TELLING GOD’S STORY

Using Orality to Transform Lives and Multiply Churches

– MULTIPLYING HOPE PARTICIPANT, THAILAND

“You have heard that it was said…” Jesus repeated this phrase regularly when speaking with people familiar with the Old Testament. It is easy to read past it in order to get to the heart of Jesus’ message. But think about it; Jesus refers to the Bible as something that was communicated to people orally. He then uses an oral method to challenge and expand their understanding of it.

Information was communicated orally in the days when our Savior walked the Earth. It’s how people learned and shared ideas. Most people in the world today are oral communicators. Their lives are transformed through stories, songs, and drama. Orality is deeply embedded into their culture and identity. They aren’t merely oral communicators. They are oral people.

At SRV, we are committed to helping oral people have access to and understand the truth of God’s Word. Our vision is that everyone on earth will know the story of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection and be called to trust in him for their salvation.

In this annual report, you’ll get to hear what we’ve done over the past year, where it took place, and who’s been impacted. I hope you see how God’s Word is transforming lives and communities through your generosity. Thanks to the support of donors, people who are Bibleless, unreached, and suffering from trauma are hearing the story of the God who has come to make all things new.

Your continued prayers and support are greatly appreciated.

With Thanks,

Mark M. Overstreet PRESIDENT/CEO