"This probably looks impossible, but you serve a God who is greater." These are the words of Abigail Niles, a young woman who followed the Lord to Romania.

I remember crying out to God: “Lord, I don’t understand this, but raise up more of your workers and send them out to bring hope and light to the lost."

At SEND International, we’ve seen time and again how God brings the right people to the right places.

Your Muslim friends and colleagues will react very differently concerning the day of Ashura, depending on which branch of Islam they belong. Shias will be mourning; Sunnis will be celebrating.

Have you ever made a New Year’s resolution only to break it in less than a week? On March 1, 1.8 billion Muslims began their annual fasting month called Ramadan. They are supposed to fast completely—no water or food—during daylight hours from March 1–Mar 29.

Someone recently told me that to become a missionary, you simply have to be stubborn. Otherwise, you'd never make it to the field. Now, I like to think of myself as incredibly humble – perhaps even the most humble person you’ll ever meet.

A hunger for discipleship. Physical hardship. Spiritual darkness.

Hajj 2025 (or Hajj 1446 AH in Islamic year) is when over a million Muslims will descend on Mecca for pilgrimage from June 4 through June 9.

Over the past few weeks, I had the privilege of joining several SEND leaders on a deeply moving survey trip through Myanmar and Nepal. This journey wasn’t just about exploring ministry opportunities—it was about listening, learning, and witnessing firsthand how God is at work in some of the most complex and challenging corners of our world.

We asked three of our SEND International missionaries to describe the spiritual climate in the communities where they serve. Here's what they said...

These days, Christians and non-Christians alike are hearing constant news about immigrants and refugees. In the midst of this, we must remember that there are many different groups of refugees and immigrants in the US. Each group faces its own concerns and fears.

From Siberian winters and language barriers to pandemic isolation and regional conflicts, our missionaries share deeply personal moments of doubt, spiritual stretching, and questioning their calling.

“What does God require of you? To act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” These simple yet profound words from Micah 6:8 are guideposts to understanding our relationship with God and others.

Have you ever made a New Year’s resolution only to break it in less than a week? On March 1, 1.8 billion Muslims began their annual fasting month called Ramadan. They are supposed to fast completely—no water or food—during daylight hours from March 1–Mar 29. It begins with much fanfare, promises, and declarations, as fasting during Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam. Muslims believe that faithfully keeping the fast ensures one’s place of favor with God.

Have you ever had your plans unexpectedly rearranged? That’s exactly what happened during my visit to a refugee family.

Intentional planning, preparation, education, and rest are all essential components of effective mission work. This is especially true for missionaries working overseas.

The weight of shame for Muslims is all-encompassing, overwhelming, and so painful. It causes them to avoid seeking help at all costs.

Many of our missionaries show the love of Christ by being available and helping at-risk families by taking care of children for short-term periods or even sometimes long-term.

For some, holidays with family are important, especially with grandkids in the picture.

Explore the power of hospitality! From unplanned visits to cultural meals, discover how to make every guest feel special.

We have a Christmas ornament that states: “Wise men still seek Him.” I like that statement, but it is missing something. We seek him because he first sought us. Inside each of us, there is a voice calling us to know our creator. Saint Augustine wrote in his Confessions,  “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You.” Our Muslim friends need to hear these wise words written so many years ago. They seek to settle the restlessness and uncertainty they feel through their actions or merit by following the Five Pillars of Islam: Fasting, Giving to the Poor, Pilgrimage/Hajj, Daily Prayers, and Reciting their Creed. But it is God’s gift for us to find our rest in Him. It is not based on who we are and what we do, but on him and what he has done for us. Our call as followers of Jesus is to speak the Word, live out the Word in front of them, and help them see that this rest, this grace, is not based on good deeds but through submission to the Lord.

“Every good landing starts with a stabilized approach.” As a student pilot, I often heard my flight instructor remind me of this truth. In part, he meant that achieving the goal of a safe landing starts with intentional preparation. Wouldn’t we say that this principle applies to many aspects of life? In fact, the more difficult the task we face, the more important the preparation becomes.

In a remote corner of Siberia, Russian & Buryat Christians are taking steps to reach the Soyot people

Whenever a hurricane or a typhoon of the highest category hits a country, lives are lost. Even with emergency services deployed ahead of time and numerous warnings, there will still be loss of life. It is tragic and inevitable.

In order to understand Taiwanese culture, you first need to know that Taiwan is a mix of many cultures due to its history of being colonized by several nations including the Dutch, Spanish, and Japanese.

Taiwan has had a long history of missions, from Dutch and Spanish missionaries in the 17th century, to the many international and local agencies that currently work in Taiwan. SEND has been in Taiwan for over 70 years and our goal has always been to share the gospel, plant healthy churches, and disciple believers who w