Redeeming Missions

We need more people using their influence. Tanner sits down with pastor, author, and leadership coach Lyle Wells to have a conversation about the intersection of leadership and Christian missions. They tackle hard questions about accountability, authority, and credibility in the Church today. Lyle shares his definition of leadership and discusses what it means to take responsibility for your own behavior. Whether you’re in a workplace leadership role, a stay-at-home mom (or dad!), or someone skeptical about leadership in ministry, you’ll find something in this conversation for you. 

Lyle Wells is the president of Integrus Leadership, lead pastor of First Franklin Baptist, author of The Five-Day Leader, and a basketball enthusiast, trusted advisor, husband, and father. 

Show Notes 

Connect with Lyle: https://www.lylewells.com  

Follow Lyle on social media: @leadwithlyle  

Integrus Leadership: https://www.integrus.org  

Lyle’s book: https://www.the5dayleader.com  

Gordon Conwell research on the average Christian alive today: https://www.gordonconwell.edu/blog/100christians/  

We say we want to carry Christ to everyone, everywhere, but what does that actually mean? What does it look like, on the ground, with real people? In this episode, Tanner is joined by Every Home’s Prayer and Margins Director for Africa, Sarita Chitapa, to explore these very questions. 

Today, the average Christian is a woman living in the Global South. What is her experience like, in the Christian church and in her community? What is her calling? Will she be able to become who she was created to be? Sarita shares about her journey from being a “supportive ministry wife” to advocating for her own role and voice in the global fellowship of Every Home. She and Tanner discuss what it’s like to be a woman in Africa today and the unique way women are suited to reach people who are marginalized with the love of Christ. Sarita’s wisdom and perspective are vital to the conversation about Redeeming Missions. 

Sarita Chitapa serves as the Prayer and Margins Director for Every Home Africa. She has built and empowered a network of women across Africa who are carrying Christ to marginalized people groups in diverse and nuanced ways. 

Show Notes 

Follow Sarita on Instagram: @saritachitapa 

Read Sarita’s book, Born Different. 

Read more from Sarita on the Every Home blog 

Donate to Every Home Africa to support Sarita’s work on the ground.

Tanner sits down with singer/songwriter Cory Asbury for an honest conversation on this episode of Redeeming Missions. Cory opens up about his early days as a teenage worship leader, the struggles with his father as a young man, and the profound moments when God became real to him. He vulnerably shares about Christ’s nearness in the pain of his personal life that has inspired his award-winning music. You’ll find comfort in Cory’s encouragement to carry Christ in the simplicity of everyday kindness. 

Cory Asbury is a singer/songwriter whose album Reckless Love landed at the top of the Billboard Christian Albums chart, won two Dove Awards, and was nominated for a 2019 Grammy. Be sure to check out Cory’s latest album, Pioneer.  

Show Notes 

More from Cory Asbury: https://www.coryasbury.com  

Follow Cory on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coryasbury 

Find Cory on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coryasburymusic  

Cory’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKmcSqv0TcJMw_Bew0rawNQ  

“What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us…” —A.W. Tozer, The Knowledge of the Holy 

Tanner sits down with Dr. Rob Hoskins, president of OneHope, Inc., to talk about what

Rob shares his story of being born into missions, learning what it truly means to

 In addition to leading OneHope, Rob serves as senior advisor to the World

More from Rob Hoskins: https://robhoskins.onehope.net

Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robdeanhoskins

Find out more about Every Home for Christ.

Change Your World by John C. Maxwell and Rob

OneHope: https://onehope.net

Jim Collins: https://www.jimcollins.com

John C. Maxwell: https://www.maxwellleadership.com

More from Peter Drucker

Tanner sits down with author, artist, and pastor Glenn Packiam to talk about his upbringing in Malaysia and how that influenced his vocational calling. Glenn shares about his parents’ willingness to shift careers to become missionaries in their own country, opening up about the way he internalized his family’s call to missions. He uncovers the first book he ever wrote (as a young child) on “how to be an evangelist.” Tanner and Glenn discuss the origins of the word evangelism and what it means today in the context of western individualism. They wrestle through big questions on identity, anxiety, radical hospitality, and the revolutionary good news of the gospel. As always, Tanner ends by asking Glenn what it means to “carry Christ.” You’ll be astounded—and challenged—by the depth of his response. 

Glenn Packiam is the Lead Pastor of Rockharbor Church in Costa Mesa, CA. He’s the author of several books, including The Resilient Pastor, Blessed, Broken, Given, and his newest book co-authored with his wife, Holly, The Intentional Year. He is a Senior Fellow at Barna Group, an ordained priest with the Anglican Church of North America, and has written more than 65 worship songs.  

You can find Glenn at glennpackiam.com or on Instagram @gpackiam. 

Find out more about Every Home for Christ. 

SHOW NOTES 

George Müller Autobiography 

Andrew Peterson: Is He Worthy? 

Jean Twenge: Generations 

How does a devout Muslim from the Middle East fall in love with Jesus? In this episode, Tanner sits down with Danny, a ministry leader based in Lebanon, as he recounts the twists in his early life that revealed a common thread and eventually resulted in a profound encounter with Christ. 

Danny goes on to shed light on the perception that the Middle East is closed to the gospel while unveiling the struggle that Muslims must grapple with when faced with grace. 

As you listen, we invite you to soften your heart and allow your pre-conceived ideas to be challenged as your compassion for those living in darkness grows. 

In this episode, we uncover the personal story of a local leader whose initial skepticism toward Christianity transformed into an awe-inspiring conversion. Prepare to have your perspectives challenged as we address the common misconception that Christianity is solely a Western religion and discover the unique transformation and peace of mind that comes from embracing Christ amid the multitude of gods worshipped in the Himalayas.

We also tackle the cultural intricacies of worship in the Himalayas, where sacrificing animals is seen as a means to please the gods. Delve into the trials and triumphs of individuals who choose to embark on a spiritual journey that defies societal norms and the incredible courage it takes to embrace Christianity in this region.