The Price of Independence for Kosovo

(Photo by REUTERS/Oleg Popov)

The road to independence started 17 years ago for the small Balkan nation of Kosovo, and on February 17th, it became a reality… but not without much protest and conflict. In the past month, we have seen much resistance from the Serbian peoples of Kosovo who believe that “Kosovo is Serbia.” With the backing of the UN, Kosovo is now recognized as an independent nation from Serbia, which brings more conflict and uncertainty to the once united Yogoslavian peoples.

Frontiers has friends living in and among these regions who share some insight into the spiritual climate of this conflict and how God might be using this for His purposes. A team leader in this region writes, “The enemy is trying to use this ‘transition’ time to stir up chaos, strife, violence, and even death. God intends to use it to draw men unto Himself. But what is the role of Jesus followers in these days? Where is the Church of Kosovo? What stand will they take or are they to take? Would you say that Kosovo is a land that is in need of healing? Would you say that they are in need of a Savior? Who will pray for them and who will show them Jesus?"

Please join us in praying for this newly formed nation and for the Serbian peoples who are torn by this conflict. We ask that the will of God may be known to all who suffer and find confusion in this transition, rather than peace.

We are also looking for those who will answer these questions and this call, “Who will pray for them and who will show them the love of Jesus?” Is this you? Contact us today by filling out The Journey, as we reach out to the people of Kosovo in this time of need.