Want to know how you can double your monthly donations this December? Statistics show that missionaries who take a few simple steps can significantly increase year-end giving—and in some cases, receive more in the final four days of the year than any other month. 

In this episode, Modern Day Missions president and financial consultant Elias Reyes shares how to make the most of this golden opportunity. Whether you’re nervous about overwhelming your donors or just unsure where to start, this conversation will give you practical tools, clear strategy, and the confidence to finish your year strong.

 

In This Episode You’ll Learn:

• Why the last four days of December are so critical for missionary fundraising
• How to make a clear, confident ask without overwhelming your donors
• What kind of messages to send—and when to send them—for the best results
• How gratitude and follow-up can lead to long-term donor connection
• How to set everything up in advance so you’re not scrambling during the holidays

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What’s really going on when you feel numb, irritable, or disconnected on the field—even when you’re doing what God has called you to do? 

Why do high-functioning workers sometimes shut down emotionally, pull away from others, or lose the ability to feel God’s presence? How does long-term pressure affect your brain—and what can you do to move toward restoration? 

If connection feels hard, there’s a reason—and a way through it. Psychiatrist Dr. Karl Lehman breaks down the neuroscience behind relational and spiritual disconnection.

You’ll learn why your brain sometimes shuts down connection as a survival mechanism, what “relational circuits” are, and how understanding them can help you re-engage with God, your community, and even your own emotions. Dr. Lehman shares tools you can use when you're feeling burned out, distant, or just stuck — and how Jesus meets us right in the middle of it.

Whether you're feeling fried or just wanting to learn how to connect more deeply with God and those around you, this episode offers insight and hope for reconnecting in the midst of pressure.

 

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• What happens in your brain during stress—and why it impacts your ability to connect
• Why even high-capacity missionaries can feel numb, withdrawn, or disconnected
• How “relational circuits” work—and simple ways to help them come back online
• Practical tools to help you re-engage with God, people, and your own emotions
• How Jesus meets us with gentleness and presence, even when we feel shut down

Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions, we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionaries worldwide, we free you to focus on your calling. We also offer resources like our weekly podcast, fundraising coaching, and a resource-packed newsletter. Connect with us at modernday.org

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What if the support you need is waiting on the other side of a bold conversation with the right person? Many missionaries feel unsure about how to connect with business leaders—and even more unsure about how to talk about money. But what if those very people are called to partner with you?

In this encore episode, we revisit our conversation with Lee Domingue—entrepreneur, author, and founder of Kingdom Builders. Lee offers a compelling vision for how missionaries and business leaders can join forces for global impact. He shares practical wisdom for building trust, communicating your calling clearly, and forming partnerships that advance the Gospel and energize both sides.

If you’ve ever struggled to raise support or wondered how to engage churches and donors with more clarity and confidence, this episode is packed with fresh perspective and encouragement.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How to connect with business leaders who care about Kingdom impact
• Why fundraising isn’t just about asking—it’s about alignment and vision
• How to clearly and confidently communicate the “why” behind your mission
• What Kingdom Builders is—and why it’s changing the conversation around missions funding
• Why spiritual partnership often leads to greater financial provision

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What if the pushback you're getting from Gen Z missionaries isn’t rebellion—but an invitation to lead differently? Many leaders are navigating cross-generational tension in missions, unsure how to guide and motivate a generation that values autonomy, mental health, and meaning over traditional hierarchies and hustle culture.

In this conversation, leadership expert Dr. Tim Elmore joins us to unpack the cultural shift happening on the mission field. Drawing from decades of research and his new book, The Future Begins with Z, Tim explores what Gen Z needs most from their leaders—and why trusting them may be the key to shaping the future of missions. Whether you’re mentoring young missionaries or are one yourself, this episode will stretch your perspective and encourage healthy leadership that goes both ways.

 

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• Why Gen Z often pushes back against authority—and how to respond without losing influence
• The surprising leadership shift required to gain trust from the next generation
• How to use the P.E.R.K.S. framework to better understand and empower Gen Z teammates
• What Gen Z’s focus on mental health and sustainability reveals about their view of missions
• How to lead with both wisdom and humility—creating space for Gen Z’s strengths to thrive

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What happens when your identity in Christ feels solid, but deep down, you’re still exhausted, fragmented, and unsure who you really are? Many missionaries live in a cycle of spiritual striving and internal disintegration—even while faithfully serving. The result? Burnout, weariness, and a haunting sense that something is off, even if they can’t name it.

This conversation gently opens the door to a new way of living. Our guest is Cheryl Scanlan—Master Certified Coach, director of Promised Land Living, and author of The Way of Rest. Together, we unpack the deep internal exhaustion that so many missionaries experience, and the quiet fragmentation that can happen when identity gets wrapped in ministry activity. Cheryl walks us through her seven-step process to move out of striving and into wholeness, rest, and delight in Christ.

If you’re longing for more than just surviving, this episode offers powerful insight and practical steps toward soul-deep restoration.

