Engaging Missions Show - Powerful Stories From Christian Missionaries, Church Planters, And Ministry Leaders

Tobias came to the United States as a refugee. As a teenager, he was an angry gangbanger until God transformed his life. Now he's a missionary to Southeast Asia, watching God do amazing things.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeA former gangbanger turned missionary (we’ll call him Tobias) joins us today to talk about his ministry experiences in Southeast Asia as well as his personal testimony. Having grown up as a refugee in the States, he knows what it is like to be seen as the outsider. Thankfully, God placed a Christian couple in his life who shared the Good News of what Christ had done. From God’s work in his life, he left the life of drugs and violence to follow Jesus.Tobias now works in a southeastern area of Asia, bringing the story of Jesus to different people groups. In the episode, he discusses the importance of understanding the cultural context and also encourages us to find cross-cultural experience in our very own neighborhoods. His passion for making disciple

Many approach missions and aid work from the foundation of charity. Gena Thomas shares how the foundation of justice is better. Listen for practical tips and powerful concepts to make your next missions trip better.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeLearning to seek justice for a community can be extremely messy, but also beautiful and balanced. Gena Thomas joins us to talk about pursuing right relationships with short-term missions and missions in general. The topics throughout the episode come primarily from her new book, A Smoldering Wick, which focuses on charity versus justice within the missions world.Her ideas and thoughts bring to light the issues that come from simply giving handouts to the poor. We tend to see ourselves as having more than them, which makes the relationship imbalanced. A just and righteous form of missions, however, brings about “right relationships.” Gena clearly presents how we as believers can seek such justice and why it is so crucial to the Gospel

Feel called to ministry? Listen as Bryan Entzminger shares his experience with Engaging Missions. You'll hear about getting started and contiuing, building relationships, continuous improvement, and social media.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:27 – Introduction02:01 – Seeing room for improvement08:28 – Advice to those entering ministry13:30 – What do you hope to do before you’re 50?15:51 – The last place on the list17:48 – Passing on family traditions20:41 – If you could interview anyone, who would it be?25:13 – Drawing Christ out of people26:43 – Using technology in ministry31:41 – Finding new resources35:26 – Plans to serve servants41:21 – How can those interested contact you? (email feedback@engagingmissions.com)43:12 – What about having a co-host?50:11 – What were you hoping to talk about?Resources & Contact InfoA Smoldering Wick by Gena Thomas (qualifying purchases benefit Engaging Missions)Email: feedback@engagingmissions.comEpi

Bryan Entzminger is the host of the Engaging Missions Show. Scott McClelland turns the tables and asks Bryan to share his heart and insights. Listen to discover how connecting with missionaries has changed his life.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:25 – Introduction01:04 – The impact of Engaging Missions03:25 – What inspired you to create this podcast?07:22 – Taking a leap of faith09:09 – The transformation of a vision11:46 – What has surprised you throughout the show?13:54 – Forming connections throughout the world16:09 – Contributing to the Kingdom19:18 – Avoiding theme parks and one night stands23:24 – Doing Ministry Well23:42 – What inspires you personally?27:37 – Connection to music28:40 – What discourages you?32:30 – Hopes for the future36:05 – Running the race with endurance (literally)38:05 – The value of those in the marketplace44:56 – Closing statementsEpisode CreditsEngaging Announcer: Scott McClellandAudio Editing: Geoff ButterworthS

If you enjoy podcasts, don't miss out on the International Podcast Day celebration. Listen to discover some ways you can celebrate and 12 missions and church planting podcasts you might enjoy.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe[00:26] – Welcome to the Show[00:48] – What is International Podcast Day?Learn more by visiting the official International Podcast Day website.[01:38] – International Podcast Day official promo[02:04] – Ways that YOU can celebrate #PodcastDayUse the hashtag #PodcastDay on social media (create CTT link)Change your social media image to the Podcast Day logo (need link)Explain to someone what a podcast is and get them hooked on it (It's kind of like on-demand radio Netflix for self-created content)Share your favorite podcast with someoneSend some feedback (or a thank you) to one of your favorite podcastersLeave a rating or review in iTunes, Google Play Music Podcasts, Stitcher, etc.Consider checking out and subscribing to a NEW s

