In a world marked by thousands of languages, cultures, and nations, one question continues to shape the mission of the Church: How does the one gospel of Jesus Christ reach every people?

This July, the Lutheran Leader's Companion will host a three-week global course designed to explore that question — biblically, confessionally, and practically. Titled "One Gospel, Every Tongue," this live, multilingual Bible study brings together leaders from around the world to reflect on God's work across languages — from Babel to Pentecost to the final gathering before the throne.

This course is more than a study. It is also a live demonstration of what is now possible: faithful teaching delivered across language barriers in real time.

Why This Course Matters

From the beginning, language has played a central role in God's interaction with humanity.

At Babel, languages were confused and nations scattered. At Pentecost, languages were bridged so that the gospel could be heard. In Revelation, every language is gathered in worship before the Lamb.

This three-week course follows that arc, helping Lutheran leaders understand not only the theology of language — but also their place within God's ongoing mission.

At the same time, the course showcases a new reality: through multilingual technology, leaders can now teach, learn, and collaborate across languages in ways that were previously impossible.

Course Format

Participants will be able to hear and engage with teaching in their own language, even as instructors teach in another.

Tentative Schedule

Humanity, united in rebellion, seeks to "make a name" for itself. God intervenes — not only in judgment, but also in mercy — scattering people across the earth and confusing their language.

This session explores:

Leaders today continue to serve in the world Babel produced — a world of real linguistic and cultural barriers.

At Pentecost, God does something remarkable.

He does not erase language differences. He does not create a new universal language.

Instead, the Holy Spirit ensures that each person hears the gospel in their own language.

This session highlights:

From Pentecost to Luther's translation of Scripture, the Church has always insisted that the Word must be heard and understood. This is not simply practical — it is confessional.

The same conviction now drives multilingual ministry today.

The final session looks ahead to Revelation 7. There, John sees a great multitude:

Not erased. Not homogenized. But united in worship around the Lamb.

This session connects:

From Roman roads to the printing press to digital platforms, God has continually provided means for the spread of his Word. Today, multilingual technology becomes another tool to steward — never replacing the Spirit's work, but serving it.