YenTer, a workplace ministry member with OMF in Japan, discusses his journey from Singapore to Japan.

He explains his belief in 'integral missions', the importance of combining professional work with missional intention. YenTer details his background, his initial exposure to Japan during a high school mission trip, and the prompting that led him to learn Japanese and eventually move there. He emphasises the importance of having a sending church for spiritual support and recounts how his multinational workplace provides unique opportunities for ministry. He also offers advice for others considering integrating their faith with their work, emphasising awareness, the value of experience, and the importance of structured support from mission organisations like OMF.

00:00 Introduction to YenTer's Journey00:36 YenTer's Background and Career01:05 Discovering Integral Mission02:50 First Encounter with Japan05:43 The Decision to Move to Japan09:38 Support from Church and Family14:44 Life and Work in Japan21:24 Involvement with OMF28:20 Advice for Aspiring Marketplace Missionaries35:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Shireen Chua is the Director of Third Culture Solutions, which seeks to equip individuals and organisations to thrive in an interculturally complex and global world.

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Andrew Scott, president of OM USA, shares his insights on reimagining global mission and understanding our role as image bearers. From traditional missionary approaches to the surprising role of Filipino maids in spreading the gospel, discover a new perspective on fulfilling God's mission. Andrew delves into the significance of Genesis 1 in shaping our understanding and brings fresh perspectives on living out God's purpose and representing him on earth in this thought-provoking message.

00:00 Introduction to Traditional Missions: Exploring Andrew's experience with developing a strategic plan for traditional missionaries at OM USA.

14:23 Reimagining Missionary Work through fulltime employment.

29:45 Identity and Purpose as Image Bearers: Deep dive into the significance of Genesis 1 and understanding our unique place as image bearers of God.

45:10 Living Out God's Purpose: Discovering the mandate of representing God on earth and finding our role in fulfilling his mission.

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Daniel shares insightful stories and perspectives on faith and work in this episode. He discusses the importance of viewing work as a ministry opportunity and highlights how the Holy Spirit can enhance creativity and guide decision-making. Daniel also emphasises the impact of love and ministry in sales, encouraging listeners to lead with love in all aspects of their professional lives. Don't miss out on Daniel's wisdom on aligning work with God's purpose and experiencing the transformative power of faith in action.

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Sarah Hunter shares her experience of integrating faith

This episode is a deep exploration of what it means to treat

On this episode of Work and Go, Ngaira chats with Katie Conley, a career coach and Christian, who has authored the book "God's Grace for Your Career". Katie recounts her early professional life, the significant influence of her first boss, and how her experience in an ITV company formed her professional perspective. An essential takeaway from her story is the importance of aligning your values with your work. Furthermore, she explores how her life, including her work, transformed after she became a Christian.

(0:00:05) - Career Coaching and Faith Integration

Katie Conley shares her journey of empowerment, aligning values with work, and how faith impacted her career.

(0:09:26) - Faith and Work

Katie and I discuss courage, wisdom, and lifelong journey of living out faith in the workplace.

(0:21:29) - Discovering Purpose and Fulfillment in Work

God's preparation for our future, natural gifts, learned behaviors, and values are discussed to help us find fulfillment in work.

(0:29:08) - Welcoming Foreigners and Working Overseas

We discuss welcoming newcomers, modelling faith and prayer, bridging cultural divides, and getting to know people.

Connect with Katie on her website

https://www.conleycareercoaching.com/

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Ruth Valerio shares the significance of embracing our unique passions and callings in our work. Acknowledging the realities of earning money and pursuing careers while reminding us to use financial blessings to bless others. Ruth highlights that being a Christian is about living a life fully committed to God and working towards reconciliation in all areas of our lives, including our work. She shares three projects she has participated in and how they allowed her to demonstrate the value of taking things step by step, collaborating with others, adapting to changing contexts, and committing to one's own goals. Ruth concludes with a heartfelt reminder to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly, urging listeners to embrace their unique callings and make a positive impact in the world.

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A career in consulting has given Steve Osei-Mensah opportunities to ask – and try and answer – many interesting questions. He shares how paying attention, loving our neighbours and simply the way we work can bring opportunities to share Jesus Christ.

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Caroline Pomeroy of Climate Stewards digs into how our work and professional practice can be shaped by our concern for the wonderful creation God has entrusted to us.

Caroline gives us three reasons to do this:

⁠Serve Asia Podcast⁠

If you want to hear more on this topic, Caroline was a contributor to a great series on ⁠Christians and Creation Care over on the Serve Asia podcast⁠

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Tim Yearsley from the London Institute of Contemporary Christianity (LICC) unpacks how understanding the character of God and who he’s made us to be, in his image, can completely transform our work. Tim provides a practical framework that you can apply and discover for yourself that your work matters to God.

Tim looks at God's work in Genesis, revealing that he:

2. Makes provision

3. Sparks joy

4. Crafts beauty

5. Releases potential

And then encourages you see how your work can be a reflection of how God works.

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