God is truly at work on the continent of Africa. Organizations like Pew and Barna Research will tell us that this one of the world's regions where Christianity is spreading and growing in the greatest numbers, not only among adults but also children and young people. It's happening through Christians like Salome, who founded a school near Nairobi, Kenya, to teach at-risk children, often part of single-parent households and influenced by violence and rebellious peers, and to point them to the hop...
Jul 01, 2025•15 min
Sri Lanka is the teardrop-shaped island nation in the Indian Ocean in South Asia. Seven of 10 Sri Lankans identify as Buddhists, and other prominent religious affiliations include Hinduism and Islam. In the aftermath of the country's civil war that claimed thousands of lives, people are looking for real answers to life's challenges. And even though the Christian community makes up only a small percentage of the country's population of 22 million, God is truly at work through Bible League program...
Jun 01, 2025•25 min
The nation of Egypt with its storied history often conjures up images of pyramids and pharaohs. There's certainly a need to witness in terms of the historic icons that represent this Arab nation in the Middle East. And with the influence of the Islamic religion dating back thousands of years. But as host Michael Woolworth discovered, God is truly at work here through the admirable lives of Christians encountered by his colleague, Anton deVreugd, who traveled recently to Egypt. Anton saw many liv...
May 01, 2025•20 min
We always pray that the ministry of Bible League International will bear much fruit all over the world in making much of our gracious God and in building His Church with new and growing disciples. In places like Africa, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East, we give thanks as we see a moderate amount of growth every year. But in recent years, we've witnessed incredible growth in people reached with the Gospel in The Philippines. On this episode, Thony Ronaldo, BLI's Regional Director of East...
Apr 01, 2025•27 min
In the strongly Hindu nation of India, a Christian can be thrown in jail simply for telling others about Jesus. Despite this persecution, bold believers like Chandan are feeling the undeniable pull of God's love to point their family, friends and neighbors to the hope of the Gospel. Join host Michael Woolworth and his colleague, Bobby (last name withheld for security reasons), to hear the incredible path of Chandan from fearful to fearless. She grew up as a devout follower of the Jain religion a...
Mar 01, 2025•16 min
When you think of Bible League International, you likely imagine our work in regions like Asia, Africa, Latin America or the Middle East. But we also enjoy a robust ministry right here in the United States. Elsewhere in the world -- through familiar programs like Project Philip, Bible-based Literacy and Church Planter Training -- our aim is to introduce people to the hope of the Gospel, to disciple them as new followers of Jesus Christ, and to train them to share their faith in order to see the ...
Feb 01, 2025•26 min
Lee Carter and Rob Bullock, members of Bible League International's executive leadership team, join host Michael Woolworth to review ministry accomplishments in 2024. And they'll look ahead to new opportunities in 2025, from releasing new Easy-to-Read Bibles to serving countries once closed to the Gospel. Expect to hear some amazing stories of transformation. Prayer is offered at the end to thank God for His blessings over the past twelve months and to ask for His leading in the year ahead, whic...
Jan 01, 2025•31 min
From the bustling capital of Managua to the small barrios dotting the rural landscape, the Gospel is taking grip all over the country of Nicaragua in central America. Pastor Alvaro and his wife, Miriam, have dedicated themselves to reaching some of the poorest families with children in the rainforest of the Masaya region. Others are joining in and the Church is growing even under the influence of traditional religion and witchcraft. Guests Anton and Jason join host Michael Woolworth to talk abou...
Dec 01, 2024•21 min
People around the world are craving God's Word and that's especially true even in Africa where pagan beliefs and practices have defined the continent for hundreds of years. Today's episode includes it all... fierce opposition to planting a church, mysterious deaths in a village where witchcraft is dominant, severe drought, and God at work in the midst of it all. Guests Jennifer Macharia and Kellyn Amodeo, join host Michael Woolworth to relive their recent trip to Zambia. Subscribe today and invi...
Nov 01, 2024•25 min
Malaysia is one the world's largest Muslim-majority countries, and there's many people living in bustling cities and remote villages who follow pagan beliefs and practices. But enter God, who was pleased to bring revival to the Kelabit tribe in the community of Borneo deep in the jungles of Malaysia some 50 years ago. Nick Catley and Jason Lauthers of Bible League International visited this Southeast Asia country earlier this year and they join host Michael Woolworth to share their experiences i...
