TRINITY BROADCASTING NETWORK DECEMBER 2018 HOPE & GRACE around the world Partnership Fuels a God-sized Dream to Reach 7 Billion People page 1 MERRY Christmas PROGRAMS YOU LOVE! TBN BY THE NUMBERS CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH TBN page 4 page 5 page 6
Select TBN staff with Matt & Laurie Crouch in Madrid all over the world. But that wouldn t be nearly as effective, would it? People are unique, cultures are varied, and life is different in each community. UNIQUE PEOPLE AND DIVERSE CULTURES FPO Global Networks, LOCAL IMPACT So TBN continues to expand globally by expanding locally. Most of the 30+ TBN networks serve diverse populations, in an ever-growing array of languages and local content. This month, we are excited about giving God the glory for the work He s doing through the international TBN networks. by Matt & Laurie Crouch T oday, we stand in awe of the finished work of Jesus and rejoice at how that work of redemption is being proclaimed and celebrated around the world through TBN. TBN programming is available to over 1.6 billion people through our 30 international affiliate networks, but we dream of reaching over 7 billion. That means our partners are fulfilling both vital halves of Jesus Great Commission bringing salvation to the lost and making disciples.... TBN programming was there to lift up Jo s spirits and help her get through one more day. Recently, TBN UK viewer Jo shared how lifesaving, Jesus-honoring Christian programming helped on her journey to freedom, as years of drug addiction gave way to deliverance. While recovery was difficult, some days even to the point that she battled suicidal thoughts, the TBN programming was there to lift up Jo s spirits and help her get through one more day. She has now been a Christian for two years and was baptized this summer. part of the world hear the Gospel from people who look and talk just like themselves.... Jesus private, intimate interactions with a single person still impact, teach, and inspire us. Yes, the Gospels describe Jesus ministry to the crowds, but His most powerful moments tended to be His one-onone encounters. After two millennia, the Biblical accounts of Jesus private, intimate interactions with a single person still impact, teach, and inspire us. Think about the woman at the well, the tax collector Zacchaeus who climbed a tree just to see Jesus, the woman who served and worshipped Jesus by washing His feet, Nicodemus who was the first to learn the mystery of the new birth, and Jesus dear friends Mary and Martha. He touched and changed their lives one at a time. The idea of reaching 7 billion people is amazing, but in the end, that s just a huge number. What really encourages and motivates us is hearing stories of individuals changed by Jesus through this ministry. TBN could reach the same number of people by broadcasting one channel in one language FAITH-FORWARD, JESUSHONORING MEDIA CONTENT By God s grace and power, TBN has truly become a global network gifted with an opportunity to bring faith-forward, Jesus-honoring media content to souls on every inhabited continent. We re opening that gift and putting it to use for Jesus Kingdom and God s glory, and we re doing this by creating a wave of brand-new programs that feature the best in Biblical, Spirit-empowered teaching; fascinating, uplifting conversation; and spiritually enriching, culturally relevant original series. On top of all that, we re adding local programs in each region around the world to make sure that people in every NEW MINISTRY SHOWS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM Excitement is building and lives are being changed through Jesus-honoring programs produced at the studios of TBN UK. Studio productions include several new ministry series, such as Healing in Jesus Name with John Mellor, Days of Wonder with Jarrod Cooper, and Heart 2 Heart with Pastor Doug Williams. Messages of hope and grace continue in the new seasons of Treasures of Grace with Emmanuel Ziga, Grace Shouts Louder with Pastor Ray Bevan, and Demystifying the Kingdom of God with Pastor Alan Scotland. Reaching millions of homes across the UK is truly awe-inspiring, but seeing the healing hand of our Savior at work drives us to step out further in faith. SOUL SAVED IN THE UK I don t know what made me turn to TBN UK but then I felt as if God was talking to me. I said the simple saving prayer you hear many times on TBN UK, and after I said it, I was flooded with a sense of true joy and peace, crying and smiling at the same time. VIV FROST TEACHING & HEALING PROGRAMS DRAWING VIEWERS IN PAKISTAN Second Peter 3:9 reminds us that our Lord isn t willing for anyone to perish. That is why we continue to seize every possible opportunity to reach the lost and equip the Believers in Asia. JCTV in Pakistan is thriving, despite a culture that is often hostile to the Gospel. JCTV broadcasts from their studio in Lahore and frequently ventures out to sponsor teaching and healing in places like Gawahi Prayer Center, SSB Biblical University, and Victory Family Church. Brother Nasir from Gujranwala recently shared his appreciation for the ministry of JCTV, especially the program SHARE your STORY Submit your video to tbn.org/mystory Post on social using #MyStory Email mystory@tbn.tv Or use the enclosed prayer card 2018 Trinity Broadcasting Network. All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of TBN. Sending the hope and grace of Jesus to the world! 1 2
