God on the Move Podcast

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Explore the pulse of global mission with ’God on the Move’—a Lausanne Movement podcast dedicated to uncovering and celebrating inspiring mission stories from the global church. Join us as we delve into the heart of God’s work worldwide, aiming to ignite a passion for the Great Commission within you. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and propelled into faithful obedience alongside believers from every corner of the earth.

  1. 6D AGO

    76. Serving God Under Siege in Ukraine

    In this episode of God on the Move, Valentyn and Liuba Siniy share how Russia’s full-scale invasion has reshaped church life in Ukraine, from early surges of seekers asking “Where is God?” to ongoing fatigue, trauma, and uneven realities between frontline and distant regions. Valentyn, a pastor and seminary leader displaced from Kherson, describes churches near the front as crowded yet under-resourced, growing needs in women’s ministry, chaplaincy, and trauma healing, and increased cooperation among Orthodox, Catholic, and evangelical communities. He explains that persecution of evangelicals is most evident in Russian-occupied territories, recounting arrests of Christians, and rejects claims of widespread persecution in free Ukraine. Valentyn introduces his memoir Serving God Under Siege (Ukrainian title: A Man Whose Home Was Stolen), reflecting on evacuation, loss, theological testing, lament, and seeing God’s “hands” through others, and he asks for prayer for a just peace and national restoration.   📚 Links from the Interview Book: Serving God Under Siege Episode 48: Faith on the Front Line: Testimonies From Eastern Ukraine Tavriski Christian Institute   🧑‍💻 About Valentyn Valentyn Syniy was born in Kherson, Ukraine, and raised in a Christian family during the final decades of the Soviet Union. After committing his life to Christ and being baptized in 1995, he began serving in youth ministry at Christ the Savior Church in Kherson. Ordained as a pastor in 1998, he has dedicated his life to pastoral ministry, theological education, and leadership development.  He serves as President of Tavria Christian Institute, where he has taught since 2004, and holds degrees in Christian leadership, history, and theology, including a PhD in Theology. Following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, he led the evacuation and relocation of the institute while continuing to preach and minister in Ukraine. His work focuses on theological education, church leadership, and Christian witness in times of crisis.   🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony.   📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

    21 min

  2. FEB 23

    75. Beyond Ritual: Mental Health Advocacy in Indonesian Churches

    In this episode of God on the Move, Totok Wiryasaputra shares how he helped start and now leads the Indonesian Association of Psycho-Spiritual Counselors (IAPC) to raise mental-health awareness and develop psycho-spiritual caregiving within Indonesian churches across denominations. He describes Indonesia’s complex religious and political tensions across regions, the stigma and spiritual framing of mental illness, and the church’s tendency toward ritual and numerical growth rather than holistic, incarnational care. Totok explains IAPC’s grassroots approach—training pastors and church members, travelling to provinces for annual meetings, and integrating psychology and faith amid scepticism from both secular clinicians and conservative Christians—while noting challenges in practical follow-through after training. He outlines his “Hexagonal Church” dream centered on caring as a biblical, historical, ecclesiological, spiritual, operational, and cultural framework, recounts his upbringing in a remote village shaped by missionaries, and shares his ongoing grief-counseling and online ministry at age 75. He closes with a call for unity in a “post-apologetical” posture and a request for international partners to come to Indonesia and share experiences at IAPC gatherings.   📚 Links from the Interview IAPC About the Hexagonal Church   🧑‍💻 About Totok Totok Soemartho Wiryasaputra is an Indonesian theologian, pastoral counselor, and psychospiritual care leader, born in Kulon Progo, Yogyakarta. With decades of ministry experience as a local pastor, hospital chaplain, psychosocial practitioner, and professor of pastoral care and counseling, Totok has become a leading voice in grief care and psychospiritual counseling in Indonesia. He is the co-founder of the Indonesian Association of Psychospiritual Counselors (IAPC), served as its National Board Chairperson (2017–2022), and currently serves as Executive Director. He has also authored more than 35 published books in Indonesian, many focused on grief psychotherapy, counseling, and church-based mental health ministry.   🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony. 📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

