Federico’s Testimony
Before I met Christ, I was an alcoholic and drug dealer who caused much trouble. However, alcohol and drugs were not my
Is the Jubilee Bible a Good Translation?
Russell Stendal Answers the Question, "Is the Jubilee Bible a Good Translation?" Jubilee Bible Prioritizes Context and Spirit of Truth By Russell
Bold Leadership of Christians in Asia
Leading Like Christ Series By David Witt Leadership of Christians in Asia The SOM International Director of Asia turns fifty-six this
Every Day a New Christian Martyr
By David Witt CEO Spirit of Martyrdom During the Soviet Union era, for three years for her faith in Christ. Mistreated and
This is God’s Time for Either Repentance or Collapse
Venezuelan Economy Collapsing Twenty-five years ago, some of my Colombian pastor friends, thinking that their Venezuelan counterparts were too proud and arrogant,
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 Asia
Church Planting Transforming a Subcontinent in Asia This series has been my delight to share our global directors' Christ-like leadership insights and
Fertilizing Discipleship
Fertilizer and Discipleship? The Holy Spirit gives us wisdom in discipleship, and sometimes we see the humor in the understanding. Who would
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
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 Africa
Leading Like Christ Series In the coming months, I will be sharing my observations of the mature Christ-like leadership of each SOM
Pilot’s Training Symposium – Those Who Risk Their Lives for the Gospel
Flying through Mexico's rugged, windy, and treacherous mountain terrain takes much skill, understanding, and courage, as the risks are significant. In
First Shipments of Bibles Arrive in Venezuela
Anticipation has been building in Venezuela for many months amidst the P Tribe. After working for 25 years, a Bible translator has
Seamstress Expresses Great Joy and Thanksgiving
Touched by Jesus and the Power of the Gospel I was born into a Roman Catholic family, but I didn't know Jesus
Fall Shipment of Bibles Passed through Customs
Shipment of Bibles Makes it Through Customs Amidst Many Challenges As the Economic Situation Deteriorates in Places like Venezuela, the Spiritual Revival
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
Explosive Growth in Broadcast, Desperate Need for Bibles in Venezuela
Broadcast Expands, but the Need for Bibles in Venezuela is Desperate Our radio broadcast has reached a new tribe in Venezuela in
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
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.
Brothers Transformed by Forgiveness
Brothers Strife Leads to Eternal Life in Asia My brothers and I, and my family live with my parents. I was born into
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 Church Planter
Church Planter Faces Challenges Firstly, in Acts 13, the Holy Spirit calls out Paul and Barnabas to go into the ministry of
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
Bibles by the Boatload in Venezuela
Bible Delivery: Bibles by the Boatload in Venezuela By Russell and Marina Stendal Turmoil and unrest continue to increase in the world
My Transformed Life – Mexico Story
My Transformed Life A brother in Christ from the city shared the Lord with me in my remote village. I was far
New Far Reaching Radio Tower Covers All Venezuela
Installing radio towers is not for the faint of heart. Climbing up to elevated heights is daunting. Facing strong winds in high
Asia: Wife Forgives Husband Who Burned Her With Oil
Wife's Background I was raised by a Hindu family and married a Hindu man. We were blessed with two children. There was
Harvest in Africa
Reported by SOM Africa Director God is opening many doors amidst this uncertain time and He is using the believers to shine
Church Planter Plows the Fields in Africa with Motorcycle
Church Planter Plowing Fields by Motorcycle in Africa Part of a church planter's life
Son of a Martyr Becomes Bold Witness
The story below is an example of what God is doing! The Father's Conversion My father worked in construction as I grew
My Father’s Heart by Alethia Stendal
My Father's Heart by Alethia Stendal EXCERPT FROM ALETHIA'S BOOK: In the past, there have been lots of chances of turning back,
