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RAW Mission

Frontiers UK
Christianity
Islam
Frontiers
Muslims
Jesus
Nomads
Somalia
India
Central Asia
Fulani
Somali Church
Khartoum, Sudan
University Of Texas At Dallas
West Africa
Missionary Work
Bible Translation
Tehran, Iran
Pakistan
Mindanao, Philippines
Eastern Sahara Region Of Africa

RAW = Radical, Authentic and Worldwide. In this podcast you can hear real-life stories from those taking the Good News across the world to the 2 billion Muslims who have little or no access to the gospel. The interviews present authentic stories of joy and frustration from ordinary followers of Jesus, with a radical calling to abandon the security and comforts of home. Catch hold of God’s worldwid... more

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What's the value of a short-term trip? Can there be any realistic impact on locals or is it all about what God is doing in hearts and lives of those who go?

In this episode we hear from Zack and Hannah, who (along with various other young people) we... more

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In this episode we hear from Pastor Sulaiman, who shares about the incredible difficulties of life as a Christian under Sharia Law in Northern Nigeria, as well as the constant threat of violence from the terrorist organisation called Boko Haram.

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What exactly is Christian mission? Is it inevitably linked to empire, to neocolonialism, to power dynamics? Do missionaries inevitably trample on the host culture with ethnocentric arrogance? Shouldn't we just leave others alone, with some kind of de... more

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In this episode Matt interviews Andy, a straight-talking northern guy who loves Jesus and loves sharing the gospel with Muslims. 

He and his wife spent several years in a tough surveillance state in Central Asia, learning the local language and figu... more

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Recent Guests

John Ghanim
Ex-Muslim from Yemen who converted to Christianity and became a public evangelist
Independent evangelical ministry / social media outreach
Episode: Ep. 99 - Losing My Religion (ft. ex Muslim, John Ghanim)
Aweis Ali
Secretary General of the Somali Bible Society; Open Doors partner in Africa
Somali Bible Society; Open Doors
Episode: Ep. 97 - The Blood of the Martyrs (ft. Dr. Aweis Ali)
Tom O'Brien
Missionary to Mindanao, Philippines; longtime Frontiers worker
Frontiers
Episode: Ep. 96 - Filipino Assassins
Tim Green
Missionary trainer and scholar with decades in Muslim contexts
Open Theological Seminary / InterServe / Frontiers
Episode: Ep. 94 - Faith & Friendship, Grief & Glory
Dick Brogden
Mission leader with decades of experience among Muslims in Africa and the Middle East
Frontiers (RAW Mission)
Episode: Ep. 91 - The Power of Gentleness & Compassion (ft. Dick Brogden)
Matthew Backholer
Revival historian and author
By Faith Media (co-founder)
Episode: Ep. 89 - Revival & Mission
Shahriq Khan
Former Muslim who converted to Christianity; founder of Christ Underground
Christ Underground
Episode: Ep. 88 - From Shame to Sonship (ft. Shahriq Khan)

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Matt
Host of RAW Mission with long-standing association to Frontiers UK/RAW Mission.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 285 ratings
  • Every episode worthwhile

    This show is so meaningful. Even though I serve in a different context than the primary one discussed on the show, hearing about how God is working among Muslims all over the world is so encouraging and gives me wonderful prayer fuel for His work in the place I live. Thank you for blessing us with this excellent show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kellifersue
    Japan2 months ago
  • Gripping stories

    Really well produced podcast with some fascinating stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quangola
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Incredible podcast

    A friend shared this podcast with me and since then I have been binge listening. The quality of guests they host are incredible, with sharing so much of what God is doing around the world, especially showing His love toward the Muslims people. I would HIGHLY recommend anyone to listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thisismynewnicknameok
    United States9 months ago
  • Mel Lynch

    I look forward to these episodes being released always. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Faithfully pursuing adventure
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Real life encouraging mission field stories

    A great series of many many different podcasts of real stories of victories, trials and hardships on the mission field in Muslim countries. Very authentic and gracious.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monkey1972
    Canadaa year ago

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Many appreciate the authentic, vulnerable personal journeys and practical ministry insights.
The production quality and guest breadth are frequently praised, often called professional and engaging.
Listeners describe the show as highly inspiring and prayerful, with real-life mission stories.

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Ep. 86 - 10 Myths about Mission & Missionaries
Q: Is everyone a missionary, or is there a distinct calling to go overseas?
The hosts argue that while all followers of Jesus are called to participate in God's mission, there is a distinct category of people set apart for going to hard places; others can contribute through different roles and partnerships, with a shared objective of making disciples.
Ep. 93 - Veiled and Voiceless in Iran
Q: How did you come to faith and begin sharing your story publicly?
A sequence of spiritual experiences—visions, a Canadian teacher introducing the Bible, discovery of Psalm 27, and later participation in a church community—led to baptism and a calling to leadership, including selling their businesses to fund ministry.
Ep. 98 - Watch out for Scorpions!
Q: What has daily life been like in the remote setting?
Life involves caring for a family, homeschooling, childcare, limited water and electricity, basic food options, and adapting to a unique hosting culture while learning the local language.
Ep. 98 - Watch out for Scorpions!
Q: How did you end up in the Eastern Sahara region for long-term work?
Encouragement from friends, conversations with Frontiers teams during a sabbatical, and a timely invitation led her to accept a placement with a family in the region, followed by a quick transition to the field.
Ep. 90 - Fulani Nomads - Faith Under Fire
Q: What made the mission in West Africa possible, and what was the team dynamic like?
He emphasizes the importance of joining a team, working in unity, and building a sustainable, indigenous church rather than creating dependency on outsiders.

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A collection of long-form interviews with missionaries and Christian workers operating in Muslim-majority regions. Episodes foreground personal faith journeys, cross-cultural challenges, and practical lessons from field life—ranging from language learning and safety to resilience under persecution. Listeners often hear intimate testimonies, real-world mission tactics, and calls to prayer, sponsorship, and hands-on involvement. The show stands out for featuring a wide array of global contexts, from nomadic communities to large urban centers, and for highlighting humble, ordinary people who pursue a global calling with bold faith.

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2. Aweis Ali
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4. Tim Green
5. Dick Brogden
6. Matthew Backholer
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