The Gospel Mobilization Podcast

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The Gospel Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact. This podcast is a ministry of Gospel Mobilization. Visit us online at gospelmobilization.org

  1. FEB 9

    The Sending Shepherd with Denny Spitters and Matthew Ellison

    With more than 7,200 people groups in the world who have never heard the Good News of Jesus Christ, the staff at 1615 wondered, "How is the Church doing with its global missions engagement?" So they commissioned the Barna Group to survey American pastors to find out. The results are as exciting as they are challenging. In this episode, host Dave Jacob, interviewed Matthew and Denny from 1615 to hear the key findings from this ambitious research project. Here's what Dave asked: 1. What sparked the idea to produce this book?  2. What's the big idea? What issue are we trying to address?  3. Who is your target audience?  4. What did you learn from the Barna Study? Were there any surprises? 5. What do you hope pastors and senior leaders will gain from reading this book? 6. What change(s) do you hope to inspire/produce in the life of the reader and churches?    Find all the Show Notes at https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast.

    36 min

  2. JAN 5

    Clarifying the Mobilization Pipeline with Micah Pritchard

    How efficient is your mobilization sending pipeline for new missionary applicants? Do your current systems and processes meet the needs of your organization? It's always good to evaluate and this episode will help you process where your gaps might be and how you can improve your pipeline from inquiry to boots on the ground. We're getting very practical today so gather your staff and take notes. And then visit the show notes at https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast for a free downloadable workbook to help you and your team evaluate and customize the pipeline process that works best for you.   Here's what Dave asked Micah during the interview: When we think about our organization's sending pipeline, where should we start? What are some tools that can help us create efficient sending pipelines? As we are evaluating our pipeline and process, we may discover some gaps. How should we address those? How can mobilizers navigate wanting to vet applicants well with an efficient or even simple pipeline process? Do you think it's better for an applicant to stay with one mobilizer (or coach) throughout the entire sending process, or should we "hand off" applicants to other experts throughout the pipeline? Why? What's the craziest story you've ever heard with regards to the mobilization sending pipeline?

    36 min

  3. 12/08/2025

    A Story About Love, War, and the Unreached

    In the foothills of northwest Laos, an unreached tribal group lives unaware of the gospel--until an American army medic is captured and brought to their village. Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, the historical fiction book, Taking You Under My Skin imagines a mountain tribe's encounter with Jesus and how it transforms their lives forever. Follow the gripping journey of Mike Neilson as he miraculously escapes death to become a messenger of life. During his captivity, his fiancée, Lisa, clings to hope as she patiently waits for his return. Will their paths cross again? Tune in today as host Dave Jacob interviews author Marv Newell and learn how you can use this book to inspire and challenge those God is calling--no matter the cost. Visit our website for all the show notes:  https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast

    29 min

  4. 11/10/2025

    Launch Survey Results Part 2: What This Means for Teams and Field Leaders

    What helps and hinders new missionaries getting to the field? The Launch Survey was conducted in the first quarter of 2025 and the results are in! Over 2,400 new and aspiring missionaries provided fresh insights as to what (and who) helped them in their journey to become a missionary, and what obstacles they faced along the way. In this episode (part 2), host Dave Jacob and Katy White discuss the implications of the results for teams and field leaders. They share the data about the importance of having healthy teams, how current missionaries can help onboard new missionaries, and what factors are vital to implement for short-term mission trips. To see all the Launch Survey results including an article, webinar, and more, visit https://gospelmobilization.org/launchsurvey.

    45 min

  5. 10/13/2025

    Launch Survey Results Part 1: What This Means for Pastors and Churches

    What helps and hinders new missionaries getting to the field? The Launch Survey was conducted in the first quarter of 2025 and the results are in! Over 2,400 new and aspiring missionaries provided fresh insights as to what (and who) helped them in their journey to become a missionary, and what obstacles they faced along the way. In this episode, host Dave Jacob and Katy White discuss the implications of the results for pastors and churches, helping them position themselves to send more laborers around the world.

    41 min

  6. 09/17/2025

    Using AI to Mobilize Part 2

    How are you using AI to mobilize more missionaries? Perhaps you're not using AI at all.  This tool is growing extremely fast and it can be hard to stay informed. Today, Gospel Mobilization Podcast host Dave Jacob sits down with Bevin Ginder, cofounder of GlobalCAST Resources, who has spent more than 25 years mobilizing, equipping, and sending laborers to the field. This is Part 2 of our discussion on using AI to Mobilize. Listen to part 1 here:  https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast/2025/8/11/using-ai-to-mobilize-part-1-with-bevin-ginder. Dave and Bevin discuss practical tips for using AI to mobilize more missionaries and some helpful AI tools to help you send more. Find all the show notes at https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast.

    31 min

  7. 08/11/2025

    Using AI to Mobilize - Part 1

    How are you using AI to mobilize more missionaries? Perhaps you're not using AI at all.  This tool is growing extremely fast and it can be hard to stay informed. Today, Gospel Mobilization Podcast host Dave Jacob sits down with Bevin Ginder, cofounder of GlobalCAST Resources, who has spent more than 25 years mobilizing, equipping, and sending laborers to the field. They discuss the pros and cons of AI, why mobilizers should use it, and some practical AI tools to help you send more. Find all the show notes at https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast. Here are the questions Dave and Bevin discussed: 1. What would you say to a mobilizer who is scared of AI and is pretty much ignoring it? 2. What are some parameters mobilizers need to set when utilizing AI? 3. How can mobilizers best use AI?

    26 min

  8. 07/14/2025

    Mobilizing Gen Z Through Gaming with Luke Richey

    Today on the Gospel Mobilization Podcast, host Dave Jacob interviews Luke Richey, Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer for Gravity Jack, one of the first augmented reality companies in the U.S. that has helped build technology and games for brands like Pokémon GO, and World of Tanks. Dave and Luke talked about the gaming space, why the Church should be in these spaces, and how to best mobilize the younger generations through gaming. If you're listening to this episode with kids, please note that there is some mild language towards the end of the episode.

    32 min
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The Gospel Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact. This podcast is a ministry of Gospel Mobilization. Visit us online at gospelmobilization.org

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