Gospel Life

04/06/2026

Church planting, women's ministry, urban pastor training. We've been busy the last couple of months. Read our latest prayer update.

https://gospellife.org/the-resurrection-changes-everything-easter-update-from-malawi/

03/05/2026

I’ve seen what happens when faithful men trust God to provide — even with nothing but a bicycle and a Bible. Here's the story of Patrick in Malawi…

Patrick was one of our first Shepherds Academy students, and his passion for evangelism has only grown. After graduating, he moved to Mangochi, living in a village surrounded by mosques and churches that aren’t rooted in the gospel.

He baptized 5 men — and is intentionally reaching men first, knowing strong families start with strong men. His character? A real example of trusting God over material security, even when many pastors chase after money or status.

This is why our model focuses on biblical training, not handouts — it’s about building churches that stand on truth, not tricks or deceptive teachings. Pray for Patrick as he leads a church that can be a lighthouse in darkness.

Isn’t it encouraging to see faith making an impact where it’s most needed?

01/19/2026

God's Word is multiplying in Africa!

Just like Acts 12:24 says, 'But the word of God increased and multiplied' — we're seeing it happen right now in Malawi and Mozambique through Gospel Life!

Praise God for:
-Patrick Matope boldly planting a church in the Muslim-majority Mangochi district among the Yao people. This past Sunday, he baptized the first three men who believed the gospel in Lake Malombe — the start of a new gospel-preaching church! Pray for Patrick and his family as they settle in this challenging area.

-Isaac Dzimbiri teaching Shepherds Academy courses across Malawi and even remote parts of Mozambique, equipping pastors with sound doctrine.

-A Shepherds Academy graduate who stood firm like Athanasius — preaching through the Gospel of John against Arianism (false teaching that Jesus isn't fully God) and paying a price by being removed from his church. What courage for the truth!

-New theological scholarships in action: Isaac pursuing his MDiv online, and Solomon Nkhoma starting his bachelor's at Central Africa Baptist University. The next generation of faithful leaders is rising!

This is eternal work — changing lives, planting churches, and training shepherds in hard places.

If you're encouraged by what God is doing, pray for these brothers, share this update, and consider partnering with Gospel Life to keep the momentum going!

Read our full update here:

Three men baptized in a Muslim-majority district, a pastor stands firm like Athanasius, and new scholars equipped. See how the Word is multiplying!

12/17/2025

🎙️ Dive into the latest episode of Gospel Life as we explore the vibrant cultural tapestry of Malawi and Mozambique. From Christmas traditions to the challenges of teaching theology, join us for an enlightening conversation with Isaac Dzimbiri. 🌍

11/07/2025

If you've missed the first two episodes of the new Gospel Life podcast, this weekend is a good time to catch up. Pray for Isaac as he will soon be going to train pastors in Mozambique, which he and Josh talked about in episode 1.

08/17/2024

This weekend, our Malawi ministry director Isaac Dzimbiri is on an exploratory trip into Mozambique.

These pastors lead their churches in Chichewa, which is everyone’s 3rd or 4th language, because they do not have access to Bibles, song books, and other resources in either their local language, Chilomwe, or in Portuguese, which they learn in school.

Pray as Isaac evaluates needs and seeks the Lord’s leadership for future plans.

08/06/2024

Shepherds Academy has relaunched our program at the local public school in Kim village today with 76 pastors, church leaders, and women’s ministry leaders.

Isaac Dzimbiri, our Malawi ministry director, is teaching Monday to Friday on How to Study the Bible.

In the future, we plan to split up the men and women into different courses to address unique needs and create more space in each classroom.

Pray for Isaac and the students as this location begins their Shepherds Academy experience.

01/22/2024

Last week, we were blessed to host Pastors Chuck Henderson from FBC Henderson KY and John Newland from Fall Creek Church IN. They taught Personal Evangelism and Discipleship to our college students. Then they went into a Muslim village to put into practice what they learned.

01/04/2024

As a late Christmas celebration with our core ministry staff, we visited Liwonde National Park today. This is a very special team of people.

12/01/2023

Don't miss our latest prayer update: Wrapping up the school year and setting up a farm.

Read here: https://gospellife.org/giving-thanks-and-giving-the-gospel/

11/28/2023

As we kick off the giving season, please remember us at Gospel Life. We are so thankful for all that God provides through your generous support.

Giving link: https://tithe.ly/give?c=69793