Unknown Nations Podcast

Journey with Unknown Nations to Myanmar, where faith comes at a high cost. In this episode, host Greg Kelly and guest "Luke" share gripping stories of Christians facing persecution, civil unrest, and natural disaster. Discover how hope and unity are rising in the midst of hardship, and learn how you can support those bringing light to one of the world's darkest places. Subscribe and be inspired to...

Go behind the scenes of spiritual warfare and church growth in India! Join hosts Mike Grandy, Ruth Kramer, and guest Jerry Smith to hear real stories of faith, resilience, and hope from the frontlines. Subscribe and join the movement to make Jesus known where He is least known.   https://www.unknownnations.com UnknownNations #India #FaithInAction

As we begin Season 3 of the Unknown Nations podcast, we're exploring the theme of Spiritual Warfare since October is a month focused on the spirit world. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation and expert insight, and learn a little more about the uniqueness of ministry in a Muslim-dominant part of Nigeria. Whether you're on the go or winding down, our podcast delivers fresh perspectives and...

Ready to see how business can change the world? In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, hosts Greg Kelley and Ruth Kramer sit down with Scott Baker, CEO of National Nail, to explore the powerful intersection of faith, leadership, and global impact. Discover how Scott transformed his company into a "Kingdom Enterprise," using his platform to inspire, serve, and make Jesus known—from local c...

Discover how your time, talents, and resources can impact the Kingdom globally! Join Greg Kelly, Ruth Kramer, and Hope Loomis as they share inspiring stories and practical steps to steward what God has given you—beyond finances. Learn how you can help reach the world's most unreached people and be part of a movement bringing hope to the ends of the earth. Subscribe and join the journey! Learn more...

From remote tribes to military bases, discover how God is transforming lives in the world's darkest places. Host Greg Kelly sits down with InTouch Ministries leaders Philip Bowen and Ella Bogo Ydi to share powerful stories, faith-driven innovation, and the global impact of Dr. Charles Stanley's legacy. See how the Messenger audio Bible and strategic partnerships are making Jesus known—everywhere....

Welcome to our latest episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast! Join us for an engaging conversation about ministry in India. We will explore powerful stories, insightful perspectives, and practical advice. In this episode, our guest shares his journey, discusses ministry challenges, and offers valuable takeaways about his work in Bihar State.   Whether you're here for motivation, spiritual insight,...

What happens when faith meets the world's most challenging frontiers? Join hosts Greg Kelley and Ruth Kramer as we talk with our partner, Wycliffe, to answer this question.  In this episode,  we'll uncover untold stories, bold missions, and the unstoppable power of hope in the Horn of Africa. From secret audio Bibles to life-changing encounters, this episode proves that light shines brightest in t...

In this episode of The Unknown Nations podcast, Greg Kelley and Ruth Kramer sit down with Mark, a prominent mobilizer from Nigeria, to discuss the incredible work of reaching unreached people groups in Africa. They talk about the challenges, strategies, and success stories in mobilizing the African church, especially among the younger generation, to engage in cross-cultural missions. Mark shares e...

  In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, Greg Kelley and Ruth Kramer sit down with Joe Handley, president of A3, to discuss the significance of orality in global missions. They explore how oral traditions and storytelling can be powerful tools in disciple-making, especially among cultures that rely on spoken word rather than written texts.   Learn about the innovative use of audio Bibles...

Join Greg Kelley as he talks with entrepreneur Mark Young about leveraging business for global missions. This episode explores how entrepreneurial vision can advance the gospel in the world's darkest places.  There's more at: https://www.unknownnations.com Highlights Include: Who Is Mark Young? A bold voice for integrating faith and business. The 4% Factor: Why adventurers and entrepreneurs are wi...

In the world's most spiritually dark and hard-to-reach places, people are hearing the gospel for the very first time—through a small, solar-powered audio Bible called the Treasure. In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, host Greg Kelley is joined by Mike, Director of International Ministries, and Ruth Kramer to unpack how this powerful tool is opening hearts in regions where persecution i...

