Prayer is the greatest resource among Christians. It has a way of preparing the way of the Lord. It is not the only thing Christians should be doing, but it may be the most important thing we can be doing. The Gospel of Luke tells us that there was a prophetess by the name of Anna. When we are introduced to her she is already very old, a widow. We are told that she never left the temple but worshiped there night and day, fasting and praying. As I examine the prayer life of th

Missionary Larry Doyle oversees the Solos Bible translation effort in Buka Island, part of the Bougainville Autonomous Region in Papua New Guinea. Most of his work is long-distance from his home in Ukarumpa. Computer work in a rented office may not seem glamorous, but these behind-the-scenes efforts are vital to the longevity of the Solos translation project. For example, in November, Larry completed the Solos Dialect Survey. This will help with spelling and many other elemen

"When we translate the Bible, it will hit you like a spear. You will feel the words. They feel like the Truth. You will understand and know it." -Wesley Kurang, Notsi translator After 39 years of translation work, the Notsi people of New Ireland, Papua New Guinea, celebrated receiving the New Testament in their heart language. Please continue praying for the Doyle family in Papua New Guinea and their work with the Solos Bible translation teams.

Dr. Jim Lo and Chairman Joe Trussell enjoyed visiting Ecuador during their recent exploratory trip. Doug and Bridgette Wallace have hearts of love for the Waodani, and they were able to introduce Dr. Jim and Pastor Joe to some wonderful brothers and sisters in Christ. In part because there is such a strong Christian presence there already connected with other mission organizations, the World Mission Board has decided not to pursue this ministry at this time. We are looking fo

For the last two years, safety concerns led to canceling the annual convention in Ghana. This is a time meant to encourage and strengthen the 7 village churches. But, at the end of last year they were able to hold their convention at the Ducie church, Dec. 30, 2025—Jan 1, 2026. The theme for the event was Building a Spiritually Strong and Self-Sustaining Ministry. Activities included worship, sermons, panel discussions, leadership and discipleship sessions, and a health sessi

Imagine a building site. The neighbors watch excitedly as machines dig a hole and concrete is poured for a solid foundation. But soon their excitement turns to confusion. Workers keep coming to add on to the foundation. There are no plumbers or electricians or framers. No walls are added, only more cement for the foundation. The efforts never grow to be a blessing to others if they are left at this phase. When Christians share the gospel with a people group, a foundation of b