In this episode of Amazon to the Himalayas, host Paul Akin speaks with Pastor Paul Reese, lead pastor of Charlotte Chapel in Edinburgh, Scotland. Paul shares his journey from a Christian upbringing in Cardiff, Wales, to leading one of the UK’s historic evangelical churches. They discuss the unique challenges and gospel opportunities in Scotland, the state of the evangelical church in Edinburgh and across the UK, and signs of renewed spiritual interest among younger generations. Drawing on more than 16 years at Charlotte Chapel, Reese reflects on cultivating a mission-shaped congregation, church planting and revitalization, and the importance of prayer, community engagement, and a faithful biblical foundation for gospel ministry both locally and globally.

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