Jerry Smith trains and deploys teams to Cape Verde, Africa. For a while, his ministry in the US seemed disconnected from his ministry in Africa. Then God showed him a way to be effective and bring them together.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:26 – Introduction01:21 – A story of salvation02:26 – The transformational work of the Lord03:38 – Ministry and family dynamics04:43 – Involving kids in ministry05:57 – Learning to be intentional with children07:04 – A season of difficulty and God’s redemption10:30 – Meaningful verse11:57 – Upcoming events for the show14:16 – Tying it all together with the Word17:17 – What is the Four Fields Method?20:27 – What most excites you about your ministry?21:27 – Balancing efficiency and faithfulness22:14 – Opportunities in the future23:42 – Increasing prayer in ministry25:30 – Next week on Engaging Missions27:23 – Marketplace matters28:39 – Surrounded by the nations30:49 – Internet and book resources31:36 – Parting advice

Jen Hamilton and her team partnered with the local Church when they arrived in Thailand. But after discovering their visions were different, things changed. Discover how they're reaching Thailand for Christ.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:27 – Introduction00:58 – What fuels your passion?03:08 – Representing Christ well in the community06:33 – How do you best connect with the community?07:29 – Learning to fail forward08:30 – Facing difficulties in ministry11:20 – Meaningful verse11:56 – Personal habits for the KingdomInternational Podcast Day (tweet about #PodcastDay)15:51 – What most excites you about what you’re doing?19:29 – Using Kingdom principles in the workplace20:45 – Connecting on the heart level21:32 – Strategies for developing leaders22:15 – What is the Luke 10:2b prayer?23:53 – Focusing on the harvest24:44 – Would you do anything differently?26:16 – Next week on Engaging Missions27:31 – Normal, everyday people walking with Jesus29:16 – M

A minister and a missionary walk into biker bar. Listen to hear Jim Buckman's heart for prayer and house churches, the iPray app, and how YOUR church could minister to YOUR community..Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:28 – Introduction01:01 – Jim talks about his family – a treasure02:31 – The road travelled together04:04 – How do you do it all?05:37 – When God works through difficulty09:25 – Personal habits that contribute to the Kingdom10:36 – Meaningful verse14:07 – How to get involved with Engaging Missions!15:29 – What led you to create your app?35:45 – How did God lead you to plant house churches?42:33 – Parting advice and contact info (jbuckman007@cs.com)Resources & Contact InfoWebsite: iPrayU.orgThe iPray app: iOS | AndroidBook: iPray by Jim BuckmanEmail: jbuckman007@cs.comFeedbackIf you’d have any comments or questions, you can always leave a comment in the show notes or send an email to feedback@engagin

Do you ever wonder how to be still and let God fight for you? Listen to discover how Autumn Kerr is doing just that, while God is transforming Visiting Orphans as they equip leaders for short-term missions trips.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:39 – Introduction01:38 – Personal life and Visiting Orphans02:48 – The transitions in ministry04:32 – Maintaining unity across the world07:06 – The challenges of traveling10:00 – Approaching short term missions13:24 – Meaningful verse16:21 – Doing Ministry Well16:31 – How leadership training works18:04 – How to be involved20:19 – The ways God works and moves25:37 – Impact that goes beyond simple statistics28:25 – Next week on Engaging Missions30:54 – How to be a good guest for missionaries34:52 – Talking to someone on the fence35:58 – Internet and book resources37:11 – Parting adviceResources & Contact Infoautumn.kerr@visitingorphans.orgWhen Helping Hurts by Corbett and Fikkert (qualifying purchases benef

What if something most of us do - and you're likely planning - could change your life, inform your perspective, and fuel global missions? Listen to hear Tony Hedrick and Carol Garborg share their vision.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:27 – Episode summary01:44 – Introduction02:32 – The importance of Niteo Tours04:19 – How Niteo Tours started05:44 – Realizing the beauty of a culture07:36 – Locations and types of tours for Niteo16:04 – Who is this trip for?24:50 – Becoming knit at the heart27:14 – How much do the trips cost?30:55 – Using vacations for the Kingdom33:34 – Contact info34:06 – Can families with small children participate?34:42 – Desiring to see God’s accomplishments36:18 – Parting adviceResources & Contact InfoNiteo ToursToo Valuable to Lose by Taylor William (qualifying purchases benefit Engaging Missions)carol@niteotours.com800-455-8170FeedbackIf you’d have any comments or questions, you can always leave a comment in the show notes

