Some people imagine missions as a spiritual adventure — a chance to travel, experience culture, and do ministry while enjoying beautiful places. But the reality is far different. To me, missions feels less like boarding a comfortable tour bus and more like riding in an ambulance. It is a rescue mission.

The unreached are often found in places that are inconvenient, uncomfortable, and sometimes even unsafe. We face difficulties, delays, spiritual resistance, exhaustion, and at times real danger. These are not rare experiences—they are common companions on the road of missions.

Jeff and Malen, who faithfully lead these tribal missional communities, have poured their lives into these relationships. They did not build programs first. They built trust. They invested time, resources, tears, and consistency. Because of that foundation, leaders have now been raised from within those very communities. And those leaders are reaching other tribal communities in the same way—through relationships.