Mission Post

Vision Baptist Missions, Inc.

An extension of Vision Baptist Missions, Inc., Mission Post is a podcast all about missions. Welcome to Mission Post — where real stories meet real missions. Here, we share weekly conversations with missionaries from around the world, offering practical insight, honest encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes look at life on the mission field. Whether you’re preparing for ministry, curious about global missions, or simply looking for inspiration in your walk with God, this channel is for you. Each episode dives into: • Personal testimonies and calling stories • Lessons from the field • Challenges and victories in cross-cultural ministry • Practical guidance for those pursuing missions • What God is doing through His people across the globe Our goal is simple: to encourage, equip, and inspire believers to take part in the Great Commission.

  1. Mission Post | All In: Faith on the Mission Field with Kason Bloom

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    Mission Post | All In: Faith on the Mission Field with Kason Bloom

    What does it really take to leave comfort, plant a church, and raise a family on the mission field? In this episode, missionary Cason Bloom shares his powerful journey of being called to Ecuador, planting a church in Quito, and trusting God through uncertainty, hardship, and growth. From launching a church with no contacts to discipling new believers and preparing national leadership, this conversation offers real encouragement for missionaries, pastors, and anyone considering God’s call. Cason also opens up about family life on the mission field, balancing ministry and parenting, and why living with eternity in view changes everything. 🔥 Whether you’re a young person wrestling with missions, a missionary in a hard season, or someone wondering what God wants you to do with your life—this episode is for you. ________________________________________ 📌 In This Episode: • How God called a family to missions in Ecuador • What church planting really looks like from day one • Raising kids while serving on the mission field • Encouragement for missionaries who feel discouraged • Why belief in eternity makes missions a logical decision • Future vision: planting another church & training pastors ________________________________________ ▶️ Watch, be encouraged, and ask the question: “God, what do You want me to do with my life?” 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe for more missionary stories and faith-building conversations. SUBSCRIBE to our podcast "Mission Post" on all platforms. To learn more about Vision Baptist Missions, go to visionmissions.com Follow us on social media and check out our website. Quotes: “We arrived with no contacts—just prayer and obedience.” “God can build a church out of nothing if you’re willing to start.” “Don’t make life‑changing decisions in your darkest moment.” “Sometimes God removes things—not to hurt us, but to show us what we’ve been trusting more than Him.” “Missions often looks like knowing what needs to be done before you know how it will work.” “If we really believed eternity was real, missions wouldn’t be a strange idea—it would be logical.” “Comfort isn’t neutral; it can quietly replace calling.” “God didn’t just give us a church—He raised up a pastor from the very first service.” “You can be faithful in ministry and still need to ask God what must change.” “Why use your life for temporary things when eternal things are at stake?” “We didn’t quit—not because it was easy, but because God was faithful.” “Ministry and family aren’t enemies, but balance takes planning.”

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  2. Mission Post | Called Where Few Believe with Jim Roberts IV

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    Mission Post | Called Where Few Believe with Jim Roberts IV

