Global Missions Podcast
224 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago - ★★★★★ - 48 ratingsA show for Christ-followers who want to participate more effectively in God's work, both at home and to the ends of the earth.
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224: How Missions Committees Can Work Well Together
April 01, 2024 14:01 - 37 minutes - 84.7 MBSharon Hoover shares three key ideas to help missions committees work well together. Sharon's insights from her book "Mapping Church Missions: A Compass for Ministry Strategy" will empower your church's mission efforts. [et_social_share]
223: Building Healthy Cross-Cultural Church Partnerships
February 22, 2024 14:17 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBJohn Yoder shares about how church leaders can help create healthy cross-cultural church partnerships. He highlights the significance of casting a compelling vision, building genuine relationships, and initiating manageable initiatives. [et_social_share]
222: Essentials to a Meaningful Partnership between Church and Agency
January 30, 2024 14:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBRyan Martin returns to the podcast to share four essential elements of healthy and effective collaboration between a church and a missions agency. Ryan emphasizes the importance of clear communication, understanding a church's role and capacity, coordinating advocacy teams, and clarifying post-field expectations. [et_social_share]
221: From Failed Expectations to Enduring Hope: A Journey in Missions
January 16, 2024 14:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBPeter Greer addresses the reality of disillusionment in missions work and provides insights about how mission workers and believers can sustain a lifetime of service for the Lord. Peter cautions about succumbing to cynicism, and encourages us to find enduring hope amid challenges. [et_social_share]
220: Building the Churches’ Awareness of Missions
December 12, 2023 15:00 - 34 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this episode, Rich Noble, founder and director of the Center for Missional Engagement, shares with us ways for the Church to build awareness of Missions. With Rich, we go back to the basic but foundational ways, that members of a church of any size can utilize to start thinking about missions. [et_social_share]
219: 5 Practical Ideas to Strengthen Your Global Missions Program
November 28, 2023 15:00 - 39 minutes - 91.1 MBMarvin Newell, ambassador at Large of Mission Nexus, shares with us five practical ways for the church to strengthen its global Missions programs. Regardless of church size, or leadership type, there is something here for everyone to take away from! [et_social_share]
218: Caring for Third Culture Kids
November 14, 2023 15:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBLauren Wells, founder of TCK Training, talks to us about three ways to support and care for missionary children as they, along with their parents, experience the uncertainty of leaving their home culture behind and acclimating to a new field. Together, through this conversation, we see an opportunity for hope and care as we approach the topic of care in our missionary kids. [et_social_share]
217: Attracting new capacity for your Missions Committee
October 31, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBEllen Livingood, founder of Catalyst Services, elaborates on three ways out of her seven to attract new members into missions committee roles in our churches. As churches look to engage more members, this episode explores helpful ways to know what gets people excited about the work of God and how to find that balance between vision and task. [et_social_share]
216: Supporting Parents of Missionaries
October 17, 2023 14:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBInspired by her oldest son’s sending, today’s episode highlights Tori Haverkamp’s journey as the mother of a missionary. She shares the emotional turmoil of a sender as she found ways to embrace this transition. This episode explores ways to better prepare as the family of a goer and tangible ways a church can surround them with love and support. [et_social_share]
215: Supporting our mission workers during re-entry
October 03, 2023 14:05 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBToday’s episode explores how we can support our missions workers as they return to their culture of origin. As a returning missionary himself, Bradley Bell shares with us his experience coming home, the challenges he faced, and how we as a community at home can receive our mission workers in an intentional, loving way. [et_social_share]
214: How Small Churches Can Make a Big Impact in Global Missions
September 19, 2023 13:56 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBIn this episode, we discuss the impact that small churches can make in global missions. Tim Hood shares about the strengths that small churches can bring to Sending. He also addresses the challenges and barriers that small churches may experience and offers practical suggestions these churches can apply. [et_social_share]
213: New Funding Models for Global Missions
September 06, 2023 10:01 - 29 minutes - 33.4 MBIn today’s conversation, Tim Welch shares what the Bible says about funding for missions. He challenges us to think beyond the traditional method of fundraising and provides examples of how believers in the majority world are supporting missions work. This episode provides ideas and suggestions for funding that go beyond the traditional method. [et_social_share]
212: 7 Practical Ways Churches Can Care for Missionaries – Encore Episode
August 23, 2023 11:58 - 39 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode, Tracy shares many practical suggestions of how churches can care for their missionaries. Tracy gives ideas along with detailed explanations of how her church has applied the opportunities and principles discussed in today’s episode. [et_social_share]
