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What is God doing in our world today? As Christians, we need to be aware of how we should be praying, and this often means getting beyond the mainstream headlines and asking God how we can respond to the news we hear. 

In this week’s episode, join Michael Thompson and special guest Ruth Kramer, producer of Mission Network News. Ruth has covered the news for more than three decades and is passionate about helping people engage effectively with gospel-centered news. Hear Ruth’s perspective on current events and learn how the ministry of MNN is helping fulfill OneWay’s goal of uniting believers in faithful prayer.

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What can Michael Thompson’s 1966 Mustang teach us about the Holy Spirit? On today’s episode, Michael remembers repairing the radiator on his first car, a vintage Mustang that would spew out steam. It wasn’t a favorite activity. Still, that memory is a picture of how the love of Christ should be a powerful force, pouring out to everyone around us. 

Hear about two encounters Michael had recently that were a human version of that broken radiator — but in this case, it was the joy of the Lord that was overflowing. You’ll be encouraged that God in His power can fill us with the joy and peace of Christ — in any circumstance!

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Have life struggles or world events got you down lately? Do you need a reminder that God is doing amazing things even today?  

In this week’s episode, join Michael Thompson and Brand New Day podcast producer Emily Neal for a Q&A focused on great things God is doing. You’ll hear personal stories from Michael’s life, as well as amazing reports from other parts of the world. 

Be encouraged by God’s work in a staff member’s family, as well as a call to persevere in what God has given you to do where you are today.

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Is there anything you are wishing for right now? Do you want to be a more disciplined person? Do you want to love people more? Know God’s peace? Experience more fruit in your life?

Why not ask God for those things?

In this week’s episode, Michael reminds us about God’s call to come with our thoughts and desires — to ask Him specifically instead of silently wishing. Listen and pray along with Michael as he prays through scripture passages as well as some of his own desires for God’s work in his life.

What dreams or goals have been on your heart and mind? Take this time today to think and talk honestly with God about them.

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The incredible story continues on this week’s podcast, as Michael Thompson recounts the second part of the story of the young man he met on the beach in West Africa. How will the boy’s family respond when they learn he has taken the dramatic step to turn from his Muslim background and accept Jesus as his Savior? 

You will be encouraged and amazed to hear not only what God did through that situation 20 years ago, but what He continues to do in that young man and his family to this day

Michael also explains how that encounter helped launch the ministry of OneWay. You’ll get caught up in the story of an 18-hour bus ride that united Michael with his friend’s father and set in motion OneWay’s ministry across Africa. 

If you’ve ever waited and prayed for years for God to work in someone’s heart, this episode will encourage you to keep going. It’s a story that offers proof that God hears and moves when we come to Him. 

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Is there someone in your life you can only hope and pray will ever come to Christ? Want to be encouraged that God still does the impossible? 

This week Michael shares the amazing story of a stranger God brought into his life and how He used that friendship in life-changing ways.

Be encouraged that God is willing and able to transform people in your life as you make yourself available to Him. 

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Sometimes when a message is really powerful, we need to hear it more than once.

That's why this week we are featuring an excerpt from last week's podcast featuring a compelling reflection on the recent crisis. If you missed it, we invite you to listen for the first time. If you heard it, we invite you to listen again, asking God what He would have for you in these words. 

Lastly, don't miss the opportunity to share this brief but poignant audio message with a friend. 

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What has moved you the most about the recent events in Afghanistan? Have you felt stirred to pray and even intervene in some way?

On today’s podcast, Michael is joined by his wife, Rachel, who shares the heart-searching thoughts she recently wrote as she processed the recent crisis. 

As we continue to watch and pray over this tragedy, may we be reminded about what God calls the Church to be about, not only in Afghanistan, but in the world.  

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What kind of person would others describe you as? Are you someone who’s more likely to see the silver lining in a situation or to complain? 

On this week’s podcast, Michael shares a personal experience that reminded him that our outlook on life is really a matter of choice and obedience and not one of circumstance. 

Want to be more content? Want to learn ways to make thanksgiving part of your prayers year-round? Listen in for tips on how to live with a thankful heart.

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What would you do if you were asked to repent publicly to a group you had wronged years ago? Would you run away? Pray they don’t get angry with you? Or show up and confess? 

After Michael Thompson learned a powerful lesson on repentance in college, he pondered this exact question. On this week's podcast, he recounts his life-changing journey to reconcile years of broken relationships.

Though a challenging, embarrassing and exhausting process, Michael was given a perspective to see the beauty that can be found in asking for forgiveness and being forgiven. Listen in to be challenged in your perspective of repentance.