Visual Story Network

09/25/2026

What happens when we start asking better questions about AI and the Great Commission?

That was at the heart of our webinar.

The Great Commission Benchmark exists to help the Church think more carefully about how AI models perform when the questions involve evangelism, discipleship, Scripture, and the work of reaching the nations.

Our webinar brought these questions into conversation—and the recap is now available.

If you missed the conversation, you can catch up on the key discussion and explore what we're learning as we test AI through a Great Commission lens.

Read the webinar recap:
https://greatcommissionbenchmark.ai/insights/webinar-recap-july2026

09/18/2026

A Question That Stuck With Me

In October 2023, our Digital Disciple Making Network Leadership Team met in Dallas for strategic planning.

This is the group that has catalyzed 500 mission teams in unreached nations to use social media to find people seeking spiritual answers online and begin discipling them.

During our discussions, one team member, Keegan, said something I could not shake:

“What if we could teach individual believers to be more spiritually conspicuous?”

It wasn’t until the beginning of this year that the Lord helped me see how to act on that question.

After months of planning, we are launching a new Mission Media U course called the Personal Digital Disciple-Making Fellowship.

It is a first-ever, two-month practitioner fellowship for local Christians designing and testing their own digital disciple-making strategy in least-reached countries. It will run from September 24 to November 19, 2026.

We were delighted to receive 41 applications. Due to limited capacity, we could only accept 26 participants.

They come from countries including Armenia, Bangladesh, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Nepal, Malaysia, and Pakistan.

You can learn more here:

www.missionmediau.org/fellowship

09/09/2026

Before you tell a story, learn to listen.

Great storytelling isn't only about knowing what to say. It's about paying attention to the people, moments, struggles, and turning points that make a story worth telling.

In ministry, this matters even more.

When we listen well, we don't just create better content. We understand people better.

Visual Story Network's Story Challenge offers a practical starting point for becoming a better story listener, curator, teller, and creator.

Start here:
https://www.visualstory.org/story/

What makes someone a great storyteller in your experience?

09/02/2026

Discover how to help others become more like Jesus on Sept 16!
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08/31/2026

What happens when women are given the tools to tell stories that others might never hear?

The 2026 Empower Women Media Film Competition celebrates women filmmakers who are using storytelling to explore freedom of religion or belief, human dignity, peace, and the realities facing their communities.

This year's films come from women connected to the Middle East Fellowship, representing diverse contexts including Egypt, Iran, Pakistan, Israel, Cyprus, Morocco, and Syria.

Their stories tackle difficult subjects—from religious freedom and identity to peace, coexistence, and social injustice.

These aren't just films.

They're invitations to listen, understand, and see the world through someone else's eyes.

🎬 Explore the 2026 films and winners:
https://empowerwomen.media/2026-film-competition/

Which stories have challenged the way you see an issue or culture?

Empower Women Media honors women who artfully and compellingly explore the impact of freedom of religion and belief (FoRB) in their workplaces and communities through short films. The competition features films created by women participating in Empower Women Media’s Middle East Fellowship. Over se...

07/13/2026

Great storytelling doesn't begin with a camera—it begins with a calling and a commitment to grow.

Whether you're creating videos for your church, sharing stories from the mission field, or communicating hope through digital media, becoming an effective visual storyteller takes more than technical skills.

If you're looking to grow in your craft while using your gifts to serve God's Kingdom, this resource is a great place to start.

📖 10 Things to Know if You Hope to Become a Pro Visual Storyteller

https://www.visualstory.org/10protips/

What's one lesson you've learned that has made you a better storyteller? Share it in the comments!

I’ve had many opportunities to speak into the lives of people considering making a profession of visual storytelling (writer, producer, director, actor).

06/29/2026

What do Islamic source texts say about non-Muslims?

Many people have opinions about Islam, but far fewer have taken the time to explore what the primary Islamic texts actually teach.

Whether you're involved in ministry, cross-cultural engagement, apologetics, or simply seeking to better understand your Muslim neighbors, informed understanding is always a better starting point than assumptions.

This resource introduces key Islamic source texts and provides a practical starting point for exploring what they say about non-Muslims and how those teachings shape worldview and relationships.

Explore the resource:
https://www.visualstory.org/islam/

💬 What has been the most helpful lesson you've learned from engaging people of different faith backgrounds?

06/24/2026

FIFA World Cup 2026 is underway!

Over the next weeks, billions of people will talk about football, celebrate victories, debate matches, and connect across cultures.

What if we intentionally stepped into those conversations?

What if one of the world's biggest events became an opportunity to build relationships, share hope, and make disciples?

This resource provides practical ideas and tools to help you engage people through the global language of football.

⚽ Explore the resource and start preparing now:
https://football2026.nextstep.is

💬 If you're involved in ministry, outreach, or digital missions, how do you think global events can open doors for meaningful conversations?

Jesus Film Project Activate — share World Cup 2026 videos in the language that matches your audience.