On this week's episode of Cloud of Witnesses, you’ll hear part two of the missionary story featuring Larry and Nancy Allen, faithful ABWE missionaries who served in Bangladesh and later in the Philippines. In the first episode, we journeyed with them through their years of ministry in Bangladesh—learning about their heart for discipleship, the challenges of cross-cultural life, and their deep commitment to serving others with the love of Christ.

Cloud of Witnesses is a production of ABWE. ABWE is a global family of ministries sharing Christ, planting churches, and training Christian leaders in more than 80 countries. After nearly 100 years, ABWE is continuing to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. You can help us advance the kingdom for the next 100 years and beyond by supporting the mission through the Global Gospel Fund. Learn more at abwe.org/cloud.

Alex Kocman sits down with R. Davis Younts, a Christian attorney and former Air Force JAG, to talk about faith colliding with culture. Younts describes his path from law school to fighting for religious liberty in the military, warning that America’s supposed freedom of faith is eroding under secular humanism posing as neutrality. Davis argues that Christians can’t hide behind comfort or politeness—every law comes from a moral code, and believers have a duty to live and legislate like that’s true. Reacting to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Younts calls it more than politics—it’s a spiritual war, a clash between the worship of God and the worship of man. Together, they dismantle the “stay out of politics” mindset, urging Christians to see activism as mission work. They reject the idea that the gospel and public life can be separated: truth offends—but it also saves. Christians must train now to stand firm later—financially, morally, spiritually. The world doesn’t need more nice believers; it needs missionaries with the heart of activists and activists with the heart of missionaries, ready to fight darkness with conviction, not compliance.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

On this week's episode of Cloud of Witnesses, you’ll hear the first of a two-part story featuring Larry and Nancy Allen, faithful ABWE missionaries who served in Bangladesh and later in the Philippines. From navigating the challenges of cross-cultural ministry to witnessing the transformative power of the Gospel, their journey is one marked by obedience, endurance, and deep compassion for the people they were called to serve. Join us as we explore their remarkable testimony of God’s faithfulness across continents and decades of ministry.

Cloud of Witnesses is a production of ABWE. ABWE is a global family of ministries sharing Christ, planting churches, and training Christian leaders in more than 80 countries. After nearly 100 years, ABWE is continuing to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. You can help us advance the kingdom for the next 100 years and beyond by supporting the mission through the Global Gospel Fund. Learn more at abwe.org/cloud.

On this week’s episode of Cloud of Witnesses, we hear from missionary George Collins, who—alongside his wife, Debi—faithfully served in Bangladesh before founding GAP Ministries, which later became Live Global, an ABWE ministry. While working alongside national partners, George recognized a vital need: to better connect and equip national Christian leaders with the communication, encouragement, and resources necessary to strengthen their ministries.

Cloud of Witnesses is a production of ABWE. ABWE is a global family of ministries sharing Christ, planting churches, and training Christian leaders in more than 80 countries. After nearly 100 years, ABWE is continuing to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. You can help us advance the kingdom for the next 100 years and beyond by supporting the mission through the Global Gospel Fund. Learn more at abwe.org/cloud.

Charlie Kirk was a political activist, but more importantly, he was an evangelist. His faith often brought him into conflict with the culture around him and that conflict came to a head on September 10th when he was politically assassinated on a college campus. As Christians, we can learn valuable lessons from the way that Charlie Kirk passionately debated and fought for biblical truths. No matter your political stance, violence of this kind cannot continue. We must stand for what the Bible teaches us, to love our neighbor, to spread the gospel, to care for the moral good of others, and seek righteousness.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

On this week’s episode of Cloud of Witnesses, we hear the inspiring story of missionary Ralph Poulson. Alongside his wife, Margie, Ralph dedicated his life to church planting among unreached tribes in the Amazon, serving with ABWE in Brazil. Their journey took them from the Port of Two Brothers deep in the jungle to Benjamin Constant and, ultimately, to leading a seminary in Natal, Brazil. Join us as we explore their incredible legacy of faith and service.

Cloud of Witnesses is a production of ABWE. ABWE is a global family of ministries sharing Christ, planting churches, and training Christian leaders in more than 80 countries. After nearly 100 years, ABWE is continuing to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. You can help us advance the kingdom for the next 100 years and beyond by supporting the mission through the Global Gospel Fund. Learn more at abwe.org/cloud.

On this week’s episode of Cloud of Witnesses, we continue the remarkable story of Bob and Lynne Trout. In part one, we followed their faithful service across South America—in Peru, Paraguay, and Colombia—where they shared the gospel and witnessed God’s transforming work in the lives of those they served.

In part two, we explore the next chapter of their journey: their continued ministry in South America and their transition to serving stateside with ABWE. From developing the member care program to leading the ambassador ministry, the Trouts have remained committed to encouraging and supporting missionaries long after their time on the field.

Cloud of Witnesses is a production of ABWE. ABWE is a global family of ministries sharing Christ, planting churches, and training Christian leaders in more than 80 countries. After nearly 100 years, ABWE is continuing to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. You can help us advance the kingdom for the next 100 years and beyond by supporting the mission through the Global Gospel Fund. Learn more at abwe.org/cloud.

On this week’s episode of Cloud of Witnesses, we begin the first of a two-part story highlighting the faithful ministry of Bob and Lynne Trout. Serving with ABWE across South America—in Peru, Paraguay, and Colombia—the Trouts dedicated their lives to sharing the Gospel and building up the Church. After decades on the field, they returned to the United States, where their calling continued as they helped develop ABWE’s member care program and played a vital role in strengthening the ambassador ministry, supporting and honoring retired missionaries.

Cloud of Witnesses is a production of ABWE. ABWE is a global family of ministries sharing Christ, planting churches, and training Christian leaders in more than 80 countries. After nearly 100 years, ABWE is continuing to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. You can help us advance the kingdom for the next 100 years and beyond by supporting the mission through the Global Gospel Fund. Learn more at abwe.org/cloud.

Everyone is told to have empathy for one another. But when does empathy go wrong? Joe Rigney and Allie Beth Stuckey have recently asked this question. How are we supposed to empathize with others when it is contrary to God’s purposes? Before we climb into the proverbial pit with someone else, it is important to remember what the Bible says about empathy, sympathy, and compassion.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.

Jon Harris joins The World View with Alex Kocman to take on modern ideological beliefs and how ideologies on both sides of the aisle are harming our Christian witness. Together they also discuss how to approach individuals who are radicalizing themselves with dangerous ideologies. Jon Harris is a podcaster, author, musician, and political thinker. Find his new book, Against the Waves: Christian Order in a Liberal Age online. He hosts the podcast Conversations That Matter.

The World View is opinion show offering a mission-driven view of the world from a biblical worldview. The views of the host do not necessarily reflect the views of ABWE but represent an effort to channel a biblical approach to culture and mission that is consistent with ABWE’s doctrine and values.

Learn more about us at abwe.org.