    What happens when God changes the mission field mid‑calling? In this powerful conversation, Jim Roberts shares his journey from being born on the mission field, to planting churches in India, to walking through fear, uncertainty, government pressure, and finally hearing God say it was time to come home. “With less than two percent of India identifying as Christian, everywhere we went—we were the minority.” From extreme heat and crowded cities to visa stress and spiritual battles, this episode opens a real window into life as a missionary in India and the cost of obedience. “Fear of man brings a snare—but God did not give us a spirit of fear.” Jim recounts: Being redirected from Scotland to India • Planting churches in New Delhi • Nearly facing government shutdowns • Adopting a child overseas • Wrestling with the hardest decision of his life—leaving the mission field • How God continues to use his calling today as a pastor Whether you’re missions‑minded, wrestling with God’s direction, or simply encouraged by stories of faith, this testimony will challenge and strengthen you. 👉 Obedience doesn’t always mean staying. Sometimes it means trusting God when He changes the assignment. SUBSCRIBE to our podcast "Mission Post" on all platforms. To learn more about Vision Baptist Missions, go to visionmissions.com Follow us on social media and check out our website. #ChristianPodcast #Missions #MissionaryLife #IndiaMissions #FaithStory #ChurchPlanting #CalledByGod #Obedience #LessThanTwoPercent #Testimony #PastorLife #visionmissions #JimRobertsIV 🔥 Faith & Calling Quotes “I just wanted to do something for the Lord, and He’s allowed me to do that my whole saved life.” “I said, ‘Lord, if there’s nobody there, I’ll go.’ And I just got peace about it.” “Obedience doesn’t always mean staying—sometimes it means trusting God when He changes the assignment.” “God knows what’s right and what’s perfect—not me.” “I loved India, but I already felt like the Lord was done with me there.” 🌍 Missions & Ministry Quotes “Everywhere we went, we were less than two percent Christian.” “It’s still a very needy country, especially in the north—very little gospel influence.” “If you can get in and you can stay in, you can minister. It’s the business side that’s hard.” “We started the first fellowship in our house—that’s how it all began.” “I didn’t know anybody when we landed in India.” 😬 Fear, Risk & Trust Quotes “Leaving the country and coming back in was always extremely stressful.” “It was hard to enjoy a vacation knowing I’d have to face immigration again in a few days.” “The fear of man bringeth a snare—that verse has helped me more times than I can count.” “God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.” “At any time, they could’ve stopped us or kicked us out.” 🔥 Life in India Quotes (Great for Clips) “Summertime in New Delhi? It’s miserable—like 115 or 120 degrees.” “You never knew what you were going to see—elephants, camels, cows, monkeys.” “Everything is a god there—the trees, the animals, even people.” “Two seasons: hot and cold. No in-between.”

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  3. Mission Post | Bible Studies That Plant Churches with Pastor Steve Hall

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    Mission Post | Bible Studies That Plant Churches with Pastor Steve Hall

    How do you plant churches and make disciples one person at a time? In this episode, Pastor Steve Hall shares decades of ministry insight on using one-on-one Bible studies to reach the lost, disciple believers, and plant healthy churches. This conversation is especially helpful for missionaries, church planters, pastors, and ministry leaders who want to stay focused on what matters most: seeing people saved and trained to teach others. You’ll learn why the first part of the Great Commission is often neglected, how personal Bible studies lead to genuine conversions, and how to find people to teach anywhere you go—from church visitors to door knocking, everyday encounters, and follow-up relationships. This episode challenges the danger of becoming too busy with administration and reminds us that abiding in Christ and teaching the Bible is the foundation of fruitful ministry. Topics Covered: • Teaching the Bible to lost people • One-on-one discipleship and evangelism • Church planting through Bible studies • Witnessing vs. teaching • Keeping soul-winning the priority in missions • Training believers to make disciples If you’re preparing for the mission field—or already serving—this conversation will refocus your heart and sharpen your ministry. SUBSCRIBE to our podcast "Mission Post" on all platforms. To learn more about Vision Baptist Missions, go to visionmissions.com Follow us on social media and check out our website. Key Quotes from the Episode “The Great Commission has two ‘teachings—and most churches miss the first one.” “Teaching the lost is just as biblical as discipling believers.” “If you’re too busy to teach lost people, your church will be too.” “Never get so full of administration that you forget why you’re a missionary.” “Churches grow best one person at a time.” “Witnessing is the gateway to teaching.” “Faith comes by hearing—and hearing happens best one on one.” “You don’t need ten people for a Bible study—just one willing heart.” “If someone will give you six Bible studies, God usually saves them.” “One of the greatest joys in life is having a spiritual baby.” “Heaven rejoices over one sinner who repents.” “Don’t live vicariously through other people seeing souls saved.” “If nobody’s being saved, ministry becomes miserable.” “You’ll never have a Bible study if you never ask for one.” “The Bible is the most interesting book in the world—let it speak.” “False converts disappear, but disciples stay.” “Why are you a missionary? So people might be saved.” “Train people to do the work—you can’t add staff on the mission field.” “Abiding in Christ always leads to fruit.” “Don’t forget the best thing: teaching the Bible and seeing people saved.”

