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- Reaching the Unreached: How to Show the Glory of God to the World, with Duane Frasier of the Joshua Project - EM229Have you considered what you can do to help reach those who seem to have no chance of hearing the Gospel? Even if you aren't called to "go" you'll be inspired by what Duane Frasier shares about the Joshua Project.35 min
- Open Doors Are Opportunities: Obeying God in the World, with James Sharp – EM228
God has a way of teaching us how to love others, even when it’s messy. James Sharp joins in to talk about how God has shown him that lesson and where God is leading him in ministry. Over the next few years, he plans on partnering with a ministry to spread the Gospel in a creative access country in Asia.
James has been ministering in Nicaragua for some time now, and he looks forward to following God’s open door to Asia. In the episode, he shares about his ministry experiences and what he looks forward to in this next step of ministry.
What We Talked About
- 00:24 - Episode summary
- 01:23 - Introduction
- 01:57 - A vision for the future
- 03:09 - How did God lead you in transition?
- 05:39 - Finding the beauty in the mess
- 07:05 - A long-term perspective in life
- 08:32 - How do you balance your time?
- 09:38 - God’s work in times of difficulty
- 13:03 - Walking in the knowledge of need
- 14:20 - How do you culturally prepare for ministry?
- 16:41 - The honor-shame culture in Scripture
- 17:41 - Working towards God’s glory
- 19:47 - What surprised you over the last few months?
- 23:45 - The value of different callings
- 25:33 - God’s guiding hand over time
- 28:52 - Ways of creative access
- 30:38 - Challenges of following God’s plan
- 33:06 - What would you tell others about your experiences?
- 35:07 - Internet and book resources
- 35:59 - How can we best pray for you?
- 37:00 - Ways to connect and partner
- 39:09 - Closing thoughts
Episode Resources
- http://honorshame.com
- Saving God’s Face by Jackson Wu
- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CL4D7IA
- Communicating Christ Cross-Culturally by David Hesselgrave
- https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310368111
- Through the Gates of Splendor by Elisabeth Elliot
- https://www.amazon.com/dp/0842371524
- The God Ask by Steve Shadrach
- https://www.amazon.com/dp/098251073X
Contact Info
- Phone: 318-669-7987
- http://www.willingtogo.com
- http://www.jamesedwardsharp.com
Show Links
- Facebook: @EngagingMissions
- Messenger: @EngagingMissions
- Twitter: @EngagingMission
- Leave a Voicemail: https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail
- Become a Patron: https://engagingmissions.com/patron
- Subscribe: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe
43 min - Open Doors Are Opportunities: Obeying God in the World, with Sharp Nicaragua Missionary - EM228Preparation is important but how long is too long to be preparing? James Sharp shares a long-term vision for ministry in Asia, his work in Nicaragua, and how God's guided his life.42 min
- The Power of Learning: How to Serve God Cross-Culturally, with Jean Johnson – EM227
In ministry, it can be easy to look for quick results and noticeable numbers instead of what is helping the community. Jean Johnson joins in to talk about the value of learning from other cultures and serving them well.
After nearly 30 years of ministry involvement, she has a lot to share and discuss. She has spent many years working in Cambodia as a church planter, and now she helps people learn from her experiences. More than anything, she wants people to know Jesus more in their own culture and find Him there.
- 00:33 - Episode summary
- 01:44 - Introduction
- 02:08 - When things go right in ministry
- 05:10 - Finding the solution in the problem
- 06:52 - Where did your heart for missions come from?
- 09:44 - A missing information gap
- 11:30 - Times of transition and revelation
- 15:29 - How to bridge the gap
- 20:25 - The beauty of the indigenous church
- 27:14 - Understanding worship through a cultural lens
- 30:20 - The different contexts of giving
- 42:25 - Internet and book resources
- 44:07 - How can we best pray for you?
