Seventy-five years ago, the Baptist Missionary Association (BMA) took a monumental step in its global mission work by commissioning its first missionary, Bro. Harold Morris. Little did they know that Morris’ obedience to God’s calling would not only spread the gospel in South America (and, later, in Europe) but also lay the foundation for what is now Lifeword, a thriving media ministry that continues to reach the world.

Yerevan, the capital and largest city of Armenia, stands as a historic center of Christianity. Armenia was the first nation to declare Christianity its official religion, and Asatur Nahapetyan has faithfully served there for nearly 30 years alongside his wife, Jazmine, and their four children. Through his leadership with BMA Global and as president of the European Baptist Federation, Asatur has played a pivotal role in church planting and spiritual development in the region.

I got saved when I was 16 years old. I was led to the Lord by Pastor Henry Adrias who served in the BMAP ministry led by Pastor Doyle and Ma'am Linda Moore. After I graduated high school, I studied management in a secular school, but stopped this course after two years. I felt that God was calling me to fully serve Him, so I went to the Bible college to study.

The purpose of BMMI trips is to draw a crowd. The missionary can talk to the average person on the street, in their house, and in the community. Everyone is interested in their health, so we listen to conversations. We go to support the missionary on the field to achieve whatever work he intends, like establishing a church, doing evangelism, or starting a clinic.

In the midst of darkness, pain, and tears, God continues to work, using His church to accomplish His work. We are happy to share the news that Water of Life Church in Lutsk, Ukraine, has chosen Oleg Hotsyk to serve as a youth pastor. This event is a clear testimony of God's love and power. Oleg and his wife Dasha are the fruit of many years of work by the church focused on discipleship and spiritual influence.

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus, Father of mercies and comfort as he strengthens us through tribulations. Though unworthy to be called his children, He chose us by his grace for this ministry. Thank you, BMA churches, pastors, and friends, who have prayed for us as you send the gospel to the nations.