The Missionary Mobilization Podcast: Recent Episodes
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In this episode of the Gospel Mobilization Podcast, Dave Jacob sits down with James Mason, CEO of Perspectives USA, for a rich conversation about discipling people to the nations.
James explains how education helps believers see the whole Bible through the lens of God's global purpose, and how mobilization begins with God's mission rather than human activity. James and Dave unpack the difference between recruitment and discipleship, the importance of "generous mobilization," and how a biblical worldview shapes the way Christians pray, serve, work, and live.
James also shares key findings from a recent Barna study showing the long-term impact of the Perspectives course, including how it continues to influence alumni years later and multiplies into new mobilizers.The two also discuss how you can be involved with Perspectives to help you mobilize more missionaries. Listen today to help you send more to the nations!
Uncover the breakthrough strategies that can transform how we mobilize effective gospel workers worldwide. If you want to discover a nuanced approach to match the right people with the right fields, this episode is for you. Bud Houston, the director of People Group Data at Joshua Project, reveals a groundbreaking framework—the phases of engagement—that helps mobilizers and soon-to-be missionaries navigate the "where" of God's call.
If you're passionate about seeing the Gospel flourish among the unreached, this episode can help you send more missionaries to the right places. Equip yourself with the latest insights and practical tools to help mobilize the next generation of missionaries with clarity, purpose, and God's guidance.
Many parents and mobilizers overlook an incredible secret—the power of childhood prayer in global missions. Jake Hines uncovers a simple, yet profound, tool that transforms kids into passionate prayer warriors for the nations. Imagine children praying for the unreached in countries like India and Zimbabwe, not tomorrow, but today—making an immediate impact on the harvest!
In this episode, discover how a children's book—From Argentina to Zimbabwe, an Alphabet Prayer Adventure—could revolutionize family involvement in missions. You'll learn how to turn everyday mealtimes into powerful moments of prayer, sparking a culture of missions involvement that lasts a lifetime. Jake shares the story behind the book's creation, the strategic choice of countries, and how families can use this resource to ignite a love for God's global work. We break down actionable insights: why prayer in the home is the foundation for long-term mobilization, how children's faith can move mountains, and why the long game of mission advocacy starts with prayers that are planted early. Plus, get a glimpse into the Luke 10 principle—praying for laborers leads to the sending of those very laborers, including the next generation of missionaries.
This episode is perfect for pastors, parents, mobilizers, and mission leaders eager to empower kids in the Great Commission today, not just tomorrow. If you believe children can influence the world now, this episode is your next step. Don't miss how a simple prayer book could unleash a global prayer movement—from family dinners to frontline missions work. Are you ready to activate the next generation's faith? Let's go!
Unlock the true meaning of being "chosen" — for the Jewish people and for you. In this eye-opening episode, Avi Snyder reveals the powerful, but often misunderstood, biblical call that fuels God's mission through Israel. Prepare to have your assumptions challenged and your perspective shifted as we explore why the Jewish people were selected not for salvation, but for a divine missions purpose that still applies today. You'll discover how Exodus 19's "kingdom of priests" symbolizes God's plan for Israel to be a global messenger, tasked with sharing His message of salvation and divine wisdom. This isn't just an ancient story—it's a call that continues to ripple through history, shaping missions mobilization worldwide and emphasizing Israel's irreplaceable role in God's plan. You'll learn why the Jewish people remain God's chosen nation, and why this is important for the Gentiles too, so you can help others understand their place in God's mission, rooted in the very foundation of Israel's calling. Understanding Israel's missional purpose isn't just theological trivia — it just might be the key to global evangelization. Dive into Avi Snyder's groundbreaking insights, and discover why the thread of God's mission is woven through every chapter of Scripture—and your life too. Find all the show notes and links at: https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast
Unlock the secret to leading Generation Z with insights that challenge stereotypes and ignite real connection. If you're a mobilizer, pastor, or ministry leader struggling to understand, retain or mobilize young talent, this episode is your game-changer. Dr. Tim Elmore, founder of Growing Leaders and author of The Future Begins with Z, reveals how to turn your biggest challenges into powerful solutions. Discover how Gen Z's fresh perspective can be your greatest asset—and why dismissing their differences risks missing the future of mission work and mobilization. Tim and host Dave Jacob break down practical tactics, including creating an internal gig economy, building a culture of belonging, and delivering feedback that empowers rather than wounds. You'll explore: the myths about Gen Z that are holding you back from sending more, how to develop more resilient and motivated young team members, and the keys to mental health support in a high-pressure digital age. Tim offers tangible steps to cultivate trust, autonomy, and high expectations—all while honoring their need to belong. Whether you're mobilizing the younger generations or managing a team oif young people, this episode will inspire you to see Gen Z not as a challenge, but as the essential solution to sending more laborers—because the future truly begins with Z.
How can you help churches move from maintenance to mission? In this episode of the Gospel Mobilization podcast, Dave sat down with Carlos Negron, the Director of Church Engagement for Missio Nexus, to explore practical strategies for mobilizing the local church. Drawing from his extensive experience serving in Colombia, Indonesia, and New York City, Carlos identifies the top needs and challenges facing pastors today. We dive into essential topics, including how to help church leadership prioritize missions and how to effectively disciple the younger generation in an era of "graying" churches. Whether you are a missions pastor or a mobilizer, this conversation will equip you with the insights needed to reach the next generation and engage churches in God's global harvest. Here's what host Dave Jacob asked Carlos during the interview: 1. Tell us about your role with Missio Nexus. 2. Tell us more about the Nexus regional gatherings for church leaders. 3. As you meet with pastors around the country, what are some of their top needs and challenges? 4. How can mobilizers and missions pastors help church leadership to prioritize missions? 5. A lot of churches are graying. How can churches better relate to the younger generations in hopes of discipling them to the missions field? 6. What is the Mission Leaders Conference and where will it be held this year? 7. There are a lot of agencies around the country that are members of Missio Nexus. Can individuals and churches become members as well and how can membership benefit them? Find all the Show Notes at https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast.
With more than 7,200 people groups in the world who have never heard the Good News of Jesus Christ, the staff at 1615 wondered, "How is the Church doing with its global missions engagement?" So they commissioned the Barna Group to survey American pastors to find out. The results are as exciting as they are challenging. In this episode, host Dave Jacob, interviewed Matthew and Denny from 1615 to hear the key findings from this ambitious research project. Here's what Dave asked: 1. What sparked the idea to produce this book? 2. What's the big idea? What issue are we trying to address? 3. Who is your target audience? 4. What did you learn from the Barna Study? Were there any surprises? 5. What do you hope pastors and senior leaders will gain from reading this book? 6. What change(s) do you hope to inspire/produce in the life of the reader and churches?
Find all the Show Notes at https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast.
How efficient is your mobilization sending pipeline for new missionary applicants? Do your current systems and processes meet the needs of your organization? It's always good to evaluate and this episode will help you process where your gaps might be and how you can improve your pipeline from inquiry to boots on the ground. We're getting very practical today so gather your staff and take notes. And then visit the show notes at https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast for a free downloadable workbook to help you and your team evaluate and customize the pipeline process that works best for you. Here's what Dave asked Micah during the interview: 1. When we think about our organization's sending pipeline, where should we start? 2. What are some tools that can help us create efficient sending pipelines? 3. As we are evaluating our pipeline and process, we may discover some gaps. How should we address those? 4. How can mobilizers navigate wanting to vet applicants well with an efficient or even simple pipeline process? 5. Do you think it's better for an applicant to stay with one mobilizer (or coach) throughout the entire sending process, or should we "hand off" applicants to other experts throughout the pipeline? Why? 6. What's the craziest story you've ever heard with regards to the mobilization sending pipeline?
In the foothills of northwest Laos, an unreached tribal group lives unaware of the gospel--until an American army medic is captured and brought to their village. Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, the historical fiction book, Taking You Under My Skin imagines a mountain tribe's encounter with Jesus and how it transforms their lives forever. Follow the gripping journey of Mike Neilson as he miraculously escapes death to become a messenger of life. During his captivity, his fiancée, Lisa, clings to hope as she patiently waits for his return. Will their paths cross again? Tune in today as host Dave Jacob interviews author Marv Newell and learn how you can use this book to inspire and challenge those God is calling--no matter the cost. Visit our website for all the show notes: https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast
What helps and hinders new missionaries getting to the field? The Launch Survey was conducted in the first quarter of 2025 and the results are in! Over 2,400 new and aspiring missionaries provided fresh insights as to what (and who) helped them in their journey to become a missionary, and what obstacles they faced along the way. In this episode (part 2), host Dave Jacob and Katy White discuss the implications of the results for teams and field leaders. They share the data about the importance of having healthy teams, how current missionaries can help onboard new missionaries, and what factors are vital to implement for short-term mission trips. To see all the Launch Survey results including an article, webinar, and more, visit https://gospelmobilization.org/launchsurvey.
What helps and hinders new missionaries getting to the field? The Launch Survey was conducted in the first quarter of 2025 and the results are in! Over 2,400 new and aspiring missionaries provided fresh insights as to what (and who) helped them in their journey to become a missionary, and what obstacles they faced along the way. In this episode, host Dave Jacob and Katy White discuss the implications of the results for pastors and churches, helping them position themselves to send more laborers around the world.
How are you using AI to mobilize more missionaries? Perhaps you're not using AI at all. This tool is growing extremely fast and it can be hard to stay informed. Today, Gospel Mobilization Podcast host Dave Jacob sits down with Bevin Ginder, cofounder of GlobalCAST Resources, who has spent more than 25 years mobilizing, equipping, and sending laborers to the field. This is Part 2 of our discussion on using AI to Mobilize. Listen to part 1 here: https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast/2025/8/11/using-ai-to-mobilize-part-1-with-bevin-ginder. Dave and Bevin discuss practical tips for using AI to mobilize more missionaries and some helpful AI tools to help you send more. Find all the show notes at https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast.
How are you using AI to mobilize more missionaries? Perhaps you're not using AI at all. This tool is growing extremely fast and it can be hard to stay informed. Today, Gospel Mobilization Podcast host Dave Jacob sits down with Bevin Ginder, cofounder of GlobalCAST Resources, who has spent more than 25 years mobilizing, equipping, and sending laborers to the field. They discuss the pros and cons of AI, why mobilizers should use it, and some practical AI tools to help you send more. Find all the show notes at https://gospelmobilization.org/podcast. Here are the questions Dave and Bevin discussed: 1. What would you say to a mobilizer who is scared of AI and is pretty much ignoring it? 2. What are some parameters mobilizers need to set when utilizing AI? 3. How can mobilizers best use AI?
Today on the Gospel Mobilization Podcast, host Dave Jacob interviews Luke Richey, Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer for Gravity Jack, one of the first augmented reality companies in the U.S. that has helped build technology and games for brands like Pokémon GO, and World of Tanks. Dave and Luke talked about the gaming space, why the Church should be in these spaces, and how to best mobilize the younger generations through gaming. If you're listening to this episode with kids, please note that there is some mild language towards the end of the episode.
Does your agency or church have a plan to mobilize retirees? Tune in today as Dave chats with Bill Hennesy, author of the newly-released book, Purposeful Retirement. Bill shares practical advice to help mobilizers send more laborers. Here's what Dave asked: 1. Let’s start by talking about retirement. What is it and where do we see this in the Scriptures? 2. You've written a new book called: "Purposeful Retirement - Making the Next Season of Life Your Best," Why write a book about retirement? 3. How can retirees plan for retirement? 4. How can retired people find purpose in missions? 5. How can a mobilizer help a retiree adjust some of their expectations? 6. As we think about mobilizing retirees, what do we say to a retiree that won’t scare them off? 7. What types of opportunities are best to present to retirees?
Do you talk with believers that are apathetic towards world missions? Perhaps you're currently discipling someone who can’t seem to get out of their comfort zone. If so, today’s episode of the Gospel Mobilization Podcast will equip you with practical ideas as you have these difficult conversations. Our host, Dave Jacob, sat down with Scott Hildreth, the associate professor of missiology and associate dean of the ministry preparation area at Southeastern Seminary. A former missionary himself, Scott is working to educate and mobilize the next generation of missionaries. Here’s what Dave asked: 1. What is your story of how the Lord “awakened the missionary within you”? 2. In a culture that values exploring the world as an opportunity to see exotic places and experience new things, how do we develop a heart sensitive to the world’s vast lostness and need for the gospel? 3. In your book, you write, “Far too many of us live out the words of John Ryland: ‘If God wants to reach them, He can do it without my help.’” Where does this idea come from? What’s wrong with it? What does it reveal about us? 4. According to a study from Lifeway Research, more than 2 in 3 U.S. Protestant pastors (67%) believe comfort is an idol that has significant influence on their congregations. How can mobilizers help others overcome this apathy and comfort? 5. Throughout the text you break down the Great Commission and note that it is for all believers. Unpack that a little bit for us. 6. How can mobilizers use this text as a mobilization tool? 7. What do you hope this book does for believers who read it?
We would all agree that the best missions force is a diverse missions force. But how do we practically mobilize more ethnic minorities to the missions field? Join host Dave Jacob as he chats with Charles Chapman, the Missions Candidate Development Specialist for the Alliance. Charles also serves as the African-American Leadership Developer for the Ohio Valley District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church. You’ll hear how God called Charles when he was in high school and some best practices that will equip you to mobilize more ethnic minorities. Number 4 just might surprise you! Visit gospelmobilization.org/podcast for all the details.
