Stories

The story of Dia I was just a girl when my life was decided for me. My marriage was arranged in the way it has been for generations — a traditional Muslim union, chosen by our families. I entered my husband’s home not as a cherished wife, but as someone expected to serve, to be…

The story of Albert I came to know Jesus during one of the darkest chapters of my life — the civil war of 1997 in Albania. It was a time of chaos and fear, but for me, it was marked by an even deeper personal tragedy: my brother was murdered. The grief was crushing. I…

The story of Kejvina Kejvina is a 25-year-old woman from a small village in Southeast Albania. Five years ago, while studying at university, she met a young man who seemed kind and trustworthy. Believing she had found love, she let him into her life. At first, everything appeared normal. A few months later, he began…

Fiona is only 18 years old, yet she carries the weight of a lifetime of pain. Born into the Roma community in a small town in Southeast Albania, her life changed forever three years ago when she fell in love with a young man from her own community. At first, his attention felt warm and…

The story of Suela I gave my life to Jesus when I was just a teenager. Those early years were full of joy — I was going to church regularly, growing in faith, and feeling truly blessed. It wasn’t easy; my parents strongly opposed my “change,” and at times the tension at home was heavy.…

The story of Gezim I grew up in a small village in Albania during the communist era, surrounded by poverty and hardship. My childhood was marked by scarcity — not just of food or resources, but of opportunities and hope. When communism fell, a wave of people left our homeland in search of a better…

The story of Magdalena Every evening, I tune in to Radio 7, and in those moments, my heart finds peace. Your programs have been more than just words to me — they have been a lifeline, filling my home with joy and my spirit with hope. One devotional program, Reset with Bonnie Sala, has become…

Flora was only 18 when she finished high school. She grew up in a small town in northern Albania, where opportunities were scarce, and the mentality was very archaic. Her future seemed uncertain, and she had little vision for what lay ahead. In her hometown, single girls her age couldn’t go out of their homes…

As I look back on 2024, I’m deeply grateful that – because you helped us, we were able to fulfill our mission to reach Albanians for Christ, to equip the Local church and to impact our communities. High school students and University students have been in the focus of our counseling ministry for over 15…

Albana is a concerned mother of a teenage girl. Her15 year-old daughter Dea, was a very happy and loving young woman, was raised in a Christian home. Then one year ago, Albana began to see big changes in her daughter’s behavior. Dea became very quiet and isolated, then became impatient and depressed. Although Dea once…

Entela, a mother of two young children, called our radio station in early January. Her heart was heavy and she was suicidal. A complex family situation, a sick child and to make everything harder unemployment, left her heart empty, disoriented, and full of fear for the future. Our counselor, counseled Entela and her children through June…

Ola was raised with an abusing father, and faced many hardships while growing up. Life at home for her was nothing but a horrible experience. She never felt the love of a father, nor the protection of her mother. She was neglected from those who were supposed to protect her and teach her about life.This…

Radio 7 has become a place of encouragement and a path that has taught people how to walk with God and know His nature better. For many people, Radio 7 has been ″ church ″ in every house or town in the Balkans because people have found it impossible to go to a local church…

Soela lost her husband a few months ago. In deep pain and sorrow she wondered if she would ever be whole again. Will this numbness she felt ever end? Her teenage daughter was missing her dad and she didn’t know how to help her. In the middle of pain and desperation she heard our Encouraging…

Nevila (name changed) is a 32 year old single mom of three children ages 6, 4 and 2. She was abandoned by her husband a few months ago and is struggling to provide for basic needs of her three young children. She has been without food for days and is suffering from anxiety for the…

Hena is a single mom of three children, Monta 13 years old and Esi 8 years old girls and Seldi, a 3 year old boy. She lived under severe abuse from her husband for over 14 years and is injured as a result of domestic abuse. After the painful divorce, Hena left her hometown in…

Eilin doesn’t have many toys and she never had new shoes. She daily cares for a goat that provides the daily basic needs for her family of five. Eilin’s family lives under very difficult conditions in a house damaged from the earthquake of November 26. The roof and windows are damaged and whenever it rains…

Joel, an 8 years old boy was encouraged by his mother Alma, a regular listener of Radio 7 to join Christmas Shoes Project and give a new pair of shoes to a child in need. He decided to pray for the child every day and to write a card sharing the real meaning of Christmas…

“My story is like many others that you share on your radio programs. Seven years ago, I went through a difficult time. I was married for two years to an alcoholic, who knew nothing else but drinking and showing of his strength with whomever would cross his road. Most of the time I was his…

From a letter to Media 7: A woman writes: “Greetings to your staff. I appreciate the work you are doing, and I value your opinion on important matters. I need direction for my life. I’m a young mother of two little girls. We live in a small village. I keep following my studies part-time. We…

We sometimes promote a book on our television show. Teresa called to request the book. We noticed her voice was very low as though she was scared and trying to hide from someone. “I need a lot of prayers,” she whispered.“because my husband is very violent. He beat me today very badly my head hurts…

Elton is a young man who came to Jesus through the teachings provided by Radio 7and their partner, Leading The Way. His story is one that is very hard to imagine for anyone in America, but it proves the importance of the ministry of Media 7. He was born to a Gypsy family in Tirana…

Alketa, a woman from South Albania, is married to an abusive husband. He is very harsh in his treatment of her, and his family supports this abuse. She feels alone and without hope, and no one seems to care about her pain or sorrow. She struggles to raise her children to respect her and have…

Media 7 has humanitarian ministries as well as radio and TV programs reaching out to people in Albania and Kosovo. Our counseling program has helped restore marriages. “Hope for the Heart” has provided Biblical training for our staffand necessary resources for our counseling centers to share with our listeners that the Bible is and must…

Ten years ago Lena took her son and left the abusive relationship she lived in because of her abusive husband. She moved into the home of her mother and raised her son without a father. Life was hard for Lena and her son, but she tells us now about her life since listening to Media…