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  4. Mission Post | Identity in Christ When Mental Health Hurts with Sam Quinn

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    Mission Post | Identity in Christ When Mental Health Hurts with Sam Quinn

    What happens when mental health and ministry collide? In this honest and deeply encouraging conversation, Sam Quinn shares his personal journey with anxiety, depression, and faith, including how a panic attack once sent him to the hospital, believing he was having a heart attack. This episode addresses the myths Christians often hear—like “if you loved God more, this wouldn’t happen”—and offers a biblical, compassionate, and practical approach to mental health. Sam explains why anxiety is not a lack of faith, why shame blocks healing, and how believers can accept their struggle without letting it define their identity. If you’ve ever wrestled with stress, burnout, depression, or anxiety—especially while trying to serve God—this conversation is for you. Key Topics Covered: • Mental health in ministry and daily Christian life • Anxiety attacks vs. panic attacks • Why mental health struggles are not spiritual failure • Biblical identity vs. mental health labels • Faith, counseling, psychology, and practical tools • “Your struggle is not your identity.” • Using weakness to help others This episode is part of an ongoing discussion on mental health and faith, offering hope, clarity, and truth for believers navigating real struggles in a broken world. SUBSCRIBE to our podcast "Mission Post" on all platforms. To learn more about Vision Baptist Missions, go to visionmissions.com Follow us on social media and check out our website. Key Quotes from the Episode Mental Health & Ministry “I’ve never had a ministry that wasn’t at least a tiny bit of chaos.” “When those two worlds collide—ministry and mental health—you realize life isn’t as neat as we want it to be.” “Trying to serve the Lord doesn’t exempt you from stress, anxiety, or depression.” Anxiety, Panic, and Physical Symptoms “I thought I was having a heart attack—but it turned out to be anxiety.” “Anxiety attacks don’t mean you’re worrying too much; they mean something real is happening in your body and mind.” “Just because it’s ‘all in your head’ doesn’t mean it isn’t destroying your life.” Faith and Mental Health “Anxiety doesn’t mean you’re being faithless.” “You can be praying, reading your Bible, serving God—and still struggle.” “If you leave the soul out of mental health, it doesn’t work. If you leave science out, it doesn’t work either.” Shame, Denial, and Harmful Responses “Telling someone they just don’t love God enough creates shame, not healing.” “Mental health issues, untreated, act like an infection—they don’t heal by being ignored.” “Gaslighting someone’s pain doesn’t make it disappear.” “Adding shame to anxiety or depression only undermines help.” Acceptance and Moving Forward “The first step isn’t fixing it—it’s believing it exists.” “You can’t move forward if you pretend you don’t have a problem.” “Accepting your struggle doesn’t mean surrendering your future.” “Learning to rest is not optional—it’s necessary.” Identity in Christ “Your struggle is not your identity.” “I am a person who struggles with depression; I am not depression.” “Who God says you are is more true than what anxiety tells you.” “These struggles are part of my journey, but they are not the end of my journey.” Purpose and Compassion “We’re comforted so we can comfort others.” “What I struggled with gave me compassion I didn’t have before.” “Mental health is a mission field.”