- 47:36 - A word of encouragement
Guest Resources
- Website: http://fivestonesglobal.org
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fivestonesglobal.org
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/WeAreNotTheHero
- We are Not the Hero (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1937756459
Additional Resources
- The Dylan Dodson Faith and Life Podcast. Find that and more at MissionalAudio.com
Show Links
- Facebook: @EngagingMissions
- Messenger: @EngagingMissions
- Twitter: @EngagingMission
- Leave a Voicemail: https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail
- Become a Patron: https://engagingmissions.com/patron
- Subscribe: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe
54 min - 3 Stories of How God Heals People in the World, with Kirk De Venney – EM225
Hearing about the many miracles of God can be really encouraging. These kinds of stories can give us hope and can remind us of God’s goodness. In this week’s episode, Kirk Devenney joins us to share his own stories of God’s miraculous works.
For more than thirty years, Kirk has been involved in ministry, everywhere from Zimbabwe, to Zambia, to Guatemala. In all those places, God has been at work to bring healing and hope to many people. Join in and hear about how the Lord has been moving all over the world in Kirk’s ministry.
00:33 - Episode summary
01:38 - Introduction
02:05 - What’s going on in your life?
02:44 - Time back in the States
03:11 - Feeling the call of God
04:27 - Many surprises when entering ministry
05:49 - Having difficult conversations with God
07:03 - God’s call to obedience
09:01 - The transformative works of God
14:17 - Why don’t miracles happen as often in the States?
16:13 - The need for prayer and fasting
17:23 - A hunger or a need
18:46 - A book on miracles and healing
19:42 - The word of the testimony
20:18 - What should readers get out of the book?
20:50 - Stories of God’s miraculous works
28:52 - Finding hope when the answer doesn’t come
30:36 - The blood of the Lamb brings life
34:41 - How can we best pray for you?
35:53 - Ways to connect
36:19 - Podcast recommendation and closing thoughts
Guest Resources
- Personal Facebook:https://facebook.com/kirk.devenney
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ZAPOTEROARS/
Additional Resources
- The Wounded Shepherd podcast. Find that and more at MissionalAudio.com
Show Links
- Facebook: @EngagingMissions
- Messenger: @EngagingMissions
- Twitter: @EngagingMission
- Leave a Voicemail: https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail
- Become a Patron: https://engagingmissions.com/patron
- Subscribe: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe
41 min - 3 Stories of How God Heals People in the World, with Kirk De Venney – EM225Hearing about the many miracles of God can be really encouraging. These kinds of stories can give us hope and can remind us of God’s goodness. In this week’s episode, Kirk Devenney joins us to share his own stories of God’s miraculous works.For more than thirty years, Kirk has been involved in ministry, everywhere from Zimbabwe, to Zambia, to Guatemala. In all those places, God has been at work to bring healing and hope to many people. Join in and hear about how the Lord has been moving all over the world in Kirk’s ministry.What We Talked About* 00:33 – Episode summary* 01:38 – Introduction* 02:05 – What’s going on in your life?* 02:44 – Time back in the States* 03:11 – Feeling the call of God* 04:27 – Many surprises when entering ministry* 05:49 – Having difficult conversations with God* 07:03 – God’s call to obedience* 09:01 – The transformative works of God* 14:17 – Why don’t miracles happen as often in the States?* 16:13 – The need for prayer and fasting* 17:23 – A hunger or a need* 18:46 – A book on miracles and healing* 19:42 – The word of the testimony* 20:18 – What should readers get out of the book?* 20:50 – Stories of God’s miraculous works* 28:52 – Finding hope when the answer doesn’t come* 30:36 – The blood of the Lamb brings life* 34:41 – How can we best pray for you?* 35:53 – Ways to connect* 36:19 – Podcast recommendation and closing thoughtsResources & Contact Info* Personal Facebook:https://facebook.com/kirk.devenney* Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ZAPOTEROARS/Additional Resources*Show Links* Facebook: @engagingmissions* Messenger: @engagingmissions* Twitter: @engagingmission* Leave a Voicemail* Become a Patron* Listen for FreeFeedbackIf you'd have any comments or questions, you can always leave a comment in the show notes, leave a voicemail with SpeakPipe, or send an email to [email protected].Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”40 min
- Where in the World Are Your Neighbors? Love Them. – with Beth Watkins – EM224
Sometimes, plans don’t go exactly the way you think they will. In those times of transition, you have to learn how to trust God through it. That’s exactly what our guest, Beth Anne Watkins, talks about on the podcast. Over the last few years, she has served in Egypt, Sudan, and other countries.
