17 years ago, The Workmans packed up their life, moved to Uganda, and started Okoa Refuge. What started as a home for children in need has turned into many different projects transforming communities and spreading the gospel throughout Uganda and beyond. Their relentless pursuit to just go where God is calling has fueled this ministry beyond their wildest imaginations. In partnership with the government, they are quite literally changing the entire landscape of their community. And it hasn’t been without suffering.

What you’ll hear in this episode is a family and ministry who chooses hard things knowing they serve a good God who has called and appointed them for such a time as this. My hope is that you are encouraged in your own journey to choose the hard knowing how good the God we serve is.

To learn more about Okoa Refuge and to get involved in their efforts, go to okoarefuge.org or follow them on Instagram @okoarefuge

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This week we are sitting down with my very own pastor, Joby Martin. Inside of every man is the question, “do I have what it takes?”. We talk about where that originates and how the ache of risk, danger, and adventure lives inside of every man. This world has tried hard to dull it, but the Bible says otherwise. It was such a fun conversation about how all of us can play a part in cultivating space for our men to flourish. Because where men lead and love well, everyone flourishes. 

Be sure to buy Pastor Joby’s book, Stand Firm and Act Like Men, anywhere books are sold. It’s for any man and anyone that knows a man 😉

Follow along with Pastor Joby @jobypmartin

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In today's audio only episode, I sit down with my friend and Bible teacher, Caitlin Armstrong, to process what has been happening in our country this past week alongside the truth of who God is and what His Word says.

We know it's been a heavy week and at the same time, we are seeing God move in a mighty way in His Church and this country. We hold onto a hope beyond what we can see knowing we serve a real and good God.

Scriptures we reference:

Habakkuk 1

Luke 6:27-28

Acts 7

Key takeaways:

1. Guard your inputs

2. Anchor in scripture

3. Pray for our enemies

4. Share your faith

Due to the last minute nature, this episode is audio only from our Patreon community. We’d love for you to join us on Patreon for $5/month to get weekly conversations with Ali Parsons and Caitlin Armstrong. To sign up, go to patreon.com/Neighborspodcast

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If there is someone who has wrestled out what the intersection between faith and work is, it’s Jordan Raynor. With his spitfire energy and unique lens at which he evaluates the character and nature of God, he shows us this beautiful integration between work and faith. He unpacks what it means that God is a working God and why that matters in your life whether you are a CEO, stay at home mom, or garbage collector. We get super practical (always a win) with disciplines you can start implementing into your life right now! 

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If you need a story of God’s relentless pursuit of us, despite our brokenness, this story is for you. Hunter and Alan have walked the hard road of addiction and running from God to now living a life telling people about the goodness of God’s pursuit and healing. Their vulnerability and willingness to be an “open book” in order to help others raise their hands who need help is inspiring and humbling. They challenged me to think about the parts of my life I am not surrendering and the freedom that awaits when we lay it all in front of the Lord time and time again.

Follow along with the Orcutts - @theorcutts

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This week, we have the leadership guru of gurus on the podcast. Brad Lomenick is here to blow up your life (kidding, but not really) in the best way. He will challenge anyone, no matter age or season of life, to press in on what your calling is and how God has uniquely wired YOU to do what only you can do through the power of Jesus. 

You're going to want to take notes on this :) and listen and re-listen. 

And follow along with all Brad is doing @bradlomenick and https://www.bradlomenick.com/

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Do you ever find yourself going through the motions of life? Like life is happening to you, but if you stop and feel life, you may not make it. Rachel Awtrey has been through her fair share of hard seasons, yet she has found the secret place of joy in those moments that Jesus promises us. 

In this week's episode, we talk about some of those hard seasons that led to this book and how she stays rooted in truth no matter what her circumstances say. We talk about God as a God of enjoyment and fun and let's be honest, we all could stand to re-gain a bit of enjoyment and fun in our life.

Make sure to grab a copy of Rachel's new book anywhere books are sold! 

And follow along with all Rachel is doing @Rachel.awtrey and @realtalkwithrachelawtrey

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If there is one woman I want to grow up and be like, it's probably Reina Cherry. You may not know her name, but her impact can be felt amongst hundreds of women that she has discipled and cared for over decades of ministry. She makes more disciples than cookies (and she makes a LOT of cookies - shout out Reina Cookies). She is fiercely devoted to a life centered around Christ and inviting other people into that life. And she is absolutely hilarious. 

She is the goal and I am honored that I got to share time with her.

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Life has dealt Jeramiah a hand he maybe wouldn’t have picked for himself. But, God. Because of His faith in Jesus, Jeramiah has chosen a different path. One of joy and gratitude. One of hard work and generational legacy. His testimony is one of deep struggle and pain, but also one of big redemption, big healing, and big hope. 

No matter where you find yourself, no matter the circumstances, God is bigger and we know He’s good. It’s messages like Jeramiah’s that remind us of this vital truth. 

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We all have a story. We all have many life experiences, big and small, that make up who we are - the lights and the shadows. 

What’s wild is we may not even realize how parts of our story play out in our everyday lives. 

This week, I sat down with Tori Hein.  She is a trauma-informed coach with Freedom Movement who wants to see all people walk in freedom through the power of Jesus Christ. She shares her story of hurt and healing and how much more alive she is by not white knuckling life any longer and surrendering it all to Jesus. 

Anytime, I talk to Tori or hear her teach, I am encouraged and challenged to keep surrendering, knowing His ways are better. 

Also, she’s giving any Neighbors fans $100 (!!) off their course. They also have a free version you can start with to see if it’s for you. 

Reclaim Your Story Free Course: https://www.wearefm.org/offers/K4eQhfEZ/checkout

Freedom Academy Online: https://www.wearefm.org/offers/Vo5Gmhu4/checkout

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