The At Risk Radio Podcast
At Risk Radio is an audio production of Spirit of Martyrdom who Internationally Serves Leaders Who Risk Much For Jesus. Each podcast includes a variety of reports directly from the field in restricted and unreached regions of the world. Be inspired by personal stories of faith being tested, perspectives of the Holy Spirit transforming lives, and biblical insights to the global work. We will equip you with ways to apply these observations to your life and grow as a leader and courageous influencer to this broken world and oppressed people. SOM International hopes the podcast will encourage you in godly leadership and help discover new individuals to join in serving overcoming Christians in restricted and unreached areas.
Episodes
In this episode of At Risk Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and David Witt chat with Dan Russell, a Las Vegas men’s ministry leader with a powerful story of transformation and global impact. Dan opens up about his journey from a challenging season of personal crisis to wholehearted faith, describing how a simple email from an Indian pastor sparked a life-changing connection with the Persecuted Church in India...
In this episode of At Risk Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and David Witt chat with aerospace engineer and Eagles View Church volunteer Chuck Fielding to discuss his eye-opening journey across North Africa. Chuck shares candid stories from a grueling forty-hour road trip with fellow leaders, the personal lessons he learned as a Christian navigating a predominantly Muslim environment, and the powerful impact of encountering resilient loc...
In this episode of At Risk Radio, host Mark Stafford has a conversation with SOM International CEO David Witt and Randy Miller, Executive Pastor at Eagles View Church in North Fort Worth, to discuss powerful lessons from the Global Church and David and Randy’s recent visit to Northwest Africa. Randy shares engaging stories from a transformative forty-three-hour car journey with David, illuminating the challenges and deep faith of c...
This week on At Rist Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and David...
In this episode of At Risk Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and SOM CEO David Witt sit down with John Abendschan, an assistant athletic director and church elder, to explore the transformative power of faith and leadership amidst life's challenges. John shares his journey from a high school football coach in Texas to becoming deeply...
In this moving episode of At Risk Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and SOM International CEO David Witt chat with guest Naghmeh Abedini Panahi as she bravely recounts her journey through an abusive marriage while assuming a vital leadership role in the Persecuted Church within Iran. Naghmeh reveals how her husband’s imprisonment brought clarity and personal freedom, leading her...
In this powerful episode of At Risk Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and David Witt continue their conversation with Naghmeh Aberdini Panahi, a courageous Christian leader from Iran. Naghmeh shares her transformative journey of faith, marked by divine visions, evangelism, and the explosive growth of the Underground Church in Iran. Despite facing arrest, interrogation, and perse...
Today, hosts Mark Stafford and SOM International CEO David Witt welcome special guest Naghmeh Abedini Panahi, a passionate advocate for the Persecuted Church in Iran and the Middle East. You’ll hear Naghmeh’s captivating story of faith and resilience as she shares her journey of finding Jesus amid the chaos of the Islamic Revolution and the Iran-Iraq War. Raised in a devout Muslim household, Naghmeh’...
Join hosts Mark Stafford and SOM International CEO David Witt as they chat with Mary Brezeale, a dedicated CPA and passionate supporter of the SOM International mission. Mary shares her transformative journey of faith, from growing up in a nominal Christian family to embracing a leadership role in supporting the Global Persecuted Church. She discusses the crucial impact of giving, practical tips for maximizing charitable contributi...
In this continued conversation with missionaries Travis and Abigail, discover their remarkable journey of navigating their calling from France to a remote and challenging region in North Africa. The couple shares the inspiring impact they’ve seen, especially among women and children entrapped in the fundamentalist stronghold. Hosts Mark Stafford and SOM CEO David Witt discuss cultural adaptation with the c...
This week, Abigail shares her incredible journey of overcoming paralyzing anxiety and fear through faith, detailing how God brought light to unreached communities in North Africa and France. Hosts Mark Stafford and SOM CEO David Witt sit down with Abigail and her husband, Travis, who serve in French-speaking North Africa. Through Abigail’s story, we learn about the immense cultural challenges and divine in...
Discover how Travis and his wife Abigail navigated challenges, overcame isolation, and ultimately found their calling to minister in difficult fields serving the Global Church. This week, Travis chats with hosts Mark Stafford and David Witt to discuss his incredible journey from military service to mission work in French-speaking North Africa. Travis shares candidly about his initial reluctance to serve ...
Today on At Risk Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and David Witt continue their discussion with Global Ambassadors Leon and Brenda and the transformative work they do with the persecuted Christians. They share their decade-long journey in North Africa, highlighting the crucial role of local leadership in spreading the Christian faith among Muslim-background believers. Discover the inspiring shift toward empowering ...
Join hosts Mark Stafford and David Witt to discover how an unexpected encounter led to a transformative mission in Northwest Africa. Hear how Global Ambassadors Leon and Brenda joined SOM International to empower Muslim-background believers to share the Gospel. They share inspiring stories of faith, leadership, and community development as they discuss the unique challenges and incredible rewards of ministry ...
Despite challenges, SOM Northwest Africa Director Malik remains committed to bringing about positive change in his community and working toward a more peaceful and united country. In this episode of At Risk Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and SOM International CEO David Witt continue their conversation with Malik, bringing crucial updates on impactful events occur...
In this episode of At Risk Radio, Malik, the director of SOM in Northwest Africa, shares a gripping firsthand account of the challenges faced by the Persecuted Church. Despite harrowing obstacles, including travel delays and threats from local extremists, Malik and his team display unwavering faith and commitment to providing crucial leadership training for pastors and church leaders. Join hosts Mark St...
In this compelling episode of At Risk Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and David Witt discuss the urgent developments in South Asia with a focus on the Persecuted Church. CEO of SOM International, David Witt, shares firsthand accounts from his recent trip to the region, detailing the political unrest, martyrdom, and spiritual battles believers face. He also highlights the ...
The distribution of the Jubilee Bible has led to powerful changes, from peace treaties in Colombia to government leaders and military forces turning to Christ. At Risk Radio Host Mark Stafford joins SOM International CEO David Witt and SOM Latin America Director Russell Stendal to discuss the powerful impact of the Jubilee Bible in Venezuela and Colombia. Russell shares incredible stor...
Learn about the Bible translating process, the powerful insights uncovered from the Hebrew and Greek texts, and the profound impact the Jubilee Bible has had on believers in Colombia and Venezuela. Hosts Mark Stafford and SOM International CEO David Witt join Russell Stendal, the editor of the Jubilee Bible, for part two of this series. Russell discusses the signi...
In this episode of At Risk Radio, host Mark Stafford and SOM International CEO David Witt explore the fascinating story behind the Jubilee Bible with special guest Russell Stendal, the director of SOM Latin America. In part one of a three-part series, Russell shares his remarkable journey of being inspired to crea...
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