211: The High Value of Prayer in Missions Mobilization – Encore Episode
August 08, 2023 15:32 - 33 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this conversation, Khevna Dave discusses the important part that prayer plays in the mobilization process. We’ll hear how prayer is a powerful way to enhance our learning, connect with believers, and multiply leaders. This conversation provides suggestions of ways to make prayer a priority personally and in our churches. [et_social_share]
210: 4 Ways to Increase Your Missional Intelligence – Encore Episode
July 25, 2023 14:42 - 38 minutes - 37.9 MBAuthor Jeannie Marie helps us understand what Missional Intelligence (MQ) is and how it can help us improve our service both as GOers and SENDers. She shares how we can increase our Missional Intelligence through 4 personal, practical, and Spirit-empowered ways. [et_social_share]
209: Key Lessons the Church can Learn from Persecuted Believers – Encore Episode
July 11, 2023 14:30 - 43 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this informative, inspiring, and challenging episode, Nik shares about the conversations he has had with believers in persecution. Nik shares many insightful thoughts and lessons that can encourage our faith and apply to our lives. [et_social_share]
208: Strategies for Mobilizing Gen Z
June 27, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBIn this conversation, Jolene helps us understand some characteristics of Gen Z, the opportunities the church has to disciple these individuals, and some practical strategies for mobilizing this generation. Whether you are a missions mobilizer, a missions committee member, or a church member who cares for a person in Gen Z, you won’t want to miss this episode!
207: Developing Resilience as Goers and Senders
June 13, 2023 14:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this conversation, Ken shares four key ideas about resilience. We explore the need for resilience in cross-cultural workers, one of the ways God develops resilience, the role of community as we face situations requiring resilience, and other helpful considerations. Ken takes time to make suggestions for both Goers and Senders in light of this important topic.
206: Foundations for the Global Church
May 30, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this conversation, Justin shares about the nature of God and the nature of the gospel as it relates to the global church. Justin also gives an overview of the current status of the global church. He shares both the challenges and opportunities that these trends present and he shares some implications that these topics have on the church in North America. [et_social_share]
205: The Value of Weakness in Missions
May 16, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this episode, Nathan shares about the value of weakness in missions. He explains why missionaries should have the posture of a learner, what the renewal missions concept means, and how God uses suffering. Nathan also addresses the Senders, sharing what they should know about weakness in missions. [et_social_share]
204: Finding Your Part in God’s Story – Encore Episode
May 02, 2023 14:23 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBIn today's discussion, Steve Addison shares insights about God's redemptive plan as found through all of scripture. He encouragers believers that they have a part in God’s story- an important role to make disciples. This episode explores the beauty of scripture and presents personal challenges. [et_social_share]
203: How Local Churches Can Care for Missionaries at Every Stage
April 18, 2023 11:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MBIn this conversation, Ryan shares components of member care for churches to be involved in. He discusses what member care can look like during the pre-field, on-field, and post-field stages of a missionary’s life. This episode will help you spark ideas and take practical steps to caring well for those your church has sent. [et_social_share]
202: Finding Freedom and Realism for Measuring Success in Missions
April 04, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBIn today’s conversation, we hope you find a healthy amount of freedom and realism as we approach the topic of measuring success in missions. Amy shares why it is important that before considering tangible metrics, we consider the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives. This concept has valuable implications for both the Goers and the Senders. We hope you will listen and be encouraged! [et_social_share]
201: 3 Essential Aspects of Missionary Preparation – Encore Episode
March 21, 2023 11:00 - 37 minutes - 38 MBToday’s episode focuses on the necessary stages of training and preparation of missionaries. Laney discusses the importance of preparation before serving on the mission field and describes the value that can come through three unique types of training. [et_social_share]
200: Parenting with a Global Vision
March 07, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this conversation, we turn our attention to the youngest members of our congregation. Carissa shares ideas for parenting with a global vision and describes the impact this could have on local churches and global missions. Carissa also speaks to church leaders and missions committee members about ways they can encourage and equip parents with a global vision. [et_social_share]
199: How to Conduct a Short-Term Mission Audit
February 21, 2023 17:04 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn today's conversation, Kathy Mort shares how churches can perform an audit of their short-term missions program. She explains the reasons such an audit could be beneficial. [et_social_share]
198: Why is Theological Education So Important for Missionaries?
