After the Change
“Although my husband is a believer, he is not keen on pursuing spiritual growth. He still smokes and is bound by worldly materialism. My relationship with my daughter used to be very poor, and I didn’t know how to communicate with her. I was under pressure in various situations. I’ve been a believer for 17-18 years and always thought my relationship with God was good, not realizing that I was the problem. I was like a Pharisee, hypocritical. For all these years, I don’t know what I would have done without the companionship of Radio Liangyou. Later, I realized that my husband was unwilling to pursue faith because of me. After I changed, our relationship improved, our hearts grew closer, and he began to read the Bible and pray. I’m truly thankful to God.”
(Sister Zhang)
- We thank God for Sister Zhang’s courage to change, which is entirely the result of God’s work in her heart. May God continue to protect her family relationships and allow her and her husband to grow beautifully in the Lord.
New Tourism
For today’s young people, consumption is no longer just a simple act of purchasing but has become a way to express themselves, convey emotions, and realize personal values. “Chasing a concert, touring a city” has become a new form of tourism. For example, hosting a concert not only significantly boosts local flight and hotel bookings but also attracts tourists to “check in” at popular local hotspots and enjoy local cuisine. Now, “music & tourism,” “sports events & tourism,” or “E-sports & tourism” and other emerging diverse forms of consumer tourism have become important reasons for travel. While creating a symphony of cultural tours and holidays, they also stimulate new vitality in tourism spending.
(“People’s Daily”, July 10, 2024)
- May the Lord bless the development of new tourism, allowing citizens to find vitality in life and cultural richness through diverse tourism activities. May the Lord keep travelers safe on their journeys and help them discover the meaning and value of their trips.
God’s Grace to Overcome
“My father passed away at the age of 90 something. The only regret is that he didn’t believe in the Lord Jesus. We received compensation equivalent to 40 months’ salary from the government, totaling about RMB 500,000. At the time, I thought this money could provide good care for my mother in her later years, as she is over 80 and bedridden. However, my elder brother, who’s a lawyer, wanted to keep all the money for himself. When I tried to reason with him, he beat me severely. I prayed for God to change my brother, so he wouldn’t forget family bonds. Later, the relevant department said the money belonged to my father’s estate and required our joint signature to release it. I am grateful that God miraculously solved our concern, allowing me to experience again the biblical promise of God’s righteous vindication.”
(Sister Dai)
- When Sister Dai faced unfairness, she did not handle it on her own but sought God’s impartiality and justice. We are grateful that God did not disappoint her, for those who wait on Him will not be ashamed. We thank God for His care.
Popularizing AEDs
Since the launch of the “Public AED Program” in 2017, Shenzhen has installed over 43,000 AEDs in public places. Hailed as “life-saving devices” due to their portability, ease of use, and effectiveness, they have successfully rescued 102 patients with cardiac arrest. To further promote the use of AEDs, Hangzhou has introduced the “Emergency Volunteer & Mobile AED” model, equipping 20 barrier-free taxis with AEDs and all the participating taxi drivers to complete a relevant first aid training. When the emergency center receives a call for help, they will dispatch an ambulance and simultaneously send a text message with the distress information to AED-equipped taxis within a 1km radius of the incident location. Currently, there are more than 240 mobile AED units running in Hangzhou.
(“People’s Daily”, July 12, 2024)
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Timely treatment can save lives. We are grateful to see mainland cities accelerating the popularization of these emergency equipment. We pray that the Lord will inspire more people to join these volunteer programs, enabling them to save themselves and others when needed.
Gospel Broadcasting
- 75th Anniversary Celebration: Radio Liangyou is celebrating its 75th anniversary broadcasting “Praising His Boundless Power” along with listeners. On July 29, there will be a live music concert in the afternoon with young co-workers singing songs suggested by listeners to represent Radio Liangyou. In the evening, a three-hour thanksgiving service and live-streamed program will allow listeners to participate and give thanks together. Pray that the arrangements for that day will be blessed and proceed smoothly.
- Internet Controls: Facing internet controls, co-workers will cautiously assess the situation and consider gradually releasing updated information when appropriate. Ask the Lord for wisdom. Though facing difficulties, it’s encouraging to see listeners still able to access the Radio Liangyou website through various means and interact with us.
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