I’m writing to share some encouraging news and testimonies from a few of my heroes—men and women who’ve dedicated themselves to the challenge of living and learning Biblical Hebrew so they can help bring the whole Bible to their people in their own languages.

What’s remarkable isn’t just how quickly they learned Biblical Hebrew, but the depth of their faith and perseverance. This year, while studying Scripture in the land of the Bible, they were in a safe location—but still surrounded by war and uncertainty. Yet they remained unwavering in their commitment to bring God’s whole Word to those still waiting.

At the recent School of Biblical Hebrew graduation in Jerusalem, several graduates gave speeches (in Hebrew), sharing their journeys and their deep love for God’s Word. Hosea from Nigeria said: “I didn’t do this for me, but for the Lord—and for the many people who need to hear the Word of the Lord in their languages.”

Rachel and Yehezkel from Indonesia also shared with us, “This program not only gave us deeper understanding of the Scriptures—it equipped us to translate faithfully and clearly. Becoming Bible translation consultants and instructors is a calling, but also a great hope for churches and agencies longing for whole Bible translation.”

Miriam from Mozambique, who will mentor others in her community, says: “I saw the great need for Bibles in our local language. Now I’m happy to know I’ll be able to translate, interpret and teach God’s Word in my own language, on solid foundations.” 

These people are multipliers of the Word for their communities, places where Scripture is still unknown and the harvest is great. On average, each one will help bring 3 to 8 new Bible translations to life—impacting not just communities, but generations.

As this movement to translate the whole Bible grows, so does greater call to action. That’s why our Hebrew Extension Learning Program (HELP) continues in four other nations—training local translation teams where they serve, removing dependence on a third language for translation, and laying a deep foundation for lasting discipleship and faith. 

Help Bring the Whole Word to the Whole World

Thank you for standing with us in prayer and sacrificial support for these leaders. Please continue to lift them up as they step into the work ahead. And if you’re able, give to support and multiply their efforts as they faithfully bring God’s whole Word to those still waiting. 

Thanks to the continued generosity of our partner, every gift you give this year will be doubled.