Wondering how small amounts of money and small changes can make a big difference in missions? Discover what Gret Glyer, the Bad Missionary went from Enterprise Rent-a-Car to Malawi and what he is doing with DonorSee.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:36 – Episode summary01:42 – Introduction02:38 – What is DonorSee and how is it unique?04:04 – The joy of seeing impact04:31 – Adventures home and abroad05:20 – Learning to transition between cultures06:02 – What led you to teach math overseas?08:40 – Did you have to raise support?09:12 – The thirty days of preparation10:36 – Stick shift and sticky situations14:30 – Meaningful verse15:25 – Great podcasts and excerpts17:14 – Bad Missionary Podcast17:38 – The story behind DonorSee26:51 – Being a part of the ecosystem27:59 – How to avoid being overwhelmed by need30:54 – Next week’s episode32:28 – What transformation do you hope to see?35:26 – Marketplace matters37:15 – Surrounded by the nations39:05 – Internet and

If you want to know more about hearing from the Lord and building rhythms of life and grace into your home, you'll love this! John White shares about a simple framework for house churches, discipleship, and more.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:35 – Episode summary01:17 – Introduction04:03 – The transition from traditional to house church06:23 – The roles of family and synagogue09:31 – Training for the house church model15:03 – Meaningful verse16:06 – Resources and recommendations17:29 – Learning to know nothing19:31 – Every home as a church21:40 – How to start a “Church of 2”24:34 – Connecting and equipping leaders26:25 – How God has worked through the movement28:15 – What fuels your passion?30:36 – Next week on Engaging Missions32:01 – What to do when you’re done34:21 – Internet and book resources36:22 – Parting advice and contact info: The Luke 10 CommunityResources John Mentioned & Contact InfoOur Father Abraham: Jewish Roots of the Christia

If you want to pour transform your community, pour into children, and see God move powerfully in the generations coming up behind you, you won't want to miss this deep discussion on mentoring with Chris Tres. He's an inner-city pastor with a strong passion for the fatherless and orphaned kids in his own backyard. Today, he joins us to share about the importance of mentoring in ministry.Today, he joins us to share about the importance of mentoring in ministry. Using thought-provoking statistics and personal stories, he clearly paints a picture of how mentoring reflects the heart of God. As he points out, mentoring is powerful. It can be life-changing for a broken child and in an impoverished community.What we talked about00:35 – Episode summary01:03 – Introduction01:50 – Drawing out the deep waters within03:10 – The importance of investing in relationships05:41 – A biblical understanding of the orphan07:38 – The need for the love of a father10:31 – Is there a difference between discipleship and mentoring?

Reed Mitchell recently graduated from a missionary training school. He was involved in "everything" and has simplified. He shares how intentional living and hospitality are key in focusing on what's most important.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:33 – Episode summary01:24 – Introduction02:02 – Sharing about everyday life03:35 – The value of hospitality towards others05:19 – Meaningful verse09:35 – Surrendering “good things” to God12:19 – How great is the Word of God!16:23 – Teasers and places to support18:21 – Making relationships intentional22:51 – What prompted you to go to a missions school?31:07 – The greatest takeaway from school34:30 – Next week’s episode35:44 – Marketplace matters44:39 – Parting advice and contact infoReed on FacebookResources & Contact InfoReed Mitchell on FacebookWhen Helping Hurts by Steve Corbett (qualifying purchases benefit Engaging Missions)Other ResourcesFX Missions PodcastDoing Ministry WellChildren in MinistryFeedbac

Tim and Lydia do a great job at presenting some really easy ways to let kids be a part of the Great Commission. If the tools are simple enough for kids to use, anyone can spread the Gospel.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:33 – Episode summary02:17 – Introduction05:07 – Taking a step to involve the kids06:51 – How to lead through transitions10:16 – Overcoming the fears of change12:21 – How God redeemed a difficult time14:33 – Resources and helpful tools17:33 – Caleb’s thoughts on ministry18:51 – How did you begin involving the kids?21:46 – Using simple tools for spreading the Gospel22:47 – Benefits of having kids involved in ministry23:37 – What would you hope to see in later generations?28:40 – Ways to involve kids in ministry32:15 – Having a heart for the lost33:36 – Contact info and parting adviceMore about Children in MinistryThis is part of a special miniseries on involving children in ministry. Check out the links below for more information about resourc