During her time overseas, Beth faced a lot of difficulty, and she has learned more about God’s faithfulness through it. You can hear the joy and love of Christ in her voice, and her greatest desire is to love Him and love others deeply.
- 00:31 - Episode summary
- 01:30 - Introduction
- 01:57 - Kicked out of the country
- 04:27 - The normal life for international Christians
- 06:15 - How to pray for Christians across the world
- 07:26 - The presence of God in difficulty
- 10:05 - Growing through struggle
- 11:41 - How did God call you into missions?
- 13:22 - Moments of significance
- 14:28 - What were your initial goals of ministry?
- 15:23 - Time in Sudan and Egypt
- 17:08 - The struggle of evacuating Sudan
- 19:22 - Loving the vulnerable
- 20:10 - What does your husband do?
- 20:57 - A return to the US
- 22:56 - There is always a dream
- 23:53 - Continue walking in the calling
- 25:00 - Understanding sense of self
- 26:24 - How is the transition for your husband?
- 27:40 - The marketplace matters
- 29:50 - Internet and book resources
- 31:17 - How can we best pray for you?
- 32:10 - Closing comments and podcast recommendations
Guest Resources
- Email: Check Show Notes
- Website: iambethwatkins.com
- Instagram: @weareteamwatkins
- Facebook: @iambethwatkins
- Twitter: @iambethwatkins
- Walter Brueggemann books of sermons: https://amazon.com/dp/B005KM78X0/
- Assimilate or Go Home by D.L. Mayfield: https://amazon.com/dp/B018E25PZK
- Voice of Witness books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WQ5FRNM
Additional Resources
- No Campus Left podcast. Find that and more at MissionalAudio.com
Show Links
- Facebook: @EngagingMissions
- Messenger: @EngagingMissions
- Twitter: @EngagingMission
- Leave a Voicemail: https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail
- Become a Patron: https://engagingmissions.com/patron
- Subscribe: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe
36 min - Where in the World Are Your Neighbors? Love Them. – with Beth Watkins – EM224Sometimes, plans don’t go exactly the way you think they will. In those times of transition, you have to learn how to trust God through it. That’s exactly what our guest, Beth Anne Watkins, talks about on the podcast. Over the last few years, she has served in Egypt, Sudan, and other countries.During her time overseas, Beth faced a lot of difficulty, and she has learned more about God’s faithfulness through it. You can hear the joy and love of Christ in her voice, and her greatest desire is to love Him and love others deeply.What We Talked About* 00:31 – Episode summary* 01:30 – Introduction* 01:57 – Kicked out of the country* 04:27 – The normal life for international Christians* 06:15 – How to pray for Christians across the world* 07:26 – The presence of God in difficulty* 10:05 – Growing through struggle* 11:41 – How did God call you into missions?* 13:22 – Moments of significance* 14:28 – What were your initial goals of ministry?* 15:23 – Time in Sudan and Egypt* 17:08 – The struggle of evacuating Sudan* 19:22 – Loving the vulnerable* 20:10 – What does your husband do?* 20:57 – A return to the US* 22:56 – There is always a dream* 23:53 – Continue walking in the calling* 25:00 – Understanding sense of self* 26:24 – How is the transition for your husband?* 27:40 – The marketplace matters* 29:50 – Internet and book resources* 31:17 – How can we best pray for you?* 32:10 – Closing comments and podcast recommendationsResources & Contact Info* Email: Check Show Notes* Website: iambethwatkins.com* Instagram: @weareteamwatkins* Facebook: @iambethwatkins* Twitter: @iambethwatkins* Walter Brueggemann books of sermons: https://amazon.com/dp/B005KM78X0/* Assimilate or Go Home by D.L. Mayfield: https://amazon.com/dp/B018E25PZK* Voice of Witness books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WQ5FRNMShow Links* Facebook: @engagingmissions* Messenger: @engagingmissions* Twitter: @engagingmission* Leave a Voicemail* Become a Patron* Listen for FreeFeedbackIf you'd have any comments or questions, you can always leave a comment in the show notes, leave a voicemail with SpeakPipe, or send an email to [email protected].Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s35 min
- The Heart Language: How to Show Jesus in Poland , with Matthew Meyer – EM223
In ministry, the main point should always be to share the love of Jesus, and that’s exactly what Matthew Meyer works to do. Over the last few months, he and his wife have worked in Poland through IMB (a Christian missions organization). Having grown up in Alaska, he seems to be handling the cold weather well!
