How Change Happens

How Change Happens
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Explores the stories, principles, and real-life moments that spark transformation in individuals, communities, and nations. Each episode dives into conversations with leaders, missionaries, and everyday people who are living out the gospel in bold and practical ways. The podcast highlights how obedience, compassion, and intentional action create lasting impact, showing that change isn’t accidental — it’s the result of faith meeting movement.

  1. God Told Me To Stop Trying for My Own Kids | Katrina Eskow | EP 022

    5d ago

    God Told Me To Stop Trying for My Own Kids | Katrina Eskow | EP 022

    After years of struggling with infertility and the pain of miscarriage, Katrina and her husband went to a stadium event in Orlando looking for a spark—but they weren't expecting a life-altering command. In this raw conversation, Katrina reveals the moment she heard an audible voice tell her to stop worrying about her own children and say "yes" to the ones who didn't have a home. What followed was a 4.5-year "warfare" against a system that judged them for their faith and pressured them to "drink the Kool-Aid". This is a story about the grit required to stay on your knees when the breakthrough feels impossible and the incredible "full circle" moment when a legal adoption was finalized on a national holiday. In This Episode: ▫️The Anchor of Written Revelation: Katrina emphasizes the vital importance of writing down exactly what God spoke at the beginning of a journey so that you have a "record" to combat the enemy's whispers and second-guessing during the long years of waiting. ▫️Standing Ground in a Broken System: She highlights the need for believers to maintain their integrity and "new light" when entering institutional systems, even when faced with pressure to "drink the Kool-Aid" or stop questioning questionable practices. ▫️Scripture as Spiritual Warfare: During the height of the 4.5-year battle, Katrina used specific passages—specifically Psalm 37—not just for comfort, but as a declaration of God’s character and a shield against the intense spiritual principalities she encountered. ▫️The Weight of "Simple Obedience": The interview underscores that one moment of "yes" can fundamentally shift the trajectory of a child's life, moving them from a cycle of brokenness into a stable, loving family. 📚 Sign up for a 60-day Free Trial with LOGOS: www.logos.com/thesend 🌐 Sign Up for The Send Conference 2026: www.thesend.org/conference ⛪️ Pastors & Church Leaders - Sign Up for The Activated Church: www.thesend.org/pastors 🔔 CarePortal Website - www.careportal.org 📲 Follow The Send on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesend 🔗 Stay updated: www.thesend.org SyncID - MB01ZBIKG8M9LUM

    39 min
  2. The Truth About Why Less Than 2% Of American Missionaries Are Black | Yasmin Pierce | EP 021

    Jul 1

    The Truth About Why Less Than 2% Of American Missionaries Are Black | Yasmin Pierce | EP 021

    Yasmin Pierce explores the "blueprint" for how real change happens within a community. Using the story of the Circuit Riders and the birth of Black Voices, she explains how creating space for radical honesty led to a God-encounter that transformed their entire staff. This conversation moves beyond political talking points and explores how to empower a generation to be proud of their identity "in a Jesus way" rather than through the lens of modern secular theories. In This Episode: ▫️Moving Beyond Politics: Why young people are hungry for more than political talking points, seeking instead a kingdom-based identity rooted in the Sermon on the Mount. ▫️The Power of Shared Pain: How leaning into the discomfort of racial shakings in 2020 led to a culture of repentance and authentic healing within their community. ▫️Identity vs. Platform: The importance of making a movement a "platform for Jesus" rather than just a showcase for a specific demographic. ▫️The "13-Year Overnight Success": Why staying in the "mix" and being faithful in small assignments for over a decade is the only way to be ready when God moves. 📚 Sign up for a 60-day Free Trial with LOGOS: www.logos.com/thesend 🌐 Sign Up for The Send Conference 2026: www.thesend.org/conference ⛪️ Pastors & Church Leaders - Sign Up for The Activated Church: www.thesend.org/pastors 🔥Follow Yasmin Pierce on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yasmin.isabellpierce/ 🔔 Purchase the Black Voices Manual - https://a.co/d/0iRCWoGR 🔔 Follow Circuit Riders on Instagram - www.instagram.com/circuitriders/ 🔔 Follow Black Voices on Instagram - www.instagram.com/blackvoicesmvmt/ 🔔 Follow Brian Williams on Instagram - www.instagram.com/brianmwilliams_/ 📲 Follow The Send on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesend 🔗 Stay updated: www.thesend.org