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  5. Mission Post | Mastering Time Management: 5 Biblical Principles with John Pearson

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    Mission Post | Mastering Time Management: 5 Biblical Principles with John Pearson

    Are you constantly busy but still feel unproductive? In this episode, John Pearson shares 5 biblical principles of time management that will help you take control of your schedule, eliminate distractions, and focus on what truly matters. This conversation goes beyond productivity hacks. We discuss redeeming the time, building intentional habits, and creating a daily plan that balances work, ministry, family, and spiritual growth. From early‑morning routines to the famous “eat the frog” principle, this episode offers practical wisdom for pastors, missionaries, leaders, and anyone struggling to manage their time well. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by urgent demands, procrastination, or distractions, this episode will give you a clear, biblical framework to structure your day and live with greater purpose. SUBSCRIBE to our podcast "Mission Post" on all platforms. To learn more about Vision Baptist Missions, go to visionmissions.com Follow us on social media and check out our website. Quotes! 🕰️ Time & Productivity “Time management is using the time resource in a day to get the most productivity—without draining your emotional, mental, or spiritual reserves.” “We all have the same 24 hours, but not all of us use those 24 hours the same way.” “Good time management isn’t a list of things you do—it’s the person you become.” “If the important things are done early, the rest of the day becomes much easier to manage.” “Getting up early and knowing what you’re going to do—that’s where most success starts.” 🔁 Habits & Discipline “Habits eventually stop being habits and start becoming who you are.” “Plan tomorrow’s work today so you don’t wake up guessing.” “Work while you’re working so you can rest while you’re resting—without guilt.” “Multitasking is a mirage. You only think you’re doing multiple things.” “If you keep pushing off the hard thing, it only gets bigger.” 🐸 The “Eat the Frog” Principle “If the first thing you do every day is eat the frog, everything else feels easier.” “The longer you wait to eat the frog, the bigger and harder it gets.” “Do the difficult things first—then even a chaotic afternoon can’t ruin your day.” 🚨 Urgent vs Important “Urgent things are usually put on your schedule by other people.” “Most urgency is just the result of poor planning.” “Priority is a singular word—if everything is a priority, nothing is.” “Jesus was always busy, but He was never in a hurry.” 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family, Ministry & Balance “Balance isn’t the best word—blend is.” “Bringing the family into what you do works better than constantly trying to separate time.” “If you work during rest time, you’ll always feel guilty—and still be tired.” 🎯 Long‑Term Vision & Opportunity “Good plans are helpful, but you should also be positioned for unexpected opportunities.” “Don’t get so locked into a five‑year plan that you miss what God brings today.” 🔥 Overcoming Failure & Laziness “Good time management is an assault on human nature.” “We’re naturally self‑centered, so discipline will always feel unnatural at first.” “You don’t just need a plan to succeed—you need a plan to not fail.” “Laziness and self‑centeredness will kill even the best plan.” “If you don’t attack what holds you back, you’ll eventually lose enthusiasm for moving forward.” 📖 Faith‑Focused Quotes “Redeeming the time requires intention—it never happens accidentally.” “God’s work deserves our best hours, not our leftovers.” “When you manage your time well, you create room for God to work.”

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  6. Mission Post | Sharpening the Axe: The Value of Ongoing Education with Dr. J. Michael Lester

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    Mission Post | Sharpening the Axe: The Value of Ongoing Education with Dr. J. Michael Lester

