082: Behind the Scenes of the Global Missions Podcast

Rob “Mags” Magwood gives us a tour behind the scenes of the Global Missions Podcast. Mags chats with guest host Amy Walters about why the podcast was created, how it is produced, and what’s in store for Season 4.

Continue Reading

081: Before You Go: 5 Best Practices to Manage Risk in Short-Term Missions

Ken Hall has incredible expertise in helping churches and Christian charities in risk management and insurance protection. In this episode Ken outlines some common risks involved in short-term missions and shares 5 best practices that can help churches, mission agencies, and teams manage risk.

Continue Reading

080: GOJOURNAL: Enhancing Discipleship In Short-term Missions

Ed Vencio tells how the GOJOURNAL can enhance the discipleship experience of those participating in a short-term mission. Ed emphasizes the importance of reflection and mentoring before, during, and after a short-term mission.

Continue Reading

079: Developing our Biblical Understanding of Poverty

Barry Slauenwhite of Compassion Canada describes how a holistic approach to fighting poverty involves both the Good News and good works.

Continue Reading

077: What is Success in Missions?

Ken Guenther helps mission workers and churches develop a God-honoring understanding of what it means for a mission worker to be successful. Ken describes his own struggle to evaluate his success as a missionary and how it led him to study scripture. Drawing from 2 Corinthians, Ken outlines three markers of success.

Continue Reading

076: Understanding our Buddhist Friends and Neighbors

Richard Nakamura recounts his experience growing up in a Buddhist home and how he came to faith to Christ. Richard gives an overview of the teachings of Buddhism and offers advice to Christ-followers who want to reach out to their Buddhist friends and neighbors.

Continue Reading

075: Wisdom, Courage, and Devotion – 3 Missions Principles from the Book of Daniel

Michael Pawelke takes us to the Old Testament and shares 3 timeless missions principles from the book of Daniel. Michael highlights the testimony of Old Testament people in a foreign context who emerged as leaders with incredible influence.

Continue Reading

074: Exploring the Value of a Church Vision Trip

Simon Marrable describes how vision trips can lead to incredible long-term relationships and partnerships. He encourages church leaders to consider whether a vision trip may be right for their church.

Continue Reading

073: How Life Coaching Can Help Mission Workers Thrive

Sherri Dodd is a Professional Certified Coach who is passionate about helping cross-cultural workers thrive. In this episode Sherri helps us understand how life coaching can help mission workers achieve their goals and be effective in ministry.

Continue Reading

072: Honoring Your Parents When They Don’t Embrace Your Call to Missions

Anna recounts how her choice to serve in missions impacted her relationship with her parents. She tells how prayer, waiting on God, and trusting in Him helped her honor her parents and follow God’s call. Anna offers advice and encouragement to young people who may be in a similar situation.

Continue Reading