While exploring new opportunities in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Jake and his Congolese friend unexpectedly find themselves thrown in jail. Word quickly spreads throughout the region—a missionary imprisoned without cause. The news reaches the ears of a traditional emperor, who steps in to intervene. What follows is an incredible unfolding of events that opens doors for the Kingdom on multiple levels and across several nations. Don’t miss this powerful story as Jacob Schwertfeger shares his firsthand experience.

These days, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is definitely one of the tougher places to work. But even with all the day-to-day difficulties, the Gospel is moving forward in powerful ways. God has opened doors through traditional leaders, making it possible to reach local communities like never before. Check out this recent story from the DRC, shared by our Zambian missionary and country director, Saviour Kaonga.

The once-overlooked Muhakaona tribe is now hearing the Gospel, and in less than a year, a Christian community has already started growing from within. This is a people who traditionally sacrifice a lamb for resolutions in major life circumstances —now they’re learning about the Lamb of God who came to fulfill it all, even for the Muhakaona!

What does missions work look like from the U.S.? How can you make a global impact from one location? Listen as Erica shares how her heart was transformed through obedience and willingness - from traveling to Zambia to serving at Overland Missions’ World Headquarters.

A nurse takes the courageous step of sharing the Gospel with a young man struggling with a severe mental condition. This small yet impactful gesture ultimately transforms the man's life in a profound way. Cristos went from a hospital bed to serving in full-time missionary work in the Middle East. Don’t miss the full testimony in this episode of Gospel and Grit.

In high-security nations, our missionaries continue to share the Gospel with individuals who have yet to learn about or experience our Savior. Elijah DeMarco shares a remarkable testimony of a Muslim in the Middle East who meets Jesus in an alley behind a local restaurant, resulting in a profound transformation through a single encounter with the love and the presence of God. Be sure to listen to the full story!

The chaplaincy program has been impacting Zambia in a profound way in the last years. It has turned into a move of God that has spread to many other nations already. But what does it mean to be a chaplain, and how can one bring a change to an area through this position? Hear a beautiful testimony of a chaplain who stood up for his chief in the midst of accusations. Tune in as we get to hear the full story from Oscar.

In Vietnam, an individual is employed to target and persecute the local Christian community. However, he becomes bewildered by the compassion exhibited by those he is harming and resolves to explore the essence of Christianity. Discover the man's journey as Jacob Deal, the country director for Vietnam, shares it on this episode of Gospel and Grit.

The only Christian in a witchcraft ruling area in Madagascar receives a dream to lead a group of foreign expeditioners to his area. The group goes and shares the Gospel, and God begins working miracles among the people, confirming His word and His deity. Hear the full miraculous story as Micah shares it with us in this episode of Gospel and Grit.

Deep in the Amazon of Brazil, a man has a dream about getting baptised. This dream ends up not only changing his life but also the whole community. Hear the full story on how all of this unfolded in collaboration with our missionaries as the country director of Brazil, Derek Province, shares it with us.