    Mission Post | Sharpening the Axe: The Value of Ongoing Education with Dr. J. Michael Lester Join us for a powerful and encouraging conversation with Dr. J. Michael Lester, President of Veritas Baptist College, as he shares his journey of ministry, leadership, education, and faith. From his early calling as a teenager in Georgia, to 26 years of teaching and leading in California, to now guiding an online Bible college that equips pastors and missionaries worldwide—Dr. Lester offers wisdom for every stage of ministry. In this interview, we discuss: • The mission and vision of Veritas Baptist College • Why ongoing ministry education matters for pastors and missionaries • How missionaries can continue training from anywhere in the world • Leadership lessons from decades in Christian education • The importance of preparation in the call to preach • How to build teams, manage time, and stay effective • Encouragement for missionaries facing trials, discouragement, or burnout • Dr. Lester’s books Go Forward and Rightly Divided • Personal stories of faith, family, and God’s grace Whether you’re a missionary, pastor, youth leader, Bible college student, or someone preparing for full‑time ministry, this conversation is filled with practical insight and spiritual encouragement. ✨ Learn more about Veritas Baptist College: https://vbc.edu/ ✨ Explore Vision Baptist Missions: https://visionmissions.com 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help more people learn about missions and the work God is doing around the world. SUBSCRIBE to our podcast "Mission Post" on all platforms. To learn more about Vision Baptist Missions, go to visionmissions.com Follow us on social media and check out our website. Quotes! ✅ Quotes About Ministry & Calling • “A call to preach is a call to prepare.” • “I have one life—so how can I get the most impact out of that life for God’s kingdom?” • “The more you give God to work with, the more He can use you.” • “You don’t have to be a butter knife when you could be a steak knife.” • “I live for the audience of one.” ________________________________________ ✅ Quotes on Education & Training • “Continuing education keeps us sharp—it keeps us thinking and growing.” • “You can stay in your church, serve in your church, and we can bring the education to you.” • “We need missionaries who are prepared, equipped, and ready to step into the classroom when their fieldwork is finished.” • “Tools matter—better tools expand your reach and effectiveness.” • “Sharpening your mind is part of loving the Lord with all your heart, soul, and mind.” ________________________________________ ✅ Quotes on Leadership • “If I only had six hours to cut down a tree, I’d spend four hours sharpening the axe.” • “Delegation isn’t avoiding work—it’s building teams so more can be accomplished.” • “Wisdom doesn’t give you more hours; it helps you get more done with the hours you have.” • “Two are better than one, and teamwork multiplies effectiveness.” ________________________________________ ✅ Quotes on Personal Journey • “When I surrendered to preach, I didn’t know what that meant—only that God wanted my life.” • “One sentence from the right mentor can change your entire direction.” • “God often redirects us through the encouragement of others.” • “I’ve learned that sometimes the hardest moments become the places where God grows you the most.”

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  7. Mission Post | When Missions Becomes Family with Chestley and Yessica Howell

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    Mission Post | When Missions Becomes Family with Chestley and Yessica Howell

    Mission Post | S6E3 | In this powerful interview, missionary couple Chestley and Yessica share their incredible story of how God brought them together and led them to serve in Medellín, Colombia. From Yessica’s journey out of Venezuela and coming to know Christ, to Chestley’s path from single missionary to pastor, this conversation is filled with faith, sacrifice, and God’s grace. You’ll hear how a simple English class invitation led to salvation, how God opened doors for ministry, and what it takes to plant and grow a church in a major city like Medellín. They also share practical advice for anyone considering missions and challenge you to take your next step of faith. If you’ve ever wondered how to become a missionary, or how God works in real lives around the world, this video will encourage and challenge you. 👉 In this Episode: A powerful salvation testimony A missionary love story Church planting in Colombia Building a ministry in Medellín Practical advice for future missionaries 📍 Learn more about missions and training opportunities at the Vision School of Missions: https://visionmissions.com/school 🙏 Please like, subscribe, and share to help spread the Gospel! #missions #missionarylife #colombia #christiantestimony #churchplanting #faith #missionswork #gospel #medellin #visionbaptistmissions #missionarycouple If you are interested in missions, church planting, Christian leadership, or missionary life, this conversation will encourage and challenge you. 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help more people learn about missions and the work God is doing around the world. SUBSCRIBE to our podcast "Mission Post" on all platforms. To learn more about Vision Baptist Missions, go to visionmissions.com Follow us on social media and check out our website. Quotes! 🔥 Faith & Calling * “Just do it. The longer you wait, the harder it gets.” * “God won’t give you the whole 20-year plan—He’ll give you the next step.” * “A life of faith doesn’t stop at salvation.” * “Before you talk yourself out of it… just go do it.” * “Pray and ask God to guide your steps—then take them.” 🌎 Missions & Purpose * “If God wants you to be a missionary, nothing else will satisfy.” * “There are thousands of people within walking distance who need the Gospel.” * “Sometimes the greatest step is simply starting.” * “You don’t need to have it all figured out—you just need to move forward.” * “God places people exactly where He wants to use them.” ❤️ Testimony & Transformation * “I thought money would make me happy—but it didn’t.” * “Receiving Jesus was the best decision I’ve ever made.” * “God changed my life completely—everything.” * “I grew up in a Christian home, but I had to choose Christ for myself.” * “What I was searching for, I only found in Jesus.” 💍 Relationship & Story * “I asked her to marry me under a waterfall—and she said yes.” * “God wrote our story before we ever saw it.” * “What started as ministry became family.” * “Sometimes God brings people together in unexpected ways.” 📖 Ministry & Growth * “Our goal isn’t just attendance—it’s discipleship.” * “We’re not just building a church—we’re building people.” * “Discipleship is where real growth happens.” 🎯 Practical Wisdom * “Make a plan, but be willing to follow God’s direction.” * “Don’t let excuses keep you from obedience.” * “Talk to people who’ve done it—they can help guide you.” * “Take the step before fear talks you out of it.”