In some of the world's hardest-to-reach places, partnerships are forming that defy borders and expectations. In this episode, we explore how FMI church leaders in Afghanistan and Pakistan are working with Unknown Nations to share the Gospel through solar-powered audio Bibles. Hear powerful stories of unity, bold faith, and how one tool is opening hearts in regions where literacy is low, danger is...

Together, we can go farther. See how one church joined the mission to northern India. In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, hosts Greg Kelley and Ruth Kramer sit down with Jeff Abbott, missions pastor at one of Unknown Nations' partner churches, to recount their recent journey through northern India. This area is home to the highest concentration of unreached people groups. From tense mo...

Join Greg Kelly and Ruth on this episode of The Unknown Nations Podcast as they speak with Luke, a dedicated partner working in Myanmar. They discuss the tremendous challenges facing the country, both spiritual and physical, amidst political turmoil and conflict. Luke shares his 25 years of experience in ministry, the impact of the conscription laws on young leaders, and the power of the gospel in...

Over 3 billion people still have no access to the gospel. What can we do about it? In this special episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, host Greg Kelley is joined by Ruth Kramer and Marvin Newell to highlight the International Day for the Unreached. Together, they unpack the urgency of reaching the nations still without gospel access—and how you can play a role. Marv shares stories from his yea...

You may never have heard of the Daasanach—but God hasn't forgotten them. In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, hosts Greg Kelley and Ruth Kramer sit down with Levi, a missionary serving in northern Kenya, and Jerry Smith, Director of International Training. Together, they unpack what it takes to bring the gospel to the Turkana and Daasanach peoples—navigating decades of conflict, extreme...

What happens when one book of the Bible reaches a fierce, unreached tribe in Northeast India? In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, Greg Kelley and Ruth Kramer sit down with John Pudaite of Bibles for the World to hear the incredible true story of the Hmar people—once animists, now bold followers of Jesus. Discover how the gospel transformed an entire tribe and launched a movement to rea...

What if we stopped praying for safety—and started praying for boldness? In this powerful episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, host Greg Kelley teams up with Hope Loomis to explore the essential role of prayer in reaching the spiritually darkest corners of the world. You'll uncover scriptural foundations for missions-focused prayer, learn how to pray effectively for unreached people groups, and...

Home to 25% of the world's population and a staggering number of unreached people groups, South Asia is one of the most urgent—and promising—mission fields on earth. In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, host Greg Kelley sits down with Jerry Smith, International Training Director, to unpack what's really happening on the ground. Discover how indigenous leaders are being equipped through...

Bihar, India is home to the highest concentration of unreached people groups on the planet—yet few know its name. In this special on-location episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast , host Greg Kelley sits down with a courageous indigenous leader, to unpack the spiritual realities of this densely populated, religiously diverse region. Hear firsthand how the gospel is taking root despite opposition,...

Content Warning: On the Unknown Nations Podcast, we share real stories from the front lines of ministry. This episode includes experiences involving violence and personal trauma. Listener discretion is advised. He was child when war broke out in Lebanon. By his teens, he'd joined the army and eventually landed in special forces. In this powerful episode, Greg Kelley sits down with his long-time fr...

Known for decades of conflict, Iraq is now witnessing house churches quietly multiply as the gospel takes root in impossible places on earth. In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, host Greg Kelley sits down with Randy and a courageous indigenous leader serving on the ground in Iraq. Hear how local believers are combining evangelism, church planting, and humanitarian aid to bring holistic...

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region remains one of the most challenging places for the gospel—but why? In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, Greg Kelley sits down with Mike, the Director of International Ministries, and Randy, a ministry partner and missions expert, for a deep dive into the history, spiritual strongholds, and modern-day barriers that make reaching this region...

The Democratic Republic of Congo is one of the most resource-rich yet war-torn countries in the world. In this episode of the Unknown Nations Podcast, Greg Kelley sits down with his long-time friend Florimond, a Congolese leader, to unpack the realities of conflict and displacement—and why they matter to believers worldwide. Florimond shares his extraordinary journey—from resettling refugees in th...