In today's episode of the ADVANCE Podcast, Jonathan Shibley sits down with Pastor Paul Gidudu from the African nation of Uganda. Paul, a graduate of the David Shibley Institute, shares highlights from his impactful ministry that is bringing the hope of Christ to abandoned children, widows, and those in prison. They also discuss the great need for discipleship in Uganda, and Paul's commitment to developing and multiplying healthy pastoral leaders to build a Christian foundation that remains strong amidst Islamic influence. If you've ever wondered how Global Advance partners with catalytic church leaders around the world, you won't want to miss this episode!

In today's episode of the ADVANCE Podcast, Jonathan Shibley sits down with Pastor Charles Ikutiminu to discuss the current state of affairs and the most effective missions strategies for the continent of Africa. From Charles' rich experience and perspective as a Nigerian-American, they cover everything from the profound impact of marketplace missions, to addressing doctrinal error within the Church, and the urgent need for solidarity amid horrific persecution in Nigeria. You won't want to miss the depth of wisdom, encouragement, and passionate commitment to Africa's spiritual renewal and transformation shared throughout this conversation.

In this episode of the ADVANCE Podcast, Jonathan Shibley sits down with longtime friend Dr. Joel Tiemeyer, Senior Pastor of The Way Bible Church and Global Advance Senior Ambassador to Rwanda. From Joel's early days of church planting (beginning with three people in a hotel conference room) to Rwanda's inspiring changemakers, Jonathan and Joel dive into the trenches of the leadership journey. Through valley and mountaintop experiences, they highlight the significance of perseverance, consistency, finishing what you start, and God's redeeming grace that changes everything.

In today's episode of the ADVANCE Podcast, host Jonathan Shibley sits down with David and Ruby Paul from Sri Lanka, an island country in South Asia. While many are fleeing Sri Lanka due to significant, ongoing challenges, David and Ruby are committed to staying and rebuilding their nation through ministry outreach, economic development, and nurturing the next generation. Their vision for their church, perched atop a hill overlooking the city, symbolizes their mission: to be a beacon of hope and transformation as they shine God's light in the darkness.

In today's episode of the ADVANCE Podcast, host Jonathan Shibley sits down with Pastor Joel Manderfield to reflect on Colombia's remarkable journey from the grips of drug lord reign, the Manderfield family's dangerous welcome to the mission field, and how God's power is opening unbelievable doors to reach Latin America's next generation with the hope of Jesus. This episode is packed with practical encouragement to ignite your faith as you take that next obedient step and trust God for the outcome.

Today on the ADVANCE Podcast, Jonathan Shibley welcomes Baolerhu Ligden from East Asia. Baolerhu shares about the remarkable journey of faith and entrepreneurship in Mongolia, a nation nestled between Russia and China. Though Mongolia remains over 98% unreached with the gospel, God is moving powerfully to bring both spiritual and economic transformation through changemakers like Baolerhu. With a focus on kingdom entrepreneurship, Baolerhu discusses the five Cs crucial for nurturing an ecosystem of believers in the marketplace.

In today's episode of the ADVANCE Podcast, Global Advance Founder David Shibley and President Jonathan Shibley continue their discussion on the critical topic of leadership succession. They highlight the importance of staying true to the mission, honoring those who have gone before you while being who God's called YOU to be, and leaning on the Lord's strength through pressures and spiritual warfare. Whether you're leading a business, church, or organization, you'll learn practical wisdom for navigating the leadership transition process with faith, courage, and lasting impact.

In today's episode of the ADVANCE Podcast, Global Advance Founder David Shibley and President Jonathan Shibley draw from their own journey and insights as they dive into the critical topic of leadership succession. From careful preparation and preserving core values, to building on leader strengths while allowing for individual styles, you'll learn practical wisdom for navigating the leadership transition process. Whether you're leading a business, church, or organization, this episode is full of inspiring content to help equip leaders for lasting impact.

Global Advance president Jonathan Shibley and founder David Shibley continue their conversation on life-shaping, landmark moments of surrender. In this episode, you'll hear powerful stories of surrender that led to the founding of Global Advance and the launching of the organization's marketplace missions. They remind us that through a posture of personal humility, the Lord can use our lives to make an eternal difference as we continue to surrender to Him.

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As followers of Jesus, throughout our lives we will have landmark moments of submitting to His Lordship. Listen as Global Advance president Jonathan Shibley and founder David Shibley talk about significant, life-shaping moments of surrender. From the initial surrender moment of salvation, to the death of young David Shibley's father, the Shibleys remind us of Jesus' powerful words of encouragement, "... whoever loses their life for my sake will find it." Have you come to that point of fully surrendering your life to Jesus?

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Thanks for listening to the Advance Podcast, brought to you by Global Advance. For more inspiring content and practical applications to help you grow your faith and live on purpose, be sure to follow the show.

To learn more about how Global Advance is igniting courageous changemakers around the world, visit our WEBSITE: globaladvance.org

CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram • Facebook • LinkedIn

GET YOUR COPY of Marketplace Miracles, by Jonathan Shibley: A collection of powerful stories and practical tools to ignite believers in the marketplace to live on mission