If you are mobilizing in an organization, you know the frustration that can sometimes exist when others unknowingly sabotage your mobilization efforts or at the very least, don’t quite see the importance of mobilization. Today, Dave has a frank conversation with John Darnell, CEO of Global Outreach International. John unpacks his philosophy of mobilization, how to balance hitting the recruitment numbers with discipleship, and what he did to increase the mobilization culture at Global Outreach. Here’s what Dave asked him: 1. Let's talk about when you became the CEO of Global Outreach and how you had to shift things as a leader to support mobilization.
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How do you create healthy collaboration between departments?
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When it comes to the philosophies of mobilization, how do you navigate the tension that sometimes exists between mobilization recruiting and mobilization discipleship?
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Mobilizers can often feel pressure to hit the numbers and that can demotivate them. How do you encourage your mobilization staff to keep them motivated?
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You mentioned earlier to me that you have had to “push the board.” Can you explain what you mean by that and what occurred?
- What are you seeing change in the church and what must we do differently as we mobilize the body of Christ?
Can one conversation with a family member really make a difference? Today, Dave interviews his oldest son who has served on staff at two churches overseeing their missions programs and leading people on short-term trips. Sam shares what happened while he and his dad were waiting for a taxi in Thailand and what influenced him as a young boy to serve in ministry and missions. He gives us eight things you can do to mobilize families to the nations and discusses some of the obstacles he's faced over the years too. Here’s what Dave asked him: 1. Let's talk about your childhood. What were some of the things you recall that influenced your decision to serve in ministry/missions? 2. How did growing up overseas in Northern Asia impact your future missions involvement? 3. You've served on staff at two churches and oversaw the missions programs at both of them. When it comes to mobilizing families, what are some of the obstacles you've come across? 4. What are some of the strategies you use to increase families' missions involvement? 5. How have you seen short-term mission trips impact those who have participated? 6. How have you been involved in your church’s missions committee?
David Platt has said that unreached people groups are unreached for a reason, they are hard, dangerous, and difficult to get to, All the easy ones are taken. So what will it take to make disciples in the most difficult places on earth? Today, on the Gospel Mobilization Podcast, host, Dave Jacob interviews Josh Duncan and Eddie Lozano with Triad. Our guests explain how to mobilize people to the hardest areas by giving us four tips we can apply and put into action. And these guys should know, because they’ve been doing it for years. This episode will challenge and inspire you to focus on some of the hardest-to-reach people groups on the planet, so that King Jesus will one day receive the worship and glory He deserves.
If you are tired, stressed, weary, or ready to quit mobilization, this episode is for you! Our guest, Levi Longwe, a mobilizer from Malawi serving in Lesotho, helps us understand the importance of being a lifelong mobilizer. You’ll be encouraged to press on as Levi shares his journey in mobilization. Give the gift of encouragement and send this link to a friend! Here’s what our host, Dave Jacob, asked Levi: 1. Tell us your story. How did you become a mobilizer? 2. How do you mobilize there in Lesotho? 3. Tell us about your vision for the future of mobilization in Lesotho. 4. You have said that you have dedicated your life to be a mobilizer. Why is longevity important in mobilization? 5. What are some misconceptions of who a mobilizer is? 6. How are you collaborating and networking with other mobilizers and why is that important? 7. How are you raising up and training more mobilizers?
Mobilization doesn’t stop when a new global worker gets to the field. Some have said it should continue through the first year of field service. As mobilizers, we need tools to help stop the revolving door of new missionaries going to the field and then coming home for preventable reasons. Today, Dave interviews Carol Ghattas, author of the new book, When Serving Gets Tough. Visit our show notes to receive 25% off the book. It would make a great Christmas gift! Here’s what Dave asked Carol: 1. What motivated you to write this book?
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Why do missionaries struggle? Are they not prepared for what they’ll face on the field?
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Are sending organizations missing something in their mobilization and training?
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How can your book be a good tool for mobilizers?
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Mobilizers are often having discipleship-type conversations with potential goers helping them to navigate God’s call on their lives. How important is calling and what advice would you have for mobilizers as they have these conversations?
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What topics or struggles do you cover in the book? Did you find it hard to limit them to thirty?
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Sometimes mobilizers may paint an overly positive picture of what life on the mission field will be like in the hopes to recruit more people. Is this harmful? If so, why?
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Could you share a story that illustrates why being honest about life on the missions field helps our mobilization efforts?
Today, Dave Jacob interviews Justin Schell, Director of Younger Leaders Generation for the Lausanne Movement. His latest book, The Mission of God and the Witness of the Church, is dedicated to missions mobilizers, making this episode just for you! Starting in Genesis and ending in Revelation, the book is shorter than you’d expect, making it user-friendly for those who need a synopsis on the missions narrative throughout the Bible. Tune in to discover why Justin dedicated this book to missions mobilizers and how we should really translate the word, “Go” in Matthew 28:19.
To celebrate our 100th episode of the Gospel Mobilization Podcast, we are giving you 100 best practices of mobilization! Join mobilization experts, Katy White, Mark Stebbins, Chelsea Christopher, and host Dave Jacob as they unpack these practical tips for missions mobilizers.
Do you want to mobilize the younger generations? Are you finding it difficult to relate to Gen Z? Today, we’re talking with 4 Gen Z mobilizers who work for World Gospel Mission, a non-denominational missions agency based in Marion, Indiana. These 4 mobilizers: Madeline, Andy, Kaeley, and Kenzie work to not only mobilize Gen Z, they are Gen Zers themselves! You’ll learn the importance of diversity, team, clear communication, authenticity, and much more!
We all know that a diverse missions force is the best missions force. Listen to this episode as host Dave Jacob talks with Moses Saldivar, the Director of Engagement for US Latino Churches at Frontiers. Moses shares his story as well as several challenges and strategies to help you mobilize more Latino missionaries. Here are the specific questions Dave asked: 1. What's your story? How did God lead you into missions?
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What are the benefits of mobilizing a diverse missions force and how has God uniquely positioned U.S. Latinos to make great missionaries?
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When it comes to mobilizing Latinos, what are some of the barriers?
- How can those barriers be overcome?
- What are some specific strategies for mobilizers and missions pastors to mobilize more Latinos?
There are two things every good mobilizer does: inspires and educates. In today’s episode, Yvonne Huneycutt, an instructor and trainer for the Perspectives course, unpacks a little history of the missions movement showing how using education mobilizes others. Yvonne and host Dave Jacob discuss her newly-released book, Propelled by Hope: The Story of the Perspectives Movement. In this episode you’ll learn how to best use education to mobilize. Plus, Yvonne provides a list of mobilization resources and tools you can use to educate yourself and others. Don’t forget to visit the show notes on our website to receive 25% off of Yvonne’s book!
If you’re looking for people group data to help you mobilize, this episode is for you! Chris Clayman, Executive Director for Joshua Project, joins us today to give us all the details on how we can use the free tools on their website to help us educate and inspire God’s people. You’ll learn about the people group profiles and lists, the Unreached of the Day resource, and the Global Interactive Map. Chris also shares an incredible story about a dentist in Texas who sent a simple email that resulted in a people group being reached for the first time. Plus, Chris gives us an inside peek into the future of the Joshua Project and how you can help shape their ministry in the coming years.
Do you want to mobilize a more diverse missions force, but don’t know where to start? Listen in today as host Dave Jacob interviews Morgan Davis. Morgan is a Formation and Network Engagement Strategist with unfoldingWord and Director of Missions for Northwest Baptist Church. She gives practical insights to help mobilize all ethnicities to engage the unreached. You’ll hear us discuss a study about diverse perspectives on the church and missions, and you’ll learn about a special scholarship to help promote a more diverse missions force. Here are the specific questions that were asked during the interview:
- Tell us about yourself and how you became involved in global missions.
- I love your heart to mobilize all ethnicities to the unreached. What was the catalyst that fueled this passion of yours?
- What are some of the barriers here in the West inhibiting more ethnicities being involved in missions and mobilization?
- Let’s talk about some tips you have to help our listeners mobilize a more diverse missions force.
- What resources might you recommend that would help mobilizers mobilize more ethnic minorities?
Grab a note pad because you’ll want to take notes on this one! One of the most important roles of a missions mobilizer is helping others navigate their calling. But how can we best do this? Tune in today as Katy White, Vice President of Goer Experience with Go Corps and co-author of the book, Mobilizing Gen Z, shares some tips and best practices with us. She and podcast host, Dave Jacob, discuss the definition of calling, some misunderstandings about God’s call, as well as strategies to assist mobilizers in helping those who feel uncertain about their calling. This episode will equip you to have better conversations with those you are mobilizing to the nations.
Description: How do the struggles of Gen Z impact the future of mobilization? Tune in today to hear host Dave Jacob chat with Dr. Dave Dunaetz about this crucial topic. Dr. Dunaetz is Professor and Chair of the Department of Leadership, Organizational Psychology, and Public Administration at Azusa Pacific University in California. His research program focuses on interpersonal processes in churches and other Christian organizations, such as mission agencies. You’ll learn the three major cultural influences negatively impacting the future of mobilization and what we can do to help Gen Z. overcome these challenges. Here’s what the two discussed: 1. About a year ago, you wrote an article for Global Missiology titled, “The Struggles of Generation Z and The Future of North American Mission Organizations.” What motivated you to address this issue?
- In your article you write, "The current generation of North American young adults, Generation Z or iGen, is struggling against several important cultural elements which may severely impact the future of mission organizations.” Can you list these cultural elements leading to the psychological struggles of some in Gen Z?
- How is social media and smartphone use adversely affecting the moral and theological values of Gen Z?
- We know that video game addiction and pornography have devastating impacts. What are the factors that make Generation Z especially susceptible to the dangers of video game and pornography addiction?
- Specifically, you write about three components of video game and porn addiction that adversely impact Gen Z. Can you list those and then unpack each one for us?
- How is overprotection, safety, and risk-taking impacting the mobilization of Gen Z?
- Now that we’ve identified some of these struggles Gen Z face, what are some solutions mobilizers can implement?
How do you define success in mobilization? What do we do when we don’t see results in mobilization? Do you ever feel so discouraged that you want to quit? In this episode of the Gospel Mobilization Podcast, you’ll hear from Professor Terry Powell as he shares his own struggles with depression and failure. Dr. Powell is adjunct faculty at Columbia International University and author of the book, Serve Strong: Biblical Encouragement to Sustain God's Servants. You’ll appreciate Dr. Powell’s transparency and knowledge as he reminds us that the mobilization ministry we do is an important calling. He provides some tools for us to view discouragement and failure with a fresh perspective. Here are some of the questions host Dave Jacob asked:
- Often the ministry of mobilization is the long game and we don't see immediate results. That can be discouraging but you note some themes in Barnabus' life we can glean from. Can you share about that? 2. How can playing back God's call help mobilizers who feel discouraged? 3. How should we define success in the ministry of missions mobilization? 4. How can we handle those in authority who might put pressure on mobilizers to "hit the numbers”?
What are some ways we can mobilize the church for missions? Are there proven methods for agency mobilizers to partner with pastors resulting in mobilizing their members to the nations? Listen to this episode of the Gospel Mobilization Podcast as host Dave Jacob speaks with Stefanie Nicholson, founder of Here2There Ministries. Like you, Stephanie longs to see churches not just supporting missions, but doing missions. She provides valuable insights and practical tips to help mobilizers engage the local church in missions mobilization.
Are you mobilizing someone who is going through a difficult time? If so, does that mean we should push the pause button on mobilization? Perhaps you’re going through a season of suffering yourself. Listen in today as Dave Jacob talks with David Joannes about his latest book, See the City: Hope for the Bruised, Battered, and Broken-Hearted. You’ll hear the story of White Flower, a ten-year-old refugee girl in Myanmar and learn ways to help mobilize others during difficult times. This episode will inspire and equip you to press on in mobilization. The following questions were asked during the interview:
- What was your inspiration behind See the City? 2. White Flower, the little refugee girl in Myanmar, plays an important role in the book. Can you tell me more about her? 3. Your book touches on the theme of "Suffering, Sorrow, and Grief." Can you share what inspired you to delve into such profound topics? 4. What message do you have for mobilizers who are going through a difficult time themselves or attempting to mobilize those who are going through seasons of suffering? 5. You discuss the misnomers people often have when they think about Heaven. Why should Christians think more about Heaven and how does this impact mobilizing more missionaries? 6. You’ve created a coloring book companion that goes along with your book. Tell us about that and it’s purpose.
Why isn’t the Great Commission completed already? What can mobilizers do to help finish the task? In this episode, our host, Dave Jacob chats with Lisa Pak, who works alongside Rick Warren on the leadership team for Finishing the Task, a coalition of thousands of believers, churches, denominations, and organizations coming together to fulfill the Great Commission. Tune in to hear a story of a remote, unreached tribe on an island off the coast of Panama as well as practical ideas for mobilizing people to unreached and dangerous areas. Here are the questions Dave asked Lisa: 1. Tell us about Finishing the Task and your role there. 2. What are Unengaged Unreached People Groups? 3. What needs to occur in order to engage these people groups? 4. How can mobilizers bring awareness to the importance of prioritizing UUPGs? 5. Since most of these places are dangerous, how do agencies send their first missionary into these areas? 6. How can mobilizers include young leaders/next gen and women as key parts of the Body of Christ that need to be intentionally and actively mobilized? 7. What resources does Finishing the Task have for mobilizers?