Sep 19, 2024•21 min
In more than 50 countries around the world, God is at work through the programs of Bible League International to touch and transform lives everywhere. Consider the pastor who planted 11 churches deep in the Amazon jungle where people heard the name of Jesus for the very first time. Or the young believer in Thailand rejected by her family but who would lead dozens to Christ. And the former witchdoctor who now leads Bible studies in her remote African village. Quality content is critical to pointi...
Sep 01, 2024•25 min
Sharing your Christian faith with others in India can get you thrown in jail. In the world's most populous country, the party in power has stated that there's no room for Christianity in its Hindu nation and has passed anti-conversion laws to discourage evangelism. In spite of this opposition, believers in India are living out who they are in Jesus even when it means giving up rights, privileges and a comfortable life. Pastor Mahesh became a believer and was shunned by his family, forced into ho...
Aug 01, 2024•20 min
Conflict, suffering, and loss have defined the Middle East for thousands of years, as evidenced by the current Israel/Hamas conflict. And Christians are often persecuted by governments and the majority religion simply for believing that Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. But God is at work in this region through His faithful followers and Bible League International. Join host Michael Woolworth and his guest, Kareem (last name withheld for security reasons) for a captivating discussion on...
Jul 01, 2024•31 min
The cornerstone of Bible League International's global ministry is creating Philips, named after the evangelist, who in Acts 8, leads the Ethiopian to Christ. You'll also get to hear about staff from Bible League who recently visited the Philippines and saw God at work through our programs, including Project Philip Bible studies. Guests Deanna and Debbie join host Michael Woolworth and share about meeting a pastor who ministers in hard-to-reach places using his motorcycle. Another who raises you...
Jun 01, 2024•21 min
Ten years ago, Bible League International (BLI) and Prison Fellowship International (PFI) joined together to minister around the US and the world to those in prison, their families and even those they've offended. The result is that hundreds of thousands have been impacted by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Andy Corley and Jos Snoep each serves as President and CEO of their respective organizations, PFI and BLI, and they recently sat down to recall the first ten years of this precious partnership. Y...
May 01, 2024•41 min
Bosco suffered a terrible tragedy as a child when his parents were murdered in a conflict within the country of Burundi, Africa. Throughout his teenage years, he lived with unforgiveness and rage, even wanting to take revenge on his family's killers, but God transformed Bosco's life and brought him peace after he heard the Gospel preached in a church he visited. Today, Bosco leads Igniting Communities for Jesus (ICJ), a partner of Bible League International, that creates brighter tomorrows for t...
Apr 01, 2024•22 min
Henri was dedicated as a child by parents to serve the family's idol. After engaging in demon worship and life as a cattle robber, he became a believer after a life-changing encounter with a Christian in the island nation of Madagascar, Africa. In addition, the former witchdoctor who knew no peace received his very first Bible. And a Bible study from Bible League International helps lead a group of villagers living steeped in spiritual darkness to the wonderful Light of the Gospel. These amazing...
Feb 12, 2024•20 min
Even the most broken lives can be restored and made whole when women in recovery are engaged in God's Word. The Lord is transforming lives around the world and that's especially true in Hong Kong through a Bible League International program that ministers to women battling drug addiction. Candy lost her father when she was young, and her mother was mostly absent from the home. This led to a life of rebellion, drug and alcohol abuse, and time spent incarcerated as an adult. Through love and care ...
Jan 17, 2024•15 min
When you seat the Chairman of the Board, CEO and Executive Vice President in a studio together, the conversation is likely to be lively. Today, host Michael Woolworth welcomes Dan Chapman, grandson of Bible League founders William and Betty Chapman, along with Jos Snoep and Rob Bullock. Together, this trio will share the air of excitement, and yet the rest in the Lord, they experienced at a recent gathering of staff and partners in Bangkok, Thailand. They'll also look back on the blessings of 20...
Jan 01, 2024•22 min
Pastor Jakkarao's village in southern India is dotted by mango, tamarind and coconut trees. It's also filled with orphans, widows and people in severe need. He, his family, and his congregation work tirelessly to serve the needs of the Koya tribe and to point them to the hope of the Gospel with help from Bible League International. As Pastor Jakkarao's story unfolds, you'll learn that his father, as a young man, was taunted by users of black magic, how new believers were baptized in an unconvent...
