1st Quarter 2022
FROM PASTOR DOUG
The Scripture says, “The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light” (Matthew 4:16).
I’m so grateful that despite the spiritual darkness intensifying worldwide, you’ve chosen to work alongside our loving Savior and Amazing Facts to bring the light of truth and hope to troubled hearts around the globe.
I pray that you’ll be inspired as you read these brief reports of the incredible ways God has blessed your sacrificial giving—along with the powerful story of Leon, who was rescued from deep darkness through God’s grace and an Amazing Facts app made possible by you. Thank you!
Doug Batchelor
President, Amazing Facts International
Into His Light
While sounds of laughter, fighting, and rock music mingled and throbbed through the crowded room, Leon collapsed onto a couch, drunk.
But even through the mayhem, he heard something distinct, almost like a whisper: Follow Jesus.
“I think Jesus is talking to me!” he told his friends.
Laughing, one grabbed him by the neck and said, “We’re more Satan’s than anything!”
From an early age, Leon feared never-ending suffering for sinners—but he accepted it as his fate.
By age 13, he’d become a drug addict.
And at that raucous party, he chose to have satanic symbols tattooed on his back, hoping to “seal the deal with Satan.”
But God wasn’t ready to give up on Leon.
And eventually, through your partnership with Amazing Facts, the Holy Spirit carried Leon through one of the darkest experiences of his life.
An Open Door
After Leon sobered up, he considered that whisper he’d heard.
“Jesus,” he prayed, “I’m not sure why You’d want me, but if You open the door, I’ll walk through it.”
Today, Leon still gets choked up thinking about God’s profound response.
He shares, “That very next day, doors opened for me to move out of that area.”
Leon jumped at the chance to begin a new life.
Yet, over the years, Leon gradually slipped away from God.
Eventually, he began cutting himself and even considered suicide.
He tried prescription medications, but he soon turned to alcohol, cocaine, and eventually meth in an effort to self-medicate.
“I was worse off than the first.
I hadn’t given Jesus my all,” Leon confesses, but “Jesus never gave up on me.”
After a serious overdose, Leon reached out in desperation. “Forgive me, God,” he cried.
Suddenly, he understood that if he’d just allow it, Jesus could displace the darkness in his heart.
“Yes, please!” Leon pleaded. “Take me whole, Jesus!” The next morning, he left for rehab.
Detox was excruciating. Tormented by hallucinations and withdrawal symptoms, Leon felt surrounded by dark, satanic influences.
But then he noticed the Roku TV remote.
Using it, he downloaded the Amazing Facts app.
Overjoyed, he watched truth-filled programs every chance he could throughout rehab.
“When I needed Him most, God came as an app,” Leon says.
“Thank you, Amazing Facts, for holding my hand through the darkest times.”
And thank you, friend. Together, we can continue sharing God’s light with those trapped in darkness!
YOUR AMAZING IMPACT!
A Reaping in Africa
Your gifts are a blazing torch of outreach in Africa, where lost hearts received 28,255 Bible studies and attended 49 evangelistic meetings—loosening the bonds of over 2,100 souls through baptism!
So many are being set free by these life-changing programs that you’re making possible.
Ludia writes, “I thank God for bringing Amazing Facts here to minister to our physical and spiritual needs.”
Panorama of Prophecy
You reached tens of thousands for eternity by supporting our recent 25-part outreach series—seen in 120 countries!
More than 557,752 souls were prepared for eternity, and the new DVD set is already available.
Velle from Papua New Guinea shares, “The questions I had were answered. I’ve accepted Jesus and am considering rebaptism!”
Grace in India
Your gifts are broadcasting life-changing truth on five television stations across India, resulting in countless Bible study requests and lives transformed for Christ!
The Amazing Health Facts magazine was also distributed to tens of thousands.
Rashmi writes, “One girl told me how glad she is to know God, as her family is Hindu.
She and her mother listen to Pastor Batchelor’s messages.”
Amen!
PRAISE REPORT!
• During the past year, you beamed the bright Bible truth worldwide by providing precious souls, including inmates, with more than 300,000 Study Guides, resulting in changed lives and 384 baptism requests!
Jack writes, “There aren’t words to express the ‘awe’ moments when studying the sacred Scriptures from your lessons.” Praise God!
• Thank you for opening the door to over 41,200 attendees, local and online, of the America’s 11th Hour series in November, leading them out of confusion.
Michael shares, “Thank you for making prophecy much easier to understand. You’ve helped me grow. I thank God for putting your ministry in my path.”
• You’ve reached the hearts of 416,555 people who received the America in Bible Prophecy magazine and its message of present truth.
Deborah testifies, “Jesus is coming soon! Praying for the Holy Spirit to convict the hearts of those who receive these magazines. I thank God for Amazing Facts.”
• Thanks to you, 10,000 individuals each week are finding precious truth through Amazing Facts programs on Roku.
Larry writes, “We’ve watched every episode of Amazing Facts through Roku. You’ve been the key to bringing Diane and me back to church!”
Friend, the deep compassion shown through your faithful support of Amazing Facts has banished darkness and brought the brilliant light of truth and hope to thousands of despairing souls like Leon in every part of the world—impacting innumerable lives for all eternity.
Thank you!
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