Christians in Iraq at Risk, Dark Alliances, and Ministry in Colombia

Christians Under Threat in Iraq

• ⚠️ An Iranian-backed militia leader, Rayan Kelani, is consolidating political control in the Nineveh Plains, Iraq, threatening the local Christian community.
• 🎯 Kelani has coerced or bribed Christian representatives to take over four out of five parliamentary seats and has removed Christian mayors, replacing them with loyalists.
• 🗣️ Christians fear persecution and forced emigration if these militias are not pushed back, with threats of violence and church burnings reported.
• 🤝 The international community, including the US, is urged to pressure Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani to remove these militias and allow local security forces to take over.

Pastor Brunson on Spiritual Warfare and Alliances

• 🕊️ Pastor Andrew Brunson shared his experience of enduring spiritual crisis and questioning God's existence while imprisoned in Turkey.
• 🇺🇸 He expressed gratitude for President Trump's efforts in his release and believes the US has an anti-Christian bias, accelerated by its post-Christian culture.
• 🌍 Brunson foresees a dark alliance forming between Turkey, Russia, and Iran, potentially aimed at undermining Israel.
• 🙏 He advises Christians to remain faithful during times of crisis, even when God's presence is not felt, by reciting His truth.

Afghan Refugees and US Resettlement Challenges

• 🇺🇸 Religious groups are advocating for approximately 300 Afghan Christians to be allowed to stay in the US, as the administration considers curtailing Temporary Protected Status.
• ✈️ Thousands of Afghan refugees, including those who aided the US military, are stranded overseas due to a pause in the US resettlement program.
• 🤝 There's concern that the stalled program erodes trust in the US among its former allies.
• 📝 Extensive vetting has already been completed for many Afghan Special Immigrant Visa applicants, yet flights remain paused.

Ministry of Hope in Colombia

• 🇻🇪 In Medellín, Colombia, a Christian ministry, Fundacion Coded Rafuio, provides shelter and hope to the homeless and Venezuelan migrants.
• 🌃 The ministry operates in areas like "Hell Street," addressing issues of homelessness, drug addiction, and exploitation.
• 🍞 Volunteers distribute food and water, offering a chance for spiritual and physical restoration.
• ✨ The program includes a bakery for job skills training and has a high success rate in helping individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives, with a focus on spiritual transformation.
• 🌍 The ministry aims to expand its model to other cities, emphasizing the importance of demonstrating the gospel through action.