Could Jesus return in our lifetime? In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest questions facing Christians today — the timing of Jesus’ return and the completion of the Great Commission.

We explore what Scripture says about reaching every people group, ask AI its perspective on when the Great Commission could realistically be completed, and discuss whether the signs of the times point to the nearness of Christ’s return.

We also shift into the world of faith-based filmmaking — talking about The Chosen, Mel Gibson, Angel Studios, and the growing influence of Christian media in shaping culture and spreading the Gospel.

Finally, we share firsthand stories from filming in the Himalayas, unpacking the cultural challenges, spiritual realities, and powerful moments that come with taking the Gospel to some of the most remote places on earth.

This conversation sits at the intersection of theology, technology, missions, and media — and challenges us to ask: What role do we play in finishing the Great Commission?

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In this episode of the Jesus Missions Podcast, we share an exciting vision for 2026 and the incredible doors God is opening around the world.

We talk about our new opportunity with Kappa Studios to produce an upcoming Jesus Missions film, and how storytelling will help shine a light on what God is doing in some of the hardest places on earth. We also unpack the mission trips coming up this year, including trekking Bibles into remote villages in the Himalayas, traveling to Burundi—the world’s poorest nation—to care for orphans, feed the hungry, and partner with local missions bases, and going to Pakistan to help set families enslaved in brick kilns free.

We also share what’s ahead for the Jesus Missions app, designed to help individuals and churches take practical steps into missions—whether that means going, giving, or supporting the work from home.

If you care about the Great Commission, modern missions, and seeing faith lived out in real and tangible ways, this episode will give you a clear picture of where Jesus Missions is headed and how you can be part of it.

Link to Pakistan fund raiser: https://www.commissioncoaching.org/brick-factory.html?mcp_token=eyJwaWQiOjIzNDc4NDgsInNpZCI6MTAyODk3NDUwMCwiYXgiOiI0ZjE4OWIzNmNiZDViMjNkZGE2MzYxMmFjNzU1MjhkNSIsInRzIjoxNzY3MjMyNTg4LCJleHAiOjE3Njk2NTE3ODh9.yA2zn39XeEllwfqqAsVyuWikwZCcmMXwymV6eQUnLzY&fbclid=PAVERFWAPCs6FleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafAgeJxNWKm4k4oY7hAN7LcCSuf5VIJsppc24KlN_4S-AvEZJvtmJcDTpKRDg_aem_UC5rn4oQUVz1mdt_KWBmTw

Most people know Santa Claus as a cheerful gift-giver—but few know the real story.

In this episode, we uncover the true history of Saint Nicholas:
a 4th-century Christian bishop, defender of orthodox faith, participant at the Council of Nicaea, and a man who used his wealth to serve the poor, protect the vulnerable, and advance the Gospel—often at great personal cost.

Saint Nicholas lived during a time of intense Christian persecution under the Roman Empire. He stood firm when the divinity of Christ was challenged, endured suffering for his faith, and became known for radical generosity that was rooted not in tradition—but in obedience to Jesus.

His quiet, sacrificial giving eventually inspired the figure we now call Santa Claus. But long before reindeer and red suits, Nicholas was a missionary, a shepherd of God’s people, and a witness to Christ in a hostile world.

In this episode, we explore:

• Who Saint Nicholas really was
• His role in defending Christian doctrine at Nicaea
• How generosity became his missional weapon
• Why Santa Claus exists because of a persecuted Christian
• How his legacy connects directly to persecuted believers today

This is not a Christmas myth.
This is a story of faith, courage, generosity, and mission—and a reminder that the Gospel has always advanced through ordinary people willing to give everything.

📖 “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” — John 15:13

In Episode 12, we talk about what it really means to follow Jesus beyond Sunday church and surface-level faith. This episode is a call to quit making excuses, step into real discipleship, and grow alongside other brothers in Christ.

We unpack:

• Why discipleship is foundational to spiritual maturity
• The danger of trying to grow alone
• What “iron sharpens iron” actually looks like in real life
• How excuses keep believers stagnant
• Practical ways to step up and take responsibility for your faith

If you’re serious about growing, sharpening your character, and becoming the man God has called you to be—this episode is for you.

📖 “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” — Proverbs 27:17

👉 Watch, share, and commit to growth.

Serving in church is one of the most rewarding parts of the Christian life — but it can also be one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we dig into why serving matters, why it grows us, and why it sometimes offends us. We talk about motives, expectations, misconceptions, and the deeper spiritual posture Jesus invites us into through serving.

Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer, brand-new to church life, or someone who’s been hurt or discouraged, this conversation will help you see serving through a healthier, higher lens.

n Episode 10, Rich dives into one of the most important steps in your spiritual journey: joining a church. Not just attending on Sundays — but truly becoming part of a community.

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

• How to choose a healthy, life-giving church
• What to look for… and what to avoid
• Simple action steps to get plugged in fast
• Why community shapes your character more than you realize
• How belonging to a church transforms your personal life, habits, and spiritual growth
• Why you were never meant to follow Jesus alone

Whether you’re new to faith, between churches, or just showing up on Sundays without real connection, this episode will challenge you, encourage you, and give you a clear path to belonging.

This isn’t about attendance. It’s about family, purpose, and becoming who God has called you to be.

In this episode, Rich sits down with Douglas Cobb, founder of The Finishing Fund and author of The Sprint to the Finish. Cobb has helped fuel more than $30 million toward taking the gospel to the last, hardest-to-reach peoples on earth. His message is bold yet simple: the Great Commission is not an endless task. It can be finished in our generation.

Together they dig into the data, the stories, and the practical steps any believer can take to help reach the final unreached and unengaged people groups. From private investors funding frontier missions to local churches stepping into their global calling, this conversation paints a clear picture of how the global Church can move from awareness to action.

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to complete the Great Commission, this episode pulls back the curtain.

In Episode 8, Rich and Seth dive into the pitfalls of short-term missions, the excuses that keep people from going, and the Western mindsets holding the church back. They challenge the “leave them alone” narrative and call believers to a genuine, lasting missional life.

In this episode of the Jesus Missions Podcast, we sit down with a woman from Sri Lanka whose story will leave you in awe. She shares how a nationwide prayer movement helped end the civil war, her powerful encounters with God, and miraculous moments of revival among Buddhist villages. From visions of heaven to stories of transformation, this episode reveals what happens when ordinary people say yes to God’s call in extraordinary times.

Bernard from Burundi shares powerful stories of miracles, faith, and God’s call to return home. From America to Africa, this is a testimony of purpose and obedience.