Bible League International // The Word in Action Podcast

As the Scriptures say, “How wonderful it is to see someone coming to tell good news!” (Romans 10:15 ERV).  For some people in Peru, they’ve never seen the person coming to tell the Good News.  Not because there are no Christians to share the Gospel—but because many live in secluded, remote areas.  To reach these people, one must literally climb mountains.  So that’s exactly what Bible League-trained Christians started to do.  In this episode of the Action Podcast, you’ll hear about Peru’s Bicentennial Campaign to reach 1 million people with the Gospel of John, including stories of people climbing four hours to share the story of Jesus.  It’s amazing the incredible lengths believers are traveling to share the Good News in Peru!   For more stories on God’s faithfulness in action, like and subscribe today!

God did not intend for His Word to be difficult.  But the Good News is hard to understand for many of the people we serve.  They are among the poorest and least educated in the world, often living in remote villages or under‐developed urban centers.  Many have never known or even heard of Jesus Christ.  These are the people who need the hope of the Gospel, who need to understand God’s love for them, so that they can believe.  That is why Bible League International’s easy‐to‐read Bible translations, written in everyday language, are so important.   Join host Michael Woolworth and his guests, Brian McLemore, Alex Oliveros and Dr. Yancy Smith, in this 20-minute Action Podcast to learn how Bible League's Bible Translation work is making the Bible accessible around the world.  Part 2 of a two-part podcast series. 

God did not intend for His Word to be difficult.  But the Good News is hard to understand for many of the people we serve.  They are among the poorest and least educated in the world, often living in remote villages or under‐developed urban centers.  Many have never known or even heard of Jesus Christ.  These are the people who need the hope of the Gospel, who need to understand God’s love for them, so that they can believe.  That is why Bible League International’s easy‐to‐read Bible translations, written in everyday language, are so important.   Join host Michael Woolworth and his guests, Brian McLemore, Alex Oliveros and Dr. Yancy Smith, in this 20-minute Action Podcast to learn how Bible League's Translation Services are making the Bible accessible around the world.  Part 1 of a two-part podcast series. 

Nepal, in south Asia, is home to Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak situated in the Himalayan Mountains. The prevalence of Hinduism and the influence of communism within the country means stiff opposition to Gospel evangelism. In fact, new anti-conversion laws make it difficult for Christians to share that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. Despite these challenges, the Church is blossoming. Bible League International programs are vital to this growth as you’ll hear from host Michael Woolworth and his guest, Ram Hari (last name withheld for security reasons) in this 17-minute Action Podcast.

Bangladesh, located in south Asia, is one of the world’s most populated countries.  Living in this Muslim-majority nation, Christians are a small minority and often face persecution for their faith in Jesus Christ.  A major obstacle is lack of training in evangelism and discipleship, and many Bangladeshi believers face poverty and illiteracy.  But in spite of these factors, host Michael Woolworth and his guest, Phelip (last name withheld for security purposes), share that Christians are boldly proclaiming Christ and that Bible League International programs are helping to foster Church growth, both in big cities and remote areas.   Invite a friend to listen to this encouraging 17-minute Action Podcast.   

With more than 54 million people, Kenya is among the most populated countries in Africa.  It's bordered by South Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia, Uganda, Tanzania and the Indian Ocean.   The location of Kenya is strategic to the ministry of Bible League International and provides openings to unreached tribes, such as the well-known Maasai.  Host Michael Woolworth is joined by his guest, Pastor Joel of Kitale, Kenya, who shares how the Gospel is changing lives in his native country, where the majority of its people identify as Christians.  Be encouraged as you tune in to this fifteen-minute Action Podcast on all things Kenya.         

Indonesia is the largest island nation in the world.  Located in southeast Asia, it's also the world's most populous Muslim-majority country with nearly 270 million people.  "Indonesia and its people are absolutely beautiful and kind," says host Michael Woolworth of Bible League International, who traveled there in 2020 with four U.S. radio hosts.   From visits to bustling cities and remote villages, the group met with Christians who live out their faith with boldness and great joy despite great challenges.  "I couldn't wait to get back to share how the Gospel is changing lives in Indonesia," concluded Bob Burney of WRFD Radio in Columbus, Ohio.   Join us for this Action Podcast.  No passport needed and no jetlag, we promise.    

India is the second most populated country in the world with 1.3 billion people, and it's the land of the late independence leader, Mahatma Gandhi.  Eighty percent of the population follows Hinduism.  Persecution against Christians grows stronger daily throughout India.  But facing hostility hasn't silenced them.  Instead, as host Michael Woolworth and his guest, Subish (last name withheld for security purposes), discuss, believers stand ready to boldly share the hope found only in Jesus Christ.  You'll be encouraged to hear how Bible League International programs are equipping Christians with Bibles and training.  And in return, growing their faith and inspiring them to engage people in God's Word.  

Latin America is quickly becoming one of the world's centers of Christianity.  In countries like Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Venezuela and others, the evangelical Church is growing and thriving.  And this in spite of extreme violence, poverty, remoteness and the influence of traditional religion.  Join host Michael Woolworth and his guest, Rafael (last name withheld for security purposes), as they talk about how Bible League International is helping to bring God's Word to this vibrant part of the globe.  

Ministry can happen in difficult places, even in jails and prisons.  An important part of Bible League International's ministry here in America is serving inmates.  This includes leading inmates to Jesus Christ, discipling them in their new faith, and training them to reach others.  Join host Michael Woolworth and his guest, Harold Trujillo, as they talk about the remarkable success of a pilot program aimed at seeing the Great Commission realized in Chicago's Cook County Jail and in correctional facilities around the U.S.