India Man Stands Faithful In Spite of Persecution
Man from India Isolated at Work For His Faith Firstly, a man from India shares, “All the men had to leave our village. Work could not be found. Without work, there’s no way to provide for my family.” As a group of Hindu men We moved far away to an industrial area for unskilled labor work and began to work
Indian Church Planters Share Jesus
Indian church planters pursue expelled migrants laborers The fruit of their labor Indian church planters frequently minister to migrant laborers. The migrants are living under tarps on the outskirts of villages. Police forced one migrant family to move further away from the village. The authorities came and burnt down all of their belongings, including their tarp house and even their
Brothers Transformed by Forgiveness
Brothers Strife Leads to Eternal Life in India My brothers and I, and my family live with my parents. I was born into a Hindu family. I married in 2011 and am blessed with 2 children. We live under one roof as a joint family My brothers always quarreled together over many family disputes. Therefore, to the outside world, we looked
Bible Distribution in Venezuela Faces Exponential Demand
Bibles Delivered: Truck-loads full Plan to dispense Bibles: Uplifting News from Venezuela We just finished a trip with two huge trucks loaded and ready for Bible distribution along with support materials. We see people walk, ride bicycles, or paddle canoes for hours or even days for the opportunity to receive a Bible. It seems the entire country is desperately seeking
Couple Threatened in Mexico with Crucifixion
Mexico Couple Threatened, “CRUCIFY YOU LIKE THE JESUS.” High up in the mountains of Mexico, a married couple received the Lord. They started sharing the gospel with others and as a result, the couple was threatened for their faith. As part of their tribal group, this area represents an opportunity where tens of thousands of indigenous people need access to
High Risk. High Return.
Leaders risk their lives for Christ. SOM International serves leaders who risk much for Jesus. We work with leaders in high-risk areas, focusing on the unreached 40% of the world. Our network leaders risk their lives by bearing testimony of Christ where restrictions could cut off their freedom, livelihood, and community. Following Jesus is a risk-taking adventure. SOM International honors
Persecution of the Early Church
The Persecution of the First Missionary and Martyr to Muslims His name sounds like he could lull you to sleep, but Ramon Llull is more of a lion than a lamb. He reached out to North Africa, faced persecution, and later became a martyr for his faith. Raised as a courtesan in the mid-1200’s on Spain’s Majorca island (or called
A Year in the Life of the India Church Planter
India Church Planter Faces Challenges Firstly, in Acts 13, the Holy Spirit calls out Paul and Barnabas to go into the ministry of church planting. For example, imagine a world, such as India, where almost everyone and everything is against you. In other words, the religious establishment is against you. Meanwhile, the government is against you. In addition, your own family
Economic Crisis Deepening in South America: Presenting Unprecedented Opportunities
Economic Crisis Deepening in South America Economic Strife Presenting Unprecedented Opportunities Russell and Marina Stendal The economic crisis in South America is deepening and presenting opportunities for us to serve. There are a number of delicate situations we are monitoring. Just when we think things have hit rock bottom, they continue to get worse. Entire nations are in that boat,
[PHOTO GALLERY] 2020 Highlights from South America
2020 Highlights from South America 2020 Highlights Reported by: Russell and Marina Stendal In reflecting back on the highlights in 2020, it was a very productive and successful year for our ministry and you have been a vital part. At first, things did not look so good due to the pandemic lockdowns. This, however, gave us time to finish writing, editing,
Relief Gladly Received in Mountainous Mexico
Relief Gladly Received in Mountainous Mexico Relief sent to Villagers in the Mountains of Mexico Due to the COVID-19 virus, it has been a while since SOM-Mexico team has been able to visit the indigenous people in the mountains. The tribal people are having a hard time economically since the rain has been scarce this year. The harvest was very
Fulani Woman Healed and will be Attending Sewing Discipleship School
Inspiring Story of a Fulani Woman This Fulani woman was healed by Jesus through the ministry of a Christian doctor. She will be attending the Upcoming Discipleship Sewing School. Click here to read more about our ministry in Northwest Africa. I Couldn't Walk and the Local Fulani Witch Doctors Couldn't Help I am from a Fulani people group who brought
Joy in the Journey Part 2: Learning Love from Persecuted Believers
Joy in the Journey Part 2: Learning Love from Embattled and Persecuted Believers This is part 2 in a series of articles about the founder and visionary of SOM International, who has encountered joy and contentment among persecuted believers in the Church at Risk. David has traveled to 53 countries around the globe and walked alongside many who have faced
Who Are Living Martyrs?
Who are Living Martyrs? By David Witt In a nutshell, a living martyr is a credible witness for Christ--one who will not compromise their faith in Jesus and His work. Jesus Himself and His disciples risk and sacrifice much for the love and work of God. How is it possible to be a living martyr -- alive and at
Joy in the Journey Part 1: Learning Joy in Christ form Embattled Believers
Joy in the Journey Part 1: Learning Joy in Christ from Embattled Believers David Witt, founder and visionary of SOM International, has traveled to 53 countries around the world—countries where believers are often restricted, marginalized, and persecuted. Despite such hardships, David discovered that the persecuted global body has actually helped him to discover joy in the Lord and instill Christ-like
