local pub owners realize some of their best customers are becoming Christians, they hire big strong thugs to get rid of the preacher once and for all. Watch as William's rag tag band of followers marches into the East End with Bibles and Prayer as the weapons of choice. An inspiring story for all!
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TORCHLIGHTERS CONTINUES !!!

Now there are more chapters in the new Torchlighters anime series! If you want to learn more about some really cool heroes. These aren’t made up heroes or Hollywood creations. These are real heroes who lived truly adventurous lives and did some amazing things! We'll soon start sharing more reviews on the new chapters of the new TORCHLIGHTERS anime series in the coming months. Make sure ya check back again , real soon!
In the mean time check out some reviews on the newer episodes that have recently been released,

http://www.torchlighters.org

FUTURE EPISODES
THE UNTOLD STORY

Up until now the Torchlighter episodes appear to be made based upon the upon the popularity of the Christian Glimpses magazine. You can take a sneak peak at possible future episodes at this link,
http://www.torchlighters.org
2 interesting possibilities for future episodes may include...
Mitsuo Fuchida: The Enemy Whose Attack Provoked America

Squanto and the First Thanksgiving

GREATEST HEROES AND LEGENDS OF THE BIBLE

This is a wonderfully animated series made in Asia with the help of fellow Christians in America. They bring the best-known and best loved Bible stories to life for the whole family. Each program details the Bible stories with the reality of the lives of the characters from Moses to David in the Old Testament to the New Testament from the life of Jesus to the disciples spread the Good News of God’s love and salvation.
Each episode is also introduced by Charlton Heston. Make sure you visit TBN's Website to learn more!

http://www.tbn.org

ANIMATED STORIES FROM THE BIBLE

So far 12 award-winning episodes have been made in Asia with the help of Nest Family. These are anime stories that entertain and educate! Using original music and captivating stories, each episode provides opportunities for relational intimacy based on the Word of God. Learn about the love of Jesus and be inspired to embrace a biblical worldview!
You can visit the website at,
http://www.nestlearning.com/
And learn more from TBN at,
http://www.tbn.org

This series offers fun interactive history and Bible lessons in anime format. But these are no ordinary cartoons. They teach the valuable bible stories we all grew up with. Bible stories about John the Baptist, Daniel, Ruth, Elija, Paul, Jesus and more!
The Following is a list of all 12 episodes that have been made so far and where you can get them,
Episode Guide
The Story of Abraham and Isaac
The Story of Daniel
The Story of David and Goliath
The Story of Elijah
The Story of Elisha
The Story of Esther
The Story of Joseph in Egypt
The Story of Josephs Reunion
The Story of Moses
The Story of Ruth
The Story of Samuel
The Story of Solomon

ANIMATED STORIES FROM THE NEW TESTAMENT

This anime series appears to continue where the former left off. 24 episodes have been made in Asia so far with the help of Nest Family.
It will help you learn more about the ministry Jesus started, the Good Samaritan, the Prodigal Son, and much more!
To find out more you can visit,
http://www.nestlearning.com/
The Following is a list of all 24 episodes that have been made so far and where you can get them,
Episode Guide
Bread from Heaven
Built Upon the Rock
The Good Samaritan
The Greatest is the Least
He is Risen
The Parables of Jesus
The Messiah Comes!
Worthy is the Lamb
The Lord's Prayer
Ministry of Paul
The Miracles of Jesus
The Prodigal Son
The Lost is Found
Lord,I Believe
Lazarus Lives
Kingdom of Heaven
The King is Born
John the Baptist
Jesus The Son of God
Righteous Judge
Saul of Tarsus
Signs of the Times
Forgive Us Our Debts
Treasures in Heaven

SPECIALS :
The Animated Passion Trilogy
He is Risen 2 Pack

K 10 C
KIDS TEN COMMANDMENTS PROJECT

This new anime series from Asia with the help of Tyndale makes God's Top Ten List easy to understand. While staying true to the basic story of Moses and the Israelites wandering in the desert, this telling of the Exodus tale offers a perspective on why God set out clear rules for us to live by. Each Commandment is translated to a real-life situation that helps folks see that God really does want what's best for us. This series will delight your children and bring the majesty of God's work in the lives of the Israelites to life.
Check out,
http://www.tbn.org
and
http://www.k10c.com/
to learn more.

