The Sent Life

Southeastern Seminary
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  • Religion & Spirituality
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The Sent Life podcast is an ongoing conversation about living in partnership with our missionary God. Our Lord Jesus promised that He will be with us to the very end of the age and we know that we experience His presence and fullness of life as we live on mission, in other words, as we live sent. In this podcast, we will talk about living as missionaries in our current contexts including how to share the gospel and guide others into an authentic relationship with Christ. We will also discuss topics related to international missions, church planting, and the academic discipline of missiology. This podcast will be helpful for church leaders, missionary practitioners, students, and anyone who wants to participate in God's mission. The Sent Life is produced by the Lewis A. Drummond Center for Great Commission Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The CGCS is the missionary hub of Southeastern Seminary.

  1. 1d ago

    Sharing the Gospel with Your Hindu Neighbors with Dr. Anna Daub - EP197

    Sharing the Gospel with Hindus can often be a daunting task. Where do we begin when there is so much diversity within Hinduism? And how do we guard against syncretism in this process? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan sit down with Dr. Anna Daub, missionary to South Asia and professor of missions and anthropology at Southeastern, to talk about how we can better witness to our Hindu neighbors about the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Tune in for an insightful and practical conversation on cross-cultural evangelism!   Thanks for tuning in to The Sent Life! We love hearing from our listeners. Tell us what you thought of this episode or suggest future topics by contacting cgcs@sebts.edu.

    26 min

  2. Jun 24

    The War in Iran from an Iranian Christian's Perspective with Dr. Kambiz Saghaey - EP196

    The war in Iran has raised a plethora of questions, especially for Christians. What does this mean for the Iranian church and the progress of the Gospel? How should we as Christians be praying for those being directly impacted by these events? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan talk with Southeastern's Director of Persian Leadership Development, Dr. Kambiz Saghaey, about the conflict in Iran.   Thanks for tuning in to The Sent Life! We love hearing from our listeners. Tell us what you thought of this episode or suggest future topics by contacting cgcs@sebts.edu.

    21 min

  3. Jun 17

    Annie Armstrong: A Girl Who Helped the Gospel Go Forward with Ryan Martin - EP195

    For some to go, others must send. And one of the greatest examples of faithfulness to send and support missionaries is found in none other than Annie Armstrong. On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan talk with Ryan Martin about a children's book he co-authored with Lynette Ezell on the life of Annie Armstrong. Join us as Ryan shares why they decided to write a missions book for children and why Annie's life is an important reminder for the church today!   Order your copy of Annie Armstrong: A Girl Who Helped the Gospel Go Forward by clicking here!   Thanks for tuning in to The Sent Life! We love hearing from our listeners. Tell us what you thought of this episode or suggest future topics by contacting cgcs@sebts.edu.

    23 min

  4. Jun 10

    Together on God's Mission: A Reminder of How and Why Southern Baptists Cooperate - EP194

    From the very beginning, Southern Baptists have been unified around one sacred effort, which is to take the Gospel to the ends of the earth. As Southern Baptists gather this week in Orlando, Scott and Keelan reflect on the origins of the SBC and how we as a convention cooperate today for the sake of the Great Commission. Join us as we remember God's past and continued kindness towards us in this one sacred effort!   Thanks for tuning in to The Sent Life! We love hearing from our listeners. Tell us what you thought of this episode or suggest future topics by contacting cgcs@sebts.edu.   Resources: Together on God's Mission by D. Scott Hildreth - https://bhacademic.bhpublishinggroup.com/product/together-on-gods-mission/

    30 min

  5. Jun 3

    How to Be Praying for the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting - EP193

    Next week, Southern Baptists from all over will gather in Orlando to worship, to vote on important issues, and to celebrate what God is doing in our midst and across the globe. Given the significance of what we do at these gatherings, the most appropriate thing we can do is ask God to work and to entrust ourselves to him through prayer. So, on this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Walter take some time to discuss a few specific ways you can be praying for this year's annual meeting. Please join us in lifting up these requests and asking God to work mightily among Southern Baptists for His glory among the nations.   Thanks for tuning in to The Sent Life! We love hearing from our listeners. Tell us what you thought of this episode or suggest future topics by contacting cgcs@sebts.edu.   Resources: Together on God's Mission by D. Scott Hildreth - https://bhacademic.bhpublishinggroup.com/product/together-on-gods-mission/

