Transformed Lives Through God’s Word in Every Language

There are 6,909 languages spoken around the world. Only 451 have complete Bibles, about 6% of the languages of the world! Over 2,252 languages still have no translated scriptures. That represents around 353 million people without even one book of the Bible in the language that speaks to their heart. Pioneer Bible Translators exists as a team to disciple Bible-less peoples, mobilizing God’s people everywhere, both to provide enduring access to God’s Word translated into their languages, and to maximize its impact to grow the Church. During the translation process, there is a focus on evangelism, partnering with nationals to build sustainable and indigenous Scripture use programs. PBT originated from the independent Christian churches and the Churches of Christ, but its worldwide team has a wide church background and it desires to promote the unity of all believers with Scripture as the sole authority.

In 2006, PBT had people working in five countries. Four years later, in 2010, PBT has missionaries in ten countries, translating God’s Word in 46 languages for over 17 million people. We “look forward to the day of God and speed its coming” (2 Peter 3:12) when every person has enduring access to God’s Word in their own language.

PBT is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, on the campus of the International Linguistics Center. Construction is underway for a new, permanent facility in Dallas. This will position PBT to live out our bold vision at the International Service Center, the hub for our global ministry.