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In this episode of the 'Amazon to the Himalayas' podcast, host Paul Akin converses with veteran missionary Jesse, who has spent 19 years in South Asia, now living in a city with over 25 million people. They discuss the shift of global populations to urban centers and the unique challenges and opportunities this presents for missions. Jesse shares insights into his work starting from smaller cities to transitioning into a mega city, detailing strategic approaches to reach unreached people groups, both in rural and urban contexts. They touch on the complexities of city ministry, including family adjustments, the importance of deepening one's spiritual life, and the crucial role of local church partnerships in urban missions.
Mentioned in this episode:
Doctorate of Missiology at Southern Seminary
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In this episode of the 'Amazon to the Himalayas' podcast, host Paul Akin converses with veteran missionary Jesse, who has spent 19 years in South Asia, now living in a city with over 25 million people. They discuss the shift of global populations to urban centers and the unique challenges and opportunities this presents for missions. Jesse shares insights into his work starting from smaller cities to transitioning into a mega city, detailing strategic approaches to reach unreached people groups, both in rural and urban contexts. They touch on the complexities of city ministry, including family adjustments, the importance of deepening one's spiritual life, and the crucial role of local church partnerships in urban missions.
Mentioned in this episode:
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