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  8. Mission Post | Why Every Christian Leader Must Learn to Die to Self with Dallas Brown

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    Mission Post | Why Every Christian Leader Must Learn to Die to Self with Dallas Brown

    Mission Post | What does it really mean to die to self in ministry? In this episode, missionary Dallas Brown shares honest lessons from serving in Burkina Faso, West Africa, and how the mission field exposed areas of pride, ambition, and expectations he didn’t even realize were there. After years of training and preparation, many missionaries arrive on the field expecting to lead—only to discover that God is more interested in shaping their character than showcasing their abilities. Dallas explains how learning a new culture, facing daily challenges, and serving in uncomfortable situations forced him to confront pride and embrace true servanthood in ministry. This conversation explores the biblical principle from John 3:30 — “He must increase, but I must decrease.” Whether you are a missionary, church leader, or simply a Christian seeking to follow Christ more faithfully, these lessons about humility, pride, and surrender are relevant for every believer. In this episode, we discuss: • The hidden challenges of missionary life • Why dying to self is a daily decision • The danger of comparison in ministry • Learning humility on the mission field • Building God’s kingdom instead of our own If you are interested in missions, church planting, Christian leadership, or missionary life, this conversation will encourage and challenge you. 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help more people learn about missions and the work God is doing around the world. SUBSCRIBE to our podcast "Mission Post" on all platforms. To learn more about Vision Baptist Missions, go to visionmissions.com Follow us on social media and check out our website. Quotes! “It’s easy to say you’re dying to self when everything is comfortable.” “On the mission field, you quickly realize how useless you actually are without God.” “When I get frustrated, it’s usually because I think I deserve better.” “Pride shows up the moment we believe we deserve something more.” “The mission field has a way of sending you back to kindergarten.” “You spend years preparing to lead, and then you arrive and can barely stack chairs the right way.” “The world doesn’t revolve around me—and it’s amazing how many times God has to remind me of that.” “It’s not about building our kingdom; it’s about building His.” “Comparison is dangerous whether you think someone is better than you or worse than you.” “If I’m offended, I have to ask myself—do I think I deserve better?” “Pride grows when we try to elevate our name instead of the name of Christ.” “Dying to self is not a one-time decision—it’s a daily habit.” “Sometimes the greatest lesson God teaches missionaries is humility.”

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An extension of Vision Baptist Missions, Inc., Mission Post is a podcast all about missions. Welcome to Mission Post — where real stories meet real missions. Here, we share weekly conversations with missionaries from around the world, offering practical insight, honest encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes look at life on the mission field. Whether you’re preparing for ministry, curious about global missions, or simply looking for inspiration in your walk with God, this channel is for you. Each episode dives into: • Personal testimonies and calling stories • Lessons from the field • Challenges and victories in cross-cultural ministry • Practical guidance for those pursuing missions • What God is doing through His people across the globe Our goal is simple: to encourage, equip, and inspire believers to take part in the Great Commission.

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