February 5, 2012
Sharing the Hope Found in Jesus
GARY and JULIE CLIFTON work in Spain among more than three million Latin American immigrants. These Latinos have come to Spain for a better life, but their journey is uphill from the start. Poor living conditions are to be expected, but the prejudice, isolation, and loneliness they endure overwhelm them at times. Meanwhile, the global economic crisis has only compounded their feelings of desperation and hopelessness. Job losses are constant. To help them pass the time, Latino people groups tend to frequent local parks during the weekends. Gary and Julie see this as a golden opportunity to share the hope that is found in Christ. Their task is uphill, too, as Spain is a very secular country and considered hard to reach. But the Cliftons have found a friend and fellow worker—a Latino believer who is willing to help them develop evangelistic strategies. Pray that God will show these few how to reach the many. Thank God for the Cooperative Program and the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering® as they help to multiply efforts like these.  Read More...