February 07, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBIn today's conversation, we discuss the importance of theological education for missionaries, and a variety of ways such training can be accomplished. Dennis describes what theological education is, the key elements of effective theological training, and ways to overcome potential barriers to studying theology. [et_social_share]
197: Building Resilience for the Missionary Task
January 24, 2023 19:21 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBIn this conversation, we hear from Dick who shares about why resilience is so important for the missionary task. He also describes where resilience comes from and how it can be built. Dick also shares how supporters of mission workers can help to encourage and foster their resilience. [et_social_share]
196: Reframing Our Role as Outsiders in Global Missions
January 10, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this conversation, Craig explains what it means to be an Outsider and why this is a crucial role in the Great Commission. Craig shares some reasons why fewer young people are engaging in missions work and suggests that we need to reframe the way we talk about missions. [et_social_share]
195: Honoring and Supporting Single Missionaries – Encore Episode
December 27, 2022 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBIn today’s episode, we will uncover a biblical perspective of singleness and it’s application for missions and the church. This discussion walks us through the redemptive biblical narrative to show God's purposes in singleness, marriage, and the church. Barry reminds us that the church is the spiritual family and suggests some ways that believers can support single missionaries. [et_social_share]
194: Infusing All Vocations with Missional Purpose
December 13, 2022 14:44 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode, Larry Sharp shares about the importance of both "Professional Missionaries" and "Missional Professionals." He explains why and how every vocation can be pursued with missional purpose. Larry offers advice and encouragement to those with any career about how they can use their position for kingdom advancement. [et_social_share]
193: Unpacking Common Myths about Global Missions
November 29, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode, Steve Richardson discusses three common myths about global missions. He provides insights that give a more complete perspective on these common misconceptions about missions: Western missionaries are obsolete, missions is harmful, and missions is failing. Steve gives a realistic, wise, and encouraging picture of God's work through global missions. [et_social_share]
192: How to Talk to Missionaries
November 15, 2022 14:57 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBIn this episode, Jonathan Trotter shares ideas about good questions to ask and conversations to have with missionaries. His suggestions are illustrated in a particular Bible passage which you will hear about as you listen to this episode. [et_social_share]
191: Lessons from Chinese House Churches
November 01, 2022 14:32 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBIn this episode, Hannah Nation shares about the faith she has observed in the Chinese Church and shares lessons we can take from their example. This conversation is an opportunity to hear stories of God at work around the world and to learn from fellow believers around the world. We believe you will find this episode to be both challenging and encouraging. [et_social_share]
190: Sabbath Rest: A Gift for God’s Servants
October 18, 2022 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MBIn this conversation, Lisette describes the importance of Sabbath rest. She explains some of the challenges that missionaries may need to overcome in order to truly rest. You will also learn from Lisette's wisdom and experience some practical ways that churches can encourage and help those they have sent to rest well. [et_social_share]
189: What Kind of Global Goer are You?
October 05, 2022 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this conversation, Jeannie Marie introduces us to five Goer personality types. You will learn about each one of them and see which one describes you. Jeannie offers words of encouragement and advice to each Goer type that will not only help you, but also those who you are mobilizing. [et_social_share]
188: What is the Primary Motivation for Missions?