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Episode Guide

Characters

Aaron

Amos

Ben-Ami

Boaz

Ephraim

God

Hannah

Hazzaka

Jacob

Jeshanah

Josephat

Joshua

Leila

Martel

Martha

Matthew

Mehida

Miriam

Moses

Naomi

Natha

Odiferous

Omri

Raca

Rachel

Sara

Seth

Shadi

Simeon (John Schneider)

Ugee

Zeek

Zillah

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"No one has ever taught the Ten Commandments like this before! Your children will want to watch these engaging animated stories over and over again and as they do God’s life giving laws will take root in their hearts and minds. I wish every child in America and around the world could have The Kid’s Ten Commandments videos. What a joy to see something good for kids and God honoring coming out of Hollywood!"
- Josh McDowell

All of Scripture is God-breathed and informs our mind and quickens our spirit, but the Ten Commandments give us the essential rules for living a successful life that pleases God. First carved into stone tablets by the finger of God, the Ten Commandments were given to Moses to bring to God's people. The Ten Commandments Project seeks to communicate God's Commandments with anime. TLC Entertainment, SMEC Media, RichCrest Animation, and Tyndale Entertainment have teamed up with Asian animators to release the first products in support of an anime version of the Ten Commandments. The first products will harness the power of story and the entertainment value of ground breaking animation to catch your attention and communicate the Ten Commandments to you in a memorable way. Expectations are high that these anime projects will spark a worldwide movement as partners around the world join the Kids' Ten Commandments Project.

FRIENDS AND HEROES

This anime series is a bit harder to find information on since it is still rather new. It too has been made in Asia with the help of Nest Family and can now also be seen on TBN.
Friends and Heroes is an epic animated tale of two young people in the First Century - Macky and Portia - whose idealism and friendship leads them across the ancient world, from the fabled Egyptian port of Alexandria, to the besieged city of Jerusalem and finally, to the very heart of the Empire: Rome. As they fight for justice and even survival against the might of the Roman Empire, they become friends and then, in turn, heroes. Through Macky and Portia, Friends and Heroes brings the inspiring stories of the Old and New Testament to a new, worldwide generation in the Twenty-First Century, whatever their faith or background. Like our heroes, brothers and sisters will be empowered by what they see and hear, as they share the courage and compassion, the everyday dangers faced by Macky and his friends.
To find out more you can visit,
http://www.tbn.org/index.php/2/4/p/848.html
The Following is a list of all the episodes that we have been able to find so far and where you can get them,

A Friend in High Places

Long Journey

ANIMATED HERO CLASSICS

This new Asian made anime series is more about Christians in America like the Founding Fathers and so on. So far 20 episodes have been made out of 56 that are planned.
To learn more visit,
http://www.nestlearning.com/?NFLAD
Episode Guide

Abraham Lincoln

Alexander Graham Bell

Beethoven

Benjamin Franklin

Christopher Columbus

George Washington

Harriet Tubman

Helen Keller

The Wright Brothers

William Bradford

Pocahontas

Joan of Arc

The Maccabees

Marco Polo

Marie Curie

Louis Pasteur

Leonardo da Vinci

Florence Nightingale

Galileo

Thomas Edison

MC GEE AND ME

Welcome to the world of Nicholas, a completely normal kid who happens to find himself in not-so-normal situations. Fortunately, Nicholas and his anime buddy McGee always seem to learn a valuable lesson from their wild adventures. Unfortunately, when you are eleven years old (or, for that matter, a anime character), there are lots of lessons to be learned.
This is a rather interesting series made mostly in the U.S. with the anime done in Asia. It mixes the 2 elements together much in the same way as we saw done with Roger Rabbit.
To learn more you can visit,
http://www.tbn.org

EPISODE GUIDE

The Big Lie

A Star in the Breaking

The Not-So-Great Escape

Skate Expectations!

Twister & Shout

Back to the Drawing Board

Do the Bright Thing

Take Me Out of the Ball Game

'Twas the Fight before Christmas

In the Nick of Time

The Blunder Years

Beauty in the Least

Out of Control

More Links to other anime pics!

COMING SOON!

