Engaging Missions

In this special episode, Bryan’s dad, Gordon Entzminger, joins in to talk about his involvement with US MAPS. This organization, run through Assemblies of God, partners with churches across the US to complete construction and evangelism projects. Gordon and his wife participate in this ministry while also working part time.

One noticeable part about Gordon is his strong relationship with the Lord. He talks about God’s faithfulness in his life, habits for spiritual growth, and how to walk in obedience. Also, he’s a reminder that a person is never too old to participate in ministry.

00:27 - Episode summary

01:47 - Introduction

02:21 - The eternal impact of ministry

03:15 - What is the common thread?

03:56 - Signs of faithfulness

04:30 - Did you expect to be in ministry?

05:30 - Would you change your story?

05:49 - Seeing God’s provision throughout life

06:50 - Daily practices of faith

07:54 - What has God shown you this year?

08:25 - Bringing light to the path ahead

09:20 - The catalyst towards ministry

10:44 - Learning to depend on others

11:25 - What is US MAPS?

12:33 - A growth in perspective

12:51 - Requirements of ministry

13:45 - Maintaining focus on ministry

14:12 - The challenges of Kingdom work

15:03 - Making priorities

15:30 - What makes it worth it?

16:01 - Bearing fruit through the work

17:13 - Doing what matters

17:59 - Not for you to know

18:57 - For those close to retirement

19:52 - Financial suggestions

21:29 - Book suggestions

22:05 - How can we pray for you?

22:39 - Ways to connect with you

23:05 - Closing remarks

Show Links

• Facebook: @EngagingMissions
• Messenger: @EngagingMissions
• Twitter: @EngagingMission
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Wondering what's going on with the Engaging Missions Show? Well, after some rest and hearing from you, we're returning strong but with some changes. Listen to learn more about what you can look forward to in 2018.

• 00:25 - Welcome! Here's what we're talking about
• 02:07 - What's been happening while the Engaging Missions Show has been on hiatus?
• 03:59 - Here's what I've learned about you!
• 06:44 - Here's what you shared is great about the Engaging Missions Show and what could be better.
• 09:10 - Here's what I'm planning for the Engaging Missions Show in 2018.
• 12:47 - Prayer requests and immediate needs.

Show Links

• Facebook: @EngagingMissions
• Messenger: @EngagingMissions
• Twitter: @EngagingMission
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When you see life as an act of worship, then that worship can spread into everyday things like losing weight. In this episode, Jeremy Rochford joins in to talk about his ministry as a weight loss trainer. He was a worship leader for some time, but now he sees his training as a form of worship and ministry.

Jeremy shares about his own weight loss story and how God impacted him through it. He is passionate about weight loss and using it as a form of ministry. Because of his story, he is able to tell people about what Jesus has done in his life.

• 00:24 - Episode summary
• 01:43 - Introduction
• 02:07 - What would you say to the past you?
• 03:35 - The role of a worship leader
• 05:40 - Using talents for the Kingdom
• 08:08 - How did you let people into the team?
• 12:08 - Screening for issues of the heart
• 17:12 - Involvement in church plants
• 17:39 - Was weight an issue in ministry?
• 27:17 - The transformation of obedience
• 33:53 - Physical and spiritual change
• 40:06 - The eternal value of weight loss training
• 42:35 - How can we best pray for you?
• 44:09 - Closing thoughts
• 44:42 - Podcast recommendation and updates

Guest Resources:

• Website: JeremyRochford.com
• Email: (check show notes)
• Facebook: @JeremyRochford
• Twitter: @JeremyRochford

Resources

• A Sent Life, recommended from MissionalAudio.com
• Global Initiative: https://engagingmissions.com/fund16 

Show Links

• Facebook: @EngagingMissions
• Messenger: @EngagingMissions
• Twitter: @EngagingMission
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God has some amazing ways of bringing things full circle. On this week’s podcast, Bob Druecker comes to talk about his work with the Karen people in the Nashville area. His story is filled with many twists and turns as God led him into this ministry. Because of the refugees from Karen, Bob was able to find his way back into ministry and help this community.

During the show, Bob shares various stories about his life. Also, he talks about a movie that was made based on his work with the Karen people through his church - All Saints. Through it all, God’s hand is clearly evident in his life and testimony.

