On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse

On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse
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On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse

On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse is a podcast with Kristy Graham that explores the work we’re doing around the world. Experience what it’s like to be in the field with our teams, and hear first-hand from staff, volunteers, and people we help. 

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    A Family’s Story of Survival: Hurricane Helene

    Hear a testimony of God’s faithfulness in a storm, as Kristy Graham talks with a family of five who lost their home in Hurricane Helene. Even though they watched everything they had worked for wash away, the Bowens chose to trust God. Resources:Learn more about Samaritan’s Purse rebuild projects that are continuing after Hurricane Helene.Volunteer with us!Listen to “Hope in Heartache: Hurricane Helene” to hear Kristy Graham speak with Samaritan’s Purse staff in the initial stage of the r...

    26 min

  2. JAN 24

    Building Churches in the Last Frontier

    Every year, Samaritan’s Purse builds a church in remote Alaska as part of our efforts to take the Gospel to the ends of the earth. Hear from Corey and Kristin, who work on this project year-round, about the challenges and joys that they encounter while serving as well as how you can pray for these church builds and the people in these isolated areas. Resources:Read more about Samaritan’s Purse church build in Mekoryuk, Alaska.Volunteer with U.S. Disaster Relief and Alaska Church Builds.L...

    26 min

  3. JAN 17

    Passing the Torch in Ecuador: Operation Christmas Child

    Travel to Quito, Ecuador, where you will hear what it was like for Wheaton College students and staff to take part in Operation Christmas Child outreach events and a graduation ceremony for The Greatest Journey. You will hear directly from the hearts of these students who grew up packing shoeboxes, and recently, got to witness firsthand what God is doing through this Samaritan’s Purse project around the world. Resources:Watch Wheaton College students partner with Operation Christmas Chil...

    26 min

  4. JAN 10

    Surrendering in Obedience

    Sam Hawes has served with Samaritan's Purse for more than 10 years both in the field and at international headquarters. During that time, God has been faithful to teach Sam about obedience during many changing seasons. Sam shares about surrendering to the Lord, and striving to glorify Him in everything we do. Sam also speaks about unique programming happening in Liberia that he got the privilege to witness firsthand.Resources:[Learn more about the Disaster Assistance Response Team](https://sa...

    26 min

  5. JAN 3

    How God Answered Prayers in 2024

    God answers prayers, and the Bible tells us that we can pray about anything and everything, bringing our requests to Him. He hears us and He knows us. Kristy Graham talks with staff from across the ministry about how they have seen the faithfulness of God and witnessed prayers answered. We rejoice about what God has done in and through Samaritan’s Purse in 2024. Resources:Listen to Hope in “Heartache: Hurricane Helene” to hear Kristy Graham speak with Samaritan’s Purse staff about the un...

    26 min

  6. 12/27/2024

    Treasuring and Pondering God’s Word This Christmas

    In her Christmas devotion, Kristy Graham encourages listeners to take time this season to treasure and ponder God’s Word. Kristy shares what the Lord taught her recently and how God can use the same Scriptures to reveal something new in each season. She talks about how both Mary and Simeon’s faithfulness in Luke 2 is an encouragement to her, demonstrating unwavering trust in God’s plan. Resources:Check out the Christmas Catalog!Have you heard the Good News of salvation?Listen to “Hope in...

    26 min

  7. 12/20/2024

    Seen, Known, and Loved

    How have you felt loved and seen by God? When Veronica received a gift-filled Operation Christmas Child shoebox, the bitterness and anger she had built up inside faded away, and instead, God’s love filled her with joy. Later, Veronica shared about this sacrificial love that changed her heart by teaching The Greatest Journey and packing shoebox gifts for other children. Veronica’s life continues to send out ripples of Gospel influence that help many people learn that they are seen, known, and ...

    26 min

  8. 12/13/2024

    How to Combat Compassion Fatigue and Burnout

    God's power is made perfect in our weakness. We often try to do everything in our own strength, and we quickly get to the end of ourselves. Kristy Graham sat down with Jessica Zerkle, a licensed counselor, to talk about compassion fatigue, burnout, and how she addresses suffering in the world in her own profession and as a follower of Christ. Resources:Learn more about God’s love and how you can accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior. Listen to “Packing Shoebox Gifts Afte...

    26 min
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On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse is a podcast with Kristy Graham that explores the work we’re doing around the world. Experience what it’s like to be in the field with our teams, and hear first-hand from staff, volunteers, and people we help. 

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    On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    192
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    © 2025 On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse
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