Skin in the game
Pushing through like tender shoots
From Foe to Follower
The following story is told by our Faithful Witness team leader in Central Asia: Among our small but growing community of Jesus-followers, Alina* was having a very difficult time. She’d…
Peace of Mind
In the rural villages of central Africa, Ann learned people are desperate for peace of mind. Ann is one of several missionaries taking part in SIM’s Faithful Witness Initiative, which…
A Missional Legacy
Luke and Laura appear on the computer screen for our Zoom call, a toddler smiling toothily from Laura’s lap. Their other three children play in the background. It is a…
Difficult does not mean impossible
SIM’s Faithful Witness project works in partnership with multiple ministry initiatives and denominations in unreached communities around the world, to bring the gospel to those who are living and dying…
From So-and-So to Somebody
For ages, they have orbited the villages of Nigeria seeking respite for their animals. They have sheltered on the outskirts, far removed from the social rhythms of local community. And…
Motherhood in missions
Seeking the Father’s heart for mothers in ministry When Selam* was a newlywed, full-time missions work was simpler. She and husband Dejen* could travel at a moment’s notice. They slept…
Revisions Measuring Success on God’s Terms
Jesus urged his followers to accept their calling as messengers of the gospel without using analytic language. Scripture makes no reference to his request for an impact study or bar…