    1h 15m
  3. God Doesn't Care About Your Vision—He Cares About You | Banning Liebscher | EP 020

    Jun 22

    God Doesn't Care About Your Vision—He Cares About You | Banning Liebscher | EP 020

    We often think that once God gives us a vision, the next step is a platform. Banning Liebscher argues the opposite: the next step is actually the "root system". In this unfiltered conversation, the founder of Jesus Culture explains why God is more interested in developing your character than your calling. Banning shares the raw reality of the "Domino's Pizza" season—those years where your daily life looks nothing like the big word God gave you—and why your vision actually provides the purpose for your pain. If you feel stuck, hidden, or frustrated by a "boring" local church, this episode is a masterclass in how to stay the course until you are the size of the vision God spoke over you. In This Episode: ▫️Character Precedes Calling: God is not interested in developing your vision; He is interested in developing you, because if He released a big vision on a "small" person, it would destroy them. ▫️Vision Gives Pain Purpose: The big dreams God gives you aren't just for the future; they are intended to be the "anchor" that helps you endure the fire and the stretching seasons required for your growth. ▫️Thriving in the Mundane: A major hurdle for modern leaders is the inability to thrive in "boring" or mundane environments; true maturity is shown when you can lead a prayer meeting that nobody attends. ▫️The Mentorship "Secret": To attract high-level mentors, you must be "good soil"—which Banning defines as someone who proactively seeks out input and then immediately implements what they’ve learned. 📚 Sign up for a 60-day Free Trial with LOGOS: www.logos.com/thesend 🌐 Sign Up for The Send Conference 2026: www.thesend.org/conference ⛪️ Pastors & Church Leaders - Sign Up for The Activated Church: www.thesend.org/pastors 🔥Follow Banning Liebschur on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebanning/ 📲 Follow The Send on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesend 🔗 Stay updated: www.thesend.org SyncID - MB01ZBIKG8M9LUM

    1h 1m
  4. "I Didn't Even Skate": Saying Yes To The Wrong Door Helped Me Find My Calling | Jake Mason | EP 019

    Jun 15

    "I Didn't Even Skate": Saying Yes To The Wrong Door Helped Me Find My Calling | Jake Mason | EP 019

    Jake Mason grew up watching his father run camps in their front yard, but he never expected to lead a movement himself. At just 22 years old, he found himself in a room full of exhausted leaders, raising his hand to take on a responsibility he wasn’t sure he was ready for. In this episode, Jake breaks down his unconventional journey—from building skate ramps in Hawaii (despite not being a skater) to leading "Infusion," a youth movement focused on radical transformation. We dive into the psychology of "camp highs," why the secret to finding your calling is simply walking through the doors that are already open, and the science of why music shapes identity more than words. In This Episode: ▫️Calling is a response, not a search: Jake emphasizes that instead of trying to "figure out" a calling, individuals should look for open doors and serve where there is an immediate need. ▫️Passions are a "God-given" bridge: He shares how utilizing a secular passion, like skateboarding, can create an authentic space where people can express themselves and eventually connect with the Creator. ▫️The power of removing distractions: Jake compares spiritual camps to Nehemiah rebuilding the wall, arguing that removing daily distractions allows people to focus on God with a clarity that is impossible in normal life. ▫️Worship as identity formation: He explains that music is pivotal for young people because they "attach their identity" to the anthems they hear, creating deep, "embodied" brain patterns during their most formative years. 📚 Sign up for a 60-day Free Trial with LOGOS: www.logos.com/thesend 🌐 Sign Up for The Send Conference 2026: www.thesend.org/conference ⛪️ Pastors & Church Leaders - Sign Up for The Activated Church: www.thesend.org/pastors 🔥Follow Jake Mason on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jaketothemason/ 🔔 Follow Circuit Rider Youth on Instagram - www.instagram.com/circuitrideryouth/ 💻 Riders Youth Camp Website: www.circuitriders.com/camp 💻 Commission Camp Website: www.ffnashville.com/commissioncamp 📲 Follow The Send on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesend 🔗 Stay updated: www.thesend.org SyncID - MB01ZBIKG8M9LUM

