Holding the Rope

Translating the Word to the World: A Conversation with Bill Fennell of Worldview Ministries


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In this episode of Holding the Rope, Trent Granger is joined by Bill Fennell, the Executive Director of Worldview Ministries—a missions organization dedicated to translating the Bible into the heart languages of people groups who still have no Scripture.


You’ll hear:

  • Bill’s personal story of salvation and calling into ministry

  • How Worldview Ministries began and why Bible translation is still a vital, frontline mission

  • The process of translation—from initial contact to final printed copies

  • Stories of people receiving the Word of God in their language for the very first time

  • The spiritual and logistical challenges of working in unreached regions

  • How churches and individuals can be part of this mission today


This episode will stir your heart and help you see Bible translation not as a technical task, but as a deeply spiritual work that transforms lives and communities forever.


🌍 Learn more: https://goworldview.org


🙏 How You Can Hold the Rope:

  • Pray for unreached people groups who are still waiting for the Bible in their language

  • Give toward the cost of translation, training, and printing

  • Share this episode with your church, small group, or missions team

  • Stay informed and keep the work of Bible translation in your regular prayer life


Episode Highlights:

00:00 – Intro

02:15 – Bill’s salvation testimony

05:20 – The origins of Worldview Ministries

09:45 – Why Bible translation still matters

15:10 – What it takes to start a new translation

20:30 – A powerful testimony from the field

26:45 – How to partner with Worldview

30:00 – Final challenge and encouragement

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Holding the RopeBy Trent Granger