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Issa Elbechara

May 2026

Equiping Churches to reach the unreached people - April update

Netherlands King’s birthday

We recently had the privilege of gathering in the Netherlands with forty five believers for a powerful time of training, centered on sharing the Gospel with boldness, wisdom, and love. Many who attended were from Muslim background, carrying a profound testimony of God’s transforming grace and a deep hunger to see others encounter the truth of Christ. Throughout the training, there was a strong sense of the Holy Spirit at work, equipping and strengthening each person to step into their calling as faithful witnesses.

 

This preparation was especially significant as we looked ahead to the Netherlands King’s birthday, a national day when the streets are filled with people, creating a unique and God given opportunity for the Gospel to go forth.

 

On this special day, we stepped out in faith into four different cities, where thirty three participants engaged in outreach among the crowds. As people filled the streets in celebration, the Lord opened doors for meaningful and Spirit led conversations. Hundreds of Gospel materials were distributed, but even more impactful were the many heartfelt interactions where the message of Jesus was shared with love and clarity. Seeds were sown widely, and we trust the Holy Spirit to continue working in every heart that was reached, as His light shines through His people in the Netherlands.

 While standing by a book table on a lively street, I approached an elderly Turkish woman and asked what she knew about Christ. She replied that, in her understanding, He is only a messenger. I then asked a deeper question: if I am a sinner, what assurance does her faith offer that my sins can be forgiven and that I can enter heaven? She paused, unable to give a clear answer. At that moment, her daughter joined us, and the conversation opened further. I shared the message of the gospel—that God loves us and has done everything necessary for our salvation so we would not be separated from Him. After a thoughtful conversation, her daughter chose to take a copy of the Bible. It was a meaningful encounter that left me reflecting with gratitude.

 

This year marked my second time serving in the outreach during the Netherlands King’s Birthday, and something deeply touched my heart. Last year, in the middle of the crowded streets, we shared the Gospel with two Muslim men. It was a simple conversation, but we trusted God to work beyond what we could see. This year, I was amazed to meet them again—but now everything had changed. They had accepted Christ and were growing in their faith. What moved me even more was that they were standing with us, boldly sharing the Gospel with others. Seeing them go from hearing the message to proclaiming it filled my heart with joy and awe. It reminded me that God transforms lives in powerful ways. What a beautiful testimony – truly, isn’t this amazing?

 

Finland Outreach

I had the priviledge of being part of a team that travelled to Finland for ministry. We visited seven different cities, partnering with local churches to encourage and strengthen believeres in their faith. It was a meaningful time of fellowship, prayer and equipping, as we trained believers on how to share the Gospel with confidence and sensitivity.

Seeing the hunger for outreach and unity among the churches was inspiring, and we trust God will continue to use them powerfully.

Dublin Ministry

Ministry in Dublin is going well, and we praise God for His continued faithfulness. Our church gatherings are marked by unity, worship, and encouragement in the Word. Alongside this, our weekly outreach ministry remains active and impactful, as we continue sharing the Gospel across the city. By God’s grace, we are able to communicate the message in forty seven different languages, reaching diverse communities and creating opportunities for meaningful conversations and lasting spiritual impact.

Please Pray for

For the Arabic church, we pray for blessing, faithfulness, and deep spiritual growth.

For the Dublin outreach, we ask for protection, guidance, and lasting fruit.

For recent outreaches in the Netherlands, Finland, and Dublin, we pray for continued work and a full harvest.

For May outreaches in Finland, Germany, and Italy, we ask for open hearts and clear leading.

For summer, we pray evangelism teams are equipped, united, and bold in sharing the Gospel.

Thank you for your prayers and partnership! God is doing amazing things, opening people's hearts and revealing Jesus to them, and through your support you are a part of this!

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