A mountain village with no written language now reads Scripture, forms elders, resolves conflict biblically, and plans outreach to nearby villages. We share how literacy, translation, discipleship, and tested leadership turned an unreached people into a sending church. • creating an alphabet and literacy from field linguistics • translating Scripture and building a full curriculum • Junior and Jess’s conversion and contagious witness • joy and sorrow as fuel for mission • women launching and...
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A mountain village with no written language now reads Scripture, forms elders, resolves conflict biblically, and plans outreach to nearby villages. We share how literacy, translation, discipleship, and tested leadership turned an unreached people into a sending church. • creating an alphabet and literacy from field linguistics • translating Scripture and building a full curriculum • Junior and Jess’s conversion and contagious witness • joy and sorrow as fuel for mission • women launching and...
A mountain village with no written language now reads Scripture, forms elders, resolves conflict biblically, and plans outreach to nearby villages. We share how literacy, translation, discipleship, and tested leadership turned an unreached people into a sending church. • creating an alphabet and literacy from field linguistics • translating Scripture and building a full curriculum • Junior and Jess’s conversion and contagious witness • joy and sorrow as fuel for mission • women launching and...
Dr. Todd Ahrend delivers a thought-provoking comparison between Christianity and major world religions, demonstrating the fundamental uniqueness of Jesus Christ among religious founders and belief systems. Through engaging stories and clear explanations, he dismantles the popular notion that all religions teach essentially the same truths while revealing the distinctiveness of Christianity's message, founder, and holy book. • Islam focuses on submission to Allah with salvation through the Fi...
Chris Clayman, CEO of Joshua Project, shares the surprising journey from the organization's humble beginnings to becoming the definitive resource for tracking unreached people groups worldwide. Though it has informed global missions strategy for 30 years, Joshua Project has operated with minimal staff and resources while maintaining the world's most trusted database of unreached peoples. • Chris's personal journey began in a mud hut in Mali before medical emergencies led to an unexpected pat...
GSI stands out as "the Navy SEALs of the mission world," going where it's hardest to reach with the gospel and facing daily persecution and risk to share God's word with unreached people groups in closed countries. • Growing up in missionary families versus discovering missions as adults • Learning multiple languages to effectively share the gospel • The challenge of reaching people in places entirely hostile to Christianity • Why language acquisition is critical—knowing 70% isn't enough • T...
Jake Carlson shares how his AI-powered chatbot is revolutionizing global evangelism by providing biblical answers in 192 languages across 125+ countries. His journey from missionary kid in China to tech innovator demonstrates how cutting-edge technology can be harnessed for the Great Commission, particularly in reaching unreached people groups. • Built Apologist.ai after years in software development at Oracle and Apple • Chatbot answers theological questions using content from trusted minis...
Steve Richardson and Nathan Burns from Pioneers share their organization's extraordinary journey of bringing the gospel to unreached people groups around the world. Through personal stories and strategic insights, they reveal how cross-cultural understanding, team-based approaches, and innovative methods are accelerating global mission work. • Founded 46 years ago, Pioneers now has 3,000 workers serving in over 100 countries among 441 unreached people groups • Steve grew up in a tribe of can...
Rodion shares his powerful journey from Ukrainian dentist to missionary serving Ukrainian refugees in Austin, Texas. • Grew up in a small Ukrainian village where American missionaries introduced him to Christ as a teenager • Served as worship leader in his Ukrainian church for 15 years before war forced his family to flee • Describes the traumatic experience of leaving everything behind with just an hour to pack • Arrived in the U.S. through the "Uniting for Ukraine" program with his wife an...
Steve Sanford, leader of Ethnos 360, shares his powerful journey of bringing the gospel to the previously uncontacted Joti tribe in South America, and how this isolated people group developed into a mature, evangelistic church community. • Growing up as a pastor's son, Steve developed a passion for reaching remote tribes • The Joti were one of the last uncontacted people groups in northern South America • Despite being feared as "the ha-ha people" who would spear outsiders, the Joti were act...
Dr. Todd Ahrend takes us deep into understanding the mission of God from Genesis to Revelation, revealing how we are called to prioritize reaching the 7,000 unreached people groups around the world with the gospel. • God's mission begins in Genesis 12 when He promises to make Abraham into a great nation that will bless all nations • Israel was meant to be God's "treasured possession," "kingdom of priests," and "holy nation" to show who God is to all nations • Where Israel failed in their mis...