From Sonic to Sunday mornings, Bryan and Michal King find ways to include the kids in ministry. Throughout the episode, they each share different ways to encourage the kids to be a part of spreading the Gospel.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:28 – Episode summary01:17 – Introduction04:08 – Modeling ministry to the kids05:04 – When were your kids adopted?05:51 – Have you always involved your kids in ministry?07:55 – Shifts in family dynamics09:29 – Kody’s story in 15 seconds10:20 – Desiring for a deep love of God and people12:47 – Overcoming fears of measuring up17:05 – Additional resources and teasers20:48 – Kody shares the Three Circles method23:50 – Kody’s favorite Bible story24:24 – How did you start your kids in ministry?25:23 – Josué’s training in ministry27:27 – Praying for carhops and forming relationships29:13 – Have you seen any prayers answered?30:02 – Michal’s perspective on transformation31:05 – The first step for getting kids involved32:24 – Bein

The Coopers were missionaries to Asia. One event overseas led Troy and Rachel to involve their children in ministry. Listen to discover how they're able to naturally integrate their lives.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:29 – Episode summary01:16 – Introduction01:49 – Letting kids take part in ministry04:31 – Being a magnet for conversation06:42 – When should kids start in ministry?13:20 – How the “bridge method” explains the Gospel14:18 – Praying for wholehearted devotion to Jesus18:00 – Missionary Updates21:32 – Integrating family and ministry27:01 – Sharing the Gospel at the skate park33:07 – Training children in missions35:42 – Living out what you teach36:22 – The vision for the family41:04 – Habits to help make disciplesResources & Contact InfoWebsite: CoopersOnAMissions.comThe 3 Circles (Malachi)[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZF75A3WX7FQ?version=3&rel=1&fs=1&autohide=2&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&a

Justin's family has always been involved in ministry. He and his son Josiah recently returned from a trip to Myanmar. Listen to discover what happened.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:44 – Show introduction02:57 – Introducing Justin and Josiah Steidinger03:36 – A quick overview of Justin's story and what led Justin to involve his in being the church and being more missions-minded05:24 – Is it new for Josiah to be involved with his parents in this capacity?05:44 – How was this experience different than what you expected?06:22 – Have your children always been involved? And if not, why not?07:39 – Has this been a shift from service-based support ministry involvement to direct ministry?08:04 – What led to the change in ministry focus?09:14 – What's changed in your lives since this transition?11:08 – How has this transition changed Josiah's relationship with God?11:39 – Were there any fears or roadblocks to changing your family's involvement?13:24 – What fruit hav

Toni M. Daniels spent 16 years as a missionary Uruguay. Now she's the director of a leadership institute and the author of "Back to Joy". Listen to discover how enjoying God has helped her overcome huge challenges.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:35 – Introduction02:20 – A little encouragement for transparency and honesty03:31 – How God gets us through fear, nervousness, and overwhelm04:13 – How to “get it all done” when resources are tight and you're working with broken people06:04 – What would you share with someone who is starting to get discouraged?08:19 – The time God gave Toni an image that helped her through a dark season.14:07 – How did God get you through that challenge?16:10 – Overcoming shame, being judged, and disappointment when life seems difficult.17:16 – Are there any meaningful or key Scriptures in your life?18:01 – Doesn't “rest” sometimes seem like a dirty word?18:30 – The Foundational Missions Leadership Moment with Scott McClelland23:36 –

Renee Treeyanon made an 8-month commitment to help a missionary and is still a missionary 16 years later. She's worn many hats over the years, including TV producer. Listen to discover the amazing ways God used her.Subscribe to the Show: https://engagingmissions.com/subscribeWhat we talked about00:33 – Episode summary01:41 – Introduction02:36 – Compelled by a vision05:08 – You’re not done yet07:32 – Changes over the years10:15 – How pioneering transforms daily life12:25 – Meaningful verse‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know. (Jeremiah 33, verse 3)13:33 – Learning to wear the many hats of ministry19:50 – Foundational Missions Leadership Moment23:48 – Current ministry and church planting29:35 – How do you approach planting a church?31:00 – What gets you through difficult times?35:24 – Exciting changes in the future40:58 – Marketplace matters43:14 – Surrounded by the nations44:36 – Internet and book resources46:29 – Parting advice and contact infoResou