September 21, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBIn this episode, Dr. Matt Bennett discusses the primary motivation for missions. He shares the dangers of neglecting our primary motivation and suggests ways that our motivation can affect the practical aspects of missions work. [et_social_share]
187: Helping Missionaries Flourish and Remain on the Field
September 06, 2022 15:32 - 45 minutes - 42 MBToday, our guest Brian Gibson shares about how to help missionaries flourish and remain on the mission field. He explains that this can be done by having a biblical basis for missions, understanding the church's identity and role in missions, understanding the three stages of sending, building a care team, and providing a supply line. Listen to today's episode to learn what these five steps mean and how you can put them into action! [et_social_share]
186: Developing a Biblical Theology of Risk – Encore Episode
August 23, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBSharing the gospel with unreached people groups can involve significant risk for cross-cultural workers. Anna Hampton, author of “Facing Danger: A Guide Through Risk” presents some ideas that can help both Goers and Senders develop a Biblical theology of risk. [et_social_share]
185: Missions Foundations: Spiritual Equipping for Fruitful Ministry – Encore Episode
August 09, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 36.6 MBRyan Shaw of Global Mission Mobilization Initiative (GMMI) helps us understand the importance of being spiritually equipped for mission! Ryan identifies principles that workers can apply to help them walk in close step with Christ and have a vibrant spiritual life as they minister cross-culturally. [et_social_share]
184: Business as Mission: A Powerful Strategy to Engage the Unreached – Encore Episode
July 26, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBMats Tunehag shares a glimpse into how God is using businesspeople to make a tremendous kingdom impact! Mats encourages the body of Christ to equip, invigorate, and strengthen businesspeople so they can serve God and others through business. Mats describes Business as Mission as a concept, practice, and a global movement. He suggests 3 practical steps your church can take to participate in Business as Mission today. [et_social_share]
183: Creative Missions Events to Mobilize Your Church – Encore Episode
July 14, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBAre missions conferences a thing of the past? Doug Christgau certainly doesn’t think so! Doug describes how mission events - when done well - can be a powerful tool in mobilizing your church for missions. He suggests creative ideas to help you plan inspiring events for your congregation. [et_social_share]
182: Healthy Partnerships with Local Churches on the Mission Field
June 29, 2022 14:11 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBIn this episode, Jaime Saint of ITEC shares how Western churches can be a part of training and equipping indigenous churches in the non-western world. Jaime shares five principles for doing this well and why it matters for the Great Commission. [et_social_share]
181: Reaching the Deaf with the Gospel
June 14, 2022 13:38 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBIn this episode, Ryan shares about his experience as a Deaf person growing up in a hearing family, and now attending and leading a church. He describes some of the challenges facing the Deaf community and how the church can help to reach Deaf people with the gospel. [et_social_share]
180: Advice for Cross-Cultural Workers to Navigate Transition
May 31, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 93.6 MBIn this episode, Amy discusses four ways that an individual’s personality can affect how they experience and respond to times of transition. She speaks from her experience of transition on the mission field to offer wisdom and suggestions that will help you grow through seasons of change. [et_social_share]
179: Sending Churches and Partner Agencies: Finding a Great Match
May 17, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 72 MBIn this episode, Ellen Livingood shares from her experience about what factors should contribute to a church's decision of which mission agency to partner with. Ellen suggests several helpful questions to ask in the decision-making process. [et_social_share]
178: Caring for Parents of Missionaries
May 04, 2022 20:14 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBIn this conversation, Peggy Spiers discusses how churches can care for parents of missionaries. Peggy shares three principles, plenty of experience, and a list of practical steps for caring for the parents of mission workers. [et_social_share]
177: Apostolic Imagination: Rethinking Missionary Engagement in Today’s World
April 19, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn today’s episode, J.D Payne explains what he means by the phrase “Apostolic Imagination” and encourages listeners to return to the Scriptures for clarity on how the church should consider the Great Commission task. [et_social_share]
176: Rethinking Missions Mobilization
April 05, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBIn today’s episode, we hear from Ryan Shaw of Global Mission Mobilization Initiative. He explains what missions mobilization is, why he believes mobilization needs rethinking, and why he proposes the idea of more “mobilization from the inside.” Tune in to learn how mobilization is crucial to seeing the fulfillment of the Great Commission. [et_social_share]
175: Medical Missions: The Need for Healthcare Professionals in Global Missions
March 22, 2022 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode, Doug Christgau, ambassador for MedSend, speaks to the need for healthcare professionals around the world. This interview includes discussion on some of the obstacles for those wishing to participate in medical missions, stories of God at work through medical mission, and next steps for healthcare professionals considering missions involvement. As you listen, you will learn about a “well rounded” approach to medical missions and the strategic way medical missions can be used t...