In this episode, Jon and Jenny Moe share their experiences of living and serving in Papua New Guinea, particularly during a significant earthquake. They discuss the challenges of their mission work, the calling they felt to serve, and their unique lifestyle in a remote area. The conversation highlights their faith, resilience, and the community they serve. In this conversation, the the Moe's discuss the unique challenges and experiences of living and working among the Domung people in Papua New Guinea. They explore the geographical difficulties, the daily life of the locals, the importance of prayer in their mission, and the process of translation. The speakers also reflect on their personal journeys, the balance between family and mission work, and the significance of following God's calling in their lives. They emphasize the joy found in trials and the support they receive from JAARS and their church community.

Chapters

00:00 Experiencing the Earthquake in Papua New Guinea

09:56 The Calling to Missions: A Journey of Faith

20:10 Life in the Last Mile: Challenges and Experiences

23:05 The Unique Geography of the Finister Mountains

24:01 Building a Home in the Mountains

25:34 A Day in the Life of the Demung People

30:06 The Power of Prayer and Translation

32:24 The Journey to Becoming a Translator

36:35 Balancing Healthcare and Mission Work

40:01 Following God's Calling

44:08 Finding Joy in Trials

Keywords:

JAARS, earthquake, Papua New Guinea, missions, faith, calling, challenges, last mile, helicopter, community, service Finister Mountains, Domung people, Bible translation, missionary work, subsistence farming, prayer, linguistics, helicopter, God's calling, joy in trials, aviation

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