Episode 519
Global Religious Violence Database, West Point Cadet Transformed By Faith & Pastors Lack Of Work-Life Balance















A new searchable global database of violent religious persecution encompassing Christianity and other faiths is available free to the public, Global Christian Relief CEO David Curry announced Jan. 5. In a profound journey of faith, West Point cadet Austin Hemminger’s story is one of transformation amid the rigors of basic training. And, pastors can face significant challenges as they try to balance their family and their work. Sam Rainer offers some reasons in a Baptist Press article.









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Host
Brandon Porter
Resources
Global religious violence database launched by watchdog groups
West Point cadet’s faith becomes path from jealousy
International Mission Board
4 reasons pastors lack work-life balance

 

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A new searchable global database of violent religious persecution encompassing Christianity and other faiths is available free to the public, Global Christian Relief CEO David Curry announced Jan. 5.
Global Christian Relief finances the database maintained by the International Institute for Religious Freedom (IIRF), which will collect, record and analyze publicly sourced reports of persecution for the database, available here.
Curry markets the resource as the first and only events-based global religious freedom dataset that will also offer a high level of verification.===
In a profound journey of faith, West Point cadet Austin Hemminger’s story is one of transformation amid the rigors of basic training.
Struggling with identity and a challenging relationship, Hemminger realized the need for change as he befriended a fellow cadet named William. Raised in a divorced family, faith was initially a non-factor for Hemminger but his military experience led him to sense that “the only way I’m going to find myself is through God and through Christianity.”
The two became active in a campus ministry at West Point.
Hemminger’s baptism in late September 2022 marked a profound commitment to his newfound faith costing him relationships and the need for great change.
Hemminger’s transformed life stands as a testament to the power of faith and resilience.===
Every day, hundreds of thousands of people die without the hope of Jesus. Your faithful prayers will make a difference. That’s why the IMB created a free 18-month calendar, called “Impacting Lostness Through Prayer”. It provides guidance, reminders and encouragement as you pray for individuals and communities who have yet to hear the gospel. Learn more about this free resource at IMB.org/prayercalendar.===
Pastors can face significant challenges as they try to balance their family and their work. Sam Rainer offers some reasons in a Baptist Press article.
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