• 00:24 - Episode Summary
• 01:55 - Introduction
• 02:19 - A transformation of the heart
• 08:09 - The moves of God for the underserved
• 09:45 - The story of the Karen in Nashville
• 15:09 - Results of being faithful
• 21:22 - Coming full circle in ministry
• 22:55 - What keeps you going in frustrating times?
• 24:07 - Changes in the future
• 26:19 - Unexpected events and adventures
• 29:54 - What is it like to come here?
• 35:23 - The emotional and spiritual needs of refugees
• 36:39 - How can we best pray for you?
• 37:28 - Closing thoughts
• 38:14 - Podcast recommendations and announcements

Resources

• Strike the Match, recommended from MissionalAudio.com
• Global Initiative: https://engagingmissions.com/fund16 

Show Links

• Facebook: @EngagingMissions
• Messenger: @EngagingMissions
• Twitter: @EngagingMission
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Whether you’re out and about or attending a missions event, it’s easy to miss opportunities. But the great new is that it’s not hard to take advantage of them if you do a few simple things.

Here’s what helped me make the most of a recent podcasting event. Even though I was the only faith-based podcaster there, I was able to make some great connections, find potential guests and listeners, and was encouraged because of what happened.

And not only did it encourage me and lead to new connections, I was able to pick up some ideas that I hope to use to improve THIS show.

Listen to discover what worked for me (and a couple of things I got wrong).

• 00:24 - Episode Summary
• 00:45 - Welcome new subscribers
• 01:17 - Opportunity to partner with Global Initiative
• 01:53 - Why it's important to be strategic when we're out and about.
• 04:15 - Do you like this format?

Before the Event

• 05:33 - Know why you're planning to go
• 06:52 - Build a rough plan
• 08:15 - Figure out what you need

During the Event

• 09:30 - Work your plan
• 10:11 - Be memorable and engaging
• 12:39 - Look for unexpected ideas, experiences, and opportunities
• 17:40 - Have ways to remember stuff

After the Event

• 18:39 - Debrief
• 19:53 - Build a plan
• 20:47 - Work the plan

Summary

• 21:24 - Just being out and attending isn't necessarily enough
• 21:32 - What are you going to do differently the next time you're out and about or headed to an event?
• 22:13 - Audio Book Recommendation

Episode Links

• Radical: http://amzn.to/2sAxrz7 
• Impact Filter: http://now.strategiccoach.com/10xtalk
• Missional Audio: http://missionalaudio.com 
• Global Initiative: https://engagingmissions.com/fund16 

Show Links

• Facebook: @EngagingMissions
• Messenger: @EngagingMissions
• Twitter: @EngagingMission
• Leave a Voicemail
• Become a Patron
• Subscribe to the Show

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.”

There's more than one way to approach a church service. Discover what happens when we make space for open sharing. How God leads and also protects His people - and what's coming next for Steve Simms and his church.

• Steve's Book: http://amzn.to/2zaAvmZ

The thought of allowing church members to share during a service is a new idea for most people. In Western church services, it’s usually worship, a sermon, and an altar call, with no time for people to speak. Today, Steve Simms comes to share about this unique format of “open sharing” and how he has used it for the last 9 years.

For nearly a decade, Steve and his wife led this kind of church in Nashville through Salvation Army. He has seen the Holy Spirit move and work through this ministry. Every week, he relies on the Lord to speak through the people who walk through their doors.

• 00:24 - Episode summary
• 01:13 - Introduction
• 03:02 - Rearranging church structure
• 04:22 - The benefits of open sharing
• 06:05 - Various stages of church experiences
• 07:53 - Sharing as an act of worship
• 09:55 - The challenges of ministry
• 12:27 - Learning from others about who God is
• 14:36 - What has God been teaching you recently?
• 16:28 - Conversations with God
• 18:24 - What is the “lost word” in Scripture?
• 20:47 - Understanding the meaning of the word
• 21:52 - The implications of seeing church rightly
• 23:15 - How do we live a life on mission?
• 26:17 - Looking for the assembly
• 28:11 - Training and leadership in the church
• 31:18 - What strengthens you in hard times?
• 32:48 - How clear is the path before you?
• 34:50 - Where can people buy your book?
• 36:46 - How can we best pray for you?
• 38:54 - Closing remarks
• 39:54 - Prayer requests

• Steve's Email (show notes page)
• Facebook: @Steve.Simms2
• Twitter: @CSteveSimms
• Website: https://stevesimms.wordpress.com/
• Steve's Book: http://amzn.to/2zaAvmZ 

• Facebook: @EngagingMissions
• Messenger: @EngagingMissions
• Twitter: @EngagingMission
• Leave a Voicemail
• Become a Patron
• Subscribe to the Show

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.”