What Is the Good News of The Kingdom, and How Does It Bring Hope?
To understand what is the good news of the kingdom, we look to the words of Jesus: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, because He has anointed Me to preach the gospel to the poor” (Luke 4:18, NKJV). This Good News is the message of hope that uplifts the oppressed and restores the brokenhearted. Through the efforts of GFA World, this transformative message becomes a tangible reality for many in need.
GFA World equips and sends out national missionaries who embody Christ’s compassion, meeting the practical and spiritual needs of impoverished communities in Asia and more recently, Africa. Whether through sharing the message of Christ’s love, or serving in more practical ways like providing clean water, medical camps, literacy programs or income-generating gifts, our missionaries show how the Good News of the kingdom—how hope in Christ can transform lives.
One such example is the story of Radko, a man who, due to alcohol addiction, endured self-destruction, sold household items, neglected his family, and planned suicide at a bus stand. Despite this, intervention by Pastor Adahy through prayer and support transformed his life. Radko stopped drinking, returned to work, cared for his family, and experienced Christ’s love personally.[1]
In another instance, a struggling family received a goat through GFA World’s income-generating gift program. The goat provided milk for their children and became a source of income as they sold the surplus to neighbors. This simple yet impactful gift eased their financial burden and became evidence of God’s provision and care.[2]
In a village where access to healthcare was scarce, a GFA medical camp brought healing and hope. The camp provided free checkups and medicines to individuals suffering from untreated illnesses. Patients who had lived with pain and shame found dignity restored through this act of love. Many left the camp not only healthier but also deeply moved by the compassion shown to them.[3]
These stories illustrate how the Good News of the kingdom is more than a message; it is a living expression of Christ’s love that meets both physical and spiritual needs. As GFA World continues to serve those who’ve not yet heard of the hope Jesus offers, lives are being transformed, communities restored and hope renewed. You too can be part of this life-changing work, sharing the Good News of the kingdom with those who need it most.
What was the good news that Jesus preached? Learn more![1] “Life’s Last Chance at a Bus Stand.” GFA World, July 24, 2024. https://www.gfa.org/news/articles/lifes-last-chance-at-a-bus-stand/.
[2] “How a Goat Brings Blessing.” Gospel for Asia (GFA World) Updates & Reports from the Mission Field, January 6, 2020. https://gospelforasia-reports.org/2020/01/goat-brings-blessing/.
[3] “GFA World Provides Medicine and Love to a Remote Village.” Patheos, May 10, 2021. https://www.patheos.com/blogs/gospelforasia/2021/05/gfa-world-provides-free-medical-camp-love-remote-village/.