GOD SOLDIERS TEAM GLOBAL

  Mother Teresa Mother Teresa was born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu in Albania. She came to India in 1929 and later founded the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta (Kolkata). Mother Teresa of Calcutta was a world-known Christian missionary whose life was a living testimony of compassion, humility, and sacrificial love. She served “the poorest of the poor” and showed God’s love through selfless service. Born: 26 August 1910, Skopje Died: 5 September 1997 (age 87 years), Kolkata Testimony:- Mother Teresa proved that loving and serving the least is true service to God.  What did Mother Teresa do for God in ministry? 1. Served the poorest of the poor Cared for the sick, dying, homeless, and abandoned Opened homes for the dying, orphans, lepers, and the disabled 2. Founded Missionaries of Charity Started in 1950 The order spread to 130+ countries 3. Lived Christ’s love through service Believed serving the poor was serving Jesus Himself Treated every person with dignity and love 4. Global ...

   Mary Slessor  (1848-1915) Mary Slessor was a Scottish Presbyterian missionary sent by the United Presbyterian Church of Scotland. She went to West Africa in 1876, choosing to live among the local people rather than in missionary compounds. She was a fear less Scottish missionary whose life is a testimony of love in action. She is best known for her work in Calabar (present-day Nigeria), where she brought the gospel and defended the lives of women and children. Testimony:- Mary Slessor’s testimony is that fearless love, lived out daily, can change cultures and save lives for God’s glory. What did Mary Slessor do for God in ministry? 1. Missionary to Nigeria Worked among the Efik and Okoyong people Entered dangerous areas where others feared to go 2. Protector of women and children Courageously opposed the killing of twin babies, a common practice at the time Rescued, adopted, and raised many abandoned children 3. Evangelism and discipleship Preached the gospel in villag...

  Martin Luther Martin Luther OSA was a German priest, theologian, author, hymnwriter, professor, and former Augustinian friar. Luther was the seminal figure of the Protestant Reformation, and his theological beliefs form the basis of Lutheranism.  Born: 10 November 1483, Eisleben, Germany Died: 18 February 1546 (age 62 years), Eisleben, Germany Testimony:- Martin Luther’s life shows that standing for God’s truth can reform the world. What did Martin Luther do for God in ministry? 1. Reformer of the Church o Challenged corruption in the Roman Catholic Church o Opposed the sale of indulgences 2. Proclaimer of justification by faith o Taught that salvation is by faith alone, not works o Emphasized grace alone and Scripture alone 3. Translator of the Bible o Translated the Bible into German o Made God’s Word available to common people 4. Teacher and writer o Wrote sermons, hymns, and theological works o Famous hymn: “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” What meth...

  Andrew “Brother Andrew” van der Bijl  (1928-2022)  Andrew van der Bijl was a Dutch Christian missionary. After encountering God powerfully, he dedicated his life to serving believers in communist and closed countries, where Christianity was forbidden. Brother Andrew was a Dutch missionary and evangelist best known as “God’s Smuggler.” His life is a testimony of bold faith, obedience, and trust in God while serving persecuted Christians behind the Iron Curtain. Testimony:- Brother Andrew’s testimony is that when God calls, obedience opens doors no human power can shut. What did Brother Andrew do for God in ministry? 1. Supporter of the persecuted Church • Secretly delivered Bibles to Christians in communist nations • Strengthened underground churches 2. Founder of Open Doors • Founded Open Doors International, a global ministry • Advocated for persecuted Christians worldwide 3. Encourager and intercessor • Prayed with suffering believers • Taught Christians...

 Elisabeth Elliot  (1926-2015)  Elisabeth Elliot was an American missionary and Christian author. She served in Ecuador among the Huaorani (Auca) people and later became a well-known Bible teacher and speaker worldwide. She is best known for continuing ministry to the very people who killed her husband, Jim Elliot. Testimony:- Elisabeth Elliot’s testimony is that obedience to God—through suffering and forgiveness—brings lasting spiritual fruit. What did Elisabeth Elliot do for God in ministry?  1.Missionary to Ecuador • Continued mission work after her husband’s death • Lived among the Huaorani people who had killed Jim Elliot 2. Example of forgiveness • Publicly forgave her husband’s killers • Demonstrated Christ’s love in action 3. Teacher and author • Wrote over 20 Christian books, including o Through Gates of Splendor o Shadow of the Almighty • Taught biblical obedience and discipleship 4. Global ministry • Spoke at conferences and churches • ...

 Jim Elliot  (1927-1956)  Jim Elliot was an American missionary sent by Mission Aviation Fellowship / Operation Auca. He served among the Huaorani (Auca) people in the jungles of Ecuador. He is remembered for his unwavering obedience to God and for giving his life to bring the gospel to an unreached people in Ecuador. Testimony:- Jim Elliot’s testimony is that no sacrifice is too great when obedience to God is at stake. “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” — Jim Elliot What did Jim Elliot do for God in ministry? 1. Missionary to unreached people • Had a deep burden for tribes with no access to the gospel • Learned language and culture patiently 2. Pioneer mission work • Helped plan Operation Auca to make peaceful contact with the Huaorani • Used aviation and radio to reach remote areas 3. Evangelist and discipler • Shared Christ among indigenous people • Emphasized total surrender to God 4. Writer and witness • His journ...

 Helen Roseveare  (1925-2016)  Helen Roseveare was a British doctor and missionary with WEC International (founded by C. T. Studd). She served for nearly 20 years in the Belgian Congo / Democratic Republic of Congo. Dr. Helen Roseveare was a British medical missionary whose life is a profound testimony of suffering, forgiveness, and God’s redeeming grace. She served Christ in the Congo (DRC) through medicine, evangelism, and discipleship—even in the face of extreme persecution. Testimony:- Helen Roseveare’s testimony is that God’s love can redeem the deepest suffering and turn pain into a message of hope. What did Helen Roseveare do for God in ministry? 1. Medical missionary • Founded and worked in hospitals and clinics • Provided care to thousands in remote regions 2. Evangelism and discipleship • Shared the gospel with patients and staff • Taught Bible classes and trained Christian leaders 3. Women’s ministry • Mentored African women in faith and leadership • ...