The Resilient Show Inside Samaritan’s Purse: Ken Isaacs on War, Faith & Rescuing the Broken
Sep 1, 2025
Ken Isaacs, Vice President of Samaritan’s Purse and seasoned humanitarian, shares transformative insights from his 35 years in crisis zones like Afghanistan and Ukraine. He reflects on the emotional toll of witnessing human suffering while maintaining hope and resilience, emphasizing the moral lessons drawn from conflict. The discussion spans personal stories about courage, faith in action, and the importance of mental health support for humanitarian workers, painting a vivid picture of dedication amidst chaos.
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Faith Guides Humanitarian Strategy
- Ken Isaacs centers humanitarian work on sharing Christ while avoiding proselytizing in inappropriate contexts.
- He believes faithful service opens doors for the gospel even when methods vary by culture.
Keep Your Eyes On The Ditch
- Keep your focus on helping victims, not picking fights with perpetrators or politics.
- Let go of personal anger and follow your calling to serve the wounded and vulnerable.
World Violence Is Intensifying
- Isaacs sees global conflict and natural disasters accelerating and human hearts growing colder.
- He links rising brutality to a broader spiritual decline rather than just media exposure.