    51 min
  5. The 20-Year-Old Who Moved To the Middle East and Never Came Back | Micah Studer | EP 018

    Jun 8

    The 20-Year-Old Who Moved To the Middle East and Never Came Back | Micah Studer | EP 018

    Micah Studer joined "How Change Happens" to discuss his two-decade journey as a missionary in some of the most challenging regions of the world. Micah opens up about the "product of his environment" that led him to leave the Northwest at 20, the unexpected turn toward refugee ministry during the Arab Spring, and the humbling moments that reshaped his entire outlook on faith. This episode is a masterclass in "lifestyle missions," where honesty, ethics, and meeting practical needs serve as the loudest testimonies of all. In This Episode: ▫️The Power of Discipleship: How a small church youth group produced 10 long-term missionaries by simply making the Great Commission a normal part of their vernacular. ▫️Witnessing Through Conduct: Why research shows that observing a believer's life is often a more powerful catalyst for conversion than seeing signs or wonders. ▫️The Shift in Philosophy: Moving from a "power of God, let's go" mindset to a discerning heart that looks for where God has already softened a "hard heart". ▫️Seeing and Meeting Needs: The radical simplicity of Micah's life motto: identifying a local need—whether it's a washing machine for a widow or starting an anti-trafficking ministry—and simply saying "yes". 📚 Sign up for a 60-day Free Trial with LOGOS: www.logos.com/thesend 🌐 Sign Up for The Send Conference 2026: www.thesend.org/conference ⛪️ Pastors & Church Leaders - Sign Up for The Activated Church: www.thesend.org/pastors 🔥Follow Micah Studer on Instagram: www.instagram.com/micahstroodle/ 📲 Follow The Send on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesend 🔗 Stay updated: www.thesend.org SyncID - MB01ZBIKG8M9LUM

    1h 2m
  6. My "Shoe Moment" in Malaysia that totally changed my life | Justin Yuen | EP 017

    Jun 1

    My "Shoe Moment" in Malaysia that totally changed my life | Justin Yuen | EP 017

    At 13 years old, Justin Yuen stood in his living room in Malaysia, holding a pair of shoes over his head and promising God he would go anywhere. Then, he forgot. For five years, Justin chased a "conventional" life of status and academics while his spiritual life went dry—unaware that his mother was behind the scenes, journaling and praying for his return. In this episode, Justin reveals the raw, "savage" moment God confronted his pride, the full-circle encounter with the man who first inspired his faith, and what it’s actually like to lead a team while sick and "dying" in a kitchen in the middle of Georgia. This is a story about the relentless faithfulness of a God who refuses to let a "lost cause" go. In This Episode: ▫️The Trap of Secondhand Faith: Justin admits to "memorizing YouTube sermons" to preach to others while having no personal substance or relationship with God himself. ▫️Character vs. Ability: Despite having a public "calling," Justin reflects on why God kept him out of the spotlight during his early missions work, noting that his pride would have "crushed" him if he had been thrusted onto a stage too early. ▫️The Power of Cultural Identity: After years of neglecting his Malaysian heritage to fit into British culture, Justin experienced a profound "heartbreak" and restoration of his identity, realizing God didn't make a mistake in his heritage ▫️Obedience in the "Dirt": Justin shares the reality of the mission field in Georgia, where he felt like quitting due to sickness and logistical failure, only to be sustained by a daily "sign" of birds that reminded him of God's provision. 📚 Sign up for a 60-day Free Trial with LOGOS: www.logos.com/thesend 🌐 Sign Up for The Send Conference 2026: www.thesend.org/conference ⛪️ Pastors & Church Leaders - Sign Up for The Activated Church: www.thesend.org/pastors 🔥Follow Fire & Fragrance on Instagram: www.instagram.com/firefragrance/ 📲 Follow The Send on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesend 🔗 Stay updated: www.thesend.org SyncID - MB01ZBIKG8M9LUM