    31 min

  3. FEB 9

    74. In the Shadow of Silence: A Young Man's Resilient Faith in a Troubled Niger

    In this episode of God on the Move, Ayouba Abdoulaye shares his inspiring journey from receiving his first Bible in a small village in Niger to becoming a spiritual assistant at CURE Hospital in Niamey. Ayouba discusses the challenges faced by the small Christian community in this predominantly Muslim country, including persecution, political instability, and the presence of extremist groups. He also reflects on his personal faith journey, the impact of missionaries, and the ongoing need for prayers and support from the global church. Hear how the Bible, powerful sermons, and the hope of Jesus Christ keep him going in the face of adversity.   📚 Links from the Interview CURE Hospital   🧑‍💻 About Ayouba Abdoulaye Chaibou Ayouba is from Torodi and currently resides in Niamey, NIger, where he serves as Assistant Spiritual Director. He is involved in spiritual guidance, moral formation, and community support, walking closely with individuals and groups as they grow in faith and character. Through his role, he is committed to strengthening spiritual life and fostering hope, responsibility, and unity within the community.   🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony. 📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

    27 min

  4. JAN 26

    73. Building Bridges of Love: Leaders in Learning's Mission in Pakistan

    In this episode of God on the Move, Mohsin Hanif shares his journey of faith and ministry in the rural areas near Lahore, Pakistan. Mohsin, along with his wife, has been working to bridge the gap between Muslim and Christian communities through education and practical acts of kindness. They started the 'Leaders in Learning Ministry' to create opportunities for both Muslim and Christian children to learn together. Despite facing significant challenges and social barriers, their effort to foster relationships and show Christ's love has led to transformative changes in their community. Through their school and various initiatives like sewing classes and kids' clubs, they have successfully built long-term friendships and mutual respect among different faiths. Mohsin also highlights the risks and hurdles they face in sharing the gospel in a predominantly Muslim society, emphasizing the importance of showing love before evangelizing. In this episode of God on the Move, Dave Coles shares his journey from pastoring in the U.S. to church planting in Indonesia. He discusses his work with Muslims and the importance of understanding and respecting diverse worldviews. Dave highlights the immense growth and impact of Church Planting Movements (CPMs) and Disciple Making Movements (DMMs), emphasizing reproducible practices, obedience-based discipleship, and family-focused evangelism. He also addresses the challenges and successes of contextual missions and the role of the global church in advancing God's kingdom. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural insights, Dave showcases how God is actively working across the world, transforming lives and communities through faith and obedience.   📚 Links from the Interview Leaders in Learning Instagram Leaders in Learning Facebook 🧑‍💻 About Mohsin Mohsin Hanif accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior at the age of 16. Together with his wife, he has been serving the Church since their teenage years. Both are M.Div graduates and are dedicated to reaching unreached slum communities in Pakistan by providing education and practical skills training. Their ministry serves both Muslim and Christian communities, with a heart to see lives transformed through education and the gospel. Mohsin is a pastor, husband, and educationist, committed to reaching the unreached through education. 🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony. 📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

    27 min

  5. JAN 12

    72. Unveiling the Impact of Church Planting Movements

    In this episode of God on the Move, Dave Coles shares his journey from pastoring in the U.S. to church planting in Indonesia. He discusses his work with Muslims and the importance of understanding and respecting diverse worldviews. Dave highlights the immense growth and impact of Church Planting Movements (CPMs) and Disciple Making Movements (DMMs), emphasizing reproducible practices, obedience-based discipleship, and family-focused evangelism. He also addresses the challenges and successes of contextual missions and the role of the global church in advancing God's kingdom. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural insights, Dave showcases how God is actively working across the world, transforming lives and communities through faith and obedience.   📚 Links from the Interview Book: God on the Move: Making Disciples Among the Nations Book: Living Fire: Advancing God’s Kingdom in Challenging Places Book: Cabbages in the Desert: How God Transformed a Devout Muslim and Catalyzed Disciple Making Movements among Unreached Peoples Podcast: Training Women Leaders in the United Arab Emirates for the Glory of God   🧑‍💻 About Dave Dave Coles is an encourager and resourcer of church-planting movements among unreached groups, serving with Beyond. He has dozens of articles published about church-planting movements, contextualization, reaching Muslims, and the nature of the church. Among other publications, he is the author of Jonathan Edwards on Movements, coauthor of Bhojpuri Breakthrough: A Movement that Keeps Multiplying, coeditor of 24:14 – A Testimony to All Peoples, and associate editor of Motus Dei: The Movement of God to Disciple the Nations.   🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony. 📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

