Stories of Faith in Central Asia
Alani* works with SIM Central Asia missions as the Prayer Coordinator. This region is hungry for the gospel—according to the Joshua Project, 96.4% of the Central Asia population is considered unreached. “There’s a lot of different things happening in Central…
How Can I Minister to Muslim Immigrants?
After graduating from college, Fletcher began his journey to Sudan to serve in Christian ministry. It was there that he met Eva, who would later become his wife. Fluent in Arabic, Eva played a crucial role in helping Fletcher learn…
A Heart for Missions in the Middle East: Mackenzie’s Story
When Mackenzie boarded the plane to visit her missionary friend in a Middle Eastern country, she expected an adventure filled with sightseeing, new foods, cultural exploration, and a glimpse into her friend’s new life. She never anticipated how deeply the…
Do I Need a College Degree to be a Missionary?
When Josh and Karen began searching for a mission organization to partner with as global workers, their journey hit a discouraging roadblock. Some organizations mandated that long-term missionaries hold bachelor’s degrees. Josh and Karen didn’t have college degrees; still, they…
Encountered by A God Who Is Just: Laila’s Story
Ben and Sarah worked with international students at universities in Southeast Asia. Students come from all over the world to study in this region, and many come from countries in the 1040 Window. Also known as “The Resistance Belt,” the…
Finstads’ Faith Journey – April 2023
The Word of the Lord is right and true, we can trust everything He does. Psalm 33:4 In a month and a half, we'll be getting on a plane to make our way back to the US for our year-long…