Pursuing the Great Commission involves sharing the Word of God with all people in ways they can receive and understand. Yet for hundreds of millions around the world, meaningful access to Scripture remains out of reach. For many, the barrier is no longer whether Scripture exists in a language they understand, but whether the medium matches the person.

The UNESCO Institute for Statistics reports that approximately 739 million adults lack basic literacy skills, and many more have limited reading proficiency that can make sustained engagement with a text Bible difficult. Beyond literacy, some missions researchers estimate that nearly two-thirds of the world's population are oral learners. These are people who naturally receive and retain information through spoken word, regardless of their ability to read.

Existing audio Scripture solutions are a proven approach, but opportunities remain to improve usability and long-term serviceability. Relying on smartphones to carry audio Scripture to the nations comes with real barriers. Connectivity and technical literacy requirements for users to gain access are a significant hurdle. Additionally, smartphones introduce notifications, entertainment, and other distractions that can easily disrupt Scripture engagement. Dedicated audio Bible players address these problems effectively. However, we've found that many existing players still leave room for improvement in navigation, longevity, and field repairability.

ForM28's goal is to close that gap. We are developing an audio Bible device that is durable and easy to repair in the field for long service life, with an intuitive interface designed to enable fluid navigation through the Bible. By combining thoughtful interface design with accessible hardware, we aim to put distraction-free, self-contained audio Scripture into the hands of those who need to hear it most.