    38 min

  6. 12/22/2025

    71. What Good Can Come From Nazareth?

    In this episode of God on the Move, Azar Ajaj shares his journey as an Evangelical Palestinian Israeli navigating the complex identities and socio-political challenges of living in Israel. Azar, president of Nazareth Evangelical College, discusses his testimony, his mission to bring a message of peace and forgiveness, and the difficulties faced by his community. He emphasizes the need for Christians to live out their faith actively and to be missionaries in their everyday lives. Join us to hear about Azar's work in equipping pastors, his family's story, and the importance of love and justice in building bridges between divided groups. Hear about the challenges of maintaining Christian faith amidst the political and social turbulence in the Holy Land, and pray for lasting peace and reconciliation.   📚 Links from the Interview Nazareth Evangelical College Podcast: Episode 27: The Complexity of Faith   🧑‍💻 About Azar   🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony. 📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

    34 min

  7. 12/01/2025

    70. Caring for the Community: Parish Nursing in Scotland

    In this episode of God on the Move, Kirsty Nelson shares her journey as a parish nurse in Dundee, Scotland. Kirsty offers a glimpse into the holistic approach of parish nursing, which addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the community. She discusses the challenges and rewards of working with vulnerable populations, including those struggling with addiction and homelessness. Through stories of transformative care and community outreach, Kirsty illustrates the powerful impact of showing consistent love and support. This episode also delves into the current state of the church in Scotland and the complexities of navigating faith in a liberal political climate.   📚 Links from the Interview Article: Heal the Sick and Tell Them That the Kingdom of God is Near Them Parish Nursing Dundee BBC Article on Kirsty’s Work 🧑‍💻 About Kirsty Kirsty Nelson is a full time Parish Nurse within Dundee Law Parish Church. She has 16 years of community Nursing experience, and completed the Scottish Queens Nursing programme in 2021. Kirsty supports people in Dundee who are living chaotic and broken lives, working with them to build a recovery that is sustainable and meaningful. Kirsty is a committed Christian and attends a local church in Dundee along with her husband.   🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony. 📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

    44 min

  8. 11/17/2025

    69. Jews for Jesus: A Personal and Global Mission

    In this emotional and inspiring episode of God on the Move, Dan Sered, the Lausanne Catalyst on Jewish Evangelism, shares his incredible journey from being a secular Jew in Israel to becoming a fervent believer in Jesus Christ. Dan discusses the pivotal moments that led to his faith, including a surprising encounter during a math tutoring session that changed his life. He delves into the challenges and rejections he faced from his family and community, and the passion that drives him to share the gospel with Jewish people worldwide. Dan also addresses common questions about Jewish evangelism and stresses the importance of making disciples of all nations, including the Jewish people. This episode is a testament to the transformative power of the gospel and the unyielding call to evangelize.   📚 Links from the Interview Lausanne Consultation on Jewish Evangelism Jews for Jesus YouTube channel: SO BE IT   🧑‍💻 About Dan  Dan Sered was born in Israel to a secular Jewish family and later relocated to the United States while he was in his teens. Dan attended Stony Brook University in New York where he met Dinah, a Jewish believer in Jesus who showed him how Yeshua (Jesus) fulfilled the prophecies of the Messiah. Dan’s eyes were opened and he committed his life to the Lord. In 1999 Dan and Dinah got married and soon after began serving as missionaries, joining Jews for Jesus and later moving to Israel. In 2006 Dan became the Israel director of Jews for Jesus, which quickly became the largest branch of the ministry worldwide. In 2019 Dan was appointed COO and Global Director for the organization and specifically supervises the day-to-day efforts of the branches in Europe, South Africa, Israel, and Australia. Dan received his MA in ministry and leadership from Western Seminary and his DMin in leadership from Dallas Theological Seminary (DTS). He is the president of the Lausanne Consultation on Jewish Evangelism and serves as co-catalyst for the Lausanne Jewish Evangelism Network. Dan is also an adjunct professor at DTS and helped to pastor All Nations Church in Petah Tikvah, Israel, for 17 years. He and Dinah have three children: Yael, Eithan, and Yoav. 🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony. 📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!

    41 min
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Explore the pulse of global mission with ’God on the Move’—a Lausanne Movement podcast dedicated to uncovering and celebrating inspiring mission stories from the global church. Join us as we delve into the heart of God’s work worldwide, aiming to ignite a passion for the Great Commission within you. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and propelled into faithful obedience alongside believers from every corner of the earth.

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