Pursley Newsletter: The Disabled Worship Jesus, Genocide 110 Ten Years Later, Armenians Commit to the Muslim world, “Orthodox” Jihadism, Narnia = Armenia & more.
April 11 - May 3, 2025
Much has happened in three weeks. Again, we have seen Russians, and Persians place their faith in Christ. Twenty young Armenians have committed themselves to world missions. We served around 100 individuals with disabilities, and God answered another need related to Dagestan immediately. The International Bible Church of Armenia is also growing.
Below, I have three videos that I would like for you to watch. One I did on the 110 year remembrance of the Armenian Genocide. The second one is on the blasphemy of the Russian Orthodox church, and their doctrine of jihadism – this is relevant to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and something that many have never heard.
The last video, wartime correspondent Chuck Holton featured on his channel, is a mini-documentary I did on the Chronicles of Narnia and Armenia. You can find the links for the videos below.
In this letter:
Love Camp #13
110th year Armenian Genocide Commemoration and reflection on Psalm 110.
20 Armenian Youth Commit to World Missions (Be Encouraged!)
Russians, Persians hearing the Gospel for the first time.
Chronicles of Narnia mini-documentary featuring Jacob Pursley.
Russian Orthodox Jihadism – False Teaching of Patriarch Kirill.
God and Dagestan, Russia - “The Car That Fell from a Tree” – Part 2.
Please Help Us Name a Podcast – Survey.
Upcoming Hope Summer Camps (Border of Iran).
Love Camp #13:
This Love Camp we heard many testimonies. One woman came up and thanked us. She had brought her husband to the previous Love Camp with their disabled child. It was at that camp that her husband professed faith in Christ and is now a Christian.
Learn how to worship God from the “least of these.” They will be called the greatest in the Kingdom of God. How many with healthy bodies and clear voices use them for God’s glory? These individuals here use all they have for the worship of God. Oh Christian, take note. These are the Christians with disabilities’ two pennies. They give all they have. What do we give? This is our Love Camp #13 (for individuals with disabilities) in Armenia. This is made possible thanks to your giving, and partnership with Ararat Mission Center, and this year – Crosspointe International Ministry.
Watch the video of their worship: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/12LryAfWYgz/
Watch day #2 of our bi-annual camp for those with disabilities, their families and caregivers. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AdY1GdxE2/
I had the privilege to interview in Armenian, three of our participants. I asked them about their faith, the Bible, and testimonies. I have had thousands watch these interviews already. They are very inspirational. I have them on many platforms, you can find them on YouTube here:
Jacob Pursley’s video on the 110th year Genocide Commemoration and a reflection on Psalm 110, watch here:
20 Armenian Youth Commit to World Missions (Be Encouraged!)
Watch the video here of those that have committed to world missions: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/16WqXurMXv/
Armenia is strategically located in the middle of the 10/40 window (the least reached people groups in the world for missions). For the past 18 years I have been encouraging and mobilizing my Armenian brothers and sisters to fulfill the great commission, and seeing that Armenia is mountainous, they are literally a light on a hill to these least reached people groups (see Matthew 5:14-16 below). We have seen over 600 accept the call, many have learned the languages of the surrounding nations, and go to be short-term or long-term missionaries. The Armenian missionary force is strong and growing. This week 20 youth committed their lives to pray for and prepare to reach the 10/40 Window around them. Pray for Armenia, pray for the youth, pray for faithfulness and guidance in their decision, and pray for the protection of this country. Satan knows the spiritual potential of Armenia and has stirred up Azerbaijan and Turkey against it.
I truly believe that one day Azerbaijan, and Turkey can become Christian nations. Armenia did in 301 A.D., by God’s grace, and the sending of missionaries (See Gregory the Enlightener, Thaddaeus and Bartholomew).
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven” - Matthew 5:14-16
God will be glorified as Armenia fulfills its mission to be a light to the nations. What a privilege for Armenia!
