missions
God’s Kingdom Is Alive, Even in the Midst of Setbacks
By Anne Kerhoulas at Christianity Today
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
Throughout Mario Kasih’s life and ministry, Christianity Today has been a source of inspiration to grow closer to God and to other members and ministers of the global church. Mario started reading Christianity Today after the Lausanne Conference in 2024, when he was a virtual attendee and given a fr
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Why this matters
The story of Mario Kasih's journey with Christianity Today highlights the impact of faith-based media on individual ministry and global church connections. As a virtual attendee of the Lausanne Conference in 2024, Kasih's introduction to Christianity Today through a free subscription demonstrates the potential for strategic partnerships to foster spiritual growth and community engagement. The fact that Kasih has continued to draw inspiration from the publication suggests that its content resonates with his values and goals as a minister. This connection also underscores the role of media in facilitating global conversations about faith and ministry, allowing individuals like Kasih to feel part of a larger movement. As Christgiving tracks verified nonprofits and relief organizations, it is likely that Kasih's ministry will intersect with these efforts, illustrating the complex and multifaceted nature of Christian charity and humanitarian relief.
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Category: missions ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: Christianity Today ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Throughout Mario Kasih’s life and ministry, Christianity Today has been a source of inspiration to grow closer to God and to other members and ministers of the global church. Mario started reading Christianity Today after the Lausanne Conference in 2024, when he was a virtual attendee and given a fr
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