How can trip leaders follow up well after a short-term missions trip? Is follow-up really that important? What questions should we ask those who have just returned home from a trip? Listen in today as host Dave Jacob talks with Professor Jenny Collins (Taylor University) and Tory Ruark (Mission Works). With years of short-term missions experience leading trips, our guests will help answer the question: Do short-term mission trips really help lead participants to long-term service? Here are some other questions the three discussed: 1. Why is proper follow-up from a short-term trip important? 2. What difficulties do short-termers typically experience during the reentry process?
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Let’s talk about some of the follow-up topics. What should a team leader discuss while debriefing the trip?
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How long should a team debrief after the trip?
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What are some of the disadvantages to no follow-up or very little follow-up?
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What tools or resources are available to assist agencies and team leaders in following up well?
Does your organization or church have a process to send marketplace workers to the missions field? How can we mobilize more entrepreneurs? Tune in today as Dave talks with Bernie Anderson, the cross-cultural leadership director and business/non-profit consultant with Growability. Bernie has helped dozens of missionaries formulate business plans and successfully run businesses around the world. Here’s what the two discussed: 1. What is BAM and how does it differ from tentmaking?
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How can mobilizers help their organizations understand the value of marketplace ministry and even church planting in the marketplace?
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How can missionaries do business AND missions well?
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Tell us about your organization, Growability.
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Can you share a few stories about missionaries around the world that you've helped start businesses?
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For agencies that want to send more missionaries to do BAM, how can Growability help?
How can data and statistics help mobilize believers? Today, were blessed to hear from one of the BBC’s 100 most inspiring and influential women of 2019, Gina Zurlo, the Co-Director of the Center for the Study of Global Christianity. In her recent book, Portraits of Global Christianity, Gina unpacks how students were mobilized to action by their beloved professor, Dr. Todd Johnson. Join host Dave Jacob as he chats with Gina about missionary sending throughout the world. Here’s what the two discussed: 1. Tell us about the book and why you wrote it. Why is it important for mobilizers to understand the Portraits of Global Christianity? 2. One of my favorite graphs is the world as 100 Christians. Could you highlight that for us? 3. What significant missionary-sending and receiving changes have occurred in the last 20-50 years? 4. What are some of the reasons why most missionaries go to places where the church already exists? 5. How can missionaries sent from the West better partner with our brothers and sisters from the Global South? 6. We know that some mistakes in missions history prohibit some from answering the call. How can mobilizers address things like colonialism in missions past? 7. What else do you feel is important for mobilizers to know?
What motivates today’s believers to obey the missionary call? Perhaps it’s the lostness of humankind, the glory of God, or the desire to obey Scripture. As mobilizers, it’s important for us to understand what motivates those who answer the call, so we’re blessed to hear from Mathew Burden on this episode as he gives insights as to what motivated those the early Church sent out. Matthew is a scholar of historical missiology and has authored the book, Missionary Motivations. Here’s what host, Dave Jacob asked him during the interview: 1. Tell us about the book and why you wrote it. 2. Why is it important for mobilizers to understand the missionary motivations of the early church? 3. In your book, you mention that the reign of Christ is what primarily "drove the missional expansion of the early church." What do you mean by that? 4. I was intrigued to read about Columbanas and his ministry of planting monasteries. Tell us about him and how his ministry was missional. 5. Patrick was also a prominent figure in early church missions. What makes his story so important for the church today? 6. What are some of your main conclusions in your book that you feel is important for mobilizers to understand? 7. Can you expand on this quote from pages 124-125? "Mission flowed from the grand ambition to know Jesus more and to be made like him, much as the apostle Paul expressed it in his letters. If we are to do mission in the spirit of early Christianity, then holiness of life must be among our highest goals."
As mobilizers, we often find ourselves in conversations with those who are navigating the missionary call. Many times it becomes necessary to help someone overcome a certain myth that they have heard and/or believe about missions. These myths could be that missions is harmful, or that missionaries are super spiritual.
Join host Dave Jacob as he chats with Pioneers USA President Steve Richardson about his recent book, Is the Commission Still Great: 8 Myths About Missions and What they Mean for the Church. Dave and Steve discussed the following questions: 1. Why this book? How did it come about? 2. You identify 8 myths in the book. Can you highlight one or two of them for us? 3. You say in the book that each of the myths has a kernel of truth. Can you give an example of how a good idea can be imbalanced or incomplete? 4. How can mobilizers help others overcome some of these myths? 5. From your perspective as the leader of a sending agency, how is the missions landscape changing? How does that impact the Western church’s involvement? 6. We hear a lot of bad news these days. Can you share some good news from the missions world?
If someone challenged you to preach a missions sermon from Song of Solomon, could you do it? Or would you even want to? Today, we’ll hear from Justin Schell, Director of Executive Projects at the Lausanne Movement, and author of the newly-released book, Come and See: A History and Theology of Mission. Justin and Dave discuss "Missiology for Mobilizers,” helping us understand the grand narrative of the Bible and why it’s vital for today’s mobilizers. Here’s what the two discussed: 1. Tell us about the book and why you wrote it. 2. Why is it titled, Come and See vs. a more missions-focused title such as, Go and Tell? 3. What is the relationship between theology and mission and how does that impact mobilization? 4. How is bad theology impacting the Great Commission today? 5. Can you share a few Scripture passages on missions that we don’t usually consider as being missional?
Without a doubt, God is doing amazing things on college campuses. The topic of this episode was planned weeks before the the outpouring on Asbury’s campus. This episode gives us a window into how God is using Black missionaries and mobilizers to mobilize college students. Listen in as Dave interviews Trai Elliott, a missions mobilizer and the founder of Revelation 1211 Ministries.
Here's what Dave and Trai discussed:
- As we dive into this topic, tell us about some common misconceptions about missions in the black church.
- How are you involved on college campuses and how are you seeing God work on college campuses?
- You’ve partnered with Circuit Riders and the Black Voices Movement. Tell us about these organizations and your partnerships.
- What is the Black Missionary’s role in these college revivals?
- You recently hosted a Gen Z Think Tank at a Christian University. What were some things you learned about Gen Z and missions?
- In your opinion, what will it take to send more black missionaries to the field?
Who is Gen Alpha and what are some of their characteristics? How do we mobilize them effectively? Join host Dave Jacob as he interviews Pastor Marcos Gonzalez and Dr. Barry Saylor. Pastor Marcos is actively mobilizing Gen Alpha in the church context and Dr. Saylor is a generational researcher with One Hope. Together, with their experience and research, they provide us with best practices for mobilizing this young generation. Here's what was discussed:
- Who is Gen Alpha?
- What are some of their distinguishing characteristics?
- Why should mobilizers and missions pastors act now to mobilize those from this generation?
- What can mobilizers and missions pastors do to mobilize this generation?
- How can Gen Alpha be involved in missions even now?
Visit our website for show notes and more episodes: missionarymobilization.org/podcast
Do you have an effective mobilization strategy? When was the last time you evaluated your strategy? As we head into the new year, now is a good time to take a look at your mobilizaiton plan and goals. Join host Dave Jacob as he talks with Tania Martin, the Director of Mobilization at Converge. Tania recently presented on this topic at the Missio Nexus Leaders conference and we're privileged to have her share her insights with us. Here's what Dave asked her during the interview:
- How do you conduct a realistic assessment of your organization's current gaps?
- What are some of the common gaps?
- After we identify the gaps in our current strategy, where do you begin to build first?
- What’s necessary to develop a robust strategy for mobilization?
- Why is collaboration so important in mobilization strategy?
Visit our website for show notes and more episodes: missionarymobilization.org/podcast
Part of mobilizing missionaries to the field is helping them adjust when they first arrive. In her latest book, Not in Kansas Anymore, retired missionary Carol Ghattas offers practical wisdom for new global workers as well as those who support them. With many missionaries coming off the field for preventable reasons, this episode will help your mobilization efforts last for the long haul. Here's what the two talked about:
- What motivated you to write this book?
- Why would someone who is feeling called to missions need a book about finding home? Isn’t that a given that they will make their home in their new country or place of service?
- Is this book just for people getting ready to serve, or do you have others in mind as well?
- I see your first section is about knowing yourself and others. I like the concept of addressing expectations, but how does this relate to finding a sense of home in service?
- In your chapters on setting boundaries, why do you think setting limits is hard for some in ministry? How does a lack of boundaries keep them from remaining on the field?
- Obviously, what we knew as “home” changes while we’re away in ministry. What advice can you share about finding home again where home used to be? Why is that important?
Part of mobilizing missionaries to the field is helping them adjust when they first arrive. In her latest book, Not in Kansas Anymore, retired missionary Carol Ghattas offers practical wisdom for new global workers as well as those who support them. With many missionaries coming off the field for preventable reasons, this episode will help your mobilization efforts last for the long haul. Here's what the two talked about:
- What motivated you to write this book?
- Why would someone who is feeling called to missions need a book about finding home? Isn’t that a given that they will make their home in their new country or place of service?
- Is this book just for people getting ready to serve, or do you have others in mind as well?
- I see your first section is about knowing yourself and others. I like the concept of addressing expectations, but how does this relate to finding a sense of home in service?
- In your chapters on setting boundaries, why do you think setting limits is hard for some in ministry? How does a lack of boundaries keep them from remaining on the field?
- Obviously, what we knew as “home” changes while we’re away in ministry. What advice can you share about finding home again where home used to be? Why is that important?
How can mobilizers help others overcome their own selfishness? How do we assist believers to focus on God's Kingdom instead of our own? Tune in to this episode as host, Dave Jacob interviews Don Allsman and Rickie Bradshaw. Don and Rickie are co-authors of an article titled, "Panta ta ethne or #mybestlife?" which address this timely issue for our day. Specifically, here's what the three of them discussed:
- What inspired the two of you to write this article?
- What is #mybestlife?
- Let's talk about pante ta ethne for a minute. Explain this concept and where it comes from.
- How have you seen the pursuit of personal happiness or the pursuit of the American Dream negatively impact missions mobilization?
- How can mobilizers and other Christian leaders help believers align their aspirations with the Kingdom?
What do you do when a potential missionary candidate isn't a good fit? Should mobilizers tell potential candidates, "No"? Or perhaps you have a great candidate ready to go to the field, but field leadership won't accept them. What do you do then? Listen to this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast as host Dave Jacob chats with Jared Gleason who has served on both sides of the sending pipeline. You'll discover some of the best ways to navigate these difficult situations. Here's what the two discussed:
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What are some reasons why a potential candidate would not be a good fit?
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Mobilizers have such a passion to send people to the field. Is it OK for a mobilizer to say no, or is that the responsibility of someone else in the organization?
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Sometimes the agency or church has a great candidate, but the field can’t receive them. What are some of the reasons the field would turn down a candidate?
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If the field can’t or won’t receive the candidate, what can the mobilizer do?
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How would you encourage a mobilizer who is trying to send a qualified candidate, but the field says no?
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Besides saying no to a potential candidate, what other options are there for churches and agencies who want to send someone but maybe they’re not quite ready to go?
If you've ever wondered how the local church, the missions agency, and the university can partner better together to mobilize more missionaries, this is the episode for you! Listen in as Dave interviews Dr. Joshua Paxton, professor at Calvary University, who researched this topic for his PhD dissertation. Aren't we all better together anyway? Here's what the two discussed:
- Why did you research this particular topic?
- What is the Synergy Model and Educational Program?
- What do you mean by "relational partnership" and why is this important?
- Why is Gen Z attracted to this type of learning?
- What was the most surprising thing you discovered in your research?
- Where do we go from here? How do we begin to forge these important partnerships?
If you've ever wondered how the local church, the missions agency, and the university can partner better together to mobilize more missionaries, this is the episode for you! Listen in as Dave interviews Dr. Joshua Paxton, professor at Calvary University, who researched this topic for his PhD dissertation. Aren't we all better together anyway? Here's what the two discussed:
- Why did you research this particular topic?
- What is the Synergy Model and Educational Program?
- What do you mean by "relational partnership" and why is this important?
- Why is Gen Z attracted to this type of learning?
- What was the most surprising thing you discovered in your research?
- Where do we go from here? How do we begin to forge these important partnerships?
What does a mobilizer do? How should a mobilizer spend his/her time? And how do we define the term, "mobilization?" Listen to this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast as Dave chats about what a mobilizer's week might look like.
Show Notes:
Dave's booklet: It's Your Call
Episode 24: In the Office
Missio Nexus Membership
If we want to see the name of Jesus made famous in every tongue, tribe, people, and nation, we must send more missionaries. In order to do that, we will have to contextualize the missions message to the next generation of believers. Tune in today as Dave chats with Jolene Erlacher, co-author of the new book, Mobilizing Gen Z. This episode will inspire and equip you to mobilize the next generation of missionaries. Here's what the two discussed:
- What motivated you and Katy to write this book?
- What are some cultural influences we should be aware of when mobilizing Gen Z?
- What are some unique characteristics of Gen Z as it relates to missions?
- In your book, you write about a “New Mind of Mobilization.” What do you mean by that?
- What are 3 specific strategies to mobilize Gen Z?