 

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• How internal exhaustion can persist—even when you're doing what God has called you to do
• What it means to live with powerful dependence on God, not self-sufficiency
• Why spiritual burnout often stems from identity wrapped in performance
• How to notice your personal red flags that you're living from the false self
• What Cheryl’s seven-step shift process is—and how it leads to rest, delight, and reintegration

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What are missionary kids really carrying—and what can adults do to help lighten the load? From the pressure to perform, to the fear of disappointing others, MKs often carry invisible expectations they didn’t choose and can’t always name. These burdens can shape everything from their identity to their view of God.

In this conversation, we explore the emotional and spiritual weight many missionary kids carry and what it means to support them with greater empathy, patience, and grace. Our guest is Michèle Phoenix—author of Pieces of Purple, MK advocate, and lifelong TCK. Drawing from decades of personal experience and professional work with MKs, Michèle unpacks some of the most misunderstood parts of the MK journey and offers practical insight for families and leaders alike.

Whether you’re raising an MK, mentoring one, or unpacking your own experience growing up between worlds, this episode offers a compassionate lens and helpful tools for the journey.

Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions, we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionaries worldwide, we free you to focus on your calling. We also offer resources like our weekly podcast, fundraising coaching, and a resource-packed newsletter. Connect with us at modernday.org

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Ever hosted a short-term mission team and wondered, Was that really worth it? Or maybe you're gearing up for your next one and already feeling the weight of logistics, expectations, and exhaustion.

In this episode, Jesse and Andrea Kroeze—leaders of Touch the World and seasoned missionaries—offer a fresh take on how short-term teams can become a strategic blessing instead of a draining burden. Having lived both as hosts and senders, they bring hard-earned wisdom, practical tools, and bold encouragement to help you align teams with your long-term mission.

If you've ever questioned how to make teams work for you (and not the other way around), this episode is for you.

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Gen Z is stepping onto the mission field with big questions on their hearts. Is missions moral? Does the West still have a role to play? How do you navigate support raising in today’s world? And what does healthy emotional and spiritual sustainability really look like?

In this conversation, Mark Matlock—author, Insight Lead at Barna, and Executive Director of Urbana—helps us understand the shifts happening with today’s young adults. He shares how their imagination, honesty, and bold questions are shaping the future of missions, and what leaders can do to walk alongside them with wisdom and hope.

Whether you’re a young missionary yourself or mentoring the next generation, this episode will spark fresh insight into how Gen Z is changing the way we think about calling, leadership, and global missions.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• The tough questions Gen Z is asking about missions and why they matter
• How their imagination and creativity are reshaping global ministry
• Why mental health and emotional honesty are becoming strengths on the field
• Practical ways Gen Z can connect with supporters in their own style
• How older generations can mentor without shutting down curiosity

Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions, we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionaries worldwide, we free you to focus on your calling. We also offer resources like our weekly podcast, fundraising coaching, and a resource-packed newsletter. Connect with us at modernday.org

Thanks for listening! Email us your questions at [email protected]

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Are you frustrated by fundraising? Feeling stuck, under-supported, or embarrassed about the whole process?

In this episode, Dr. Steve Shadrach, author of The God Ask and one of the leading voices in personal support raising, helps reframe fundraising not just as a financial task but as a deeply spiritual journey. With decades of experience mentoring and training missionaries, Steve shares the fears that keep us from asking, the beliefs about God that shape our support journey, and why staying fully funded is one of the greatest ways to sustain your calling long term.

Whether you’re just getting started, stuck in the middle, or needing to re-engage supporters after time on the field, this episode will challenge and encourage you to take bold, faith-filled action.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How fundraising can actually be a spiritual battle (and why it feels so hard sometimes)
• What “The God Ask” really means and how it can shift the way you approach support raising
• Why your view of God matters way more than you think when it comes to asking and receiving
• The simple prep most missionaries skip that makes support meetings go way better
• What it really takes to stay fully funded long term and why it’s worth it

Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions, we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionaries worldwide, we free you to focus on your calling. We also offer resources like our weekly podcast, fundraising coaching, and a resource-packed newsletter. Connect with us at modernday.org

Thanks for listening! Email us your questions at [email protected]

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Do you ever struggle with knowing how to keep your team motivated? Especially when the work is hard, the stakes are high, and the pay is low (or non-existent)? How can you create a team culture of health from the top down?

In this encore episode, we sit down with Nic and Rachael Billman, founders of Shores of Grace. They have spent over 14 years leading missionaries and staff in Brazil. They open up about the challenges and rewards of managing complex teams, from balancing paid staff and volunteers to navigating the complexities of cross-cultural leadership.

You’ll hear their practical tips on keeping teams unified, motivated, and healthy—plus some personal stories that are sure to resonate with anyone leading in ministry. Whether you’re running a small team or a large ministry, this conversation will inspire you with fresh ideas for leading your team in an effective and healthy way.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to keep your team motivated, even when life gets tough
• Simple ways to build unity across different cultures and personalities
• Practical ways to set a sustainable pace for your team’s long-term success
• Tips for handling conflict and keeping relationships healthy
• Why focusing on relationships and care makes all the difference in ministry

Hey missionaries—how are your finances on the field? At Modern Day Missions, we make it simple for missionaries to receive donations and for donors to give. Serving 1,100+ missionaries worldwide, we free you to focus on your calling. We also offer resources like our weekly podcast, fundraising coaching, and a resource-packed newsletter. Connect with us at modernday.org

Thanks for listening! Email us your questions at [email protected]

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