Until All Have Heard

We are bombarded with headlines of conflict, war, and discouraging news. How do we regain our perspective as we move through this Christmas season? In this episode, Ed and Wayne talk about the passages that come to life as we thing about the celebration of the birth of Jesus. Have your Bible ready as they talk about the theme of “Light of the World” in John’s gospel. We’ll be reminded how God is at work in this dark time as the Gospel shines brightly. Along the way we’ll hear stories of how these passages are coming to life in FEBC listeners too…Until All Have Heard. 

Christmas shopping is in full swing as we prepare to celebrate the holiday in America. But how do you communicate why gifts are purchased in a nation that only knows about the decorations they see in stores? This is the task facing our new ministry director in Thailand: Sumet Techarukpong. Sumet’s answer is to help the local church proclaim the message of Jesus through a project called, “Christmas Gifts With Love.” This exciting initiative reaches the children of Thailand with a fun, personal, and bold telling of how Jesus is the first gift of Christmas. Don’t miss this conversation so you can learn to pray and support this unique and effective tool for reaching the unreached…Until All Have Heard.

What do you want for Christmas? This is the question we ask our friends and family to make sure we give the perfect gift. As we head into a season of gift giving, Ed and Wayne spotlight Ed’s favorite listener story about a man with a fundamental request…hearing God’s Word. Listen this week to a truly epic story based on several letters sent to FEBC that started with a humble request for a radio. When he heard God’s word, over time his heart was changed. And this heart change grew even in the face of serious obstacles.  As we start the Christmas season, have your heart inspired to proclaim the truth of the perfect gift given to us in the birth of Jesus…Until All Have Heard.

How do you get your heart ready to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday? Ed and Wayne will give you something to direct your thinking as you prepare to sit down at your Thanksgiving table. In this edition we’ll sample some of the amazing stories of gratitude from FEBC listeners living in difficult places in difficult times. Their attitude of gratitude gives us all powerful examples to talk about this holiday.  We’ll also turn to the scriptures see the importance of developing a heart overflowing with thankfulness. Make sure you don’t miss this invitation to celebrate the joy of knowing Christ…Until All Have Heard. 

It’s been said that the Kingdom of God expands in the company of friends, and that’s been the case with FEBC and one of our partner ministries, Haven Today. In this episode, David Wollen, FEBC’s former V.P. of Development moves into a new role at Haven Today, as their President and CEO.  Listen in as Ed and David talk about the long history of close ties that will continue in the days ahead. Listen as they talk about the way ministries cooperate and how the Lord is at work as outreaches branch out. Along the way we’ll gain some new perspectives on how to pray for God’s word and God’s work moves forward in the world…Until All Have Heard.

“I’ve never heard such a thing”, says a grateful FEBC listener from Indonesia. In this episode we’re going to learn how radio is reaching people in the largest Muslim country in the world. This summer Ed and Wayne had an opportunity to sit down with FEBC Indonesia’s new CEO, Yoke. In this conversation Yoke shares his vision for ministry and personal account of how he came to serve with FEBC. Get a current report on how the broadcast ministry is expanding across this nation and creatively engages with new listeners.  Discover effective ways on how you can pray for the Lord’s protection and power as broadcasters teach, council listeners and care for the needs of hurting people who need to experience the love and redemption through Jesus …Until All Have Heard. 

What do you get when a global ministry conducts local outreach? This powerful combination creates a “Glocal” focus. Learn about this new term and much more as you listen in on an amazing discussion with Ed and his friend, Jim Wert. Jim is a Fortune 500 corporate strategist who understands the importance of best practices and staying on track by thinking biblically. Ed and Jim have been working together for years on ways for FEBC to plan ahead, adapt and react in the changing world. Hear how they evaluate what is working and the challenges they are preparing for in the coming days. As you listen you’ll catch a vision to stay faithful proclaiming the Gospel …Until All Have Heard. 

It’s hard to imagine life without friends. 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 one of Ed’s best friends. Listen as Ed talks with 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. Our hope is you will gain a new view on your motivation for reaching out to the circle of people around you…Until All Have Heard. 

The world is always changing and “thinking outside the box” is the new normal. With all the change in society, how do ministries keep from being “left behind”? Joining Ed to talk about the trends around the world that FEBC is watching is VP of Development, David Wollen. David has spearheaded programs that help the FEBC stay relevant with our international outreaches. Find out how creating a culture of innovation with Biblical foundations has been key to building connections with new listeners around the globe. Listen in on a conversation that can let you know how to pray for the new generation of unreached…Until All Have Heard. 

Have you ever had to wait for an important letter to come?  There’s anticipation and disappointment when you check and find an empty mailbox. That’s the experience the FEBC team had for decades as they waited for responses from China. But that changed in the fall of 1979. Listen in as Ed welcomes back professor, missionary and FEBC broadcaster Frank Gray. Frank is with us to continue a conversation about the history of God working through FEBC. The details of the faithful obedience of our broadcasters will amaze you. Find out how they created life-changing programing that has made an impact for the church in the face of discouraging situations. Their example sets a standard that will inspire you to walk in step with the Holy Spirit in your service to the Lord…Until All Have Heard.