Women process trauma through IMB ministry in Eastern Europe
How did Daniel of the Bible find contentment living in exile? Jesus healed a blind man; why didn't He heal His best friend, Lazarus?
Hispanic volunteers share a story that changes lives
SOUTHEAST ASIA (BP) – “We did not go to work. We went to see God at work, and praise God that He used us beyond what we could do for His glory,” Annel Robayna said.
Central Asia believer ministers in Prague
Nazira is a second-generation Christian from Central Asia. Her mother was the first believer in their family and reminds Nazira of the apostle Paul. Her mother is known for her faith, her deep study of the Bible and her passion for evangelism.
IMB directors publish ‘Unreadable: Another Book You Probably Won’t Read’
RICHMOND, Va. (BP) -- His body sways slightly with the stopping and starting of the metro. One hand grips the rail, and the other holds his phone. He’s watching a video on YouTube about the relevance of faith in today’s world and common misconceptions about Christianity.
Education consultants serve families devoted to missionary task
Meeting needs and supporting families are some of the most rewarding parts of missionary kid education, according to Doreen, the IMB’s director of education for MKs (also called TCKs or third culture kids). The goal of education is supporting IMB families so they can thrive as a family and in the ministry God has called them to, Doreen said.
Into the jungle: Explorers search for isolated people groups
“Our small Cessna bobbled lower and lower until its wheels made contact with the gravel runway, slicing through its many puddles,” Devon Faulkner wrote in a blog entry. After deplaning, Faulkner and his partner walked off the landing strip and into the jungle.
Language learning crucial for Gospel access
TOKYO (BP) -- Jane Hwang's eyes scanned the list of cities. The last job, for student ministry in Tokyo, caught her attention. In the job description, she noted the lack of hope and knowledge of eternal life among the Japanese, and she felt the Lord was leading her to serve in Japan.
From NFL and NASCAR to a boxing gym in Germany, IMB couple forges genuine friendships
FRANKFURT, Germany (BP) – "That's the first time anybody allowed me to ask a question," Fredrik remarked, surprised.
Olympic digital responders needed
PARIS (BP) – In front of an Olympic venue, her phone camera hovers over the Olympic pin. The link appears and she selects her language, scans the landing page, and then decides she’d like to chat live with someone. Hesitatingly, she types “Hello” and waits.
Global missionary partners advance Gospel in Colombia
Laura Martinez’s letter to her supporters in Mexico is reminiscent of New Testament letters. Recently, she wrote about adapting quickly to the culture, climate, geography and gastronomy of Colombia. She enumerated the differences in seasons and interpretations of certain Spanish words, and she was pleasantly surprised the quality of water in Colombia is higher than where she’s from in Mexico.
