When I first stepped onto the Elijah Rising van, I had no idea how profoundly the experience would change my perspective on Houston—a city I thought I knew well. Like many Houstonians, I had driven past countless massage parlors, cantinas, and strip clubs without fully comprehending what might be happening behind their doors. The Origin...Read More

Sex trafficking is a devastating form of modern slavery that affects hundreds of thousands of people in the United States alone. As a pervasive issue in cities across America, including major hubs like Houston, understanding what sex trafficking is and how to recognize it can help save lives. What Is Sex Trafficking? Sex trafficking involves...Read More

There’s a common belief that keeping children safe online is solely the responsibility of parents. “Just monitor their devices,” people say, or “Use parental controls.” While these are important steps, the reality of protecting children from online exploitation is far more complex. This week, the Supreme Court will hear its most significant case about online...Read More

As the holiday season approaches, many of us are on the lookout for holiday gifts that not only bring joy but also make a difference. What if you could give a gift that directly empowers women? By choosing products from brands that support women overcoming impossible odds—whether they’re survivors of abuse, trafficking, poverty, or other...Read More

Why is prayer the first step in combatting human trafficking? In the battle against human trafficking, it’s natural to want to jump straight into action. The issue is urgent, lives are at stake, and it can feel like we don’t have a second to waste. But what if the most powerful first step is not...Read More

A couple of months ago, I was out on the track with our intervention team and we were sitting talking to a few of the girls that we have known for a while and build a relationship with. When all of a sudden a girl who I had never seen before came over and sat...Read More

As I type this our nation is celebrating Women’s History Month.  This month and the memorialization of it can easily become another marker on the calendar, something to fill our screens for a brief moment and pass away.  Today, however, I pray that we are slowed enough to absorb some of the stories we’ll attempt...Read More

We ask you to engage with this content so that you can become informed and equipped to stand for righteousness in this age. Sex trafficking is an epidemic today, and one of the major contributors is the increased exposure to pornography at younger ages. Most people know this, but many are uninformed about the intentional...Read More

In the Communications Department at Elijah Rising, we spend a lot of time staying informed on recent trends in trafficking. Recently, we’ve seen more and more articles, court cases, and data focused on online predators. Many of us on staff have children ourselves. In light of what we know, we frequently ask the question “How...Read More

Heritage Baptist Church hosted a local pumpkin patch fundraiser for Elijah Rising. They raised over $7,500 for Elijah Rising. Meet Pastor John Strader of Heritage Baptist Church in Missouri City and learn about how a local church in Missouri City is helping fight sex trafficking Why are you so passionate about raising awareness about trafficking? ...Read More