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God, Your plans are not my plans. Change my heart to be inline with YoursToday on the Pod, we take a deep dive into leadership in missions, as well as thinking through issues of identity and how to break from some of the lies we believe about ourselves. We also discuss measuring usefulness, understanding coping mechanisms, how to avoid burnout and much more. If you want to see those links, click here Timeline00:00 Intro 01:00 From militia to missionary10:14 Moving to the Middle East&nbsp...

What do we actually mean when we say God called me?Today on the Pod, we are talking about calling and what it actually means to be a follower of Jesus wherever you are. My guest today is passionate about seeing the whole body of Christ join in the Great Commission and the Great Commandment. Bringing the Gospel to the whole world is not just for a few paid church staff and missionaries, it’s the mission of the entire church. Want to read more? click here00:00 Intro 01:00 From military kid...

Everyone we talked to said it was normal, but we felt that something wasn't right.We often talk about the struggle missionary kids have following their parents’ calling, but how do parents respond to their calling when their kids aren’t thriving on the field? Today on the Pod, I talk to a guy who had to make some hard decisions when he and his wife found out their oldest son had autism. To read more go to PMPod.org Timeline 00:00 Intro 01:00 Getting called to missions 06:46 Bei...

"May the Lamb who is slain receive the reward of his suffering."Today on the Pod, we get a healthy reminder of God's sovereignty over all things for the joy of all people. My guest is both clear and gentle and proactive and pastoral. He has ministry experience in both the 1-/40 Window and in one of the most secular countries in the world. Find links and resources mentioned in today's episode at pmpod.org Timeline 00:00 Intro 01:00 Getting Kicked out 09:21 Fro...

Life itself takes more time on the field. Today on the Pod, I have a very real conversation with a cross-cultural worker who has spent the last 15 years ministering and raising his family overseas. Expect to learn some basics about Orthodox Christianity, some tips on helping people with physical needs, what some of the signs of spiritual maturity are, the toll missions takes on marriages, the value of spiritual retreats, the importance of mentors, the power of learning the local language well...

The message of the Gospel is for all those who are weary and carrying heavy burdens to come to Jesus and find rest. Today on the Pod, my guest shared how she was able to let go of her feelings of failure and not being good enough and cling to God and who he is for her. My guest also shared with me about her own inability to have children and how difficult that was. "It takes a lot of courage to be honest with yourself about what’s happening in your life."To find out more, go to PMPod.org Time...