    49 min
  7. I Grew Up Thinking I Had To Be Quiet: Finding Your Voice | Eniola Abioye | EP 016

    May 25

    I Grew Up Thinking I Had To Be Quiet: Finding Your Voice | Eniola Abioye | EP 016

    We sit down with Eniola, a musician and missionary whose work with Black Voices is mobilizing a new generation of leaders. Eniola breaks down her unique framework for a life of impact—lifestyle, skillset, community, and focus. She shares how her Nigerian heritage and Atlanta upbringing shaped her sound and why she believes the "lace-up-your-boots" mentality is the only way to move from talking about change to actually living it. We explore the discipline behind the art, from the rules of screenwriting to the "recipe" for spiritual impact. In This Episode: ▫️Authenticity is a Fight: Why Eniola looks to artists like Tupac and Lauryn Hill to understand the power of being fundamentally who you are. ▫️Skill vs. Subjectivity: Why a missionary artist must commit to their craft with the same precision a surgeon applies to medicine. ▫️Anthems for the Silent: How the song "I Will Follow Jesus" was written to give a voice to young Black leaders who have felt silenced by culture. ▫️Simple Obedience: Why the most complicated problems are often solved by the simplest acts of "yes" to God. 📚 Sign up for a 60-day Free Trial with LOGOS: www.logos.com/thesend 🌐 Sign Up for The Send Conference 2026: www.thesend.org/conference ⛪️ Pastors & Church Leaders - Sign Up for The Activated Church: www.thesend.org/pastors 🔥Follow Eniola on Instagram: www.instagram.com/eniola.anna/ 📲 Follow The Send on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesend 🔗 Stay updated: www.thesend.org SyncID - MB01ZBIKG8M9LUM

    1h 19m
  8. We Bought The Drug House Across The Street: A Story Of Radical Redemption | Melissa Jensen | EP 015

    May 18

    We Bought The Drug House Across The Street: A Story Of Radical Redemption | Melissa Jensen | EP 015

    Melissa Jensen shares her journey from dreaming of international missions to finding a radical calling in her own neighborhood in Kona, Hawaii. What started as a simple moment washing dishes transformed into a movement of "Love Feasts," foster care, and community redemption. Melissa discusses the heavy reality of foster care, the challenge of loving birth parents, and why she believes the solution to community brokenness starts with the person right across the street. In This Episode: ▫️The Shift to Local: Why Melissa surrendered her "nations" dream to adopt her local neighborhood. ▫️"Love Feasts": How gathering people around food and extravagant love opened doors to the most broken neighborhoods. ▫️Beyond Childcare: The realization that fostering children is as much about "adopting" and championing their birth parents. ▫️Redeeming Property: The miraculous story of acquiring a former drug house across the street to turn it into a home for pregnant and postpartum mothers. 📚 Sign up for a 60-day Free Trial with LOGOS: www.logos.com/thesend 🌐 Sign Up for The Send Conference 2026: www.thesend.org/conference ⛪️ Pastors & Church Leaders - Sign Up for The Activated Church: www.thesend.org/pastors 🔥Follow Melissa Jensen on Instagram: www.instagram.com/mel_jensen/ 📲 Follow The Send on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesend 🔗 Stay updated: www.thesend.org

    1h 8m
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Explores the stories, principles, and real-life moments that spark transformation in individuals, communities, and nations. Each episode dives into conversations with leaders, missionaries, and everyday people who are living out the gospel in bold and practical ways. The podcast highlights how obedience, compassion, and intentional action create lasting impact, showing that change isn’t accidental — it’s the result of faith meeting movement.

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