Craig Bradley, founder of AO Lab, introduces the revolutionary Seed Bible platform that enables communities to create customizable, shareable digital Bible experiences with integrated multimedia content and collaborative features. • Creating digital Bibles that communities can fully own and customize • Building technology that works globally and offline through web-based solutions • Enabling "playlists" of scripture with integrated videos, links, and resources • Giving families tools to crea...
Nick Ripken shares his 30+ year missionary journey into the heart of persecution and suffering, confronting the profound question: Is Jesus worth it? His experiences in Somalia during civil war and the tragic loss of his son transformed his understanding of faith and led him to document the stories of persecuted believers worldwide. • Defining a true missionary as someone sent to engage those with little or no access to the gospel • Witnessing unimaginable suffering in Somalia while feeding ...
Joan shares her incredible journey of faith as she serves among unreached people groups in South Asia, highlighting the challenges, triumphs, and the spiritual battles encountered along the way. Her focus on empowering children as catalysts for community transformation underlines the deep compassion and love flowing through her mission work. • Joan's personal crisis amid health emergencies • The call to mission from an early age • Life-changing experiences in remote villages ...
This episode ignites a passionate conversation about bridging the gap between the mission force and mission field, highlighting collaborative efforts to reach unreached communities. Our guests share their inspiring journeys and innovative approaches that combine faith, skills, and community engagement for sustainable impact. • Discussing the vision of reaching unreached people groups • Introduction to Switchboard as a connector for skilled individuals • Julie’s journey from ...
The Season 4 kickoff episode features Maya, a missionary serving in Southeast Asia, who shares her journey from a comfortable upbringing to embracing a life dedicated to reaching unreached people groups. She discusses her cultural adjustments, the importance of building relationships in her new home, and the challenges of living out her faith in a foreign culture. • Maya’s background as a Chinese American raised in a strong Christian household • Awakening to the Great Commission ...
Join us on an inspiring journey as Amber and Clint Hudson, wrap up season three of the Unreached podcast, where we share remarkable stories of divine interventions among unreached communities. This episode spotlights Operation Christmas Child, whose shoebox gifts have opened doors to the gospel in remote regions. Hear heartwarming accounts of a child in Mongolia who wanted to thank Jesus, and Agnes, a Tanzanian teenager encouraged to spread the gospel, illustrating the incredible ripple effec...
Ever wondered how a simple shoebox can transform lives and open doors to new faith communities across the globe? Join us as Clint and Amber Hudson share the powerful story of Operation Christmas Child's mission to reach the unreached. In this episode, you'll hear from special guest David Thompson, who explains how these humble gifts serve as keys to unlocking gospel outreach in remote places, sparking a chain reaction of hope and church planting. Through the lens of the Barra people group, wi...
Join us on an extraordinary journey as we welcome back Peter Craig from Moving Works, a passionate storyteller and missionary with a heart for telling stories of God at work around the globe. Peter takes us from the bustling streets of Bamako to the remote villages of the Qaeda Malinke people, highlighting the transformative power of faith and collaboration over traditional strategies. His stories remind us of the profound impact faith can have in overcoming challenges and fostering spiritual...
After years of filmmaking in Hollywood, Peter Craig found himself at a crossroads where his passion for storytelling met God's calling. Join us as we explore Peter's remarkable journey from a Tinseltown screenwriter to the visionary force behind Moving Works, a ministry dedicated to creating films that honor God. Through a heartfelt conversation, Peter shares his experience of wrestling with personal ambitions that once overshadowed his devotion to following Jesus. Discover how he surrendered...
Join us as we reconnect with one of our favorite guests from Season 1, Kate! She is a passionate missionary who brings her unique insights from a year spent in a historically rich city near biblical sites. Through her experiences, we explore the beauty and complexity of the Arabic language, its profound role in religious contexts, and the vibrant culture she has immersed herself in. Kate's reflections on the growth of the local Christian community reveal a tapestry of hope and aspiration as s...
We are back with more amazing stories from our friend Jason Kuhlman (STUMO). We'll introduce you to "1040 Emma," whose unyielding dedication to college students in Tokyo exemplifies how passion and perseverance can overcome cultural barriers. Hear about the establishment of a long-term ministry at Texas State University, creating a legacy of faith and persistence that continues to inspire.In a tale that truly showcases divine timing, we'll recount an incredible story involving a rural farmer ...
A mountain village with no written language now reads Scripture, forms elders, resolves conflict biblically, and plans outreach to nearby villages. We share how literacy, translation, discipleship, and tested leadership turned an unreached people into a sending church. • creating an alphabet and literacy from field linguistics • translating Scripture and building a full curriculum • Junior and Jess’s conversion and contagious witness • joy and sorrow as fuel for mission • women launching and...