Show Notes:
Leadingtomorrow.org
Previous books by Jolene Erlacher
Previous Podcast Episode: Generational Differences with Jolene Erlacher
Previous Podcast Episode: 5 Tips for Mobilizing College Students with Katy White
Mobilizing Gen Z book by Jolene & Katy
Is there a common misconception that missionary work is only for extroverts? How might introverts go about fundraising and evangelism if they dislike public speaking? In this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave interviews Daryl Vandyken, an electrical engineer with TWR. Tune in to discover ways you can journey alongside introverts, helping them realize that God has important ministries for them on the missions field. Or, you could skip this episode and go curl up with a good book instead, but you'd miss all this introverted fun!
Here’s what the two discussed…
- Before we get into the discussion, how are we defining the terms, introverts and extroverts?
- Is missions work only for extroverts? Why or why not?
- What are some specific challenges in mobilizing introverts to the field?
- How can introverts raise funds if they are uncomfortable with speaking in front of people?
- What are some other missions strategies/platforms aside from traditional church planting that may be appropriate for introverts?
- How can we better mobilize those that don't have theological training?
- What types of introvert ministry positions does TWR have overseas?
- What would you say to young people who are considering missions?
Here’s what the two discussed…
- Before we get into the discussion, how are we defining the terms, introverts and extroverts?
- Is missions work only for extroverts? Why or why not?
- What are some specific challenges in mobilizing introverts to the field?
- How can introverts raise funds if they are uncomfortable with speaking in front of people?
- What are some other missions strategies/platforms aside from traditional church planting that may be appropriate for introverts?
- How can we better mobilize those that don't have theological training?
- What types of introvert ministry positions does TWR have overseas?
- What would you say to young people who are considering missions?
How important is theological training for missionaries? Are there better ways to assess missionary candidates as they prepare for the field? Listen in today as Dave chats with Dennis Greeson, the Dean of the BibleMesh Institute. You’ll learn some new methods for assessment and discover what theological training might look like in the future.
Specific questions they talked about:
- Why is pre-field theological assessment so important, especially for our current moment in Western culture?
- What is at stake given the cultural changes taking place in Western Christianity, especially among evangelicals?
- Why is theological training so important? Doesn't such training distract from field deployment, offer little that is of practical use, or emphasize theological precision over missional praxis?
- How is the landscape of theological education, and higher education more broadly, changing?
- What are some issues that this raises and opportunities that this affords?
- How does pre-field theological training serve the mission?
- What are some areas and methods of assessment organizations need to think about?
In the early morning hours of May 12th, 2020, on the island of Papua, Indonesia, missionary pilot Joyce Lin took off from the runway to deliver COVID-19 test kits and other essential supplies to a remote jungle tribe. But just two minutes after take off, something went wrong. Listen to this episode as Joyce's co-worker, Peter Santana, recounts what happened and how Joyce's legacy can inspire and mobilize a new generation of missionaries.
Show Notes:
Mission Aviation Fellowship
Washington Post Article about Joyce's Death
Joyce Lin Memorial Fund
Ends of the Earth Movie
Betty Greene, Founder of MAF
Moody Bible Institute
Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention
Are there really unreached people groups in the U.S.? Um, yep! (spoiler alert). How can we help believers engage these peoples? Join host Dave Jacob as he talks with Mike Urton, the Director of Immigrant Mission for the EFCA. You'll hear some great ideas and valuable resources to help activate your church to engage unreached peoples in your area.
Show Notes
Journey to Jesus, by Mike Urton
EFCA All People Youtube Channel
Joshua Project
South Asia Friendship Center in Chicago
Barna's Study on Evangelism and Millennials
Book: A Muslim and Christian in Dialogue
Say Hello
Global Missiology
Feed My Starving Children
Building Christ-centered Friendships with Muslims, Grow to Serve Course
Mike's Research on Academia.edu
Agency Mobilizer Training Survey Report
Missionary John Chau was martyred on the North Sentinel Islands on November 17, 2018. You may recall the story as it made national news. But, the public opinion was mixed. Some people—including some Christians—were upset that he attempted to bring the gospel to these unreached people. Listen in today as Dave chats with Dr. Mary Ho, the International Executive Leader of All Nations, John’s sending agency. She recounts what led up to his decision to go, and what happened the day he died, even reading parts of his personal journal. This episode will inspire you to persist in mobilization and can even be shared with those interested in missions. Who will go in John’s place?
Show Notes:
News Story about John Chau
All Nations
Joshua Project
Trinity Bible College
All Nations Facebook Page
Contact All Nations: comm@allnations.international
Do you need a little bit of encouragement today? Tune in as Dave talks with Larry Sharp, author of the book, The Greatest Missionary Generation. You'll hear true stories such as how God used a former sniper in Hitler's army to bring the gospel to an unreached tribe and many more. This episode will inspire you as well as those you're mobilizing to keep pressing on and trusting God for the harvest. Here's what the two discuss: 1. Why did you choose this title? Is this simply a book on the history of missions? 2. What motivated many of the missionaries from this generation to go? 3. Tell us the story of David & Esther Scovill and their impact in Papua. 4. Your parents were a part of this greatest missionary generation. Tell us about them and their ministry. 5. You include a chapter in your book titled, "God's Girls." What motivated you to include a chapter highlighting women? 6. Your book includes a story about a former sniper in Hitler's army. Who was he and what did God do in his life? 7. Where do we go from here? What do you hope this book accomplishes? 8. Do you have any recommended books on future strategies in missions?
Show Notes:
The Greatest Missionary Generation
IBEC Ventures Contact Larry Larry's latest book, Mission Disrupted
Are short-term mission trips doing more harm than good? How can we plan short-term mission trips to make the most impact? Listen to this episode today as Dave interviews Larry McCrary from The Upstream Collective. Larry is the author of Listen: How to Make the Most of Your Short-Term Mission Trip and provides important advice for those planning or participating in a short-term trip this summer. Here's what the two discuss: 1. Tell us about the Upstream Collective and Upstream Sending. 2. Your new book is called, Listen: How to Make the Most of Your Short-Term Mission Trip. Why did you title it, Listen? 3. There are some who believe short-term mission trips do more harm than good. What are your thoughts about that? 4. The first section of your book is titled, "Before You Go." Can you highlight a few of the points you write about when it comes to pre-trip planning? 5. What can happen if short-term mission teams don't plan well before they go? 6. What advice do you have for short-term mission teams and hosts during the trip? 7. Studies have shown that proper follow-up is crucial for an effective short-term mission trip. Do you agree? How can team leaders do follow-up well?
Show Notes:
upstream collective upstream collective elements manual upstream collective training Contact Larry upstream collective social media twitter instagram Thanks for listening!
Do missions events and conferences really make for lasting change in the participants' lives? Listen in as Dave talks with Evi Rodemann, CEO of LeadNow. Evi has researched missions events and conferences around the world and shares some of her discoveries with us. You'll hear about the importance of personal invitations and learn some best practices for exhibiting your ministry at your next event. Show Notes:
Evi Rodemann European Youth Ministry Network Lausanne Movement /Younger Leaders Generation WEA Mission Commission
Dave asked Evi the following questions:
- When do young people come to faith? What has your research revealed?
- How do mission events seek to call young people into missions?
- What effects do event organizers and proponents hope will occur?
- Is hosting a missions event/conference worth the money?
- Briefly explain how you measured the impact made on those who attended.
- What were some of the other discoveries you made?
- What recommendations would you have for missions organizations that exhibit at missions events?
In this episode, Dave talks with Ryan Shaw, Lead Facilitator of Global Mission Mobilization Initiative (GMMI), a resourcing ministry equipping the Church for mission mobilization through practical tools, teaching, training, and strategies. The two discuss Ryan's new book, Rethinking Global Mobilization. Shaw shows us that the success of the local church is not about its buildings, bodies, or bucks. Rather, he helps us understand that the biblical purpose of the church begins with missions mobilization movements. If you want to see God receive the worship He deserves from every tongue, tribe, people, and nation, listen to this episode! Here are some more topics the two discussed:
- What are some of the major areas you highlight in your book that need to be "rethought"?
- What does a holistic, comprehensive perspective of mission mobilization look like?
- The book identifies many types of mobilizers that go well beyond the traditional concept of a mobilizer. Explain some of these types and who they are.
- The book seems to prioritize mobilizers raising the flag of the depth of spiritual life alongside missions education itself. Why is that piece highlighted?
- What is your vision for mission mobilization across the global body of Christ? Show notes:
rethinkingmobilization.com
globalmmi.net
Contact Ryan: rshaw@globalmmi.net
In a world that is becoming ever more connected through technology, reaching the unreached and mobilizing the next generation has never been more possible. Listen in as Nick Wu from Idigitous explains how to mobilize those who are tech savvy to reach the unreached. He offers a fresh perspective on how missionaries and missions mobilizers can use technology as an effective tool in reaching the unreached and mobilizing the next generations with digital missions. Here's what our host, Dave Jacob asked Nick during the interview:
- What is Indigitous Serve?
- Why is there a need for digital missions?
- Some of our listeners may be leery of digital missions. Can you really make disciples digitally?
- One of your projects is a Christian hackathon. Tell us about that.
- Nick, you lead something called, Indigitous Cohorts. What are those?
- How can you reach people that a traditional missionary perhaps can’t?
- How would you advise a missions mobilizer who is not tech savvy to mobilize others towards digital missions?
Show Notes:
Indigitous Indigitous Hackathon Serve with Indigitous Email Indigitous - idserve@indigitous.org Indigitous on Instagram
"Have you ever been around tired, whipped, worn-out missionaries? Man, are they crabby!" Listen in as missionary, author, and life-coach Don Mingo speaks of his experiences in the mission field and his personal journey with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. As mobilizers, it is important to recognize the significance of missionary mental health and take the necessary steps to prepare those we are about to send. Being involved in missions work can be one of the most fulfilling ministries. It takes believers to new places all over the world and offers extraordinary experiences that stretch them physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. This episode will equip you to address these issues as you mobilize and mentor future missionaries. Show Notes Baptist Bible Fellowship International Missionary to Missionary Care Books by Don Mingo
Today’s students are tomorrow’s missionaries and mobilizers. Even now Gen Z is preparing to enter and presently entering God’s harvest fields. Knowing and understanding their views on missions is key for missions organizations. In this special episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Host Dave Jacob sits down with students from Trinity Bible College to get their thoughts and ideas on missions.
Questions Dave asked the Gen Z panel:
- What are some barriers preventing Gen Z from getting to the missions field?
- Is it beneficial for someone who feels called but doesn't know where to start to have a mentor?
- What excites Gen Z about missions?
- When you think about missions, what are some fears or concerns that you have?
Are you tired or stressed from ministry? Do you feel burned out? Listen to this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, as host David Jacob sits down with Missions Mobilizer Mark Stebbins. Mark offers 7 key insights regarding healthy rhythms for a Missions Mobilizer. You'll hear life-giving advice on how to engage in healthy routines for longevity in missions ministry. Show Notes Sudan Interior Mission Navigators
Global Navigators
College Navigators
Missio Nexus
Trinity Bible College
Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention
CMMR - Planning Guide
Listen in today as Dave chats with Matt Green, the VP of Marketing for Pioneers, USA. Matt shares how his team strategizes to promote missions for the purpose of mobilization. He talks about simple missiology, content marketing, and why it's important to market to the younger generations. You'll learn several best practices to help you market missions for mobilizing more missionaries (even on a shoestring budget). Here are some of the questions Dave asked Matt: 1. Share with us a little bit of the overall marketing strategy for Pioneers. 2. What's the size of your marketing team? What positions do you have? 3. Tell us the story of recently adding a young person to your marketing team. 4. Why do you focus your marketing efforts on the younger generations? 5. Can you share how you market missiology in simple ways? 6. How is your team innovating? 7. How would you advise a smaller mission agency with a limited budget?
Show Notes: * Pioneers: https://pioneers.org/ * Trinity Bible College & Graduate School: https://www.trinitybiblecollege.edu/ * Pioneers Explainer Videos: https://pioneers.org/category/explainer-videos * Pioneers USA You Tube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/pioneersusa * Seeds Global Innovation Lab: https://www.seedsinnovation.com/ * Pioneers' Maverick Podcast: https://podcasts.pioneers.org/podcast-series/maverick * Ted Esler's Book, The Innovation Crisis: https://theinnovationcrisis.com/ * Innovative Mobilization with Ted Esler: https://www.missionarymobilization.org/podcast/2021/9/27/innovative-mobilization-with-ted-esler * Pioneers' Edge Summer Program: https://edge.pioneers.org/
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
Do you ever get frustrated with the church/agency relationship? Take a listen to today's episode as Dave talks with Missions Pastor, Randy Jumper from First North Little Rock Church. Randy unpacks what he calls, With-ing, a concept that does missions together and goes beyond partnership. He expounds on keeping the local church as the main driver of missions without the church having a self-centered, self-fulfilling missiological strategy. You'll learn why missionary re-entry training is more essential than ever and why mission agencies should consider hiring non-missionaries for agency leadership roles. Specifically, Dave asked Randy the following questions:org
- In your article, you write that "The church views itself as a 'with-ing' partner rather than a sending partner." Can you explain that a little bit?
- What factors have influenced this shift to “with-ing"?
- Are there any negative implications of shifting from a sending mindset to a with-ing mindset?
- Randy, in your article, you mention some suggestions for denominational sending agencies. Can you share some of those with us?
- What are some ways missionaries can partner better with churches?
- What are some suggestions for churches in partnering with missionaries and sending agencies?
