Bonus: Plane Hijacked in Africa – Pilot’s Story (Part 1) | On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse

March 27, 2026
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We’re sharing a special bonus episode from the podcast On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse, hosted by Kristy Graham. The show brings listeners close to the front lines of global ministry through stories of faith, courage, and God’s work through Samaritan’s Purse.

Today's episode covers Missionary pilot Jim Streit's story. When someone put a gun in his face, Jim had a choice—he could either let fear take over or he could trust Jesus with his life. As Jim’s plane was hijacked in Africa, the Lord brought Scriptures back to his mind and reminded him that there is power in the Name of Jesus. Hear from Jim Streit, who was in the air, and from Matt Olson, who was on the ground in North Carolina, about how God came through in a mighty way.

Together, they reflect on how God’s presence and protection were evident in the middle of an unexpected and dangerous crisis.

Content Note: This episode includes descriptions of a dangerous situation involving a firearm and may be intense for some listeners.


Listen to Part 2 now!

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Keri Eichberger is the author of Win Over Worry: Conquer What Shakes You and Soar With The One Who Overcomes and has a passion for devotional writing. A Jesus-loving Kentucky girl, she is blessed—together with her best friend and husband of more than twenty years, Mike—with a house full of five kids. Keri was ordained through Southeast Christian Church and has devoted her life to full-time ministry. Connect with her at KeriEichberger.com or Instagram.
Lia Girard is a poet, mom, wife, author, and former Faith Editor for Crosswalk.com who delights in the truth, discovering new restaurants and exploring wild places. Formerly Lia Martin, her devotionals, articles and video/audio voiceovers are featured on Crosswalk.com, BibleStudyTools.com, iBelieve.com, and the Your Daily Prayer and Your Nightly Prayer podcasts. She soaks up God on long forest walks and shares her inspiration on Instagram @wildpeace.poetry.
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