Dec 01, 2023•19 min
We know that the Gospel of Jesus Christ can change an individual's heart, but we don't often think about how the Good News can transform entire communities. In the Gauteng Province of South Africa, government school students live without any knowledge of the Bible and its teachings. As a result, schools experience teen pregnancies, drug and alcohol abuse, gang violence, and even the use of witchcraft in classrooms. But through Pastor Thokozani Tshabalala and his use of Bible League materials in ...
Sep 26, 2023•15 min
Lorijane was born with one leg shorter than the other. She was bullied by other children, her parents divorced, and she wanted to end her life. But her disability and circumstances did not define her. God did, and He showed Lorijane her incredible worth and gave her the gift of caring for others in one of the world's poorest areas. Today, she ministers six days a week in the Mindanao region of The Philippines, traveling by foot, horse and on the back of a motor scooter. Host Michael Woolworth is...
Sep 21, 2023•19 min
This month, we're re-airing one of our most popular podcasts from December 2022. Our prayer is that you'll enjoy it again, or for the first time. Imagine being a child only 3 or 4 years of age and dropped off with your siblings at an orphanage by your own parents. You would never see your mother again. One would think that this pain and rejection could easily ruin a child like Kacy. But enter the hope of the Gospel and a dear elderly Christian woman named Lola (Grandma) Nits. Grab a tissue and j...
Sep 05, 2023•21 min
More than one million residents in Zambia cannot read or write primarily because of poverty and the inability to access quality education. More than 80% of these are women who are often forced to marry young or to work to support their family. Bible League International is giving the gift of literacy and introducing participants to the hope of the Gospel through Bible-based Literacy. Join host Michael Woolworth and his guest, Lovely Kayombo, who shares about Mambo, a local pastor and Bible-based...
Aug 01, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Recently, a number of Bible League staff from around the world met in Greece and the message couldn't be clearer -- we need more! More Bibles and study materials are needed because people are hungry and thirsty for God. Our partners are asking for more resources with a sense of urgency and excitement for how God will respond to meeting this incredible need in the coming year. Rob Bullock, Executive Vice President of Advancement at Bible League International, was part of those meetings and joins ...
Jul 01, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Malaysia is one of the largest Muslim-majority countries in the world. It's also a place where the "Longhouse People" have lived for centuries steeped in spiritual darkness as animists. But it's also a part of the world where Bible League has a strong presence through familiar programs like Project Philip and Bible-based Literacy. Host Michael Woolworth and his guest, Romi Barcena, traveled to Malaysia earlier this year to experience the beautiful modern city of Miri and to go deep into the jung...
Jun 01, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Evangelical Christians make up a very small part of the population in Albania in eastern Europe. At times, believers face persecution from members of the majority religion. One example is of a young Christian woman whose family forced her to marry a non-believer. Another is windows at a local church vandalized by radicals. Because poverty is widespread among Christians, many pastors must find additional work since churches are unable to pay them a livable wage. Despite these challenges, Jason La...
May 01, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 24
The locals in the South African village of Zeerust referred to the street gang comprised of young people as "the scum of the town." They were homeless beggars, addicted to drugs, and engaged in crime. But transformation came when a godly widow named Onica invited them to learn about Jesus. Eventually, the mayor would visit this Bible study to find out what changed these young people and caused a drop in crime in their town.Join host Michael Woolworth and guest, Ben Setshwaelo, as they share the ...
Apr 01, 2023•17 min
Many women in upper Egypt -- in large part, because of cultural and religious norms -- are treated as less valuable, forced to marry young, and denied access to education. Many cannot read or write, so Bible-based Literacy from Bible League International is giving the gift of literacy and dignity to women and showing them God's great love.Hear about Magda, a wife and mother who was asked by her husband to skip literacy classes. She endured and something beautiful came from her determination to l...
Feb 27, 2023•16 min
Jesus said in Matthew 19:14, "Let the little children come to me." Sharing the Gospel with children and discipling them to know and love Jesus is important to Bible League International and that's evident in our new Discovery Series for Children. Students and teachers alike are showing excitement in using the booklets, manuals and coloring books. Parents are seeing in their children the desire to obey, to do chores cheerfully and to invite others to class. Join host Michael Woolworth and guest, ...
Feb 01, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 25
