The Coworkers Podcast

How should we raise up leaders for church planting in pioneer contexts? Leadership development begins with discipleship of the entire church - "everyone gets everything." This discipleship is more than gaining biblical knowledge (though that is important); it is holistic and addresses all of life. This discipleship progressive, and begins with basic discipleship for new believers, and helps believers mature over time. The Lord Jesus and Apostle Paul developed leaders through giving time and attention to faithful believers in 4 ways, the 4 "E's" or "essentials" of leadership development: exemplify, equip, encourage, and entrust.

1 Peter 3:1-7 includes instructions for women that can be difficult to understand, such as be subject, have gentle and quiet spirits, be like Sarah who obeyed Abraham and called him lord, and you are weaker vessels. Listen in as Shanee explains this text, and shares how God warmed her heart to not only tolerate, but see the beauty and honor for women in this text. 

1 Peter 3:1-7 includes instructions for women that can be difficult to understand, such as be subject, have gentle and quiet spirits, be like Sarah who obeyed Abraham and called him lord, and you are weaker vessels. Listen in as Shanee explains this text, and shares how God warmed her heart to not only tolerate, but see the beauty and honor for women in this text.

What will it be like to be a part of that "vast multitude that no one can number from every nation, tribe, people, and language," gathered around the throne worshipping the Lord Jesus Christ? Listen in as Jesse recently preached on Rev. 7:9-10 at The Village Church, and be encouraged that every sacrifice you make to fulfill God's vision will be worth it!

A furlough (or "stateside") is an extended time back in one's home/passport country at regular intervals for cross-cultural workers. Listen in as we share 4 purposes for furlough, common challenges missionaries face on furloughs, and best practices for using your furlough well, particularly to restore your fervor for the Lord and your work, so you can get back on the plane with health and passion. 

During July and August, we are highlighting our all-time top 10 episodes for you, in case you missed them! We are enjoying time with family and some needed rest. If this episode speaks to you, share it with a friend!

During July and August, we are highlighting our all-time top 10 episodes for you, in case you missed them! We are enjoying time with family and some needed rest. If this episode speaks to you, share it with a friend!

During July and August, we are highlighting our all-time top 10 episodes for you, in case you missed them! We are enjoying time with family and some needed rest. If this episode speaks to you, share it with a friend!

During July and August, we are highlighting our all-time top 10 episodes for you, in case you missed them! We are enjoying time with family and some needed rest. If this episode speaks to you, share it with a friend!

During July and August, we are highlighting our all-time top 10 episodes for you, in case you missed them! We are enjoying time with family and some needed rest. If this episode speaks to you, share it with a friend!