Radio Horeb, the well-known Christian radio station, has launched a special prayer and donation campaign. Under the motto 'Peace I leave with you' – a direct quote from the Gospel of John (John 14:27, NIV) – the station aims to sustainably strengthen radio mission work in Africa. The campaign, lovingly called 'Mariathon,' unites believers from German-speaking regions and beyond in a common prayer for peace and support for those in need in Africa.
At a time when many regions of Africa are marked by conflict, poverty, and social tensions, Radio Horeb relies on the power of prayer and practical charity. The initiative aims not only to provide spiritual encouragement but also to offer concrete help. Donations will improve the technical equipment of radio stations so that the good news can reach even more people.
The station emphasizes that the peace of Christ, which surpasses all understanding, is the foundation for a reconciled community. In this spirit, Radio Horeb invites all listeners to participate in the campaign – whether through prayer, donations, or volunteer work.
The Importance of Radio Mission in Africa
Radio is, in many parts of Africa, the most important medium for spreading information and reaching people. Especially in rural areas where there is often no access to the internet or television, radio is an indispensable source of education, news, and spiritual guidance. Christian radio stations like Radio Horeb make a valuable contribution by broadcasting programs that offer comfort, convey values, and encourage faith.
The 'Mariathon' campaign aims to support the work of these stations so they can be even more effective. This includes purchasing new broadcasting equipment, training staff, and producing content tailored to the needs of local people. Peace work is especially important: in regions marked by ethnic tensions or political conflicts, radio can act as a medium for reconciliation. Through programs that invite dialogue and spread biblical peace messages, bridges are built and prejudices are broken down.
Radio Horeb works closely with local churches and organizations to ensure that help reaches where it is most needed. The campaign is a concrete example of how faith and practical help can go hand in hand.
Biblical Foundations: The Peace That Comes from God
The peace that Jesus Christ offers to his disciples is not a superficial or worldly peace. It is a peace deeply rooted in the heart that endures even in difficult times. In the Gospel of John, Jesus says: 'Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid' (John 14:27, NIV). This peace is a gift that we cannot manufacture ourselves but receive from God.
The Bible repeatedly calls us to seek and promote peace. In the Gospel of Matthew, it says: 'Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God' (Matthew 5:9, NIV). The apostle Paul also encourages the church in Rome: 'If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone' (Romans 12:18, NIV). These verses show that peace is not just a feeling but an active task.
The 'Mariathon' campaign takes up this biblical message and makes it concrete. It reminds us that as Christians we are called to be peacemakers – not only with words but also with deeds. Supporting radio mission in Africa is one way to bring Christ’s peace to those who need it most. Every prayer, every donation, every gesture of solidarity helps the message of peace reach the remotest corners of the continent.
We invite all listeners and readers to join this initiative. Together we can make a difference and be instruments of God’s peace in the world.
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