Inside The Epicenter With Joel Rosenberg Henri Aoun - Insights from Lebanon's Evangelical Leader #231
Henri Aoun is a key leader in the Lebanese evangelical Christian community. The discussion begins with the alliance between King Solomon of Israel and King Hiram of Lebanon, as described in 1 Kings chapter 5. This partnership, characterized by exchanging cedar and pine logs for wheat and olive oil, exemplified peace and collaboration. Moving to the present, Lebanon faces a severe humanitarian crisis due to internal conflicts and a significant influx of refugees. Despite the challenges, Lebanese Christians provide aid and compassion to those in need, showcasing remarkable resilience. Henri highlights the church's central role in Lebanon, a unique bastion of religious freedom in the Middle East. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of the upcoming U.S. elections on Lebanon's future, calling for prayers and international support. This episode seamlessly combines historical insights with urgent humanitarian needs, emphasizing the enduring power of faith and compassion and the resilience of Lebanon’s Christian community.
- (00:02) Lebanese evangelicals lack safety for interviews.
- (05:16) Henry Aoun leads Life Agape in the Middle East.
- (06:54) Celebrating friendship and faith with Lebanese evangelical.
- (10:32) Life Agape aids Lebanese amid the refugee crisis.
- (15:55) He proclaimed only the state should have arms.
- (17:44) Pray for Lebanese churches amidst political challenges.
- (20:56) Lebanon urged to rise up against Hezbollah.
- (23:50) Discussing Henry Aoun's ministry leadership in the Middle East.
- (30:04) Christians spreading Christ's message need prayer and resources.
- (33:50) Lebanon's struggles: PLO, Hezbollah, hope in faith.
- (37:02) Prayers, updates, war nearing end, reconstruction anticipated.
- (39:20) A Trustworthy Lebanese pastor discusses faith and ministry.
- (45:03) Pray for peace; help Lebanon's Christians now.
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Links for Reference
Verse of the Day: 1 Kings 5-12-The Lord kept his promise and made Solomon wise. Hiram and Solomon signed a treaty and never went to war against each other.
Prayer
Pray that Lebanon will experience true independence and start practicing democracy. Pray that God will liberate Lebanon from the grip of the Iranian regime. Pray for the churches and the liberation of the Lebanese people.
Pray for the American people and the decisions they make in this election.
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