Show Notes:
- First North Little Rock Church
- Latest Issue of the Missionary Mobilization Journal
- Assemblies of God World Missions
- Barna Report, The Connected Generation
- Purchase - The Barna Report, The Connected Generation
- River Valley Church
- Meshed Young Adult Ministry
- Connect with Randy Jumper
- Email - rjumper@firstnlr.com
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rjumper
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/randyjumper/
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Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
"The Kingdom of God does not advance when we stay safe." - Anna Hampton
How can we help others navigate the potential dangers of the mission field? Listen to Anna Hampton, who has lived in war-torn Afghanistan, the Middle East, and other dangerous places. She is a global expert on cross-cultural risk and chats with Dave about the theology of risk and how mobilizers can help potential goers overcome their fear of danger. They specifically discussed the following:
1. How did you handle the potential dangers before you first went to Afghanistan?
2. Can you share about a time when you helped a missionary deal with a dangerous situation?
3. How does the Bible talk about risk?
4. What does the church need to understand about risk in the context of missions?
5. How can the church better respond to missionaries who live in dangerous contexts?
6. What should missionaries do when they face risk?
7. What advice would you have for mobilizers and pastors to help potential missionaries navigate risk and danger on the field?
Show Notes: * Christianity Today's Quick to Listen Podcast: https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/podcasts/quick-to-listen/risks-missions-haiti-danger-ministry-podcast.html
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Facing Danger: A Guide Through Risk https://www.amazon.com/Facing-Danger-Guide-Through-Risk/dp/0998054402
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Trinity Bible College and Graduate School https://www.trinitybiblecollege.edu/
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Missionary John Chau Killed by Remote Tribe on India's North Sentinel Island https://www.christiantoday.com/article/american.man.killed.by.remote.tribe.was.trying.to.tell.them.about.jesus/131006.htm
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Missionary Mobilization Podcast Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/missionarymobilizationpodcast
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
How does the vaccine mandate affect mobilization?
Today our guest is Jeff Boesel. After graduating from Westmont College and getting married, Jeff managed a restaurant, worked in a warehouse, and then became an air traffic controller before serving as a missionary at age 36. Jeff currently serves the One Challenge mobilization center as the Director of Mobilization.
Regardless of opinion on this hot button issue, this episode hopes to encourage you to look at the vaccine not from a political point of view, but rather a biblical one. Dave and Jeff discuss the fact that the world is watching how organizations handle Covid-19 vaccine mandates. As individuals and organizations continue to navigate this difficult situation, it’s important to dialogue on this topic in healthy and constructive ways.
Questions Discussed:
- Let's talk about IMBs decision to require the vaccine for all of their missionaries.
- The Brigada newsletter has also addressed this topic. What have been some of the reactions?
- What feedback have you heard since the news broke about IMB's requirement?
- Do you know of other agencies (besides IMB) who are mandating the vaccine?
- Unfortunately this has become a political hot button topic. How do we keep things biblical?
- Do you think some missionaries will resign because of this requirement?
- Will we see a decline in new missionaries going to the field due to the mandate?
Show Links:
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- AGWM.org
- One Challenge
- "IMB updates vaccination policy to maximize access to unreached peoples" - September 8, 2021
- Brigada - "Should Your Org or Your Partner be Requiring the Covid-19 Vaccine?" - Sep 26, 2021
- Brigada
- Christianity Today - "Missionaries Want to Carry the Gospel to the Ends of the Earth. Not COVID-19." - September 22, 2021
- "31 Days for the Kingdom: A Devotional with Global Impact" - Jeff Boesel
- Prepare for Impact
- Connect with Jeff:
- jeffboesel@oci.org
- https://www.facebook.com/jeff.boesel
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https://mobile.twitter.com/boejeff
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https://www.missionarymobilization.org/podcast
- Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
How can we help believers in the marketplace understand the important role they play in the Great Commission? How can we best mobilize secular professionals like plumbers, educators, social workers, or health care professionals? In this episode, Dave converses with Dale Losch, the CEO of Crossworld, a missions agency committed to sending ministry workers from all professions. This episode will equip you to mobilize believers from all walks of life.
Here’s what Dave asked Dale:
- Why should we engage believers from all professions to reach the world?
- How can mission agencies train professional workers who do not have previous formal Bible training?
- Is it still important to send traditional vocational missionaries?
- How does a secular professional find time for ministry?
- What do secular professionals do on the mission’s field?
- What are some tips for mobilizing secular professionals?
- What kinds of professions are being used on the field in creative ways?
Show Links:
- Crossworld
- Contact Dale: dale.losch@crossworld.org
- Books Dale has written: Giving Outside the Box, A Better Way: Make Disciples Wherever Life Happens
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
- "Work Matters: Connecting Sunday Worship to Monday Work" - Tom Nelson
- "Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work" - Timothy Keller
- "Monday Morning Atheist: Why We Switch God Off At Work And How You Fix It" - Doug Spada
- Facebook Group - The Missionary Mobilization Podcast
- Assemblies of God World Missions
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
Does the Bible have much to say about missions mobilization? How do the Scriptures frame the ministry of mobilization? And why is it important for mobilizers to understand these biblical foundations? In this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave chats with Jojie Wong about the biblical foundations for mobilization. Jojie has been serving with OMF since the year 2000. She has authored several books and is committed to inspiring mobilizers to understand the significance of looking at mobilization through the lens of Scripture.
Topics Discussed:
- Tell us your story of how you began in mobilization.
- Can you tell us about the mobilizer training that you have developed for OMF?
- Why is a Biblical Foundation for Mobilization necessary?
- What are some of the biblical principles mobilizers must understand as they begin the ministry of mobilization?
- What problems might arise if mobilizers fail to understand this biblical foundation?
- You have said that mobilizers need to become, “reflective practitioners.” What do you mean by this?
- What other advice would you have for a new mobilizer?
Show Links:
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- Assemblies of God World Missions
- OMF
- To The Mountains of Sierra Madre - by Florention R. Santos with Jojie Wong
- Lausanne Movement
- Acts 9-10
- Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention - Recommended Books
- Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
Have you ever wondered how churches can mobilize kids for missions? In this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave unpacks the incredible ministry of Operation Christmas Child with Senior Director, Randy Riddle. You’ll hear some amazing stories of how God is using kids to impact the world. This episode is a reminder that mobilization can begin at the youngest of ages, and that every believer has the opportunity to live a life on mission!
To learn more about Operation Christmas Child, visit Samaritan’s Purse, and remember that National Collection Week for these shoebox gifts is November 15th - 22nd, 2021.
Topics Discussed:
- Can you tell us a little bit more about Operation Christmas Child?
- Why is it important to involve kids in this mission’s project?
- How have you seen kids minister to other kids through Operation Christmas Child?
- How can missions pastors utilize Operation Christmas Child to bring missions awareness and education to those in their congregations?
- We have listeners from around the world, do other countries participate in assembling gifts for Operation Christmas Child?
- When is National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child, and how do people find drop-off locations?
- What other resources do you have that assists kids and families keep a focus on the nations?
- Can you tell us a testimony about how kids have helped transform a community though Operation Christmas Child?
Show Links:
- Assemblies of God World Missions
- Samaritan's Purse
- Operation Christmas Child
- “Wisconsin Shoebox Club Packs 10,000th Gift” - Samaritan's Purse
- “Ministry on the Korean Peninsula”
- Drop-off Locations - Operation Christmas Child
- Follow Your Box Look-up Tool - Operation Christmas Child
- Ways To Give - Operation Christmas Child
- occinfo@samaritan.org
- Trinity Bible and Graduate School
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
Why is having a diverse missions field vital to the Great Commission? How can mission agencies and churches ensure diverse mobilization? Join us for this special episode as we dig into these questions and hear from Brittany Woods, an experienced practitioner in mobilizing people of color. Brittany Woods is an educator and mobilizer with SIM USA, an international mission organization existing to respond to need, proclaim the gospel, and equip local churches in communities where Jesus is least known. Brittany has spent the past several years engaging and equipping African American believers for God’s global gospel work.
Show Links:
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- Previous Porch Meetings
- The Porch: Diverse Mobilization - Recording
- The Porch: Using Scripture to Mobilize - Registration
- SIM USA
- "The Missionary Mobilization Journal - The Role of Diversity in Mobilization"
- "Crossing Cultures with Jesus: Sharing Good News with Sensitivity and Grace" - Katie J. Rawson
- "Salt, Light, and a City, Second Edition: Conformation -- Ecclesiology for the Global Missional Community: Volume 2, Majority World Voices" - Graham Joseph Hill
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
Have you ever wondered how we might innovate with regards to mobilization? What might be some consequences if our ministries fail to innovate? Is God asking you to take a risk, and to follow His direction? In this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave converses with Ted Esler, the president of MissioNexus, and author of The Innovation Crisis. They discuss significant topics about how the world changes, and how we must creatively innovate in missions mobilization. Topics Discussed:
- What motivated you to write this book?
- You write that, “If there is any one marker of an innovative ministry, it is that mission triumphs over methodology.” Can you unpack that a little bit for us?
- In chapter 6, you write about “wicked problems.” What are wicked problems and would the overall lack of missions engagement in our local churches be considered one?
- When it comes to innovation, why is collaboration important?
- Innovative mobilization is often risky. How might you counsel a ministry that might be risk averse?
- What may occur in our mobilization ministries if we fail to innovate?
- What types of innovation have you seen in mobilization?
Show Links:
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- Missionary Mobilization Journal
- Pioneers
- The Innovation Crisis - Ted Esler
- Fuller Theological Seminary
- MissioNexus
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
Listen to this episode as Dave talks with Brian Hargett, the Director of Mobilization for Chi Alpha campus ministries. This is part 2 in a series we are airing on mobilizing college students, so be sure to check out episode 50 with missions mobilizer Katy White of Go Corps.
Today, Brian and Dave discuss some of the factors influencing the missionary call and why it's important to address the mistakes of missions past. Brian recommends several more suggestions which will equip you and your team to mobilize college students to the nations. Topics Discussed:
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What are some tips to mobilizing these students to the nations?
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Facilitate Missionary Engagement
- Address the Elephants in the Room
- Cultivate Pray, Give, and Welcome Habits
- Clarify and Simplify the steps it Takes to Get to the Field
- Help Them Manage Their Expectations
Show Links:
- AGWM
- Five Tips for Mobilizing College Students with Katy White
- Chi Alpha
- It’s Your Call To a Missional or Missionary Life by David P. Jacob
- Influences on the Missionary Call Webinar
- AGWM Missionary Call Survey: 1985-2015 Comparison
- The World Missions Summit 5
- The Future of Missions - Barna
- Chi Alpha - Resources
- bhargett@ag.org
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention) If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
Are you working to mobilize the next generation? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed with changes in communication, technology, or culture? In this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave talks with Katy White. Katy is a missions mobilizer with a passion for helping the emerging generation find their place in God's global work. Katy works for GoCorps, where she leads the process of mobilizing recent college graduates to use their degree overseas in two-year mission placements.
Katy provides five practical tips to mobilize Gen Z as they enter college, and beyond. This episode will help equip and empower you to mobilize today's college students. Topics Discussed:
- Who is the next generation? What are their strengths and weaknesses?
- What are some tips to mobilizing these students to the nations?
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1 Be Present Where They are Interacting
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2 Speak to their Motivation
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3 Speak to their Fears
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4 Mid-Term Focus
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5 Believe in Them!
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Show Links:
- Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- GoCorps
- katy@gocorps.org
- Millennials in Ministry by Jolene Erlacher
- Leading Tomorrow: Strategies for a New Generation
- The Missionary Mobilization Podcast - EP8 - Generational Differences with Jolene Erlacher
- Facebook - GoCorps
- Instagram - GoCorps
- Facebook - Leading Tomorrow
- Instagram - Leading Tomorrow
- The Missionary Mobilization Journal
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
What do you do when a missions mobilization door seems to close? Whether it's a global pandemic, people struggling with life controlling addictions, or facing health challenges, this episode will equip you with ways to navigate the seemingly closed doors of serving in missions.
Listen in as Dave has a conversation with Carol Ghattas. Carol has served for over twenty years in overseas missions, the majority of that time in the Middle East and North Africa, and has vast experience with closed doors.
This episode will equip mobilizers, missionaries, missions pastors and leaders, or those interested in learning more about life overseas to remain mobilized for the long haul when challenges arise. Topics Discussed:
- What motivated you to write this book?
- Why would someone who is feeling called to missions want to read a book about closed doors? Wouldn’t that stop them from taking that step into service?
- Is this book just for people getting ready to serve, or do you have others in mind as well?
- I see one of your chapters is about doors that won’t even open. Can you explain that a bit more? What does it look like?
- This may not be an easy book for some readers. Why do you write about doors that close because it’s your fault?
Show Notes:
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- The Missionary Mobilization Journal
- Missions Mosaic Magazine
- A Life in Exile
- The Future of Missions - Barna
- "When Doors Close: Changing Course in Missions Without Losing Your Way" - Carol B Ghattas
- Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
- Assemblies of God World Missions
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
If you have questions or ideas for a show, contact us here: hello@missionarymobilization.org
Where are all our fellow theology nerds? 🙋♀️ Today, Dave interviews Ryan Shaw, the International Lead Facilitator of Global Mission Mobilization Initiative (GMMI) and host of the Mission Mobilization Chats podcast. Ryan explains a theology of mobilization throughout the Scriptures which, in turn, impacts our mobilization praxis. The two discuss the following questions: 1. How is God a mobilizer God? 2. Where does mobilization start in the Scriptures? 3. For what purpose did God choose Israel? 4. How was Jesus a mobilizer? 5. Why is the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost significant to missions mobilization? 6. What can we learn from Paul's example as a mobilizer? 7. How should this understanding of a theology of mobilization impact our mobilization praxis & strategies?