    16 min

  6. May 27

    Summer Lecture Series: Understanding and Using Worldview Frameworks in Missions - EP192

    Understanding worldview and culture is vital to our contextualization efforts as missionaries. However, knowing how to take our understanding of a culture and implement it wisely in our missions strategy and Gospel communication can sometimes be unclear. On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan seek to answer the question, to what extent should we utilize worldview frameworks, like honor-shame, in our cross-cultural evangelism? And how do we ensure that the Gospel is accurately portrayed in this process? We hope you enjoy this installment of The Sent Life's Summer Lecture Series!   Thanks for tuning in to The Sent Life! We love hearing from our listeners. Tell us what you thought of this episode or suggest future topics by contacting cgcs@sebts.edu.   Resources: The 3D Gospel: Ministering in Guilt, Shame, and Fear Cultures by Jayson Georges - https://www.amazon.com/3D-Gospel-Ministry-Guilt-Cultures/dp/0692338012/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1 Ministering in Honor Shame Cultures by Jayson Georges and Mark D. Baker - https://www.amazon.com/Ministering-Honor-Shame-Cultures-Foundations-Essentials/dp/0830851461/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1  Honor and Shame: Unlocking the Door by Roland Muller - https://www.amazon.com/Honor-Shame-Unlocking-Roland-Muller/dp/0738843164 Bondage and Freedom: Escaping the Trap of Pornography by D. Scott Hildreth - https://www.amazon.com/Bondage-Freedom-Escaping-Trap-Pornography/dp/1983378828/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&sr=1-1

    36 min

  7. May 20

    Stories of the Sent: Animism and Syncretism in Sub-Saharan Africa with Brent and Amanda Turner - EP191

    Botswana is often mistaken for a predominantly Christian nation, but in reality, there are deep roots of animism and ancestor worship in this country, which are often mixed with elements of Christianity. The question is, how do we faithfully minister the Gospel in contexts where there is such a tendency towards syncretism? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan sit down with Brent and Amanda Turner to discuss their ministry in Botswana and how the Lord is working among the people there. Join us for a conversation on the importance of sound theology and the power of God's Word in ministry!   Thanks for tuning in to The Sent Life! We love hearing from our listeners. Tell us what you thought of this episode or suggest future topics by contacting cgcs@sebts.edu.

    22 min

  8. May 13

    Lilias Trotter: An Artist's Eye and a Missionary's Heart with Jennifer Trafton - EP190

    What lessons can we learn from the unexpected call and faithful ministry of a woman who was both an artist and a missionary? On this episode of The Sent Life, Keelan and Walter talk with Jennifer Trafton, author of the book If Only We Could See, about the life, calling, and missionary work of Lilias Trotter. Join us as we explore how the Lord used Trotter's calling and artistic gifts to shape her ministry overseas!   Get a copy of If Only We Could See! https://www.amazon.com/Only-Could-See-Reimagining-Extraordinary/dp/1087784522    Thanks for tuning in to The Sent Life! We love hearing from our listeners. Tell us what you thought of this episode or suggest future topics by contacting cgcs@sebts.edu.

    34 min
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The Sent Life podcast is an ongoing conversation about living in partnership with our missionary God. Our Lord Jesus promised that He will be with us to the very end of the age and we know that we experience His presence and fullness of life as we live on mission, in other words, as we live sent. In this podcast, we will talk about living as missionaries in our current contexts including how to share the gospel and guide others into an authentic relationship with Christ. We will also discuss topics related to international missions, church planting, and the academic discipline of missiology. This podcast will be helpful for church leaders, missionary practitioners, students, and anyone who wants to participate in God's mission. The Sent Life is produced by the Lewis A. Drummond Center for Great Commission Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The CGCS is the missionary hub of Southeastern Seminary.

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  • Creator
    Southeastern Seminary
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    211
  • Rating
    Clean
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