CHERUB WINGS

EPISODE GUIDE

Little Things

Gratitude Attitude

The Angel Song

Follow the Leader

Heaven's Troopers

Never Outta Sight

Moldy Gold

Ooops! Sorry!

Out of Bounds

And It Was So!

Shine Your Light!

The King’s Castle

Bold and Brave!

CHILDREN'S HEROES OF THE BIBLE

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FRANCIS XAVIER AND
THE SAMURAI'S LOST TREASURE

CLASSIC CHRISTIAN ANIME

The following series mentioned below are the most commonly known ,

IN THE BEGINNING

Episode Guide

EPISODE02: Cain and Abel

Characters from the Bible
in anime form by Tezuka,

Additional Information

THE WITNESSES TRILOGY
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The Witnesses Trilogy
https://www.kidsofcourage.com/?p=13221

The Witnesses Trilogy Boxed Set (3 Sets)
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Just let us know!

Prayer Concerns

Focus on China
Capital : Beijing
Population : China has more than one billion people. It has the largest population in the world.
Religion : Communism teaches that the government is the answer to people's problems, not God. In the 20th century, the communist government in China tried to get rid of Christianity. It was against the law to spread the Good News of Jesus. Few Chinese people owned Bibles.
Missionaries from other countries are still illegal in China. Today about half the people in China do not follow any religion. About 40% follow Buddhism or Chinese traditional religions. But millions are coming to Christ every year! The majority of Chinese Christians worship in house churches not approved by the government. In some parts of China, police raid house churches, arrest Christians, and take away Bibles.

Not Just a Fairy Tale

One day, Doris teacher asked her class in China to listen to a "fairy tale". The story told about two people-a man and a woman-in a garden. The teacher didn't say that the people were Adam and Eve. She didn't mention the Bible. And God was not a part of the story.
Doris had never seen a Bible, so she had no idea where the story came from. She just knew that the teacher said the story was a fairy tale.
School girls in China wear a red scarf. It is a symbol of communism. Communism teaches that the government is the answer to people's problems, not God.

Learning the Truth

When Doris was a little older, some friends invited her to a party. The people who invited her were Christians, and the party was a Christmas party. The Christians explained the meaning of Christmas to Doris, and she decided to follow Jesus! Like millions of people in China, Doris' parents did not believe in God. They were upset about her new faith. "You are just being rebellious!" they told her. Doris remained silent and did not argue. But she stood firm in her faith.
Doris learned from the Bible that the story of Adam and Eve was not a fairy tale. She wanted others in China to read the Bible and learn the truth, too. But China had a shortage of Bibles, because the Chinese government allowed only a certain number to be printed.

Smuggling God's Word

Doris began helping Bible smugglers from other countries deliver Bibles to Chinese Christians. At one time, she had five bags of Bibles in her room. People in China may get unwanted attention from the police if they have a lot of Bibles. "Get rid of them!" her parents said. "We don't want to get in trouble because of you!"
Doris delivered the Bibles on a motorcycle to a big house church. The pastor of the church, Samuel Lamb, had been in prison for 20 years because he taught people about Jesus outside of government-approved churches. He believed churches should be approved by God, not the government.

Dangers from False Teachers

"Now many more people in China have Bibles", said Doris. But there is still a shortage, and most Chinese people still have not read the Bible. Every year millions of Chinese people become new Christians. But they don't know God's Word. So they are in danger of being fooled by groups who teach false beliefs. One of the groups is called "Eastern Lightning." Eastern Lightning people stand outside Samuel Lambs's," said Doris. "They stuff CDs of the their false teachings into Christians' pockets."
Eastern Lightning members pretend to be Christians. Sometimes they kidnap people who do not believe their teaching. One of the group's false teachings, according to Chinese Christians, is that Jesus is a woman in her 30's who is hiding in China today. Of course, Eastern Lightning's beliefs and ways do not agree with the Bible. But people who have never read the Bible don't know that.
Doris believes only God can help the people in her country get stronger in His Word. She hopes other Christians around the world will join her in praying that more Chinese people will read and follow the Bible.

Would You Too like to Help?
Please Pray!

Each paragraph in the true story above can be turned into a prayer point for China. For example, you can pray for people who have never seen a Bible, or pray for children whose parents don't know Jesus. List other prayer needs you find and join Doris in praying for her country.

