Tens of Thousands Convert to Christ in Algeria

For the last 10 years Christian broadcaster Arab Vision has seen many viewers respond to their television programmes none more so than the Kabyle Berbers in the North-Eastern coastal region of Algeria.A Kabyle policeman came to Christ through the programmes, now his father, his wife and his two sisters are sharing the same faith after he witnessed to them.He explained in a phone call: “In the beginning, I was anxious and fearful that this faith may cause me more harm than good, especially in relation to my work.However, the Lord Jesus not only comforted me in my faith, but led me in an unusual way to meet other colleagues in the police corps who are also Christians.We now even pray together.”The number of Christians among the Kabyle is growing,with a minimum estimate of 10,000 converts representing both large mainstream and secret 'house group' churches.“The figure could well be four times that.We are not sure,” says Arab Vision’s North Africa Director.“But what we are sure about is that the response among the Kabyle to the Gospel is uniquely encouraging for this region.“Many tell us about dreams and visions they’ve had, confirming the truth about Jesus. The Kabyle believers are also actively involved in evangelism.”The three Kabyle presenters, who have been involved in the most recent TV production with Arab Vision, have the burden and passion for sharing Christ with their people.Five Algerians are currently being prosecuted for witnessing to their faith.”A widow, who recently lost her three sons in a car accident,was blaming God for her sad situation.One day, she happened to watch the TV programmes,and gradually became convinced that Jesus is the Truth.God healed her miraculously from a health problem in the process, and she now testifies: “I believe I am restored to a true life; I know I will still miss my sons, but I have a hope to live in peace with God through Jesus Christ.And the zeal of Jesus drives me to witness about him to others with tears of joy …”
To read more go to:
http://www.inspiremagazine.org.uk/news.aspx?action=view&id=1443
As in the days of Noah...