Rah-e-Amal, which brings teachings that lead to the right path. Another JCTV viewer rated the program Roz ki Roti as excellent, with the messages of Dr. Rauf Sabir being very blessed and soul winning. PROGRAMS you LOVE! viewers in 46 of 54 nations across the African continent. Over in East Africa, Lighthouse TV in Uganda is thriving, reaching a potential of over 22 million viewers. They recently participated in the Kampala Capital City Festival, where the people spent time in praise and worship, shared their testimonies, and soaked in the Gospel message. Lighthouse TV also takes every opportunity to venture out into the community to meet with viewers, including a Sunday spent with Sseta Good Samaritan Church. FPO At TBN our mission is to offer you uplifting programming that brings hope, healing, and spiritual transformation. Did you see these most-watched programs of 2018? If not, check out watch.tbn.tv to find your new favorite show! PRAISE EPISODES #2 U.S. EMBASSY MOVE TO JERUSALEM watch.tbn.tv/videos/praise-257. #1 #3 FRANKLIN GRAHAM CHARLES STANLEY Matt & Laurie held a riveting conversation with Charles Stanley as he opened up about how he overcame intense adversity by following God s path. SCANDINAVIA GOES LIVE TBN Nordic, previously a streaming service, went live via satellite this fall in Scandinavia with a potential to reach over 21 million people. We are so excited about what God has in store for Sweden and the rest of Scandinavia. Stay tuned; we will be sharing stories of changed lives through the spreading of the Gospel in the months to come. DISCUSSING THE LIFE OF HIS FATHER watch.tbn.tv/videos/praise-111. watch.tbn.tv/videos/praise-282. PRAISE AND WORSHIP SHOWS DOORS WIDE OPEN IN TAIWAN TBN has also expanded the reach of the Gospel in Taiwan. It s amazing how God has opened the door with national broadcaster TVBS. Countless lives are yet to be changed; countless stories are waiting to be told. Drive Thru History is currently airing on TVBS, spreading hope and grace in this new region. YOUR SUPPORT IS MAKING A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE Thank you for being counted among the laborers and sharing in God s harvest. Your faithfulness is bearing fruit one soul at a time, and bringing encouragement to those co-laboring with you in the studios and communities around the world. MORE VIEWERS BEING REACHED IN SOUTH AFRICA TBN in Africa has outgrown their facility; we are praying for God s provision for a new property. Matt and Laurie s trip this past summer included a visit to a ministry in Tanzania to explore ways to help the people develop better agricultural solutions. Several episodes of Praise were also brought to you from southern Africa, and they are available to view at watch.tbn.tv if you missed them. As the sister network to TBN in Africa, TBN Mzansi was recently launched and runs on a platform called Kwesé TV. This is significant because it is free and accessible to JAVEN AND TYE TRIBBETT #1EASTER MUSIC SPECIAL Javen and Tye Tribbett hosted a powerful time of praise and worship. watch.tbn.tv/videos/praise-82. #2 DONNIE MCCLURKIN GOSPEL WORSHIP #3 EXPERIENCE PT. 1 watch.tbn.tv/videos/praise-316. watch.tbn.tv/videos/praise-287. TBN ORIGINAL SERIES #2 FREQUENCY Visit watch.tbn.tv and search Frequency SPECIAL UPDATE Watch a special message from Matt & Laurie in Taiwan at tbn.org/movie/taiwantrip 3 THRU HISTORY: #1 DRIVE THE GOSPELS #3 UNSHAKABLE HOPE The story of Jesus earthly life is revealed as Dave Stotts travels to historic locations recorded in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. watch.tbn.tv/max-lucado-unshakable-hope. 4
YOUR TBN by the NUMBERS. Because of you, we are impacting the world through Christian broadcasting. enjoy our new, exciting Holiday Specials! 1.6 BILLION The holiday season is a special time, and TBN wants to introduce several new holiday specials for your entire family to enjoy. potential households reached through 30+ NETWORKS Charles Billingsley hello ciao 6 HUB STATIONS: Santa Ana, Dallas, Orlando, New York, Nashville, Chicago TBN networks broadcast full time in Oh Holy Night with Charles Billingsley and TaRanda Spirit of Christmas with Tye Tribbett Christmas with the Crouches in Colorado A Southern Gospel Christmas with Signature Sound Christmas with David & Tamela Mann A New Year s Eve Special Go to tbn.org/schedule for air times. Christmas with Danny Gokey and Natalie Grant 16 LANGUAGES ENGLISH SPANISH PORTUGUESE ITALIAN GERMAN POLISH RUSSIAN ESTONIAN FINNISH SWEDISH BULGARIAN ARABIC FARSI URDU TURKISH ICELANDIC 1.1 MILLION OVER 1 MILLION calls for prayer in 2018 Facebook followers MORE THAN 1,000 7.9 MILLION calls every month for salvation and rededication YouTube views 95,000 Twitter followers 198,000 Instagram followers 1,200 U.S. prisons receiving 24/7 Christian TV through TBN 2nd Chance 5 A Christmas Blessing from Your TBN Family May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word (2 Thessalonians 2:16 17). THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, we pray you and your entire family would find comfort, encouragement, and strength in the hope and grace found in God s giſt of Jesus. And as you prepare to enter the new year, we pray that your every undertaking would carry His favor and bear fruit for His glory. We love you! Nearly 850,000 resources shipped 6
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