I am grateful to be with my Armenian brothers and sisters, I am ABC, “Armenian By Choice,” yet I feel God has chosen this for me, for this time, and this purpose. I am grateful to God to be a part of Armenia, I hope to serve God well, and bless this country, and the people here to the best of my ability.
Russians & Persians hearing the Gospel for the first time at IBCA.
“I grew up in Russia, and never read a Bible, or heard this message of the gospel. This is amazing.” – A Russian visitor to our church recently.
Each Sunday we gather at 11AM in Yerevan for corporate worship, at our church, the International Bible Church of Armenia. Each week we have guests that have never been to a church. We have the privilege to preach the gospel for the first time to Persians, Chinese, Russians and others that our at our service. We make it a point to clearly declare the gospel, and then after service talk in more depth. We have seen Russians and Persians who have come to faith recently as a result.
EXPOSED: The Real History Behind Narnia That Netflix Is Erasing
Chuck Holton recently published the mini-documentary I did on Armenia and Narnia. Enjoy and share
“Discover the hidden Armenian connection behind C.S. Lewis's Chronicles of Narnia that Netflix doesn't want you to know! From the Lion flag of ancient Armenia to the Ottoman Empire's influence on the villains, this eye-opening analysis reveals how Lewis encoded real Christian history into his beloved fantasy series. Learn why Aslan represents Jesus, why the White Witch mirrors Islamic oppression, and why the Calormenes reflect Ottoman Turks. As Netflix plans to rewrite Narnia's Christian symbolism, this video exposes the truth Lewis intended. If you love Narnia, you NEED to watch this shocking revelation about its Armenian Christian roots!”
Watch here:
Jacob Pursley’s Video on the Russian Orthodox Jihadism and the Reality of the Russian Orthodox Church:
In this video (see the link below) I critique the Russian Orthodox Church’s propaganda, and false teaching that Russian soldiers will inherit eternal life if they die fighting against the Ukrainians. This is nothing more than “Orthodox” jihadism which has no place in Christianity. This is a false gospel, and false teaching.
If you want to understand the Russian Orthodox church better, and their role in deceiving their adherents, watch my video here:
God and Dagestan, Russia – “The Car That Fell from a Tree” – Part 2.
This past Sunday, April 27, one of the members of the church came up to me and asked for prayer. This is the mother of the missionary we support in Dagestan, and the one who God just provided the car for (the one that fell from the tree). She said that she wants her son to return to Dagestan ASAP, but the car that was purchased needed new tires, and windows (as they were cracked), and a few other repairs. She was in tears saying, he needs to get back to his family, and the ministry, but he will need 2-3,000 dollars for the total repairs, and he does not have this money. I prayed that God would provide and help him get back to the ministry. Later Sunday evening I checked my email; here it is for you to read:
I immediately responded and told this person that we literally had just prayed, and this person was the answer to the prayer! The person donated the money, and replied:
I am sharing this because sometimes God does put in people’s hearts to give generously, and sometimes you do not know that you were a major answer to prayer strengthening the faith of so many in the process. I am grateful for this person, even though she thought this was “odd”. What is true, is that she was obedient, and her obedience means a blessing for so many people. She will only know in eternity.
I gave the money to our partner, and he should be ready to leave soon! He told me he will visit villages in Dagestan with the new car that we had been praying for. This means new doors opening and the gospel will go forth in areas that are unreached!
Survey for a new podcast. Help us pick a name.
In a very short time we will begin shooting, production and publication of a new podcast. This will introduce Armenia and issues here to a Western Christian audience. I have a short survey, and we need your input for a name. Please take it here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LYVYDVH
Upcoming Hope Summer Camps (Border of Iran).
This coming July we will be hosting two Hope Camps for youth in Agarak (border of Iran). We will have a total of 120 youth attend, and many volunteers from the US, and from Armenia will come to help. We need to raise funds for these camps. We have the opportunity to clearly teach the Bible, and to declare the gospel to these children, and introduce them to our church. This is a blessing to them and the community. We need to raise $8,000 for these camps and I ask that you would consider donating generously. Please let me know if you would be able to do this, so I can designate the funds for this.
For the King,
Jacob