If you love theology and mobilization like we do, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Mission Mobilization Chats: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCISwSb9dgSKAYS4S1fBqdTw/videos
On this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave has a conversation with Janea and Annette Koop. Janea is a freshman at Trinity Bible College & Graduate School in Ellendale, ND. Janea’s mom Annette has been married to Kevin for 34yrs, they have 2 Biological children and 11 adopted children.
Have you ever wondered how your family can help mobilize missionaries? Have you considered how to teach missions to your own family? This episode will give practical insights on why and how to intentionally teach your family about missions. The family plays an important role in mobilization!
**Show Notes:**
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- AGWM
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
- Pack Your Bags
- James 1:27
- "The Whole World Needs Jesus" - Ann Dunagan
- "The Mission-Minded Family: Releasing Your Family to God's Destiny" - Ann Dunagan
- "Hero Tales" - Dave & Neta Jackson
- Hero Tales, Vol. 2: A family treasury of true stories from the lives of Christian heroes" - Dave & Neta Jackson
- "Hero Tales, Vol 3: A Family treasury of true stories from the lives of Christian heroes" - Dave & Neta Jackson
- "Hero Tales, Vol. 4: A family treasury of true stories from the lives of Christian heroes" - Dave & Neta Jackson
“I think the lack of gospel access is the greatest injustice of all time.” -David Joannes
In today’s podcast, Dave interviews David Joannes about his newly-released book, Gospel Privilege. Joannes is a leading advocate for unreached peoples, founder and president of Within Reach Global, and has published several other books in addition to Gospel Privilege.
The two discuss the definition of gospel privilege and the responsibility required of those who have access to the gospel. Additionally, they break down the concept of theological drift and how leaders can take action to fight this mobilization inhibitor.
Joannes brings his passion for the unreached, along with a call to action and a word of encouragement for mobilizers today. This is a great resource for understanding why it is so important to take up your unique role in missions!
Topics Discussed:
- Why did you write the book Gospel Privilege?
- Can you explain and unpack the term, “Gospel Privilege”’?
- Why is gospel access significant? Aren’t all people equally lost?
- How can Christian leaders help solve the issue of theological drift and the lack of Bible engagement in our world today?
- How can mobilizers utilize your new book as a mobilization tool?
Show Notes:
Missionary Mobilization Journal
Gospel Privilege by David Joannes
Within Reach Global
Trinity Graduate School Master of Arts Intercultural Studies Concentration in Missions Mobilization
hello@missionarymobilization.org
https://www.missionarymobilization.org/podcast/2021/7/5/gospel-privilege-with-david-joannes
“You become like whoever you attach yourself to. You will become like who you love.” - David Jacob
In this special episode of the podcast, Dave dives into the incredible relationship between neurotheology and mobilization. Neurotheology is a relatively new field of study that investigates how our brains are shaped and transformed by religious experiences. Out of this study comes the significance of attachment (see John 15). Further, as we examine the science that forms attachments, we see that the most important tool for mobilizing may be right in front of us - mentorship.
Listen in to learn more about your own brain and how God has uniquely positioned you to mobilize more missionaries to the field!
Topics Discussed:
- What is neurotheology?
- How do our brains form spiritually?
- How has God designed us to develop character and other behaviors?
- How can neurotheology and attachment help us mobilize more missionaries?
Show Notes:
- AGWM
- Accompanying slides
- Register to attend the next Porch meeting
- Missionary Mobilization Journal
- Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
- Renovated by Jim Wilder
- Mentoring for Mission by Gunter Krallmann
Full Show Notes Here!
On today’s show, Dave is interviewing Yesenia Mojarro about how to mobilize the Hispanic Church. Yesenia is a grad student at Trinity Graduate School (ND), currently researching how to best mobilize the Hispanic community in America for global missions.
Dave and Yesenia examine some of the unique barriers and benefits that go with mobilization in the Hispanic Church. To accompany these things, Yesenia describes the testimony of God’s calling on her life and His faithfulness throughout the years. Tune in to discover some great resources for mobilizing the Hispanic Church and to hear about how He is working right now in this community!
Topics Discussed:
- How did God call you into missions work?
- What changes have you have seen in the sending practices of the Assemblies of God Florida district?
- Tell us about your research on mobilizing the Hispanic church.
- What are some best practices you have discovered for mobilizing the Hispanic church?
- What are some resources you have found helpful for mobilizing the Hispanic community?
Show Notes:
- Trinity Graduate School
- Trinity Graduate School - M.A. in Intercultural Studies
- AGWM
- In This Generation: Looking to the Past to Reach the Present by Todd Ahrend
- MissioNexus
- EMQ (Evangelicals Missions Quarterly)
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
Full Show Notes Here!
On today’s show, Dave is talking with Larry Fox and Dennis Washington about how and why to mobilize teenagers for missions. Larry and Dennis work or have worked with NAAMC (The National African American Missions Council) and are influential voices in the area of mobilizing young people toward the mission field.
Dave, Larry, and Dennis break down some of the barriers that have hindered teen mobilization in the past. In addition, you will hear some testimonies of how partnership, prayer, and discipleship can turn into teenagers who are passionate about global missions. Each person has a role to fill in mobilizing our young people, and today’s episode is a great resource to help discover yours!
Questions discussed on this episode:
- Why should we focus on mobilizing teens?
- What are some of the common barriers to teen involvement in global missions and how can we solve these?
- Can you share with us some success stories about mobilizing teenagers?
- Give us some best practices for mobilizing teens more effectively.
- If you worked for a missions agency, what advice would you have for the agency mobilizers in regards to mobilizing teenagers?
- What types of resources and events does NAAMC offer for teens or those wanting to mobilize teens?
Show Links:
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- NAAMC
- RAIN Ministries
- SIM
- NAAMC Annual Virtual Conference
- witnesstonations@gmail.com
- larryrfox@gmail.com
- Missionary Mobilization Journal
Full Show Notes Here!
Watch the Video Interview Here!
Do you ever wonder how you can help people discover their part in the Great Commission? Listen in as Dave chats with Steve Addison, a catalyst for movements that multiply disciples and churches everywhere. Steve is an author, speaker, podcaster, and mentor to movement pioneers. His latest book, Your Part in God's Story: 40 Days from Genesis to Revelation was just released last month. In this discussion Dave talks with Steve about how the Scripture is an incredible mobilizer when read as one story. Check out this episode today to understand what Your Part in God's Story is and how you can help others discover theirs!
Some of the Questions Asked:
- Why did you write this book?
- What’s the format?
- Why was it important to you to review the grand narrative of Scriptures vs. focusing only on the New Testament for example?
- Give us some examples of the studies.
- How can mobilizers, missions pastors, or other listeners use this in a group setting with those they're discipling?
- How did writing this book change you?
Show Notes:
- Missionary Mobilization Journal
- Movements.net
- "Your Part in God's Story: 40 Days From Genesis to Revelation" by Steve Addison
- steve.addison@movenetwork.org
- Movements.net - Facebook
- Movements.net - Twitter
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
Full Show Notes Here!
Follow The Missionary Mobilization Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! If you have questions or ideas for a show contact us at hello@missionarymoiblization.org
“The man who mobilizes the Christian church to pray will make the greatest contribution to world evangelization in history.” - Andrew Murray
On today's show, Dave interviews Kevin Senapatiratne, founder of Christ Connection and member of America's National Prayer Committee. Kevin grew up as a missionary kid and now travels and teaches on praying for the world. You'll hear the lessons he learned as he met with international prayer and missions leaders in Herrnhut, Germany. Kevin and Dave also discussed:
- Best practices that will assist you to mobilize people to pray for the nations
- The Moravians and the important connection they had between prayer and missions
- How you can be involved in the International Day for the Unreached on May 23rd, 2021
Show Links:
- Assemblies of God World Missions
- Christ Connection
- The Christ Connection Podcast
- Enjoying Prayer - Facebook
- Enjoying Prayer - Instagram
- Enjoying Prayer - Twitter
- International Day for the Unreached
- Assemblies of God Prayer Committee
- The Porch: Neurotheology and Mobilization
- America's National Prayer Committee
- "Not Just for Super Christians: A 30-day adventure with Jesus" by Kevin Senapatiratne
- World Prayer Maps
- Joshua Project
- Mobilization Resources
- Light The Window
- Prayercast
Full YouTube Interview Coming Soon!
Full Episode Show Notes!
The Missionary Mobilization Podcast is a resource for Christian leaders who want to increase the number of missionaries around the world. Our goal is to equip and encourage missions mobilizers and missions pastors for greater Kingdom impact.
(The views expressed on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention)
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On today's episode, Dave has a conversation with Peter Craig, the executive director of Moving Works, a ministry that creates open source short films to tell the world about Jesus and mobilize more missionaries. Before God led him to start Moving Works, Peter was an independent filmmaker and screenwriter writing projects for Sony Pictures, NBC Universal, and Walden Media.
Dave and Peter discuss why film is a great tool and how to best use it to mobilize others. You'll also hear Josiah's story about how he came to be a missionary in the Amazon basin following in the footsteps of his late father.
Today, Dave talks with Denny Spitters and Matthew Ellison. Denny and Matthew are the authors of When Everything is Missions and editors of the companion text titled, Conversations on When Everything is Missions.
The discussion revolves around the danger of labeling everything as missions in the church and understanding how important it is to grasp accurate terminology. They examine Acts 1:8 and the problem with “your Jerusalem” terminology as well as how mobilization is hindered when we lose sight of a correct definition of missions.
Some topics discussed on the show:
- Why did you write, When Everything is Missions?
- How did the companion book, Conversations on When Everything is Missions come about?
- Who are some of the contributing authors?
- How do we as mobilizers and missions pastors correct the narrative that everything is missions?
- Please share with us some testimonies about how pastors/churches shifted their definition of missions and the results of that.
- If our listeners would like to purchase the book or learn more about this topic, how can they do that?
Show Links:
- Pioneers
- Lifeline Christian Mission
- sixteen:fifteen: Coach Missions Coaching
- When Everything is Missions
- "51% of Churchgoers Don't Know of the Great Commission" - Barna Study - 2018
- Ephesians 4 (NIV)
- Mission Frontiers
- About J.D. Payne
- About Ted Esler - Missio Nexus
- Acts 17 (NIV)
- Acts 1:8 (NIV)
- John 20:21 (NIV)
- When Everything is Missions - Apple Podcasts
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
Connect with Matthew Ellison:
- sixteen:fifteen: Coach Missions Coaching
- matthewellison@1615.org
- Sixteen:Fifteen - Facebook
- 1615_ministries - Instagram
- Sixteen:Fifteen - Twitter
Connect with Denny Spitters:
- Pioneers
- When Everything is Missions
- denny.spitters@orlandoteam.com
- When Everything Is Missions - Facebook
- When Everything Is Missions - Twitter
Full Show Notes Here!
On this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave has a conversation with Dick Brogden. Brogden has been an Assemblies of God World Missionary since 1992, and is the co-founder of the Live Dead Movement. He is the author of the recent book, Missionary God, Missionary Bible: A One-Year, Missions-Centered, Chronological Reading of the Bible.
Dave and Dick discuss how spiritual warfare impacts mobilization and the challenges that the enemy uses to hinder those who are called to serve overseas. This episode is a reminder that mobilizers, missionaries, and students will face spiritual adversities when fulfilling the Great Commission, but that there are boundless eternal rewards that will be received.
Here are some of the questions discussed:
- How would you define spiritual warfare and can you give us an example of it occurring in your work?
- One aspect of spiritual warfare is our battle with sin. In a recent blog post you wrote, "A primary theater of spiritual warfare is in our heads and thoughts." Can you elaborate on that?
- We know there are fewer single men missionaries than single women missionaries. In your opinion, why is this and what’s the spiritual warfare component here?
- What is the role of suffering in spiritual warfare?
- How does prayer, Bible reading, and worship assist us as we deal with spiritual warfare?
- What other tools might we use to combat the plans of the enemy?
- The enemy battles against us sending more missionaries. What advice would you have to encourage those in a spiritual battle right now as they work to mobilize others?
Full Show Notes Here!
On this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, the topic being discussed is, "Helping Others Enjoy the Bible." Dave interviews Matthew Mullins, an English and History professor at Southeastern Baptist Seminary. You will hear how to help people love the Bible, and it may help you fall in love with God's Word all over again too! This episode will encourage mobilizers because enjoying and reading the Bible is vital for the growth of missions!
Here are some of the questions Dave asked Matthew:
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Why did you decide to write this book, Enjoying the Bible?
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How does reading the Bible as literature help us enjoy it more?
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How does emotion play into our understanding of the Bible?
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You have a chapter titled, “Reading with Our Guts.” What do you mean by that?
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Can you give us some practical ways to change our approach to reading the Scriptures?
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In the afterward of your book, you write about the importance of reading aloud. Can you share some reasons why reading aloud is beneficial?
Our topic today is: Overcoming the Porn Problem, and this being a sensitive topic, we suggest that children not be present as you listen to the show.
