I once heard short-term mission trips described as well-meaning Christians parachuting into a foreign context, only to bungee jump out before they can do any real work. We have all heard stories of cultural gaffes—such as wearing the wrong footwear, using humor that does not land well, or making promises that team members cannot keep.

When we think about mission work, it’s easy to imagine faraway places, long-term commitments, and a select few called to the field. But at BMA Global, we believe that every follower of Christ has a part to play in the Great Commission—and short-term missions is one of the most effective ways to participate in God’s work around the world.

In this video, Jeremy Hambrice shares an incredible milestone in a long-term mission that reflects BMA Global’s mission, vision, and values. Over the past ten years, the Hambrice, Sanders and Crabtree families have lived among the Wantakia people of Papua New Guinea, presenting the gospel in their local language and context. By God’s grace, they have seen disciples made, a church planted, and local leaders equipped to carry the mission forward. 

As Lifeword continues its mission to speak the gospel in the heart language of every person, teams around the world are expanding outreach efforts, training new disciples, and developing creative strategies to overcome obstacles. From Asia to the Americas, God is opening doors, and Lifeword teams are walking through them in faith.

Charlie and Whitney Wagner are excited to share their journey and calling to a Creative Access Nation in Asia. As a couple deeply committed to spreading the gospel, their story is one of obedience, transformation, and faithful service.

How exciting to see our team of North American church planters increasing! We officially welcomed five new BMA Global church plants recently at the BMA National Meeting. This brings our team to a total of 20 in eight different languages (English, French, Spanish, Russian, Urdu, Arabic, Garifuna, and Ukrainian). These church plants are being sent out by their sending churches with their prayers, support, and ongoing oversight.