For generations, a spiritual darkness has gripped the massive mission field of India. Radical fanatics burn down Christian churches and homes in an attempt to stop the spread of the Gospel.
But when Biblica’s partner Matthew* gazes into this darkness, he sees a shining light. “What is impossible for men is possible for God,” Matthew declares. “Jesus can change any situation.” With these eyes of faith, Matthew labors to translate the Bible into minority languages and make disciples among the unreached people groups of India. At first, it was slow work. It took over 20 years to translate the Bible into two languages. Matthew says it was as though the challenge of translation kicked him “from corner to corner” of a fighting ring.
Jesus can change any situation. ...
India was a graveyard of missions.
But now it’s a vineyard.”
— BIBLICA PARTNER IN INDIA
After struggling for decades to reach two languages, Matthew and his team are on track to complete 11 new translations in five years — more projects reaching more people faster than ever. “It’s just mind-blowing!” exclaims Matthew, whose network of Jesus followers recently surpassed 25 million people. “You will see those souls in glory,” he adds with gratitude. Bible translation is just the beginning. As God’s Word comes to life in more and more heart languages across India, your investment with Biblica is delivering Bibles to longing hearts in a variety of creative formats — from audio Bibles to teen programs to healing groups for women.
“With man this is impossible, but
with God all things are possible.”
Matthew 19:26
“As I listened to an audio Bible, I began to learn who the true God is,” shares one former Hindu in Southern India. “I could understand Jesus’ love for me more and more. I experienced His forgiveness.” So, the end of India’s story is still being written. Matthew wants to see 100 million souls won to Christ in his lifetime. “If people don’t laugh at your dream, then it’s not from God!” he says with a smile. But thanks to generous friends like you, Matthew and many other brave church leaders can declare with confidence: “India was a graveyard of missions. But now it’s a vineyard.”