Something Else To Think About,

What are some of the dangers for Christians in America who don't read their Bible?

There's A Lot of Tired Kids

One of our brothers with the Voice of the Martyrs named David said he sees a lot of tired kids in China from when he goes over there to help. Parents in China are eager for their children to do well in school. Many students go back to school at night and on Saturdays to do extra schoolwork. "They spend very little time with their parents", said David. "And most of the parents don't teach their children anything about God."

Coded Text Message

"In the main parts of China, everyone seems to have a cell phone" said David, a contact for the Voice of the Martyrs in China. Many use their phones for text messaging. Chinese people send each other billions of text messages during the biggest holiday of the year-Chinese New Year.
When David visited a house church, he found out that some Christians are careful about what they say to each other in public or on their cell phones. "I was told not to speak about the house church in public, and not even to say 'God'", said David. Christians in his area are concerned that the police may bother them because house churches are not approved by the government. Some believe their phones might be "bugged."
Christians in China often send coded text messages on their cell phones. One such message said "Don't give up. The Father loves you_from creation until now and into the future. Remember we are all His children".
The message does not say, 'God' in it, but a non-Christian police officer might not understand it. Cell phones in China have the same keys as cell phones in America.
Users type their message in "pinyin". Pinyin is a form of writing that spells Chinese words using the English aphabet. The messages then appear on the screen in the symbols used in Chinese writing.

Sing in Chinese

In Chinese, "Jesus loves me" is pronounced "yeh-soo ai woh". ("Ai" sounds like the English word "eye". Pronunciations are approximate.) Sing the song "Jesus Loves Me", substituting the Chinese words for the English phrase in the song.

Baptism in China

"Jesus is real in my life and I love God", said Emily a 13 year old girl. Then the pastor baptized her as smiling church friends looked on.
But Emily's baptism was an unusual event. It took place in a swimming pool outside a city in southern China. "It was freezing cold!" said Emily. The friends who gathered around the pool were members of the "illegal" Chinese house church that Emily attended with her family while they lived in China.
The church members knew the risks of gathering without government permission. Some of the teens and young adults from the church had been taken to the police station once before. The students were studying the Bible at a secret Bible school. They hoped to become missionaires.
The Chinese police raided the school and shut it down. At the police station, one of the students took out his Bible and began reading it. "Why aren't these people scared?" one of the policemen asked another. "Because they are Christians", the second policeman answered. The students believed God's Word, which says,
"Fear not", (Isaiah 41:10).
After the students were released, they boldly continued to study the Bible. The house church continued to meet, and the pastor baptized believers, including Emily. "Pray that the Chinese Christians will continue to rise up in boldness so the light in China will influence the world," said Emily.

What is Your Favorite Bible Story?

A Christian care worker tried to ask Chinese children that question. The worker said, "I could not get any children to answer. I am not saying that there are no Christian children. But the few that I know do not have much knowledge of the Bible. Chinese officials do not like people to share the gospel with anyone under 18."
Every day, thousands of people in China become Christians. The new Christians would like to teach their children about Jesus. But they don't know how! Many of the parents never heard the name of Jesus when they were children. If you too would like to help more please visit,
The Voice of the Martyrs.

Messages from Chinese Youth,

My name is Ting. (Ting is a girl).
I'm glad that I am saved. About 20 to 25 people go to my house church. We praise God, then someone preaches. Our worship services last two-and-a-half hours. English is my favorite subject in school, I would like to be an interpreter. Please pray that I will stay faithful to Jesus.
My name is Jin. (Jin is a boy.)
Our house church is like a big family. Some people in China think Christians are stupid. They think everyone should depend on themselves, so there is no need to care for other people like Christians do. I would like to ask Americans to pray that I will be a missionary someday.

Welcome a Visitor

About 150,000 Chinese students have come to the U.S. to go to school since the 1970s. About half have attended church at least once while they were in America. (Source: Jesus in Beijing by David Aikman) Do you know somone from another country who might like to be invited to church? Do you think they would like to receive a Bible as a gift?

