Until All Have Heard

This episode might be a spark that ignites you to share Jesus in new ways. Listen as we’re present stories of believers in Southeast Asia who are taking up their cross and following Christ in life-and-death situations. We’ll start with an interview FEBC broadcaster Jonathan Mortiz had with a Bible student in Laos who is training to be a pastor.  You’ll feel the excitement this student has for being on the front-lines of kingdom ministry. Then Ed and Wayne discuss the report about a pastor FEBC knew in Laos who gave his life as a martyr for Christ. Don’t’ miss this important edition that gives you the opportunity to learn, pray and follow the call of to spread the message of the Gospel…Until All Have Heard. 

The proof that radio is effective for spreading the Gospel is in the stories of FEBC listeners. In this episode we’re thrilled to connect you with the amazing broadcast ministry in Malawi. You won’t want to miss the conversation Ed and Wayne had with FEBC’s Director of Communications, Matt Allen. Matt is back from a recent visit to Malawi and shares with us the sights, sounds and stories from his experience in this African nation. Get a first-hand report on how the message of Christ is taking hold in this Muslim region as the word is proclaimed in their own language. We’ll feature some recording from the trip so you can hear for yourself the joy in the voices and the details on how they are expanding the ministry in this hard place to be a Christian. Catch a vision for this important work and learn how you can pray for many more souls to be saved…Until All Have Heard. 

Ed traveled around the world this summer and had a chance to meet with many of the FEBC staff. We wanted to pause and hear about these trips and the important lessons that Ed will take with him into the next season of ministry. It’s a candid and personal conversation about his visit to India and Africa. We’ll also get the backstory on why his scheduled trip to Ukraine didn’t happen. Join us as we talk about travel troubles, unpack the “spiritual souvenirs” and re-tell the experiences of meeting the staff and listeners around the world. Be challenged by the commitment of our staff who live under pressure, and be uplifted by their courageous example… Until All Have Heard.

The Gospel has power to save souls. As believers we know this is true, but hearing the stories of salvation embolden us to be bold in proclaiming the hope of God to a lost world.  Join Ed and Wayne as they share FEBC listener emails telling their salvation stories. We’re excited to feature in this episode an amazing conversation with a former soldier who is now an FEBC Korea broadcaster. Listen in as Boseok shares his amazing account of discovering the joy of salvation…Until All Have Heard. 

“God is love.” This truth is something we have heard all our life.  But in the Muslim culture of Central Asia this is not the case. In this episode, Ed and Wayne talk with Jonathan Mortiz about a conversation he had with Central Asia Director. You’ll hear his insights from God’s word that guide his team’s approach to ministry.  And we’ll get a pulse on the desire of the staff to stay faithful to Christ as they present God’s love on the air and through social media. There is so much good news about the growth of FEBC in this challenging part of the world. You’ll feel the excitement this first-generation church has as they boldly and courageously proclaim the message of Christ…Until All Have Heard.

“I give God thanks for healing my heart’s wounds and rescuing my family.” These words come from an FEBC listener who has responded to God’s Word. It is estimated there are 3 billion unreached souls who still need to hear the message of redemption.  FEBC has 900 staff world-wide, dedicated to reaching the unreached. Millions respond to our broadcasts with questions and dramatic stories of turning from worshiping idols to following the true God. Join Ed and Wayne as they talk about amazing stories of life change as they open to Paul’s letter to the Ephesians for insights on the power of presenting one Lord, one faith, and one baptism. You’ll be inspired to pray for the spread of the Gospel around the world, and challenged to share it with the people around you…Until All Have Heard.

For 50 years the gospel has been proclaimed in Pakistan. This journey of faith is a daily commitment by our staff who face danger as the love of Christ is presented in a Muslim nation. In this episode you will get a personal account of what it is like to do ministry in a challenging environment. In this episode Ed and Wayne are excited to welcome back Jonathan Mortiz who interviewed our Pakistan director at the International Council Conference. We’ll hear the strategy of creating a broadcast atmosphere that helps build trust and understanding with non-Christians. Find out how sharing clear teaching about the core values of Christianity can change hearts and transform a society one soul at a time. It’s an important perspective that will guide your prayers for the staff and the listeners who need to respond to the message of redemption…Until All Have Heard.

Thirty-eight years ago, the Hmong people group in Southeast Asia began to embrace the Gospel. Recently in Thailand there was an important celebration honoring the people who were part of this significant evangelical movement. Our good friend and FEBC broadcaster Frank Gray gave his report on last week’s podcast (Ep. 201). In this episode, join us for a front-row seat on events that shaped the birth of the Hmong church. As Frank says, “Only God could arrange these things.”…Until All Have Heard. 

“We’ve been listening and we want to become Christians.”  This line from a Hmong listener is just one pivotal moment that began the story of the Hmong people’s embracing of the Gospel. Now 38 year’s later our good friend, and long-time FEBC broadcaster Frank Gray joins Ed and Wayne to talk of how the Gospel has transformed the Hmong. It’s a story of God sending the right people at the right time for the transformation of a people group. Frank tells the story so well and you will be inspired by the power of the Holy Spirit to penetrate hard-to-reach places…Until All Have Heard.

What would you do without your friends? It’s hard to imagine life without them. In the good and bad times, the Lord uses people that are close to us to support, encourage and challenge us. In this episode we’re going to sit in on an unforgettable conversation with someone who has been that for Ed. Listen as Ed talks with his friend, pastor and radio speaker, James Ford. Be ready for a fun, insightful and challenging discussion about the power of friendship and the work of Christ in difficult situations…Until All Have Heard.