In this episode, Dave talks with former missionary, Jen. Jen shares her heart-wrenching personal story about how pornography shattered her marriage and impacted her family's ministry on the field. Jen expounds on how mobilizers can help mentor someone who is struggling with pornography. Through Jen's story of restoration and healing she leaves listeners with the reminder that the pandemic of pornography in society must be stopped.
Show Links:
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
- James 1:14-15 (NIV)
- When Your Husband is Addicted to Pornography: Healing Your Wounded Heart by Vicki Tiede
- Porn Stats (2018 Edition) - Covenant Eyes
- Job 31 (NIV)
- "The Dead End of Sexual Sin" by Rosaria Butterfield
- What Can I Do About Me? by Rhyll Anne Croshaw
- Pastor Addicted to Pornography - Focus on the Family
- "I'm a Pastor Struggling with Porn. What Do I Do?" - Austin Savage
- Covenant Eyes
- "Has Porn Already Broken My Future Marriage?" - Interview with John Piper
- "How Porn Is Sidelining Missionaries" by Greg Handley
- Nations Coffee Co
Full Show Notes Here!
How can churches and agencies send and sustain more missionaries? On this episode of the podcast, Dave talks with Neal Pirolo. Neal is the founding director of Emmaus Road International, an educational resource for Third Millennium Missions. He's written five books on missions and has ministered in more than fifty nations. This episode will equip you and your team with six practical ways to involve the whole congregation in caring for your missionaries!
Show Links:
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- Assemblies of God World Missions
- Emmaus Road International
- Serving As Senders ~ Today by Neal Pirolo
- The Reentry Team: Caring for Your Returning Missionaries by Neal Pirolo
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
Full Show Notes Here!
How has missions-sending shifted? Are missionaries still going to places where the church already exists? In this episode of the podcast, Dave has a conversion with Dr. Todd M. Johnson.
Johnson is the co-director of the Center for the Study of Global Christianity at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and the co-author of the World Christian Encyclopedia (2nd and 3rd editions).
This episode is packed with relevant research that will assist you and your team in strategic planning for mobilizing more missionaries.
Some of the questions discussed:
- What significant geographical missionary-sending and receiving changes have occurred in the last 20-50 years?
- What are some of the reasons why most missionaries go to places where the church already exists?
- How can missionaries sent from the West better partner with our brothers and sisters from the Global South?
- Do you have any data on U.S. churches ministering cross-culturally to the diaspora in the States?
- What might need to shift in missionary training as we prepare students for the changing landscape of the missions field?
Show Links:
- hello@missionarymobilization.org
- Show Sponsor: Nations Coffee - Official Coffee of the Center for Missionary Mobilization & Retention
- Center for the Study of Global Christianity at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
- Boston University's Institute for Culture, Religion and World Affairs
- World Christian Encyclopedia, 3rd Edition
- "Atlas of Global Christianity, 1st Edition"
- World Christian Database
- William Carey International University
- "Habits of the Heart: Individualism and Commitment in American Life" - Robert N. Bellah
- "Reading While Black: African American Biblical Interpretation as an Exercise in Hope" by Esau McCaulley
- https://www.gordonconwell.edu/center-for-global-christianity/
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
Full Show Notes Here!
In this episode of The Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave Jacob has a conversation with Phillip Henry, the founder of Nations Coffee, a business that seeks to connect people's love for coffee with a passion for the evangelization of Unreached Peoples. Phillip shares his story of how he is using his coffee business to support organizations that reach Unreached Peoples. Also, we announce a new partnership with Nations Coffee. If you are ready to percolate some ideas, grab a cup of coffee and check out this episode!
Some of the topics discussed:
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Phillip's previous work with the Navigators.
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How a Perspectives course impacted his spiritual journey.
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The vision and mission of Nations Coffee.
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The partnership between a Nations Coffe and The Center for Missionary Mobilization & Retention is announced. Nations Coffee and The Center for Missionary and Retention Partnership
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Other ministries that partner with Nations Coffee.
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The future vision for Nations Coffee.
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How your ministry might partner with Nations Coffee.
Show Links:
- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School
- The Navigators
- Perspectives
- Joshua Project
- Nations Coffee
- Cafe 1040
- EP24 - In the Office: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at a Mobilizer's Ministry
- nationscoffeeco@gmail.com
- Nations Coffee - Instagram
- Nations Coffee - Facebook\
- Assemblies of God World Missions
Full show notes here!
Did you know that a third of humanity has no access to the gospel? If you were born into an unreached people group, would you want missionaries to prioritize ministry to the unreached? Why does nearly 97% of the world's missionaries go to places where the church already exists? Listen in as Dave has a conversation with Dr. Marvin Newell.
Dr. Newell is the newly-appointed Executive Director of Alliance for the Unreached and staff missiologist for Missio Nexus, a network of evangelical mission agencies, churches, and training centers in North America. Previously he served as a missionary to Indonesia. Marv is the author of four mission-related books and holds a Doctorate of Missiology degree from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.
In this episode, your faith will be challenged to remember those who do not have access to the gospel and the importance of mobilizing missionaries to these unreached people groups. The 2021 International Day for the Unreached is May 23, 2021.
Some of the topics discussed:
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How did the Alliance for the Unreached begin?
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Why the focus on unreached people groups?
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Some missions leaders have taken the position that we shouldn't focus on unreached people groups. How should we respond to them?
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How can mobilizers, missionaries, and mission pastors utilize some of the Alliance's resources?
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How can churches and mission agencies partner with the Alliance?
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What's the future vision for the Allisnce for the Unreached?
Show Links:
Support the Center for Missionary Mobilization & Retention
Missio Nexus
Alliance for the Unreached
A Third of Us
Advocates for the Unreached
marvnewell@gmail.com
marv@alliancefortheunreached.org
Assemblies of God World Missions
Check out the full show notes here!
“Are missionaries one of the most underutilized mobilization catalysts? Does the research support the fact that missionaries are the best mobilizers?”
Today on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave has a conversation with Brett & Alyson Haynes. Brett & Alyson serve with SEND International in the southern part of Romania. Working on a church-planting team, they are helping to mobilize believers both from Romania and from the States.
Here are the topics they discussed:
1) Research on the topic of missionaries as mobilizers.
2) How missionaries can mobilize from the field.
3) Best practices for missionaries to mobilize believers from their passport country.
4) What needs to change so that missionaries can be better mobilizers.
Show Links:
https://www.missionarymobilization.org/support
https://send.org/ministry-guides/romania
https://launchsurvey.wordpress.com/
https://shop.barna.com/products/the-future-of-missions
bahaynes@send.org
https://www.instagram.com/journeytothenations/
https://www.agwm.org/
“Are missionaries one of the most underutilized mobilization catalysts? Does the research support the fact that missionaries are the best mobilizers?”
Today on the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave has a conversation with Brett & Alyson Haynes. Brett & Alyson serve with SEND International in the southern part of Romania. Working on a church-planting team, they are helping to mobilize believers both from Romania and from the States.
Here are the topics they discussed:
1) Research on the topic of missionaries as mobilizers.
2) How missionaries can mobilize from the field.
3) Best practices for missionaries to mobilize believers from their passport country.
4) What needs to change so that missionaries can be better mobilizers.
Show Links:
https://www.missionarymobilization.org/support
https://send.org/ministry-guides/romania
https://launchsurvey.wordpress.com/
https://shop.barna.com/products/the-future-of-missions
bahaynes@send.org
https://www.instagram.com/journeytothenations/
https://www.agwm.org/
"I thought people like me didn't go because I am black and all the missionaries that came to my church were white."
Are you curious about the role of African Americans in missions? In this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave talks with Marilyn Owusu-Sekyere, an AGWM African American missionary to Togo in West Africa. Listen as Marilyn shares how God called her to the mission field and how she's mobilizing others. She discusses ways missionaries, mobilizers, and pastors can better mobilize African Americans to the mission field. This episode will inspire and equip you to more effectively mobilize African Americans and other people of color.
Some of the questions Dave asked our guest were:
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Can you talk about the current state of the African American church's involvement in world missions?
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Why are there so few African American missionaries?
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Can you share a story from your itineration where God used you to speak into a person's life about their role in the Great Commission?
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What are some things mobilizers, missionaries, & pastors can do to mobilize the African American church?
Show Notes:
Support the Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention
https://www.missionarymobilization.org/support
On mobilizing your students or congregation: https://www.iwanttobeamissionary.com/
AGWM - https://wideopenmissions.org/
Awakening Ministries - https://www.awakeningmintl.org/
The National African American Missions Council
https://www.naamcevents.org/
Books by William Carey Publishing
https://missionbooks.org/products/profiles-of-african-american-missionaries?_pos=2&_sid=f35570052&_ss=r
https://missionbooks.org/products/african-american-experience-in-world-mission?_pos=3&_sid=f35570052&_ss=r
1615 Webinars on Mobilizing People of Color
https://1615.org/project/auto-draft/
https://1615.org/project/mobilizing-poc-part-2/
Contact Marilyn:
Facebook- Marilyn Owusu-Sekyere
Instagram - @marilynow
AGWM Profile Page: https://agmd.org/Profile/Index/156baced-6eda-4a93-ba5f-e765f1bdb8fb
Email Marilyn: marilynowusu@gmail.com
How can churches send well? What do the Scriptures have to say about sending? In this episode of the Missionary Mobilization Podcast, Dave talks with Steve Beirn. Steve is the Global Ministries Pastor at, Calvary Church in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and has also served on the board of TEAM for 18 years. Steve is the author of"Well Sent: Reimagining the Chruch's Missionary-Sending Process." His desire is to be a support and encouragement to missions practitioners within the local church. In this inspiring episode, Steve provides practical insights on how churches can be healthy senders.
Some of the questions Dave asked our guest:
- In your book, Well Sent, you write about the process of sending & how it is heavily emphasized in the Scriptures. Could you elaborate on that?
- What kind of sending does Matthew 28:18-20 imply?
- What is significant to learn about the sending community of Acts 13:1-3?
- What are the characteristics of a healthy sending church?
- When it comes to missions & sending, how can churches be inactive, reactive, or proactive?
Show Links: Trinity Bible College & Graduate School - https://bit.ly/333rzQH
Operation Christmas Child - https://sampur.se/3l39qcq
"Well Sent: Reimagining the Church's Missionary-Sending Process" by Steve Beirn - https://bit.ly/2HMased
Purchase Steve Beirn Book - https://amzn.to/350lcyt
sbeirn@calvarychurch.org
AGWM - https://bit.ly/39vcd9p
Today, Dave has a conversation with Reuben Kachala. Reuben is a Malawian former missionary to India and an ordained minister with the Malawi Assemblies of God. He is a full-time missions mobilizer working with Frontier Missions International, a mission-sending organization which he co-founded with his wife in 2015. Frontier Missions International has a vision of turning Malawi and Africa from a mission field into a mission force. Reuben shares how important prayer is in mobilization, and he explains how those trained in ministry need to have training in mobilization. In this episode, you will be inspired to see Africa and other mission fields equipped in the global mission force to finish the Great Commission task among all peoples.
Questions discussed in this episode:
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What is the role of prayer in missions mobilization?
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What has happened with the recent presidential election in Malawi?
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What is the history of missions & mobilization in Malawi?
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How can missionaries who are already on the mission field mobilize the people they are reaching into missions?
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What do agencies and Bible colleges need to change about how they prepare missionaries for the field?
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How can western missionaries best partner with the mobilization efforts of those in the global South?
Show Links:
Trinity Bible College & Graduate School - https://bit.ly/333rzQH
Operation World, Johstone, Patrick - https://amzn.to/31JWbFT
Perspectives Course - https://bit.ly/3mgVAnM
Kairos Course - https://bit.ly/2ZB0ORC
Pathways Course - https://bit.ly/3ouQ0zs
How to Start Missionary Work in New Sending Countries - Hamalainen, Arto - https://bit.ly/3olxY2t
reuben.elizabeth@gmail.com
AGWM - https://bit.ly/39vcd9p
Full Show Notes: https://www.missionarymobilization.org/podcast/2020/10/26/mobilizing-the-mission-field-into-a-missions-force-with-reuben-kachala
How is God using people with impairments on the mission field? That’s a question most of us probably haven’t thought about, but it’s the topic of today’s episode. Listen as host David Jacob talks with Dave Deuel, Senior Research Fellow and Policy Advisor for Joni and Friends and advocate for people with disabilities at the U.N. They discuss the book Dr. Deuel co-edited titled, Disability in Mission: The Church's Hidden Treasure, and how mobilizing people with impairments just might be something we are overlooking.
Here are some of the questions we considered:
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What's your role at Joni and Friends and how did that come about?
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Can you help us understand the distinction between the terms, "disability" and "impairments"?
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Please share a couple of stories about how God is using people with impairments on the missions field.
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What about short-term trips? How have people with impairments participated?
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In your book, what are some of the common themes you discovered about how God uses disability in missions?
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What needs to shift in missions mobilization to make room for those with impairments?
Today, David has a conversation with Barna Group's Director of Published Research, Savannah Kimberlin. Savannah shares some of the recent research published in "The Future of Missions". She discusses the relevant findings that Barna has discovered about the next generation of potential missionaries, and shares factors that will help increase a believer's involvement in missions. This episode will inspire you to communicate more effectively with Gen Z and Millennials.
