Life Imprisonment Bill passed in Indian State
In persecuted and unreached regions of the world, the scattered followers of Christ have a choice: a life of imprisonment to
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[Global Ambassador Feature] Meet Ambassador Tammy
Highlighting a Global Ambassador and an activity they have planned and executed. This month’s GA Feature is Assister Tammy from Arizona. David
The Lord Extends His Grace to Us
An Update from South America The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth. Beloved, I wish that thou
GA TOOLBOX – Discipleship Workshops
Discipleship Training Essential Skills for Global Ambassadors The Global Ambassador Toolbox teaches skills for representing SOM International and inviting others to
GA TOOLBOX – Events
The Nuts and Bolts of Representing SOM International at an Event After this, the Lord appointed seventy-two others, and he sent
GA TOOLBOX – Testimony
The Nuts and Bolts of Sharing an SOM Testimony Jesus was stunned. He had just heard the centurion say, “Just say
Asia Update: The Power of God’s Word
Naveen's journey is a testament to the transformative power of God's Word. He, a Hindu-background servant of Christ, graduated in June of
5 Inspiring Ways to Begin Your Journey with the Prayer Team
Welcome to the Prayer Team! Your dedication to prayer supports our persecuted family. You blend praise and prayer to seek God's
5 Empowering Ways to Get Started with the Discipleship Team
Welcome to the Discipleship Team! Your passion for teaching can spread Christ’s message through SOM International! As a discipler, you’ll guide
5 Strategic Steps to Kickstart Your Role with the Connection Team
Welcome to the Connection Team! Your talent for networking and fostering relationships supports our persecuted family. You excel in forming productive
5 Creative Ways to Kickstart Your Role with the Assist Team
Welcome to the Assist Team! Your passion for service and hospitality supports the Persecuted Church through SOM International! You find joy
5 Dynamic Ways to Dive into the Advocate Team
Welcome to the Advocate Team! Your passion for global outreach and support for our persecuted family takes center stage. Your mission
Richard Wurmbrand’s Tortured for Christ – Book Review
The Beauty of Whole-Hearted Sacrifice When picking up a paperback of Richard Wurmbrand's classic signature work, Tortured for Christ, one must be
What Is a Living Martyr?
Many paradoxes fill the Christian life: grace and strength through weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9); wisdom through foolishness (1 Corinthians 1:18); greatness through
Building the Church in India: A Church Planting Vision to Transform the Subcontinent
Church Planting Vision Transforming the Subcontinent of India Leading Like Christ Series By David Witt This series has been my delight to
Leadership: Leaving a Lasting Legacy
Leading Like Christ Series Amid this series on Christlike leadership, it is fitting to reflect on the attributes of our executive
Ukraine: The Hand of God
From the Desk of CEO, David Witt Over years of working in hostile environments, I learned to ask, "What is God doing?"
Bible Delivery
Dangerous Conditions Mark the Bible Delivery Journey Encouraging Bible delivery testimonies abound as we travel into remote areas like dangerous Colombia -Venezuela
Generosity: SOM-South American Leadership
Leading Like Christ Series Continuing the series on SOM International Directors, I want to highlight a slice of Russell Stendal's life. I
SOM International – Northwest Africa
Leading Like Christ Series In the coming months, I will be sharing my observations of the mature Christ-like leadership of each SOM
Advent Reflections from the Field From Russell Stendal
Boldly shining the light of Truth in expectation of His imminent return Russell Stendal shares recent updates and Advent reflections from a
Strategic Plan for SOM
The Biblical Road Map for SOM in 2021 and 2022 Spirit of Martyrdom operates with the primary objective of Internationally Serving Leaders
Church Planter: Dying Impact
Ministry Leader Reaches Hundreds During Final Months My husband, Karu, was a church planter who poured his life for Jesus even unto
Threats of Prison: She Continues to Share Jesus and Truth
Steadfast Witness in India Faces Jail Time for Sharing Faith Life can be problematic in Hindu-dominated northern India, but I never
Prayer Guide
2021 International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church Thank you for praying & standing with our persecuted family; above all, this
Message from a Bible Translator
Bible Translation and Distribution Impacts Community For those living in the land of information overload, it’s difficult to conceive of a world
Deadly Protests: Colombia
Opportunities for Clear Witness Amidst Deadly Protests in Colombia Imposing severe and prolonged COVID-19 lockdowns President Duque of Colombia finally realized this
Extreme Poverty In Mexico: Solutions
Helping Impoverished Tribes in Mexico Become Self-Sustainable Recently, we visited a mountainous tribal group who were anxious to see their crops grow.
Sewing Discipleship Ministry Expanding in Bangladesh
Sewing Ministry is Growing In what has already been effective in India, the Sewing Discipleship ministry is now getting more established in
North Africa: Banner Class of 209 Church Planters Graduate
Discipleship Schools Flourish in North Africa In mid-June, the North Africa church planting schools graduated 209 students! In this country's history, this
Church Planting Schools: India
India Church Planting Schools Graduate 20th Class Amazingly, at the end of April, the ministry in the SOM India planting network graduated
Northwest Africa Leadership Expanding Monthly
Report: Mission Fields in Northwest Africa God is doing wonderful things in our lives! The Northwest Africa Director reports: “The church planting
Risking Much for the Gospel | Venezuela
Braving Danger to Deliver Bibles, Books and Radios for Venezuelans Nearly 1400 miles border Columbia and Venezuela, where mission field workers risk
Myanmar | Global Alliance Releases Joint Statement on Coup Crisis
Refugees fleeing Myanmar arrive in Bangladesh. Photo credit: Patrick Brown /UNICEF Global Alliance Condemns Myanmar’s Military Regime’s “Total Disregard” for Freedom
Promise Keepers: Do You Have Summer Plans?
Promise Keepers is partnering with SOM International to mobilize thousands of men across the USA. SOM International is inviting men to join
Why Christians are #1 Persecuted People in the World
Christians face daily threats around the world In countries where freedom of faith is only a distant dream, Christians face persecution every
Developments from the Mission Field
Breakthroughs, Bibles, and Broadcasting in Latin America By Russell and Marina Stendal Work continues to advance on many different fronts. Vast breakthrough
Stephen’s Last Words as the First Martyr for Christ
Stephen faces persecution in the Early Church Adorned and honored. His name means “crown” or “wreath." The first martyr Stephen is one of
Faith Builds in the Forgotten at Bangladeshi Sewing School
Sewing Faith into Villagers Testimony of Hope from Sewing/Discipleship School Student Because of knowing faith in the Lord as my Savior since
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
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
