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Fearless Love: God’s Heart for the Muslim World

Fearless Love in the Midst of Terror: God's Heart for the Muslim World Despite differing perspectives between Muslims and Christians, the love of Christ opens doors to shared understanding and an opportunity to connect. Making friends with Muslims is a memorable experience! What do Christians have in common with Muslims?

King Solomon’s Pursuit of Happiness

In our relentless pursuit of happiness, we often chase after conventional markers of success—a high-paying job, a picture-perfect family, social connections, and religious affiliations. However, what if we've been looking in all the wrong places? What Is the Secret of Successful Living? King Solomon, renowned for his wealth, wisdom, and

Name your Own Price Christian Book Store

Spirit of Martyrdom International has a Unique, Name Your Own Price, Christian Book Store! Discover a Christian book retailer with no set prices, so feel free to name your price. Our ministry focuses on serving the Church at risk and supporting believers in restricted nations who are persecuted for their faith. In

2023-08-24T17:34:05-07:00Categories: Update|

Who is Author, Adventurer, and Missionary David Witt?

From a distance, David Witt is the CEO of SOM International. The organization's purpose is "Internationally Serving Leaders who Risk Much for Jesus." David has served the Persecuted and Underground Church for 25 years and has traveled to 55 countries, sharing the love of Christ.  One strength of David Witt is his high-intensity development

The Perilous Missionary Adventures of Russell Stendal

Russell Stendal wrote three books sharing how he overcame great danger and adversity while reaching out to the people of Colombia. Rescue the Captors ...tells the story of his guerrilla kidnapping and 5-month captivity in the jungles of Colombia, South America. Russell Stendal was a jungle pilot, and the Marxist

2023-07-12T12:07:36-07:00Categories: Author, Latin America, South America, Venezuela|

Off-Grid Adventures: Delivering Portable Water Treatment Systems

My father told me the story of Moses praying over the mountain with his hands lifted up while Joshua and the people of Israel fought against their enemies. By telling the story he shared an example of how the body of Christ should operate (Exodus 17:11-13).  My father reminded our

Is the Jubilee Bible a Good Translation?

Russell Stendal Answers the Question, "Is the Jubilee Bible a Good Translation?"... By Russell Stendal... Jubilee Bible Prioritizes Context and Spirit of Truth... Many years ago, I was given a copy of an old Spanish Bible translated in the heat and enthusiasm of the Reformation—which was brutally put down in

Fertilizing Discipleship

Fertilizer and Discipleship? The Holy Spirit gives us wisdom in discipleship, and sometimes we see the humor in the understanding. Who would guess that fertilizer in Northwest Africa plays a crucial role in ministry? Dirt mixed with organics and manure? What's the value? Yet nearly 70 percent of all Northwest

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 one instance, SOM Mexico Director overcame a close call in which his plane went into an uncontrolled tailspin. He gives God glory for avoiding a certain death and

First Shipments of Piaroa Bibles Arrive in Venezuela

Anticipation has been building in Venezuela for many months amidst the Piaroa Tribe. After working for 25 years, a Bible translator has recently completed the entire Bible, and the first shipment of Bibles are finally being distributed.    Transporting these Bibles over the dangerous, muddy, and drenched roads is no

21st Class of India Students Graduate with Gladness

Students take an Oath to Gladly Surrender Everything to Jesus... Praise God, the 21st class of students in India commissioned out from twenty-two church planting schools and sewing discipleship schools in November 2021. Excitement and enthusiasm filled the 869 students as they looked to the opportunity to reach out and

Bangladeshi 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 as my Savior. My husband is a church planter graduate from SOM Bangladesh.  In April 2020, my husband explained to me how I could learn about Jesus as

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 Continues to Intensify. We are all delighted to be able to place highly sought-after books and Bibles into the hands of those who are desperately seeking God with

God’s Goats in Bangladesh Gain Ground

Often, the Image of the Goat Gets a Bad Rap... If a player causes their team to lose a game, he is considered the “goat.” Jesus divides the sheep, and the goats in Matthew 25, referencing goats as evildoers. Why Use a Good Goat? To the church planting network in

The Miraculous Gift of a Bicycle for a Church Planter in India

Testimony of a Church Planter in India... I thank the Lord for His call upon my life during this global pandemic crisis. Due to the reduction of our work hours, I am experiencing much pressure to help our family survive. To make a living, I walk or take local transportation

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

Brinkman Adventures Audio Series – Featuring Russell Stendal

Brinkman Adventures Audio Dramatization Series Featuring Russell Stendal Captured in Colombia... 1 Minute Sample... Brinkman Adventures Season 8 features 2 exciting episodes that will take you on an adventure through the jungles of Colombia with Russell Stendal. Russell was kidnapped by guerillas for 142 days.

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