MONTHLY UPDATE | SEPTEMBER 2022
A NOTE FROM THE CEO
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16-17
God did not leave us without instruction. He provided his inerrant Word that offers divine instruction and the truth necessary for life and godliness. May we be reminded that millions of oral learners around the world do not have access to God’s Word in a language and format they can understand.
The need for more audio bibles in more languages was very clear during my recent trip to India. During the visit, we met with our recording and ministry partners, along with several pastors who shared how they are using audio bibles to reach the illiterate in their communities. We also learned about many oral languages that are still without any scripture at all. We praise God for a fruitful and safe trip and look forward to sharing how His recorded Word is changing lives in India, and how we can partner together to reach even more who need to hear.
We also give thanks for His provision in our recording efforts! This month Davarcelebrates the milestone of 200 completed recordings. Additionally, we continue to see great progress in Africa, where we have completed audio bibles in over 100 languages. See below for our latest Africa update.
Collaboration across ministries is a wonderful expression of how the Body of Christ works together. This month we are highlighting our partnership with Biblica — The International Bible Society, whose mission is to provide the Bible in accurate, contemporary translations and formats so more people around the world will have the opportunity to be transformed by Jesus Christ. Below they share a story of how an audio Bible continues to bring hope to a young girl in India.
Finally, as we approach the remaining months of 2022, we encourage you to learn more about the tax benefits of non-cash giving, if you are not already aware. We would be happy to discuss this with you and get you connected to professional advisors who can offer additional guidance. We also look forward to introducing our 2022 Matching Campaign in the upcoming weeks. Thank you for your faithful support of Davar through your prayers and financial gifts.
For God’s glory!
W. Mark Perkins, CEO
AUGUST 2022 RECORDING UPDATE
FB = Full Bible OT = Old Testament NT = New Testament
| AFRICA |
| 132 Recordings |
| MIDDLE EAST |
| 8 Recordings |
| ASIA |
| 5 Recordings |
| AMERICAS |
| 8 Recordings |
| SOUTH ASIA |
| 47 Recordings |
FEATURED AUDIO SAMPLES
Quechua Wanca OT
LISTEN TO GENESIS 1:1
Dayak Ngaju OT
LISTEN TO GENESIS 1:1
NON-CASH GIVING
Did you know that you can donate to Davar using non-cash assets, like stocks or real estate? Many times non-cash giving offers tax benefits as well. If you are interested in a non-cash donation, please reach out to your donor-advised fund, financial planner or email mark@davaraudiobibles.org for more information.
BIBLICA PARTNERSHIP PROVIDES HOPE
Aarya is from India. She didn’t have a father. Her mother was into prostitution and an alcoholic. She died last year leaving behind Aarya with her older brother and younger brother. Soon after their mother’s death, the younger brother got very sick and in a few weeks he died. Now Aarya lives alone in one room with her brother. Aarya listens every night to our audio Bible. She prays and holds the soft toy at night when she sleeps. She says it comforts her.
PRAYERS & PRAISES
We praise God for…
- scripture that was breathed-out by God for our divine instruction.
- His faithfulness as He continues His provision toward audio Bible recording.
- a fruitful trip and safe return from India.
We ask God for…
- wisdom for our leadership team and our Board of Directors as we prayerfully make plans for 2023 and beyond.
- the salvation of many oral learners who will hear the gospel message through audio scripture and believe.
AFRICA UPDATE
Progress as of September 2022
We are making great progress towards our Africa recording goals thanks to God’s provisions and your support.