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– James 5:16
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Amid conflict and injustice, we see God at work
Five years ago, in the bustle of a typical afternoon, one of the most powerful non-nuclear explosions in history rocked Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, killing more than 220 people, injuring over 6,000 others, devastating entire neighborhoods, and leaving an entire nation traumatized.
Protected: Bringing Christian Resources to Iraq and Kurdistan
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Bearing Fruit In Its Season
At Thimar-LSESD, our very name, “Thimar” (ثمار), meaning fruits in Arabic, reminds us daily of the sacred calling to bear the fruits of faith. Yet bearing fruit is not a product of mere effort or secret evangelistic formula.
The Peacemakers
At a Thimar-partner church this past Sunday, several believers stood on stage and shared their testimonies. Each had been a combatant from opposing sides during the Lebanese civil war.
Christmas in a new, uncertain Syria
Pastor Dani* woke to the sound of gunfire. In the early hours of December 8, the sky was still dark as Dani opened his phone and turned on the news. What he saw had seemed unimaginable just hours before he had gone to sleep: opposition forces battling the Syrian...
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Building Strong Roots: Launching the NICOT & NICNT Commentaries in Arabic
On September 22, Dar Manhal al Hayat (DMAH) and the Arab Baptist Theological Seminary (ABTS) celebrated an important milestone for Arabic theological publishing: the launch of five volumes from the NICOT and NICNT commentary series in Arabic.
A Summer of Renewal: Salt & Light hosts family conferences and children’s camps across Lebanon
This summer, Thimar’s church discipleship ministry Salt & Light hosted family conferences and children’s camps across Lebanon in collaboration with local church partners, providing spaces for people to come together for games, activities, and time for much needed rest and renewal.
Helping Syrian families return home
A home rehabilitation project in Syria is helping families displaced by war return to their communities and neighborhoods.
Launching a New Youth Bible Curriculum for Today’s World
Saturday, June 27 marked an important milestone for youth discipleship in Lebanon as Thimar-LSESD’s Dar Manhal al Hayat (DMAH) and Salt & Light ministries officially launched a new Youth Bible Curriculum, the fruit of nearly five years of development by author and Executive Director of the Lebanese Evangelical Society Toni Haddad.
How Salt & Light is supporting children displaced by war in Lebanon
For the past few months, Salt & Light has been supporting dozens of children displaced by the war in Lebanon. Through weekly programs that include worship, arts and crafts, games, and other activities, children find a sense of normalcy and safety amid the conflict.
Between War and Peace
Despite ceasefire agreements in Lebanon and the wider Middle East, fighting continues across the region. In the face of such hostilities and fear of renewed conflict, we continue to put our trust in the Lord. He is the one who guides and sustains us.