Show a DVD

Once a month, hundreds of Christian families in America mail Bibles to people in China who may have never seen a Bible. Visit www.BiblesUnbound.com to find out how they do it. The Web site tells how you can order a free DVD about the Bibles Unbound program to show to groups who might want to participate in the project.

Sister Kong

Suppose you were not able to use any electricity or water at your house for one day, or even for one week. Would it be a hardship?
A group of kids in China, ages 10 to 15, gathered at the house of a Christian Bible teacher named Sister Kong in July 2007. Sister Kong read Bible stories to them and prayed with them.
Four government officials came to the house. "Children are not allowed to believe in Jesus!" said an official. "And this is an illegal gathering."
Sister Kong said she did not think she was breaking any Chinese laws. But some officials in China do not want children under 18 to learn about Jesus.
The officials questioned the kids at the Bible study about their school. Maybe they planned to tell their school teachers about the kids' Christian faith. A Chinese pastor told VOM that the students are often treated badly at school if others discover they are Christians.
After the officials left, they cut off the water and electricity to Sister Kong's house! No doubt it was a hardship to have the power cut off. But nothing can cut Christians off from the Power who helps them through their struggles.
"The best thing about being a Christian is that God is with me all the time," said Lian, a Chinese Christian student. Lian has faced hardships for attending an illegal house church. "Some people in China think church is not good for kids", said Lian.
Like the Apostle Paul, Chinese Christian kids and their Bible teachers have suffered hardships for their faith. But like Paul, they understand that no hardship can seperate them from the love of Christ
(Romans 8:35-39). God is with them "all the time."

"Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong." - 1 Corinthians 16:13

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Indonesia

Capital : Jakarta
Size : Satellite photos found more than 18,000 islands that make up Indonesia. But due to changing tides, many islands that are visible in the morning can disappear by afternoon.
Time : At 6:00 a.m. U.S. Central Standard Time, it is 6:00 p.m. in Indonesia.
Interesting Fact
A pair of baby tiger twins and two baby orangutans became friends and played together peacefully at a zoo in Indonesia in 2007. “This is unusual and would never happen in the wild,” said the zoo keeper.
Religion
Indonesia has more Muslims than any other nation in the world. Less than 20% of the people are Christian.

“Indonesia Christians: Will Not Give Up.”

A woman named Huta Julu and her church in Indonesia were confronted by Radical Muslims that caused trouble at the church many times.
One night the Muslims nailed boards over the windows and doors so no one could get into the church. So the congregation worshiped in front of the church. Then the Muslims poured mud in front of the church and made it hard to walk there.
Huta Julu said, “We moved into the street to worship and praise God. A Muslim mob brought knives to scare us. We were singing, ‘In the name of Jesus, we have the victory.’ As we sang, many in the mob backed up and tripped, and some fell down….Nothing can separate us from the love of God.”

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The Muslim Leader

A man in a white hat led the attacks on the church. (See the man in the photo above.) The Voice of the Martyrs has learned more from this man about what happened after the attacks.
The man threatened Huta Julu during the attack. He heard her pray, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” (Jesus said the same thing about His enemies when He was on the cross. See Luke 23:34.)
Another time, Huta Julu said to the man, “If I die, you will take my place.” The man went home, amazed by the behavior of those who follow Jesus.”

A Surprising Change

The man in the white hat was the leader of a mosque. A mosque is a building where Muslims meet together to practice their religion.
“A week after these incidents with the church, I was standing on the stage at the mosque for our Friday service,” said the man. “Suddenly I blurted out the words, ‘The only way to salvation is Jesus. Jesus is the way.’ The words just came out. I did not yet know all of what I was saying.
“The worshipers were angry. They rushed up to the stage and beat me right there in the mosque.”
God helped the man escape. He got his wife and children, and they jumped on a bus that was going to another city. Christians helped his family settle in a new home.
The church members he attacked now meet in homes. Every Sunday he calls to wish them a “Happy Sunday.”
Huta Julu said, “Believe that God is here and that He walks in the middle of your problems. As you bless others, you will receive blessing.”
The Bible says, “Bless those who persecute you” (Romans 12:14). Huta Julu obeyed the Bible when she asked God to forgive the man in the white hat. Praise God for the man’s new faith. Pray for his children, who will now grow up knowing the truth about Jesus.

