Witnessing the Power of God at Work
2025 has been a year of powerful testimony to the transforming work of God through Rise Up Mission. Across cities, streets, shelters, workplaces, and campuses, we have witnessed firsthand how the Word of God changes hearts and how faithful obedience allows God to move in ways only He can.
At the Bowery Mission in New York, we saw the Gospel come alive as the lost were found. Time and again, God reminded us of the truth that He leaves the ninety-nine to reach the one. We witnessed individuals respond to the call of salvation, prayed with them, and saw chains broken. God truly moves mountains for the one—and to Him alone be all the glory.
In San Diego, where outreach began two years ago, we saw tangible transformation unfold before our eyes. Streets once filled with despair are now being cleaned. Individuals were offered housing and moved off the streets. Lives were restored. As Scripture tells us, “one plants, another waters, but God gives the increase.” The change we have seen in this city is the work of God alone.
In Harlem, New York, where ministry began about a year and a half ago, there has been a noticeable spiritual shift. During recent outreaches, we observed less heaviness, fewer strongholds, and a greater openness to the Gospel. Hearts are more receptive than when we first began—clear evidence that persistent prayer and faithful presence bear fruit in God’s time.
In the marketplace, during a corporate assignment in Boston, God again showed His power to reach the one. We encountered individuals burdened by fear, anxiety, and oppression. Through prayer and obedience, seeds were planted, chains were broken, and hope was restored. God moved mountains quietly but powerfully in hearts that were ready.
Looking Ahead to 2026
As we look to 2026, Rise Up Mission will continue to focus on business and education communities, especially in the Boston area. Many in these environments are deeply attached to careers, titles, and status, yet carry brokenness within. Jesus has a heart for this community—those on the mountains of society who are often unseen in their pain. Only Christ brings true healing and restoration.
Our focus for 2026 includes:
- Continued marketplace and university outreach
- Prayer walks and strategic engagement
- Work assignments within corporate environments
- Partnerships with organizations already serving on the ground
- Ongoing ministry to the broken, the lost, the hurting, widows, and orphans, both locally and globally, as the Lord leads
We move forward with humility, obedience, and faith—trusting that God will continue to plant, water, and bring the increase.
To Him be all the glory.
Sanaa, Founder Rise Up Mission