On this episode, Dave has a conversation with Bevin Ginder, founder of GlobalCAST resources. Bevin shares six obstacles that hinder missions mobilization and discusses how to overcome these barriers. Tune in to hear his analogies to better understand these challenges. Bevin's insights will help listeners succeed in their mobilization efforts.

Show Notes:

GlobalCAST Resources  

Global Mission Mobilization Initiative  

The God Ask: A Fresh, Biblical Approach to Personal Support Raising  

Fill the Earth: The Creation Mandate and the Church's Call to Mission by Matthew Newkirk

School of Missions Advocacy  

On today's episode, Dave talks with Matt Newkirk, president and professor of Old Testament at Christ Bible Seminary in Nagoya, Japan and author of Fill the Earth: The Creation Mandate and the Church's Call to Missions. Matt shares the meta-narrative of missions in the Bible, and why this knowledge is essential for missions mobilization. This episode reminds listeners of the importance of comprehending the entirety of Scripture.

Show Notes:

When Everything is Missions by Denny Spitters and Matthew Ellison

Newkirks In Japan

Fill the Earth: The Creation Mandate and the Church's Call to Missions by Matt Newkirk

How can mobilizers help develop perseverance in those God is calling to the field? In this episode, Dave talks with Doug Gehman, the president and executive director of Globe International and the author of the recently published book titled, Before You Quit. Doug shares how to endure when challenges arise. He reminds listeners not to quit and shares practical steps for how mobilizers can encourage those who are struggling during these challenging times. This episode will remind listeners to not give up on the dreams and plans God has for their lives. 

Listen as Dave talks with Nathan Sloan about churches mobilizing their congregations, particularly in regards to multisite churches. Nathan is the Pastor of Sending at Sojourn Chuch Midtown in Louisville, KY and is also the Director of Church Consulting at the Upstream Collective. Nathan explains how multisite churches can steward programs to help their congregations engage in global missions. He describes the urgency of mobilizing the church and the complexities of global missions with multisite churches. 

How can we create experiences that help mobilize more believers to the mission field? Listen in as Dave talks with Garrett Freier, the Vice President of Experiential Learning at Trinity Bible College & Graduate School. Garrett and Dave share some of Trinity's experiential learning opportunities and provide some ideas on how churches, agencies, and schools can create missional experiences that help mobilize future missionaries. 

Michael VanHuis discusses this year's On Mission virtual conference held on March 11, 2020. Michael also shares other resources that Missio Nexus will be offering in the future. Join David and Michael as they discuss great resources that help churches, mobilizers, and mission organizations engage in the Great Commission. 

What's the most effective way churches can mentor future missionaries? In this episode, Rich Noble, pastor, professor, author, and director of The Center for Missional Engagement, discusses how pastors, missionaries, and mobilizers can best mentor the next generation of missionaries. 

Jolene Erlacher, the founder of Leading Tomorrow, discusses the important factors of mobilizing across generations. Listen in as she talks about how to intentionally use the strengths of Millennials and Generation Z to change the world!

How can mobilizers prepare aspiring missionaries for the challenges they will face on the field? Is it best for new recruits to be married before going into missions? As Sue and Suzy share insights from their book, Sacred Siblings, you’ll be better equipped to disciple and mentor those you’re mobilizing to the field.