Comparing Muslim Beliefs and Practices

Prayer

Beliefs : Muslims believe they should pray five times a day at certain times. They are taught what they should say and do during the five times.
Practices : 41% of American Muslims say they pray all five prayers every day. (Source: Pew Research Center Study) 61% say they pray every day at least once. (70% of U.S. Christians say they pray every day.)

Mosque attendance

Beliefs : Many Muslims believe they should go to a mosque to pray, especially men, and especially on Fridays.
Practices : 40% of American Muslims attend a mosque at least once a week. (45% of U.S. Christians attend church.) (Source: Pew Research Study)

Ramadan

Beliefs : Muslims believe they should fast from sunrise to sunset during Ramadan, a month on the Muslim calendar.
Practices : A Christian missionary estimated that half of Muslim adults fast throughout Ramadan. (Source: Understanding Muslim Teachings and Traditions by Phil Parshall)

Coverings for women

Beliefs : Many Muslims believe that the Muslim holy book, the Quran, commands women to cover their heads in public (Quran 33:59).
Practices : It is estimated that about 10% of Muslim women in America cover their heads. (Source: Asma Gull Hassan on the Beliefnet Web site)

The Quran

Beliefs : 86% of American Muslims believe that the Quran is the word of Allah, whom they worship. (78% of U.S. Christians believe the Bible is the Word of God.)
Practices : 50% of U.S. Muslims believe the Quran should be taken literally, word for word. (40% of American Christians believe the Bible is literally the truth, word for word.) (Source: Pew Research Study)

Indonesia: “My Jesus Has Been Broken”

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Agus is a 12-year-old Christian boy. He lives in Indonesia. (See his photo above.) One Sunday, Agus tried to pick up his little sister from her Sunday school teacher’s house. Radical Muslims have destroyed 900 churches in Indonesia. So, church groups and Sunday school classes often meet in the homes of pastors and teachers.
But outside the teacher’s house, a group of men began to kick Agus!
The men had a Bible. “Spit on the Bible!” they told Agus.
Agus saw that the men had a machete. (A machete is a big knife used to cut crops and bushes. Machetes are also used as weapons.) The men did not look afraid to use the machete.
But Agus said, “No.” He would not spit on the Bible. Thankfully, God protected him, and Agus got away from them.

Sunday School Visitors

The Bible belonged to Norma, the Sunday school teacher. Earlier, Norma and two other teachers read from the Bible to their class of 17 children.
The Bible lesson was interrupted by about 30 men banging on the doors and windows of the house! They came in the house shouting, “Allahu Akbar,” which means “Allah is great” in Arabic.
Arabic is the language of Islam. Islam is the religion of Muslims. Muslims worship Allah, who they believe created the world. Not all Muslims believe it is right to attack non-Muslims, but those who are extreme, or “radical,” in Indonesia are doing so.
The Sunday school teachers and children knew what radical Muslims had done to other churches. “Jesus, please help us!” Norma prayed.

Attacked with a Bible

“A man picked up my Bible,” said Norma. “One of the men shouted, ‘Because of this Bible, a lot of people are becoming apostates!’”
An apostate is someone who leaves their religion. Radical Muslims in Indonesia are angry when Muslims leave Islam to follow Jesus.
“Then one of the men took the Bible and hit me in the face with it,” said Norma. “My 13-year-old daughter said, ‘Please don’t hit my mom!’
“But I felt the hand of God was protecting me. Another man grabbed the Bible and said, ‘I will burn this!’” Then he took the Bible outside, where the men told Agus to spit on it.

“Broken for You”

Joel, an 8-year-old Sunday school student, had run out of the house when the men came in. He went back inside after the men left the house. He saw that the men had thrown a picture on the floor and smashed it. The picture showed Jesus holding a baby.
“My Jesus has been broken!” cried Joel when he saw the picture.
God protected Joel, Agus, Norma, and the other children from serious injury in the attack. Norma prays they will continue to be strong in their faith. “Our family prayed together about this and asked God to take away any fear,” said Norma.
Please pray with her for Indonesian Christians. Pray that their attackers will come to know the one who said, “This is My body, which is broken for you” (1 Corinthians 11:24).

(To protect their identities, the names of some of the people mentioned above have been changed.)

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