There are many such unreached people in our own countries. There were 1.2 million seafarers in 1995, and most likely this number is much higher today. Among the many different nationalities of seamen, many are from countries a missionary is not allowed to enter. However, ships full of crewmen from these countries run to many western ports where no one polices them and therefore they are much more willing to accept the gospel. By placing Scriptures into the hands of seamen we get the Word of God into the farthest corners of the world.
Seamen are often very lonely on board, sometimes without any chance to go ashore.
They often work with many nationalities, some of whom they might find it hard with which to even communicate. Because of this isolation they are sometimes more inclined to read the Bible or watch the Jesus video in their own language. They often do this more than people who are ashore. And for Muslims, Buddhists, and Hindus, there may be few better opportunities for them to receive the gospel than when they are on board ships. The present situation in the various ports worldwide Sadly, this unique ministry is neglected today by churches and missions agencies.