Some of the Topics Discussed:
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Barna just recently published some research on the future of missions. Can tell us how this project came about?
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How does the decline of U.S. church attendance impact the future of missions mobilization?
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Your research found there are certain factors that increase a person's involvement in missions. Can you unpack that a little bit for us?
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How are parents influencing missions mobilization?
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In The Future of Missions you talk about a group of young adults you’ve named “supportive skeptics.” Can you tell us about this group?
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What did your study discover with regards to the younger generations serving in missions?
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What advice would you have for mobilizers and mission pastors as they endeavor to mobilize others?
Show Links:
Free Graduate Class - Trends and Issues in Mobilization: https://bit.ly/312LhKb
https://www.barna.com/
The Future of Missions: https://bit.ly/3kkdpAH
International Missions Board: https://bit.ly/2Hyr1Ks
Southern Baptist Convention: https://bit.ly/369OxYy
Generational Differences with Jolene Erlacher: https://bit.ly/3cu8EBQ
Trinity Bible College & Graduate School: https://bit.ly/333rzQH
Barna Access: https://bit.ly/3mS3Afk
AGWM: https://bit.ly/39vcd9p
Why is having representation of diverse racial groups in global missions so important? What are some of the missions mobilization factors affecting people of color today? How can we mobilize more people of color? Listen to this episode as Dave has a conversation with Sophia Wang, SEND International's Diversity Advocate & Ethnic Partnerships Coordinator. Dave & Sophia discuss the difficulty of the U.S. racial context and share ideas to help mobilizers diversify the workforce sent into His harvest fields.
Show Notes:
https://bit.ly/2FvFrtY - Evangelical Missions Academy Madrid
https://www.naamcevents.org/ - National African American Missions Conference
https://bit.ly/2ZB0ORC - Kairos Course
https://bit.ly/3mgVAnM - Perspectives
https://bit.ly/3kkdpAH - The Future of Missions: Barna Research
https://bit.ly/2FBwQpg - The Missionary Mobilization Journal
Swang@send.org
https://bit.ly/2ZwZdw4 - Sophia Wang SEND International
https://bit.ly/2ZzyhvR - SEND International
https://bit.ly/312LhKb - Trends & Issues in Mobilization Free Graduate Class
hello@missionarymobilization.org
On today's episode, Dave has a conversation with Justin from Cafe 1040. Cafe 1040 is a missions organization whose goal is to lead a generation to tell the story of Jesus where its never been heard before. Justin shares ideas on how missions mobilizers can stay organized to help foster relationships. He also provides insights on what "MIssions Influencers" can do to send future missionaries.
Here are some of the questions we discussed:
-How is your mobilization team structured?
-Can you talk about the difference between recruitment and mobilization?
-How do you stay organized and follow-up well with contacts you meet at an event?
-You also work with what you call "MIssions Influencers." Can you tell us more about that?
-What advice would you give to the missionary who is just coming off the field to serve as a mobilizer?
Show Notes:
AGWM - https://www.agwm.org/
Cafe 1040 - https://www.cafe1040.com/
Perspectives - https://www.perspectives.org/
Gap Year Frontier - https://frontiergap.com/Volunteer/Gap-Year.aspx
Nugget Training Beyond - https://beyond.org/event/nugget-training-multiplying-prayer/
SalesForce - https://www.salesforce.com/
hello@cafe1040.com
justin@cafe1040.com
hello@missionarymobilization.org
Free Graduate Class - https://form.jotform.com/201886377586068
How can we help others discover their role in the Great Commission? Listen to Dave have a conversation with Jacob Jester, a mobilizer with Africa Cause. Jacob helps us understand the importance of spiritual adventure in mobilizing the younger generations, and he passionately explains how to live out your own spiritual adventure. This episode will mobilize not only your heart for the next generation but will challenge you to call out the spiritual adventure in others.
Show Notes:
https://bit.ly/3gyq0yq - Africa Cause Instagram
https://bit.ly/31pOvHQ - I Want to Be a Missionary
https://bit.ly/2Vx7fDk - MA - ITCS More Details
hello@missionarymobilization.org
Why would a missions pastor cancel his missions committee meetings for 18 months? Listen in as Dave has a conversation with Matthew Philip, who provides leadership to the global engagement impulse of Trinity Church in Lansing, Michigan. In this episode, Matthew explains why he stopped these meetings, what God did in his church, and how partnerships played a significant role.
https://bit.ly/39vcd9p - AGWM
www.missionarymobilization.org
https://bit.ly/2P2wkCc - Urbana
https://amzn.to/3026moU - Pursuing God's Will Together, Ruth Haley Barton
https://bit.ly/305fPM6 - World Vision
matthewaphilip@gmail.com
https://www.trinitybiblecollege.edu/academics/graduate-course-description-IS.php- Trinity Bible College & Graduate School M.A. Intercultural Studies
hello@missionarymobilization.org
Dave talks mentorship with missionary and author J.Taliaferro who currently works with refugees in East Africa. You'll learn how to be an influential mentor and instill missions passion in those you're mobilizing. They also explore why you need several mentors speaking into your own life.
Show Notes:
J Taliaferro Website
Letters to an Apprentice by J. Taliaferro
Do you ever wonder how ministries start? Is God speaking to you about creating something new? Listen in as Dave Jacob, the founder, and director of the Center for Missionary Mobilization & Retention talks with Tim Jacobson, marketing and project coordinator for the Center, about how this missions mobilization ministry began. As Dave shares the story behind the formation of the Center, you'll hear how God used an unqualified, ordinary guy with an idea he couldn't shake. Dave also discusses a new mobilization resource coming out next year and a free grad class for missionaries. What crazy Kingdom idea might God be speaking to you about?
Show Notes:
Trinity Bible College & Graduate School MA ITCS
Samaritan's Purse
Operation Christmas Child
It's Your Call To a Missional or Missionary Life by David P. Jacob
Assemblies of God World Missions
Recommended Books
Training
Engage
Contact Us: hello@missionarymobilization.org
On this episode of the podcast, Dave has a conversation with Cathrine and Vidar Ligard. The Ligards are the founders and executive directors of the Safari Mission. They are passionate about reversing the dependency syndrome that plagues Africa. They teach people to break the cycle of poverty by combining academic rigor and spiritual discipline. Their goal is to mobilize the local community in Africa, as well as equip future missionaries that feel called to serve there. The Ligards share some of the challenges with short-term missions and give a reminder of the importance of understanding history when preparing people for the field.
Show Notes:
M.A. Intercultural Studies
Safari Mission
office@safarimission.org
Safari Mission Facebook
Safari Mission Instagram
Safari Mission YouTube Channel
Assemblies of God World Missions
Have you ever wondered how God calls missionaries? Listen to Dave have a conversation with Assemblies of God World Missionary to Estonia, Jordy Nuñez. Jordy's story is one that involves prayer, education, his church, and a whole lot of coffee! Jordy shares some of the challenges he faced as he considered serving as a missionary. Through his story and passion, Jordy hopes the younger generations and minority communities fulfill their important role in the Great Commission.
Show Notes:
M.A. Intercultural Studies
Pack Your Bags
Kings Castle
AGWM
Jordy & Elizabeth Nunez
Dave Jacob and special guest co-host Kanita Benson have a conversation with David Joannes, founder and president of Within Reach Global, the host of the Missions Pulse podcast, and the author of The Mind of a Missionary and The Space Between Memories. 📚 They discuss the importance of mobilization in the digital world during these trying times, as well as how to effectively use resources and technology to mobilize the next generation of missionaries. 👩🏼💻 Joannes provides tips that can help mobilizers, pastors, and missionaries use social media more efficiently, and how mobilization should not be hindered during a pandemic.
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Show Links:
M.A. Intercultural Studies
Short- Term Missions for Long-Term Impact with Kanita Benson
She Saves a Nation
Within Reach Global
Missions Pulse Podcast
David Joannes - Books
Engaging Missions Podcast
The Mind of a A Missionary: Interesting Facts, Reframing Success, with David Joannes - EM237
Missions Pulse Youtube Channel
American Bible Society
YouVersion
Global Missions Amidst A Pandemic: A Live Prayercast
Recommend Tools:
Ecamm Live
Headliner App
Evernote
Photoshop
Google Analytics
Hootsuite
Buffer
Meet Edgar
Combin
Unsplash
SM Links:
David Joannes Facebook
David Joannes Twitter
David Joannes Instagram
How does prayer mobilize others? On today's episode, Dave has a conversation with Mark Durene, who's a big fan of Change The Map, a prayer initiative for the Buddhist world. Mark shares how prayer mobilizes missionaries to the field, and he discusses the importance of focused prayer for Buddhists. This episode is a reminder of the power of prayer, not only for the Buddhist people, but as an important component of mobilization as well.
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Show Notes:
Email Change The Map: changethemapweb@gmail.com
https://www.prayforbuddhists.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ChangeTheMapPrayerTeam
https://twitter.com/ChangeTheMap
https://www.instagram.com/changethemap/
On this episode, Dave has a conversation with Bevin Ginder, founder of GlobalCAST resources. Bevin shares six obstacles that hinder missions mobilization and discusses how to overcome these barriers. Tune in to hear his analogies to better understand these challenges. Bevin's insights will help listeners succeed in their mobilization efforts.
Show Notes:
GlobalCAST Resources
Global Mission Mobilization Initiative
The God Ask: A Fresh, Biblical Approach to Personal Support Raising
Fill the Earth: The Creation Mandate and the Church's Call to Mission by Matthew Newkirk
School of Missions Advocacy
On today's episode, Dave talks with Matt Newkirk, president and professor of Old Testament at Christ Bible Seminary in Nagoya, Japan and author of Fill the Earth: The Creation Mandate and the Church's Call to Missions.Matt shares the meta-narrative of missions in the Bible, and why this knowledge is essential for missions mobilization. This episode reminds listeners of the importance of comprehending the entirety of Scripture.
Show Notes:
When Everything is Missions by Denny Spitters and Matthew Ellison
Newkirks In Japan
Fill the Earth: The Creation Mandate and the Church's Call to Missions by Matt Newkirk
How can mobilizers help develop perseverance in those God is calling to the field? In this episode, Dave talks with Doug Gehman, the president and executive director of Globe International and the author of the recently published book titled, Before You Quit. Doug shares how to endure when challenges arise. He reminds listeners not to quit and shares practical steps for how mobilizers can encourage those who are struggling during these challenging times. This episode will remind listeners to not give up on the dreams and plans God has for their lives.
Listen as Dave talks with Nathan Sloan about churches mobilizing their congregations, particularly in regards to multisite churches. Nathan is the Pastor of Sending at Sojourn Chuch Midtown in Louisville, KY and is also the Director of Church Consulting at the Upstream Collective. Nathan explains how multisite churches can steward programs to help their congregations engage in global missions. He describes the urgency of mobilizing the church and the complexities of global missions with multisite churches.
How can we create experiences that help mobilize more believers to the mission field? Listen in as Dave talks with Garrett Freier, the Vice President of Experiential Learning at Trinity Bible College & Graduate School. Garrett and Dave share some of Trinity's experiential learning opportunities and provide some ideas on how churches, agencies, and schools can create missional experiences that help mobilize future missionaries.
Michael VanHuis discusses this year's On Mission virtual conference held on March 11, 2020. Michael also shares other resources that Missio Nexus will be offering in the future. Join David and Michael as they discuss great resources that help churches, mobilizers, and mission organizations engage in the Great Commission.
What's the most effective way churches can mentor future missionaries? In this episode, Rich Noble, pastor, professor, author, and director of The Center for Missional Engagement, discusses how pastors, missionaries, and mobilizers can best mentor the next generation of missionaries.
Jolene Erlacher, the founder of Leading Tomorrow, discusses the important factors of mobilizing across generations. Listen in as she talks about how to intentionally use the strengths of Millennials and Generation Z to change the world!
How can mobilizers prepare aspiring missionaries for the challenges they will face on the field? Is it best for new recruits to be married before going into missions? As Sue and Suzy share insights from their book, Sacred Siblings, you’ll be better equipped to disciple and mentor those you’re mobilizing to the field.
Have you ever wondered how God calls young people to the mission field? How does He use parents, missionaries, churches, events, friends, and other resources to guide believers into missions? As you listen to Abbi, a high school senior, share her story, you’ll hear the factors God used in her life to call her to be a missionary.
This week, Eric Nevins from William Carey Publishing talks about how missions books make an impact on people’s lives to go to the mission field or to increase their support of missions. He and host, David Jacob mention several recommended books for pastors and mobilizers. Visit the show notes for links to discounted offers from William Carey Publishing!
On this episode, Assemblies of God World Missions director of mobilization, Gil Rodriguez, shares about the importance of having a right attitude in fundraising. He also discusses mobilizing the Hispanic community.
On this episode of The Missionary Mobilization Podcast we hear from David and Lorene Wilson as they unpack their journey from being missions pastors to being a part of a missions sending agency. They give insights on how churches and missions agencies can help each other in the process of sending and caring for missionaries. For show notes, visit https://www.missionarymobilization.org/podcast
Listen to this podcast with Kanita Benson as she shares her experiences of short-term mission trips and the importance of constructing them effectively in order to make a long-term impact. Kanita also discusses ways to mobilize the African American community.
David P. Jacob interviews Mark Stebbins for the pilot episode of The Missionary Mobilization Podcast! Tune in to hear the wisdom Mark shares about mobilizing others for the work of the Kingdom.