During their time in Poland, Matthew and his wife have been working with a local team on building and growing a church plant. Their goal is to expand the church plant into a second near the end of this year. In this episode, hear about his joys and challenges of ministry, the importance of heart languages, and the process of following Jesus.
- 00:32 - Episode summary
- 01:42 - Introduction
- 02:02 - Connections between Alaska and Poland
- 03:26 - The spiritual temperature of Poland
- 04:57 - Challenges of sharing the Gospel
- 09:17 - Bridging the Gap
- 11:51 - A college missions trip
- 14:38 - The impact of God’s revelation
- 16:46 - Following Jesus step by step
- 23:41 - The first day of Poland
- 26:15 - Sharing Christ with the Poles
- 31:27 - Is there anything that you miss?
- 34:11 - A call to missions
- 37:32 - Internet and book resources
- 38:42 - What can we pray for you?
- 41:08 - Podcast recommendation and closing comments
Guest Resources:
- Email: (check show notes)
- IMB Website: http://imb.org
Resources
- Doing Ministry Well, recommended from MissionalAudio.com
Show Links
- Facebook: @EngagingMissions
- Messenger: @EngagingMissions
- Twitter: @EngagingMission
- Leave a Voicemail: https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail
- Become a Patron: https://engagingmissions.com/patron
- Subscribe: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe
45 min - The Heart Language: How to Show Jesus in Poland, with Matthew Meyer – EM223In ministry, the main point should always be to share the love of Jesus, and that’s exactly what Matthew Meyer works to do. Over the last few months, he and his wife have worked in Poland through IMB (a Christian missions organization). Having grown up in Alaska, he seems to be handling the cold weather well!During their time in Poland, Matthew and his wife have been working with a local team on building and growing a church plant. Their goal is to expand the church plant into a second near the end of this year. In this episode, hear about his joys and challenges of ministry, the importance of heart languages, and the process of following Jesus.What We Talked About* 00:32 – Episode summary* 01:42 – Introduction* 02:02 – Connections between Alaska and Poland* 03:26 – The spiritual temperature of Poland* 04:57 – Challenges of sharing the Gospel* 09:17 – Bridging the Gap* 11:51 – A college missions trip* 14:38 – The impact of God’s revelation* 16:46 – Following Jesus step by step* 23:41 – The first day of Poland* 26:15 – Sharing Christ with the Poles* 31:27 – Is there anything that you miss?* 34:11 – A call to missions* 37:32 – Internet and book resources* 38:42 – What can we pray for you?* 41:08 – Podcast recommendation and closing commentsResources & Contact Info* Email: [email protected]* IMB Website: http://imb.orgShow Links* Facebook: @engagingmissions* Messenger: @engagingmissions* Twitter: @engagingmission* Leave a Voicemail* Become a Patron* Listen for FreeFeedbackIf you'd have any comments or questions, you can always leave a comment in the show notes, leave a voicemail with SpeakPipe, or send an email to [email protected].Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”44 min
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