Source: Wycliffe Bible Translators, December 5, 2025
Home to more than 840 languages, Papua New Guinea has always stood out as one of the most linguistically diverse—and most challenging—places for Bible translation. But now the nation is on the verge of a historic milestone: Only 111 languages still need Scripture [translation] to begin.
This remarkable progress is the result of decades of prayer and the faithful obedience of local churches and determined translation partners who said, “We want God’s Word in our own language—and we’re willing to help make it happen.”
East Asia remains one of the toughest regions for translation; yet God is clearly at work. Local pastors and church leaders are receiving training—sometimes across borders and often online—to guide new translation efforts.
Technology, including emerging AI, is opening new doors for collaboration and learning. Though the path ahead isn’t always clear, we’re walking through every door God opens, trusting Him to show us the way forward.
Just a year ago, Indonesia had 159 languages waiting for translation to start. Now that number is down to 53. Of these languages, 26 are considered the most challenging; yet work has already begun for several of them. Local churches, field partners and other organizations are uniting to see every community receive God’s Word. Despite political sensitivities and religious complexities, people’s hearts are opening and momentum is building.
Read the full article, Beyond Vision 2025: Until All Have Encountered Jesus. Pray for Bible translators. Today, the vast majority of them are indigenous.