Tony Tophoney and Rohit Sunuwar

Episode 2: Empowering Translation - Spreading the Gospel through iBible and Community Efforts Join Steve Cleary of RevelationMedia and iBIBLE in a compelling discussion with Tony Tophoney from Wycliffe Associates and Rohit Sunuwar, a field director in Nepal, as they explore innovative approaches to Bible translation and Gospel dissemination. This episode dives into the challenges and successes of church-based translations, the significance of native language scriptures, and the pivotal role of media in making the Bible accessible. Hear inspiring stories from Nepal, Burma, India, and Papua New Guinea, highlighting the transformative power of youth involvement, the spread of Christianity through digital means, and the resilience of local communities in overcoming cultural and political hurdles. Discover how initiatives like iBIBLE are sowing seeds of faith and bridging language barriers across the globe. Subscribe to The iBIBLE Podcast and be part of this groundbreaking journey to bring the Bible to life for all nations. Host: Steve Cleary Guests: Tony Tophoney and Rohit Sunuwar Produced by: Joshua Burton and Aaliyah Gonzales Edited by: Joshua Burton Music by: Experia Brought to you by RevelationMedia 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:13 Old School Bible Translation 02:21 Accelerated Bible Translations 02:33 Controversies and Criticisms 03:02 Local Involvement in Translations 06:52 Challenges in Nepal 14:30 Gateway Languages and iBIBLE 17:21 Technology and Accessibility 25:32 Church Life and Evangelism in Nepal 28:38 Nepali Version Success 29:52 Sharing Safely on Social Media 32:10 Christianity's Growth in Nepal 35:32 Challenges of Translation and Education 38:09 Empowering the Youth 43:40 Oral Culture and Media Outreach 46:35 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans