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Evidence

Evidence: Tracing the Exodus in Saudi Arabia

In recent decades, the landscape of biblical archaeology has shifted in remarkable ways. Over the last thirty years, a surge of discovery has brought new light to the ancient stories of the Exodus, pointing with increasing clarity to the rugged mountains and valleys of northwest Saudi Arabia as the true backdrop of these events. Much of this renewed attention began with the archaeological journeys of Ron Wyatt in the 1970s and 80s, who, following in the footsteps of Charles Beke, John Philby, and Alois Musil, suggested Arabia as the real site of the Exodus. Through Wyatt’s expeditions, sites such as Jabal Maqla and the region of ancient Midian—now known as Al Bad’a and its surroundings—have come into focus as the likely locations of the Red Sea crossing, the mountain of God, and the wilderness wanderings. What once seemed lost to history is now being revealed, stone by stone, spring by spring, altar by altar. The evidence is mounting, and it is compelling. Even the Apostle Paul, writing under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, anchors this truth for us: “Now Hagar stands for Mount Sinai in Arabia...” (Galatians 4:25). With this scriptural foundation and a growing consensus among explorers and scholars, we step forward to recount our journey—site by site—through the land where the echoes of Exodus still ring, and where God’s faithfulness is etched into the very earth.

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Legacy

In the grand tapestry of eternity, our earthly lives represent but a single thread - yet what a profound thread it can be when woven with eternal purpose. The Apostle Paul understood this when he wrote, "I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." — Philippians 3:14. True Christian living demands that we set our sights beyond the temporal horizons of our own existence and consider the eternal impact of our choices, our investments, and our influence. Legacy, in the biblical sense, isn't about monuments carved in stone or achievements recorded in history books - it's about the spiritual inheritance we leave behind, the faith we transfer, and the kingdom work that continues long after we've been called home. When we live with eternity's values in view, every relationship becomes a discipleship opportunity, every season of life becomes a chance to mentor, and every blessing becomes a stewardship responsibility. The question that should awaken and inspire every believer is this: when our race is finished and our course is complete, who will carry the torch forward? This is the sacred calling of legacy - to live not just for our own spiritual advancement, but for the advancement of God's kingdom through those who will follow in our footsteps.

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Fight

Scripture reminds us that “Our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” — Ephesians 6:12. The enemy’s greatest weapon is deception. He whispers lies of inadequacy, fear, and compromise, hoping that we will surrender the ground Christ has already won for us. He tempts us to give in to discouragement, to accept defeat, to believe that our struggles are pointless or that our prayers go unheard. But the truth is this: the enemy has already been defeated at the cross. Jesus declared, “It is finished,” and in that moment, every scheme of the devil was rendered powerless for those who are in Christ. Still, the battle continues, not for victory, but from victory. The enemy’s only hope is that we will forget who we are and to whom we belong.

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Staying the Course

In our walk as Christians we often encounter challenges that test our resolve and shake our confidence. Yet, as believers, we are called to persevere, to stay the course even when the path seems uncertain or the odds appear stacked against us. This steadfastness is not about stubbornness or blind faith, but rather about trusting in God's wisdom and timing, even when our limited understanding fails us.

Embracing Uncertainty with Faith

Life is full of uncertainties, and we often make decisions based on incomplete information, leading to unexpected outcomes. However, this uncertainty should not paralyze us or cause us to doubt God's plan. Instead, it should draw us closer to Him, seeking His guidance and wisdom. As Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight." This scripture emphasizes that while our understanding is limited, God's wisdom is infinite. By embracing uncertainty with faith, we open ourselves to God's guidance and allow Him to direct our paths.

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Adventure in Missions

The Call to Adventure: Hans Egede’s Mission to Greenland

In the early 18th century, a young Norwegian Lutheran minister named Hans Egede became captivated by a haunting mystery. While serving in Lofoten, he heard tales of the lost Norse settlements in Greenland, communities that had vanished into silence after flourishing for nearly 500 years. These Norse settlers, who had first arrived under Erik the Red’s leadership in 985 AD, had established a significant presence with over 620 farms across three settlements, supporting a population that may have reached several thousand. The mystery of their fate stirred Egede’s heart. By 1711, driven by concern for their spiritual welfare, he began petitioning King Frederick IV of Denmark-Norway for permission to mount a mission. His primary goal was clear — to find these lost Norse Christians who, he feared, had either remained Catholic after the Reformation or completely lost their faith. In 1721, after securing funding from Bergen merchants and royal support, Egede set sail aboard the vessel Haabet (“The Hope”) with his family and forty colonists. However, upon reaching Greenland’s shores, his carefully laid plans encountered an unexpected reality. Instead of finding Norse settlements, he discovered only ruins and a thriving Inuit population. This moment of revelation showcases the true spirit of Christian adventure — the ability to adapt when God’s plans differ from our own. Rather than abandoning his mission, Egede demonstrated remarkable resilience and flexibility. He established Hope Colony on Kangeq Island and redirected his efforts toward learning the Kalaallit language and sharing the gospel with the Inuit people.

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June 2009 Newsletter

Dear Friends, Greetings in the Lord.  As we emerge from the remote jungles of the Amazon basin we are encouraged by your support, in prayers and finances, as we attempt to reach those who have never been reached before.

Uncontacted Expedition AMAZON Part One:  Matthew 24:14 “And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in the whole world for a witness to all nations, and then the end shall come.”  Today we stand on the precipice of accomplishing the great commission.  The last frontier is that of the undiscovered and uncontacted.  Imagine there are people on earth who have no contact with the outside world and no knowledge of the good news.  This is our mission.

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On May 30th, 2008, images of an uncontacted tribe hit the mainstream media with shock and awe.  They displayed red and black painted figures pointing arrows at the hovering aircraft above.  This tribe had never made contact with the outside world.  As soon as we saw this we began our preparations to reach tribes just like that one.

Almost one-year later we bumped our way over the twisted jungles in a small floatplane.  Our destination—a remote Amazon tributary.  Our mission—first contact.  This wasn’t just first contact for the gospel, but first contact for anything.  The tribe we were attempting to reach was much like the ones pictured in the spectacular photos, but living in a different area.

First contact is much more difficult than one might think.  There is no known language, other than commonalities of root tribal dialects, there is no assurance of peaceful contact, and there is no knowledge that this tribe wants to be contacted.  Questions, and important ones at that, but all the answers were in the jungle.

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Landing on the shores of a muddy river we set up camp at a small village that would be our headquarters.  Our expedition party was 7-members and thousands of prayer warriors (You!).  The team on the ground was two local Bushmen from the village, two bush pastors, one translator, and the two of us.  Immediately we set ourselves to interviewing locals at this small village and piecing together where we might make contact.  The rivers and tributaries of the Amazon basin were now receding, as dry season approached, and this was the time of year in the past that most sightings occurred.

First, we wanted to gather the most accurate information and interview as many people in various villages as possible.  In our interviews, two stories stood out the most to us.  The first was of an older man, who recently while hunting a bird deep in the jungle noticed something as he aimed his gun towards the treetops.  Sensing a presence he looked over and saw two males from this uncontacted tribe hunting the same bird.  They approached him in a friendly manner and started to speak.  He said he could not understand them, but will never forget what they looked like.  He said they were naked, save a small string tied around their waste, holding up their male member.  They had long hair, and strangely, beard hair that grew long below their jaw line.  He ran away in fear and didn’t stop running until he reached the river 5 KM from his village.  The second story occurred only 15 days ago and was told to us from the brother of one of the pastors on our team.  He said he was hunting in the jungle 6-hours from our current location, and upon coming over a small hill in the jungle, he looked down to see four males from this mysterious tribe fishing in a stream with spears.  He watched them for a minute and then ran away.  They were close, and in the area, but nomadic, so it was important for us to head into the jungle right away.

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The existence of this uncontacted tribe had been confirmed by more than just the villagers living in the area, but by anthropologists and the scientific community as well.  We interviewed dozens of eyewitnesses and used resources from our previous research to pin point locations on the GPS where the tribe had been spotted the most.  In rare circumstances the tribe had even been seen on the shore of the large river collecting turtle eggs.  We were ready to head into the jungle and start our search.

All the stories of brief contact with the villagers led us to believe this tribe was just as curious of outsiders as we were of them.  The evidence also suggested they had tried to make contact in the past, but were fearful.  Both peoples seemed to be afraid of each other, setting up an uneasy feeling between each tribe.  At first, before we even arrived in the village, we had heard only negative stories about this uncontacted tribe’s behavior, and even threatening stories about violent encounters, but after our interviews we concluded that this was not the case.  Eyewitness reports confirmed their described behavior was more curious than threatening.

For contact, before we entered the jungle, we left it up to the Lord.  Perhaps they do not want to be contacted?  We cannot force contact or in the same right presume they do not want to have any.  God made himself evident to all mankind through his creation (Romans 1:19-20).  Our mission was to give this tribe the choice to make peaceful contact with us.

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So we set off into the harsh jungles and readied ourselves for whatever we might face… Part Two coming next month.

With your help in prayers and finances we are able to conduct gospel expeditions like the uncontacted journey.  Your help is needed more than ever as we attempt to bring the gospel where it has never gone before.  Our mission is not only to speak the good news, but also to carry that message to all mankind.  Together we can do this and finally fulfill Matt. 24:14!  Let us reach beyond ourselves and touch the unknown with the life saving message of Christ Jesus!  Please consider supporting us through a one-time gift or monthly support.  Our next missions include: Anti-Narcotics missions in Colombia, first contacts, and island revival campaigns.  You are family to us and your support is treasured and needed.  Peace be with you.

In Him, Tim and Will

May '09 Newsletter

Dear Friends, Greetings in the Lord.  We want to thank you for your prayers over the last month, as they have opened the door for the gospel in an area that has been held in darkness.  It is with your help that we tread new paths and deliver the message of hope, so please continue in every way.

This month we would like to share about our time in Potosi, Bolivia.  Potosi is a high altitude town (13,500 feet) in the southern regions of Bolivia.  At first glance, when one arrives, you would think it was just like any other Bolivian town, but Potosi has a history that literally shaped the course of the world.

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In 1546, the city of Potosi was founded, and by the end of the 16th century it was the richest city in the world!  How, one might ask? —Silver.  There is one distinctive geographical feature that separates Potosi from any other city, and that is the towering mountain that sits above it called Cerro Rico (Rich Mountain).  The mountain of Cerro Rico was the richest silver mine in the world from 1560-1800.  It was the breadbasket of the Spanish Empire and where the majority of the Spanish wealth was derived.  Ever wonder where Spain got their money to build the mighty Spanish Armada?  Answer—Cerro Rico.

By 1672, a mint was established, in Potosi, to coin silver and water reservoirs were built to fulfill the growing population's needs. At that time, more than eighty-six churches were built and the city's population increased to nearly 200,000, making it one of the largest and wealthiest cities in Latin America and in the world.  At that time, Potosi had a larger population than Paris, Madrid, or London.

Unfortunately, such wealth came at extreme costs.  Over eight million people were killed by forced labor in the mines and the religious manipulation of the Spanish Catholic Church caused effects that still keep the people of Potosi in darkness.

Now jump ahead to Potosi 2009.  Arriving in the city of Potosi you immediately see the view of defunct colonial churches and the towering sight of Cerro Rico.  The mines are still worked today, mostly by locals who brave the deep tunnels to extract silver by hand.  Our mission was to minister to the miners of Cerro Rico and bring the gospel to Potosi.  There are no foreign missionaries working in Potosi and the spiritual climate is very dark.

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One story we heard, before we entered the mines, was the active worship of the devil inside Cerro Rico.  The history behind this was shocking.  It all started when the Spanish felt it necessary to motivate the slaves that worked the mountain.  So, Spanish authorities created a god that the slaves could worship inside the mines.  Also, because they deemed slaves less than human, standard Catholic Christ and Mary worship weren’t a consideration.  The Spanish thought the slaves (many of them darker skinned Africans and local Indians) were sons of the devil, so they ought to worship Satan, as they were already damned to hell anyways.  The Spanish told the miners these demon idols were God.  In the Spanish language God is called Dios, but the local Indians couldn’t pronounce the letter D so they quickly called the idols Tio.  Or El Tio, which means, The Uncle in Spanish. When we traveled deep inside the mines we came across the Tio idols and witnessed the miners who still worship them as God.  We saw Tio idols dating as far back as the 16th century.  So with all that back-story our mission was set to bring the truth.

Five separate days we moved deep inside the mines sometimes traveling as far as 4km and crawling through openings only 18-inches.  The gases, silica and asbestos caused us to cough uncontrollably at times, and certain mine shafts that we entered were over 100 degrees in temperature.  The detonations of dynamite kept us all on edge and it wasn’t hard to see why most miners only last 10-15 years in these conditions.   But the biggest killer inside the mines isn’t explosions or tunnel collapses, but lung disease and toxic fumes.

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As we traveled deeper and deeper every day we delivered gospel tracks and small $2 solar powered radios tuned to a Bolivian gospel radio station to each miner we came across.  We also talked with miners in small groups as they chipped away at the rock.  One man we talked to was killed 6-days later when toxic gases overcame him in the very area we chatted.  This might have been the only chance for him to hear the gospel.  Outside the mines we also ministered to women who sorted through the rubble looking for discarded minerals (women are not allowed to work inside the mine because it is considered back luck).  In one circumstance we ministered to two elderly ladies.  One of the ladies was 81-years old and had worked outside of the mines picking through rocks for 50 years.  She told us she made .20 - .50 cents a day for her work.  We prayed and shared the word with them and they were grateful to hear the gospel.  They were also thankful to receive the small gospel radios and turned them on right away.

In our travels to Bolivia we found an area with a rich and dark history that once was the center of the world.  But today this area has been forgotten.  We need more laborers to be sent into the harvest.  If a city like Potosi, which was once the largest and richest in the world, could be forgotten, no city in the world is safe.  We must speak the message and be bold to take the gospel everywhere.

Your prayers and support have enabled us to reach places like Potosi and establish the beginnings of something great with the local ministries in Bolivia.  We will need your support more than ever as our next mission will bring us to an uncontacted tribe in Peru.  The journey will be long and difficult, but with your prayers, a hedge of protection is around us and with your giving we have the means to make such journeys.  Please consider supporting Travel the Road through a one-time gift or monthly donation.  Your support is critical and we need it more than ever, as together we attempt to complete the great commission.

In Him,

Tim and Will